Pierce Teleboom Flashcards
(98 cards)
1
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Teleboom manufacturer?
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Pierce Manufacturing Inc.
2
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What type is the Pierce Teleboom?
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Aerial, Sky-boom 55’. Aluminum body
3
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What year is the Pierce Teleboom?
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2015-2016 Impel Chassis
4
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What chassis is the Pierce Teleboom?
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Impel Chassis
5
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What is the length of the Pierce Teleboom?
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33’ 5.5”
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What is the width of the Pierce Teleboom?
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8’ 8.5”
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What is the width w/outriggers on the Pierce Teleboom?
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11’ 9”
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What is the height of the Pierce Teleboom?
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11’ 11”
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What is the weight of the Pierce Teleboom?
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55,580lbs 27.94 tons
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What is the fuel capacity of the Pierce Teleboom?
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65 gallons
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What is the engine in the Pierce Teleboom?
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Cummins ISL9, 450 hp
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Motor oil for Pierce Teleboom?
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28 quarts 15w40
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DEF fluid tank for Pierce Teleboom?
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4.5 gallons
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Transmission for Pierce Teleboom?
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Allison, 5th Gen,
3000 EVS P
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What is the trans fluid for the Pierce Teleboom?
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19 quarts TES-295 Synthetic
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Suspension for the Pierce Teleboom?
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Front TAK-4, 22,800lb
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Booster tank for the Pierce Teleboom?
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500 gallon, Poly
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What is the pump for the Pierce Teleboom?
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Hale, QMAX-XS-150, 1500gpm, single stage
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What is the wheelbase for the Pierce Teleboom?
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210”
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Front tires for the Pierce Teleboom?
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425/65R 22.5, 20 ply
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Back tires for the Pierce Teleboom?
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315/80R 22.5, 20 ply
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What is the aerial for the Pierce Teleboom?
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Sky-Boom 55’, Alum Body
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What is the ground clearance for the Pierce Teleboom?
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12”
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What is the proper inflation for the tires on the Pierce Teleboom?
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120psi cold front, 130 psi cold back
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___ must be at the top of the tire when checking the pressure due to ___ inside the tires?
Valve stems, balancing beads
26
How do you run the transmission diagnostics on the Pierce Teleboom?
Push the UP & DOWN arrows on gear shift panel simultaenously
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How do you check the coolant level on the Pierce Teleboom?
Lift the cab and look at the radiator bulb
28
What are the steps to raise the cab on the Pierce Teleboom?
1. Start apparatus
2. Park on level surface
3. Set parking brake
4. Secure loose items in cab
5. No obstructions in tilt path
6. Set outriggers
7. Raise the boom high enough to move out of tilt path
8. Turn control switch to UP
9. Press tether switch until cab fully tilts
10. Swing safety Stay-Arm into pocket
11. Lower cab onto Stay- Arm BEFORE going under tilted cab
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What are the steps to lower the cab on the Pierce Teleboom?
1. Check that no persons or objects are in tilt path
2. Make sure parking brake is still set
3. Turn control switch to UP
4. Press tether switch to raise cab off Stay-Arm
5. Stow and secure Stay-Arm
6. Turn control switch to DN
7. Press tether switch until cab fully lowers and for 5 secs after cab comes to rest
8. make sure cab is latched before operating vehicle
30
How do you check the engine oil and transmission fluid on the Pierce Teleboom?
Open the Middle Rear compartment door inside cab to gain access. Check engine oil with the Yellow dipstick and make sure the reading is between ADD and Full marks. The transmission cap is Red and make sure the reading is between ADD and Full marks on the dipstick connected to the cap.
31
Where is the oil fill cap located in the Pierce Teleboom?
The oil fill cap is Yellow and right next to the dipstick. It should be filled with SAE 15w40.
32
How do you check the power steering fluid level on Pierce Teleboom?
Access through the front hood. Reservoir is located on driver's side far corner. Use ATF Dextron III.
33
What should you do before operating the Pierce Teleboom apparatus?
The apparatus operator should be familiar with the operators manual furnished by Pierce manufacturers for procedures and recommendations on engine starting and use.
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After pushing the ignition button you should ___ to let the Pierce Teleboom rig go through its pre checks.
Wait 5-7 seconds.
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What should the oil pressure gauge read for adequate pressure after the engine starts on the Pierce Teleboom?
Adequate pressure is 20-30psi.
36
What should the air pressure gauge for the air brakes read during startup of the Pierce Teleboom?
90-120psi
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What color is the parking brake on the Pierce Teleboom?
Yellow
38
Push the ___ to allow 5th gear on the Pierce Teleboom.
Mode button
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Where is the EMERG. SHUT DOWN button located on the Pierce Teleboom?
To the right of the steering column.
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How do you reset the EMERG. SHUT DOWN button?
Pull the EMERG. SHUT DOWN BUTTON back out.
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Where are the emergency lighting and flood light buttons located on the Pierce Teleboom?
All emergency lighting and flood light buttons are on the overhead panel above the driver position.
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What does the AERIAL MASTER do in the Pierce Teleboom?
When "ON" it proveds electrical power to all aerial electrical circuits.
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What does the AERIAL PTO do in the Pierce Teleboom?
When "ON" it engages the PTO to drive aerial hydraulic pump. The PTO indicator light will illuminate when the PTO has successfully engaged.
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What does the HOWLER ACTIVATION do in the Pierce Teleboom?
When pushed will activate the Howler Siren.
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What does the HOWLER CANCELLATION button do in the Pierce Teleboom?
Will turn Howler Siren off.
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What does the ELECTRONIC SIREN button do in the Pierce Teleboom?
Allows the different electronic siren tones to be controlled by the steering wheel horn button.
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what does the MECHANICAL SIREN button do in the Pierce Teleboom?
Allows the mechanical siren to be controlled by the steering wheel horn button.
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What does the SIREN BRAKE button do?
Stops the mechanical siren.
49
For pump operation in the Pierce Teleboom throw the lever down to the middle position and ___?
Wait 3-4 secs
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What happens when the lever is thrown all the way down for Pierce Teleboom pump operation?
The Green OK TO PUMP light should come on.
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How do you engage the transmission for pump operations in the Pierce Teleboom?
By pressing the Drive (D) button.
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What should also be lit up at the pump panel for pump operations on the Pierce Teleboom?
The Green Pump Engaged light.
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What should you do if the Master Discharge gauge does not show a positive pressure for pump operations on the Pierce Teleboom?
Start priming procedures with the Trident Air Prime.
54
How many intakes are on the Pierce Teleboom?
5. There are 6" threaded intakes on both side panels. There is a 2.5" auxiliary intake on both side panels. There is also a rear 4" Storz intake for aerial operations.
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Where is the RPM/PSI throttle control with instrument panel on the Pierce Teleboom?
Located in the top left of the pump panel.
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Where are the Engine Cooler and Panel lights located on the Pierce Teleboom?
Located in the top center of the pump panel.
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Where is the Manual Pump Shift located on the Pierce Teleboom?
Located in the bottom right of the pump panel.
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Where are the Drain Valves located on the Pierce Teleboom?
Located at the bottom of the pump panel.
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#1 Crosslay on Pierce Teleboom?
Yellow 1.75"
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#2 Crosslay on Pierce Teleboom?
White 1.75"
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#3 Crosslay on Pierce Teleboom?
Grey 2.5"
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#1 Discharge on Pierce Teleboom?
Driver Side Red 2.5"
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#2 Discharge on Pierce Teleboom?
Officer Side Orange 2.5"
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#3 Discharge on Pierce Teleboom?
Driver Side Blue 2.5"
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#4 Discharge on Pierce Teleboom?
Officer Side LDH Green 4" Storz
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#5 Discharge on Pierce Teleboom?
Driver Rear Brown 2.5"
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#6 Discharge on Pierce Teleboom?
Hosebed Preconnect Light Purple 2.5"
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#7 Discharge on Pierce Teleboom?
Aerial/Rear LDH Pink 4" Storz
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#8 Discharge on Pierce Teleboom?
Bumper Load Purple 1.75"
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#9 Discharge on Pierce Teleboom?
Hose Reel Tan 1"
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How do you remove Pierce Teleboom from Pump Gear?
Throttle down to idle and place transmission into (N) Neutral.
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Wait at least ___ for the rotation of the transmission to stop during pump disengagement of the Pierce Teleboom.
5 seconds.
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To complete pump disengagement on the Pierce Teleboom what do you do after assuring the transmission is in Neutral?
Throw up the pump lever in the cab to disengage the pump.
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What should you do before beginning aerial operations in the Pierce Teleboom?
Check for overhead obstructions and for firm suitable ground.
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To begin aerial operations spot the rig, ensure the parking brake is set and ___ on the Pierce Teleboom.
Front wheels are locked. The front wheel lock button is located in cab in driver position.
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Place the Pierce Teleboom into aerial operations by pushing the ___ button, then the ___ button.
AERIAL MASTER. AERIAL PTO.
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What should you do if conducting aerial operations without flowing water?
Place the engine in HIGH IDLE.
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Which wheels should be chocked for aerial operations for the Pierce Teleboom?
Rear wheels.
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Pierce Teleboom- employ the outriggers so that ___ and the ___ come on.
Bulge in the rear tires dissipates and the Green indicator lights come on.
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If you engage the High Idle at the rear what must you do in the Pierce Teleboom?
Disengage the High Idle at the rear.
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Where is the dead man switch located on the Pierce Teleboom?
On the tailboard if equipped.
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How do you deploy the boom on the Pierce Teleboom?
Lift the safety ring on the joystick up and move the joystick in the proper direction.
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How can water be supplied to the aerial waterway in the Pierce Teleboom?
By the main pump or by hydrant pressure. Both are controlled at the pump panel. Water can also be supplied by coupling a hydrant supply, another engine company or pressurized water supply to the inlet located at the rear of the apparatus.
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Pierce Teleboom- the inlet/outlet can also serve as a ___ when the pump is engaged and the aerial discharge valve is closed.
It can also serve as a discharge.
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Where are the outrigger controls located on the Pierce Teleboom?
An outrigger control panel is located on both sides of the apparatus.
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How do you use the aerial remote to operated the boom on the Pierce Teleboom?
Flip the power switch on and push down on the joystick to activate the control. While pushing down move in the desired direction.
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What is the range of the wireless remote for the Pierce Teleboom?
500ft wireless reach.
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What must you do in order to use the monitor on the Pierce Teleboom?
You must initially deploy with the monitor Deploy/Stow Switch located on the aerial control panel. You must also use this switch to stow the monitor.
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What is the Boom/Nozzle vertical reach on the Pierce Teleboom?
55'
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What is the Boom/Nozzle horizontal reach on the Pierce Teleboom?
45' 4"
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What is the Tip Load flowing H2O on the Pierce Teleboom?
250lbs
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What is the Tip Load not flowing on the Pierce Teleboom?
500lbs
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What is the Boom/Nozzle elevation range on the Pierce Teleboom?
180 degrees
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What is the Boom/Nozzle sweep range on the Pierce Teleboom?
180 degrees
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What is the Boom/Nozzle flow capacity on the Pierce Teleboom?
1000 GPM
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What is the Boom/Nozzle max PSI on the Pierce Teleboom?
200 PSI
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What can be used as an anchor on the Pierce Teleboom?
The Boom Tip Eyelets may be used as an anchor with 500lbs Tip Load.
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What is the ladder compliment for the Pierce Teleboom?
10 attic, 14 roof, 24 2-section
