unit 109 powerpoint 3

One of the tasks required when joining copper pipes is:

• soldering the joints

• painting the pipes

• insulating the pipes

• bending the pipes

The direction of pipework can be changed when working with copper pipes by using:

• Elbows and bends

• Straight connectors

• Pipe clamps

• Pipe sleeves

What is a necessary step to add a connection in copper pipework?

• Soldering the joint

• Painting the pipe

• Insulating the pipe

• Bending the pipe

What must be done to connect copper pipes to an outlet?

• Use a soldering iron to join the pipes

• Apply adhesive to secure the pipes

• Use a wrench to tighten the pipes

• Connect the pipes with a plastic fitting

What is one type of fitting used in plumbing for joining copper pipes?

• Welding

• Solder

• Gluing

• Nailing

Which of the following is a common fitting type for copper pipes?

• A) Push-fit

• B) Snap-fit

• C) Clip-on

• D) Bolt-on

Identify a type of fitting used in plumbing applications.

• Compression

• Expansion

• Contraction

• Tension

What is required for solder fittings to achieve a water-tight seal?

• fitting to be clean

• pipe to be clean

• pipe and fitting to be clean

• only clean outside of fitting

Solder fittings require the copper to be cleaned, fluxed, and then ______ in position.

• soldered

• glued

• nailed

• taped

Why do solder fittings need cleaning once cooled?