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Stredne ťažká

Why is ammonia (NH₃) considered a toxic refrigerant?


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

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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 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
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

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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?


Negative pressure (vacuum), below 0 bar
Atmospheric pressure, approximately 1 bar
A pressure varying between 10 and 20 bar
Positive pressure, in the range of 5–10 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 persistent, accumulate in the environment and may be toxic
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)?


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

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

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Ťažká

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


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

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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?


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

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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
Increased cooling efficiency
Damage to electrical equipment only

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Ťažká

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

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Ťažká

What role do scrubbers play in NH₃ systems?


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

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Ťažká

How should the system be prepared before filling with R717?


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

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Ťažká

What are the transport requirements for R717?


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

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Ťažká

What personal protective equipment is required when working with NH₃?


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

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Ťažká

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


In an R717 system, a return oil line cannot be used because the oil is too hot
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
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?


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

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Ťažká

Which refrigerant is lighter than air?


R744
R1270
R717
R1234ze

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Ťažká

R717 is highly corrosive to


stainless steel
aluminium
titanium
copper

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Ťažká

What is the effect of repeatedly opening the relief valve?


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

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

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Ťažká

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


500,000 ppm
500 ppm
5,000 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 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

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

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Ťažká

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


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

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Ťažká

When is two-stage compression used in NH₃ systems?


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

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Ťažká

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


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

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Ťažká

How does an evaporative condenser used in NH₃ systems work?


It transfers heat only to the air
It does not require a water supply
It utilises the evaporation of water to increase cooling efficiency
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
It separates oil from the refrigerant
Regulates the condensing pressure
Increases the discharge temperature

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Ťažká

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


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

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Ťažká

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


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

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Ťažká

What is a thermosiphon in NH₃ systems?


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

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Ťažká

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


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

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Ťažká

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


To increase fan efficiency
Removing moisture from the system
To lower the condensation temperature
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?


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

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Ťažká

What is the characteristic feature of a flooded evaporator system?


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

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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 a direct system, there is no evaporator
In an indirect system, NH₃ cools an intermediate medium (e.g. glycol), which in turn cools the load