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Question 2
« on: February 11, 2009, 09:19:00 AM »
QUESTION 2
(a)   Name and describe TWO tests used to determine how well a natural draught flue 
is working.
 Name
 Description 
 
 
 
 Name
 Description 
 
 
 
 
(4 marks)
(b)   State FOUR factors to be considered in selecting the position for an open flue terminal.
 1
 2
 3
 4
 
(2 marks)
(c)   State TWO possible dangers if the heat exchanger of a domestic warm air heating unit has
a hole in it.
 1
 
 2
 
 
(2 marks)
Total 8 marks

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Re: Question 2
« Reply #1 on: August 29, 2009, 12:38:34 PM »
Question 2

(a)

(have also added procedure of testing)

Smoke Test

-Close all doors and windows in the room containing the flue.
-Introduce some heat into the flue (blow torch)
-Check that the flue is pulling, using a smoke match. If it is, proceed with a smoke pellet. (If it was not pulling and you used a smoke pellet the room would now be full of smoke.)
-Walk the route of the flue, checking for any signs of leakage (don't forget the roof space)

Spillage test

-Light the appliance, set to high and allow it to heat up
-Close all doors and windows in the room
-Apply the spillage test in accordance with the appliance manufacturers instructions
-If there is an y spillage, leave the appliance running for a further 10 minutes and repeat the test.
-If, after a further test, there are still doubts about the appliances ability to clear the combustion products, disconnect the appliance and seek further advice.

Generally a mirror can be used to find spillage around a flue, showing condensation. This can also be seen on windows or even doors.


(b)



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