Question 76Refrigeration & AC - QMED
70% to passDuring tests to discover why a refrigeration compressor is running continuously, it is determined that the refrigerated space temperature is slightly above normal without ever reaching the desired minimum temperature. Suction and discharge pressures are normal for the corresponding box temperature. In this situation, what should you suspect?
Ahigh cooling water temperature
Ba shortage of refrigerant
Cair in the system
Dleaking door gaskets
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) leaking door gaskets. Explanation: The symptoms described - slightly above normal refrigerated space temperature without reaching the desired minimum, and normal suction and discharge pressures - indicate that the refrigeration system is operating properly but there is an issue with the refrigerated space itself. Leaking door gaskets would allow warm air to enter the refrigerated space, preventing it from reaching the desired temperature, while not impacting the refrigeration system pressures. The other options, such as high cooling water temperature or a shortage of refrigerant, would likely result in abnormal system pressures, which is not the case here.
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