Alberta Air Brake Test 08

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When does a loose air tank cause a failure?

It doesn't

None of the above

When it separates from the circuit it supplies

When the psi drop below 20 psi

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What happens when the clevis completely separates?

The brakes begin to squeal

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

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The CVSA standards require at least how much lining thickness?

1/2 inch (13 mm)

3/4 inch (19 mm)

1/4 inch (7 mm)

3/8 inch (9.5 mm)

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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

Call your employer and ask for direction

Brake much sooner so a safe stop can be made

Drive at a slower speed

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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

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What is the major issue of a kinked air line?

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

None of the above

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

It stretches the air lines

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

120-135 psi

150-170 psi

80-90 psi

70-85 psi

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

None of the above

Test the brakes

Inspect the mounting fasteners and brackets

Look on the ground for any loose pieces

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What can foundation brake component failures can result in?

Anything from a minor application reduction to a complete failure

Demerit points

A suspended driver's license

A lot of noise

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

Listen for air leaks

Push each end

None of the above

Take a look at the mounts

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What causes the clevis pins to work their way out?

Poor adjustments

When too much air pressure goes through the lines

None of the above

When the cotter pin sheers

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What happens when there is brake lining failure?

Nothing

It causes the brake pads to cease together

Liquid oozes out of the brakes

It decreases the friction surface area

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What does the system leaks procedure check for?

The entire air brake system for pressure leaks through one operation

Leaks with the governor

Leaks with the air lines

Leaks with the air compressor

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What are cracked brake drums caused by?

Poorly maintained brakes

Poor installation

A series of overheating and cooling

Old brake drums

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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

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What does the phrase 'cammed over' refer to?

Thick brake linings

None of the above

Excessively worn brake linings

Missing brake linings

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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

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What causes chaffed air lines?

A defect in the air lines

Defective couplers

Incorrectly secured air lines which rub on nearby parts

Too much air being pushed through the lines

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

The lines to the park brake

The lines leading up to the compressor

None of the above

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

20 / 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

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

140 psi

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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

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

Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance

Complimentary Vehicular Safety Act

Commercial Vehicle Secondary Air

None of the above

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

Anyone on the maintenance team

It doesn't matter

Certified heavy equipment technicians

The driver

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

80 rpm

60 rpm

100 rpm

120 rpm

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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

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

It doesn't matter

50 rpm

90 rpm

70 rpm

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What happens after a plastic air line is kinked?

None of the above

It shortens the hose

It is permanently damaged and must be replaced

It takes time to unkink it

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

No one knows

Yes, depending on how loose they are

Not at all

100%

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

2 psi loss per service circuit for power units

4 psi loss per service circuit for power units

3 psi loss per service circuit for power units

5 psi loss per service circuit for power units

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With regard to brake lining, what causes oil saturation?

None of the above

Leaking wheel seals

Leaking couplers

Oil from the asphalt

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