LTI QS100 Aerial Ladder Flashcards
The aerial ladder has 4 sections made up of what?
rectangular tubular steel
What is the tip load
250 lbs
What size are the hand rails if the aerial ladder
15”
What is the size of the rungs and spacing between them
1 1/2 k-brace type rungs 14” on center with replaceable rug covers
Length of the aerial retracted
31.8’
Length of the aerial extended
94’
Elevated height of the aerial
100’
Aerial And ground jacks are what type of operated system
Hydraulic
The ___ off of the chassis transmission, powers a hydraulic pump.
PTO
The hydraulic pump is an ___piston, variable displacement type pump with a capacity of ___gpm.
Axial
20
Hydraulic oil is supplied from an all steel reservoir with a capacity of __ gallons.
40
consists of double-box beams and jacks, powered by double-acting hydraulic cylinders, integral-holding valves and manual pin locks as back-up locks
Outrigger system
Dual, double-acting hydraulic cylinders with integral holding valves are used to elevate?
The aerial ladder
Aerial elevation ranges
-4 - 75 degrees
___ is mounted to the main section of the aerial, shows the angle of elevation of the ladder. Angle values are used to determine proper loading as identified by the Aerial Load Chart.
Liquid filled gauge
___ is mounted to the control pedestal, identifies aerial capabilities of reach, height and capacity to permit safe and efficient use of the unit.
The aerial load chart
______ and ______attach the aerial to the chassis; thus providing 360o continuous rotation.
Antifriction ball bearing and ring gear
Rotation is achieved through a ______reduction drive powered by a _____ motor.
Planetary gear
Hydraulic
An automatic ____type brake is used to stop the rotation of the aerial.
Disc
_____and_____of the aerial is provided by dual, extension/retraction cylinders and cable-drive combination.
Extension and retraction
The power take off (PTO) Is mounted where?
On the transmission
When the PTO is turned on what fluid goes to the PTO?
Transmission fluid
A clutch within the PTO engages the shaft that transfers power to the ______
Hydraulic pump
The PTO transmits the mechanical force developed by the _____to drive the main hydraulic pump.
Engine
Pressure will _____in the circuit to that required for moving the actuators and performing elements, integral of the pump, and will not allow pressure to build up beyond the circuit’s operating requirement. As the control is returned to _____ (centered), pressure decreases.
Increase
Neutral
With the pump operating and all function controls in neutral, the oil merely circulates within the?
Pump cavity under negligible pressure
Relief valves also protect components from damage due to
Excessive pressure build up
The variable displacement type pump will create ____psi and approximately __gpm.
2800psi
20 gpm
____ is an all steel welded construction with removable clean out access, integral baffles, filter, and strainer; gated suction, drain valves and magnetic drain plugs.
Hydraulic reservoir
The aerial main control valve opens when the ____ is depressed or the emergency _______solenoid is actuated.
Dead-man
Blocking valve
Three other spool valves are the aerial control spool valves; which operate _______, _______motor, and ______cylinders. The three aerial control spool valves are mechanically linked to the aerial control levers.
Hoisting cylinders
Rotation motor
Extension
The aerial electrical system is a single wire; negative ground return type, utilizing the _________as ground.
Apparatus frame
Power from the tractor’s system is transferred to the aerial through the _____________. The coupling consists of numerous sets of brushes and brush holder assemblies, collector rings and connectors which provide uninterrupted current flow to the aerial circuits through 360o of aerial rotation.
Electrical swivel coupling
The power take off (PTO) switch is an electric switch that energizes a _____, which allows transmission fluid to the PTO.
Solenoid
The PTO switch will not be energized until the transmission is in the _____position, and the ________ is set.
Neutral
Parking brake
A _______mounted on the PTO senses pressure inside the PTO and energizes the PTO engaged indicator light adjacent to the PTO switch.
Pressure switch
is spring loaded and mounted at each outrigger control box.
Emergency Power Unit (EPU)
Activating and holding the switch in the ON position activates the emergency power unit during ______or _______failure.
ELECTRICAL
HYDRAULIC
EpU: The electric switch is wired to work even with the______off
Battery switch
The communication system provides two-way conversational capabilities between personnel at the _____ and the aerial control _____
Ladder tip
Pedestal
Operating controls are located on the master control unit and provide the following:
Listen volume, push to talk, talk volume
______System works in conjunction with the outrigger/aerial interlock system and will not allow the aerial/turntable to be rotated into an area which is not supported by fully deployed outriggers.
The rotation limiting
_____permits use of the aerial with a “not fully deployed” outrigger, but the Rotation Limiting System limits the aerial’s movement to the side with the fully deployed outrigger.
Override switch
Danger: Do not rely on apparatus tipping to determine _____capacities.
Maximum load
Personnel on the ladder should maintain a distance of ___feet apart. Load distribution (distance and weight) shall not exceed rated capacities shown on the Load Chart.
10’
_______must be applied before outrigger operation can be initiated. _______ must be in place ahead of and behind the front steering axle tires.
Parking brakes
Chock blocks
Keep away from dangerous banks and areas of uncertain footing. Avoid areas such as streams, canals, riverbanks and sandy terrain. The auxiliary ________are intended for use every time the outriggers are deployed.
Jack pads
Caution: When using the auxiliary jack pads under icy or slippery conditions, ______ the standing surface before placing the jack pad under the outrigger to prevent a sliding condition.
Rough up
Caution: Never set the outrigger jack over a _____or ____cover. Also, beams should not bridge the street and the curb.
Storm drain
Manhole cover
Operating “over the side” requires that the beams on the applicable side of the apparatus be _____to full limit travel, with the respective jack extended to contact solid, load-bearing surface.
Extended
Danger: Never operate the aerial ladder on the same side as a
Short-jack outrigger
The aerial is designed with its maximum strength available in the unsupported configuration. ________introduces component stress, resulting in reduced load capacities.
Reverse loading
Position the ladder approximately ___inches to ____ inches above the objective.
6”
12”
Never rapidly reverse swing directions. _____the control lever movement in both directions.
Feather
Suddenly reversing swing direction could ______personnel, resulting in serious injury and can cause damage to the swing system and/or the ladder structure.
Dislodge