HVAC EPA 608 Refrigerant Certification

Question 1

Which refrigerant is classified as a Class I ozone-depleting substance under EPA Section 608?

Accepted Answer

R-22

Answer

R-22 (HCFC-22) is a Class I ozone-depleting substance regulated under EPA Section 608. R-410A and R-32 are HFCs with zero ozone depletion potential.

Question 2

Under EPA Section 608, technicians who violate refrigerant venting prohibitions can be fined up to how much per day per violation?

Accepted Answer

$44,539

Answer

EPA Section 608 civil penalties are adjusted for inflation and currently reach up to $44,539 per day per violation for intentional venting of refrigerants.

Question 3

What is the minimum recovery efficiency required for systems containing more than 200 pounds of refrigerant when using a system-dependent (passive) recovery device?

Accepted Answer

System-dependent devices cannot be used on systems over 200 lbs

Answer

System-dependent (passive) recovery equipment cannot be used on appliances normally containing more than 15 pounds of refrigerant. Systems over 200 lbs require self-contained recovery equipment.

Question 4

Which type of EPA 608 certification is required to service small appliances containing five pounds or less of refrigerant?

Accepted Answer

Type I

Answer

Type I certification covers small appliances that are fully manufactured, charged, and hermetically sealed in a factory with five pounds or less of refrigerant, such as household refrigerators and window AC units.

Question 5

What does the term 'de minimis' release mean in the context of EPA Section 608?

Accepted Answer

Small releases that are not subject to the prohibition on venting

Answer

De minimis releases are small releases of refrigerant that result from good-faith attempts to recover refrigerant and are not subject to the venting prohibition under Section 608.

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HVAC EPA 608 Refrigerant Certification