214 ppt10 Component Replacement Quiz

Which of the following is a type of instruction to consider when replacing components?

• Verbal instructions from someone qualified

• Newspaper articles

• Television ads

• Blog posts

What should you use to avoid scratching the finish when replacing a washer in a chrome or gold tap?

• Metal pliers

• Soft-jaw pliers

• Screwdriver

• Hammer

A common sign that a washer in a tap or FOV is worn or broken is (a)  

• Increased water pressure
• Dripping from the outlet
• No water flow
• Loud noises

What is a common symptom of defective tap seating?

• Water pressure increase

• Dripping from outlet or overflow

• No water flow

• Loud noises

What tool can be used to fix a defective tap seating?

• Hammer

• Screwdriver

• Reseating tool

• Wrench

What is a precaution to take when trying to release jammed headgear?

• Use excessive force

• Take care not to round the nut

• Ignore the nut

• Use a hammer

What might you need to do if the jammed headgear cannot be released?

• Replace the whole unit

• Use a larger tool

• Apply more force

• Ignore the problem

Match the following tap issues with their causes.

• The tap leaks from the base.

• The tap is clogged with debris.

• The tap makes a loud noise when turned on.

• The water pressure is too high.

• The water flow is reduced.

• The tap is not properly installed.

• The tap drips from the body rather than the outlet.

• The packing gland washer is damaged.

What is a common cause of dripping from the head in taps?

• Faulty body washer

• Packing gland in rising spindle taps

• Incorrect water pressure

• Loose tap handle

What might need to be done if a tap is dripping from the head?

• Tighten the tap handle

• Re-pack or replace the packing glands or O rings

• Increase water pressure

• Replace the entire tap