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Expeditionary Resources

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The Air Force uses which deployable assets for beddown of combat expeditionary forces?

Lesson 1 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Systems

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Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources (BEAR)

M3L1T1 - Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources (19.5.1)

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What dictates how and when BEAR assets deploy under the BEAR Order of Battle concept?

Lesson 1 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Systems

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Air & Space Expeditionary Task Force

M3L1T1 - Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources (19.5.1)

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According to BEAR Order of Battle concept, the XFAPH High Power Unit Type code provides two BEAR Power Units and what additional equipment?

Lesson 1 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Systems

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Two 10K fuel bladders

M3L1T1 - Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources (19.5.1)

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What factor should be considered to prevent environmental damage during BEAR operations?

Lesson 1 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Systems

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Hazardous waste storage and disposal

M3L1T1 - Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources (19.5.1)

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Why must total diversified load be calculated?

Lesson 1 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Systems

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To decide the correct number of low and high voltage generators.

M3L1T2 - Contingency Electrical Planning (19.5.2)

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If loads are not balanced properly between phases, how will this affect the generator?

Lesson 1 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Systems

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The generator will not support full load or regulate voltage.

M3L1T2 - Contingency Electrical Planning (19.5.2)

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If the base is located in a high threat location, what must be done to the electrical system?

Lesson 1 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Systems

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Utilize a loop system to distribute electrical power.

M3L1T2 - Contingency Electrical Planning (19.5.2)

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Why should power plants have the capability of being electrically interconnected?

Lesson 1 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Systems

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To ensure some degree of electrical generation after an attack.

M3L1T2 - Contingency Electrical Planning (19.5.2)

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Why does the Primary Switching Center allow for a safer working environment when dealing with the primary distribution system?

Lesson 1 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Systems

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Because the SF6-insulated take prevents arching.

M3L1T3 - Primary Distribution System (19.7.1)

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The contingency environment for installing a Primary Switching Center must be what?

Lesson 1 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Systems

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Firm and well drained

M3L1T3 - Primary Distribution System (19.7.1)

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3E0X1 personnel will assemble and install _____ onsite prior to making connections to the equipment.

Lesson 1 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Systems

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Load brake elbow connectors

M3L1T3 - Primary Distribution System (19.7.1)

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Why must the primary distribution cables be as short as possible when installed at a bare base?

Lesson 1 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Systems

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To prevent voltage drop at the secondary distribution center.

M3L1T3 - Primary Distribution System (19.7.1)

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On an SDC, what prevents power from being supplied to both the primary and the alternate power source?

Lesson 1 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Systems

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Positive locking bar

M3L1T4 - Secondary Distribution System (19.7.2)

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When using a 60 kW Power Distribution Panel, how many 25kW Power Distribution Panels can be connected to it?

Lesson 1 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Systems

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4

M3L1T4 - Secondary Distribution System (19.7.2)

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When installing BEAR base 60-amp secondary cable assemblies, the maximum distance of cable runs is _____, if no other alternative exists.

Lesson 1 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Systems

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800’

M3L1T4 - Secondary Distribution System (19.7.2)

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To supply power from the primary distribution system to the 16 low-voltage outputs of the Secondary Distribution Center, what must occur first?

Lesson 1 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Systems

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Get stepped down by the 150kVA transformer.

M3L1T4 - Secondary Distribution System (19.7.2)

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Maintenance personnel must exercise extreme caution at all times. What could the consequences of carelessness and accidental contact be?

Lesson 1 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Systems

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Severe injury or death

M3L1T5 - Medium Voltage Safety

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When grounding power plant units, what should be referenced?

Lesson 1 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Systems

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The technical order

M3L1T5 - Medium Voltage Safety

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What should personnel wear when performing tasks on medium voltage power distribution components?

Lesson 1 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Systems

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Arc thermal protective value rated clothing.

M3L1T5 - Medium Voltage Safety

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Who is authorized to disconnect power plant output cables?

Lesson 1 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Systems

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Electrical Systems personnel

M3L1T5 - Medium Voltage Safety

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Which generator operating mode employs an electronic governor?

Lesson 2 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources 200kW and Below

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Precise

M3L2T1 - Construction Features & Components of 200 kW or Less Mobile Generators (19.1.1.1)

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What characteristic describes an 800 series MEP unit?

Lesson 2 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources 200kW and Below

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Employs sound absorbant technology.

M3L2T1 - Construction Features & Components of 200 kW or Less Mobile Generators (19.1.1.1)

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Which MEP unit utilizes full control authority for fuel governing?

Lesson 2 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources 200kW and Below

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AMMPS

M3L2T1 - Construction Features & Components of 200 kW or Less Mobile Generators (19.1.1.1)

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What characteristic describes the legacy MEP units?

Lesson 2 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources 200kW and Below

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Primarily mechanical and electromechanical parts.

M3L2T1 - Construction Features & Components of 200 kW or Less Mobile Generators (19.1.1.1)

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When using the American Wire Gauge system for cable selection the higher the gauge number indicates what? ## Footnote Lesson 2 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources 200kW and Below
Smaller cross-sectional area ## Footnote M3L2T2 - Fundamentals of Cables (19.1.1.3.1)
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Aluminum cables are generally selected for use in what? ## Footnote Lesson 2 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources 200kW and Below
High voltage applications ## Footnote M3L2T2 - Fundamentals of Cables (19.1.1.3.1)
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If using a multi-conductor cable assembly then you must ensure? ## Footnote Lesson 2 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources 200kW and Below
The cables have the proper number of conductors for the application ## Footnote M3L2T2 - Fundamentals of Cables (19.1.1.3.1)
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The #1 criteria for selecting cables is? ## Footnote Lesson 2 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources 200kW and Below
Can the cable safely conduct the current of the load. ## Footnote M3L2T2 - Fundamentals of Cables (19.1.1.3.1)
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Prior to connecting three-phase cables to a generator, distribution panel or load, the phase cables must be? ## Footnote Lesson 2 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources 200kW and Below
Properly identified by color coding, making tape or tagging. ## Footnote M3L2T3 - Phase Identification of Cables (19.1.1.3.2)
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What could result if phase identification was not done correctly? ## Footnote Lesson 2 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources 200kW and Below
Three-phase motors turn in the opposite directions than intended. ## Footnote M3L2T3 - Phase Identification of Cables (19.1.1.3.2)
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When multiple conductors of the same insulation color go through conduit, it is necessary to? ## Footnote Lesson 2 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources 200kW and Below
Identify each phase cable prior to installation. ## Footnote M3L2T3 - Phase Identification of Cables (19.1.1.3.2)
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After the method used for phase identification is applied, it will be? ## Footnote Lesson 2 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources 200kW and Below
Permanently posted near terminals. ## Footnote M3L2T3 - Phase Identification of Cables (19.1.1.3.2)
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When stored outside, what will be the life expectancy of the BPU? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
25 years ## Footnote M3L3T1 - Construction Features of the Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resource Power Unit (19.1.2.1)
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Why does the BPU use a three-point elastomer isolation configuration when anchoring the chassis skid to the trailer assembly? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
To reduce noise and vibration. ## Footnote M3L3T1 - Construction Features of the Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resource Power Unit (19.1.2.1)
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How long will the on-board fuel system sustain engine operation if the BPU is fully loaded? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
1 hour ## Footnote M3L3T1 - Construction Features of the Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resource Power Unit (19.1.2.1)
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What feature of the BPU allows for the connection of an external DC power supply, if the onboard batteries fail? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
NATO and Aircraft plugs ## Footnote M3L3T1 - Construction Features of the Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resource Power Unit (19.1.2.1)
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If the Digital Control System on the BEAR Power Unit needed to display a warning, which color on the annunciator would illuminate? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
Yellow ## Footnote M3L3T2 - Component Identification of the Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resource (BEAR) Power Unit (19.1.2.2)
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What is needed to operate BEAR Power Units from a remote location? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
Remote operating panel software ## Footnote M3L3T2 - Component Identification of the Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resource (BEAR) Power Unit (19.1.2.2)
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When does the BEAR Power Unit utilize the pre-lubrication pump? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
During startup ## Footnote M3L3T2 - Component Identification of the Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resource (BEAR) Power Unit (19.1.2.2)
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After BPU engine start up, which component supplies power to the DC system? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
Battery charging alternator ## Footnote M3L3T2 - Component Identification of the Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resource (BEAR) Power Unit (19.1.2.2)
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What is the purpose of properly spacing BPU’s during installation? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
To provide room for maintenance access and adequate air supply. ## Footnote M3L3T3 - Installation Requirements for the BEAR Power Unit (19.1.2.6)
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When selecting a site for the BPU, what is the maximum acceptable ground slope for installation? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
+/-8 degrees ## Footnote M3L3T3 - Installation Requirements for the BEAR Power Unit (19.1.2.6)
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What is the recommended height of a sunshade over a BPU? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
20' ## Footnote M3L3T3 - Installation Requirements for the BEAR Power Unit (19.1.2.6)
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Why must the distance between the fuel bladders and the BPU not exceed 100 feet? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
The on-board fuel transfer pump does not generate enough negative pressure. ## Footnote M3L3T3 - Installation Requirements for the BEAR Power Unit (19.1.2.6)
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When operating the BPU in a humid environment, what is necessary to prevent condensation buildup within the fuel tank? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
Refuel more often. ## Footnote M3L3T4 - Other Than Normal Generator Operations of the BEAR Power Unit (19.1.2.8)
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When operating the BPU in temperatures below -25F, the Digital Control System uses what to heat the coolant for proper engine startup? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
Fuel-fired coolant heater ## Footnote M3L3T4 - Other Than Normal Generator Operations of the BEAR Power Unit (19.1.2.8)
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When the BPU fuel looks cloudy during cold temperature operations, then the fuel has reached what point? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
Cloud point ## Footnote M3L3T4 - Other Than Normal Generator Operations of the BEAR Power Unit (19.1.2.8)
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Operating the BPU in temperatures about 125F may require the installation of _____ to prevent solar heat buildup on generators and fuel sources. ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
Sunshades ## Footnote M3L3T4 - Other Than Normal Generator Operations of the BEAR Power Unit (19.1.2.8)
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If the engine oil used in the BEAR Power Unit is 15W-40, then it would get drained and refilled during which scheduled inspection? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
400 hours ## Footnote M3L3T5 - Mechanical Periodic Inspection Requirements of the BEAR Power Unit (BPU) (19.1.2.9.1)
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During the 4000-hour inspection, the BEAR Power Unit’s battery charging alternator belt is replaced to. ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
Ensure proper speed of the alternator and continue to provide proper voltage. ## Footnote M3L3T5 - Mechanical Periodic Inspection Requirements of the BEAR Power Unit (BPU) (19.1.2.9.1)
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When would depot maintenance personnel complete an overhaul of the BEAR Power Unit? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
After 24,000 hours of operation ## Footnote M3L3T5 - Mechanical Periodic Inspection Requirements of the BEAR Power Unit (BPU) (19.1.2.9.1)
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If water or sediment is found in the BEAR Power Unit primary fuel water separators during the daily inspection, personnel would? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
Remove all contaminants to prevent damage to the fuel system components. ## Footnote M3L3T5 - Mechanical Periodic Inspection Requirements of the BEAR Power Unit (BPU) (19.1.2.9.1)
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Which electrical scheduled inspection requires the BPU chassis ground connection to be checked for security and resistance value? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
Every 400 hours ## Footnote M3L3T6 - BPU Electrical Periodic Inspections (19.1.2.9.2)
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Why must the BPU’s load ground connection, output terminals and parking stands be inspected daily? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
To prevent arc flash hazards. ## Footnote M3L3T6 - BPU Electrical Periodic Inspections (19.1.2.9.2)
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During an annual/8800-hour inspection of the BPU, ensure the entire circuit breaker and operating mechanisms are inspected for what? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
Loose parts or connections. ## Footnote M3L3T6 - BPU Electrical Periodic Inspections (19.1.2.9.2)
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What must be done if corrosion is discovered during a daily inspection of the BPU’s battery and connections? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
Remove the corrosion according to the technical order. ## Footnote M3L3T6 - BPU Electrical Periodic Inspections (19.1.2.9.2)
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What is the first step in viewing inactive or intermittent faults using the InPower BPU service tool? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
Selecting [FAULTS], and then selecting [FAULT OCCURENCES] ## Footnote M3L3T7 - BPU Engine and Electrical Fault System Codes (19.1.2.10.2 & 2)
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What is the purpose of Shutdown, Fault and Warning Codes? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
Aid in troubleshooting of generator problems ## Footnote M3L3T7 - BPU Engine and Electrical Fault System Codes (19.1.2.10.2 & 2)
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What type of code will allow the generator to continue to operate, giving operators time to correct? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
Warning code ## Footnote M3L3T7 - BPU Engine and Electrical Fault System Codes (19.1.2.10.2 & 2)
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What code requires an action to reset the fault? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
Fault code ## Footnote M3L3T7 - BPU Engine and Electrical Fault System Codes (19.1.2.10.2 & 2)
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What controls all functions of the BPU’s electrical generation, through the Automatic Voltage Regulator logic, and interfacing with the Engine Control Modules (ECM)? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
Digital control system ## Footnote M3L3T8 - BPU Digital Control System (19.1.2.4)
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When the maximum number of operational and maintenance log entries of the BEAR Power Unit gets reached, what will the Digital Control System do? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
Overwrite old entries ## Footnote M3L3T8 - BPU Digital Control System (19.1.2.4)
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The Remote Operating Panel software can be used to control the BEAR Power Unit from a remote location. Where can it be found? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
DCS flash drive memory ## Footnote M3L3T8 - BPU Digital Control System (19.1.2.4)
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What application standard enables the DCS and ECM’s on the BPU to control all functions of the engine? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
SAE 1939 ## Footnote M3L3T8 - BPU Digital Control System (19.1.2.4)
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What function of InPower can energize a specific electrical component without damaging the unit or possibly injuring personnel? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
Testing ## Footnote M3L3T9 - Functions of InPower BPU (19.1.2.5)
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What requirements must be met to use InPower BPU on a standard personal computer? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
All answers are requirements in order to use InPower BPU. ## Footnote M3L3T9 - Functions of InPower BPU (19.1.2.5)
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Using InPower BPU, when would an initial calibration file be installed on a DCS? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
If no previous capture file exists. ## Footnote M3L3T9 - Functions of InPower BPU (19.1.2.5)
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Which of the following is NOT an InPower BPU data log option? ## Footnote Lesson 3 Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Power Unit (BPU)
Error Log ## Footnote M3L3T9 - Functions of InPower BPU (19.1.2.5)
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Small shelter systems offer an advantage over temper tents because _____. ## Footnote Lesson 4 - Small Shelter System
It can be set up by 6 people in approximately 1.5 hours. ## Footnote M3L4T1 - Purpose of Small Shelter System
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When comparing SSS’s to temper tents, which of the statements(s) is/are accurate? ## Footnote Lesson 4 - Small Shelter System
All the statements are true. ## Footnote M3L4T1 - Purpose of Small Shelter System
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When more permanent facilities are developed, what type of tents are no longer used? ## Footnote Lesson 4 - Small Shelter System
SSS ## Footnote M3L4T1 - Purpose of Small Shelter System
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Why is SSS better than Temper tent? ## Footnote Lesson 4 - Small Shelter System
Because SSS has a lifespan of 10 years when erected for longer periods of time. ## Footnote M3L4T1 - Purpose of Small Shelter System

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