Storage Cisterns

The recommended location for outlet connections from a cistern is

• on the side of the cistern

• on the bottom of the cistern

• where appropriate for your pipework

• there are no restrictions

The correct type of valve to be used on the inlet pipework to a cistern is

• stop valve

• servicing valve

• gate valve

• drain valve

the correct type of valve to be used on outlet pipework from a cistern is

• stop valve

• gate valve

• servicing valve

• drain valve

the term full way relates to which type of valve

• stop valve

• servicing valve

• gate valve

• drain valve

the minimum space required above a cistern for maintenance is a measurement of

• 250mm

• 350mm

• 450mm

• 500mm

Which of the following pipes should be connected to a cold water storage cistern by means of a filtered connection

• warning pipe

• cold feed pipe

• vent pipe

• distribution pipe

The water level should be what minimum distance below overflow level?

• 20mm

• 25mm

• 35mm

• 50mm

Typical capacity of a cistern in a house is

• 80L

• 100L

• 130L

• 150L

What should not be used to seal connections to a plastic storgae cistern

• nylon washers

• rubber washers

• oil based compounds

• PTFE

The type of float operated valve fitted to a storage cistern is

• BS 1212 part 1

• BS 1212 part 2

• BS 1212 part 3

• BS 12 12 part 4