ASHRAE/CMR code Prep Quiz

Topics: ASHRAE/CMR

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1: Direct systems using Group II refrigerants

  • shall be installed per instruction of the AHJ
  • shall not be used for air condition for human comfort
  • shall be allowed to be used for human comfort.
  • shall be installed in Class T machinery rooms

2: What is the refrigerant chlorodifluoromethane?

  • R-12
  • R-22
  • R-123
  • R-134a

3: Pressure-limiting device isn't required on a factory-sealed system containing less than ____ lbs.

  • 22
  • 18
  • 33
  • 50

4: R-22 is classified as a ____ refrigerant on the safety matrix.

  • B-2
  • B-1
  • A-2
  • A-1

5: When can recovered refrigerants be reused?

  • They can't
  • Only when used in original owner's equipment
  • Only if used in 30 days of recovery
  • None of the above

6: A declaration test is needed when the system contains more than

  • 120 lbs
  • 55 lbs
  • 110 lbs
  • 65 lbs

7: Methyl Chloride is a halogenated refrigerant and should not come in contact with

  • aluminum
  • zinc
  • magnesium
  • all of the above

8: All electrical work done on refrigeration systems must comply with

  • ASHREA-15 Section 9.2.1
  • Department of Energy
  • OSHA
  • NEC and Massachusetts Modifications

9: Which refrigerant(s) is an HFC?

  • R-22
  • R-410A
  • R-502
  • All of the above

10: Class A refrigerants are considered

  • non-toxic
  • toxic
  • flammable
  • non-flammable

11: The pressure relief device of a positive displacement compressor shall discharge in the ______________or in accordance with 9.7.8

  • the vapor side of the system
  • high side of the system
  • the liquid side of the system
  • low side of the system

12: How far from the ground does a relief valve need to be?

  • At least 15' above grade
  • Not more than 3' above grade
  • At least 25' above grade
  • At least 20' above grade

13: When a refrigeration or air conditioning system is installed

  • the form of certificate shall be authorized by the Department of Pubic safety
  • a field inspection shall be made before it is put into service
  • it shall not be operated below prescribed pressures
  • it shall be approved by the owner for proper operation.

14: What must be done to refrigerant pipes before being buried ?(8.10.4)

  • Insulated and installed in a pipe duct (Encased)
  • Certified
  • Classifed
  • Leak checked

15: What is Trichlorotrifluoromethane?

  • R-11
  • R-13
  • R-113
  • R-12

16: All serviceable components of a refrigeration system shall be provided with

  • name plates with markings referring to pressure and temperature in accordance with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code
  • manufactures instructions on start-up procedures
  • safe access
  • service manuals

17: Liquid shall not occupy more than ____ of the volume when the temperature of the refrigerant is 90F.

  • 100%
  • 80%
  • 75%
  • 90%

18: What does safe access mean?

  • Locked doors
  • A clear unobstructed path to the equipment and controls
  • OSHA approved
  • Well-lit exit signs

19: According to the 522 CMR Board of Boilers, refrigerant detectors, alarms, and the refrigeration mechanical room ventilating systems shall be tested

  • annually
  • bi-annually
  • regularly
  • quarterly

20: R-718 is rated unlimited for refrigeration quantity contained in a system. Why?

  • Because it's a non-flammable refrigerant
  • Because it's cheap
  • R-718 is not rated unlimited because it's a dangerous refrigerant
  • Because it's water

21: Name a CFC refrigerant(s):

  • R-11
  • R-12
  • R-123
  • both a & b

22: When must refrigeration system covered by the code be inspected?

  • Upon installation
  • Not required
  • Annually
  • Annually and when installed

23: Pressure vessels having design pressures of 15 psig or less shall have the strength to withstand at least ______times the design pressure.

  • 2.5
  • 3.0
  • 2.0
  • 5.5

24: All welding done on any refrigeration system or piping covered by 522 CMR 9.00 shall be performed by a according to Section IX of the ASME code

  • welder qualified
  • licensed technician
  • competent welder
  • licensed welder

25: Which refrigerant was still able to be vented to the atmosphere after July 1, 1992?

  • R-11
  • R-113
  • R-12
  • R-22