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HVAC Components & Review

Total questions: 22

Worksheet time: 11mins

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Class
Date
1.

What is the function of a thermostat in an HVAC system?

a)

Distributes the signal (R) from the 24v transformer to the proper destination

b)

Controls the speed of the blower motor

c)

Controls the pressure in the high pressure line

d)

Controls the speed of the condenser fan motor

2.

What is the purpose of a hot surface igniter in a gas furnace?

a)

To measure the pressure in the low pressure line

b)

Glows Orange to light the flame

c)

To control the speed of the blower motor

d)

To control the sequence of the furnace

3.

What does a thermal roll-out sensor do in an HVAC system?

a)

Controls the speed of the blower motor

b)

Controls the speed of the condenser fan motor

c)

Measures the pressure in the high pressure line

d)

Opens if flames are detected outside of the exchanger

4.

What is the function of a 24 Volt Transformer in an HVAC system?

a)

Converts primary voltage of 120 or 240 to 24 volts

b)

Controls the speed of the blower motor

c)

Controls the signal to the 24v transformer

d)

Controls the pressure in the high pressure line

5.

What is the purpose of an auxiliary heater in a heat pump?

a)

Used to supplement heat in cold temperatures

b)

Controls the speed of the blower motor

c)

Controls the speed of the condenser fan motor

d)

Measures the pressure in the low pressure line

6.

What does a breaker do in an HVAC system?

a)

Controls the speed of the condenser fan motor

b)

Measures the pressure in the high pressure line

c)

Controls the speed of the blower motor

d)

Disconnects the unit when too many amps pass through thus protecting wires and the system

7.

What is the function of an overflow switch in an HVAC system?

a)

Controls the speed of the blower motor

b)

Protects the unit from condensation overflow

c)

Controls the speed of the condenser fan motor

d)

Measures the pressure in the low pressure line

8.

What does a defrost board do in an HVAC system?

a)

Measures the pressure in the high pressure line

b)

Controls the speed of the condenser fan motor

c)

Controls the speed of the blower motor

d)

Sends signals to switch reversing valve for defrosting

9.

What is the purpose of a hard start capacitor in an HVAC system?

a)

Controls the speed of the condenser fan motor

b)

Measures the pressure in the low pressure line

c)

Used to assist normal capacitor in the startup of compressor

d)

Controls the speed of the blower motor

10.

What does an inducer fan motor do in an HVAC system?

a)

Ensures proper draft for flames in exchanger

b)

Controls the speed of the condenser fan motor

c)

Controls the speed of the blower motor

d)

Measures the pressure in the high pressure line

11.

What does a compressor do in an HVAC system?

a)

Controls the speed of the condenser fan motor

b)

Measures the pressure in the high pressure line

c)

Increases the pressure of the refrigerant

d)

Controls the speed of the blower motor

12.

What is the function of an evaporator coil in an HVAC system?

a)

Absorbs heat from the air

b)

Controls the speed of the blower motor

c)

Controls the speed of the condenser fan motor

d)

Measures the pressure in the low pressure line

13.

What does a filter drier do in an HVAC system?

a)

Removes moisture and contaminants from refrigerant

b)

Controls the speed of the condenser fan motor

c)

Measures the pressure in the high pressure line

d)

Controls the speed of the blower motor

14.

What is the purpose of a reversing valve in a heat pump?

a)

Controls the speed of the condenser fan motor

b)

Changes the direction of refrigerant flow, allowing for both heating and cooling

c)

Controls the speed of the blower motor

d)

Measures the pressure in the low pressure line

15.

What is the function of a condenser coil in an HVAC system?

a)

Releases absorbed heat to the outside environment

b)

Controls the speed of the blower motor

c)

Controls the speed of the condenser fan motor

d)

Measures the pressure in the high pressure line

16.

What is the purpose of a blower motor in an HVAC system?

a)

Controls the speed of the condenser fan motor

b)

Pushes air through the ductwork and into the conditioned space

c)

Measures the pressure in the low pressure line

d)

Controls the speed of the blower motor

17.

What does a pressure switch do in an HVAC system?

a)

Controls the speed of the condenser fan motor

b)

Measures the pressure in the high pressure line

c)

Ensures that the system is operating within a safe pressure range

d)

Controls the speed of the blower motor

18.

What is the function of a condensate pump in an HVAC system?

a)

Controls the speed of the condenser fan motor

b)

Removes condensation produced by the HVAC system

c)

Measures the pressure in the high pressure line

d)

Controls the speed of the blower motor

19.

What does a contactor do in an HVAC system?

a)

Controls the speed of the condenser fan motor

b)

Controls the speed of the blower motor

c)

Controls the electrical flow to various parts of the system

d)

Measures the pressure in the high pressure line

20.

What is the purpose of a flame sensor in a gas furnace?

a)

Controls the speed of the condenser fan motor

b)

Measures the pressure in the low pressure line

c)

Detects the presence of flame to ensure safe operation

d)

Controls the speed of the blower motor

21.

What is the purpose of a refrigerant in an HVAC system?

a)

Absorbs and releases heat to cool or heat the building

b)

Controls the speed of the blower motor

c)

Controls the speed of the condenser fan motor

d)

Measures the pressure in the low pressure line

22.

What does a fan limit switch do in an HVAC system?

a)

Controls the speed of the condenser fan motor

b)

Controls the speed of the blower motor

c)

Turns the fan on and off based on the temperature in the plenum

d)

Measures the pressure in the high pressure line