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Exam Code/Number: API-SIEE
Exam Name/Title: Source Inspector Electrical Equipment
Certification Provider: API
Corresponding Certification: ICP Programs

Exam Questions: 113
Updated On: Jul 07, 2026

Question #46

Within the context of NEMA ICS 1, which of the following describes PD 3?

A. Moisture occurs continuously, dust quantity becomes conductive when moist, and pollution is sufficient to cause tracking and erosion at a high rate

B. Moisture does not occur, always dry, dust insignificant and no effect from pollution

C. Moisture occurs frequently, dust quantity is sufficient to become conductive when moist, and pollution is sufficient to cause tracking or erosion at a moderate rate

D. Moisture occurs occasionally, dust quantity is sufficient to become conductive when moist and pollution is sufficient to cause tracking or erosion at a slow rate

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Question #47

Machine vibration measurement using non contacting probes are taken:

A. on horizontal, vertical and the axial directions on the baseplate.

B. on horizontal, vertical and the axial directions on the bearing housings.

C. on the shaft at 1.2 times the running speed.

D. on the frame during residual unbalance with the feet unclamped.

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Question #48

What is the purpose of labeling the temperature range on electrical equipment used in a Class I hazardous area?

A. To verify the process temperature and the equipment temperature have the same Class I rating

B. To ensure the equipment is compatible with the other Class I devices

C. To verify the maximum process temperature does not exceed high levels

D. To ensure that the equipment maximum temperature does not exceed the autoignition temperature of the specific gas or vapor to be encountered

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Correct Answer: D Vote an answer

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Question #49

According to IEEE 841, unless otherwise specified, all electrical performance tests shall be conducted in accordance with:

A. IEEE Std 117.

B. IEEE Std 112.

C. NEMA MG-1.

D. IEEE Std 522.

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Question #50

According to API 541, for the bearing temperature rise test, motor bearing stable temperature is defined:

A. as a rise of not more than 2°C in one hour.

B. by the manufacturer's FAT procedure.

C. as a change of not more than 1°C in 30 minutes.

D. as a rise of not more than 1°C in one hour.

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Question #51

A circuit breaker is defined as:

A. a means of energizing and de-energizing an electrical circuit.

B. one or more enclosed vertical sections containing voltage.

C. a one-shot device that causes the current carrying element to melt open, disconnecting the load from the source voltage.

D. a type of device used to provide voltage protection.

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Question #52

A qualified person, as defined by NFPA 70E, is a person:

A. who has taken the national electrical safety certification and received the certificate.

B. designated by the authority having jurisdiction as an electrician, electrical technician, electrical supervisor or electrical engineer.

C. who has demonstrated skills related to the operation of electrical equipment and received safety training to identify and avoid the hazards.

D. with a 2 year associate degree in electrical technology or electrical engineer or the IBEW equivalent.

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Question #53

Which document should identify the inspection activities to be performed by the assigned source inspector and include the applicable acceptance criteria?

A. Shipping release form

B. Supplier observation report

C. Purchase requisition

D. Inspection and Test Plan (ITP)

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Correct Answer: D Vote an answer

Question #54

Which referenced standard in the guide applies to metal-enclosed low-voltage power circuit breaker switchgear?

A. ANSI/IEEE C37.20.1

B. NEMA 250 only

C. API RP 14FZ

D. ANSI/IEEE C57.12.00

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Correct Answer: A Vote an answer

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