Question 107Motor Plants - 1st Asst/Chief
70% to passWhich of the following precautions should be taken prior to starting the separator shown in the illustration? Illustration MO-0127

ACheck for the correct oil level in the gear housing.
BMake sure the separator is properly assembled.
CRelease the bowl brake and confirm proper valve line up.
DAll of the above are correct.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) All of the above are correct. This is the correct answer because before starting a separator, it is important to take all of the listed precautions: 1) Check the oil level in the gear housing to ensure proper lubrication. 2) Ensure the separator is properly assembled to prevent leaks or malfunctions. 3) Release the bowl brake and confirm the valve lineup is correct to allow proper operation of the separator. Taking these three steps helps ensure the separator is in proper working order and will function safely and effectively when started. The other answer choices are incorrect because they do not cover all the necessary precautions that should be taken.
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