TB 131 Holmatro Self-Contained Rescue Tool

Question 1

The model used by the LAFD is the ____ Combi-Tool.

Answer 1

BCT 3120

Question 2

Also, because the tool runs on battery power it produces___, which enables it to be used ___ for industrial incidents or any other time where the accumulation of exhaust fumes would keep you from using gasoline powered extrication equipment.

Answer 2

zero emissions / indoors

Question 3

Although self-contained, this tool is ____ safe.

Answer 3

not intrinsically

Question 4

The BCT 3120 is powered by a ___ battery pack which is attached to the top of the unit and locked into place with a stainless steel spring clip.

Answer 4

24 volt D.C. Dewalt

Question 5

When depressing and holding the button down for ___ seconds the tool will turn off.

Answer 5

three

Question 6

The control handle is of the dual dead-man design which when rotated to the ___ (when facing the rear of the tool) will increase the ____ of the electric motor and cause the spreader/cutter arms to open.

Answer 6

right / rpm

Question 7

At the rear of the control handle is a___ point which is covered by a protective cap. This accessory is ___ part of the standard inventory or normally used by LAFD Companies.

Answer 7

12 volt jumper cable connection / not

Question 8

The unique feature of a hydraulic combination, or combi-tool, is that it has the ability to ___.

Answer 8

spread and cut materials

Question 9

Maximum spreading travel

Answer 9

10½ “

Question 10

Maximum spreading force (back of tips)

Answer 10

11,690 lbs.

Question 11

Maximum spreading force (along arm)

Answer 11

35,970 lbs.

Question 12

Maximum cutting force (in notch)

Answer 12

49,000 lbs.

Question 13

Allowable operating pressure

Answer 13

10,500 psi.

Question 14

Weight, ready to use

Answer 14

33 lbs.

Question 15

If during the operation of the tool the control handle is not turned for ___ seconds, the motor will slow to “idle” speed and conserve battery power.

Answer 15

three

Question 16

After ___ seconds of non use the unit will shut off.

Answer 16

30

Question 17

When finished with the tool, close the spreader/cutter arms leaving ___ between the tips and press and hold the on/off button for three seconds to shut the unit off.

Answer 17

¼”

Question 18

To achieve the best results for battery life, they should be charged in a dry environment between ____.

Answer 18

65°F and 75°

Question 19

The battery can become damaged if it is charged below _____.

Answer 19

40°F and above 105°F

Question 20

The batteries have a ___ cycle life and should last over ___ years if stored and charged properly.

Answer 20

400 – 500 / two

Question 21

Every time a battery is placed on the charger it uses _____ life.

Answer 21

one cycle

Question 22

A loose nut should be retightened to___ lbs. of torque.

Answer 22

75 ft.

Question 23

Once a year the BCT3120 should be taken to the small engine repair shop for annual maintenance. At this time the spreader/cutter arms should be____

Answer 23

disassembled, cleaned, inspected, re-lubed and reassembled.