Questions with Accurate Answers
All tires should be the same size and weight ratings according to appropriate
manufacturers specifications. correct answer
Apparatus maintenance and inspection records are important documents that
may serve several functions. IN A WARRANTY CLAIM these records may be
needed to document that recquired maintenance was performed. correct answer
Apparatus with air brakes are to be equipped with an air pressure protection
valve that prevents air horns or other nonessential devices from being operated
when the pressure in the air reservoir drops below 80 PSI. correct answer
Care should be taken not to strip away necessary lubricants when washing the
vehicle body and components. After heavy cleaning, it may be necessary to
perform a routine lubrication to ensure that all components are properly
protected from excessive wear. correct answer
Clean interior based on apparatus manufacturer reccomendation. Avoid using
solvents such as lacquer, thinner, acetone, laundry soap, bleach, and naptha.
correct answer
During the first 6 months after an apparatus is received, while the paint and
protective coating are new and unseasoned, the vehicle should be washed
frequently using cold water to harden the paint and keep it from spotting. correct
answer
Fire pumps range in capacity from 750-3,000 gpm. correct answer
, Foam tanks are usually 20 to 100 gallons. correct answer
For serious issues or items meeting the NFPA 1911 "Out of Service" criteria
immediate action must be taken. correct answer
Free play - amount of travel the clutch has before it begins to disengage the
engine from the transmission. Excessive free pay may result in the clutch not
releasing completely correct answer
If the engine must be run longer than the specified period of time to build
sufficent air pressure the apparatus should be inspected and repaired by a
certified mechanic correct answer
In some regions the terms mini-pumper or midi-pumper have come to define
pumping apparatus smaller than a full sized pumper. correct answer
load monitor- device that "watches" an electrical system for added loads that may
threaten to overload the system correct answer
load sequencer- device in an electrical system that turns lights on at specified
intervals so that start up load for all of the devices does not occur at the same
time correct answer
Maintenance refers to keeping apparatus in a state of usefulness or readiness.
correct answer