Volume 2 - On-Site Power Flashcards
Generators
What type of corrosion is known to be the most common and destructive and occurs when two different types of metal contact each other with moisture present?
Lesson 1 General Tasks (M2L1)
Galvanic
M2L1T1 - Principles of Corrosion Control (5.1)
Which is a temporary protection of painted or unpainted surfaces where the coating system has been damaged or removed?
Lesson 1 General Tasks (M2L1)
Compound
M2L1T1 - Principles of Corrosion Control (5.1)
Which mechanical removal type uses abrasive paper to remove light corrosion not deeply pitted into metal?
Lesson 1 General Tasks (M2L1)
Sanding
M2L1T1 - Principles of Corrosion Control (5.1)
Which common cleaning removal type combines mechanical force from spray with the reactions of the chemicals used in the solutions?
Lesson 1 General Tasks (M2L1)
Spray washing
M2L1T1 - Principles of Corrosion Control (5.1)
What is the purpose of installing engine pre-heating devices?
Lesson 1 General Tasks (M2L1)
To prevent damage caused by cold starts and rapid acceleration to rated RPM.
M2L1T2 - Types of Engine Pre-Heating Devices (5.2)
What is a weakness of the Direct Immersion (Coolant Type) pre-heating device?
Lesson 1 General Tasks (M2L1)
Heat loss over distances creates cold pockets.
M2L1T2 - Types of Engine Pre-Heating Devices (5.2)
Which method of coolant pre-heating functions strictly operates off on-board battery voltage?
Lesson 1 General Tasks (M2L1)
Fuel-fired
M2L1T2 - Types of Engine Pre-Heating Devices (5.2)
Which method of air pre-heating functions strictly operates off on-board batter voltage?
Lesson 1 General Tasks (M2L1)
Glow plugs
M2L1T2 - Types of Engine Pre-Heating Devices (5.2)
Which component is used to set the required charging profile depending on the battery type?
Lesson 1 General Tasks (M2L1)
Charging Quick Set Selector
M2L1T3 - Battery Charger Components and Theory of Operation (5.4.1)
Which component allows the user to select the battery pre-charge status?
Lesson 1 General Tasks (M2L1)
Maintainer Quick Set Selector
M2L1T3 - Battery Charger Components and Theory of Operation (5.4.1)
What will occur after connecting the charger and not making a charging quick set selection within 10 minutes?
Lesson 1 General Tasks (M2L1)
Will default to a safe maintainer mode.
M2L1T3 - Battery Charger Components and Theory of Operation (5.4.1)
After the battery has completed charging, the batter charger will enter which mode of operation?
Lesson 1 General Tasks (M2L1)
Conditioning Battery Mode
M2L1T3 - Battery Charger Components and Theory of Operation (5.4.1)
When the piston begins to travel downward in the cylinder, what occurs?
Lesson 2 Engine Fundamentals
Creates a vacuum.
M2L2T1 - Components and Theory of Operation of a Gasoline Engine (8.1.1)
When fuel is mixed with air and ignited by an electric spark from the ignition system, what occurs?
Lesson 2 Engine Fundamentals
Combustion
M2L2T1 - Components and Theory of Operation of a Gasoline Engine (8.1.1)
What is the purpose of the flywheel?
Lesson 2 Engine Fundamentals
Stores rotational energy to ensure rotation of the crankshaft.
M2L2T1 - Components and Theory of Operation of a Gasoline Engine (8.1.1)
If the piston reaches its upper limit of travel, what is it called?
Lesson 2 Engine Fundamentals
Top Dead Center.
M2L2T1 - Components and Theory of Operation of a Gasoline Engine (8.1.1)
How many complete revolutions of the crankshaft are required for a two-stroke engine?
Lesson 2 Engine Fundamentals
One
M2L2T2 - Two Stroke Engine (8.2.1.1)
What type of valves are located in the overhead valve train of a two-stroke diesel engine?
Lesson 2 Engine Fundamentals
Exhaust
M2L2T2 - Two Stroke Engine (8.2.1.1)
What supplies fresh air to the air box in a two-stroke diesel engine?
Lesson 2 Engine Fundamentals
Blower
M2L2T2 - Two Stroke Engine (8.2.1.1)
When does the intake event begin on a two-stroke diesel engine?
Lesson 2 Engine Fundamentals
When the piston uncovers the intake ports.
M2L2T2 - Two Stroke Engine (8.2.1.1)
If coolant comes into direct contact with the cylinder liner, then what type of liner is used?
Lesson 2 Engine Fundamentals
A wet liner.
M2L2T3 - Four Stroke Diesel Engines (8.2.1.2)
If the cylinder head forms the top of the combustion chamber, then what component forms the bottom of the combustion chamber?
Lesson 2 Engine Fundamentals
The piston.
M2L2T3 - Four Stroke Diesel Engines (8.2.1.2)
What is the purpose of a four-stroke diesel engine?
Lesson 2 Engine Fundamentals
Convert the chemical energy of burning fuel into the mechanical energy of an engine.
M2L2T3 - Four Stroke Diesel Engines (8.2.1.2)
Which of the following is a major advantage of a diesel engine over gaseous engines?
Lesson 2 Engine Fundamentals
Fuel efficiency
M2L2T3 - Four Stroke Diesel Engines (8.2.1.2)
Seals are comprised of what?
Lesson 2 Engine Fundamentals
High grade flexible rubber compounds.
M2L2T4 - Replace Engine Seals and Gaskets (8.2.4.6)
What should be done to prevent cross threading?
Lesson 2 Engine Fundamentals
Start all fasteners by hand before tightening with tools.
M2L2T4 - Replace Engine Seals and Gaskets (8.2.4.6)
What is the purpose of a gasket?
Lesson 2 Engine Fundamentals
Provides a mechanical seal between non-rotating parts.
M2L2T4 - Replace Engine Seals and Gaskets (8.2.4.6)
When should gasket sealant be used?
Lesson 2 Engine Fundamentals
Only as directed.
M2L2T4 - Replace Engine Seals and Gaskets (8.2.4.6)
Which of these will cause a loss of coolant?
Lesson 2 Engine Fundamentals
Faulty radiator cap.
M2L2T5 - Gasoline Engine Malfunctions (8.1.2)
If a gasoline engine lubricating system is showing low oil pressure, which will NOT be the cause?
Lesson 2 Engine Fundamentals
Low level of urea.
M2L2T5 - Gasoline Engine Malfunctions (8.1.2)
What is a common cause of high temperature coolant system malfunction?
Lesson 2 Engine Fundamentals
Thermostat stuck closed.
M2L2T5 - Gasoline Engine Malfunctions (8.1.2)
In a gasoline engine, what would cause a lower power output in relation to the intake and exhaust system?
Lesson 2 Engine Fundamentals
Restricted intake or silencer.
M2L2T5 - Gasoline Engine Malfunctions (8.1.2)
What is one cause of air in the fuel lines?
Lesson 2 Engine Fundamentals
Running out of fuel
M2L2T6 - Diesel Engine Malfunctions (8.2.2)
What can “knock”?
Lesson 2 Engine Fundamentals
Over advanced time of the injector
M2L2T6 - Diesel Engine Malfunctions (8.2.2)
What will cause a generator to wet stack?
Lesson 2 Engine Fundamentals
Insufficient load
M2L2T6 - Diesel Engine Malfunctions (8.2.2)
EPA standards may require what to be used?
Lesson 2 Engine Fundamentals
Diesel exhaust fluid
M2L2T6 - Diesel Engine Malfunctions (8.2.2)
What component moves oil from the oil pan and delivers it throughout the engine?
Lesson 3 Engine Lubrication System
Oil Pump
M2L3T1 - Engine Lubrication System Components & Theory of Operations (10.1)
What is the purpose of an oil filter?
Lesson 3 Engine Lubrication System
To remove unwanted contaminates.
M2L3T1 - Engine Lubrication System Components & Theory of Operations (10.1)
What is the purpose of the oil cooler?
Lesson 3 Engine Lubrication System
To remove excess heat from oil to help retain the lubricating qualities of the oil.
M2L3T1 - Engine Lubrication System Components & Theory of Operations (10.1)
Which component stabilizes oil pressure at all speeds?
Lesson 3 Engine Lubrication System
Oil Pressure Relief Valve
M2L3T1 - Engine Lubrication System Components & Theory of Operations (10.1)
What component will be used to air in a cold engine start?
Lesson 4 Engine Fuel System
Choke
M2L4T1 - Gas Fuel System Components and Theory of Operation (11.1.1)
Which of these does NOT provide a form of fuel filtration?
Lesson 4 Engine Fuel System
Reverse-osmosis
M2L4T1 - Gas Fuel System Components and Theory of Operation (11.1.1)
When would a fuel transfer pump be used?
Lesson 4 Engine Fuel System
When gravity feed will not be possible or practical.
M2L4T1 - Gas Fuel System Components and Theory of Operation (11.1.1)
What is the function of the intake valves?
Lesson 4 Engine Fuel System
To control the entry of the air/fuel mixture into the combustion chambers.
M2L4T1 - Gas Fuel System Components and Theory of Operation (11.1.1)