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Stredne ťažká

Why is ammonia (NH₃) considered a toxic refrigerant?


It is colourless and odourless, so it is difficult to detect
It is flammable and can form explosive mixtures with air
It does not react with water, which makes it difficult to neutralise
It is highly irritating to the respiratory tract and toxic if inhaled

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Ťažká

What is the main difference between a dry evaporator and a flooded evaporator?


A dry evaporator is filled with refrigerant liquid, whilst a flooded evaporator is filled with gas
A dry evaporator has a lower operating pressure than a flooded one
A dry evaporator does not require an expansion valve, whereas a flooded one does
A dry evaporator allows the entire refrigerant to evaporate in the pipe upstream of the compressor; in a flooded evaporator, part of the refrigerant remains in a liquid state within the evaporator

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Ťažká

What is the typical pressure in deep-freezing systems (below −40 °C) for an evaporator in a system using R717?


Positive pressure, in the range of 5–10 bar
Atmospheric pressure, approximately 1 bar
Negative pressure (vacuum), below 0 bar
A pressure varying between 10 and 20 bar

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Ťažká

Why are PFAS substances formed as a result of the decomposition of certain F-gases problematic?


They cause rapid cooling of the atmosphere
They are climate-neutral
They are persistent, accumulate in the environment and may be toxic
They are readily biodegradable, so they only pollute the environment for a short time

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Ťažká

What is the basic requirement when charging a system with R717 (NH₃)?


NH₃ can be charged together with air
Charging can be carried out without personal protective equipment
Charging should take place in a well-ventilated area using appropriate personal protective equipment
Charging must only take place at temperatures below 0°C

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Ťažká

How should oil be handled in systems using R717?


Oil has no effect on the system’s operation
The oil should be checked regularly and any excess removed from the lower parts of the units to prevent reduced heat transfer and leaks
Oil can be mixed with any refrigerant
The oil does not require any monitoring

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Ťažká

What is the correct procedure for recovering R717 from a system?


The gas can be released into the atmosphere
The refrigerant can be drained into the sewer system
The refrigerant must be recovered into suitable, leak-proof tanks designed for NH₃
Recovery is not required

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Ťažká

How should R717 (NH₃) be stored?


In sealed, labelled containers, in a cool and well-ventilated place
Near heat sources
In unmarked plastic containers
In any open containers

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Ťažká

What should be done in the event of R717 contamination?


The refrigerant must be purified or sent for disposal in accordance with regulations
Add water to dilute it
Continue to use without restriction
Release into the atmosphere

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Ťažká

What is the main hazard associated with an R717 leak during maintenance work?


No risk whatsoever
Toxic to humans and may cause chemical burns
Damage to electrical equipment only
Increased cooling efficiency

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Ťažká

What action should be taken if an NH₃ leak is detected?


Increase the pressure in the system
Ignore it and carry on working
Evacuate personnel immediately and remove the source of the leak, if it is safe to do so
Close your eyes and carry on working

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Ťažká

What role do scrubbers play in NH₃ systems?


They are used to measure temperature
They store the refrigerant
They increase the pressure in the system
Neutralises ammonia through absorption in a liquid (e.g. water)

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Ťažká

How should the system be prepared before filling with R717?


Simply start it up
There is no need to check it
The pressure must be increased above the standard level
Check for leaks, remove air and moisture, and create a vacuum

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Ťažká

What are the transport requirements for R717?


It can be transported in open containers
Transport is not subject to regulations
It can be transported without labelling
Must be transported in suitable, labelled containers in accordance with ADR regulations

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Ťažká

What personal protective equipment is required when working with NH₃?


Only a safety helmet
Safety goggles, gloves and respiratory protective equipment
Workwear only
No requirements

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Ťažká

Which statement best describes the behaviour of R717 and mineral compressor oil?


R717 mixes very well with compressor oil and easily returns to the compressor
In an R717 system, a return oil line cannot be used because the oil is too hot
R717 does not mix with compressor oil, so the oil remains in the system on the high-pressure side as a layer above the R717
R717 does not mix with compressor oil, so the oil remains in the system on the low-pressure side as a layer beneath the R717

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Ťažká

Which system may require manual oil recovery?


R744 cascade system
Supercritical ‘booster’ system using R744
Secondary system using R744
An R717 system

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Ťažká

Which refrigerant is lighter than air?


R1234ze
R744
R1270
R717

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Ťažká

R717 is highly corrosive to


stainless steel
copper
aluminium
titanium

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Ťažká

What is the effect of repeatedly opening the relief valve?


The valve remains fully open continuously
The relief pressure drops
The relief pressure rises
The valve will not open

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Ťažká

What is the relationship between the pressure (P) and temperature (T) of nitrogen at the start (1) and end (2) of the leak test?


P2 = T2/(P1 × T1)
P2 = T1/(P1 × T2)
P2 = (P1 × T1)/T2
P2 = (P1 × T2)/T1

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Ťažká

What is the recommended alarm level for fixed leak detection systems for R717?


500 ppm
50,000 ppm
5,000 ppm
500,000 ppm

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Ťažká

Why are compressors with a separate electric motor most commonly used in R717 (NH₃) refrigeration systems?


Because NH₃ reacts with the motor windings and hermetic compressors are not used
To increase the amount of refrigerant in the system
Because compressors with a separate motor are cheaper
To reduce the condensing pressure

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Ťažká

Which type of compressor is most commonly used in large ammonia systems?


Diaphragm compressor
A reciprocating or screw compressor
Hermetic scroll
Rotary vane compressor

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Ťažká

How is the capacity of a piston compressor regulated in NH₃ systems?


Solely by adjusting the oil volume
By reducing the refrigerant charge
By unloading the cylinders or changing the rotational speed
By increasing the condensing pressure

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Ťažká

How is the capacity of a screw compressor most commonly controlled?


By using a slide valve
By closing the suction valve
By changing the type of oil
By adjusting the oil level

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Ťažká

When is two-stage compression used in NH₃ systems?


Exclusively in small systems
At small temperature differences
At very low vapour pressures and high pressure differentials
Only with water-cooled condensers

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Ťažká

What is the advantage of two-stage compression over single-stage compression?


Higher efficiency and lower discharge temperature
Lower efficiency
No need for a separator
Higher energy consumption

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Ťažká

How does an evaporative condenser used in NH₃ systems work?


It does not require a water supply
It utilises the evaporation of water to increase cooling efficiency
It transfers heat only to the air
Operates without a fan

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Ťažká

What is the function of the liquid separator in an NH₃ system?


It separates oil from the refrigerant
Regulates the condensing pressure
Increases the discharge temperature
It prevents liquid from entering the compressor

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Ťažká

What is the purpose of monitoring the liquid level in the separator?


To reduce the condensing temperature
To control the condenser fan
To increase the oil volume
To maintain the correct refrigerant level and prevent the compressor from flooding

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Ťažká

What is the role of the float switch in NH₃ systems?


It is used to detect leaks
It regulates the condensation temperature
It monitors the liquid level in the tank or separator
It controls the fan’s operation

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Ťažká

What is a thermosiphon in NH₃ systems?


A type of evaporator
A type of safety valve
An oil circulation system utilising differences in pressure and temperature
A defrosting device

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Ťažká

Why are oils that are immiscible with the refrigerant used in NH₃ systems?


Because the oil mixes only with water
To increase the amount of refrigerant
To reduce the pressure
Because NH₃ does not mix with most compressor oils

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Ťažká

What is the main function of an oil separator in NH₃ systems?


To lower the condensation temperature
Removing moisture from the system
To increase fan efficiency
To separate the oil from the refrigerant and return the oil to the compressor

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Ťažká

Which NH₃ system features direct evaporation of the refrigerant in the evaporator?


Thermosiphon system
Indirect system
Glycol system
Direct expansion (DX) system

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Ťažká

What is the characteristic feature of a flooded evaporator system?


The evaporator is filled exclusively with vapour
No separator is used
The evaporator contains a large amount of liquid, which improves heat transfer
No level control is required

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Ťažká

What is the main difference between a direct and an indirect system?


In an indirect system, NH₃ cools an intermediate medium (e.g. glycol), which in turn cools the load
In a direct system, there is no evaporator
In an indirect system, NH₃ flows directly into the space being cooled
In an indirect system, no compressor is used