EIAT EIAT Reading Comprehension and Technical Documents 2

Question 1

A technical manual states: 'Lubricate the governor rope every 6 months or 50,000 cycles, whichever comes first.' A unit reaches 50,000 cycles in 4 months. When should it be lubricated?

Accepted Answer

At 4 months when it reaches 50,000 cycles

Answer

The unit hit 50,000 cycles at 4 months, which is earlier than the 6-month interval, so lubrication is due at 4 months.

Question 2

A passage reads: 'The ASME A17.1 Safety Code sets minimum standards for elevator construction, installation, and operation in the United States.' What does ASME A17.1 primarily govern?

Accepted Answer

Minimum safety standards for elevator construction and operation

Answer

The passage states ASME A17.1 sets minimum standards for elevator construction, installation, and operation.

Question 3

A work instruction reads: 'Torque the fasteners to 35 ft-lbs in a star pattern.' Why is a star pattern specified?

Accepted Answer

To ensure even distribution of clamping force

Answer

A star (cross) pattern alternates tightening across the joint, ensuring even clamping force and preventing warping or uneven seating.

Question 4

A passage states: 'An elevator's capacity plate must display the rated load in both pounds and kilograms, and must be permanently attached inside the car.' What information must appear on the capacity plate?

Accepted Answer

The rated load in both pounds and kilograms

Answer

The passage specifies the plate must show the rated load in both pounds and kilograms.

Question 5

A safety notice reads: 'Do not enter the pit unless the pit stop switch is in the OFF position and the car is locked out.' Which conditions must be met before entering the pit?

Accepted Answer

Both the pit stop switch must be OFF and the car must be locked out

Answer

The notice uses 'and' to join two conditions, meaning both the pit stop switch must be OFF and the car must be locked out.

EIAT - Elevator Industry Aptitude Test Practice Test

EIAT - Elevator Industry Aptitude Test Practice Test

EIAT EIAT Reading Comprehension and Technical Documents 2