Electrical Troubleshooting Flashcards
What is the sequence of operation?
Indicates the progression of operation for all devices on the elementary diagram.
What is CR on an electrical diagram?
Control relay
According to the NEC when should fuses be used?
Fuses should be installed on an ungrounded conductor and never installed in a grounded conductor.
What is the meaning of a limit switch symbol with a downward pointing arrow next to it?
The same device appears on a lower line on the schematic.
Which diagram shows the arrangement of components on a control panel?
A control panel layout
Which diagram shows the actual location and routing of circuits?
They are shown on a wiring diagram
What is shown on a lighting diagram?
Location of lights, lighting panels, and receptacles, and telephone wiring.
Which diagram shows the power distribution wiring from input to transformer to output?
A riser diagram.
What is not shown on a lighting diagram?
HVAC vents and ducts
What is shown on a power installation drawing?
It only shows the power outlets.
What is the most important step in troubleshooting?
To change one componant at a time.
What kind of protection does a combination motor starter offer?
It offers overload and short circuit protection.
Circuit breaker and thermal disconnect
What type protection does a start-stop device provide?
It only provides undervoltage release. The coil drops out when voltage becomes too weak to hold in the coil. When power is restored it automatically pulls back in. Not good for heavy machinery.
What should you check if a motor stops for no reason?
First check the thermal overload relays
What are the main causes of a magnetic coil burning up or short circuiting?
Overvoltage
Excessive current
Too frequent operation
If you measure no voltage when the main contacts of the controller are closed the problem probably lies in the…..
Controller ( contacts not making up)
Basic steps to follow upon a trouble call are?
Talk with the operator, ask about conditions and availability
press start, reset overload relay
troubleshoot from there
Current ratings on contacts of control relays are usually 10A pilot duty. what types of loads to they have?
other relay coils, other contactors, or pilot lights