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WorksheetsMarine Plumbing and Sanitation FINAL
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What is the primary function of a marine freshwater system?
Bilge water disposal
Fire suppression
Provide potable water to sinks, showers, and appliances
Fuel dilution
What is the common color used for potable water hoses in marine plumbing?
Red
Blue
White
Black
Which of the following is commonly used to pressurize marine freshwater systems?
Diaphragm pump
Centrifugal blower
Impeller pump
Bilge pump
What is a "Y-valve" used for in a marine sanitation system?
Mixing saltwater and freshwater
Switching toilet discharge between holding tank and overboard
Reversing water flow in the galley
Regulating water pressure
What must a marine toilet be connected to in areas where overboard discharge is prohibited?
Vented loop
Raw water strainer
Holding tank
Watermaker
What is a vented loop designed to prevent in marine plumbing systems?
Tank pressurization
Backflow and siphoning
Salt buildup
Odor emissions
Which material is most commonly used for marine plumbing freshwater tubing?
Galvanized steel
Copper
PEX
PVC
What is the function of a marine accumulator tank?
Add chemicals to freshwater
Maintain consistent water pressure
Trap debris from intake
Mix hot and cold water
A manual bilge pump is typically used as:
A backup to electric bilge pumps
A pressure water source
A tank cleaning device
A washdown pump
What component ensures that tank air pressure remains equalized as water is added or removed?
Seacock
Vent hose
Deck fill
Shutoff valve
What type of valve should always be installed below the waterline on thru-hull fittings?
Ball valve
Needle valve
Gate valve
Butterfly valve
Marine greywater typically comes from:
Toilet discharge
Shower and sink drains
Fuel overflow
Air conditioning
What is the primary concern with marine sanitation hoses over time?
Melting
Freezing
Odor permeation
Discoloration
What is the most common fitting type used with flexible marine plumbing hose?
Welded flanges
Barbed fittings with hose clamps
Push-to-connect
Compression couplings
Which tank material is preferred for marine potable water storage?
Stainless steel or FDA-approved plastic
Galvanized iron
Rubber bladder
Glass
What type of sealant is commonly used for marine plumbing threads?
Silicone grease
Teflon tape or pipe dope
Wax ring
Petroleum jelly
What should be regularly checked to prevent freshwater contamination?
Bilge level
Vent filters
Water heater anode
Tank vents and fill caps
What system removes salt and other impurities from seawater for onboard use?
Heat exchanger
Watermaker
Macerator
Vent loop
What is the minimum recommended hose clamp configuration for marine thru-hull connections?
One clamp
No clamp
Two stainless steel clamps
Plastic zip ties
What is the purpose of a macerator pump in a marine system?
Pressurize freshwater
Filter bilge water
Grind and pump sewage
Cool the engine
The water hose to a fresh water system should be:
marked for pressure capacity and/or limitations
marked for RV applications
marked for potable or drinking water
made of rubber
Typically the most difficult task of repairing a fresh water tank is:
locating the leak
removing the tank
obtaining the correct parts
finding the correct epoxy
The only viable way to permanently repair a polyethylene water tank is by using:
pressure
heat
vacuum
cement
Which of the following is an acceptable method of permanently repairing a cracked polyethylene freshwater tank?
spin weld
plastic weld
two-part epoxy
proflex
The non-pressure water storage tank is permitted to be filled by the onboard city water system:
if the tank’s vent is equal to or larger than fill line
only on large Class A motorhomes
if city water pressure exceeds pump pressure
only on unregulated city water supplies
Which of the following is NOT a component on a fresh water tank?
baffles
vent opening
accumulator
drain opening
To sanitize a freshwater storage tank, prepare a chlorine disinfection using:
15 gallons of water and 1/4 cup of household bleach
8 gallons of water to 1/2 cup of household bleach
1/2 cup of water and 1/4 cup of household bleach
1 cup of water to 1/4 cup of household bleach
A freshwater system should be sanitized:
with the water heater bypassed
once per month
if water becomes contaminated
once per week
What is the most common cause for fresh water tank expansion?
restricted vent
crushed fill hose
blocked discharge line
mis-positioned tank probe
A spouting fresh water gravity fill means:
the water heater is in bypass position
there is improper venting
the water pump check valve is defective
the tank drain is open
Vibration noise in a kitchen slide water line is most likely due to:
unsecured water distribution line
low battery voltage
excessive system pressure
defective faucet
What causes intermittent hot and cold water at all faucets?
bypass water heater
defective shower hose
open water heater bypass valve
water heater just turned on
The size of hose in a freshwater distribution system is determined by:
the number of fixtures
city water pressure
run length to city connection
size of water storage tank
Purpose of an accumulator tank:
maintain constant water pressure
increase system pressure by 15 psi
assist in winterization
increase water capacity
A rigid conduit of copper or plastic is called:
hose
tubing
pipe
plumbing
Which clamp provides a 360-degree spring seal?
Uponor
Epoxy
Riser
C-clamp
The Uponor ratchet tool is used for:
wire cutting
tubing cutting
clamp compression
cable stripping
Best method for leak testing a fresh water system:
electronic leak detector
pressure test with gauge
visual check
leak detection solution
An Uponor clamp must be attached:
at the very edge of the tubing
1/8” to 1/4” from the end of the tubing
at least 3/8” from the end of the tubing
covering the entire fitting barb
If the water pump runs but no water flow is present, the first check should be:
test the faucet
check the water pump screen/strainer
check the battery
replace the accumulator
A sputtering faucet when first opened usually indicates:
air in the lines
clogged city water connection
defective faucet aerator
a blocked vent
A properly operating freshwater pump will:
cycle constantly
turn on only when a faucet is opened
stay on even when faucets are closed
never turn off
If a pump cycles when no faucets are open, the most likely cause is:
clogged aerator
a water leak
battery voltage too high
vent hose kinked
Low flow at all fixtures is MOST likely caused by:
clogged aerator
faulty city water connection
clogged filter or strainer
low propane pressure
A freshwater pump that is very noisy may be due to:
missing accumulator
loose mounting
clogged vent
cracked tank
Water pump rubber mounting feet help to:
increase pressure
decrease noise and vibration
increase amperage
hold water
A broken water heater check valve will cause:
spitting at faucets
reduced water pressure
leaks at the fill connection
loss of hot water system pressure
The purpose of a city water regulator is to:
increase pressure
reduce pressure to safe levels
bypass the water pump
close the vent valve
What is the typical RV city water pressure range?
80–90 PSI
50–60 PSI
30–40 PSI
10–20 PSI
Polyethylene tanks are repaired permanently using:
ABS cement
heat welding
two-part epoxy
silicone adhesive
What material are most RV drain pipes made of?
Copper
Steel
ABS Plastic
CPVC
The minimum slope required for RV drainage piping is:
1/16 inch per foot
1/8 inch per foot
1/4 inch per foot
1/2 inch per foot
An ASTVD (anti-siphon trap vent device) is used to:
replace a vent cap
allow air into a drain system
block odors from escaping
create positive pressure
True or False: Holding tanks must always be installed with baffles.
True
False
To sanitize a freshwater system, how long must bleach solution sit?
1 hour
2 hours
4 hours
8 hours
If the freshwater tank is 'burping' at the fill, the problem is likely:
blocked vent line
clogged fill line
closed drain valve
city water backflow
Which fitting material requires solvent welding for drainage?
PEX
ABS
Copper
Polyethylene
The term SWHT refers to:
Small Water Holding Tank
Solid Waste Holding Tank
Sanitation Water Handling Tank
Sewer Waste Handling Tube
Gray water is collected from all EXCEPT:
kitchen sink
shower
lavatory
toilet
The water strainer protects the pump from:
vent line blockage
debris in the water
electrical shorts
backflow pressure
Which component prevents sewer odors from entering the RV?
Check valve
P-trap
Hose clamp
Pressure regulator
When welding polyethylene tanks, the tool must include:
cement brush
air regulator
propane torch
sandpaper
A flexible hose in an RV is commonly used where?
Fresh water tank fill
In slide-out rooms
Roof vents
Drain pipe riser
Which clamp type is used on flexible hoses?
Worm gear clamp
Rivet clamp
Heat shrink
Bolt clamp
Recirculating toilets in RVs require:
continuous water supply
12VDC power
propane heating
city water connection
Best location to install a pressure gauge for testing:
Drain valve
Faucet outlet
Pump discharge line
Fill inlet
What causes 'cycling' of the water pump when no faucet is open?
Faulty fuse
Water leak
Pressure too high
Vent line clogged
How do you remove an Uponor clamp?
Cut tubing
Pull by hand
Use clamp removal tool
Rotate fitting
What does DWV mean?
distribution waste valve
distribution water valve
drain, waste, vent
drain, water, ventilate
Why is ABS piping used in the RV industry?
it resists impact in cold temperature
it can be easily identified because of its green color
it holds up during travel conditions
it is cheaper to install
What sealant is most appropriate to use when assembling a city water test kit?
thread
acrylic resin
butyl rubber
epoxy
Which step is part of a freshwater system inspection?
conduct a water system leak test
use three grades of antifreeze
disconnect hot and cold water lines
perform a 3 minute drop test
When inspecting a freshwater system, make sure it functions properly on
pump and city water hookup
pump only
city water hookup only
external pump
The water hose to a fresh water system should be:
marked for pressure capacity and/or limitations
marked for RV applications
marked for potable or drinking water
made of rubber
Typically the most difficult task of repairing a fresh water tank is:
locating the leak
removing the tank
obtaining the correct parts
finding the correct epoxy
The only viable way to permanently repair a polyethylene water tank is by using:
pressure
heat
vacuum
cement
Which of the following is an acceptable method of permanently repairing a cracked polyethylene freshwater tank?
spin weld
plastic weld
two-part epoxy
proflex
The non-pressure water storage tank is permitted to be filled by the onboard city water system:
if the tank’s vent is equal to or larger than fill line
only on large Class A motorhomes
if city water pressure exceeds pump pressure
only on unregulated city water supplies
Which of the following is NOT a component on a fresh water tank?
baffles
vent opening
accumulator
drain opening
To sanitize a freshwater storage tank, prepare a chlorine disinfection using:
15 gallons of water and 1/4 cup of household bleach
8 gallons of water to 1/2 cup of household bleach
1/2 cup of water and 1/4 cup of household bleach
1 cup of water to 1/4 cup of household bleach
A freshwater system should be sanitized:
with the water heater bypassed
once per month
if water becomes contaminated
once per week
What is the most common cause for fresh water tank expansion?
restricted vent
crushed fill hose
blocked discharge line
mis-positioned tank probe
A spouting fresh water gravity fill means:
the water heater is in bypass position
there is improper venting
the water pump check valve is defective
the tank drain is open
Vibration noise in a kitchen slide water line is most likely due to:
unsecured water distribution line
low battery voltage
excessive system pressure
defective faucet
What causes intermittent hot and cold water at all faucets?
bypass water heater
defective shower hose
open water heater bypass valve
water heater just turned on
The size of hose in a freshwater distribution system is determined by:
the number of fixtures
city water pressure
run length to city connection
size of water storage tank
Purpose of an accumulator tank:
maintain constant water pressure
increase system pressure by 15 psi
assist in winterization
increase water capacity
A rigid conduit of copper or plastic is called:
hose
tubing
pipe
plumbing
Which clamp provides a 360-degree spring seal?
Uponor
Epoxy
Riser
C-clamp
The Uponor ratchet tool is used for:
wire cutting
tubing cutting
clamp compression
cable stripping
Best method for leak testing a fresh water system:
electronic leak detector
pressure test with gauge
visual check
leak detection solution
An Uponor clamp must be attached:
at the very edge of the tubing
1/8” to 1/4” from the end of the tubing
at least 3/8” from the end of the tubing
covering the entire fitting barb
If the water pump runs but no water flow is present, the first check should be:
test the faucet
check the water pump screen/strainer
check the battery
replace the accumulator
A sputtering faucet when first opened usually indicates:
air in the lines
clogged city water connection
defective faucet aerator
a blocked vent
A properly operating freshwater pump will:
cycle constantly
turn on only when a faucet is opened
stay on even when faucets are closed
never turn off
If a pump cycles when no faucets are open, the most likely cause is:
clogged aerator
a water leak
battery voltage too high
vent hose kinked
Low flow at all fixtures is MOST likely caused by:
clogged aerator
faulty city water connection
clogged filter or strainer
low propane pressure
A freshwater pump that is very noisy may be due to:
missing accumulator
loose mounting
clogged vent
cracked tank
Water pump rubber mounting feet help to:
increase pressure
decrease noise and vibration
increase amperage
hold water
A broken water heater check valve will cause:
spitting at faucets
reduced water pressure
leaks at the fill connection
loss of hot water system pressure
The purpose of a city water regulator is to:
increase pressure
reduce pressure to safe levels
bypass the water pump
close the vent valve
What is the typical RV city water pressure range?
80–90 PSI
50–60 PSI
30–40 PSI
10–20 PSI
Polyethylene tanks are repaired permanently using:
ABS cement
heat welding
two-part epoxy
silicone adhesive
What material are most RV drain pipes made of?
Copper
Steel
ABS Plastic
CPVC
The minimum slope required for RV drainage piping is:
1/16 inch per foot
1/8 inch per foot
1/4 inch per foot
1/2 inch per foot
An ASTVD (anti-siphon trap vent device) is used to:
replace a vent cap
allow air into a drain system
block odors from escaping
create positive pressure
True or False: Holding tanks must always be installed with baffles.
True
False
To sanitize a freshwater system, how long must bleach solution sit?
1 hour
2 hours
4 hours
8 hours
If the freshwater tank is 'burping' at the fill, the problem is likely:
blocked vent line
clogged fill line
closed drain valve
city water backflow
Which type of faucet uses washers to seal the water flow?
Compression faucet
Washerless faucet
Ball faucet
Ceramic disc faucet
Which fitting material requires solvent welding for drainage?
PEX
ABS
Copper
Polyethylene
The term SWHT refers to:
Small Water Holding Tank
Solid Waste Holding Tank
Sanitation Water Handling Tank
Sewer Waste Handling Tube
Gray water is collected from all EXCEPT:
kitchen sink
shower
lavatory
toilet
The water strainer protects the pump from:
vent line blockage
debris in the water
electrical shorts
backflow pressure
Which component prevents sewer odors from entering the RV?
Check valve
P-trap
Hose clamp
Pressure regulator
When welding polyethylene tanks, the tool must include:
cement brush
air regulator
propane torch
sandpaper
A flexible hose in an RV is commonly used where?
Fresh water tank fill
In slide-out rooms
Roof vents
Drain pipe riser
Which clamp type is used on flexible hoses?
Worm gear clamp
Rivet clamp
Heat shrink
Bolt clamp
Recirculating toilets in RVs require:
continuous water supply
12VDC power
propane heating
city water connection
Best location to install a pressure gauge for testing:
Drain valve
Faucet outlet
Pump discharge line
Fill inlet
What causes 'cycling' of the water pump when no faucet is open?
Faulty fuse
Water leak
Pressure too high
Vent line clogged
How do you remove an Uponor clamp?
Cut tubing
Pull by hand
Use clamp removal tool
Rotate fitting
What does DWV mean?
distribution waste valve
distribution water valve
drain, waste, vent
drain, water, ventilate
Why is ABS piping used in the RV industry?
it resists impact in cold temperature
it can be easily identified because of its green color
it holds up during travel conditions
it is cheaper to install
What sealant is most appropriate to use when assembling a city water test kit?
thread
acrylic resin
butyl rubber
epoxy
When inspecting a freshwater system, make sure it functions properly on
pump and city water hookup
pump only
city water hookup only
external pump
Which device is used to prevent backflow in a marine freshwater system?
Pressure regulator
Expansion tank
Check valve
Accumulator tank
What is the recommended method to winterize a marine freshwater system?
Disconnect the pump only
Flush with saltwater
Increase water pressure
Drain all water and add antifreeze
Oliver is setting up a new water system for his home. What is the purpose of an accumulator tank in this setup?
maintain constant water pressure
increase system pressure by 15 psi
assist in winterization
increase water capacity
What is the purpose of sewer hoses?
Drinking water
Waste disposal
Increasing water pressure
Reducing water hardness
What is the purpose of water pressure regulators?
Increase water flow
Prevent damage from high campground water pressure
Enhance water taste
Reduce water hardness
What is the connection type for fresh water hoses?
Bayonet fittings
Cam-locks
Standard garden hose thread (GHT) – 3/4" female fitting
Elbows
What does the pressure switch in the pump do when it detects a drop in pressure?
It shuts off the pump.
It increases the water temperature.
It activates the pump.
It decreases the water flow.
What is the main function of faucets and fixtures in a pressurized water system?
Deliver water to sinks, showers, etc.
Store clean, potable water
Heat water for dishwashing
Filter impurities from water
What is a key feature of aluminum tanks?
UV-resistant
Conductive
Heavier
Not corrosion-resistant
What is used to prevent leaks in threaded fittings?
Hose clamps
Teflon tape
Rubber seals
Metal washers
What materials are used for thru-hull fittings and seacocks?
Plastic only
Bronze or marine-grade plastic
Steel
Aluminum
What is a characteristic of sanitation hoses?
Non-toxic
Heavy-duty and resistant to odor permeation
Made of bronze
Used for fuel lines
What is the purpose of pump compatibility in water systems?
To increase water hardness
To integrate with 12V RV water pumps or marine freshwater pumps
To enhance water taste
To reduce water pressure
