February  2002

Test your knowledge of the code, by taking E.T.E.'s code quiz.
There are 10 questions, which are multiple choice.
Based on the 1999 Code Book.

Question #1:
If using a separate overload relay for overload current on a motor-compressor, the relay shall be selected to trip at ___% of the rated current of the compressor.
(A) 125%
(B) 137%
(C) 140%
(D) 200%

Question #2:
The maximum length of a supply cord for a nominal, 120 V rated room air conditioner (window unit) is not to exceed ____ ft.
(A) 3 feet
(B) 6 feet
(C) 10 feet
(D) 12 feet

Question #3:
Primary protection for a transformer with 5% rated impedance and is over 600 volts, the circuit breaker feeding this shall be sized ____%.
(A) 125%
(B) 225%
(C) 300%
(D) 600%

Question #4:
On a transformer that is 600 volts or less and the current is less than 2 amps, at what percentage do you size the primary over current protection?
(A) 125%
(B) 167%
(C) 250%
(D) 300%

Question #5:
When installing busway vertically through a floor, a ____inch curb shall be installed around every floor opening.
(A) 2 inch
(B) 4 inch
(C) 6 inch
(D) 7 inch

Question #6:.
Is service equipment permitted to be located on a floating building (a building unit that floats on water)?
(A) Yes
(B) No
 

Question #7:
The flexible power supply that feeds furniture partition walls shall be no more than ___ ft in length.
(A) 2 feet
(B) 3 feet
(C) 3 1/2 feet
(D) 6 feet 

Question #8:
The overcurrent device that feeds the car lights, receptacle(s),  and ventilation of a elevator is allowed to be located in the closest electrical room.
(A) True
(B) False

Question #9:
A separate light and receptacle shall be supplied in each elevator pit, and the light shall be connected to the load side of the ground fault.
(A) True
(B) False

Question #10:
All energized equipment parts located in a fire pump room shall be located ___ inches off the floor.
(A) 12 inches
(B) 18 inches
(C) 24 inches
(D) 36 inches

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