RVTI LEVEL 1 CERTIFICATION EXAM QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT ANSWERS
Propane, as extracted,
Is odorless and colorless
The device used on a propane tank to reduce pressure is called a
Regulator
The boiling point for propane is
-44F (-42C)
A property of propane is that, when heated, it
Expands
When an element or compound changes from the liquid phase to a vapor, it is called
Vaporization
When working with propane systems, the most important factor to consider is
Safety
,Propane is flammable, can explode with pressure, and is able to
Freeze skin
It is important to wear gloves when using propane because it can
Freeze the skin
When working with propane, it is important to wear
Appropriate gloves
To close a service valve on a propane tank, it is best to tighten the valve with
A hand
In a shop environment, always wear
Safety glasses
When transporting or storing containers, always use
A POL plug or dust cap
Which service valve is mandatory in the RV industry?
,Type I OPD
What is now required to be part of ASME tanks but was not required prior to 1983?
OPD
The maximum allowable working pressure on an ASME tank can be found on the
Data plate
The most common securing methods for cylinders include
Adjustable straps and T-bars
Purging is necessary for
New and contaminated containers
For purging, you must increase pressure by 15 psi and is the total number of purgings
required.
5
The tare weight of a cylinder is 19 pounds. The propane capacity is 20 pounds. To how many
pounds should the cylinder be filled and to what level?
, 39 pounds; 80% level
The relief valve will function if the pressure of the compressed air plus the pressure of the
propane meets or exceeds the relief valve setting of
375 psi
What can occur if a horizontal cylinder is not stored in its proper position?
Liquid propane can enter the vapor system
Which of the following is NOT an appurtenance?
Mounting bracket
Black or green connector knobs on Type 1 OPD service valves indicate
Flow rating
ASME tanks are usually bolted to
The frame
On double cylinder assemblies, make sure
AND CORRECT ANSWERS
Propane, as extracted,
Is odorless and colorless
The device used on a propane tank to reduce pressure is called a
Regulator
The boiling point for propane is
-44F (-42C)
A property of propane is that, when heated, it
Expands
When an element or compound changes from the liquid phase to a vapor, it is called
Vaporization
When working with propane systems, the most important factor to consider is
Safety
,Propane is flammable, can explode with pressure, and is able to
Freeze skin
It is important to wear gloves when using propane because it can
Freeze the skin
When working with propane, it is important to wear
Appropriate gloves
To close a service valve on a propane tank, it is best to tighten the valve with
A hand
In a shop environment, always wear
Safety glasses
When transporting or storing containers, always use
A POL plug or dust cap
Which service valve is mandatory in the RV industry?
,Type I OPD
What is now required to be part of ASME tanks but was not required prior to 1983?
OPD
The maximum allowable working pressure on an ASME tank can be found on the
Data plate
The most common securing methods for cylinders include
Adjustable straps and T-bars
Purging is necessary for
New and contaminated containers
For purging, you must increase pressure by 15 psi and is the total number of purgings
required.
5
The tare weight of a cylinder is 19 pounds. The propane capacity is 20 pounds. To how many
pounds should the cylinder be filled and to what level?
, 39 pounds; 80% level
The relief valve will function if the pressure of the compressed air plus the pressure of the
propane meets or exceeds the relief valve setting of
375 psi
What can occur if a horizontal cylinder is not stored in its proper position?
Liquid propane can enter the vapor system
Which of the following is NOT an appurtenance?
Mounting bracket
Black or green connector knobs on Type 1 OPD service valves indicate
Flow rating
ASME tanks are usually bolted to
The frame
On double cylinder assemblies, make sure
