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2A652 test to help with the EOC test. This test is the shit!


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    What three things are necessary to produce an EMF mechanically?

    • A.

      EMF, relative motion, and magnetic field.

    • B.

      Magnet, lines of force, and relative motion

    • C.

      Magnetic field, conductor, and relative motion

    • D.

      CEMF, conductor, and magnetic field

    Correct Answer
    C. Magnetic field, conductor, and relative motion
  • 2. 

    To increase the output of a generator, you must increase the

    • A.

      CEMF

    • B.

      Strength of the magnetic field

    • C.

      Resistance of the conductor

    • D.

      Load

    Correct Answer
    B. Strength of the magnetic field
  • 3. 

    The internal current produced by all denerators is

    • A.

      AC

    • B.

      DC

    • C.

      Pulsating AC

    • D.

      Pulsating DC

    Correct Answer
    A. AC
  • 4. 

    What result is achieved by replacing the single rotating conductor of a simple direct current (DC) generator with many coils of wire wound on the same shaft?

    • A.

      Increased output and constant AC

    • B.

      Increased ouput and constant DC

    • C.

      Decreased current and constant AC

    • D.

      Decreased current and constant DC

    Correct Answer
    B. Increased ouput and constant DC
  • 5. 

    What part of an AC generator provides a connection between the rotation and stationary parts?

    • A.

      Armature

    • B.

      Slip rings

    • C.

      Commutator

    • D.

      Field windings

    Correct Answer
    B. Slip rings
  • 6. 

    The rotor of an AC generator consist of the slip rings and

    • A.

      Armature

    • B.

      Starter coil

    • C.

      Spark plug

    • D.

      Field windings

    Correct Answer
    D. Field windings
  • 7. 

    Control of the output voltage of an AC generator is accomplished by varying the

    • A.

      Speed of rotation

    • B.

      Size of the armature

    • C.

      Amount of the field current

    • D.

      Size of the field windings

    Correct Answer
    C. Amount of the field current
  • 8. 

    What is often more critical in an AC generator?

    • A.

      Load

    • B.

      Current

    • C.

      Voltage

    • D.

      Output frequency

    Correct Answer
    D. Output frequency
  • 9. 

    The fourth output terminal of a 3-phase AC generator is provided

    • A.

      For testing

    • B.

      As a common ground

    • C.

      To aid in rectivication

    • D.

      To apply DC to the armature

    Correct Answer
    B. As a common ground
  • 10. 

    In a 3-phase AC generator, DC is applied to the field windings through the brushes and

    • A.

      Diodes

    • B.

      Rectifier

    • C.

      Slip rings

    • D.

      Commutator

    Correct Answer
    C. Slip rings
  • 11. 

    Output phase-to-phase voltage on a 3-phase AC generator is always

    • A.

      120 volts

    • B.

      108 volts

    • C.

      208 volts

    • D.

      240 volts

    Correct Answer
    C. 208 volts
  • 12. 

    Three different loads can be supported at the same time by

    • A.

      Direct current (DC) generator

    • B.

      Single-phase generator

    • C.

      2-phase generator

    • D.

      3-phase generator

    Correct Answer
    D. 3-phase generator
  • 13. 

    In a self-excited AC generator, the alternator field windings receive current from the

    • A.

      Alternator rotor

    • B.

      Alternator stator

    • C.

      Exciter armature

    • D.

      Exciter field windings

    Correct Answer
    C. Exciter armature
  • 14. 

    The weak points of the self-excited AC generator are the

    • A.

      Brushes, slip rings, and rotor

    • B.

      Brushes, commutator, and rotor

    • C.

      Commutator, rotor, and slip rings

    • D.

      Brushes, slip rings, and commutator

    Correct Answer
    D. Brushes, slip rings, and commutator
  • 15. 

    In a brushless AC generator, the exciter armature and field windings are connected by

    • A.

      Brushes

    • B.

      Slip rings

    • C.

      A commutator

    • D.

      A magnetic field

    Correct Answer
    D. A magnetic field
  • 16. 

    How does rectification take place in a brushless AC generator?

    • A.

      Chemically

    • B.

      Electrically

    • C.

      Magnetically

    • D.

      Mechanically

    Correct Answer
    B. Electrically
  • 17. 

    What component charges the batteries on the A/M32A-60A generator set?

    • A.

      DC reverse current relay

    • B.

      AC generator

    • C.

      AC powered battery charger

    • D.

      TR

    Correct Answer
    D. TR
  • 18. 

    To use the fuel from all of its tanks the A/M32A-60A has a

    • A.

      Run-around hose

    • B.

      Fuel transfer system

    • C.

      Low fuel level safety circuit

    • D.

      Manually-operated switch to change tanks

    Correct Answer
    B. Fuel transfer system
  • 19. 

    On the A/M32A-60A generator set what is the first indication of an impending low fuel supply to the engine?

    • A.

      Fuel level indicator lights

    • B.

      Generator output stops

    • C.

      Warning horn sounds

    • D.

      Engine shuts down

    Correct Answer
    C. Warning horn sounds
  • 20. 

    The governor of the A/M32A-60A generator set is controlled directly by the

    • A.

      Engine speed

    • B.

      Trim control motor

    • C.

      Static frequency sensor

    • D.

      Manual trim adjustment

    Correct Answer
    B. Trim control motor
  • 21. 

    What is used as a reference for controlling A/M32A-60A engine speed?

    • A.

      Fuel pressure

    • B.

      Control air pressure

    • C.

      Governor flyweight pressure

    • D.

      AC generator output frequency

    Correct Answer
    D. AC generator output frequency
  • 22. 

    The oil pressure sequencing switch stops operation of the A/M32A-60A if opens during which operating period?

    • A.

      0- 35 percent

    • B.

      35-95 percent

    • C.

      95-100 percent

    • D.

      Anytime during operation

    Correct Answer
    D. Anytime during operation
  • 23. 

    Oil vapors are removed from the turbine engine by the

    • A.

      Cooling fan

    • B.

      Vent system

    • C.

      Suction pump

    • D.

      Oil jet assembly

    Correct Answer
    B. Vent system
  • 24. 

    On the A/M32A-60A, which chambers of the load control valve work together to ensure the butterfly valve opens smoothly?

    • A.

      1 and 2

    • B.

      2 and 3

    • C.

      1 and 3

    • D.

      2 and 4

    Correct Answer
    D. 2 and 4
  • 25. 

    On the A/M32A-60A, the speed at which the butterfly valve opens is determined by

    • A.

      Chamber 2 pressure

    • B.

      Chamber 4 pressure

    • C.

      The rate adjustment screw

    • D.

      The dual-ball selector valve

    Correct Answer
    C. The rate adjustment screw
  • 26. 

    Power for starting the A/M32A-60A is provided by the

    • A.

      Batteries

    • B.

      Generator

    • C.

      Start switch

    • D.

      Master switch

    Correct Answer
    A. Batteries
  • 27. 

    On the A/M32A-60A, what actually starts operationg when the master switch is closed?

    • A.

      Panel lights

    • B.

      Starter motor

    • C.

      Fuel transfer solenoid

    • D.

      Fuel boost pump motor

    Correct Answer
    D. Fuel boost pump motor
  • 28. 

    The control components of the start circuit on the A/M32A-60A are energized by the

    • A.

      Turbine start switch, S7

    • B.

      Control relay, K17

    • C.

      Master switch, S5

    • D.

      Starter relay, K8

    Correct Answer
    A. Turbine start switch, S7
  • 29. 

    On the A/M32A-60A generator, the starter motor relay is deenergized when the

    • A.

      Start switch opens

    • B.

      Start switch closes

    • C.

      35 percent switch opens

    • D.

      35 percent switch closes

    Correct Answer
    C. 35 percent switch opens
  • 30. 

    In the event of an overspeed condition, what component of the A/M32A-60A  generator electrical system stops the engine?

    • A.

      Fuel shutoff switch

    • B.

      Overspeed actuator

    • C.

      35 percent centrifugal switch

    • D.

      110 percent centrifugal switch

    Correct Answer
    D. 110 percent centrifugal switch
  • 31. 

    What componet of the A/M32A-60A must be open to allow fuel to flow to the atomizer?

    • A.

      Fuel solenoid valve, L1

    • B.

      Fuel level control relay, K26

    • C.

      Fuel level solenoid valve, L4

    • D.

      Fuel low level lockout switch, S18

    Correct Answer
    A. Fuel solenoid valve, L1
  • 32. 

    The A/M32A-60A generator set cannot be loaded either electrically or pneumatically until after the

    • A.

      110 percent switch opens

    • B.

      95 percent switch closes

    • C.

      35 percent switch closes

    • D.

      BLEED AIR ON switch closes

    Correct Answer
    B. 95 percent switch closes
  • 33. 

    The hourmeter starts recording the operating time of the A/M32A-60A  when the

    • A.

      Start switch closes

    • B.

      Master switch closes

    • C.

      Bleed air switch closes

    • D.

      95 percent switch closes

    Correct Answer
    D. 95 percent switch closes
  • 34. 

    An auxiliary fuel tank mounted on the rear of the A/M32A-60A  generator set transfers fuel from the main tanks

    • A.

      Automatically

    • B.

      By manual control

    • C.

      When the main tanks are empty

    • D.

      At regular predetermined time intervals

    Correct Answer
    A. Automatically
  • 35. 

    What component of the A/M32A-60A opens and closes the fuel transfew line?

    • A.

      Fuel level switch, S20

    • B.

      Fuel solenoid valve, L1

    • C.

      Fuel level control relay, K26

    • D.

      Fuel level solenoid valve, L4

    Correct Answer
    D. Fuel level solenoid valve, L4
  • 36. 

    After the A/M32A-60A generator set has shut itself down due to low fuel, the fuel level relay, K4, must be reset by

    • A.

      Turning the start switch off, then on

    • B.

      Turning the master switch off, then on

    • C.

      De-energizing the low level lockout relay

    • D.

      De-energizing the low level warning switch

    Correct Answer
    B. Turning the master switch off, then on
  • 37. 

    The AC lockout relay of the A/M32A-60A prevents what condition from breaking the generator field during initial start-up?

    • A.

      Overvoltage

    • B.

      Undervoltage

    • C.

      Overfrequency

    • D.

      Underfrequency

    Correct Answer
    A. Overvoltage
  • 38. 

    What does the AC regulator of the A/M32A-60A use to detemine the amount of adjustment the generator output needs?

    • A.

      AC ammeter

    • B.

      AC voltmeter

    • C.

      Generator output current

    • D.

      Generator output voltage

    Correct Answer
    D. Generator output voltage
  • 39. 

    The static frequency control of the A/M32A-60A controls engine speed by sensing

    • A.

      A phase frequency

    • B.

      C phase frequency

    • C.

      E and F pin frequency

    • D.

      Trim control motor frequency

    Correct Answer
    A. A phase frequency
  • 40. 

    When the frequency meter on the A/M32A-60A generator set is defective, you must

    • A.

      Check operation of the frequency meter network (MT2)

    • B.

      Deadline the equipment until the cause is found

    • C.

      Repair or replace the frequency motor

    • D.

      Replace the meter and MT2

    Correct Answer
    D. Replace the meter and MT2
  • 41. 

    To complete the exciter field circuit of the A/M32A-60A generator, the operator must

    • A.

      Reset the AC contactor switch

    • B.

      Depress the AC contactor "closed" indicator

    • C.

      Reset the output field circuit

    • D.

      Open the load control relay

    Correct Answer
    A. Reset the AC contactor switch
  • 42. 

    How is the A/M32A-60A generator output provided to the aircraft?

    • A.

      AC output cable

    • B.

      DC output cable

    • C.

      Single-phase utility outlet

    • D.

      3-phase utility outlet

    Correct Answer
    A. AC output cable
  • 43. 

    To charge the batteries of the A/M32A-60A generator set, the operator must

    • A.

      Reset the AC system

    • B.

      Reset the DC systen

    • C.

      Connect an external source

    • D.

      Turn on the battery charger

    Correct Answer
    A. Reset the AC system
  • 44. 

    The DC voltmeter of the A/M32A-60A starts indicating as soon as the

    • A.

      AC system is reset

    • B.

      AC contactor is closed

    • C.

      DC contactor is closed

    • D.

      DC system is reset

    Correct Answer
    A. AC system is reset
  • 45. 

    On the A/M32A-60A, when the DC contactor is not in the closed position, the DC ammeter indicates

    • A.

      Nothing

    • B.

      The battery-charging current

    • C.

      The AC load

    • D.

      The power through the DC power receptacle

    Correct Answer
    B. The battery-charging current
  • 46. 

    When are service inspection required?

    • A.

      After equipment is placed on the ready line.

    • B.

      After maintenance

    • C.

      Once a week

    • D.

      Once a day

    Correct Answer
    B. After maintenance
  • 47. 

    Section III of the PE workcards gives the requirements for

    • A.

      Lubrication

    • B.

      Service inspections

    • C.

      Special inspections

    • D.

      Semi-annual inspections

    Correct Answer
    C. Special inspections
  • 48. 

    Before the A/M32A-60A generator set is started, the operator must perform

    • A.

      Only minor repairs

    • B.

      Any needed repairs

    • C.

      A periodic inspection

    • D.

      An operation inspection

    Correct Answer
    D. An operation inspection
  • 49. 

    In the A/M32A-60A generator set, if combustion does not occur within 15 seconds after placing the start switch in the ON position, the operator must

    • A.

      Stop the unit

    • B.

      Prime the oil pump

    • C.

      Disconnect the load

    • D.

      Prime the fuel pump

    Correct Answer
    A. Stop the unit
  • 50. 

    After the A/M32A-60A generator set has reached 95 percent of governed speed, the operator should

    • A.

      Reset the AC system

    • B.

      Connect the bleed air duct

    • C.

      Adjust the governed speed

    • D.

      Connect the power cables

    Correct Answer
    A. Reset the AC system

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