Hello everybody, I am working towards my C&G 6129 Basic Plumbing Studies Level 2. I am currently on my central heating system exam; please could everybody have ago to aswer these questions and just put down question 1 B etc... Thank you
1 In a two pipe system the
a) flow and return pipework are separated
b) flow and return pipework are mixed
c) return water is at the same temperature as the flow water
d) return water temperature is higher than the flow water.
2 Which of the following systems does the statement apply to?
‘The temperature of the last radiator on the circuit will be cooler than the first radiator.’
a) Two pipe system.
b) One pipe system.
c) Two pipe reverse return system.
d) Microbore system.
3 The
[FONT=Arial,Bold][FONT=Arial,Bold]minimum [/FONT][/FONT][FONT=Arial,Bold][FONT=Arial,Bold][/FONT][/FONT]pipe size for the primary flow and return pipework from an independent solid fuel
boiler, to a hot water storage cylinder, is
a) 15 mm
b) 22 mm
c) 28 mm
d) 35 mm.
4 What is the normal size of an open vent pipe to a fully pumped heating system, in a domestic
property?
a) 10 mm.
b) 15 mm.
c) 22 mm.
d) 28 mm.
5 The connection of an open vent pipe and a cold feed pipe, can be made to a fully pumped
system using
a) an automatic air vent
b) an injector tee
c) an air separator
d) a diverter valve.
6 A zone valve in a pumped heating circuit is designed to
a) isolate the circuit when the desired temperature is reached
b) permit the system to be heated to temperatures above 100°C
c) stop the pump vibrating on its fixing mountings
d) prevent water from the flow and return pipes mixing.
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7 The main purpose of the vent pipe installed on a heating circuit is to
a) fill the system with water
b) provide hot water to the feed and expansion cistern
c) introduce air into the system
d) protect the system in the event of over-heating.
Figure 1
8 Refer to Figure 1. Which one of the following components is indicated by the British Standard
symbol shown?
a) Air Inlet Valve.
b) Draining Valve.
c) Double Check Valve Assembly.
d) Pressure Relief Valve.
Figure 2
9 Refer to Figure 2. Which one of the following components is indicated by the British Standard
symbol shown?
a) Drain off valve.
b) Air Inlet Valve.
c) Servicing Valve.
d) Pressure Relief Valve.
10 With reference to hot water heating, an injector tee would be used where
a) a return pipe from a gravity fed cylinder and a return pipe from a pumped heating circuit are
combined
b) a common cold feed separates to feed the hot water storage cylinder and the heating
pipework
c) a flow pipe from a cylinder and a flow pipe from a heating circuit are combined
d) the secondary open vent pipe and the primary open vent pipe are combined.
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11 A mid position diverter valve
a) provides priority circulation to the hot water circuit
b) provides priority circulation to the heating circuit
c) feeds both the hot water and heating circuits simultaneously
d) is used to discharge water from the system if it overheats.
12 When fitting thermostatic radiator valves, a general principle to follow is that
a) all radiators should be fitted with thermostatic radiator valves
b) at least one radiator should be fitted without a thermostatic radiator valve
c) only radiators on a dwelling’s first floor should be fitted with thermostatic radiator valves
d) only radiators on a dwelling’s ground floor should be fitted with thermostatic radiator valves.
13 Which one of the following can be fitted with a remote sensor?
a) Diverter valve.
b) Solenoid valve.
c) Motorised valve.
d) Thermostatic radiator valve.
14 An anti-gravity valve would be fitted in a
a) pipeline where air was being drawn into a system
b) vent pipe on a fully vented system
c) cold feed pipe to stop water backing up
d) pipeline in which unwanted circulation was occurring.
15 Which one of the following components would be strapped to a hot water storage cylinder?
a) Programmer.
b) Motorised valve.
c) Automatic air release.
d) Thermostat.
16 In an indirect system of heating and hot water, which includes a cold water storage cistern and
a feed and expansion cistern
a) the water level in the feed and expansion cistern should be below that of the cold water
storage cistern
b) the two cisterns bases should be at equal level
c) the water level in the feed and expansion cistern should be above that of the cold water
storage cistern
d) the water levels in the two cisterns should be equal.
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17 In a combined hot water and central heating system, including a feed and expansion cistern
with gravity primaries and pumped heating circuits, the
a) warning pipe to the F & E cistern may be connected to that of the cold water storage cistern
b) water level in the F & E cistern must be adjusted to 100 mm below the float valve whatever the
final level
c) water level in the feed and expansion cistern should be set to allow sufficient room for thermal
expansion
d) open vent pipe for the primary circuit may be connected into the secondary circuit.
18 The
[FONT=Arial,Bold][FONT=Arial,Bold]minimum [/FONT][/FONT][FONT=Arial,Bold][FONT=Arial,Bold][/FONT][/FONT]size of primary cold feed pipe for a hot water heating system is
a) 15 mm
b) 22 mm
c) 28 mm
d) 32 mm.
19 Before filling a central heating system for the first time, it is advisable to
a) remove all radiators and replace each with a piece of temporary piping
b) turn the pump on to assist with the filling process
c) ensure that all radiator valves are left in the closed position
d) remove the pump (accelerator) and replace with a piece of temporary piping.
20 Which one of the following assists in the removal of flux from heating systems pipework?
a) Hot flushing a system as part of the commissioning process.
b) Adding soap solution to the system after testing.
c) Setting the working system temperature above 60ºC.
d) Installing all pipes with a fall away from the drain valves.
21 Combination boilers are designed to
a) provide domestic hot water and hot water heating
b) work with two different fuels at the same time
c) provide hot water from a storage cylinder and hot water heating
d) provide hot water heating only, through any type of heat emitter.
22 Which of the following is regarded as best practice when branching a large new radiator circuit
into an existing heating circuit in cold weather?
a) Drain the system down as the first action.
b) Branch into the pipework before fitting the radiators.
c) Install the new radiators and pipework runs before branching in.
d) Install the radiators, branch into the pipework and install the new pipework.
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23 When fully draining down a heating system
a) all the air vents should be closed
b) the open vent pipe should be capped
c) the air vents should be opened
d) the radiator valves should be closed.
24 A dwelling installed with steel panel radiators controlled by thermostatic valves is being
decorated. The radiators will be removed one at a time as the heating is to be kept on during
the work. Which one of the following precautions should be taken before removing the
radiators?
a) Remove the head on the thermostatic radiator valve and secure the pressure pin with a
retaining cap.
b) Set the thermostatic radiator valve to the lowest setting.
c) Set the thermostatic radiator valve to its highest setting.
d) Open the air release on the radiator, remove the thermostatic valve and block its inlet port
temporarily.
25 Which one of the following heating components may have a replaceable gland packing?
a) Zone valve.
b) Automatic air release.
c) Thermostatic radiator valve.
d) Central heating pump.
26 A pump on a central heating system has been renewed on a number of occasions. Which one
of the following could be causing the fault?
a) The system cylinder thermostat operating at low temperature.
b) Air in the radiators.
c) No system by pass when fitted with thermostatic radiator valves.
d) Damaged cylinder coil.
27 Which one of the following could be fitted in the pipeline to prevent unwanted circulation in
heating system pipework?
a) An anti-gravity valve.
b) A diverter valve.
c) A double check-valve.
d) A three way valve.