TB 131 - Holmatro Self-Contained Rescue Tool Flashcards
The SCRT was designed primarily for what purposes?
Vehicle extrication
The SCRT is capable of producing how many pounds of spreading and cutting force?
Thousands
The model SCRT used by the LAFD is what?
BCT 3120 combi-tool
The SRCT tool can be useful in what incidents?
Vehicle-over-the-side
Confined space rescue
Because the SCRT runs on battery power it produces zero what enabling it for indoors or other incidents where exhaust fumes accumulate?
Emissions
Is the SCRT intrinsically safe?
No
The SCRT is powered by what volt DC battery?
24 volt
What brand battery does it use?
Dewalt
Where is the dewalt battery attached to the SCRT?
Top of unit with stainless steel spring clip
When sliding the battery forward into the tray, it should make a noticeable “what” when properly seated?
“Click”
The SCRT comes with how many batteries and a 12 volt charger?
2 batteries
To turn the unit off press and hold the button for how many seconds?
3 seconds
The control handle is what kind of design?
Dual dead man
Rotating the handle in what direction when facing the rear of tool will increase rpm of electric motor and cause it to open?
Right
To close the spreader/cutter, rotate the handle in what direction?
Left
At the rear of the control handle is a how many volt jumper cable connection which is not standard inventory or normally used by LAFD companies?
12 volt
The small cable loop attaching the cap to the tool is also one attachment point for what?
Carrying strap
The one piece carrying handle is attached to the bottom of the tool by how many bolts?
2
What kind of loading can cause damage to the tool as well as potentially injure the rescuer?
Side loading
Maximum spread of the tool is how many inches?
10 1/2”
Maximum spreading force of the tool (back of tips) is what?
11,690 pounds
Maximum spreading force of tool (along arm) is what?
35,970 pounds
Maximum cutting force of the tool (in notch) is what?
49,000 pounds
Allowable operating pressure of the tool is what?
10,500 psi
How much does the tool weigh?
33 pounds
When the unit is turned on green LED lights illuminate and motor will run at a slow what speed?
“Idle”
Operate the tools as needed to complete what?
The task at hand
If during operation the control handle is not turned for how many seconds the motor will slow to idle speed?
3 seconds
After how many seconds of non use will the unit shut off?
30 seconds
When finished with the tool bring the tips to how many inches of opening and shut off?
1/4”
The battery will reach its maximum capacity after it has been charged and discharged how many times?
A number of times
The battery should be charged in dry environments between what degrees for best battery life?
65-75 psi
The battery can become damaged if charged at what degrees?
Below 40
Above 105
The batteries have a cycle life of how long?
400-500
The batteries should last over how many years if stored and charged properly?
2 years
Every time a battery is placed on a charger it loses how many cycles of life?
1 cycle
The best method for keeping batteries charged is to leave them on a charger with an uninterrupted what?
Power supply
What are the daily checks of the tool?
Replace battery
Snap battery into place
Start tool, green lights and idle power should be present
What are the weekly and after each use checks?
Turn on and operate open and close 2 times
Inspect tool
Pivot bolt tightened to 75 ft pounds
What are the annual checks of the tool?
Taken to shops for maintenance
Hydraulic fluid changed
Who has necessary tools to torque pivot bolt nut?
Small engine repair shop
Heavy rescue
What are the proper PPEs to be used with the tool?
Helmet
Gloves
Goggles
Protective clothing
Never cut into parts under what?
Hydraulic/pneumatic pressure
Live voltage
Mechanical stress
Is the tool designed for raising or lifting objects?
No
Can you use the tool under water?
No
Can you use the to if there is potential for explosion sue flammable or combustible gases?
No
If leaking hydraulic fluid stop immediately and contact who?
Small engine shop
