Question 3034 of 223 · California Water Treatment Operator Exam
Which operating practice reduces the number of pump starts per hour and protects the motor?
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Correct answer to question 3034
- B: Keeping adequate storage and adjusting the control set points
Explanation
Frequent starts cause overheating of windings from inrush current. Control levels and tank size should be set to allow longer run cycles.
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