Question 1
In a conventional vented hot water system in an Irish dwelling, what is the primary purpose of the cold water storage cistern in the attic?
Correct Answer:
To provide a stored supply and gravity head to outlets and the hot water cylinder
Question 2
An unvented hot water storage cylinder in Ireland must be fitted with which combination of safety devices in addition to the control thermostat?
Correct Answer:
A temperature relief valve and an expansion (pressure) relief valve
Question 3
What is the recommended maximum hot water delivery temperature at outlets used for bathing to reduce the risk of scalding under Irish building services guidance?
Correct Answer:
48C
Question 4
Stored hot water should be maintained at a minimum of 60C primarily to control which risk?
Correct Answer:
Legionella bacteria growth
Question 5
In an indirect hot water cylinder, why is the primary (heating) water kept separate from the secondary (stored hot) water?
Correct Answer:
To prevent the stored hot water being contaminated and to reduce scale and corrosion in the boiler circuit
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