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Module 4-01
Module 4-01
5. What type of burner is not equipped with a mechanical device for supplying combustion
air?
a) Forced-draft burner
b) Fan-assisted burner
c) Natural-draft burner
6. Match the maximum gas pressures (in psig) permitted inside the following buildings.
a) One- and two-family dwellings and row 20 psig (140 kPa)
housing:
b) Residential (other than one- and two- 5 psig (35 kPa) or 20 psig (140 kPa)
family dwellings and row housing):
c) Hotels and motels: 66 psig (450 kPa) for natural gas and
20 psig (140 kPa) for propane
d) Care or detention and assembly 5 psig (35 kPa) or 20 psig (140 kPa)
buildings:
e) Commercial buildings: 66 psig (450 kPa) for natural gas and
20 psig (140 kPa) for propane
f) Industrial buildings: 2 psi (14kPa)
7. Where can you determine the volume of gas to be used for sizing pipe systems to an
appliance?
a) The appliance rating plate or the appliance manufacturer
b) The back of the Codebook
c) In the Regulation
8. According to Table 6.1, what is the maximum allowable pressure drop when a natural gas
piping and tubing system supply pressure is less than 7 inches w.c.?
a) 1 inch w.c. (0.250 kPa)
b) There is no maximum allowable pressure drop
c) 0.5 inches w.c. (0.125 kPa)
c) No
10. Match the correct depth of cover required on an underground gas line for the following
installations?
12. When piping is extended from one building to another, where must the shut-off valves be
located?
a) At the point of exit of the first building and the point of entry of the second building
b) At the appliance
c) At the meter
13. What is the minimum clearance required for each side of a commercial clothes dryer and
the combustible material?
a) 12 inches (300 mm)
b) 18 inches (450 mm)
c) 48 inches (1200 mm)
d) 24 inches (610 mm)
14. Match the minimum clearance required for each side of a central furnace and the
combustible material?
16. Match the minimum clearance is required for each side of a swimming pool heater and the
combustible material?
17. How far from a property line must a natural gas cylinder be stored if the aggregate capacity
of the expanded gas exceeds 18 000 cubic feet (500 000 L)?
a) 100 ft (15 m)
b) 75 ft (11.25 m)
c) 50 ft (7.5 m)
18. May a vehicle that is being refuelled with natural gas have its engine running?
a) Yes, provided it is 25 feet from a building
b) No
21. In which tables of the Propane Storage and Handling Code can the maximum filling density
of a propane tank be found?
a) Tables C2 and C3
b) Tables 7.3 and 7.4
c) Tables 7.1 and 7.2
22. May a building that has a propane vaporizer be permitted to have a drain to a sewer or a
sump pit?
a) Yes, provided it has a removable cap
b) No
23. Propane-burning appliances installed in a mobile home must comply with which standard?
a) CSA Z240.4.1-09 (R2014)
b) CSA B149.2
c) CSA B149.3
24. What are the installer’s responsibilities towards the user before he or she leaves an
installation?
a) Shall instruct the user in the safe and correct operation of all appliances or equipment
installed
b) Shall advise the user the instructions have been left with the appliance
c) Shall instruct the user to read the manufacturers literature while the installation is
being completed
25. What Standard must meter and service regulator installations be in accordance with?
a) CSA Z662
b) CSA B149.2
c) CSA B149.1
d) CSA B149.3
26. Suppose an appliance requires a clearance of 24 inches. By how much can the clearance
above the appliance be reduced if the surrounding surface is covered with 28 gauge sheet
metal, spaced out 1 inch?
a) 9 inches
b) 6 inches
c) 12 inches
d) 3 inches
27. Suppose an appliance requires a clearance of 24 inches. By how much can the clearance at
the sides and rear of the appliance be reduced if the surrounding surface is covered with 28
gauge sheet metal, spaced out 1 inch?
a) 12 inches
b) 6 inches
c) 9 inches
d) 3 inches
30. Who is responsible for inspecting and determining whether a used appliance is suitable for
continued use?
a) The installer
b) The homeowner
c) The manufacturer
d) The fuel supplier
31. If there is a conflict between the manufacturer’s certified installation instructions and the
Codebook, which requirements are to be followed?
a) The Code
b) The manufacturer’s instructions
c) Either requirement can be followed
32. What are the minimum dimensions of an access opening to a space containing a gas
appliance?
a) 24 × 30 in (610 × 760 mm)
b) 18 x 18 in (450 x 450 mm)
c) 30 x 30 in (760 x 760 mm)
d) 24 x 24 in (610 x 610 mm)
33. What is the minimum distance an appliance burner may be located from the floor of a repair
garage?
a) 4.5 ft (1400 mm)
b) 18 inches (450 mm)
c) 36 inches (900 mm)
d) 24 inches (610 mm)
36. What are the controls necessary for two or more appliances with self-energizing pilots?
a) Each installed separately with separate thermostats
b) Installed with one thermostat to control all of the appliances
37. Suppose an appliance rating plate specifies a minimum clearance of 36 inches. What
clearance can be used if the surrounding area is covered with 1/4 inch insulating millboard,
spaced at 1 inch?
a) Above: 6 inches (150 mm), sides and rear: 18 inches (450 mm)
b) Above: 9 inches (225 mm), sides and rear: 9 inches (225 mm)
c) Above: 6 inches (150 mm), sides and rear: 12 inches (300 mm)