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

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Ťažká

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


A dry evaporator does not require an expansion valve, whereas a flooded one does
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 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?


Atmospheric pressure, approximately 1 bar
Negative pressure (vacuum), below 0 bar
Positive pressure, in the range of 5–10 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 are persistent, accumulate in the environment and may be toxic
They cause rapid cooling of the atmosphere
They are climate-neutral
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 must only take place at temperatures below 0°C
Charging should take place in a well-ventilated area using appropriate personal protective equipment
Charging can be carried out without personal protective equipment

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Ťažká

How should oil be handled in systems using R717?


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

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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
In unmarked plastic containers
In any open containers
Near heat sources

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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
Release into the atmosphere
Continue to use without restriction
Add water to dilute it

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Ťažká

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


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

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Ťažká

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


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

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Ťažká

What role do scrubbers play in NH₃ systems?


They store the refrigerant
They increase the pressure in the system
They are used to measure temperature
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?


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

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Ťažká

What are the transport requirements for R717?


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

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Ťažká

What personal protective equipment is required when working with NH₃?


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

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Ťažká

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


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 mixes very well with compressor oil and easily returns to the compressor
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
In an R717 system, a return oil line cannot be used because the oil is too hot

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Ťažká

Which system may require manual oil recovery?


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

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Ťažká

Which refrigerant is lighter than air?


R744
R717
R1234ze
R1270

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Ťažká

R717 is highly corrosive to


aluminium
titanium
stainless steel
copper

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Ťažká

What is the effect of repeatedly opening the relief valve?


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

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

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Ťažká

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


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

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Ťažká

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


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

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Ťažká

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


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

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Ťažká

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


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

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Ťažká

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


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

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Ťažká

When is two-stage compression used in NH₃ systems?


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

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Ťažká

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


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

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Ťažká

How does an evaporative condenser used in NH₃ systems work?


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

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Ťažká

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


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

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Ťažká

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


To control the condenser fan
To increase the oil volume
To reduce the condensing temperature
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 controls the fan’s operation
It is used to detect leaks
It regulates the condensation temperature
It monitors the liquid level in the tank or separator

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Ťažká

What is a thermosiphon in NH₃ systems?


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

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Ťažká

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


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

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Ťažká

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


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

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Ťažká

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


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

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Ťažká

What is the characteristic feature of a flooded evaporator system?


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

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Ťažká

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


In an indirect system, NH₃ flows directly into the space being cooled
In an indirect system, no compressor is used
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