EPA Small Appliances Flashcards
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Which of the following are included in EPA's definition of a small appliance? (Select all that apply)

  • Can be repaired with basic tools
  • Not designed for commercial use
  • Products fully manufactured, charged and hermetically sealed in a factory (correct)
  • Requires external refrigerant charging

    • What is an approved substitute refrigerant for new household refrigerators, freezers, and combination refrigeration/freezers?

    R-600A

    Hydrocarbons are approved for retrofit into existing household refrigerators.

    False

    What percentage of the refrigerant must recovery devices recover when the compressor is operating?

    <p>90%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who must certify recovery equipment used for small appliances that use CFCs, HCFCs, and HFCs?

    <p>An EPA certified laboratory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What standard must equipment used to recover refrigerants from small appliances meet?

    <p>Recover 80% of the refrigerant with an inoperative compressor and 90% with an operative compressor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The sale of CFC, HCFC, and HFO refrigerants is restricted to which type of technicians?

    <p>Technicians who are EPA certified in refrigerant recovery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It is mandatory to repair a leak in a small appliance when servicing it.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What describes low loss fittings on refrigerant recovery devices?

    <p>They can be either manually closed or automatically closed when disconnected.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which refrigerant is very high pressure and generally does NOT need to be recovered?

    <p>R-744</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a technician do if the refrigerant in a recovery cylinder is suspected to be contaminated?

    <p>Turn the refrigerant in for reclamation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a reclamation facility receives a tank of mixed refrigerant, what may they do?

    <p>Refuse to accept the refrigerant or charge extra for processing it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The system dependent (passive) recovery process can be performed on a system with a non-operating compressor.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to the fitting when installing access fittings onto a sealed system?

    <p>The fitting should be leak tested</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A standard vacuum pump designed specifically for evacuation can be used as a recovery device.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many access valves are needed to recover the refrigerant on a sealed system with an operating compressor that has a completely restricted capillary tube?

    <p>Only one access valve, on the high side of the system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be done to speed up the recovery process from a frost-free refrigerator?

    <p>Turn on the defrost heater to increase the refrigerant's temperature and vaporize any liquid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required when attaching a gauge set to check system pressures?

    <p>Have manual or self-sealing valves to minimize any release of refrigerant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be done to the refrigerant vented off the top when filling a charging cylinder?

    <p>The refrigerant must be recovered if it is a CFC, HCFC, or HFC</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should technicians watch for signs of contamination in the oil during refrigerant recovery?

    <p>The system will have to be flushed if contaminants are present</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should low and high access valves be installed when recovering refrigerant from a household refrigerator?

    <p>To improve speed of recovery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following are recommended safe work practices when recovering refrigerants? (Select all that apply)

    <p>Wear safety eyewear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When using nitrogen in repairing a sealed refrigeration system, what should the nitrogen tank always be equipped with?

    <p>Regulator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A very large refrigerant leak can cause suffocation because refrigerants are lighter than air.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can CFC and HCFC refrigerants decompose into at high temperatures?

    <p>Hydrochloric and hydrofluoric acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Permanent safety markings are required on the exterior of household refrigerators using HC refrigerants.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is typically used on small appliances for adding or removing refrigerant?

    <p>A service aperture is not present because small appliances are exempt from this requirement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of appliances can technicians charge and open after passing the Type 1 examination?

    <p>Appliances containing 5 pounds or less of refrigerant that have been hermetically sealed and charged at factory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do EPA section 608 rules require from technicians in terms of HCFCs and HFCs recovery from small appliance sealed systems?

    <p>Capture of 80% using either a passive or an active recovery process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An MVAC-like system that holds three pounds of R-12 meets the criteria for Type 1 appliance certification.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When recovering refrigerant into a non-pressurized container, what is necessary when the compressor is inoperative?

    <p>Chase refrigerant from the oil with pressurized dry nitrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When R-410A is recovered from an appliance, what should it be recovered into?

    <p>A recovery vessel that is clearly marked</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It is essential to help release trapped refrigerant from the compressor oil during recovery when using self-contained recovery devices.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition requires accessing both high and low sides of the system for refrigerant recovery?

    <p>When the compressor does not run</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of the nameplate charge must technicians recover from a CFC, HCFC, or HFC system with an operating compressor?

    <p>80%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate pressure of a storage cylinder of recovered R-134a stored at room temperature (80F)?

    <p>87 psig</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What gases can CFC and HCFC refrigerants decompose into at high temperatures?

    <p>Phosgene gas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Permanent safety markings are required on the exterior of household refrigerators using HC refrigerants.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about propane cylinders is true?

    <p>Propane cylinders for grilling contain impurities that can damage refrigeration equipment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of refrigerant is the most harmful to stratospheric ozone?

    <p>CFCs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hydrocarbons are approved for retrofit into existing household refrigerators.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of certification is required for persons recovering CFCs, HCFCs, or HFCs during maintenance of small appliances?

    <p>Type 1 technician or universal technician</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For which refrigeration systems is it permissible to use a passive recovery device for recovery of HFCs, CFCs, and HCFCs?

    <p>A domestic refrigerator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Persons working on small appliances are exempt from having at least one self-contained recovery machine available.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    New household refrigerators may be factory charged with any refrigerant except for which one?

    <p>R-404A</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate pressure of a storage cylinder of recovered R-404A stored at room temperature (80F)?

    <p>174 psig</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition can cause excessive pressure on the high side of a self-contained recovery device?

    <p>When there is a large volume of non-condensable gas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what pressure must the recovery procedure begin if the system is at?

    <p>0 psig</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which recovery equipment maintenance practice should be performed regularly?

    <p>Check recovery device for refrigerant leaks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    EPA and Small Appliances

    • A small appliance is defined by the EPA as a product fully manufactured, charged, and hermetically sealed in a factory.
    • Equipment used for refrigerant recovery must adhere to strict efficiency standards, such as recovering 90% of refrigerant during operation or achieving a 4-inch vacuum as per AHRI 740.

    Approved Refrigerants

    • R-600A is an approved substitute refrigerant for new household refrigerators, while hydrocarbons are not approved for retrofit into existing appliances.
    • CFCs, HCFCs, and HFOs can only be sold to EPA-certified technicians for service or installation of refrigeration and air conditioning equipment.

    Recovery Devices

    • Recovery devices must recover at least 80% of the refrigerant with an inoperative compressor and 90% with an operative compressor.
    • Permanent safety markings on household refrigerators using HC refrigerants are not required on the exterior.

    Leak Management

    • It's recommended to repair leaks found during servicing small appliances, though not mandatory.
    • Contaminated refrigerant in a recovery cylinder should be turned in for reclamation.

    Safety and Best Practices

    • Safety practices include wearing eyewear and butyl-lined gloves when handling refrigerant hoses.
    • While using nitrogen for repairs, tanks should always be equipped with a regulator.

    Refrigerants and Environmental Impact

    • CFCs are the most harmful to stratospheric ozone and can decompose into hydrochloric and hydrofluoric acids at high temperatures.
    • Large refrigerant leaks can displace oxygen and cause suffocation due to being heavier than air.

    Certification Requirements

    • Technicians must obtain Type 1 or universal certification to recover CFCs, HCFCs, or HFCs while servicing small appliances.
    • Only one access valve is necessary for recovery from sealed systems, especially those with restricted capillary tubes.

    Recovery Techniques

    • System-dependent recovery can only occur when the compressor operates.
    • Recovering R-410A requires using a clearly marked recovery vessel to prevent mixing.

    Maintenance and Equipment Care

    • Regular maintenance of recovery equipment includes checking for refrigerant leaks.
    • Accessing both high and low sides of a system is necessary when the compressor is not running.

    Miscellaneous

    • Refrigerant vented while filling a charging cylinder must be recovered if it is a CFC, HCFC, or HFC.
    • Use of refuge or recovery devices is mandated to improve recovery speed and efficiency.

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