How does the tubing cutter cut?

What will be an ideal response?


As the cutter is rotated around the pipe, the cutting tool does not remove metal but simply forces an ever-deepening groove into the pipe or tube surface until it has been cut through.

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While having a discussion, Technician A says to be careful when working or inspecting under the hood. If the READY light is on, the engine can start at any time. Technician B says that only pushing the START button will start the engine. Who is correct?

A. A only B. B only C. Both A and B D. Neither A nor B

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All of the following are important to ascertain while gathering information concerning a collision loss EXCEPT:

A. The color of the other vehicles involved in the accident. B. What temporary repairs were made to the vehicle following the loss. C. The mileage that the vehicle had at its last inspection. D. The owner’s perception of what might not be working properly since the accident occurred.

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Give the three principal types of dimensional constraints.

What will be an ideal response?

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Based on the textbook, how should you charge an R12 walk-in refrigerator with TEV when retrofitting to R401A with an ambient of 80°?

a. Charge until the head pressure reaches 136 psig and it has about 10° subcooling. b. Charge until the head pressure reaches 167 psig and it has about 10° subcooling. c. Weigh the R12 as it is being removed, then weigh in 80% by weight of R401A. d. Charge until no more bubbles appear in the sight glass.

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