EIAT Reading Comprehension and Technical Documents Flashcards
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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?
Answer: At 4 months when it reaches 50,000 cycles
The unit hit 50,000 cycles at 4 months, which is earlier than the 6-month interval, so lubrication is due at 4 months.
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?
Answer: Minimum safety standards for elevator construction and operation
The passage states ASME A17.1 sets minimum standards for elevator construction, installation, and operation.
A work instruction reads: 'Torque the fasteners to 35 ft-lbs in a star pattern.' Why is a star pattern specified?
Answer: To ensure even distribution of clamping force
A star (cross) pattern alternates tightening across the joint, ensuring even clamping force and preventing warping or uneven seating.
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?
Answer: The rated load in both pounds and kilograms
The passage specifies the plate must show the rated load in both pounds and kilograms.
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?
Answer: Both the pit stop switch must be OFF and the car must be locked out
The notice uses 'and' to join two conditions, meaning both the pit stop switch must be OFF and the car must be locked out.
A manual excerpt reads: 'Sheave grooves worn beyond the manufacturer's tolerance will cause the rope to bottom out, leading to accelerated wear and potential slippage.' What is the consequence of excessively worn sheave grooves?
Answer: Accelerated rope wear and potential slippage
The passage states that bottoming out in worn grooves leads directly to accelerated wear and potential slippage.