CMRP Preventive and Predictive Maintenance 2

Question 1

What is the primary difference between preventive and predictive maintenance?

Accepted Answer

Preventive follows fixed schedules; predictive uses condition monitoring data

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They are the same

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Predictive is always more expensive

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Preventive requires more advanced technology

Question 2

What role does motor current analysis play in predictive maintenance?

Accepted Answer

Detects electrical and mechanical faults by analyzing current waveform variations

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Measures electricity for billing

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Controls motor speed

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Determines horsepower rating

Question 3

What is the purpose of preventive maintenance optimization (PMO)?

Accepted Answer

To evaluate existing PM tasks for relevance, effectiveness, and interval optimization

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To add more PM tasks

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To convert all PM to corrective

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To reduce staffing

Question 4

What is the significance of the P-F curve in predictive maintenance design?

Accepted Answer

The progression from detectable potential failure to functional failure

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The profit-and-loss forecast

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Personnel-to-facility ratios

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PM completion rate tracking

Question 5

What is the role of a CMMS in supporting PM and PdM programs?

Accepted Answer

Automates PM scheduling, stores PdM data, manages work orders, and provides analytics

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Only tracks corrective work

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Only for financial reporting

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Replaces technicians

Question 6

What is condition-based monitoring of electrical systems?

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Using technologies like insulation resistance testing and thermography to assess electrical health

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Checking electricity bills

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Monitoring electricity prices

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Counting outlets