Question 54Refrigeration/AC - QMED70% to pass
A thermal expansion valve installed in a refrigeration system is controlled by the action of what device?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is A) the TEV sensing bulb mounted on the evaporator tail coil.
The thermal expansion valve (TEV) is a critical component in a refrigeration system that controls the flow of refrigerant into the evaporator. The sensing bulb of the TEV is mounted on the evaporator outlet, and it responds to changes in temperature and pressure in that location. As the temperature in the evaporator changes, the sensing bulb expands or contracts, which in turn opens or closes the valve to maintain the proper refrigerant flow and ensure efficient system operation.
The other options are incorrect because they do not directly control the action of the thermal expansion valve. The box solenoid valve, compressor unloader mechanism, and receiver level controller serve different functions in the refrigeration system, but they do not regulate the TEV.
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