2015 KME Flashcards
What is the normal operating range for the air brakes on the 2015 KME?
90-120
What is the capacity of the def tank on the 2015 KME?
5 gallons
What is the load rating of the tires on the 2015 KME?
J
What is the normal range for oil pressure on the 2015 KME?
12-30
In the 2015 KME, which circuit does the primary air reservoir gauge read?
Rear axle brakes
In the 2015 KME, the reverse indicator light will stay red for how long when indicating “stop”?
3 seconds
In the 2015 KME, the best fuel economy is delivered between what RPM range?
1200-1800 rpm
In the 2015 KME, what eliminates the need for throttle linkage?
Electronic foot pedal.
In the 2015 KME, what is the name of the process in which carbon in the exhaust is collected and burned off?
Regeneration
What are the 2 types of regeneration?
Passive- occurs when driving at highway speeds
Active- small amount of diesel is injected into the exhaust stream to generate more heat during normal driving conditions. Exhaust temp may reach 1100-1500 degrees
In the 2015 KME, the selective catalytic reduction system converts exhaust into what 2 non toxic gases?
Nitrogen and water vapor
What makes up the DEF solution?
- 5% automotive grade urea
67. 7% deionized water
What is the percent of DEF consumption compared to fuel consumption?
2%
How shall DEF fluid be stored and what is the shelf life?
Between 10-90 degrees
2 years
When does the “malfunction indicator lamp” illuminate?
When there’s a problem with the emissions system
In the 2015 KME, what does a flashing DPF lamp along with an illuminated check engine light mean?
A parked regeneration is required
How long does the active regeneration process take?
20-40 minutes
How is active regeneration stopped when in the middle of the process?
By releasing the parking brake or tapping the service brake
Does regeneration affect pumping operations?
No
During regeneration, how far shall the exhaust be from all objects?
Flammable objects?
Keep 2 feet away from all objects
Keep 5 feet from flammable objects
When regeneration is complete, how long will the exhaust gasses remain hot?
3-5 minutes
If the engine fails to start within ___ seconds, wait ___ seconds before trying again. If the engine fails to start after ___ attempts, investigate the problem.
15 seconds
Wait 15 seconds
4 tries
Once the engine has started, oil pressure should be 12 psi within how many seconds?
10-15
Do not shut off the engine if the coolant is over what temperature?
195 degrees
In the 2015 KME the low air warning buzzer sounds when the air pressure drops below what psi?
65 psi
In the 2015 KME, the spring brakes will automatically engage when the pressure in both tanks drops to what psi?
40 psi
In the 2015 KME, in how much time does the engine brake activate?
1/4 second
When should the jake brake not be engaged?
1) When driving on wet streets
2) During pumping operations
In the 2015 KME, when does load shedding of the electrical system begin?
When the volts drop below 11.9 for 1 minute
On the 2015 KME, the floodlights produce how many Lumens?
7,000
On the 2015 KME, how in the reverse control system designed to fail?
In the “safe mode”
On the 2015 KME, what does a flashing indicator light indicate on the handheld reverse transmitter?
Indicates “low battery”
Replace with 2 C cell batteries
On the 2015 KME, what indicates it is clear to back up with the reverse control system?
A green light with 3 high pitched tones
On the 2015 KME, what indicates “Stop!” On the reverse control system?
Red light and a low pitched tone.
Red light and tone both last for 3 seconds
On the 2015 KME, how long is the “bounce timer” in the seatbelt indicator?
2-5 seconds
The front suction relief valve relieves at what psi?
250
The intake relief valve relieves at what psi?
250
The TFT keystone relief valve relieves at what pressure?
300 psi
What size are the intake relief valve drains?
2.5”
What shall NOT be done to the intake relief valve drains?
DO NOT cap them
On the 2015 KME, what gpm does the wagon battery provide?
1250 gpm
On the 2015 KME, what are the sizes of the stacked tips that can be used on the wagon battery?
2”, 1 3/4”, 1 1/2”, 3/4”
What is the first indication that wear is becoming a problem in the pump?
When increased RPM is needed to flow the rated GPM.
At what percent of capacity and gpm shall the transfer valve be moved from pressure to volume?
70% or 1050 gpm
When pumping over what psi shall the transfer valve be in pressure?
200 psi
Can going from pressure to volume be done while pumping?
Yes but at less than 75 psi discharge pressure
How long does it take for water to fill the pump when dumping the tank?
Allow for 30 seconds
In order for the relief valve to work, how much difference must there be between intake and discharge pressure?
At least 50 psi
When pumping, the intake pressure gauge shall always read over how many psi?
Over 0
When priming, open the priming pump until the main suction gauge reads a vacuum of what?
Intake gauge shows At least 20 Hg
Discharge gauge shows some pressure
When drafting, if a prime cannot be achieved within ___ seconds, stop and investigate.
45 seconds
What type of tank is the water tank?
500 gallon polypropylene
On the 2015 KME, what is the maximum fill rate and psi for the water tank?
Max fill rate 500 gpm at 100 psi
On the 2015 KME, At what pressure does the relief valve operate?
70-300 psi
On the 2015 KME, where are the 4 relief valves located and at what pressure do the relieve?
(2) 1 on each keystone 300 psi
(1) on the front suction 250 psi
(1) on the suction side of the pump 250 psi. This relief valve can be closed in order to achieve pressure over 250 psi. Valve is behind the access door on the right (off) side panel
The foam pro class A system on apparatus can proportion foam between what concentrations?
0.1%-3%
What is the max operating pressure of the foam system?
400 psi
What is the minimum gpm needed for the foam pro system to work?
30 gpm
What will the foam pro system display if the flow requirements exceed the maximum capacity of the foam pump?
HI FLO
What are the (4) display functions of the foam pro?
1) Flow in gpm
2) Total water
3) % of foam
4) Total foam pumped
When priming the foam pump, prime can not be achieved if the water pump is pumping over what pressure?
100-150 psi
What are the dimensions of the suction hose for the foam fill?
6’ x 1”
The foam fill pump with automatically turn off if now flow is detected for how long?
20 seconds
On the 2015 KME, what is the max flow and pressure of the wagon battery?
Max flow is 1250 gpm
Max pressure is 200 psi
On the 2015 KME, what is the max rotational travel of the wagon battery?
What is the maximum and minimum degrees from horizontal?
Max rotational travel is 450 degrees (225 each way)
Max vertical stream is 90 degrees
Minimum stream is 45 degrees under horizontal
On the 2015 KME, how long is the tether cable for the remote that controls the wagon battery?
30’
On the 2015 KME, what are the sizes of the stackable tips?
2”, 1 3/4”, 1 1/2”, 3/4”
On the 2015 KME, at what pressure do the internal drain valves of the wagon battery open/close?
Above 5 psi they close
Below 5 psi they open
On the 2015 KME, is the stream straightener used with the spray tip on the wagon battery?
No
On the 2015 KME, when pressing a button on the remote controlling the wagon battery, after how many seconds of holding the button will the motor speed up for faster movement?
After 2 seconds of holding the button
On the 2015 KME, what is the range of the wireless remote for the wagon battery?
500’
On the 2015 KME, how is the wireless remote for the wagon battery powered?
How much operating time is left once the power light begins to flash indicating low battery?
Powered by (4) AA batteries
When the “power” light begins to flash you have 3 hours of continuous operation left.
On the 2015 KME, after how much time of non use will the wireless remote for the wagon battery turn off?
5 minutes
On the 2015 KME, how many pumps may it take to BEGIN to lift the cab manually?
20
On the 2015 KME, when lowering the cab, how long shall you continue to lower the cab once it has made contact with the mounts?
5 seconds
On the 2015 KME, how do you manually cage the brakes?
Turn the 1/2” bolt counterclockwise with a 3/4” box wrench until it doesn’t turn anymore
On the 2015 KME, prior to manually caging the brakes, what can be done to make the process easier?
Push in the yellow knob to release the brakes
On the 2015 KME, when viewing the diagnostic codes, after how much time will the system return to normal?
10 minutes
On the 2015 KME, when using the gear selector to check transmission fluid, what temperature should the fluid be between?
How long shall the rig be stationary for?
Transmission fluid should be between 104-220 degrees
Rig should be stationary for at least 2 minutes
On the 2015 KME, when checking the transmission fluid manually, a COLD CHECK can be done when the fluid is between what temperature?
60-120 degrees
What type of gas do the batteries give off in the 2015 KME?
Hydrogen gas. Highly explosive
In the 2015 KME, what is the capacity of the DEF storage tank?
5 gallons
On the 2015 KME, when checking the steering box and linkage, how many short movements of the steering wheel should be made?
40-60
On the 2015 KME, when checking the drive belt, how much tension is allowed midway between the pulleys?
Up to 1/2”
On the 2015 KME, what discharge gates need to be lubricated?
Where are the zerks located?
How are they lubricated?
Discharge gates that don’t have a wheel.
Located behind the access door on the right side pump panel
Lube with a hand pump grease gun. About 5 pumps
Tires shall be replaced when the tread reaches what depth?
4/32
What are the dimensions of the KME’s?
29’ long
10’ wide
9’7” tall
What is the wheelbase of the KME?
182”
What is the operating range of the coolant in the KME’s?
160-212 degrees
Fan engages at 212 or when in pump
What is the normal operating range for the transmission fluid in the KME’s?
180-210
The 2013-15 KME’s have what engine/transmission?
Cummings engine/ Allison transmission
What is the engine oil capacity (with filter) of the KME’s?
48 quarts
