The Heating and Cooling Inspection: AHIT Questions With 100% Correct Answers.

When inspecting the heating equipment, the inspector is not required to _________. A. operate the system using normal operating controls B. open readily openable access panels provided by the manufacturer C. observe automatic safety controls D. operate heating systems when conditions may cause equipment damage - Answer-D. operate heating systems when conditions may cause equipment damage What should an inspector do if they find a cracked heat exchanger? A. turn off the furnace immediately B. sell the customer a new furnace C. tell the customer it will probably last 5 more years D. report it as a major repair - Answer-D. report it as a major repair Which of the following is NOT part of the heating inspection? A. humidifiers B. combustion product and disposal system C. heating equipment D. old steam boilers - Answer-A. humidifiers When should the home inspector have the customer stand back for safety's sake? A. when the safety switch is tested B. when the furnace or boiler is fired C. when the venting is inspected D. when the thermostat is manipulated - Answer-B. when the furnace or boiler is firedIf a heating system appears to be improperly vented after the home inspector fires it, the inspector should ____________. A. repair the venting issue and proceed B. investigate the cause of improper venting C. turn off the system promptly D. ask the owner to inspect the venting - Answer-C. turn off the system promptly Why should a furnace not be operated? A. too much aluminum foil present to properly inspect it B. improper venting C. rusted ductwork D. a masonry chimney - Answer-B. improper venting