Question 169Steam Plants - QMED70% to pass
If the water level in a steaming boiler is dropping rapidly and cannot be kept at the normal level by standard practices, you should _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) secure the fires and then secure the steam stop.
When the water level in a steaming boiler is dropping rapidly and cannot be maintained at the normal level, the safest course of action is to first secure the fires to stop generating more steam, and then secure the steam stop valve to prevent further loss of water from the boiler. This sequence ensures that the boiler is no longer producing steam, which could lead to a dangerous situation if the water level continues to drop. The other options, such as speeding up the feed pump or blowing down the gauge glass, are not the proper initial steps to take in this emergency situation.
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