6035 Drainage outcome 2 part 2

What is one reason that a trap seal can be lost?

• The water level is raised above the bend of the trap.

• The water level is lowered to below the bend of the trap.

• The trap is cleaned regularly.

• The trap is replaced with a new one.

What will happen if the trap seal is lost?

• Water will overflow from the trap.

• The property will be flooded.

• Noxious smell will enter the property.

• The trap will become clogged.

What needs to be done to stop the noxious smell from entering the property?

• The trap seal needs to be cleaned.

• The trap seal needs to be replaced.

• The trap seal needs to be reinstated.

• The trap seal needs to be removed.

What is a common reason for trap seal loss?

• The seal water is evaporating.

• The seal water is leaking out.

• The trap is too old.

• The trap is too small.

What could cause the seal water to leak out in a trap?

• The trap being too large.

• The rubber seals not being watertight.

• The trap being too new.

• The trap being too clean.

What is another possible reason for trap seal loss besides the rubber seals not being watertight?

• The plastic body of the trap being damaged.

• The trap being too old.

• The trap being too small.

• The trap being too clean.

What is a common reason for trap seal loss in warmer climates and holiday properties?

• Freezing

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Overflow

What happens to the water in the trap seal due to lack of use of the appliance?

• It freezes

• It condenses

• It evaporates

• It overflows

How do appliances rely on maintaining the trap seal water?

• By regular use

• By occasional use

• By not using at all

• By using only in winter

What is the average UK seal loss per week due to evaporation?

• 1.5mm

• 2.5mm

• 3.5mm

• 4.5mm