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Chp 2 Flashcards

1
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Maint required by

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NFPA 1002

NFPA 1071 is for mechanics

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Maintenance def

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Keeping apparatus in a state of usefulness. Intended to reduce unexpected and catastrophic failures

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Repair def

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To restore that which is inoperable

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4
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Drivers can fix/inspect

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Batteries
Braking system
Coolant system
Electrical system
Fuel system
Hydraulic fluids
Oil
Tires
Steering
Belts
Tools, appliances, equipment
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5
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Guideline for checks

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Inspection finds a problem
Driver documents per policy
Driver notifies immediate supervisor
Problem is followed up on per policy
Immediate if NFPA 1911 serious issue
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6
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Cleaning

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Steam cleaning may remove lubrication
May need to relube after a heavy cleaning
New apparatus need gentle washing with cold water for 6 months to harden paint
Use garden hose with no nozzle
Work top down
Dry with chamois or squeegee

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7
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Cleaning glass

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Only use paper towel. Shop towels may have grit in them.

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8
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Cleaning interior

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Vacuum, use soap or cleaner, no solvents, ventilate, careful around electronics, keep hinges and slides free of debris, lubricate per mfg

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9
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Waxing

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Not for first 6 months
Wash and dry first
Follow mfg, some new ones don’t need it

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10
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CDL

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License to drive vehicles 26,001 lbs or more

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11
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Circle or walk around method

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Start at driver door and go clockwise. Includes:
Operational readiness inspection
Pretrip road worthiness inspection

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Operational readiness inspection

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Inspect apparatus and equipment on it that its in place, clean, and ready for use

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13
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Pretrip road worthiness inspection

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Visual inspection that major chassis components are present and working

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14
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Functional check

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Operating a system or component to make sure it works

Park outside, weather permitting

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15
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Approaching the vehicle

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Look for body damage or sever lean
Terrain its parked on
Fluid leaks

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16
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Tire checks

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Type: don’t mix radial and bias-ply, same size and weight ratings based on gross axle weight
Condition: tread depth, tread separation, cupping, excessive wear on sidewalls, cuts, dry rot, cracks, impalements
Inflation: per sidewall/mfg. Max pressure on sidewall is not operating pressure.

17
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NFPA 1911 requires tires replaced 7 years, regardless

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Note

18
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Load mgt system

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Electrical monitoring system that shed electrical load in a predetermined order if the chassis voltage begins to drop below a level

19
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Overload

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Operating something above its ampacity; over time may overheat and damage equipment

20
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Load sequencer

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Turns lights on at intervals to disperse start up load

21
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Load Monitor

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Watches system for additional loads that may threaten system

22
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Load shedding

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At overload, starts dropping less important electrical equipment

23
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Manual shift transmission

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Part of poer train that turns torque from engine to rotation to wheels. Disengages trany to allow start, stop and changing gears

24
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Throw out bearing

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Pushes internal clutch fingers to pedal. Not enough play wears out, too much doesn’t fully release trans

25
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Steering wheel play

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No more than 10 degrees (2” for 20” steering wheel)

26
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Curb weight

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Weight off the assembly line, no tools etc

27
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Gross vehicle weight

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Max weight you can operate safely in ideal conditions

Side to side variance from overload should not be >7%

28
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Two categories of preventative maintenance

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Apparatus and pump

29
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20’ stopping distance

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35’

30
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Air tank alarms

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Horn stops working at 80
Alarm at 60
Spring brake at 20-45

31
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Park can hold on

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20% grade

32
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Dual braking system

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Primary: service brakes in rear

Secondary is front brake

33
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Batter check

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Date stamp and inspection eye for maint free

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