Question 73Refrigeration & AC - QMED

The correct answer is C) insufficient cooling water flow to the condenser. In a refrigeration system, the condenser is responsible for dissipating the heat absorbed in the evaporator. If the cooling water flow to the condenser is insufficient, the condenser will not be able to effectively remove the heat, leading to high head pressure in the system. This high head pressure can cause the compressor to work harder, potentially leading to reduced efficiency and potential damage to the system. The other options are incorrect because: A) a low refrigerant charge would generally cause low head pressure, not high; B) a stuck open expansion valve would cause low head pressure, not high; and D) excessive evaporator superheat would not directly cause high head pressure in the condenser.