Chemical Engineering - Fluid Mechanics - Discussion

Discussion Forum : Fluid Mechanics - Section 9 (Q.No. 14)
14.
While starting an axial flow pump, its delivery valve should be kept
open
closed
either open or closed
none of these
Answer: Option
Explanation:
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Discussion:
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Nikhil Sain said:   4 years ago
And While starting the centrifugal pump it's delivery valve should be kept closed.

Pawan Kumar Sharma said:   2 years ago
Option A is the correct answer.

Rosmy Xavier said:   2 years ago
According to me, the Delivery valve should be kept open.

Pawan Kumar Sharma said:   1 year ago
Axial flow pumps have poor suction capability, so require more starting power.

They are started against an open valve to minimize the starting power required.

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