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Monthly Plumbing Quiz: Mini-Splits

They heat and cool, they’re highly efficient, easy to install, work well in cold-weather climates – what’s NOT to like about mini-splits? How well do you know the technology? Take our quiz and find out!

Steve Spaulding | Feb 04, 2019

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1. Most mini-split systems come pre-charged with refrigerant, but depending on your line set more may need to be added. Too much or too little refrigerant may cause:
Loud noises
It may not properly dehumidify
It may function only in cooling mode, not in heating mode
All of the above

2. The mini-split communication wire is essential to the unit’s proper function. The wire should be:
18 gauge, solid core
14 gauge, solid core
18 gauge, stranded core
14 gauge, stranded core

3. The indoor component of the mini-split is also referred to as the:
Condenser
Evaporator
Absorber
Reflector

4. The ductless fans used in mini-splits can’t handle accumulated debris. Ideally a homeowner should be cleaning the filter on their mini-split:
Every week
Every month
Every six months
Every year

5. One of the main advantages of mini-splits is that they are ductless. The average North American home loses approximately what percentage of its thermal efficiency to ductwork?
15%
25%
30%
35%

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