Pump Ops Chpt 2 Flashcards
Some basic preventive maintenance tasks maybe performed by the driver operator while others are normally carried out by apparatus mechanics. _________ provides a basis to train and certify fire apparatus mechanics and fire department maintenance officers
NFPA 1071 standard for emergency vehicle technician professional qualifications
The _______ responsibilities of the driver/operator vary by jurisdiction however minor deficiencies such as low fluid levels or burned out bulbs are often corrected as part of the maintenance function of the driver operator
Maintenance/repair
A particular method of performing an apparatus inspection is referred to as the ____________.
Circle or walk around method
Two types of inspections are actually conducted during the walk around inspection the __________ and the vehicle__________.
Operational readiness and Pretrip road worthiness test
The driver/begins the walk around inspection at the drivers door on the cab and works around the apparatus in a clockwise pattern. Check each important area as you circle the vehicle. Get in the cab, start the apparatus and perform a _________ on apparatus systems.
Functional check
The sides of the apparatus may be identified by different names in various departments. Driver/operators should use the terms commonly accepted in their departments. Some jurisdictions use______others use_______.
Street side/curb side others driver side/officer side
The correct tire for any commercial vehicle is determined after the vehicles specifications are final. Tire selections are based on __________ for the apparatus.
Gross axle weight ratings
NFPA 1911 requires all tires be replaced every _______.
7 years
The _________ turns on various lights on at specified intervals so that start up electrical load for all devices does not occur at the same time.
Load sequencer
The ______ watches the system for any added electrical loads that threaten to overload the system.
Load monitor
If any overload occurs, the load monitor will shut down less important electrical equipment in order to prevent the overload. This is referred to as _______.
Load shedding
__________ is the distance the pedal must be pushed before the throw out bearing actually contacts the clutch release.
Free play
Often gross vehicle weight ratings is confused with ________. ________ is the weight of an empty fire apparatus fresh off the assembly line with no tools, water, equipment, or passengers.
Curb weight
In general ________, should be no more than 10 degrees in either direction. On a 20 inch diameter steering wheel the play may be about 2 inches in either direction.
Steering wheel play
Driver/operators should be aware of vehicles around them that are over grossed. Vehicles that sway from side to side and vehicles that seem to be resting on their axles are seen everyday on roadways. Per NFPA 1901 and 1911 a side to side variance in writ should not exceed ______.
7 percent.
