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Large Forced-Air mechanical unit which conditions 100% outside air.
A forced -air system used for both heating and cooling, which moves heat from the surrounding air either into, or out of, a building depending on the need. It does not generate additional heat (no combustion) but requires a moderate climate to be efficient.
In a forced air system, a pressurized chamber that contains gas (typically just air) at a positive pressure which is used instead of ductwork to distribute air throughout a space is known as:
The process of moving air within a space to prevent air from becoming stagnant.
Calculates cooling and heating capacity over a certain time.
A type of fire suppression system where the pipes are filled with pressurized air (or nitrogen) instead of the suppression medium.
What piece of equipment heats up water for plumbing use (meaning water for human use/consumption)?
A vertical (typically) piping system within a building (usually a stairwell) used to connect fire hoses to for additional support in suppressing a fire
Match the following fire suppression mediums with the typical Fire Class (A, B, C, or D).1. Water2. Foam3. Gases4. Dry Chemicals
A rating given to material or assemblies to resist its ability to catch and spread fire.
Fire Pumps must be backed up on emergency power.
What plumbing fixture is meant for washing hands only?
An apparatus used to connect fire hoses to on the outside of the building so that the fire department can pump additional water into the building for fire suppression.
In locations (or buildings) that might not require a new automatic suppression system, what might be a potential cost benefit of installing one anyway?
What could happen if your plumbing vent piping was not sized large enough?
Which type of pump is the MOST commonly used?
Building Use and Occupancy have nothing to do with the type of Fire Protection System
Use hard 90o turns, can be used to throttle flow, typically in water or gas supply lines
Which of the following is NOT one of the 4 main plumbing systems?
Why would a homeowner use a septic system instead of tying their drainage back into the municipality main lines?