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1

Nehéz

What additional protective equipment will you use when soldering systems containing HC refrigerants?


Tinted safety goggles
Flammable gas detector
High-visibility jacket
Fire blanket

2

Nehéz

Why can’t a sealed high-pressure switch be replaced with a standard mechanical one in a system containing a flammable refrigerant?


The pressure switch setting will not be correct
There is a risk of refrigerant leakage
Dust and moisture may enter
It is a potential source of ignition

3

Nehéz

What is the minimum distance from the work area where HC refrigerants are used at which there must be no sources of ignition?


0.5 m
1 m
2 m
3 m

4

Nehéz

What is the maximum safe charge for a recovery cylinder with R32 refrigerant, if it can be charged with 20 kg of R410A?


33 kg
18 kg
9 kg
20 kg

5

Nehéz

According to EN 378, what is the maximum charge of an A3 refrigerant for a display unit (hermetic, with an internal condenser) located in the ground-floor retail area of a supermarket?


2.5 kg
1.5 kg
10 kg
1.0 kg

6

Nehéz

How can a vacuum pump be used safely to evacuate a system containing a flammable refrigerant?


Use an ATEX-certified vacuum pump in a well-ventilated area
Fit a long hose to the pump outlet to remove HC away from the system
There is no need to evacuate such systems
Position the vacuum pump 3 metres above floor level

7

Nehéz

What protective equipment must you have in your car when transporting flammable substances?


Fire blanket
A fire extinguisher
Thick gloves
Tinted safety goggles

8

Nehéz

How would you remove the refrigerant from a 10kg R32 water chiller, located outdoors, before unsoldering the connections?


Vent the R32 to the outside; charge the system with nitrogen until an overpressure is achieved, vent and drain the system twice, charge the system with nitrogen a third time and vent
Recover the R32 until a vacuum is achieved, then charge the system with nitrogen to a relative pressure of 0.1 bar g
Recover the R32 until a vacuum is achieved
Vent the R32 to the outside and drain the system

9

Nehéz

Which of the following leak detection methods cannot be used to locate an HC refrigerant leak?


Electronic leak detector for flammable refrigerants
Soapy water solution
Leak detection foam
Electronic HFC leak detector

10

Nehéz

What is the most important difference between a flammable refrigerant recovery unit and a standard one?


Different low-pressure switch setting
Different connection sizes
A different colour for the station
A flammable refrigerant recovery unit has no ignition sources

11

Nehéz

Which of the following is a source of ignition?


Contactor
Defrost heating element
‘n’ type thermostat
Ex-certified evaporator fan motor

12

Nehéz

What substance is produced when R32 is burnt?


Phosgene
Carbon monoxide
Hydrogen fluoride
Hydrochloric acid

13

Nehéz

What type of refrigerant is R1234ze?


Hydrofluoroolefin
Hydrochlorofluoro-hydrocarbon
Hydrocarbon
Chloro-fluoro-hydrocarbon

14

Nehéz

What hazards does a Group A3 refrigerant pose?


Low toxicity, moderate flammability
High toxicity, high flammability
Low toxicity, highly flammable
High toxicity, moderate flammability

15

Nehéz

According to EN 378, what is the maximum charge of R290 in a cold store measuring 5 m x 3 m x 2.5 m in height (the LFL for R290 is 0.038 kg/m³)?


4.93 kg
1.0 kg
0.285 kg
1.5 kg

16

Nehéz

What is the cooling capacity of R32 compared to R410A?


60%
130%
75%
105%

17

Nehéz

Why are Ex-certified evaporator fan motors used in some systems with flammable refrigerants?


Because they are more energy-efficient
To avoid a source of ignition in the event of a flammable refrigerant leak
Because they are more reliable
Because they must be kept running continuously to disperse the leaking refrigerant

18

Nehéz

Why is the difference in density between HC and HFC refrigerants important?


Because it increases operating pressures
Because it affects the charge weight
Because it affects energy efficiency
Because it affects the charging rate

19

Nehéz

What is the GWP value for R290?


675
3
A. 0.02
7

20

Nehéz

Which of the following is not a source of ignition?


Open mechanical pressure switch
An Ex-certified fan motor
Electrical switch
Light switch

21

Nehéz

What is R290?


Ethane
Propene
Butane
Propylene

22

Nehéz

According to EN 378, what is the maximum HC refrigerant charge for a display unit (hermetic system with an internal condenser) located in the ground-floor shopping area of a supermarket?


1.0 kg
1.5 kg
150 g
2.5 kg

23

Nehéz

Why can’t a standard relay be fitted when retrofitting a compressor’s electrical system for flammable refrigerants?


It could be a source of ignition
The method of starting the compressor motor differs from that used with HFCs
Current consumption differs for compressors using flammable refrigerants compared to those using HFCs
A relay is never required for compressors using flammable refrigerants

24

Nehéz

What is the minimum distance from the work area where HC refrigerants are used at which there must be no sources of ignition?


10 m
3 m
1 m
5 m

25

Nehéz

What is the safe charge for a recovery cylinder with R290 refrigerant, if it can be charged with 10 kg of R404A?


20 kg
17 kg
8 kg
3.6 kg

26

Nehéz

How can a vacuum pump be used safely to evacuate a system containing R290?


Position the vacuum pump 3 metres above floor level
Use an ATEX-certified vacuum pump in a well-ventilated area
There is no need to evacuate systems containing R290
Fit a long hose to the pump outlet to remove HC away from the system

27

Nehéz

In accordance with ADR regulations, what protective equipment must you have in your vehicle when transporting flammable refrigerants?


A fire extinguisher
Fire blanket
Thick gloves
Tinted safety goggles

28

Nehéz

How do you ensure it is safe to light the torch needed to desolder joints in a system that has been evacuated of flammable refrigerant?


Ensure the area is well ventilated and use a flammable gas detector to check the area
You must not desolder joints on a system containing a flammable refrigerant; they must be cut using a pipe cutter
Work outdoors
Purge the system with oxygen-free nitrogen

29

Nehéz

How would you remove the refrigerant from a system containing 100 g of R1270 so that it is ready for the joints to be desoldered?


Vent the R1270 to the outside and drain the system
Recover the R1270 until a vacuum is achieved
Vent the R1270 to the outside; charge the system with nitrogen until an overpressure is reached, vent and evacuate the system twice, charge the system with nitrogen a third time and vent
Recover the R1270 until a vacuum is achieved, then charge the system with nitrogen to a relative pressure of 0.1 bar g

30

Nehéz

Which of the following leak detection methods cannot be used to locate a leak of R290 refrigerant?


Fluorescent dye and a UV lamp
Electronic leak detector for flammable refrigerants
Electronic HFC leak detector
Leak detection foam

31

Nehéz

Why can’t recovery stations designed for HFCs be used with R600a?


It contains ignition sources
The oil in the recovery unit is not soluble in R600a
The recovery unit cannot withstand the working pressure of R600a
The low-pressure switch setting will not be suitable for R600a due to its lower operating pressure

32

Nehéz

According to EN 378, what is the maximum charge of R1234ze in a cold store measuring 5 m x 3 m x 2.5 m in height (the LFL for R1234ze is 0.303 kg/m³)?


227 kg
2.27 kg
618 kg
6.18 kg

33

Nehéz

What type of refrigerant is R32?


Hydrofluoroolefin
Carbon dioxide
Hydrofluorocarbon
Hydrocarbon

34

Nehéz

What hazards do A2L refrigerants pose?


High toxicity, high flammability
Low toxicity, high flammability
Low toxicity, moderate flammability
High toxicity, moderate flammability

35

Nehéz

What danger is associated with the combustion of HFO or HFC refrigerants?


Citric acid is produced
Phosgene is produced
Nitrous oxide is produced
Hydrogen fluoride is produced

36

Nehéz

What is the approximate displacement volume required for a compressor running on R600a compared to one running on R134a to achieve the same cooling capacity?


The same
Seven times
Twice
Half

37

Nehéz

What is the GWP value for R32?


0
7
3
675

38

Nehéz

Why is the accuracy of the charge weight more important for systems critically charged with R290 compared to those using HFCs


Due to lower operating pressures
Because R290 is only used in systems with a charge of less than 150g
Because these systems never have liquid receivers
The charge mass is significantly lower than in an HFC system, as the density is much lower

39

Nehéz

Why does the condenser fan run continuously in some systems using R1270?


To prevent the build-up of contaminants in the condenser
To ensure that the discharge pressure never becomes excessive
To dilute the refrigerant in the event of a leak
To reduce energy consumption

40

Nehéz

What must be included on the label of a cylinder containing a flammable refrigerant?


Information about the cylinder owner
Net weight only
Agent name only
The name of the refrigerant, the hazard symbol and basic safety information

41

Nehéz

Why does the absence of a ‘flammable agent’ label on the system pose a significant hazard?


It has no significant impact on safety
It reduces the system’s efficiency
It may lead to the incorrect selection of oil
It may lead to the use of tools that are a source of ignition

42

Nehéz

Which set of information on the label of a flammable agent cylinder is crucial from a safety perspective?


Name of the substance, hazard pictogram, UN number
Manufacturer’s name and country of origin
Cylinder colour and date of manufacture
Gross weight and batch number

43

Nehéz

What is the requirement regarding the labelling of an installation containing a flammable substance?


Labelling is not required for hermetically sealed systems
Colour-coding of pipes is sufficient
Labelling is required only in technical rooms
The labelling must indicate the type of substance and the flammability hazard

44

Nehéz

What are the potential consequences of using unsuitable connections in a system containing a flammable substance?


Merely a reduction in efficiency
Risk of leakage and the formation of an explosive mixture
Merely installation difficulties
No impact on safety

45

Nehéz

What is the purpose of installing gas detectors in a room with a refrigeration system?


Monitoring pipe pressure
Measuring the refrigerant temperature
Regulating compressor capacity
Early detection of refrigerant leaks and prevention of health risks

46

Nehéz

How often should gas detection sensors in the service room be checked?


Before each start-up of the unit
Only after a leak has occurred
Once every 5 years
In accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and applicable health and safety regulations

47

Nehéz

Where should a gas detector be positioned in accordance with EN 378?


Anywhere in the room
Near the control panel
On the ceiling if the gas is lighter or heavier than air; near the floor if it is lighter or heavier
Only at the entrance to the room

48

Nehéz

How should an employee respond when a gas alarm is triggered?


Switch off the system and wait for the alarm to stop
Leave the room immediately and notify their supervisor
Reduce the pressure in the system
Carry on working until they see a leak

49

Nehéz

What safety checks should be carried out when installing a new refrigeration system?


The presence of health and safety signage, adequate ventilation and gas detectors
Only the compressor power
The colour of pipes and hoses
Is the air filter new?

50

Nehéz

Gas detectors should be installed in rooms where:


The amount of refrigerant exceeds a specified permissible threshold
The room is less than 5 m²
Ventilation is natural
Any refrigerant is present, regardless of the quantity

51

Nehéz

What is the minimum number of emergency exits in a plant room (refrigeration plant room) and how should they be signposted?


Exits do not need to be signposted if the room is small
One exit with an information sign about the refrigerant
One exit, clearly marked in the direction of escape
At least two exits, but signage is optional

52

Nehéz

Which measure, when installing a system using a flammable refrigerant, improves its energy efficiency?


No leak test
Thorough leak testing and vacuuming
Increasing the refrigerant charge
Restriction of ventilation

53

Nehéz

How do leaks affect systems using flammable refrigerants?


Have no effect
They cause refrigerant loss, reduced efficiency and a fire hazard
They improve efficiency
They lower the temperature

54

Nehéz

Why is it important to limit the amount of refrigerant in HC systems?


It has no effect
It reduces the risk of explosion and improves the system’s operational safety
It increases efficiency
It lowers the temperature

55

Nehéz

Why is the cleanliness of heat exchangers in HC systems important?


It doesn’t matter
It improves heat transfer and reduces energy consumption
It increases the pressure
Causes leaks

56

Nehéz

What maintenance measures improve the efficiency of a system using a flammable refrigerant?


Increasing the refrigerant charge
Regular checks for leaks and operating parameters
Disabling safety devices
Lack of servicing

57

Nehéz

How does the correct selection of components affect a system using a flammable refrigerant?


It ensures safe and optimal operation and minimises energy losses
It increases the amount of refrigerant
It lowers the temperature
It doesn’t matter

58

Nehéz

Why is it important to use the correct service tools in HC systems?


Causes leaks
It increases energy consumption
It doesn’t matter
It ensures operational safety and reduces refrigerant losses

59

Nehéz

How does pipe insulation affect the efficiency of systems containing HC?


It reduces energy losses and improves efficiency
It increases the pressure
Causes leaks
It doesn’t matter

60

Nehéz

What hazards are associated with a Class A3 safety agent?


Lower toxicity, does not propagate flames
Slightly flammable, lower toxicity
High flammability, lower toxicity
High toxicity, does not propagate flames

61

Nehéz

18 What is the GWP of R32 (according to AR4)?


3945
675
0
6

62

Nehéz

What factors are taken into account when determining the maximum charge for comfort air-conditioning/heating applications?


Practical limit, height of the indoor unit, floor area
Practical limit, room volume
Lower flammability limit, room volume
Lower flammability limit, height of the indoor unit, floor area

63

Nehéz

What compressor displacement is required for R1270, relative to R404A compressors for the medium-temperature range (cold store)?


600%
150%
Similar
50%