ASHRAE/CMR code Prep Quiz

Topics: ASHRAE/CMR

Quiz Result Settings

1: A positive displacement compressor is

  • a compressor in which the increase in pressure is attained by changing the internal pressure of the compression chamber
  • where the compressor's suction pressure and the compressor;s discharge pressure is more than 50 PSI
  • is a reciprocating type compressor with 2 or more pistons
  • a compressor in which the increase in pressure is attained by changing the internal volume of the compression chamber

2: R-11 belongs to Group

  • B-3
  • A-1
  • B-1
  • A-2

3: 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
  • service manuals
  • manufactures instructions on start-up procedures
  • safe access

4: Halogen refrigerants are corrosive to which type of metal?

  • stainless steel
  • black iron
  • magnesium
  • copper

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

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

6: How many CFMs are required per square foot of commercial office occupied space

  • 5 CFM
  • 20 CFM
  • 15 CFM
  • .5 CFM

7: Indirect systems using Group II refrigerants

  • shall be used for mechanical equipment only
  • shall have all refrigerant containing parts except piping, installed in a Class T machine room
  • shall be used in refrigeration system less than 1,000 lbs
  • shall be used in refrigeration system in excess of 1,000 lbs

8: Halogenated refrigerants cannot be used with what material?

  • Aluminum
  • Stainless steel
  • Magnesium alloy
  • Copper

9: How many flammability classifications are refrigerants in?

  • 2
  • 5
  • 3
  • 7

10: A premise where large numbers of people congregate and from which occupants can not quickly vacate the space is considered

  • institutional occupancy
  • commercial occupancy
  • mixed occupancy
  • public assembly occupancy

11: A machine room with a refrigerant system using ammonia shall

  • be provided with a continuously operated ventilation system
  • be considered a non-hazardous location in accordance with National Electrical code
  • have no flame producing apparatus permanently installed and operated
  • All of the above

12: A premise or that portion of a premise where people transact business, receive personal service, or purchase foods, other goods is considered a

  • business occupancy
  • public assembly occupancy.
  • commercial occupancy
  • mercantile occupancy

13: Whoever owns/uses a refrigeration or air conditioning system covered by this code

  • must notify the Department of Public Safety prior to starting the system
  • shall be licensed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts according to CMR 522
  • shall make application for inspections to the Chief of Inspectors
  • None of the above

14: Field Inspections of refrigeration and A/C systems in Massachusetts shall be made by

  • District Engineering Inspectors
  • Commissioned Inspectors
  • Master licensed Technician
  • both a or b

15: Pressure vessels nameplate markings must be compliant with the

  • ASHRAE 34 Standards
  • CMR-588 & CMR-528
  • ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code
  • All of the Above

16: Class A refrigerants are considered

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

17: When an inspection is needed, how often must it be done?

  • annually
  • every 36 months
  • every 18 months
  • every 24 months

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

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

19: R-717 is

  • water
  • ammonia
  • trichloromethane
  • carbon dioxide

20: Pressure vessels having an inside diameter of 6” or less shall be protected by

  • Pressure vessels having an inside diameter of 6” or less need no such protection unless otherwise specified
  • a pressure relief device
  • either a fusible plug or a pressure relief device
  • a fusible plug

21: There can be no airflow from an occupied space through a machine room unless what?

  • System is high velocity
  • System is ducted and sealed
  • Duct is not located in the ceiling
  • None of the above.

22: Can a R22 line set be reused for a 410A system and if it can be reused, what must be done to it?

  • Flush with RX-11
  • Flush with R-718
  • Flush with R-11
  • Flush with ammonia

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

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

24: Halo-carbon refrigerants cannot be used with what material?

  • Stainless Steel
  • Aluminum
  • Copper
  • Magnesium alloy

25: An evaporator coil located near heating coil shall have a pressure-relief device installed within ______ inches of the evaporator.

  • 24
  • 18
  • 48
  • 36