Pierce Teleboom Flashcards
Teleboom manufacturer?
Pierce Manufacturing Inc.
What type is the Pierce Teleboom?
Aerial, Sky-boom 55’. Aluminum body
What year is the Pierce Teleboom?
2015-2016 Impel Chassis
What chassis is the Pierce Teleboom?
Impel Chassis
What is the length of the Pierce Teleboom?
33’ 5.5”
What is the width of the Pierce Teleboom?
8’ 8.5”
What is the width w/outriggers on the Pierce Teleboom?
11’ 9”
What is the height of the Pierce Teleboom?
11’ 11”
What is the weight of the Pierce Teleboom?
55,580lbs 27.94 tons
What is the fuel capacity of the Pierce Teleboom?
65 gallons
What is the engine in the Pierce Teleboom?
Cummins ISL9, 450 hp
Motor oil for Pierce Teleboom?
28 quarts 15w40
DEF fluid tank for Pierce Teleboom?
4.5 gallons
Transmission for Pierce Teleboom?
Allison, 5th Gen,
3000 EVS P
What is the trans fluid for the Pierce Teleboom?
19 quarts TES-295 Synthetic
Suspension for the Pierce Teleboom?
Front TAK-4, 22,800lb
Booster tank for the Pierce Teleboom?
500 gallon, Poly
What is the pump for the Pierce Teleboom?
Hale, QMAX-XS-150, 1500gpm, single stage
What is the wheelbase for the Pierce Teleboom?
210”
Front tires for the Pierce Teleboom?
425/65R 22.5, 20 ply
Back tires for the Pierce Teleboom?
315/80R 22.5, 20 ply
What is the aerial for the Pierce Teleboom?
Sky-Boom 55’, Alum Body
What is the ground clearance for the Pierce Teleboom?
12”
What is the proper inflation for the tires on the Pierce Teleboom?
120psi cold front, 130 psi cold back
___ must be at the top of the tire when checking the pressure due to ___ inside the tires?
Valve stems, balancing beads
How do you run the transmission diagnostics on the Pierce Teleboom?
Push the UP & DOWN arrows on gear shift panel simultaenously
How do you check the coolant level on the Pierce Teleboom?
Lift the cab and look at the radiator bulb
What are the steps to raise the cab on the Pierce Teleboom?
- Start apparatus
- Park on level surface
- Set parking brake
- Secure loose items in cab
- No obstructions in tilt path
- Set outriggers
- Raise the boom high enough to move out of tilt path
- Turn control switch to UP
- Press tether switch until cab fully tilts
- Swing safety Stay-Arm into pocket
- Lower cab onto Stay- Arm BEFORE going under tilted cab
What are the steps to lower the cab on the Pierce Teleboom?
- Check that no persons or objects are in tilt path
- Make sure parking brake is still set
- Turn control switch to UP
- Press tether switch to raise cab off Stay-Arm
- Stow and secure Stay-Arm
- Turn control switch to DN
- Press tether switch until cab fully lowers and for 5 secs after cab comes to rest
- make sure cab is latched before operating vehicle
How do you check the engine oil and transmission fluid on the Pierce Teleboom?
Open the Middle Rear compartment door inside cab to gain access. Check engine oil with the Yellow dipstick and make sure the reading is between ADD and Full marks. The transmission cap is Red and make sure the reading is between ADD and Full marks on the dipstick connected to the cap.
Where is the oil fill cap located in the Pierce Teleboom?
The oil fill cap is Yellow and right next to the dipstick. It should be filled with SAE 15w40.
How do you check the power steering fluid level on Pierce Teleboom?
Access through the front hood. Reservoir is located on driver’s side far corner. Use ATF Dextron III.
What should you do before operating the Pierce Teleboom apparatus?
The apparatus operator should be familiar with the operators manual furnished by Pierce manufacturers for procedures and recommendations on engine starting and use.
After pushing the ignition button you should ___ to let the Pierce Teleboom rig go through its pre checks.
Wait 5-7 seconds.
What should the oil pressure gauge read for adequate pressure after the engine starts on the Pierce Teleboom?
Adequate pressure is 20-30psi.
What should the air pressure gauge for the air brakes read during startup of the Pierce Teleboom?
90-120psi
What color is the parking brake on the Pierce Teleboom?
Yellow
Push the ___ to allow 5th gear on the Pierce Teleboom.
Mode button
Where is the EMERG. SHUT DOWN button located on the Pierce Teleboom?
To the right of the steering column.