Question 107Motor Plants - QMED

The correct answer is A) Corrosion and eventual failure of the tank. Failing to drain the condensate from a starting air receiver can lead to corrosion and eventual failure of the tank. Moisture that builds up in the air receiver due to condensation can cause rusting and degradation of the tank material over time, compromising its structural integrity. This is the primary risk associated with neglecting to regularly drain the condensate as required by regulations and best practices. The other options are incorrect because: B) Gumming of the tank relief valves is not a direct consequence of condensate buildup, C) immediate failure of downstream components is unlikely, and D) boiling of the water-oil mixture is not a relevant issue for a starting air receiver.