Practice question
What is the primary function of a safety relief valve installed in an air brake reservoir?
- To automatically vent excess air pressure if the governor fails, preventing the air tanks from rupturing (typically at ~150 PSI / 10 bar)
- To hold the reservoir at a constant pressure by bleeding air continuously while driving
- To drain accumulated water from the reservoir automatically at each stop
- To cut the compressor out once the reservoirs reach working pressure
Answer: A — To automatically vent excess air pressure if the governor fails, preventing the air tanks from rupturing (typically at ~150 PSI / 10 bar)
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