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HFC | Flammable | CO₂ | NH₃
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1

Nehéz

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


A high-visibility vest
Latex gloves
Ear defenders
A flammable gas detector

2

Nehéz

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


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

3

Nehéz

What is the minimum (recommended) distance from a work area with HC refrigerants within which there must be no sources of ignition?


0.5 m
1 m
2 m
3 m

4

Nehéz

What is the maximum safe R32 fill of a recovery cylinder approved for flammable gas that holds 20 kg of R410A (the liquid density of R32 is about 8-10% lower)?


9 kg
33 kg
18 kg
20 kg

5

Nehéz

What is the maximum charge of an A3 refrigerant for a hermetic display cabinet with an integral condenser located in the ground-floor sales area of a supermarket?


1.0 kg
2.5 kg
0,494 kg
10 kg

6

Nehéz

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


Such systems need not be evacuated before charging
Ignition-source-free pump, good ventilation, exhaust to a safe place
Position the pump at least 3 m above floor level
Place the pump directly on the floor, as low as possible

7

Nehéz

What safety measure must you carry in your vehicle when transporting flammable refrigerant cylinders?


A fire blanket
Thick gloves
Tinted safety goggles
A fire extinguisher

8

Nehéz

How would you prepare a 10 kg R32 water chiller located outdoors for debrazing its joints?


Recover the R32 to a vacuum and start desoldering immediately
Vent the R32 outdoors and purge the system
Recover the R32 to a vacuum, then fill the system with nitrogen to a slight positive pressure (approx. 0.1 bar g)
Vent the R32 outdoors, then fill and vent the system with nitrogen three times

9

Nehéz

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


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

10

Nehéz

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


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

11

Nehéz

Which of the following is a source of ignition?


A sealed NTC temperature sensor
An 'n'-type (non-sparking) thermostat
An Ex-certified fan motor
A contactor (sparking contacts)

12

Nehéz

What particularly hazardous substance is formed when R32 burns?


Sulphur dioxide (SO₂)
Hydrogen chloride (HCl)
Hydrogen fluoride (HF)
Phosgene

13

Nehéz

What type of refrigerant is R1234ze(E)?


HC (hydrocarbon)
HFO (hydrofluoroolefin)
CFC (chlorofluorocarbon)
HCFC (hydrochlorofluorocarbon)

14

Nehéz

What hazards does a safety group A3 refrigerant pose?


Lower toxicity, higher flammability
Higher toxicity, moderate flammability
Lower toxicity, moderate flammability
Higher toxicity, higher flammability

15

Nehéz

According to EN 378, what is the maximum R290 charge in a cold room measuring 5 m × 3 m × 2.5 m (LFL of R290 = 0.038 kg/m³, access category a, location class I, no additional measures))?


1.5 kg
0.285 kg
4.93 kg
1.0 kg

16

Nehéz

What is the approximate ratio of the volumetric cooling capacity of R32 to that of R410A (same compressor and conditions)?


approx. 1.05–1.1
approx. 0.6
approx. 1.3
approx. 0.75

17

Nehéz

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


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

18

Nehéz

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


Because HCs must be charged much more slowly than HFCs
Because HCs operate at much higher pressures
An HC charge in kg is roughly half that of an HFC
Because it determines the system's energy efficiency

19

Nehéz

What is the GWP of R290 according to Annex VI to Regulation (EU) 2024/573?


7
0.02
675
150

20

Nehéz

Which of the following is NOT a source of ignition?


A light switch
An electrical switch
An unsealed mechanical pressure switch
An Ex-certified fan motor

21

Nehéz

What is R290?


Butane
Propene (Propylene)
Propane
Isobutane

22

Nehéz

What is the maximum A2L charge for a hermetic display cabinet with integral condenser in the ground-floor sales area of a supermarket?


2.5 kg
150 g
1.5 kg
1.2 kg

23

Nehéz

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


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

24

Nehéz

What is the minimum (recommended) distance from a work area with HC refrigerants within which there must be no ignition sources?


5 m
1 m
10 m
3 m

25

Nehéz

A recovery cylinder holds 10 kg of R404A (filling ratio 0.82 kg/l). What is the maximum R290 charge for this cylinder (propane filling ratio 0.43 kg/l per ADR P200)?


20 kg
approx. 8 kg
approx. 17 kg
approx. 5.2 kg

26

Nehéz

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


R290 systems need not be evacuated before charging
Place the pump directly on the floor, as low as possible
Ignition-source-free pump, good ventilation, exhaust to a safe place
Position the pump at least 3 m above floor level

27

Nehéz

Under ADR, what equipment must you carry in your vehicle when transporting flammable refrigerant cylinders (under the 1.1.3.6 exemption)?


Thick gloves
A fire blanket
Tinted safety goggles
A fire extinguisher (at least 2 kg dry powder)

28

Nehéz

How do you make sure it is safe to light the torch for desoldering joints in a system from which a flammable refrigerant has been removed?


Such joints must never be desoldered; they must be cut with a pipe cutter
Ensure good ventilation and check the work area with a flammable gas detector
Working outdoors is sufficient
Purge the system with compressed air

29

Nehéz

How would you prepare a system containing 100 g of R1270 for debrazing, if local regulations allow controlled venting of small HC quantities?


Vent the R1270 to a safe outdoor location, then purge with OFN three times (pressurise and vent), and braze with OFN flowing
Vent the R1270 into the room and open a window
Recover the R1270 to a vacuum and start brazing immediately without a nitrogen purge
Vent the R1270 outdoors and start brazing immediately

30

Nehéz

Which method should NOT be used to locate an R290 leak?


Leak detection foam
An electronic leak detector designed for HFCs
Fluorescent dye and UV lamp (if approved by the manufacturer)
An electronic detector for flammable refrigerants

31

Nehéz

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


The oil in the recovery unit is not soluble in R600a
The recovery unit cannot withstand the working pressure of R600a
They contain ignition sources
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 R1234ze(E) charge in a cold room measuring 5 m × 3 m × 2.5 m (LFL = 0.303 kg/m³, access category a, location class I, no additional measures)?


618 kg
227 kg
6.18 kg
2.27 kg

33

Nehéz

What type of refrigerant is R32?


Hydrofluorocarbon
Carbon dioxide
Hydrocarbon
Hydrofluoroolefin

34

Nehéz

What hazards do A2L refrigerants pose?


Lower toxicity, lower flammability (burning velocity ≤ 10 cm/s)
Higher toxicity, lower flammability
Higher toxicity, higher flammability
Lower toxicity, higher flammability

35

Nehéz

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


Hydrogen fluoride (HF) is formed
Nitrous oxide is formed
Ozone is formed
Phosgene is formed

36

Nehéz

Approximately what compressor displacement is required for R600a compared with R134a for the same cooling capacity?


About half
About seven times as large
About twice as large
The same

37

Nehéz

What is the GWP value for R32 according to Regulation (EU) 2024/573?


7
675
0
3

38

Nehéz

Why is charge accuracy more important in critically charged R290 systems than in HFC systems?


Because of lower operating pressures
The charge mass is much smaller than in an HFC system, because the liquid density of R290 is much lower
Because R290 is only used in systems below 150 g
Because such systems never have liquid receivers

39

Nehéz

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


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

40

Nehéz

What must the label of a flammable refrigerant cylinder include?


The refrigerant name, the UN number, the hazard label (e.g. 2.1 – flammable gas) and basic safety information
Only the refrigerant name
Information about the cylinder owner
Only the net weight

41

Nehéz

Why is the absence of a 'flammable refrigerant' label on equipment a serious hazard?


It may lead to the wrong oil being selected
It reduces system efficiency
It may lead to the use of tools that are ignition sources
It has no significant effect on safety

42

Nehéz

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


Name of the substance, hazard label (ADR) / GHS pictogram (CLP), UN number
Cylinder colour and date of manufacture
Manufacturer’s name and country of origin
Gross weight and batch number

43

Nehéz

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


Monitoring pipe pressure
Measuring refrigerant temperature
Controlling compressor capacity
Early leak detection and triggering of measures preventing health risks and explosive atmospheres (alarm, ventilation, shut-off)

44

Nehéz

How often should gas detection sensors in a machinery room be checked?


Before every start-up of the unit
Once every 5 years
According to the manufacturer's instructions and regulations – at least every 12 months
Only after a leak has occurred

45

Nehéz

Where should a gas detector be located according to EN 378?


Where the refrigerant would accumulate: low (near the floor) for refrigerants heavier than air, high (near the ceiling) for lighter ones such as NH₃
Anywhere in the room
Near the control panel
Only at the room entrance

46

Nehéz

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


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

47

Nehéz

What are the requirements for emergency exits from a refrigeration machinery room?


One exit with a sign stating the refrigerant type is sufficient
Outward-opening doors and signed escape routes (number of exits per the standard)
In small machinery rooms emergency exits need not be signed
At least two exits are required and signage is optional

48

Nehéz

Which installation measure for a flammable-refrigerant system improves its energy efficiency?


Charging above the nameplate quantity
Restricting room ventilation
Omitting the filter-drier
A thorough tightness test and evacuation (dehydration) of the system

49

Nehéz

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


It doesn't matter
It lowers the temperature
It limits the possibility of reaching a flammable concentration (≥ LFL) in a leak, increasing safety
It increases capacity

50

Nehéz

What hazards are associated with a safety group A3 refrigerant?


Lower flammability, lower toxicity
Higher flammability, lower toxicity
Higher toxicity, no flame propagation
Lower toxicity, no flame propagation

51

Nehéz

What is the GWP of R32 (per AR4, as used in Regulation (EU) 2024/573)?


675
6
0
3922

52

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

53

Nehéz

What compressor displacement is required for R1270 compared with an R404A compressor in the medium-temperature range (cold room)?


About half
About 6 times larger
About 1.5 times larger
Similar

54

Nehéz

What is the maximum R290 charge per circuit of a commercial refrigerating appliance (e.g. a cabinet) according to EN IEC 60335-2-89:2022?


1.2 kg
150 g
13 × LFL ≈ 494 g
1.5 kg

55

Nehéz

Calculate the maximum R32 charge (LFL = 0.307 kg/m³) for a wall-mounted air conditioner (h₀ = 1.8 m) in a 20 m² room using m_max = 2.5 × LFL^1.25 × h₀ × A^0.5.


approx. 13.8 kg
approx. 4.6 kg
approx. 0.46 kg
approx. 1.5 kg

56

Nehéz

What is the maximum quantity of R290 (class 2, group F) that may be carried per transport unit under the ADR 1.1.3.6 exemption?


20 kg
1000 kg
Unlimited
333 kg

57

Nehéz

What is the charge limit m₃ = 130 m³ × LFL for R290 (LFL = 0.038 kg/m³) according to IEC 60335-2-40?


approx. 0.15 kg
approx. 0.99 kg
approx. 13 kg
approx. 4.94 kg