EPA 608 609 609 2

Question 1

The EPA Section 609 certification specifically applies to technicians servicing which type of equipment?

Accepted Answer

Motor vehicle air conditioning (MVAC) systems

Answer

Section 609 certification covers technicians who repair or service motor vehicle air conditioning systems.

Question 2

Which refrigerant was the original standard in MVAC systems before being phased out due to ozone depletion?

Accepted Answer

R-12 (CFC-12)

Answer

R-12 was the original MVAC refrigerant and was phased out because CFCs deplete the ozone layer.

Question 3

When recovering refrigerant from an MVAC system, the equipment used must meet which SAE standard?

Accepted Answer

SAE J2210 or J1991 for the appropriate refrigerant

Answer

MVAC recovery equipment must meet the applicable SAE standards such as J2210 for R-134a.

Question 4

What is the primary environmental concern that led to regulating CFC refrigerants under Section 609?

Accepted Answer

Depletion of the stratospheric ozone layer

Answer

CFCs release chlorine that destroys stratospheric ozone, which is why they are regulated.

Question 5

Under Section 609, who is required to be certified?

Accepted Answer

Any person who repairs or services MVAC systems for consideration

Answer

Anyone servicing MVAC for payment must hold Section 609 certification.

EPA 608 609 Practice Test