Plumbing Quiz

What is the primary purpose of a flue?

• To provide ventilation

• To remove waste gases

• To heat the room

• To supply fresh air

What details should you be able to give about a flue?

• The cost and maintenance schedule

• The components and terminal positions

• The color and design

• The installation time

What should you be able to explain by the end of the session?

• How to install a flue

• How to carry out a spillage and flue flow test

• How to clean a flue

• How to design a flue system

What is the primary purpose of a flue?

• To provide ventilation

• To safely and effectively remove the products of combustion

• To heat the building

• To supply fresh air

According to BS 5400 pt1: 2008, how is a flue described?

• A structure surrounding a chimney

• A passage for conveying combustion products to the outside air

• A fitting fitted to the chimney outlet

• A device for heating water

What is a chimney described as in the provided text?

• A passage for conveying combustion products to the outside air

• A fitting fitted to the chimney outlet

• A structure surrounding a flue or flues

• A device for heating water

What takes precedence whenever standards conflict regarding the design or installation requirements of a flue system?

• Local building codes

• Manufacturer’s instructions

• National safety guidelines

• Environmental regulations

Flue types are divided into how many basic categories?

• Two

• Three

• Four

• Five

Which category letter corresponds to a flueless type of appliance?

• A

• B

• C

• D

What type of appliance does category B represent?

• Flueless

• Open flued

• Room sealed

• Closed flued