USCG Exam PracticeRefrigeration principles and systems
Which component of a marine refrigeration system provides a steady supply of liquid refrigerant to the metering device and also provides space to store the entire charge during servicing?
- A. Evaporator
- B. Filter-drier
- ✓ ReceiverCorrect
- D. Condenser
Why C is correct
The receiver is a storage vessel located after the condenser that holds the liquid charge, buffers load swings, and provides capacity to pump down the entire charge for servicing. The condenser condenses vapor to liquid but does not serve as the charge reservoir.
Cited:NAVEDTRA 14075 §6-3