EPA 608 Practice Test Type 1

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If you’re preparing for certification to service small appliances, this EPA 608 practice test Type 1 is the right place to begin. You’ll answer 35 required questions covering safety procedures, environmental rules, recovery techniques, and regulatory knowledge. This section gives you a focused way to test your skills and review important topics before moving forward to more advanced systems.

35 Questions

1. What must be done before charging a system that has been opened for servicing?

 
 
 
 

2. Which type of recovery device is commonly used for small appliances?

 
 
 
 

3. Which of the following is NOT considered a small appliance?

 
 
 
 

4. What is the EPA-required final vacuum level when evacuating a small appliance using recovery equipment manufactured after November 15, 1993?

 
 
 
 

5. What is the refrigerant charge limit for equipment to qualify as a small appliance?

 
 
 
 

6. Why must refrigerant be weighed during charging?

 
 
 
 

7. What is the purpose of performing a standing pressure test after a repair?

 
 
 
 

8. How can a technician confirm that liquid refrigerant has been fully recovered from a small appliance?

 
 
 
 

9. Before using a system-dependent recovery device, what must be checked?

 
 
 
 

10. What happens if a technician attempts to evacuate a system with a large leak?

 
 
 
 

11. Technicians must NOT use system-dependent recovery equipment when:

 
 
 
 

12. What must a technician do if unable to achieve the required vacuum level due to a system leak?

 
 
 
 

13. Which gas is approved for pressurizing a small appliance to check for leaks?

 
 
 
 

14. Why should technicians wait a few minutes after reaching the required vacuum before opening the system?

 
 
 
 

15. What must always be used when pressurizing a system with nitrogen?

 
 
 
 

16. Which type of container must be used when storing recovered refrigerant from small appliances?

 
 
 
 

17. Why does the EPA define small appliances separately from other systems?

 
 
 
 

18. According to the EPA, small appliances must be:

 
 
 
 

19. Why is evacuation important before recharging a system with refrigerant

 
 
 
 

20. What tool is used to verify that a system has been properly evacuated?

 
 
 
 

21. What is the primary purpose of using a recovery device when servicing small appliances?

 
 
 
 

22. All the following are examples of small appliances EXCEPT:

 
 
 
 

23. What step should follow immediately after a system is fully recharged?

 
 
 
 

24. Which of the following qualifies as a small appliance under EPA Section 608?

 
 
 
 

25. What is the most common method for detecting leaks in a small appliance system?

 
 
 
 

26. A system-dependent recovery unit:

 
 
 
 

27. If a technician is using recovery equipment manufactured before November 15, 1993, what is the minimum evacuation requirement for small appliances?

 
 
 
 

28. Why is using compressed air to pressurize a refrigeration system considered unsafe?

 
 
 
 

29. What component stores recovered refrigerant during the service process?

 
 
 
 

30. What documentation is recommended after completing refrigerant recovery and recharging?

 
 
 
 

31. When using recovery equipment on a small appliance, the technician must ensure:

 
 
 
 

32. When checking for leaks after a repair, how long should the system maintain pressure to confirm integrity?

 
 
 
 

33. Which EPA regulation applies to the design of recovery equipment used with small appliances?

 
 
 
 

34. When recharging a small appliance, where should refrigerant be introduced if system pressure is below atmospheric?

 
 
 
 

35. What is the preferred method of adding refrigerant to a small appliance system under deep vacuum?

 
 
 
 


Completing the EPA 608 practice test Type 1 gives you a solid review of small appliance guidelines and technician responsibilities. With 35 questions covering EPA rules and safe service practices, this section is a vital step toward your full certification. Take note of the explanations provided so you can learn from any mistakes. Once you’re confident here, continue to the Type 2 practice test to expand your knowledge to high- and very high-pressure systems.

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