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4 Type III: Low-Pressure Appliances Free Online FlashCards

Study 4 Type III: Low-Pressure Appliances with 12 free online flashcards. Review key terms, definitions, and concepts with this interactive flashcard deck.

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01
Front

What can a leak in a low-pressure chiller evaporator draw into the system?

Back

Because the evaporator may be below atmospheric pressure, a leak can draw air and moisture into the system.

02
Front

What does a chiller purge unit remove?

Back

A purge unit removes air and other noncondensable gases from a low-pressure system.

03
Front

What happens in a chiller evaporator?

Back

In the evaporator, low-pressure liquid refrigerant absorbs heat from circulating water and boils into vapor, chilling the water.

04
Front

What methods are preferred for pressurizing a low-pressure chiller for leak testing?

Back

Controlled hot water or a built-in heating/pressurization device is preferred for leak testing a low-pressure chiller.

05
Front

What gas and safeguards should be used when nitrogen is used for pressurization?

Back

Use dry nitrogen with a pressure regulator and relief protection; never use oxygen or compressed air.

06
Front

In what order should refrigerant be recovered when practical?

Back

Recover liquid refrigerant first when practical, then recover the remaining vapor to speed recovery.

07
Front

How can tube water be protected from freezing during chiller evacuation?

Back

During chiller evacuation, circulate or remove water from the tubes as appropriate to prevent freezing as refrigerant pressure and temperature fall.

08
Front

What precautions apply before removing oil from a low-pressure appliance?

Back

Heat the oil to about 130°F before removal. The appliance or isolated section must be at no more than 5 psig, unless the oil is drained into a receiver brought to that pressure.

09
Front

What is the standard evacuation target for a low-pressure appliance?

Back

The standard Section 608 evacuation target for a low-pressure appliance is 25 mm Hg absolute.

10
Front

What can a pressure rise after reaching the recovery endpoint indicate?

Back

A pressure rise can mean refrigerant is still boiling from liquid or oil; continue recovery as needed.

11
Front

Which refrigerant phase should be introduced first when recharging a centrifugal chiller?

Back

Introduce vapor before liquid to reduce the risk of freezing water in the tubes.

12
Front

What is the maximum fill level for a refrigerant recovery cylinder?

Back

Never fill a refrigerant recovery cylinder above 80% capacity.