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ACR-106 SM25 Midterm

Total questions: 69

Worksheet time: 35mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Package ice machines store their own ice at ____°F in a bin below the ice maker.

a)

10

b)

18

c)

24

d)

32

2.

Most package ice makers are ____-cooled.

a)

water

b)

air

c)

moisture

d)

refrigerant

3.

____ ice is normally made in a vertical refrigerated cylinder surrounded by the evaporator on the outside.

a)

Solid

b)

Cube

c)

Flake

d)

Chip

4.

The auger in a flake ice maker has cutting surfaces called ____.

a)

flights

b)

fins

c)

shafts

d)

gears

5.

A ____ is used to turn the auger in a flake ice machine.

a)

step motor

b)

geared motor

c)

worm motor

d)

hydraulic motor

6.

Most ice flakers have a ____ that reduces the auger drive motor’s speed from about 1725 rpm to 9 to 16 rpm.

a)

gear improvement drive

b)

gear intensive drive

c)

gear shift drive

d)

gear reduction drive

7.

____ evaporators have ice cups designed to cause the ice to fall out of the cups during defrost.

a)

Vertical

b)

Horizontal

c)

Hybrid

d)

Linear

8.

____ ice cube machines usually have vertical evaporator plates with water flowing over the individual cells.

a)

Modular

b)

Linear

c)

Cell-type

d)

Cup-type

9.

_____ between the evaporator cells allow air entering from the edges of the ice to travel along the entire ice slab and relieve the suction force.

a)

Space holes

b)

Weep holes

c)

Release spots

d)

Weep space

10.

_____ are simply small computers that contain stored programs or algorithms.

a)

Auto processors

b)

Signal processors

c)

Microcontrollers

d)

Microprocessors

11.

For maximum efficiency, individual ice machine models have different programs called algorithms stored in their ___

a)

EEPROM

b)

ERAM

c)

EPRAM

d)

PRAM

12.

12. Microprocessors are often referred to as _____

a)

microcontrollers

b)

transistors

c)

resistors

d)

capacitors

13.

Which of the following are used as controllers in commercial ice machines?

a)

signal controllers

b)

digital controllers

c)

integrated device controllers

d)

integrated circuit controllers

14.

Many filter manufacturers use ____ to inhibit calcium or lime scale buildup.

a)

wool

b)

polysorbate

c)

polyphosphate

d)

polyphenols

15.

Most package ice machines are designed to be located in ambient temperatures of ____.

a)

30°F to 110°F

b)

40°F to 115°F

c)

50°F to 115°F

d)

50°F to 120°F

16.

When using cleaning and sanitizing chemicals, it is unnecessary to wear protective clothing and eyewear.

a)

True

b)

False

17.

Ice-making machines are the same as ice-holding machines such as those seen on the outside of a convenience store or service station.

a)

True

b)

False

18.

The gear motor assembly is less prone to failure than any other part in the ice flaker.

a)

True

b)

False

19.

Manufacturers of ice flakers install thermal overload controls in the motor windings or a manual-reset, current-type overload control.

a)

True

b)

False

20.

It is important that the auger does not wobble within the freezing cylinder or evaporator

a)

True

b)

False

21.

Water levels can be sensed and controlled by a probe located in the water reservoir.

a)

True

b)

False

22.

Solid forms of ice last longer because there is more weight with less surface area.

a)

True

b)

False

23.

Most ice makers use a hot gas harvest or defrost to melt an ice sheet off the evaporator.

a)

True

b)

False

24.

Ice is not considered a food source.

a)

True

b)

False

25.

24. It is recommended that at least ________________ a year, the probe should be removed from the water reservoir and cleaned.

a)

twice

b)

once

c)

four times

d)

every month

26.

25. The ________________ is usually made of two reed switches and two floats.

a)

dual float switch

b)

single float valve

c)

pressure transducer

d)

level transmitter

27.

26. ________________-type devices are usually located in the spout.

a)

Mechanical flapper

b)

Electronic sensor

c)

Thermal fuse

d)

Pressure valve

28.

27. ________________ sense the buildup of ice by infrared technology. This control allows the ice machine to shut down before the ice chokes the spout opening.

a)

Ice sensors

b)

Water filters

c)

Compressor relays

d)

Thermostatic valves

29.

____________________ controls use sound waves and vibrations, which are reflected back to the control from the ice.

a)

Sonar

b)

Radar

c)

Thermometer

d)

Barometer

30.

Making a(n) _______________-shaped ice cube involves running water over an evaporator plate in which the copper evaporator tubing is soldered onto the plates at regular intervals.

a)

crescent

b)

cube

c)

cylinder

d)

flake

31.

Which of the following lists the correct steps for installing a package machine?

a)

Unpacking, assembling, connecting power, testing

b)

Disassembling, painting, connecting power, testing

c)

Packing, shipping, connecting power, testing

d)

Unpacking, connecting power, painting, testing

32.

Some of the methods used for ice bin control are:

a)

Thermostatic control, mechanical arm, ultrasonic sensor, and weight sensor.

b)

Only manual scooping.

c)

Using a fan to melt the ice.

d)

Adding salt to the ice bin.

33.

How does the mechanical flapper work?

a)

Mechanical flapper-type devices simply sense backed-up ice by pressure and activate a microswitch.

b)

Mechanical flapper-type devices use a laser to detect ice and send a signal to a computer.

c)

Mechanical flapper-type devices melt the ice using a heating element and then drain the water.

d)

Mechanical flapper-type devices use a fan to blow away the ice and clear the path.

34.

When operating at the proper refrigerant charge, ice production in flake ice machines depends on two main factors. List these factors.

a)

Inlet water temperature; Temperature (ambient) surrounding the ice machine

b)

Compressor size; Water filter type

c)

Refrigerant color; Ice bin size

d)

Voltage rating; Drain pipe length

35.

Why is the gear motor assembly more prone to fail than any other part in the ice flaker?

a)

The pressures and stresses put on it make the assembly more prone to fail.

b)

It is made from a weaker material than other parts.

c)

It is rarely lubricated during maintenance.

d)

It operates at a much lower temperature than other parts.

36.

Ice production, cycle times, and system operating pressures for an air-cooled ice machine mainly depend on two factors. Identify them.

a)

Temperature of the air entering the condenser, Temperature of the water entering the ice machine

b)

Ambient humidity, Water pressure

c)

Refrigerant type, Compressor size

d)

Voltage supply, Fan speed

37.

The evaporator of a chiller can be used to absorb heat from ____.

a)

water

b)

a solution of water and polyethylene glycol

c)

the refrigerant

d)

both a and b

38.

Two basic categories of chillers are the ____.

a)

compression cycle and absorption

b)

purge and absorption

c)

absorption and lithium bromide

d)

purge and lithium bromide

39.

A benefit of operating a compressor unloaded is ____.

a)

reduced energy costs

b)

reduced compression ratios

c)

increased cooling

d)

both a and b

40.

A reciprocating compressor with six cylinders, three banks of two cylinders each, can have its capacity reduced by unloading to ____% of full capacity.

a)

33

b)

50

c)

66

d)

25

41.

Speeds up to rpm are used in centrifugal compressors.

a)
15,000
b)

20,000

c)

25,000

d)

30,000

42.

A centrifugal compressor uses for capacity control.

a)
guide vanes
b)

block vanes

c)

guide blocks

d)

control vanes

43.

7. Direct expansion evaporators have .

a)

expansion joints between sections of the evaporator

b)
an established superheat at the outlet of the evap
c)

subcooling at the outlet of the evaporator

44.

The compressors used in low pressure chillers are the ____ type.

a)

reciprocating

b)

scroll

c)

screw

d)

centrifugal

45.

When a chiller using a low-pressure refrigerant is operating, the low pressure side of the system ____.

a)

always shows a positive pressure

b)

is always in a vacuum

c)

contains a mixture of oil and air

d)

rejects oxygen and moisture

46.

A purge unit ____.

a)

helps to provide subcooling in the condenser

b)

helps to provide superheat in the suction line

c)

relieves non-condensable gases from the system to the atmosphere

d)

provides capacity control

47.

To unload a reciprocating compressor, hot gas bypass across the cylinder is the best method.

a)

True

b)

False

48.

When referring to evaporators, the terms "direct expansion" and "dry type" can be used interchangeably.

a)

True

b)

False

49.

High pressure chillers use either air- or water-cooled condensers.

a)

True

b)

False

50.

Thermostatic expansion valves are the only metering devices used in high pressure chillers.

a)

True

b)

False

51.

Low pressure chillers use either air- or water-cooled condensers.

a)

True

b)

False

52.

Lithium bromide is ideal for use in absorption systems because it is non-corrosive.

a)

True

b)

False

53.

Electronic starters are much smaller than conventional starters.

a)

True

b)

False

54.

A chiller typically cools ____________________ for the purpose of air conditioning.

a)

water

b)

air

c)

oil

d)

steam

55.

In centrifugal compressors, capacity control is accomplished by the use of __________________________________________ at the impeller inlet.

a)

guide vanes

b)

diffusers

c)

intercoolers

d)

volute casings

56.

The pressure difference in a low-pressure chiller is produced by a(n) ____________________ compressor.

a)

centrifugal

b)

reciprocating

c)

scroll

d)

rotary

57.

The device that automatically helps to remove non-condensables from a chiller is called a(n) ____________________.

a)

purge unit

b)

expansion valve

c)

compressor

d)

condenser

58.

The pressure difference in an absorption chiller where the source of energy is steam or hot water is produced with the use of a(n) ____________________ solution.

a)

lithium bromide

b)

ammonia

c)

sodium chloride

d)

potassium iodide

59.

The refrigerant in an absorption chiller whose source of energy is steam or hot water is _____________________.

a)

water

b)

ammonia

c)

carbon dioxide

d)

freon

60.

Multiple smaller compressors are sometimes preferred over one large compressor because:

a)

they provide greater flexibility and reliability

b)

they are always cheaper to install

c)

they require less maintenance than a single large compressor

d)

they consume more energy than a single large compressor

61.

A compressor that is equipped with unloaders accomplishes which of the following?

a)

It allows the compressor to run without compressing gas, reducing load and energy consumption.

b)

It increases the maximum pressure the compressor can achieve.

c)

It improves the cooling efficiency of the compressor.

d)

It prevents the compressor from starting.

62.

What is the reason to use cylinder unloading in high pressure chillers? (Fill in the blank)

a)

Provide capacity control for longer running time and closer control of chilled water temperatures.

b)

Increase the pressure of the refrigerant for faster cooling.

c)

Reduce the size of the compressor for compact installation.

d)

Enhance the lubrication of compressor parts.

63.

Since there are no "valves" in a scroll compressor, what must be done to prevent refrigerant from flowing backward when the compressor cycles off?

a)

Install check valves.

b)

Increase the compressor speed.

c)

Reduce the refrigerant charge.

d)

Use a larger condenser.

64.

Why are open-drive compressors often started up for a short time in the off season?

a)

The shaft seal on the compressor is kept "wet" by the circulation of refrigeration oil over it. If the compressor is off for a long period of time, the shaft seal can dry up and eventually leak. Periodic running of the compressor helps keep the shaft seal in good shape.

b)

To increase the pressure inside the compressor for maintenance purposes.

c)

To ensure the refrigerant does not freeze inside the compressor.

d)

To test the electrical connections and wiring regularly.

65.

Centrifugal compressors are designed with the lubrication isolated from the refrigerant vapor. Why? (Fill in the blank)

a)

Oil mixed with the liquid refrigerant in the evaporator reduces the capacity of the system.

b)

It prevents the compressor from overheating.

c)

It increases the pressure of the refrigerant vapor.

d)

It allows for higher operating speeds.

66.

Explain the difference, with respect to superheat, between a dry type evaporator and a flooded evaporator.

a)

The dry type evaporator (direct expansion) operates with a certain amount of superheat, while a flooded evaporator operates with little or no superheat.

b)

Both dry type and flooded evaporators operate with the same amount of superheat.

c)

A flooded evaporator always operates with maximum superheat, while a dry type evaporator operates with no superheat.

d)

Superheat is not relevant to the operation of either type of evaporator.

67.

In a lithium bromide system, the refrigerant boils at 40°F. What is the corresponding absolute pressure required?

a)

0.122 lb/in² or 0.248 in Hg

b)

0.500 lb/in² or 1.02 in Hg

c)

1.000 lb/in² or 2.04 in Hg

d)

0.050 lb/in² or 0.102 in Hg

68.

The capacity of a screw compressor is controlled by:

a)

using a slide valve or variable speed drive

b)

increasing the oil injection rate

c)

changing the type of refrigerant used

d)

adjusting the discharge pressure only

69.

In high-pressure, low-pressure, and absorption chilled-water systems, how is the capacity controlled?

a)

The capacity is controlled by a slide valve that blocks off the inlets to the screw involutes.

b)

The capacity is controlled by adjusting the condenser water temperature.

c)

The capacity is controlled by varying the speed of the cooling tower fan.

d)

The capacity is controlled by changing the refrigerant type used in the system.