EIAT Tool Recognition and Use 5

Question 1

Which tool is used to test whether an elevator safety circuit is open or closed during troubleshooting?

Accepted Answer

Continuity tester or multimeter in continuity mode

Answer

A continuity tester or multimeter in continuity/beep mode confirms whether a safety circuit is electrically complete.

Question 2

When pressing a new sheave bushing into a housing during elevator maintenance, which tool is used?

Accepted Answer

Hydraulic press

Answer

A hydraulic press applies even, controlled force to seat a bushing squarely in a housing without damage.

Question 3

Which tool is used to check that an elevator pit ladder rung is perpendicular to its side rails?

Accepted Answer

Try square (carpenter's square)

Answer

A try square verifies a 90-degree angle between two surfaces, such as a rung and side rail.

Question 4

A mechanic needs to safely lift and position a heavy machine room drive unit for installation. Which rigging tool is used?

Accepted Answer

Chain hoist (chain block)

Answer

A chain hoist suspends from an overhead beam and lifts heavy loads vertically with mechanical advantage.

Question 5

To determine the exact voltage at the elevator controller's main disconnect under load, which tool and connection method is required?

Accepted Answer

Voltmeter probed in parallel across the terminals

Answer

A voltmeter must always be connected in parallel across two points to measure the potential difference (voltage).

EIAT - Elevator Industry Aptitude Test Practice Test