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Commercial HVAC TQ Prep Flashcards

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What should be the size of the cheeks for a rectangular roof ventilator?

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Cheeks should be 25% bigger than the bottom opening.

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What is the recommended face velocity for a hood under normal conditions?

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100 fpm

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What should be the ducting configuration for exhaust ducts entering fans?

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Ducting should be straight for at least 2 diameters before it enters the fan.

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What are axial fans typically used for?

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Commonly used for dilution ventilation.

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Why are centrifugal fans preferred for exhausting heavy amounts of dust?

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They are less likely to become clogged.

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What are heavy material handling wheels designed for?

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Used for handling air with small wood block pieces or similar solid materials.

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What is the purpose of material handling wheels?

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To prevent long fibrous or stringy materials from wrapping around the blades.

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What are air handling wheels used for?

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Only for clean air, not for handling materials.

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What is the recommended distance for exhaust stacks from fresh air intakes in commercial exhaust?

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Should not be located closer than 50 feet.

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What is the recommended elbow radius for ductwork?

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Preferably 2½ times the pipe diameter.

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What is the maximum angle for branches entering the main duct?

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Not exceeding 45°, with 30° being recommended.

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How should transitions in ductwork be designed?

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Always be tapered, 1 unit of change for every 5 units of change in length.

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What is the recommended clearance between fan and inlet obstruction?

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Greater than ½ wheel diameter.

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When is forced air mechanical ventilation required?

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When workers enter confined spaces with exposure to toxic or flammable vapors, dust, or oxygen deficiency.

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What is the air velocity out of an exhaust stack?

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Should be 3000 fpm.

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What may be required if a stack extends more than 10 feet above a roof?

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Guy wire, minimum 3 of them.

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What is the minimum air velocity through commercial kitchen exhaust ducts?

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500 fpm or 154.2 meters/minute.

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What is one of the most important factors in a proper duct collection system?

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The hood design.

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How should exhaust system dust collection elbows be constructed?

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Should be 2 gauges heavier than straight pipe.

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What is the kitchen exhaust canopy code material?

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18ga mild steel or stainless steel.

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What is the recommended cleaning access for duct elbows and transitions?

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An opening large enough for cleaning should be at each elbow, change, or transition.

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Where should clean outs on ducts be located?

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On the sides or top, not on the bottom.

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What is the minimum distance for non-listed ductwork openings from outside edges?

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Not less than 1½ inches.

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What is the recommended size for personal inspection and cleaning access openings?

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20”x20”.

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What is the recommended interval for cleaning ducts?
12 ft intervals.
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What materials should fasteners for duct doors be made of?
Carbon steel or stainless steel.
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What clearance should be provided when ducts pass through combustible material?
Not less than 18 inches.
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What is the fire rating for buildings less than 4 stories?
No less than 1 hour.
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What is the minimum clearance from outlet to adjacent buildings?
10 ft.
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What should be the discharge clearance from the outlet to the roof?
Minimum 40 inches.
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What is the recommended kitchen air velocity in ducts?
Not below 500 fpm and not exceed 2000 fpm.
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How should exhaust in kitchen systems be interlocked?
With a makeup air unit, not to supply more than 10% of their exhaust capacity.
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What is the minimum distance between the grease removal device and the cooking surface?
Not less than 18 inches.
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What is the minimum vertical distance for charcoal type boilers?
4 feet between the lower edge of the grease removal device and the cooking surface.
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What is the minimal angle that grease filters should be installed from the horizontal?
45°.
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What are changes to original blueprints called?
Revisions.
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What are changes to specifications called?
Addenda.
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What supersedes discrepancies between specifications and blueprints?
The written specs always supersede the drawings.
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What is the purpose of a maintenance bond?
Guidance against faulty workmanship or materials for a specified period after completion.
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What is a bid depository?
A fair process for submitting tenders for a specific project.
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What does ACTS mean in submitting a quote?
Alberta Construction Tendering System.
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What is the purpose of ACTS?
To provide fair and orderly receipt of bids and protect the tendering process.
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What percentage of the tender price is the bid bond?
10%.
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What percentage of the tendered price is the performance bond?
50%.
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What must a sheet metal worker do before mobilizing on site?
Complete numerous off-site preparation tasks.
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Why is it a good idea to maintain good scheduling practices?
It can eliminate problems caused by production bottlenecks.
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What are the purposes of scheduling?
To establish a logical sequence and timeline for tasks.
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What must you obtain if you vary from the specs on equipment?
Engineer's permission.
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How is an estimate defined?
An accurate project costing of material and labour.
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What type of estimating begins three to four years in advance for larger jobs?
Rough order of magnitude (ROM).
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How much overhang must a commercial kitchen canopy have?
At least 6 inches.
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What does a Type I hood capture that a Type II does not?
Grease.
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What are two basic styles of hoods?
Canopy and Non-canopy.
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List 4 types of canopy hoods.
Island, Wall, Corner, Slotted.
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List two types of non-canopy hoods.
Back shelf and Eye-Brow.
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List 4 items that could be part of the grease removal system.
Filters, Baffles, Air washers, UV technology.
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What is the minimum clearance required for a commercial kitchen exhaust duct?
18 inches
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What is installed to suppress a flare-up prior to having heat damage?
Fire suppression system
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In what orientation should commercial kitchen exhaust ducts be installed?
Vertically
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What is the minimum air velocity through commercial kitchen exhaust?
500 fpm or 152.4 m/minute
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How much make-up air is required in a commercial kitchen?
100%
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What is a control interlock panel used for in a commercial kitchen?
To ensure that when the exhaust fan is on, the make-up air unit is also on
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What can be added to maintain velocity in a constant volume exhaust?
Bypass dampers
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What 4 provisions must be considered when designing/installing?
Cleaning * Maintenance * Fire protection * Drainage
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What is the maximum face velocity when exhausting toxic fumes?
60-125 fpm
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What is another name for an auxiliary air fume hood?
Makeup air fume hood
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What is incorporated to maintain a desired face velocity on a variable system?
A closed loop control system
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What is the basic principle on how dilution ventilation works?
Blow clean air in and exhaust dirty air out
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What is the result of exhausting large amounts of air without a proper system?
Carbon monoxide
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What builds up in a duct that can increase the risk of flash fire or explosion?
Static electricity
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What can be used to avoid static buildup in a system?
Aluminum or copper ground wire
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What is the purpose of a well-designed industrial exhaust system?
Eliminate undesirable contaminants where protection of workers' health is a concern
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Why do some industrial exhaust systems require special piping or ducting?
There may be the possibility of corrosion or abrasion
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In what orientation should branches be installed?
On their side or on the top
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For transitions, every 1 unit of change requires how many units?
5
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What can be provided for fan outlets if an elbow inlet is necessary?
An inlet box or turning vanes
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Is it possible to not include certain types of machines when sizing a blower?
Yes
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What type of duct is used for class 5?
Plastic or stainless
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Class 5 applications consist of corrosives such as _______.
acid
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What is the minimum distance a hanger should be from a duct?
At least 2 duct diameters, 4" minimum
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Why are expansion joints used?
To provide stress relief and absorb movement during extreme temperatures
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What is a blast gate or slide damper used for?
When a positive seal is desired and to close off or isolate parts of a system
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Name 3 types of longitudinal seams.
* Groove seam * Butt weld seam * Spiral seam
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Volume is measured in?
Cubic feet per minute (CFM)
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What is the minimum distance in inches a draw band joint should have?
4" minimum
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Which seam can be used for all five duct classes?
Butt weld seam
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What is the maximum Center to Center distance for screws or rivets?
6 inches
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How many inches of lap should there be on commercial pipe?
2 inches
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Class 1 only and 2 gauges heavier than chart values describe what?
Aluminum duct
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Elbows should have a centreline radius of what?
No less than twice but preferably 2.5 times the pipe diameter
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All branches should enter the main duct at what angle?
Not to exceed 45 degrees with 30 degrees being preferred
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What are explosion doors used for?
To provide instantaneous pressure discharge
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What are the two broad categories of Type I hoods?
Standard and Listed
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What type of pressure is found in a local exhaust ventilation duct?
Slightly negative pressure
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What occurs if face velocity in a hood exceeds 125 fpm?
Turbulence
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What is a blast gate also known as?
Slide damper
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When is plastic or PVC duct used on an industrial exhaust system?
For corrosive or toxic fumes are to be conveyed
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What is the best practice regarding centreline radius and number of gores?
Centreline of 2.5 and 7 gores
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What can be added to maintain velocity in a constant volume exhaust system?
Bypass dampers
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What takes precedence over original drawings and specifications?
Addenda and Revisions
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What gauge of mild steel can be used in the construction of a commercial kitchen?
16 gauge mild steel ## Footnote This specification is important for ensuring structural integrity.
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What gauge of mild steel is specified for other constructions?
18 gauge mild steel ## Footnote This is typically used for less demanding structural applications.
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At what length on a commercial kitchen exhaust canopy is it desirable to have specific design considerations?
When the canopy exceeds 10' ## Footnote This length may require additional structural or design elements.
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Where shall access doors be located for the purpose of cleaning and inspection in commercial kitchens?
Side or top ## Footnote Access doors are crucial for maintenance and safety.
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How much extra weight needs to be accounted for in commercial kitchen exhaust systems?
800 lbs ## Footnote This weight consideration is critical for proper structural support.
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How much clearance must a commercial kitchen exhaust duct have?
18"
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What does BIM stand for?
Building Information Management ## Footnote BIM is a digital representation of physical and functional characteristics of a facility.
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What must carefully be studied when compiling a job takeoff?
The plans and specifications ## Footnote This ensures accuracy in estimating quantities and costs.
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What is ACTS?
The Alberta Construction Tendering System ## Footnote ACTS is used for managing construction tenders in Alberta.
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What does a bid bond guarantee?
That if the contractor is the low bidder, they will honor the bid ## Footnote A bid bond protects the project owner from a contractor's failure to execute the contract.
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What is the purpose of a spec?
To describe the work to be done ## Footnote Specifications provide detailed information on materials, methods, and quality standards.
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What is the purpose of a schedule?
To provide information on what goes where ## Footnote Schedules outline the timeline and sequence of construction activities.
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What is a change to a blueprint called?
A revision ## Footnote Revisions reflect updates or corrections made to original plans.

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