Practice question

Which of the following is a warning sign of pump cavitation?

  1. Engine RPM drops while discharge pressure rises
  2. Engine RPM increases but discharge pressure does not rise correspondingly
  3. A steady, smooth purr from the pump panel
  4. Discharge gauges read at static pressure

Answer: B — Engine RPM increases but discharge pressure does not rise correspondingly

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