Inspection Cycles Flashcards
Cleaning is ___
is the best method of visual and tactile inspection
Members should avoid directing high-pressure spray at ____
Rubber seals
In all cases where power washers are used, lubrication____
Should be done the same day cleaning takes place, and in no case later than the next day.
Members using power wash equipment shall avoid injection of high pressure water into_____
Boots, seals, bearings, and electrical components
The most significant damage to apparatus from pressure washers occurs when water is sprayed into ___
electrical and electronic components such as the alternator, diodes, wiring connectors, and engine control electronics.
Manual of Operation Section 7/1-48.26 prohibits station personnel from using ___
Industrial steam cleaners.
Lubrication products
Chevron “black pearl” chassis grease, aqualube for fire pumps, engine oil 15-40.
Only to be handled by shops
Transmission oil, differential oil
Use power lube equipment with a maximum air pressure of
60 psi
Boots on steering components tear when ___
over pressurized, excessive pressure will permanently distort seals.
Areas to be lubed with hand pumped lube guns only
all steering connections with rubber boots
Painting : members shall ____ paint the undercarriage of apparatus or any portion thereof, except as noted: paint may be applied to ____
1.NOT 2. bare metal, but only when needed to protect surfaces from corrosion.
No ____ of apparatus is allowed except by S&M personnel
spraypainting.
Indications of abuse with power washers :
Paint stripping
Water in lube areas
Erosion of softer material
Water in sealed electrical components
