Pumping Apparatus Driver/Operator

What is considered to be low residual pressure? - Below 20 psi. What can happen if you run with the tank fill valve opened. - The tank fill line may be pump with a pipe large enough to cause cavitation. Some driver operators open the valve the distance of their thumb to the pump panel with their hand on the valve control. What is a tactic that can be used if there is a dramatic failure of a radiator hose or other cooling element while the pumper is supplying hoselins for interior firefighter? - Water stream can be directed at the engine to maintain some form of cooling, Mobile water Supply Apparatus are equipped with a tank capacity of at least _______________. - 1,000 Gallons Define a quint - Fire Pump, Water Tank, Hose, Aerial Device, and Ground Ladders Define Apparatus "Maintenance" - Keeping apparatus in a state of usefulness or readiness. Define Apparatus "Repair" - Restore that which has become inoperable How long should you wait on a new apparatus to apply waxing product to engine? - 6 months Are you able to mix radial and bias-ply tires? - No. According to NFPA 1911 when should tires be replaced? - Every 7 years