Boiler Exam Questions with Correct
Answers 100% Pass
Safety Valve CORRECT ANSWER
Prevents boiler pressure from rising above the setting of the valve by relieving excessive steam p
ressure, guarding against hazards of overpressurization.
Steam Supply Stop Valve CORRECT ANSWER
The valve installed at the steam outlet of the boiler to shut off the flow of steam.
Steam Pressure Gauge CORRECT ANSWER
Indicates the steam pressure in the boiler in pounds per square inch.
Steam Gauge Syphon CORRECT ANSWER
Device installed between the steam gauge and the boiler to provide a water seal so that steam
will not enter the gauge to give a false reading or damage the gauge.
Inspector's Test Gauge Connection and Cock CORRECT ANSWER
Provides the necessary connection to check the accuracy of the steam pressure gauge on the bo
iler.
Water Column CORRECT ANSWER
The hollow casting or forging connected at the top to the boiler's steam space and at the botto
m to the water space. The water gauge glass and water test cocks are installed on the column.
Water Glass and Gauge Fixtures CORRECT ANSWER To
visibly show the water level in the boiler.
Water Test Gauges or Try Cocks CORRECT ANSWER
For testing the water level in the boiler should the the water glass be temporarily out of service
for any reason.
Answers 100% Pass
Safety Valve CORRECT ANSWER
Prevents boiler pressure from rising above the setting of the valve by relieving excessive steam p
ressure, guarding against hazards of overpressurization.
Steam Supply Stop Valve CORRECT ANSWER
The valve installed at the steam outlet of the boiler to shut off the flow of steam.
Steam Pressure Gauge CORRECT ANSWER
Indicates the steam pressure in the boiler in pounds per square inch.
Steam Gauge Syphon CORRECT ANSWER
Device installed between the steam gauge and the boiler to provide a water seal so that steam
will not enter the gauge to give a false reading or damage the gauge.
Inspector's Test Gauge Connection and Cock CORRECT ANSWER
Provides the necessary connection to check the accuracy of the steam pressure gauge on the bo
iler.
Water Column CORRECT ANSWER
The hollow casting or forging connected at the top to the boiler's steam space and at the botto
m to the water space. The water gauge glass and water test cocks are installed on the column.
Water Glass and Gauge Fixtures CORRECT ANSWER To
visibly show the water level in the boiler.
Water Test Gauges or Try Cocks CORRECT ANSWER
For testing the water level in the boiler should the the water glass be temporarily out of service
for any reason.
