Major sources of noise in furnace operation arises from air inspirators, combustion, side wall vibrations and fluctuation in the process heat load. A 50% increase in fuel firing rate may increase the furnace noise level by about ____________ decibels?

Correct answer: A. 3

  • A. 3
  • B. 30
  • C. 7
  • D. 70

Explanation

Furnace noise rises when the fuel firing rate and combustion turbulence increase; a 50% increase is commonly taken as producing roughly a 3 dB rise in this practical estimate. The alternatives of 30 or 70 dB are far too large for such a change.

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