1

Közepes

Why is ammonia (NH₃) considered a toxic refrigerant?


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

2

Nehéz

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


A dry evaporator has a lower operating pressure than a flooded one
A dry evaporator is filled with refrigerant liquid, whilst a flooded evaporator is filled with gas
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

3

Nehéz

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
Negative pressure (vacuum), below 0 bar
Atmospheric pressure, approximately 1 bar
A pressure varying between 10 and 20 bar

4

Nehéz

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

5

Nehéz

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


Charging must only take place at temperatures below 0°C
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

6

Nehéz

How should oil be handled in systems using R717?


The oil does not require any monitoring
Oil can be mixed with any refrigerant
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

7

Nehéz

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


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

8

Nehéz

How should R717 (NH₃) be stored?


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

9

Nehéz

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
Release into the atmosphere
Continue to use without restriction

10

Nehéz

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

11

Nehéz

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


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

12

Nehéz

What role do scrubbers play in NH₃ systems?


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

13

Nehéz

How should the system be prepared before filling with R717?


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

14

Nehéz

What are the transport requirements for R717?


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

15

Nehéz

What personal protective equipment is required when working with NH₃?


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

16

Nehéz

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
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
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 low-pressure side as a layer beneath the R717

17

Nehéz

Which system may require manual oil recovery?


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

18

Nehéz

Which refrigerant is lighter than air?


R1270
R717
R1234ze
R744

19

Nehéz

R717 is highly corrosive to


aluminium
titanium
copper
stainless steel

20

Nehéz

What is the effect of repeatedly opening the relief valve?


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

21

Nehéz

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

22

Nehéz

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


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

23

Nehéz

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


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

24

Nehéz

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


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

25

Nehéz

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


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

26

Nehéz

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


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

27

Nehéz

When is two-stage compression used in NH₃ systems?


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

28

Nehéz

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


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

29

Nehéz

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
Operates without a fan
It does not require a water supply

30

Nehéz

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


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

31

Nehéz

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

32

Nehéz

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


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

33

Nehéz

What is a thermosiphon in NH₃ systems?


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

34

Nehéz

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


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

35

Nehéz

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


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

36

Nehéz

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


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

37

Nehéz

What is the characteristic feature of a flooded evaporator system?


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

38

Nehéz

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, 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, no compressor is used