4 Type I Refrigerant Recovery Requirements Free Online FlashCards

What qualifies as a small appliance under Type I?

A small appliance is factory-made, factory-charged, hermetically sealed, and contains five pounds or less of refrigerant.

What does Type I certification cover?

Type I is the Section 608 certification category for technicians who service small appliances.

When must refrigerant be recovered from a small appliance?

Recover refrigerant before opening a small appliance for service or repair, and before disposing of it.

What recovery level applies to equipment manufactured before November 15, 1993?

With recovery equipment manufactured before November 15, 1993, recover 80% of the refrigerant.

What evacuation level is an alternative to percentage recovery?

As an alternative to the percentage recovery level, evacuate the appliance to 4 inches of mercury vacuum.

When may a technician depart from recovery equipment instructions?

Follow the recovery equipment manufacturer's instructions unless they conflict with EPA requirements.

When does small-appliance service work require Type I certification?

A person maintaining, servicing, or repairing a small appliance must hold Type I certification if the work could reasonably compromise its refrigerant circuit.

What supervision allows an uncertified apprentice to work?

An apprentice may work without certification only while closely and continually supervised by an appropriately certified technician.

Does a person who only disposes of small appliances need Section 608 certification?

A person who only disposes of small appliances does not need Section 608 technician certification, but must still ensure proper refrigerant recovery and safe disposal.

What is the final processor's refrigerant-recovery duty?

The final processor must recover any remaining refrigerant or verify that it was properly recovered before delivery.

What must a signed recovery statement identify?

A signed statement must identify the person who recovered the refrigerant and give the recovery date. If all refrigerant leaked out before delivery, the processor must obtain a signed statement saying so.

How long must a final processor keep recovery statements or contracts?

The final processor must notify suppliers of the recovery requirement and keep copies of signed statements or contracts on site for three years.