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| The chain saw is used by the LAFD for a variety of emergency and non-emergency operations which include: |
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| Ventilation, forcible entry, USAR, confined space, overhaul. |
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| Truck companies normally carry _____ chain saws. |
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| Presently the LAFD is supporting two types of chain saws. They are: |
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The Stilh 46 Magnum
The Stilh 38A Magnum |
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| How big is the chain saw bar? |
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| How many teeth are on the chain? |
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| What safety equipment is required when operating a chain saw? |
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| Gloves, goggles, helmet, turnout coat or bruch jacket |
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| If an electrical hazard is is suspected or exists ______________ shall be used? |
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| What kinf od clutch is on the chain saw? |
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| What are the three ways the chain brake is engaged? |
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| manual, automatic, inertia |
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| How fast does the chain brake engage? |
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| Can you use the chain brake hand guard are a carrying handle? |
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| NO (don't be a dumb ass!) |
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| Cutting is an operation involving a minimum of ________ members? |
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| Do chain saws perform various operations with good reach and balance? |
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| It is important to avoid making __________ long cuts. As it might invite members to step within cut areas. |
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| The length of a chain saw is just about as long as what other tool? |
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| What are the steps to leaving a chain saw in the starting position? |
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1) On switch in position
2) Throttle trigger latched.
3) choke engaged
4) compression release "in"
5) chain brake disengaged. |
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| Do not operate chain saws at continuous full RPM without a __________ on the chain? |
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| A __________ chain saw causes an increased number of chain teeth to contact structural members. |
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| Once structural members have been located the chain saw may be lowered to approximately _______ to the cutting surface. |
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| Safe depth of cut will depend on four factors? |
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| 1) Type of construction 2) Thickness of roof covering 3) Thickness of decking 4) Intended operations. |
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| Manual oilers should be depressed a minimum of once every _________ seconds under light conditions. |
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| __________ chains are resistive to dulling but subject to chipping. |
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| When do you replace a carbide tip chain? |
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1) Missing/ damaged tips on 3 or more cutters in a row.
2) Missing/ damaged tips on 6 or more cutters at random.
3) craked/broken tie straps
4) dull chain |
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| Dull chains should be replaced whtn a _________ on the cutting edge is visible to the naked eye. |
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| When is chain tension checked? |
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| before, during and after use |
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| Which direction do you turn the tension screw of the guide bar to tighten? |
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| What are the chain saw Daily Checks??? |
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1) Check fuel level
2) Check lubricating oil level.
3) Check chain condition (tension, etc.)
4) Ensure controls are in starting position.
5) Check carrying strap and hooks
6) Check gauntlet gloves
7) VISUAL check of chain saw. |
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| What are the chain saw MONTHLY checks? |
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Do the daily checks.
1) start it
2) depress manual oil lever several times.
3) Run up RPM (until warm)
4) Engage the chain brake
5) Inspect starter cord.
6) Top off fuel/oil |
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| What are the chain saw Monthyl checks? |
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Perform daily checks
1) Remove the spark plug. Check gap and condition.
2) inspect engine case.
3) inspect fuel assembly.
4) remove air cleaner housing.
5) inspect carbeuretor. |
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| Can you operate a chain saw with a fuel leak? |
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| If the tank of fuel has not been used in _________ days, drain and refill. |
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| Wha solvent does the LAFD used to remove tar? |
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