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Regulations practice questions

31 questions from the epa 609 (vehicle a/c) practice test.

Regulations practice test

10 questions, graded as you go, with the reason for every answer. No sign-up.

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A quick-lube shop adds refrigerant to customers' A/C systems at no extra charge as part of a paid service package. Does the person doing this need Section 609 certification?

  1. No, because the customer is not charged for the refrigerant
  2. Yes, because the work is part of a service the customer pays for
  3. No, because adding refrigerant is not considered service
  4. Yes, but only if more than one full pound of refrigerant is added
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B. Yes, because the work is part of a service the customer pays for

Service 'for consideration' includes work bundled into a paid visit, even if the top-off itself is listed as free. Adding refrigerant is servicing the system, and there is no minimum quantity.

Reference: 40 CFR 82.32 (service for consideration); 82.34

A car owner recharges the A/C on their own car at home. Which statement is correct under federal rules?

  1. No certification is needed, but venting is still illegal
  2. Certification is needed because any refrigerant work requires it
  3. No certification is needed, and venting small amounts is allowed
  4. Certification is needed only if the car uses R-1234yf
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A. No certification is needed, but venting is still illegal

Section 609 certification applies to service for payment, so a do-it-yourselfer is not covered. The venting prohibition, however, applies to everyone.

Reference: 40 CFR 82.34; Clean Air Act Section 608(c)

How often must a Section 609 certification be renewed?

  1. Every 2 years
  2. Every 5 years
  3. Whenever a new refrigerant is introduced
  4. Never; it does not expire
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D. Never; it does not expire

Section 609 certification is good for life. Updated training on newer refrigerants such as R-1234yf is strongly recommended but is not a federal renewal requirement.

Reference: 40 CFR 82.40

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