2-6-2 Boom Capacities and Load charts

Question 1

A modern-day, boom-equipped truck operates on the same principle as the basic__?__.

Answer 1

lever

Question 2

A modern-day, boom-equipped truck is a labor saving device because __?__.

Answer 2

it takes fewer men to perform a given task

Question 3

The Archimedes principle states that the weight of an object will increase in proportion to the distance that it moves from the fulcrum point.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

The load charts for a bucket truck should be located __?__.

Answer 4

at the boom tip

Question 5

A boom-equipped truck can tip over even if there is no weight at the end of the boom.

Answer 5

True

Question 6

How the truck is set up prior to using the boom will not affect the load capacity of the boom during normal operation.

Answer 6

False

Question 7

The boom must not be operated if the truck is at more than a __?__ incline.

Answer 7

5°

Question 8

Placing outrigger pads under the outriggers can help prevent ground penetration.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

The total weight of the load is equal to the weight of the object to be lifted.

Answer 9

False

Question 10

The purpose of the Hydraulic Overload Protection (HOP) system is to protect the unit from __?__.

Answer 10

structural overload

Question 11

An object that is attached or frozen to the ground can be safely lifted after factoring in its true weight to the load calculation.

Answer 11

False

Question 12

As the radius of the boom changes, so does its capacity.

Answer 12

True

Question 13

The required load charts for the equipment in use must be posted at the point of operation.

Answer 13

True

Question 14

When calculating loads, only one load chart should be used because using multiple load charts will lead to confusion.

Answer 14

True

Question 15

There are __?__ basic types of pin plates used in jib positioning.

Answer 15

3

Question 16

A material-Handling jib can always be used to hang a transformer.

Answer 16

False

Question 17

The lower boom angle of a double bucket must be at least 15° above horizontal or less than __?__ above horizontal before the upper jib boom can be used to hang a small transformer.

Answer 17

90°

Question 18

If a double bucket is properly set up according to the chart with its upper boom at a minus 35°, what is the maximum load its jib can pick up if it is extended three feet?

Answer 18

681 lbs