Understanding Home Heating Systems Quiz

What was replaced back in January?

• Aqua stat with a hydrostat

• PRV valve

• Furnace

• Thermostat

What issue was the furnace experiencing?

• Not turning on

• Short cycling

• Leaking

• Overheating

What type of thermostat is preferred by the speaker?

• Smart

• Mercury

• Digital

• Manual

What does the dial on the thermostat control?

• Temperature

• Pressure

• Humidity

• Furnace run times

How is the amperage for the hydrostat calculated?

• Multiply by 1.2

• Divide by 1.2

• Divide by 1.5

• Multiply by 1.5

What tool is suggested to measure amperage?

• Clamp multimeter

• Ohmmeter

• Thermometer

• Voltmeter

What is the correct setting for the hydrostat if it's rated for 2 amps?

• 2.0

• 1.8

• 3.0

• 2.4

What should the pressure gauge on the boiler read?

• 12-20 psi

• 5-10 psi

• 30-40 psi

• 20-30 psi

What can cause the furnace to short cycle?

• Incorrect thermostat setting

• Low amperage

• High temperature

• On and off operation

What is the purpose of the heat assessor?

• To monitor outdoor temperature

• To control humidity

• To increase heating efficiency

• To assess temperature for shutting off the furnace