2016 Pierce Heavy Tiller Truck Flashcards

1
Q

Follow the instructions in the operator’s manual and NFPA ___ for daily, frequent, and annual inspection and maintenance.

A

NFPA 1911

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2
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NFPA Standards specify that all equipment required to be used during an emergency response shall be securely fastened to how many G’s?

A

9 G’s

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3
Q

How long is the 2016 Pierce Aerial Ladder?

A

100 ft Shortened

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4
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What type of engine does the 2016 Pierce have?

A

Cummins ISX15 Diesel Engine

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5
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The 2016 Pierce have a diesel motor that is how many cubic inches?

A

912 cu in

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6
Q

The 2016 Pierce diesel motor produces how much horsepower?

A

550 hp @ 1800 rpm

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7
Q

The 2016 Pierce diesel motor produces how many ft pounds of torque at what rpm?

A

1850 ft pounds of torque at 1,200 rpm

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8
Q

How many sections does the 2016 Pierce ladder have?

A

4

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9
Q

How high can the Pierce Aerial Ladder extend above ground at 75 degrees?

A

105 ft (has a 23 ft 11 inch reach)

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10
Q

Aerial rotation is accomplished by an external tooth swing bearing, hydraulically driven by a planetary gearbox with a?

A

Drive Speed Reducer

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11
Q

Which system prevents the aerial from being rotated to the side where the stabilizers are short-jacked?

A

Aerial Rotation Interlock System

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12
Q

Holding valves, cartridges, and a ___ to restrict ladder movement when system hydraulic pressure is not present

A

Rotational Brake

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13
Q

Which NFPA standard does the Pierce Aerial Ladder Construction Requirements meet?

A

1901- 1999

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14
Q

What is the ladder safety factor based on the rated load?

A

2:1

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15
Q

What is the ladders stability factor?

A

1.5:1

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16
Q

Which movement does the Stabilizer Extension Cylinder control?

A

Extend & Retract

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17
Q

Lower control stations are located on both left & right sides of the apparatus. What does the lower control stations also contain?

A

Stabilizer controls for left and right side
Inclinometer for grade and slope
Stabilizer beam in/out up/down indicator light
Emergency hydraulic power switch
High Idle switch

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18
Q

Which kind of communication system includes a system is installed between the tip of the ladder and the turntable console?

A

Fire Research

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19
Q

Which section of ladder that large amounts of ice can rapidly lead to an unstable condition?

A

Tip of the aerial

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20
Q

The aerial ice chart is based on continuous 360 degrees of rotation and the aerial at any extension with how many inches of ice buildup?

A

.25 inches

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21
Q

How many minutes are you allowed to run the EPU units without allowing at least how many minutes for cooling down?

A

30 minutes MAX: 30 minutes cooling down

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22
Q

When should you activate the EPU after?

A

Select the desired function is done first

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23
Q

How many amp load is each collector ring capable of handling?

A

20 amp load

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24
Q

How many collector rings does the electrical aerial swivel have? How many rings are optional?

A

28 collector rings

32 rings are optional

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25
Q

Which limited ladder function is the EPU used for in case the primary pump fails?

A

To stow

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26
Q

In standby (bias) pressure, what is the Hydraulic System Pressure?

A

350 psi (+/- 10 psi)

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27
Q

What is the Maximum Hydraulic System pressure?

A

3000 psi

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28
Q

What is the rated horizontal reach at 45 degrees?

A

66 ft 9 inch

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29
Q

What is the rated horizontal reach at 75 degrees?

A

23 ft 11 inches

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30
Q

Emergency Hydraulic Power Switch activates the secondary hydraulic system. Which direction activates the aerial emergency power and the stabilizer power?

A

Up- Aerial Emergency Power

Down- Stabilizer Power

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31
Q

Position the truck for operations in an area where the ground pads make contact with the ground, which must be firm and capable of supporting how many psi?

A

75 PSI

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32
Q

Uphill/Downhill Spotting:
Within how many degrees, do you position the tractor in line with the trailer? No jackknifing of the unit is required. Full stabilizer extension is required for unlimited aerial operation

A

30 degrees

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33
Q

How far do you extend the stabilizers?

A

Until they just touch the ground

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34
Q

How far do you extend the stabilizers?

A

Until they just touch the ground

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35
Q

For Full Aerial Capacity, side to side would be a ground slope at 10 degrees and a truck slope at which degrees?

A

0 to 5 degrees

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36
Q

For Half Aerial Capacity, (Front to Rear) would be a ground slope at 10 degrees and a truck slope of what?

A

5.1 to 8 degrees

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37
Q

Stabilizer Setup:
Starts by placing your chocks in back of which wheels when facing uphill and in front of which wheels when facing downhill?

A

Front Wheels- Rear Wheels

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38
Q

What must you not do until the aerial is bedded?

A

Unlock fifth wheel lock-out

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39
Q

Moving the Fifth Wheel Lock-Out to the FREE position can only be done from which side?

A

Drivers Side

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40
Q

At which degrees does the Jackknife warning buzzer activate at?

A

65 & 85

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41
Q

For single control lever operation, which speed is sufficient for acceptable performance?

A

Low Engine Idle

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42
Q

When fighting fire with the aerial, where should you never work at in reference to the roof of the building?

A

Over the roof of the building

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43
Q

Aerial Ladder Water Pipe Ops are done with extreme care & under supervision of trained personnel who need to understand what?

A

Extra Loads & Reactionary Forces of the Nozzle

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44
Q

Aerial Ladder Water Pipe Ops:

Where should you lay the hose along the ladder and when do you tie it off?

A

Lay along middle of ladder

Tie it off when its charged

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45
Q

When using the Lyfe Pulley System, which only approved rescue safety rope should we use?

A

NFPA approved

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46
Q

What is the capacity of the pulley system, but cannot exceed the remaining ladder tip capacity?

A

500 lbs

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47
Q

Personnel using the Lyfe Pulley System should be familiar with and follow the guidelines contained in which manuals?

A

IFSTA Fire Service Rescue and/or CMC Rope Rescue Manual

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48
Q

The Egress Lift Eye has a lifting Eye Load that should never exceed how many pounds?

A

500 lbs

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49
Q

What is the 2016 Pierce governed at?

A

2,000 RPM

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50
Q

What kind of transmission is the 2016 Pierce equipped with?

A

Allison 4500 transmission

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51
Q

What kind of front axles is the 2016 Pierce equipped with?

A

Meritor Front Axle

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52
Q

What kind of front and rear brakes does the 2016 Pierce have?

A

Meritor

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53
Q

Which tires are rated with a Fire Service Rating?

A

Front Tires

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54
Q

What kind of rims does the 2016 Pierce have?

A

Alcoa Front and Rear Aluminum Rims

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55
Q

What kind of alternator does the 2016 Pierce have?

A

Niehoff 360 AMP Alternator

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56
Q

What kind of batteries is the 2016 Pierce equipped with?

A

6 Group Odyssey 31-Series batteries with threaded studs

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57
Q

How much motor oil does the 2016 Pierce hold?

A

44 quarts

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58
Q

What is the fuel capacity of the 2016 Pierce?

A

63 Gallons

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59
Q

What kind of oil does the 2016 Pierce use?

A

15W-40 Wt Oil

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60
Q

How many gallons does the Aerial Hydraulic system hold?

A

80 Gallons

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61
Q

How many gallons does the hydraulic reservoir hold?

A

40 Gallons or 160 Quarts

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62
Q

What is the total amount of pints that the Rotation Gearbox hold of 80-90 weight oil?

A

5 pints

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63
Q

How many quarts does the Chassis Steering System hold?

A

6 quarts

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64
Q

How many quarts does the Tiler Steering system hold?

A

14 quarts

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65
Q

How many quarts are in the Tiller Steering reservoir?

A

9 quarts

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66
Q

What does the transmission take for fluids and what is its capacity?

A

TES 389 ATF

31 quarts

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67
Q

Blind Spots:

In a medium sized truck, how far can a blind spot extend up to in front and from behind?

A

16 ft Front

160 ft Behind

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68
Q

Areas for walking and/or standing that are located higher than how many inches above the ground & unguarded by a railing or structure are designated by a safety line along the outside perimeter

A

48 inches

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69
Q

What do we use to detect hydraulic leaks?

A

Wood & Cardboard

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70
Q

High PSI fluid as low as how many psi can penetrate the skin?

A

100 PSI

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71
Q

Each person climbing on the aerial ladder must use a fall arrest harness and tether that meets the requirements of what?

A

ANSI Z359 (Fall Protection)

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72
Q

How many points of contact must we maintain when climbing the aerial ladder?

A

3

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73
Q

Aerial Ladder Safety: ___ extend or retract the aerial with people on the ladder

A

NEVER

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74
Q

When climbing the aerial ladder, in which direction should we be facing?

A

Face away from the vehicle

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75
Q

Tire pressure should be checked while the tire is cold. How much higher psi reading would you get if check heated?

A

15 PSI

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76
Q

What are the different size brake chambers?

A

Front Axle -Meritor MFS-20 (24 x 5 1/2)
Rear Axle- Meritor RS-30-185 (36 x 6)
Front Axle- Meritor MFS-20-133 (24 x 5 1/2)

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77
Q

Dissimilar metals can cause rapid corrosion. Which types of metals do you want to avoid?

A

Dissimilar metals or coat with rustproofing agent

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78
Q

The Seat Belt Monitoring System (SBMS) is capable of monitoring up to how many sensors indicating the status of each seating position in the cab?

A

10

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79
Q

How many BTUs is the heat defroster and where is it located?

A

41,000 BTU and located on the dash panel

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80
Q

How many heaters are there and what are their BTU rating?

A

2 Heaters

32,000 BTUs

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81
Q

The AC system is ___ & consists of __ boxes, each containing an ____ & ___

A

External System
2 boxes
Evaporator and Condenser

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82
Q

Load Manager:
Green light indicates power is applied to the unit. Low Battery illuminates when voltage drops below ___ VDC.
Fast idle activates when voltage drops below what?

A

11.9-11.8

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83
Q

How many hours does the VDR read and store of the apparatus information?

A

100 Hours

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84
Q

What is use to download data from the vehicles VDR to a laptop computer?

A

VDR Extraction Tool

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85
Q

Steering Column lock enables the apparatus to be driven by only one driver in the front main cab. To lock the trailer axle in the straight-ahead position, align the hole in the moving disc with the hole located in which portion of the steering lock assembly?

A

Stationary Portion

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86
Q

On which decal located inside the cab show the number of occupants that are allow to safely carry?

A

FMVSS Decal

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87
Q

The alternator is a C.E. Niehoff Model C531, 360 amp with a ___ regulator/rectifier

A

Remote

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88
Q

Battery: Lead & sulfuric acid react at the anode where lead sulfate is produced & excess electrons & ___ accumulates as a by-product

A

Hydrogen

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89
Q

Battery: What should you do to contact surfaces of the terminals with steel wool and apply a light coat of dielectric lubricant before installing terminals

A

Polish

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90
Q

At full charge, how many bars will illuminate green, which is 13 volts +

A

5 bars

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91
Q

If voltage drops further still, Red Bars will flash to indicate charge has dropped to how many volts or below, at which recharge the batteries ASAP

A

11.2

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92
Q

Battery Charger Sleep Mode: When in sleep mode, the LED lights will blink every how many seconds?

A

2 to 3 Seconds

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93
Q

Battery Charger Start-Up Sequence: When powered up, the charger will cycle through test mode and the _____ “charger on” led will flash & both bar graph

A

Blue

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94
Q

Electrical circuits are protected with circuit breakers and fuses. What is the vehicle equipped with that utilizes transistors (solid state logic)?

A

Command Zone

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95
Q

Low Fuel Warning Light: At what level of the tank will the amber light in the fuel gauge come on steady and there LCD display “Caution” text and will flash “Low Fuel Level message?

A

1/8

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96
Q

At what level in the fuel tank will the red warming light in the indicator bank come on steady?

A

1/32

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97
Q

The 2016 Pierce is equipped with what kind of load manager?

A

Class 1 TSM Load Manager

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98
Q

Load Manager:

Shedding begins when voltage drops to the shed point for how many minutes?

A

1 minute

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99
Q

Load Manager, Fast Idle is activated when voltage is reduced to how many volts for one minute?

A

12.8 volts

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100
Q

Load Manager: Override is intended for quickly turning on all output modes in times of need. Activating the override switch will turn on with outputs?

A

1 through 10 outputs

The override LED flashes to indicate the override mode is active

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101
Q

How many cubic feet of clean air every minutes does the Diesel engine consume when operating under a full load?

A

1,200 Cu Ft

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102
Q

What is the total power output for the power inverter?

A

1,125 Watts

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103
Q

If idling for more than 5 minutes, you should activate which switch to increase the speed to at least how many rpms?

A

Fast Idle

1,000 RPM

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104
Q

If the engine is stopped suddenly, the turbocharger temp may rise as much as how many degrees?

A

100 F

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105
Q

When jump starting a vehicle, make sure that the supplying vehicle is below how many volts?

A

16 volts

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106
Q

Jump Starting: When disconnecting battery cables, which cables should you disconnect first?

A

Negative to frame

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107
Q

Jump Starting:
Connect the second jumper to the negative terminal on the booster battery, and the other end to the frame of the disabled vehicle at least how many inches away from the battery?

A

18 Inches

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108
Q

Diesel fuel shall be Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) fuel containing how many parts per million (PPM) sulfur content or less

A

15 PPM

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109
Q

Cold Weather Guidelines: Avoid extended idling (beyond ___ minutes) whenever possible. Maintain a minimum of 1250 rpm by hand throttle or high idle system

A

10 Minutes

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110
Q

Downhill driving and if service brakes are required, apply brakes in short distances of ___ to ___ seconds rather than a continuous application

A

5 to 10 seconds

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111
Q

The low brake indicator light will light and alarm will sound at approximately what psi?

A

65 psi

112
Q

With less than how many PSI, in the brake system should you use extreme caution

A

60 psi

113
Q

When the rear brakes are caged, you should perform what?

A

Lookout/Tagout

114
Q

When caging the rear brakes, use the caging what supplied with the spring brake chamber

A

Stud

115
Q

The air dryer removes air system moisture by collecting it on the surface of what pellets is discharged out the bottom of the air dryer each time the governor unloads

A

Desiccant

116
Q

To adjust the tilt of the steering column by what on the adjusting lever while tilting the column to the desired position

A

Pulling Up

117
Q

Air Guard Sensor activates an integral battery operated LED when the tire PSI drops how many PSI?

A

8 PSI

118
Q

The cab lift cylinders include a what in the tilt system? This is a safety device designed to lock fluid in the cylinders in the event that pressure is lost suddenly due to pump failure or a broken line

A

Velocity Fuse

119
Q

Tighten loose door strikers on cab side doors to what ft lbs?

A

55 ft lbs

120
Q

The what is the only point where you can actually see inside the air conditioning during operation. Check the window on top of the receiver-drier (or the separate in-line)

A

Sight Glass

121
Q

Pierce uses environmentally acceptable what refrigerant, which is a hydroflurocarbon

A

R-134A

122
Q

AC intake filter system, some have air intake filters and must be replaced when?

A

When dirty

123
Q

Torque the bumpers to how many pounds per feet?

A

400 lbs ft

124
Q

Brake linings, check caliper inboard bosses on the slide pins. If within how many inches of the end of the pins or less, remove wheels and inspect for replacement

A

1/4 inch

125
Q

Follow the instructions in the operator’s manual and NFPA ___ for daily, frequent, and annual inspection and maintenance.

A

1911

126
Q

NFPA Standards specify that All Equipment required to be used during an emergency response shall be securely fastened to ___ G’s

A

9

127
Q

Can you wear a Firefighting Helmet when seated?

A

Never

128
Q

Do not work within ___ feet of high-voltage lines energized from 600 to 50,000 volts.

A

10

129
Q

Keep 50 feet from power line if voltage is unknown. Keep __ feet if 350 Kilovolts or less

A

20

130
Q

2016 Pierce: This signals: ! Warning

A

Potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

131
Q

The diesel motor is __ cubic inches

A

912

132
Q

The diesel motor is governed at ___ RPM

A

2,000

133
Q

Equipped with Allison _____ Transmission?

A

4500

134
Q

Equipped with ____ Tiller axle

A

Meritor

135
Q

Equipped with _____ Tiller brakes

A

Meritor

136
Q

Equipped with Fire Service Rated ___ Tires

A

Front

137
Q

Equipped with (6) odyssey Group ___-series batteries with threaded stud

A

31

138
Q

Engine Oil Requirements - 2007, 2010 & 2013 EPA engines, Cummins use ___ Wt Oil

A

15W-40

139
Q

he Total Aerial Hydraulic system holds ____ gallons

A

80

140
Q

The transmission holds TES 389 ATF with a capacity of?

A

32 qts

141
Q

Blind Spots, In a medium-sized truck can extend up to __ ft in front & __ ft behind.

A

16 -160

142
Q

Detect Hydraulic leaks with?

A

Wood & Cardboard

143
Q

High PSI fluid as low as ___ psi can penetrate skin

A

100

144
Q

When climbing Aerial ladders maintain ___ points of contact with a structural feature at all times

A

3

145
Q

AerialLadderSafety: ____extend or retract the device with people on the ladder

A

Never

146
Q

When climbing Aerial ladders allow face__?

A

The Vehicle

147
Q

Interlocks reduce the possibility of unsafe actions. They are a Combination of mechanical limit switches, or incorporated into computer control algorithms. They are required by ___?

A

NFPA 1901

148
Q

Tire pressure should be checked while the tire is cold. Heated tires may have a ___ psi higher rating

A

15

149
Q

Which Axle uses Meritor MFS brake chambers that are size 24 x 5 1/2

A

Front & Tiller

150
Q

Dissimilar Metals can cause rapid corrosion. Avoid dissimilar metals or?

A

Coat with rustproofing agent

151
Q

Seat Belt Monitoring System (SBMS) is capable of monitoring up to ___ sensors indicating the status of each seating position in the cab

A

10

152
Q

HVAC – Defroster is a ___ BTU heat defroster unit is located in the dash panel.

A

41,000

153
Q

Heaters, There are __ heater(s)?

A

Two

154
Q

The Air Conditioning system is __ & consists of two boxes, each containing an evaporator & condenser

A

External

155
Q

This interlock will slow the aerial down prior to reaching its maximum elevation or extension?

A

Max Elevation Slow-Down

156
Q

Each AC unit has an air intake located in the headliner just behind the driver and ___ seats

A

First Officer

157
Q

VDR reads & stores the most recent ___ hours of apparatus information?

A

100

158
Q

The Brake Chambers size is located?

A

Stamped on the component themselves

159
Q

The VDR ___ tool is used to download data from vehicle’s VDR to a laptop computer

A

Extraction

160
Q

The cab should not be raised until the AC has been shut-off and the truck has sat with the battery switch ON for at least __ minutes. This will allow the water to be pumped out of AC condensation unit.

A

30

161
Q

The Alternator is a C.E. Niehoff Model C531, 360 amp with a __ regulator/rectifier

A

Remote

162
Q

Battery: Lead & sulfuric acid react at the anode where lead sulfate is produced & excess electrons & ___ accumulate as a by-product.

A

Hydrogen

163
Q

The Seat Belt Monitoring System is capable of monitoring up to ___ sensors

A

10

164
Q

Battery Indicator LED’s, At full charge, all __ bars illuminate green, which is 13 volts +.

A

5

165
Q

If voltage drops further still, Red Bars will flash to indicate charge has dropped to ___ volts or below. At that point Recharge Batteries ASAP

A

11.2

166
Q

Battery Charger Sleep Mode, When in sleep mode, the LED lights will blink every __ seconds.

A

2 to 3

167
Q

Battery Charger Start-Up Sequence: When powered up, the charger will cycle through test mode and the ___ “Charger On” LED will flash & both bar graph

A

Blue

168
Q

Electrical circuits are protected with Circuit breakers and Fuses. The Vehicles are also equipped
with a ___ that utilize transistors (solid state logic).

A

Command Zone

169
Q

Can the battery be charged if it’s frozen?

A

Never

170
Q

When the level in the fuel tank has dropped to the ___ the Red warning light in the indicator bank comes on steady.

A

1/32

171
Q

Load Manager, Fast Idle is activated when voltage is reduced to __ volts for one minute.

A

12.8

172
Q

Load Manager, Override is intended for quickly turning on all output modes in times of need. Activating the override switch will turn on outputs 1 through ___ . The override LED flashes to indicate the override mode is active.

A

12

173
Q

When voltage drops to the shed point for 1 minute. Once shed it will remain off for a minimum of ___ minutes

A

5

174
Q

Power Inverter – Samlex converts low voltage DC from the batteries to ___ volt AC power. The inverter is not part of the on-board generator system. The total power output is 1125 watts

A

115

175
Q

If idling for more than __ minutes, activate the Fast idle switch to increase speed to at least 1000 rpm.

A

5

176
Q

If the engine is stopped suddenly, the turbocharger temp may rise as much as 100°F. Bring the app to a complete stop, Shift into N, Set parking brake and Idle engine for __ minutes

A

3 to 5

177
Q

If the engine does not start within 15 seconds, release the starter buttons and allow the starter motor to cool for ___ seconds before attempting to start the engine again.

A

60

178
Q

Diesels consume over ___ gals of air for every gallon of fuel. A dirty air cleaner is a common cause of air restriction.

A

12,500

179
Q

Diesel fuel shall be Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) fuel containing __ parts per million (PPM) sulfur content or less.

A

15

180
Q

Cold Weather Guidelines: Avoid extended idling (beyond 10 minutes) whenever possible. Maintain a minimum of ___ rpm by hand throttle or high idle system.

A

1,250

181
Q

The Low Brake Indicator light will light & alarm will sound at approximately __psi.

A

60

182
Q

With less than __ PSI in the brake system, use extreme caution.

A

60

183
Q

If air pressure is reduced to approximately 40 PSI in ___ system(s), the spring brake will auto apply

A

Primary and Secondary

184
Q

When the Rear Brakes are caged, perform?

A

Lockout/Tagout

185
Q

When caging the Rear Brakes, Use the caging _____supplied with the spring brake chamber

A

Stud

186
Q

To extent life of rubber, spray weather-strip & window rubber with a light coating?

A

Silicone lubricant

187
Q

The Air Dryer removes air system moisture by collecting it on the surface of ____ pellets is discharged out of the bottom of the air dryer each time the governor unloads.

A

Desiccant

188
Q

Tighten loose door strikers on cab side doors to ___ ft-lbs

A

55

189
Q

Ensure proper clearing of the windshield, Wipe the blades with a clean towel soaked in?

A

Windshieldwasherfluid

190
Q

Hinges shall be lubricated by spraying a light coat of?

A

Silicone lubricant

191
Q

To Adjust the tilt of the steering column by __ on the adjusting lever while tilting the column to the desired position

A

Pulling Up

192
Q

The Air Guard tire alert pressure system will monitor the pressure of each tire. The cap is a chrome plated brass sensor that is installed on the __ of each tire.

A

Tire Valve Stem

193
Q

Air Guard Sensor activates an integral battery operated LED when the tire PSI drops __PSI

A

8

194
Q

The Cab lift cylinders include a ___ in the tilt system. This is a safety device designed to lock fluid in the cylinders in the event that pressure is lost suddenly due to pump failure or a broken line

A

Velocity Fuse

195
Q

The ___ is the only point where you can actually see inside the air conditioner during operation. Check the window on top of the receiver-drier (or the separate in-line).

A

Sight Glass

196
Q

Pierce uses environmentally acceptable ___ refrigerant, which is a hydrofluorocarbon

A

R-134A

197
Q

AC Intake Filter system, Some have air intake filters & must be replaced?

A

When dirty

198
Q

When an AC Sight tube is clear the system would include all the following

A

System ok, Overcharged

199
Q

Torque the bumpers to __ foot pounds

A

400

200
Q

Brake Linings, Check caliper inboard bosses on the slide pins. If within ___ inch of the end of the pins or less, remove wheels & inspect for replacement.

A

1/4

201
Q

Exhaust Temps are often ___ at the outlet during or shortly after Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) regeneration.

A

1,200

202
Q

Do not use Lithium base grease on disc brake calipers. Lithium grease may not adequately lubricate the calipers. Only use ___ based NLGI Grade numbers 1 or 2, or equivalent.

A

Clay

203
Q

Lubricate spring pins with NLGI grade EP2 grease until grease oozes evenly from ends of each pin. If grease will not flow, raise ___ to remove the load on springs and apply grease again.

A

Chassis

204
Q

Fire-service rated tires have limits on the amount of time they can be driven at high speed and high loads before they must cool-down. After driving for __ hour(s) at speeds above max rated speeds, or at loads over max side- wall rating, park for __ hour(s) to cool tire.

A

1-1

205
Q

What tool is used to check the coolant solution

A

Refractometer

206
Q

How do drivers find the gross axle Truck weight rating (GAWR)?

A

Found on the yellow final vehicle manufacturer label in the cab.

207
Q

Duels - Do not mount tires together that vary by more than 1/4 inch in diameter or 3/4 inch in circumference.

A

3/4”

208
Q

A thermostat is fully open at approximately ___°F above the opening temperature

A

20

209
Q

Where is the Power Steering filter element located

A

Inside Reservoir

210
Q

Balancing, Wheel and tire assemblies should be balanced to avoid vibration or shimmy during road operation. Pierce balances all tires and wheels by adding Counteract balancing ___ to the tire/wheel during assembly installed inside the tire.

A

Beads

211
Q

Maintain the nut torque at periodic checks or at ____mile intervals, whichever comes first. Individual fleet experience may dictate shorter intervals or allow for longerintervals.

A

10,000

212
Q

Trouble Shooting: PTO will not engage would include all the following errors

A

Aerial Master Switch not Energized

Trans selector Not in natural

Parking brake disengaged

213
Q

Trouble Shooting: Stabilizer Circuit Will Not Operate would include all the following errors

A

Hydraulic power switch is in aerial function

Locked in aerial mode

Aerial is out of boom support

214
Q

Trouble Shooting: Aerial Controls Are Inoperative would include all the following errors

A

PTO is not engaged

Aerial dead man foot switch is not depressed

Hydraulic power switch is in stabilizer function.

215
Q

The Aerial Hydraulic system has ___electric-over-hydraulic closed-center valves.

A

2

216
Q

Pierce: What type of hydraulic fluid shall be used in the Aerial Hyd Reservoir?

A

See oil tag on Reservoir

217
Q

. Pierce: What type of hydraulic fluid shall be used in the Rotation Gearbox?

A

API-GL5 80W90

218
Q

Dry Cleaning solvents can be used to your Pierce Aerial Truck on Metal surfaces. Type III Solvents have a Flash point at ___ degrees

A

200

219
Q

When cleaning Rubber surfaces, use ___ solution

A

Soap & Water

220
Q

Always clean lube fitting before lubricating. Use?

A

Dry Cleaning Solvent

221
Q

Welds: Look for loose or chipped paint, rust, or gaps where welded. If a cracked weld is found, notify?

A

Supervisor

222
Q

Inspections: The Air Brake shall be drained for water and checked for contaminates

A

Daily

223
Q

Inspections: Inspect Air Intake System tubes and clamps for tightness?

A

Daily

224
Q

Inspections: Air Conditioning Sight Glass shall be inspected?

A

6 months

225
Q

Inspections: Clean and grease battery post and inspect?

A

Monthly & 3,000 miles

226
Q

Inspections: Inspect Front Axle for signs of damage wear or corrosion?

A

Weekly

227
Q

Inspections: Inspect door hinges, latches and strikers. Adjust and/or lubricate as necessary.

A

6 months

228
Q

Inspections: Check throttle pedal for operation and return ability.

A

Daily

229
Q

Inspections: Brakes, Inspect for sufficient thickness.

A

Weekly

230
Q

Inspections: Inspect belts for damage, check tension.

A

Weekly

231
Q

Inspections: Inspect for signs of oil or coolant leaks

A

Daily

232
Q

Inspections: Replace external transmission cooler.

A

3 to 5 years

233
Q

Inspections: Exhaust System, Inspect for leaks and clamp tightness

A

Daily

234
Q

Inspections: Steering, Inspect all steering parts for integrity.

A

Weekly

235
Q

Inspections: Check spring U-bolts torque and tighten as required after initial delivery and?

A

500 miles

236
Q

Inspections: Inspect hangers and shackles for wear, corrosion, or damage.

A

Weekly

237
Q

Inspections: Check wheel nut torque & tighten as required.

A

3,000 miles

238
Q

Inspections: Tires, Check/set pressure to correct PSI per manufacturer’s load/inflation

A

Daily

239
Q

Inspections: Engine Air Cleaner, Check air intake restriction indicator

A

Daily

240
Q

The Rotation Gear Box capacity is ___ Pints

A

5

241
Q

Lube & Fluids: Front Axle, Lubricate kingpin and Rod Ball Joints with Lithium NLGI grade EP2 grease

A

Annually & 100,000

242
Q

Lube & Fluids: Check rear axle carrier (differential) oil level.

A

Monthly

243
Q

Lube & Fluids: Lubricate disc brake calipers with clay-based NLGI Grade 1 or 2 grease

A

6 months

244
Q

Lube & Fluids: Cab Tilt System, Lubricate pivot pins Lithium NLGI grade EP2 grease

A

Monthly & 3,000 miles

245
Q

Lube & Fluids: Driveshaft, Lubricate slip joints & U-Joints with Lithium NLGI grade EP2 grease.

A

Monthly

246
Q

Lube & Fluids: Fifth Wheel, Lubricate the fifth wheel bearing connecting the tractor to the tiller trailer

A

6 months & 3,000 miles

247
Q

Lube & Fluids: Suspension, Lubricate spring pins Lithium NLGI grade EP2 grease

A

6 months & 3,000 miles

248
Q

Lube & Fluids: Replace the DEF Filter every?

A

1,000 hours

249
Q

Aerial Inspection: Aerial, Perform aerial function time checks. Differences in times to raise, lower, extend, and retract functions are to be expected. However, times required to rotate 360° to the right and left should be approximately the same

A

50 hours/Annual

250
Q

Aerial Inspection: Check aerial cradle for secure mounting, defective welds, or structural cracks.

A

50 Hours/ Annual

251
Q

Aerial Inspection: Check base section pivot pins and lift cylinder pins for security or cracking.

A

50 Hours/ Annual

252
Q

Aerial Inspection: Aerial Drift Test, Performed together with the stabilizer jack cylinder drift test and extension cylinder drift test

A

50 Hours/ Annual

253
Q

Aerial Inspection: PTO and Hyd Pump, Check mounting and all hoses

A

50 Hours/ Annual

254
Q

Aerial Inspection: Rotation Gear Box Oil, Once changed after 50 hours, only needs to be checked for proper level every?

A

50 Hours/ Annual

400 Hours/Annual

255
Q

.Aerial Inspection: Rotation Gear Box Oil, Remove the fill plug from the rotation gear box and fill with oil as specified in The oil level should be ____ inch below the top of the fill hole.

A

1.25 to 1.5

256
Q

Aerial Inspection: Aerial Rope cable, Adjust extension and retraction cables, see service group 8300- P-033, Wire Rope (Cable) Replacement/Adjustment.

A

50 Hours/ Annual

257
Q

Aerial Function Time Checks: Elevate aerial to __ °, fully retracted, extend ladder fully—record time

A

75

258
Q

Aerial Base Side and Bottom Pads Clearance, The Min clearance to the base section is ___”

A

1/8

259
Q

Elevation Cylinder Drift Test: Fully extend & elevate aerial to ___° elevation; turn truck off. Toggle the manual control valve handle to remove pressure and wait 10 minutes.

A

60

260
Q

Fifth-Wheel Lock-Out, While rotating the aerial, monitor movement of the fifth wheel lock-out cylinder rods. If the rod movement is greater than __ inch during compression strokes (aerial side-to-side movement), the bleeding procedure must be performed.

A

1/4

261
Q

Onan Generator: Check Oil Level

A

Daily/ 8 hours

262
Q

Onan Generator: Check Fuel Level?

A

Daily/ 8 hours

263
Q

Onan Generator: Change oil first 50 hours and every?

A

Monthly/Every 100 hours

264
Q

Onan Generator: Change Fuel Filter?

A

Monthly/Every 100 hours

265
Q

Onan Generator: Drain water in fuel every?

A

Monthly/Every 100 hours

266
Q

Onan Generator: Replace Pressure Cap every

A

Every 2 years

267
Q

Onan Generator: Replace Generator Bearing every

A

Every 5 years

268
Q

Aerial Rotation is accomplished by an external tooth swing bearing, hydraulically driven by a planetary gearbox with a?

A

Drive speed reducer

269
Q

Before Placing the Aerial in Service, a Primary Inspecting of the Aerial is required. The reason for this inspection includes all the following

A

Check for proper operation & adjustment of components

Cleaning and lubrication, after initial training use & delivery travel.

270
Q

All the following are true about LAFD’s Pierce heavy aerials

A

Trussed diagonally, vertically & horizontally using welded steel tubing.

Extend height, 100 feet or 105 feet above ground at 75°

Elevation, 5° below horizontal to 75° above horizontal.

271
Q

Aerial Rotation interlock system prevents aerial from being rotated to the side on which

A

The stabilizers are short-jacked

272
Q

Holding Valves, Cartridges and a ___ to restrict ladder movement when system hydraulic pressure is not present

A

Rotational Brake

273
Q

The Peirce Aerial Ladder Construction Requirements meets NFPA Standard ___

A

1901-1999

274
Q

Ladder has a safety factor of ___ based on the rated load and a stability factor of __?

A

2:1- 1.5:1

275
Q

Stabilizer Extension Cylinders are used to __ the stabilzers?

A

Extend and Retract

276
Q

Lower Control Stations are located on both the left & right sides of the apparatus. Each lower control station contains the following

A

Stabilizer controls for left & right

Stabilizer beam In/Out Up/Down indicator light

Inclinometer for grade and slope

Emergency hydraulic power switch