Question 3023 of 229 · California Water Distribution Operator Exam
What happens in a centrifugal pump when the discharge valve is shut with the pump still running?
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Correct answer to question 3023
- C: The pump overheats and can be damaged because the water has nowhere to go
Explanation
Energy goes into heating the trapped water. Operators avoid running a pump against a closed discharge for more than a few moments.
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