Engineer Flashcards
Fluids that can be checked & maintained by station crews.
Motor oil, transmission fluid, coolant, DEF, & power steering fluid.
When viewing the underside of the engine, what should be checked for leaks?
Motor, transmission, pump transfer case, & drive train
Hydraulic tips should be stored with a _______ gap between the tips.
1/2”
Safety or operational concerns shall be brought to the attention of the _________________immediately with an appropriate logbook entry.
Company officer
Booster tank and foam tank levels must be checked by ________________ into the tank
Visual observation.
Proper air brake pressure for front & rear brakes.
> 100 PSI
Minimum tread depth:
4/32” or when tread wear indicators are even with the tire tread.
Once started, the motor must run until it reaches ____________________.
Normal operating temperature.
Portable O2 tanks- ensure tank pressure is_______________.
> 1,000 PSI.
Do not trigger the air chisel unless the chisel head is in contact with a _______________.
Solid material
Air chisel bottle pressure should be______________.
> 4,000 PSI
Chain saw. Use ________________ for bar oil lubricant.
Motor oil
Add ________________ to newly acquired gas.
Fuel stabilizer
Rotate older gas to use with _________________and keep fresh gas on apparatus.
Lawn equipment
Apply wax ____________or in accordance with the company maintenance schedule.
Monthly
Bleed all _______ air tanks beneath the engine.
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(For air thank beneath the engine)
Open the valve and bleed until the discharging air is ________________.
Free of moisture
Ensure strainers are present in __________intakes.
2 1/2”
Clean all threads on the pump and appliances and apply ___________ as needed.
Grease
The intake valve shall be removed and cleaned. Inspect internal casing for rust or sediment buildup and proper operation of the valve. Clean and lubricate the Storz connection gasket, internal threads (piston intakes) and bleeder valve. If the swivel does not move freely apply __________________ and work until loose.
Soapy water
Back-flush
With the pump disengaged pressurize the _______________side of the pump from a hydrant.
Discharge
Chainsaws shall be thoroughly inspected and cleaned. Inspect air filter, remove, and clean if indicated. Remove chain assembly and clean chain drive. Use ______________ to remove debris from hard to reach areas.
Air pressure
Clean air tools with ______________ and dry thoroughly
Soapy water
Apply __________ drops of air tool oil into the blade end and operate.
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