Question 220Steam Plants - Assistant Engineer

The correct answer is D) result in an uneven flow of oil through the burner. In a multi-burner firebox, a burner tip with a worn and enlarged orifice will result in an uneven flow of oil through the burner. This is because the enlarged orifice will allow more oil to flow through that particular burner, leading to an uneven distribution of fuel across the different burners. This can cause issues with the combustion process and lead to inefficient or uneven heating. The other answer choices are incorrect because: A) a worn orifice would not directly affect the fuel oil return line pressure, B) smokeless and flameless combustion would require proper burner adjustment, not just a worn orifice, and C) the proper pressure may not be maintained if the orifice is enlarged, affecting the oil flow.