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Class 4 (4th Engineer) MEP 📅 May 2024

Exam Question

With reference to a fuel oil purifier:

(a) What are the reasons that may cause the purifier to overflow? (6)

(b) What are the reasons for the water carry-over with the oil? (5)

(c) What are the probable reasons for vibration seen during purifier starting? (5)

Reference Answer

With reference to a fuel oil purifier, the following reasons address potential operational issues:
**(a) Reasons that may cause the purifier to overflow:**
Overflow in a fuel oil purifier occurs when the heavy phase (water and sludge) outlet system is compromised, allowing oil (light phase) to escape with the heavy phase, or when the separation process is severely disrupted. Key reasons include:
* **Loss or Inadequate Sealing Water:**

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