Power Plant: Condenser and Circulating Water

Describe the basic function of a condenser and the operation of single pass and two-pass condensers. Describe the basic function of an air removal system including the operation of an air ejector and reciprocating and rotary vacuum pumps. Identify and describe routine checks that operators should perform on a condenser. Describe the basic operation of a once-through circulating water system. Describe how mechanical draft cooling towers and natural draft cooling towers function.