Air Brake And Step Air Supply Tank Flashcards
1
Q
How often should the air brake and step air supply tanks be drained?
A
Every Saturday per the apparatus daily check sheet
2
Q
True or false
Collection of moisture and oil in the air tank is normal even though the vehicle is equipped with an air dryer?
A
True
3
Q
What is the first air tank in the system called?
A
The wet tank
4
Q
How many chassis air supply tanks do our apparatus normally have?
A
4
5
Q
Where is the step air system located?
A
The right side above the front wheel well
6
Q
What position must the cab be in when the step air system tank is drained?
A
Down
7
Q
What may cause damage and slow operation of the system?
A
Failure to drain the tanks weekly
8
Q
What will cause leaks?
A
Condensation and oil deteriorated rubber and metal components.
