ASHRAE/CMR code Prep Quiz

Topics: ASHRAE/CMR

Quiz Result Settings

1: What type of copper is not permitted on refrigeration systems?

  • Type K
  • Type M
  • Type N
  • Type L

2: The main cause of enacting the "no vending rule" of July 1st 1992 was

  • global warming potential
  • ozone depletion
  • both a & b
  • None of the above

3: Single compound Refrigerants are classified by what two criteria?

  • Flammability and temperature range
  • Weight and color
  • Flammability and toxicity
  • Temperature range and hazardousness

4: What section of ASHRAE-15 governs pressure vessels?

  • Section 6 ASHRAE-34 ASME VIII unfired
  • Section 9 ASHRAE-15 ASME VIII unfired
  • Section 7 ASHRAE-15 ASME VIII fired
  • OSHA

5: According to ASHRAE Standard-15 9.8 Positive Displacement Compressor Protection, the pressure-relief device discharge into

  • the low-pressure side of the system
  • the high side of the system
  • the liquid receiver
  • both a and c are correct

6: Systems containing more than 110 pounds must have stop valves located at the

  • compressor suction inlet
  • compressor discharge outlet
  • receiver inlet and outlet
  • All of the above

7: What type of pressure relief device is used on a CO2 system?

  • Rupture disk
  • Fusible plug
  • Glove valve
  • Gate valve

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

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

9: Before determining if a machinery room equipment is excluded from following Ashrae 15, you must determine how many pounds of refrigerant per _____ cubic feet?

  • 10,000
  • 1,000
  • 100
  • 100,000

10: Pressure vessels shall be provided with ___________in accordance with Section VIII of the ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code

  • over pressure protection as well as a temperature protection device
  • over pressure protection
  • Pressure vessels need no type of protection as long as it is hydrostatically tested every three months
  • over pressure protection and a rupture disc

11: What must be done to refrigerant pipes before being buried?

  • Leaked checked
  • Coated
  • Certified
  • Encased

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

  • 50
  • 18
  • 33
  • 22

13: R-123 belongs to Group

  • B-1
  • B-2
  • A-3
  • B-3

14: What is the refrigerant dichlorodifluoromethane?

  • R-22
  • R-12
  • R-134A
  • R-123

15: Low temperature systems should have what?

  • High pour point
  • Low pour point
  • High viscosity
  • None of the above

16: When releasing a hydrogenated hydrocarbon refrigerant to the atmosphere, ample ventilation must be provided and

  • no flames shall be permitted
  • the owner shall be informed
  • gas masks must be worn
  • explosion precautions must be taken

17: What do you need to do when you install a new system?

  • Add refrigerant
  • Insulate the suction line before you take a superheat reading
  • Document the superheat and subcooling reading
  • Have it inspected

18: Refrigeration devices shall be equipped with a ____ to protect against unexpected pressure due to a malfunction or fire?

  • Relief valve
  • Circuit Breaker
  • T&P device
  • Temperature limiter device

19: A restaurant is classified as a

  • commercial occupancy
  • mixed occupancy
  • large mercantile occupancy
  • public assembly occupancy

20: Which occupancy can ammonia be used in?

  • depends on the quantity of freon
  • commercial
  • redifential
  • industrial

21: What must be done to all doors and access points in duct work going through a mechanical room?

  • Must be hindged
  • Must be screwed shut
  • Must be sealed and gasketed
  • All of the above

22: 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

23: Before you change the type of refrigerant in a refrigeration system, what three things must be done?

  • Nothing must be done
  • Place sign, check for leaks, and insulate suction line
  • Make sure its compatible, notify owner, and notify AHJ.
  • you can never change refrigerants

24: 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

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

  • 48
  • 18
  • 24
  • 36