Esco Group Practice Flashcards
Question # 1. Type 1
System-dependent recovery methods may only be used on appliances containing;
A 20 pounds of refrigerant or less. B 18 pounds of refrigerant or less. C 15 pounds of refrigerant or less. D More than 15 pounds of refrigerant.
C
15 pounds of refrigerant or less.
Question # 2 Type 1
If regulations change after the technician becomes certified;
A
The technician must re-take the certification exam.
B
An additional fee must be paid to the EPA by the technician.
C
The technician is responsible for complying with any changes to the regulations.
D
There are no additional compliance requirements for the technician.
C
The technician is responsible for complying with any changes to the regulations.
Question # 3 type 1
Recovering multiple types of refrigerants in the same cylinder;
A
Is an acceptable field service practice.
B
will make the reclaimed refrigerants unreclaimable.
C
will require venting to properly dispose of it.
D
will lower the pressure in the recovery cylinder
B
will make the reclaimed refrigerants unreclaimable
Question # 4 type 1
Applying heat, with a heat gun, to the compressor;
A
can help free-up a bound compressor motor.
B
can help vaporize any trapped liquid refrigerant during recovery.
C
can help remove trapped refrigerant vapor during recovery.
D
can aid in isolating and pinpointing a refrigerant leak.
B
can help vaporize any trapped liquid refrigerant during recovery
Question # 5 type 1
Technicians who perform sealed-system service on small appliances must have;
A Type I, II, or III certification. B Type I or Universal certification. C Type II certification. D A Universal 609 certification
B
Type I or Universal certification.
Question # 6 type 1
Which HC refrigerant is allowed for use in NEW Domestic Small Appliances?
A R-404A B R-410A C R-600a D R-717
C
R600a
Question # 7 type 1
System-dependent or passive recovery equipment;
A
Captures refrigerant into a non-pressurized container.
B
Captures refrigerant into one-trip refrigerant cylinders.
C
Always requires the assistance of a vacuum pump.
D
Is always equipped with an external compressor.
A
Captures refrigerant into a non-pressurized container.
Question # 8 type 1
After the refrigerant has been recovered, which of the following can be used to flush the system?
A R-22 B Compressed air C Nitrogen D Water
C
Nitrogen
Question # 9 type 1
If, after installing a fitting for the purpose of recovering the appliance’s refrigerant, you find that the system pressure is 0 psig;
A Utilize recovery equipment to achieve a 4-inch vacuum. B Pressurize the system with nitrogen prior to recovery. C Refrigerant recovery is not required. D Pressurize the system and leak test.
C
Refrigerant recovery is not required.
Question # 10 type 1
Recovery equipment must be;
A
CSA approved.
B
Certified by an EPA-approved testing laboratory.
C
Used on all equipment manufactured after July 1, 1995.
D
Used on all equipment manufactured after November 15, 1995
B
Certified by an EPA-approved testing laboratory.
Question # 11 type 1
When a system is in deep vacuum;
A Never add refrigerant to the system. B Never use a micron gauge. C Never energize the compressor. D Never energize system fans and blowers.
C
Never energize the compressor.
Question # 13 TYPE 1
When pressurizing a system with nitrogen you should;
A never exceed 3.5 times the high side pressure rating. B charge through a pressure regulator. C install a relief valve in the line downstream from the pressure regulator. D Both B and C
D. Both b and c B charge through a pressure regulator. C install a relief valve in the line downstream from the pressure regulato
Question # 12 type 1
Type I Certification is required for;
A
persons handling refrigerant during maintenance, service, or repair of small appliances.
B
all persons who work in the factory that produces refrigerants.
C
all persons working at a refrigerant disposal site.
D
owners of manufacturing companies that produce CFCs.
A
persons handling refrigerant during maintenance, service, or repair of small appliances.
Question # 14 type 1
Which of the following is an example of a non-condensable?
A Moisture B Air C R-12 D R-134a
B
Air
Question # 15 type 1
A small appliance is defined by EPA as;
A
Appliances charged, and hermetically sealed in a factory that contain 8 lbs or less of refrigerant.
B
Appliances charged, and hermetically sealed in a factory that contain 10 lbs or less of refrigerant.
C
Appliances with internal volumes no greater than 3 cubic feet.
D
Appliances manufactured, charged, and hermetically sealed in a factory that contain 5 lbs or less of refrigerant.
D
Appliances manufactured, charged, and hermetically sealed in a factory that contain 5 lbs or less of refrigerant.
Question # 16 type 1
On a system with an operating compressor, recovery equipment must be capable of recovering;
A
95% of the refrigerant or achieving 5 inches of vacuum.
B
90% refrigerant or achieving 4 inches of vacuum.
C
80% refrigerant or achieving 4 inches of vacuum.
D
100% refrigerant or achieving 0 inches of vacuum.
B
90% refrigerant or achieving 4 inches of vacuum.
Question # 18 type 1
Self-contained or active recovery equipment;
A
Depends on a special charcoal bag filter.
B
Has its own means to recover refrigerant.
C
Is not capable of reaching the required liquid rates.
D
Requires a vacuum pump rated at more than 3 CFM.
B
Has its own means to recover refrigerant.
Question # 19 type 1
If a strong odor is detected while performing a refrigerant recovery process,
A
The condenser has been operating incorrectly.
B
A compressor burnout has likely occurred.
C
The wrong oil has probably been installed in the unit.
D
The system has likely been subjected to a power surge.
B
A compressor burnout has likely occurred.
Question # 20 type 1
When using a system-dependent recovery system on an appliance that has a non-operating compressor, the technician should;
A
Place access fitting on both the low and high side of the system.
B
Not heat the oil to release refrigerant.
C
Send the unit to the junk yard to be crushed.
D
Cut the unit’s suction line to release the refrigerant.
A
Place access fitting on both the low and high side of the system.
Question # 21 type 1
When using a system-dependent recovery system on an appliance that has an operating compressor, the technician should;
A
Run the compressor and recover from the low side of the system only.
B
Install access fittings on both the high and low-pressure sides of the system.
C
Run the compressor and recover from the high side of the system only.
D
Never allow the refrigerant to go to the high side of the system.
C
Run the compressor and recover from the high side of the system only.
Question # 22 Type 1
A small appliance is defined by EPA as;
A
Appliances charged, and hermetically sealed in a factory that contain 8 lbs or less of refrigerant.
B
Appliances charged, and hermetically sealed in a factory that contain 10 lbs or less of refrigerant.
C
Appliances with internal volumes no greater than 3 cubic feet.
D
Appliances manufactured, charged, and hermetically sealed in a factory that contain 5 lbs or less of refrigerant.
D
Appliances manufactured, charged, and hermetically sealed in a factory that contain 5 lbs or less of refrigerant.
Question # 24 type 1
After the refrigerant has been recovered, which of the following can be used to flush the system?
A R-22 B Compressed air C Nitrogen D Water
C
Nitrogen
Question # 25 type 1
When filling a charging cylinder with a regulated refrigerant;
A
The refrigerant vapor that is vented off the top of the cylinder must be recovered.
B
The refrigerant must be added to the cylinder in the vapor phase to reduce losses.
C
The refrigerant being added to the cylinder must be weighed in to ensure accuracy.
D
The refrigerant vapor can be vented off the top of the cylinder as a deminimus release.
A
The refrigerant vapor that is vented off the top of the cylinder must be recovered.
Question # 17 type 1
Small appliances in recreational vehicles may use refrigerants such as Ammonia, Hydrogen, and water. These refrigerants;
A Must be recovered. B Should not be recovered. C Should be stored for later use. D Must be pressurized prior to use.
B
Should not be recovered.