F-Gas English Low GWP

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1

Ľahká

What is the base unit of mass in the International System of Units (SI)?


t
lb (pound)
N
kg

2

Ľahká

The refrigerant absorbs heat when…


…it evaporates
…it freezes
…it is subcooled
…it condenses

3

Ľahká

What does the GWP indicator mean?


The annual rise in mean air temperature caused by the emission of 1 kg of the gas
The ability of a substance to restore the ozone layer
Ozone depletion potential
Global Warming Potential: the climate warming impact of 1 kg of a gas compared with 1 kg of CO₂ (GWP = 1) over a defined time horizon, usually 100 years

4

Ľahká

What is the main function of a safety valve?


It monitors the moisture content of the refrigerant
It controls the oil level in the compressor
Discharges refrigerant when the set pressure is exceeded
Prevents the evaporator from freezing

5

Ľahká

What is the unit of pressure in the International System of Units (SI)?


Pa (pascal)
atm (standard atmosphere)
bar (gauge)
psi (pound per square inch)

6

Ľahká

How do system leaks affect compressor energy efficiency?


Refrigerant loss reduces capacity and increases energy use (longer run times, higher superheat)
They affect only safety, not energy use
They improve efficiency because condensing pressure drops
No effect as long as the system still cools

7

Ľahká

How does a dirty condenser affect the operation of the refrigeration system?


It improves efficiency
Causes an increase in pressure and energy consumption by the compressor
It has no effect
It lowers the condensing pressure

8

Ľahká

Why is adequate airflow through an air-cooled condenser important?


It affects only noise
It doesn't matter
The lower the airflow, the lower the condensing pressure
It ensures effective heat rejection and low condensing pressure

9

Ľahká

How does the presence of limescale in a water-cooled condenser affect performance?


It has no effect
It improves heat transfer
It lowers the condensation temperature
Impairs heat exchange and increases energy consumption

10

Ľahká

How do condenser leaks affect energy efficiency?


Causes refrigerant loss and a drop in efficiency
They improve efficiency
They lower the temperature
Have no effect

11

Ľahká

How important is the correct positioning of an air-cooled condenser?


It should be close to heat sources
It should be housed in a small room
It should be installed in a well-ventilated area with unobstructed airflow
It doesn’t matter

12

Ľahká

How does hot air recirculation affect the condenser?


It reduces the pressure
Impairs cooling and increases energy consumption
It has no effect
It improves efficiency

13

Ľahká

How does evaporator icing affect the system’s operation?


It improves cooling performance
It has no effect
It lowers the condensation temperature
Impairs heat exchange and increases energy consumption

14

Ľahká

How does dirt on the evaporator surface affect its performance?


It has no effect
It improves efficiency
It reduces the pressure
Impairs heat exchange and increases energy consumption

15

Ľahká

What maintenance task is crucial for the evaporator?


Regular cleaning and defrosting
Reduced airflow
Increasing the refrigerant charge
Lack of maintenance

16

Ľahká

How does superheat at the evaporator outlet affect efficiency?


It always improves performance
Excessive superheat reduces energy efficiency
It has no effect
It only causes a temperature drop

17

Ľahká

How do leaks in the evaporator affect efficiency?


These cause refrigerant loss and a drop in efficiency
Improves performance
Increase capacity
Have no effect

18

Ľahká

How important is correct expansion valve adjustment?


It increases energy consumption
Causes leaks
It doesn’t matter
Ensures optimal evaporator charge and improves efficiency

19

Ľahká

How does inadequate insulation of suction (or secondary-coolant) pipes affect evaporator performance?


It has no effect
It lowers the condensing temperature
It improves efficiency
It causes cooling losses and increased energy use

20

Ľahká

How does correct TEV adjustment affect system energy efficiency?


It ensures optimal superheat and improves efficiency
It causes leaks
It has no effect
It increases energy use

21

Ľahká

What happens if the superheat set by the TEV is too high?


The refrigerant charge will increase
It has no effect
Efficiency will drop because the evaporator is not being fully utilised
Cooling efficiency will improve

22

Ľahká

How do contaminants in the system affect the operation of the TEV?


They improve its performance
They can cause it to become blocked and reduce efficiency
They lower the temperature
Have no effect

23

Ľahká

What role does the filter-drier play in terms of system efficiency?


It lowers the temperature
It increases the amount of refrigerant
Removes moisture and contaminants, improving the system’s efficiency
It doesn’t matter

24

Ľahká

How does proper insulation of components (e.g. pipes near the TEV) affect the system?


It increases energy consumption
It causes leaks
It doesn’t matter
Prevents unwanted heat gains and improves efficiency

25

Ľahká

How important is it to check the operation of the condensing pressure control valve in the system?


Ensures operation within the optimum pressure range and reduces energy losses
It causes a significant rise in temperature
It increases energy consumption
It has no effect

26

Ľahká

How does the correct selection of a TEV affect energy efficiency?


Ensures the system is matched to its capacity and operates optimally
It lowers the temperature
It doesn’t matter
It increases the amount of refrigerant

27

Ľahká

What is the base unit of temperature according to the International System of Units (Système International d’Unités)?


K
°C
°F
°R

28

Ľahká

What is the superheat of refrigerant vapour?


The difference between the condensing temperature and the ambient temperature
The difference between the saturation temperature and the actual liquid temperature in the liquid line
The amount of heat required to evaporate a liquid
The difference between the actual vapour temperature and the saturation temperature corresponding to its pressure (expressed in K)

29

Ľahká

What is the compression ratio of a compressor?


The ratio of absolute discharge pressure to absolute suction pressure (pc/po)
The amount of refrigerant compressed per cycle relative to heat capacity
The ratio of suction pressure to discharge pressure (po/pc)
The ratio of discharge pressure to the effective capacity of the compressor (p/Vk)

30

Ľahká

What is the theoretical displacement (swept volume flow) of a compressor?


The volume of a single cylinder in cm³
The volume of refrigerant flowing in one piston cycle under actual operating conditions
A value expressed by the coefficient of performance (COP)
The volume of vapour drawn in per unit of time, determined by the compressor's geometry and speed (stated by the manufacturer, e.g. in m³/h)

31

Ľahká

What is the clearance (dead) volume of a reciprocating compressor?


The volume between the valve plate and the piston crown at top dead centre
The volume between the valve plate and the piston at bottom dead centre
The space between the underside of the piston and the crankcase cover
The space between the side of the piston and the cylinder