A technician is certifying to work on R-22 and R-410A air conditioners, supermarket racks, and heat pumps. Which EPA technician type covers high-pressure and very-high-pressure appliances?
a.Type III
b.Type I
c.Type II
d.Section 609 only
Explanation
Type II certification covers high-pressure and very-high-pressure appliances, such as R-22 and R-410A systems, supermarket racks, and heat pumps. Type I covers small appliances and Type III covers low-pressure appliances. A Universal certification includes all three types.
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