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EPA Review -- CORE pt 4 (English)

Total questions: 30

Worksheet time: 15mins

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Class
Date
1.

How can non-condensable gases affect the system's components?

a)

They enhance the components' efficiency.

b)

They have no effect on the components.

c)

They can cause the components to fail prematurely.

d)

They extend the components' lifespan.

2.

What chemical reactions can non-condensable gases cause in the system?

a)

Produce acids and reduce oil lubricity.

b)

Increase oil lubricity and reduce acids.

c)

Neutralize acids and improve oil quality.

d)

Prevent moisture from entering the system.

3.

Why is it important to know if non-condensable gases exist in the recovery cylinder?

a)

To ensure the refrigerant is not contaminated.

b)

To increase the system's efficiency.

c)

To reduce the system's pressure.

d)

To enhance the refrigerant's cooling capacity.

4.

Why is it important to pressurize the system with dry nitrogen before disconnecting service gauges?

a)

To cool down the system

b)

To prevent air and moisture from entering

c)

To increase the system's efficiency

d)

To reduce the system's pressure

5.

What can happen if moisture is present in a refrigeration system?

a)

It accelerates the formation of acid

b)

It improves system efficiency

c)

It reduces the need for maintenance

d)

It increases the system's lifespan

6.

What is a potential consequence of a burnout in a compressor?

a)

Increased system efficiency

b)

High acid levels in the system

c)

Reduced system pressure

d)

Improved refrigerant flow

7.

What should be done if a system cannot be sealed?

a)

Leave it open

b)

Tape the exposed ends

c)

Increase the system pressure

d)

Add more refrigerant

8.

Which refrigerant is mentioned as having a very low allowable exposure limit of 30 ppm?

a)

HCFC-123

b)

CFC-11

c)

HCFC-22

d)

HFC-134a

9.

What can excessive heat cause refrigerants to do?

a)

Decompose into toxic vapors

b)

Freeze

c)

Evaporate harmlessly

d)

Solidify

10.

What is the flammability classification for refrigerants with a lower flammability limit of more than 0.10 kg/m3?

a)

2

b)

1

c)

3

d)

4

11.

What is the recommended number of air changes per hour when working with refrigerants?

a)

One

b)

Two

c)

Three

d)

Four

12.

What could be a reason for measuring a pressure lower than indicated on the pressure-temperature chart?

a)

The temperature or pressure readings are incorrect due to unstable conditions.

b)

The refrigerant is pure and uncontaminated.

c)

The cylinder temperature is too high.

d)

The pressure gauge is new.

13.

What should be done before recharging a refrigeration system?

a)

Add more refrigerant.

b)

Evacuate the system.

c)

Increase the system's temperature.

d)

Decrease the system's pressure.

14.

What is the ASHRAE safety classification for a refrigerant with higher flammability and lower toxicity?

a)

A1

b)

A2

c)

A3

d)

B3

15.

What is the main environmental benefit of HFO refrigerants?

a)

They are non-flammable

b)

They are environmentally friendly

c)

They are cheaper

d)

They are more toxic

16.

Which refrigerant is classified as A2 according to ASHRAE safety classifications?

a)

R-142b

b)

R-11

c)

R-30

d)

R-1140

17.

What is the primary reason HFO refrigerants are less flammable than HC refrigerants?

a)

They contain fluorine atoms

b)

They are synthetic

c)

They are more toxic

d)

They are heavier

18.

What is the ASHRAE classification for a refrigerant with no flame propagation and higher toxicity?

a)

A1

b)

A2

c)

B1

d)

B2

19.

Which of the following is a characteristic of hydrofluoroolefin (HFO) refrigerants?

a)

They are highly toxic

b)

They are unsaturated HFCs

c)

They are inorganic

d)

They are metal alloys

20.

Which refrigerant is classified as A1 and is non-flammable according to ASHRAE safety classifications?

a)

R-11

b)

R-290

c)

R-50

d)

R-1140

21.

Why should you weigh a cylinder?

a)

To ensure it is empty

b)

To check its size

c)

To balance it

d)

To label it correctly

22.

What is the purpose of labeling appliances with flammable refrigerants?

a)

To enhance the aesthetic appeal of the appliance

b)

To provide a warning of the presence of a flammable refrigerant

c)

To increase the appliance's efficiency

d)

To reduce the appliance's cost

23.

What must a service port or access valve have if installed after manufacture?

a)

A blue marking

b)

The red flammable marking

c)

A green marking

d)

A yellow marking

24.

What should you avoid doing when the refrigerant is in the unit?

a)

Painting the unit

b)

Cutting or welding any refrigerant line

c)

Cleaning the unit

d)

Moving the unit

25.

What should always be refitted when the cylinder isn’t in use?

a)

The valve cap

b)

The label

c)

The handle

d)

The base

26.

Which refrigerant is stored in a tan tank?

a)

R-116

b)

R-125

c)

R-113

d)

R-22

27.

Which tank color corresponds to the refrigerant R-401B?

a)

Coral

b)

Mustard

c)

Orange

d)

Pink

28.

Identify the tank color for the refrigerant R-500.

a)

Yellow

b)

Light Purple

c)

Sky Blue

d)

Coral

29.

What type of personal protective equipment should be worn to guard against liquid refrigerant?

a)

Splash-proof safety glasses

b)

Earplugs

c)

Hard hats

d)

Respirators

30.

What is the requirement for the red marking if a service port or refrigerant access valve is added?

a)

Extend the red mark at least 2 inches in both directions

b)

Extend the red mark at least 1 inch in both directions

c)

Extend the red mark at least 3 inches in both directions

d)

Extend the red mark at least 4 inches in both directions