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In a supermarket refrigeration rack, what is the purpose of an oil separator?

An oil separator is installed in the Compressor discharge line. It removes entrained oil from the high-velocity discharge gas and returns it to the compressor c

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Question: In a supermarket refrigeration rack, what is the purpose of an oil separator?

Answer options:

  • To remove water from the compressor oil ✅ To return oil carried by the refrigerant vapour to the compressor crankcase
  • To filter out solid contaminants from the compressor oil
  • To cool the compressor oil before it returns to the crankcase

Correct answer: To return oil carried by the refrigerant vapour to the compressor crankcase

Explanation: An oil separator is installed in the Compressor discharge line. It removes entrained oil from the high-velocity discharge gas and returns it to the compressor crankcase, maintaining proper oil levels and preventing oil logging in the evaporator.

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