Reversing Valve Functionality and Issues

Reversing Valve Functionality and Issues

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physics

9th - 10th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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Craig Igliaccio from AC Service Tech explains the function and operation of reversing valves in heat pumps. The video covers the components, refrigerant pathways, and mechanics of reversing valves in both heating and cooling modes. It also provides troubleshooting tips for common issues, emphasizing the importance of proper maintenance and accurate refrigerant charge. Additional resources and learning materials are available for further study.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of a reversing valve in a heat pump system?

To increase the pressure of the refrigerant

To change the direction of refrigerant flow between heating and cooling modes

To regulate the temperature of the refrigerant

To filter impurities from the refrigerant

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In air conditioning mode, where does the discharge from the compressor travel?

To the indoor coil

Directly back to the compressor

To the outdoor coil

To the accumulator tank

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What connects the bottom center and bottom right tubes in heating mode?

The muffler

The pilot valve

The slide mechanism

The solenoid

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What material is used for the seal in the reversing valve?

Rubber

Teflon

Silicone

Copper

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role does the pilot valve play in the reversing valve?

It filters the refrigerant

It exerts force to move the slide

It cools the refrigerant

It heats the refrigerant

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the solenoid in the reversing valve?

To filter the refrigerant

To cool the refrigerant

To create a magnetic field for moving the slide

To heat the refrigerant

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What could cause a reversing valve to jam?

Excessive refrigerant

Overheating of tubes

Low electrical voltage

High humidity levels

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