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.
Question # 23 type1
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 # 1 Type 2
What can be done with a refrigerant trace gas and nitrogen mixture after a system leak is found?
A.
Recover the mixture.
B.
Recover in a special recovery tank.
C.
Recycle the refrigerant back into the system.
D.
Release to the atmosphere.
D.
Release to the atmosphere.
Question # 2 Type 2
Unless plans are made to replace a system with a leak rate that exceeds the maximum leak rate, repairs must be made within;
A.
30 days.
B.
45 days.
C.
60 days
D.
90 days.
A.
30 days.
Question # 3 Type 2
What conditions allow for a system to be opened and repaired without recovering the refrigerant to the required vacuum level?
A.
A system with a large leak and internal pressure of 0 psig
B.
A system that is undergoing a major component replacement
C.
A system that uses a CFC refrigerant
D.
A system that has a non-operational compressor
A.
A system with a large leak and internal pressure of 0 psig
Question # 4 Type 2
Which of the following refrigerants is classified as a very high-pressure refrigerant?
A.
CFC-11
B.
R-744
C.
HCFC-123
D.
R-410A
B.
R-744
Question # 5 Type 2
When an appliance containing 50 pounds or more of a regulated refrigerant leaks refrigerant at an annual rate of 125% or more, what must be included on the leak inspections records?
A.
Initial verification, verification tests and records of recovered refrigerant from equipment.
B.
Quantity of refrigerant sold, procedures performed, date of call, name, address and phone number of manufacturer.
C.
Quantity of refrigerant, address of service technician, number of years in HVAC.
D.
The amount of refrigerant and addresses only.
A.
Initial verification, verification tests and records of recovered refrigerant from equipment.
Question # 6 Type 2
A new split system should be checked for leaks by;
A.
pressurizing the system with a few ounces of HCFC-22 and compressed air.
B.
pressurizing the system with a few ounces of CFC-12 and an inert gas.
C.
releasing the factory refrigerant charge in the condensing unit.
D.
pressurizing the system with a few ounces of system refrigerant and an inert gas.
D.
pressurizing the system with a few ounces of system refrigerant and an inert gas.
Question # 7 Type 2
Proper recovery techniques begin with the use of appropriate recovery equipment that has been certified by;
A.
EPA only
B.
Manufacturers approved by UL
C.
EPA approved laboratory
D.
EPA field supervisors
C.
EPA approved laboratory
Questions #8 Type 2
A high-pressure appliance containing 210 lbs. of R-407C refrigerant must be evacuated (recovered) to a level of;
A.
15 inches of vacuum
B.
10 inches of vacuum
C.
4 inches of vacuum
D.
0 inches of vacuum
B.
10 inches of vacuum
Question # 1 Type 2….
What happens to a refrigerant that is heated above the saturation temperature? the
A.
It remains in the vapor state.
B.
It remains in the liquid state.
C.
It absorbs moisture at an increased rate.
D.
It cools the compressor more efficiently.
A.
It remains in the vapor state.
Question # 2 Type 2
When recovering refrigerant from a medium-pressure system with more than 200 lbs. of refrigerant, recover to a level of;
A.
0” Hg
B.
4” Hg
C.
10” Hg
D.
15” Hg
D.
15” Hg
Question # 3 Type 3.
When dehydrating a system, it should be evacuated to a minimum level of; (())
A.
30 inches of Mercury
B.
25,000 Microns
C.
500 Microns
D.
EPA does not have a requirement
C.
500 Microns
Question # 4 Type 2
Unless plans are made to replace a system with a leak rate that exceeds the maximum leak rate, repairs must be made within;
A.
30 days.
B.
45 days.
C.
60 days
D.
90 days
A.
30 days
Question # 5 Type 2
EPA regulations require that all Industrial Process Refrigeration (IPR) systems containing more than 50 pounds of refrigerant MUST be repaired when the annual leak rate exceeds;
A.
10 %
B.
20 %
C.
30 %
D.
40 %
C.
30%
Question # 6 Type 2
All HVAC/R systems must be protected by a;
A.
Low-pressure switch
B.
High-pressure switch
C.
Compressor impedance overload
D.
Pressure relief valve
D.
Pressure relief valve
Question # 7 Type 2
A crankcase heater is often used to prevent refrigerant from mixing with compressor oil during periods of:
A.
Low ambient temperature
B.
High ambient temperature
C.
Low humidity
D.
High humidity
A.
Low ambient temperature
Question # 8 Type 2
A new split system should be checked for leaks by;
A.
pressurizing the system with a few ounces of HCFC-22 and compressed air.
B.
pressurizing the system with a few ounces of CFC-12 and an inert gas.
C.
releasing the factory refrigerant charge in the condensing unit.
D.
pressurizing the system with a few ounces of system refrigerant and an inert gas.
D.
pressurizing the system with a few ounces of system refrigerant and an inert gas.