EIAT Tool Recognition and Use 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which tool is used to measure the diameter of a wire rope in elevator systems?
- Micrometer caliper (Correct answer)
- Tape measure
- Feeler gauge
- Depth gauge
Correct answer: Micrometer caliper
A micrometer caliper provides precise diameter measurements of wire rope to verify it meets specification.
Question 2: A mechanic needs to cut a steel guide rail to length on-site. Which tool is most appropriate?
- Angle grinder with cut-off wheel (Correct answer)
- Hacksaw
- Circular saw with wood blade
- Tin snips
Correct answer: Angle grinder with cut-off wheel
An angle grinder with a metal cut-off wheel efficiently cuts steel guide rails to the required length.
Question 3: What is the correct tool to use when installing and tensioning elevator traveling cables?
- Cable grip puller
- Chain hoist
- Come-along ratchet puller (Correct answer)
- Wire rope clamps only
Correct answer: Come-along ratchet puller
A come-along ratchet puller allows controlled tensioning of traveling cables during installation.
Question 4: Which instrument is used to verify that an elevator car sill is level?
- Plumb bob
- Spirit level (Correct answer)
- Steel square
- Transit level
Correct answer: Spirit level
A spirit level with a bubble vial is used to confirm the car sill is perfectly horizontal.
Question 5: When tightening guide rail clips to a building beam, which tool delivers the correct specified torque?
- Impact wrench
- Torque wrench (Correct answer)
- Ratchet wrench
- Box-end wrench
Correct answer: Torque wrench
A torque wrench allows the technician to apply the exact torque value specified by the manufacturer.
Question 6: What tool is used to lubricate guide rails uniformly on an elevator?
- Paintbrush
- Grease gun with rail lubrication attachment (Correct answer)
- Spray can of WD-40
- Mop and bucket
Correct answer: Grease gun with rail lubrication attachment
A grease gun with a rail lubrication attachment applies lubricant evenly along the full length of the guide rail.
Question 7: Which tool is best suited for pulling wire through conduit during elevator electrical installation?
- Fish tape (snake) (Correct answer)
- Needle-nose pliers
- Cable stripper
- Conduit bender
Correct answer: Fish tape (snake)
Fish tape is a long flexible steel ribbon fed through conduit to pull electrical wire back through.
EIAT Tool Recognition and Use 2
Which tool is used to measure the diameter of a wire rope in elevator systems?