Type I — Small AppliancesQuestion 99 of 240
A vending machine repair company sends technicians to recover refrigerant from beverage coolers in the field. These sealed factory-charged coolers hold about 2 pounds of R-134a. Under Section 608 they are treated as:
a.Low-pressure appliances requiring 25 mm Hg absolute
b.Small appliances (80%/90% or 4 in Hg)
c.Type II high-pressure appliances requiring 10 inches Hg vacuum
d.Motor vehicle air conditioners under Section 609
Explanation
Factory-sealed beverage vending machines and coolers holding five pounds or less of refrigerant are small appliances. Recovery must reach 80% (compressor off) or 90% (compressor on), or the alternative of 4 inches Hg vacuum. They are not Type II, Type III, or motor vehicle appliances.
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