PP6 Central Heating Quiz heat emitters

Which European standard replaced BS 3528 for radiators and convectors in the UK in 1996?

• BS 1997

• BS 150mm

• BS 216

• BS EN 442

What is the most common method to pipe radiators?

• TBSE

• TBOE

• BBOE

Which type of radiator relies on natural convection only and is installed around a room instead of skirting boards?

• Panel radiators

• Skirting convector

• Kick-space heater

• Fan convector

What is the minimum temperature required at the manifold for under-floor heating?

• 40ºC

• 55ºC

• 65ºC

• 75ºC

What is the crucial factor for under-floor heating to achieve even heat over the floor area?

• High temperature difference

• Low temperature difference

• slow flow rate

• High flow rate

What is the purpose of a lock-shield valve fitted to the radiator?

• To balance the system

• To allow temperature control of a single radiator

• To control the temperature

• To turn the radiator on and off

What is the purpose of a thermostatic radiator valve (TRV)?

• To turn the radiator on and off

• To balance the system

• To control the temperature

• To allow temperature control of a single radiator

What should be fitted over the head of a TRV if a radiator is removed for decorating?

• Wheel head valve

• Decorator's cap

• Lock-shield valve

• Remote head

Which radiator is originally designed for the NHS and has a surface temperature regulation of 43ºC?

• Low surface temperature radiator

• Column radiators

• Towel rails

• Under-floor heating

What is the specification for radiators and convectors?

• BS 1997

• BS 216

• BS 442

• BS 3528