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This document contains 125 comprehensive exam questions and verified answers for the CFESA Refrigeration Certification Test 2026. It thoroughly covers refrigeration cycle fundamentals including compressor function, evaporator TD, metering devices (capillary tubes, thermal expansion valves, automatic expansion valves), superheat and subcooling calculations, suction and head pressure diagnostics, and proper evacuation procedures (500 microns using a micron gauge). The material provides in-depth coverage of refrigerant conversions and applications (R404A, R134A, R408A, R409A, R401A/B), near-azeotropic charging procedures (liquid state), oil compatibility (Mineral, POE, Alkylbenzene), system retrofits from R502, and refrigerant performance characteristics. It also examines electrical components such as potential relays, current relays, start and run capacitors, defrost timers, fan delay thermostats, voltage balance in three-phase systems (2% maximum variance), compressor burnouts, discharge temperature limits (250°F), compression ratio principles, and oil contamination diagnosis. Additionally, the guide details advanced troubleshooting including liquid slugging, high discharge temperature carbonization, moisture contamination, restricted driers, suction line piping design, oil return traps, condenser airflow issues, fan blade specifications, grease contamination, water-cooled condenser operation, pump-down cycles, CPR valves, HACCP temperature standards (freezer 0°F, cooler below 40°F), and preventative maintenance best practices. This study guide is particularly suitable for: CFESA refrigeration certification candidates Commercial refrigeration technicians HVACR service professionals Restaurant equipment service technicians Maintenance technicians preparing for certification Trade school refrigeration students It is relevant for courses such as: Commercial Refrigeration Certification HVACR Service Technician Training Refrigeration System Diagnostics Advanced Refrigerant Handling Electrical Components in Refrigeration Food Equipment Service Technician Programs The structured question-and-answer format makes this resource ideal for certification preparation, field technician review, troubleshooting reinforcement, and mastery of commercial refrigeration service standards. Keywords: CFESA Refrigeration Test, Commercial Refrigeration Certification, R404A, R134A, R408A, R409A, R502 Retrofit, Thermal Expansion Valve, Capillary Tube System, Superheat Calculation, Subcooling Calculation, Micron Gauge, Compressor Diagnostics, Liquid Slugging, POE Oil, Mineral Oil, Potential Relay, Current Relay, Start Capacitor, Defrost Timer, Pump Down Cycle, HACCP Temperature Standards, Refrigeration Troubleshooting, Compression Ratio, Suction Line Piping

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CFESA Refrigeration
Certification Test 2026 Exam
Questions and Verified Answers
| Already Graded A+



1. The function of the compressor is : - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔B. to lower the

pressure in the evaporator so that the refrigerant temperature is lowered

below the temperature of the air in the box .

2 . Forced air evaporator coils are commonly used because : - 🧠 ANSWER

✔✔A. they absorb more heat in less time .

,3 . Evaporator A operates with a 5 ° TD and evaporator B operates with a

15⁰ TD . - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔D. Box A operates with higher humidity than box

B


4 Whenever you re soldering refrigerant lines : - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔D. B & C


5 . R404A must be charged into a system : - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔A. In a liquid

state

6 . If an evaporator fan motor needs to be replaced it must be replaced with

: - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔C. Any motor with the exact HP , speed , voltage ,

mounting and rotation

7 . The fan blade on an evaporator or condenser must be positioned in the

housing or shroud so that : - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔B. The blade is mounted mid

way into the evaporator housing opening or fan shroud opening on a

condenser .

8. Which of the following refrigerants is an interim choice for a replacement

for R - 12 in a system that had a leak in the condenser and lost all of its

refrigerant ? - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔C. R - 409A


9 . Which refrigerant is an interim refrigerant choice for a R502 system that

had a major leak in the evaporator - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔d . R408A

, 10 . When evacuating a refrigeration system what tool is needed to ensure

a good evacuation and to help inform you if there is any moisture or leaks

in the system : - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔B. Micron gauge


11 . Which refrigerant would you convert a walk in freezer to if replacing the

condensing unit on an R502 system : - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔B. R404A


12 . Which phrase best describes the proper use for a refrigerated box

using a cap tube system ? - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔A. Storage freezer


13 . Which is the best example of the definition of a storage box ? - 🧠

ANSWER ✔✔A. A freezer on which the door is opened 8 times a day


14 . In order to maintain proper temperature under the various loads , a

cooler or freezer located on a front prep line must be equipped with : - 🧠

ANSWER ✔✔C. A thermal expansion valve


15 . A cap tube is ineffective on most commercial refrigeration systems

because : - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔D. it cannot respond to the refrigerant needs

under heavy loads


16 . The sensor bulb on a TEV must be : - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔C. mounted

tight to a clean surface on the suction line close to the outlet of the coil



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