Cranes used by Department of the Army are powered by the following method:

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a. Operator.

b. Shop maintenance personnel.

c. Oiler.

27. Cranes used by Department of the Army are powered by the following method:

a. Gasoline engine.

b. Gasoline or steam engine.

c. Gasoline, diesel or steam engine.

28. Care must be taken not to overload the crane. The capacity data plates furnish rated capacities for each unit and

are located:

a. In the supply room.

b. In the OVM tool box.

c. Riveted or bolted to cab adjacent to operator's seat.

29. The following listed steps must be taken before starting and running the engine. One step does not apply to this

list.

a. Inspect engine and cab floor for loose bolts, nuts, tools, or other material lying around loose.

b. Place the ignition switch in ON position.

c. Place throttle in idle position d. Place all operating levers in neutral position.

e. Set outriggers.

f. all brakes.

g. Press starter button. (Do not operate starter more than 30 seconds to prevent damage to starter).

h. Run engine at part throttle to warm up engine.

i. Immediately after starting engine, observe oil pressure gage, the pressure is indicating shut engine down.

30. The oil pan, lines, and filters should be inspected for leaks:

a. Daily or oftener.

b. When engine is shut down.

c. Once a week.

31. Most cranes are quipped with an emergency fuel shut-off valve. This valve is for quickly cutting the flow of

fuel:

a. To the air compressor.

b. To the engine in case of emergency

c. To the engine crankcase.

32. The air receiver tank must be drained to prevent moisture from entering the brakes and control valves.

a. Daily or change of crew.

b. Weekly.

c. Every 100 hours.

33. Periodic cleaning and lubrication of wire ropes and cables will materially lengthen their life and insure free

movement over pulleys and drums. Cleaning interval is governed by amount and type of work performed, and good

judgment of the operator. How often should the above be performed on the average?

a. When new cables are installed.

b. Every 6 months.

c. Weekly.

34. The house lock should be set when the crane is:

a. To be left standing a week.

b. To be left standin g for repairs.

c. Whenever the engine is shut down.

35. What is the normal engine coolant temperature?

a. 100 to 120 .

b. 120 to 140 .

c. 140 to 185 .

36. When a near capacity load is to be handled, what must be done?

a. Position the outriggers.

b. Clear the cab deck.

c. Attach clam shell bucket.

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