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During a routine inspection, a technician notices that the refrigerant detector in a machinery room is displaying 'FAULT'. According to CSA B52, what action is immediately required regarding the detector?
CSA B52 mandates that if a refrigerant detection system becomes inoperative, it must be repaired or replaced within 24 hours. The system is a critical safety co
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Question: During a routine inspection, a technician notices that the refrigerant detector in a machinery room is displaying 'FAULT'. According to CSA B52, what action is immediately required regarding the detector?
Answer options:
- Record the fault and schedule repair for the next service visit.
- Bypass the detector until a replacement arrives to avoid false alarms. ✅ Initiate repair or replacement of the detector within 24 hours.
- Increase the continuous mechanical ventilation until the detector is repaired.
Correct answer: Initiate repair or replacement of the detector within 24 hours.
Explanation: CSA B52 mandates that if a refrigerant detection system becomes inoperative, it must be repaired or replaced within 24 hours. The system is a critical safety component.
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