Alberta Air Brake Test 08

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

The air dryer

The low air pressure warning device

The air compressor

The governor

2 / 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

Yes, until you get back to the yard

Never

3 / 30

What causes hose bulges within the air lines?

Defective couplers

Internal structure failure or excessive chaffing

Too much air being pushed through the lines

Debris in the air lines

4 / 30

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

Lack of lubricant

Braking hard too often

Centrifugal force on the separated sections

When the brakes are pumped too often

5 / 30

When does a loose air tank cause a failure?

None of the above

It doesn't

When the psi drop below 20 psi

When it separates from the circuit it supplies

6 / 30

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

Inspect the mounting fasteners and brackets

Test the brakes

None of the above

Look on the ground for any loose pieces

7 / 30

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

140 psi

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

90 psi

120 psi

8 / 30

With regard to brake lining, what causes oil saturation?

None of the above

Leaking wheel seals

Leaking couplers

Oil from the asphalt

9 / 30

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

80 rpm

100 rpm

60 rpm

120 rpm

10 / 30

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

70-85 psi

120-135 psi

80-90 psi

150-170 psi

11 / 30

What does the phrase 'cammed over' refer to?

Thick brake linings

None of the above

Missing brake linings

Excessively worn brake linings

12 / 30

What can foundation brake component failures can result in?

A lot of noise

Anything from a minor application reduction to a complete failure

Demerit points

A suspended driver's license

13 / 30

What does the system leaks procedure check for?

Leaks with the governor

Leaks with the air lines

The entire air brake system for pressure leaks through one operation

Leaks with the air compressor

14 / 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

It doesn't matter

50 rpm

70 rpm

15 / 30

What is the major issue of a kinked air line?

None of the above

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

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

It stretches the air lines

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What are cracked brake drums caused by?

Poorly maintained brakes

A series of overheating and cooling

Poor installation

Old brake drums

17 / 30

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

18 / 30

Why should you not mix air line fittings?

The tractor won't respond well to the changes

The brakes seize up

They fall off

Different systems of fittings are not compatible with each other

19 / 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

20 / 30

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

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

The lines to the park brake

The lines leading up to the compressor

None of the above

21 / 30

What causes chaffed air lines?

Too much air being pushed through the lines

Defective couplers

Incorrectly secured air lines which rub on nearby parts

A defect in the air lines

22 / 30

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

4 psi loss per service circuit for power units

5 psi loss per service circuit for power units

3 psi loss per service circuit for power units

2 psi loss per service circuit for power units

23 / 30

What happens when the clevis completely separates?

The brakes cease to work when the clevis completely separates

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

The brakes can lock

The brakes begin to squeal

24 / 30

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

Complimentary Vehicular Safety Act

None of the above

Commercial Vehicle Secondary Air

Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance

25 / 30

What causes the clevis pins to work their way out?

When too much air pressure goes through the lines

When the cotter pin sheers

Poor adjustments

None of the above

26 / 30

What happens after a plastic air line is kinked?

None of the above

It shortens the hose

It takes time to unkink it

It is permanently damaged and must be replaced

27 / 30

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

Not at all

No one knows

Yes, depending on how loose they are

100%

28 / 30

The CVSA standards require at least how much lining thickness?

3/8 inch (9.5 mm)

1/2 inch (13 mm)

1/4 inch (7 mm)

3/4 inch (19 mm)

29 / 30

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

Listen for air leaks

None of the above

Take a look at the mounts

Push each end

30 / 30

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

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

Drive at a slower speed

Brake much sooner so a safe stop can be made

Call your employer and ask for direction

Your score is

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Alberta Air Brake Test 08

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