Alberta Air Brake Test 08

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What happens when there is brake lining failure?

It decreases the friction surface area

It causes the brake pads to cease together

Liquid oozes out of the brakes

Nothing

2 / 30

To check the air compressor, run the engine at 1200 rpm, the low-pressure warning should go out at what rpm?

100 rpm

60 rpm

120 rpm

80 rpm

3 / 30

Can loose brake chambers still apply some application force to the foundation brakes?

Yes, depending on how loose they are

No one knows

100%

Not at all

4 / 30

What causes the cracks in the brake drums to widen, and eventually the drum comes apart?

Lack of lubricant

Centrifugal force on the separated sections

When the brakes are pumped too often

Braking hard too often

5 / 30

Which of the following is not included in the air supply circuit inspection?

The air compressor

The governor

The low air pressure warning device

The air dryer

6 / 30

When does a loose air tank cause a failure?

When it separates from the circuit it supplies

When the psi drop below 20 psi

None of the above

It doesn't

7 / 30

If there are any corrosion or damage seen in brake chambers or clamp rings, who is qualified to repair it?

The driver

Certified heavy equipment technicians

Anyone on the maintenance team

It doesn't matter

8 / 30

Why should you not mix air line fittings?

Different systems of fittings are not compatible with each other

The brakes seize up

The tractor won't respond well to the changes

They fall off

9 / 30

What causes the clevis pins to work their way out?

When the cotter pin sheers

Poor adjustments

When too much air pressure goes through the lines

None of the above

10 / 30

Within the commercial vehicle industry, what does CVSA refer to?

None of the above

Complimentary Vehicular Safety Act

Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance

Commercial Vehicle Secondary Air

11 / 30

To check the governor, the cut out should be at what rpm?

80-90 psi

150-170 psi

120-135 psi

70-85 psi

12 / 30

What is the maximum air pressure leakage allowable during the air systems leaks procedure?

3 psi loss per service circuit for power units

4 psi loss per service circuit for power units

2 psi loss per service circuit for power units

5 psi loss per service circuit for power units

13 / 30

What is the only air line not filled during this air systems leaks procedure?

The lines leading up to the compressor

The lines to the park brake

The control line from the hand valve to the double check valve

None of the above

14 / 30

What happens after a plastic air line is kinked?

It is permanently damaged and must be replaced

It takes time to unkink it

It shortens the hose

None of the above

15 / 30

What can foundation brake component failures can result in?

A suspended driver's license

A lot of noise

Demerit points

Anything from a minor application reduction to a complete failure

16 / 30

Air system failures are sometimes dealt with by blocking off the air lines that supply the failed component. Is this acceptable?

Only if directed by your employer

If driving at low speeds

Never

Yes, until you get back to the yard

17 / 30

What causes chaffed air lines?

Defective couplers

Too much air being pushed through the lines

Incorrectly secured air lines which rub on nearby parts

A defect in the air lines

18 / 30

What causes hose bulges within the air lines?

Too much air being pushed through the lines

Internal structure failure or excessive chaffing

Debris in the air lines

Defective couplers

19 / 30

What is the major issue of a kinked air line?

None of the above

It causes reductions in brake performance by restricting or blocking the flow of air pressure

It stretches the air lines

It can cause the air line to be separated from the brakes

20 / 30

If there are system failures that affect braking ability, what needs to happen?

Call your employer and ask for direction

Brake much sooner so a safe stop can be made

The vehicle must be placed out-of-service until appropriate repairs are made

Drive at a slower speed

21 / 30

What would you have to do to confirm that the brake chamber is securely installed?

Test the brakes

Inspect the mounting fasteners and brackets

Look on the ground for any loose pieces

None of the above

22 / 30

With regard to brake lining, what causes oil saturation?

Leaking wheel seals

Leaking couplers

Oil from the asphalt

None of the above

23 / 30

During a vehicle inspection, how do you confirm that the air tanks are securely mounted?

Push each end

None of the above

Listen for air leaks

Take a look at the mounts

24 / 30

What happens when the clevis completely separates?

The brakes can lock

The brakes begin to squeal

The brakes lose power and takes a longer distance to stop the vehicle

The brakes cease to work when the clevis completely separates

25 / 30

What are cracked brake drums caused by?

Old brake drums

A series of overheating and cooling

Poorly maintained brakes

Poor installation

26 / 30

What does the system leaks procedure check for?

Leaks with the governor

The entire air brake system for pressure leaks through one operation

Leaks with the air lines

Leaks with the air compressor

27 / 30

The CVSA standards require at least how much lining thickness?

3/8 inch (9.5 mm)

1/4 inch (7 mm)

1/2 inch (13 mm)

3/4 inch (19 mm)

28 / 30

To check the air compressor, run the engine at 1200 rpm, then start timing when the air pressure is at what rpm?

90 rpm

50 rpm

It doesn't matter

70 rpm

29 / 30

What does the phrase 'cammed over' refer to?

Excessively worn brake linings

Thick brake linings

None of the above

Missing brake linings

30 / 30

To check the air compressor, run the engine at 1200 rpm and stop the timing when the air pressure is at what rpm?

90 psi

120 psi

140 psi

It doesn't matter as long as it's been running for six minutes

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