DTM #4 Apparatus Maintnence (bi-monthly) Flashcards
Preheater cords on diesel apparatus are plugged in and maintained engine coolant temperature above _____
Above 120°F
Airbrakes, slack adjusters should never go beyond
90°
Clutch free play is determined by using
A Quarter
Know 972 cold
P.m. schedules and daily pre-checks of the Partman apparatus are integral part of apparatus preventative maintenance
During daily pre-checks potential mechanical problems can be found and corrected before they become larger/expensive repairs
Know 972 cold
Study section gauge to determine max back in developed which should be at least_______
20” of mercury
Wipers shall not be operated on a dry windshield or with defective blades
True
Apply light coat of _______ to compression release arm a, shaft and pins (diesel)
SAE 30 engine oil
The compression release arm shafts and pans, apply light coating of ____
SAE 30 engine oil
The radiator cap and AP gasket should be inspected for proper seating in sealing on Radiator fill neck how often?
Bi-Monthly
The distributor outside should be cleaned with a dry cloth, maybe moistened with what?
Kerosene
Air filter units are usually mounted on rear of compression casing or on the outboard side of what?
Compressor
Any joints not equipped with a lubrication fitting and of a design requiring lubrication, shall be lubricated monthly with a light coat of _______
Engine oil
What is the first item to check in cab during pre-check?
That your seat is adjusted
When do we check for loose Lugnuts on apparatus?
pre-check
Wedge type of brakes are ______ adjusting
Self adjusting
Pushrod travel cannot be checked with ________ applied
Spring brakes
Always keep fuel tank full to avoid _______
Condensation
Any joint not equipped with a zerk fitting and needing lube, shall be lubricated monthly with a light coat of ______
Engine oil
Maintenance is set forth in logbooks, volumes, and instructions from S&M
True
Cooling system hoses should have a live
Rubber feel
When to perform rig pre-check?
Each morning at relief
Any other time during the day when a change of relief is required
After each incident when Rig or it’s equipment is used
Build tension should not allow more than ______ “ deflection
1/2” deflection
Heavy apparatus is define over _______ cubic inches
465 in.³
Who is ultimately responsible for condition of apparatus
Station commander responsible for apparatus under their command
Air compressor air filter unit cleaned every _______ or more often is used in the past or dirt
2 Months
Alternator or generator external rectifiers will be carefully clean of dirt with a dry cloth how often?
Bi monthly
If rust, scale, oil film or other impurities are evident in coolant notify shops of such condition and be guided by their instruction
True
Never take your reading immediately after H2O has been added
True
Apparatus maintenance for the engineer
Perform apparatus pre-check each morning at relief and any other time during the day when a change of relief is required and after each incident when apparatus or is equipment used
As a final check, make sure all helmets and turnouts hung or stored on, do not damage vehicle finish