Unit 1

Question 1

Normally the AC volts found within the MEP-12 bare base equipment can be how high?

Answer 1

4160

Question 2

What happens if electrical current between 100 and 200 milliamperes is absorbed by the body?

Answer 2

Instant death from heart failure

Question 3

Who MUST perform the isolation of a MEP-12 generator from a PDC?

Answer 3

Qualified electrical systems personnel

Question 4

Identify the voltage that is considered HIGH voltage. High voltage is any voltage exceeding…?

Answer 4

600 VAC

Question 5

The MEP-12 generator is rated for which power factor?

Answer 5

.8

Question 6

What is the MAXIMUM distance MEP-12 can be operated when using a remotely located control panel?

Answer 6

150 feet

Question 7

MEP-12 generators are positioned so that the prevailing winds blow…?

Answer 7

In the same direction as the radiator fan

Question 8

What can you do to prevent the brakes from being applied during backing of a MEP-12 generator?

Answer 8

Block the surge brakes

Question 9

What is the MAXIMUM towing speed you are allowed to tow a MEP-12 diesel generator on paved surfaces?

Answer 9

20 MPH

Question 10

At a bare base site, how many days of fuel is expected to be maintained at each prime power generation location?

Answer 10

7

Question 11

How many connections does a fuel bladder have?

Answer 11

3

Question 12

How many feet tall should the berms be to contain a possible fuel spill at a MEP-12 fuel system layout?

Answer 12

3.5 feet tall

Question 13

During a pre-operation inspection on a MEP-12 generator the voltage regulator switch should be in which position?

Answer 13

Auto

Question 14

When starting a MEP-12 which event takes place when the engine toggle switch is released to the run position?

Answer 14

The engine will accelerate to rated speed and the voltage regulator will flash the field

Question 15

How often should you perform running checks during the time that the MEP-13 generator is online?

Answer 15

At least once an hour

Question 16

Meter readings are recorded on a MEP-12 generator every…?

Answer 16

Hour

Question 17

Motorizations occurs when….?

Answer 17

All load has been removed from the generator while it’s connected to the bus

Question 18

Which meter readings indicate motorization of a generator?

Answer 18

The kW meter at zero or lower, the ammeter is reading amperage, and the PF meter is moving off scale

Question 19

How are cross currents between parallel generators MINIMIZED if the bus voltage is low and the PF are different?

Answer 19

Raise the voltage to the lead unit

Question 20

How are crosscurents between parallel generators MINIMIZED if the bus voltage is low and the PF are the same?

Answer 20

Raise the voltage to all units