Los Angeles City Elevator Practice Test

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• What does the equation P = I x E represent?
• What is the primary purpose of elevator safety codes?
• What is the maximum tripping speed of an over speed valve?
• At what height or above are pull straps required on vertical opening manual doors?
• What is the minimum length for a shear guard apron as stated in the LA City code?
• What is the maximum allowed temperature for a machine room?
• What is the role of a truss in elevator systems?
• What determines the speed of an AC motor?
• Is a transformer primarily used with AC or DC voltage?
• What determines the speed of an elevator?
• What is a "safety gear" in elevators?
• What is the purpose of an emergency stop switch in an elevator?
• Why is routine cleaning of elevator components important?
• What should an elevator technician do if an elevator fails to respond to calls?
• Which action is crucial when a malfunction occurs in an elevator?
• What is the consequence of running different voltages in the same conduit without adequate insulation?
• If an escape hatch is 16 inches wide, what is the minimum length required?
• What is the breaking strength of 1/2" rope?
• What is the distance of cable loop that should show above the basket after pouring the Babbitt?
• What is the effect of phase 1 service on elevator operation during a fire alarm?
• What feature helps maintenance personnel position themselves accurately during elevator installation?
• What is the maximum allowable voltage in a machine room?
• What is the maximum tripping speed for a 100 fpm elevator car?
• In terms of elevator safety, what should maintenance personnel avoid?
• What does the acronym "NEMA" stand for in relation to elevator components?
• When is a second pit stop switch required?
• What type of elevators are specifically designed without a machine room?
• Which system would generally provide a smoother rise for passengers, hydraulic or traction elevators?
• When is it permissible for a 2:1 car to have ropes attached to the cross head?
• What is a common issue that can arise with hydraulic elevators?
• What is a common type of elevator primarily utilized for moving goods?
• What is the primary purpose of a dovetail in elevator maintenance?
• What is the minimum height from the machine room floor that a cable guard needs to cover?
• What common problem can occur with elevator doors?
• For pits deeper than how many feet is a pit door required?
• Which of the following is a responsibility of elevator maintenance personnel?
• What should be the immediate action if someone is trapped in an elevator during a power outage?
• What is the main function of a freight elevator?
• Why is training essential for personnel working with elevators?
• Which class of freight elevator is designed for general freight loading?
• What is the purpose of metal straps on conduits?
• What is a common method to ensure elevator safety during maintenance?
• What is the maximum headroom for an escalator while standing on a step?
• What classification is a freight elevator designed for motor vehicle loading?
• What is the minimum height requirement for a freight elevator gate?
• How can you identify if Manila rope is damaged?
• What is an anti-slide device used for in escalators?
• What is the maximum allowable gap between an escalator step and the skirt panel?
• What feature is essential for ensuring safe evacuation of an elevator during a fire?
• What is a slack device used for in elevator systems?
• What is the minimum clearance required above the elevator car at the top of the shaft?
• What is the classification for industrial loading where a fork lift is not allowed in the car?
• Where are thrust bearings located on an elevator machine?
• Which statement is true about the installation of light switches in a machine room?
• Are freight cars covered by the LA City code regarding size and safety features?
• What should you check for on the car top that is not associated with hydro systems?
• Which tool is commonly used for elevator installation?
• Which component regulates the speed and prevent the elevator from descending too quickly?
• Which of the following statements is true regarding the installation of straps on flex?
• What is the minimum diameter for a compensating sheave in relation to the diameter of the cable?
• What is the first step in properly shackling a non-preformed wire rope?
• What is the purpose of the "car top inspection switch"?
• Where must a light switch be mounted in an elevator machine room?
• What is a common cause of accidents during cartop inspections?
• When are car doors considered closed using a keyed stop switch?
• What kind of environment necessitates the use of fire wire?
• Which is considered the primary safety feature in elevators?
• What should be done with the shackle basket before pouring in Babbitt?
• What is the main advantage of using fire wire for door locks?
• How is "traveling cable" important in an elevator?
• When do you need a hoistway bell?
• Which organization publishes the National Elevator Code (NEC)?
• Identify one emergency procedure for elevator entrapment.
• What is the governor tripping speed for a 100 fpm car?
• What does the formula for calculating the counterweight typically reference?
• Can you run both 220 volts and 110 volts in the same conduit?
• What is the minimum required clearance around hoist machines?
• According to wiring code, what color should the neutral wire be in a 110 volts circuit?
• In a three-phase system, how many degrees apart is the current?
• What is the maximum allowable size for an E.M.T.?
• What does "self-diagnostic" mean in the context of modern elevators?
• Which part of an elevator system is most directly accessed when using the service button?
• What is the minimum running clearance allowed between a car and its counterweight?
• What is the required refuse space for a car top?
• Why is ventilation crucial in an elevator shaft?
• Which type of elevator is tailored specifically for residential use?
• What is the required candle power for a machine room and pit?
• What is a potential consequence of not following elevator safety codes?
• Identify a component responsible for maintaining elevator speed.
• In the shackling process, what should be done with the tapered end of the basket?
• What should be done in the event of an accident on an escalator or elevator?
• What year was the regulation for Group III elevators established in the LA City code?
• What is the typical purpose of a suspension sheave in elevator systems?
• What is an essential step in reversing a DC motor?
• What should be done before checking for correct grounding in electrical work?
• What are the two types of hall doors in elevator systems?
• What is the role of the elevator controller?
• How long do you have to notify the Department of Building and Safety after an elevator accident?
• What do the bell signals for hoisting represent?
• When is a pit ladder required in elevator installations?
• What is the function of a "buffer" in an elevator system?
• What does the elevator door restrict during operation?
• What is the minimum height from the pit floor that a counterweight guard must cover?
• How do you check for a ground wire?
• What is the minimum clearance from the buffer to the bottom of the car for a hydro system?
• How are escalator handrails measured?
• What is the allowable maximum force developed by a door closer?
• What safety feature is used to arrest the motion of an elevator car in an emergency?
• What is the characteristic of 6x19 cable compared to 8x19 cable?
• Define "elevator pit."
• What is the main function of a "door operator" in an elevator?
• Which part of the elevator system is crucial for emergency communication?
• For pits deeper than how many feet is a ladder required?
• What type of control system is used in modern elevators for efficiency?
• How often should the drum be re-shackled on an overhead drum machine?
• What is the primary function of an elevator slack device?
• List one type of drive system commonly used in elevators.
• What does "emergency power operation" refer to in elevators?
• What is the primary function of phase 2 fire service in elevators?
• What type of signaling system is often used in elevators?
• What should be done with the cable ends during the shackling process?
• What is the procedure for testing the proper temperature of Babbitt when working with shackles?
• What is the primary purpose of a guard in elevator systems?
• What is defined as an area housing the driving and control machinery for the elevator?
• What type of buffers must be used for speeds below 50 fpm?
• What is the definition of "standing time" for elevators?
• What is the maximum tripping speed of a governor rated at 200 fpm?
• What is typically installed to provide fire safety within elevator shafts?
• How often should the drum be re-shackled on a basement drum machine?
• What factor influences the height requirement for pull straps on manual doors?
• What is a necessary action before performing maintenance on an elevator?
• What distinguishes a letter of intent from a permit?
• Where should metal straps be placed on flexible conduit?
• What type of door would you classify an elevator door that operates automatically?
• How often should elevators be inspected according to California law?
• How does phase 1 fire service operate in elevators?
• Identify a key regulation that impacts elevator installation in Los Angeles.
• What is the method to reverse a three-phase motor?
• What type of fire extinguisher is required to be present in the machine room?
• Which component is essential for stopping an elevator in case of failure?
• What is the maximum number of passengers allowed on an elevator with a 2000 pound rated load?
• What type of wire is specified for door locks in elevator systems?
• What type of maintenance can be conducted using the service button?
• What function does the "service button" in an elevator serve?
• What must be the maximum distance between metal straps on flexible conduit?
• What is the maximum voltage allowed to run to the elevator cab?
• What type of maintenance is referred to as "preventative maintenance"?
• What is one of the main purposes of handrails in elevator lobbies?
• What is the importance of "load testing" for elevators?
• What is meant by the term rated speed in the context of elevators?
• How far from the coupling should metal straps be placed on conduit?
• What is a common emergency procedure for elevator maintenance personnel?
• What material is commonly used in an anti-slide device between escalators?
• What is "hoisting machinery" in the context of elevators?
• What is a potential safety hazard in elevator shafts?
• In what situation is a "firefighter's reset feature" used?
• Which type of rope is considered the most flexible among wire ropes?
• Where should an over speed valve be located?
• What distance should metal straps be placed from conduit boxes?
• At what speed must oil buffers be utilized in elevators?
• What should workers do to effectively communicate during elevator maintenance?
• What is the weight of a counterweight if the car weighs 6000 lbs and the rated load is 4000 lbs?
• What should be done if an escalator step has an excessive gap to the skirt panel?
• What color wire is typically used for a ground branch circuit?
• What is the primary role of an elevator inspector?
• What is the minimum clearance required between the controller and controller disconnect in the machine room?
• Why is an ABC fire extinguisher required in a machine room?
• What is the minimum foot candle power required for machine room lighting?
• On what type of machine does re-roping occur most frequently?
• What can be a sign of wear on synthetic ropes?
• What is a leveling device in the context of elevators?
• What is the minimum number of ropes required on an elevator car?
• In elevator systems, what does a cable guard protect against?
• What factor affects the speed at which an escalator can move?
• Which class of freight elevator allows a fork lift to ride in the car with the load?
• What is the maximum length allowed for flexible E.M.T?
• What type of system is usually used for elevator control?
• How do "safety rails" benefit elevator operations?
• What is the most common cause of wire rope damage during re-shackling?
• What is the maximum angle in degrees that an escalator can incline from horizontal?
• In terms of safety, why is it crucial to maintain the specified temperature in a machine room?
• What are the designated floors called where phase 1 switches are located?
• Which of the following is important for safety when working in elevator shafts?
• What is the purpose of a rectifier in elevator systems?
• Why should ropes be replaced on a drum machine more often?
• In a hydraulic elevator system, when the elevator is moving upwards at full speed, what is the status of the check valve?
• Why are "interlocks" important for elevator safety?
• What is the minimum required area for an escape hatch?
• What is the minimum clearance between the controller and hoist equipment in the machine room?
• What does "car travel" refer to in elevator terminology?
• Which emergency feature is essential for elevators serving high-rise buildings?
• What color wire is used for grounding according to LA City code?
• What is the maximum speed an escalator can operate at?
• How many degrees are the poles set apart in a three-phase motor?
• Which cable is more flexible but not as strong?
• In a machine room, what is typically the minimum voltage that should be avoided to ensure safety?
• How is the up speed of a hydraulic elevator determined?
• Why is a guard attached to the front of an elevator?
• Identify one common safety device used in elevators.
• What does the term "overload condition" refer to in elevators?
• How many floors does a "low-rise" elevator typically serve?
• What is the maximum car speed for instantaneous safeties?
• What is the most common cause of rope failure?
• What is the breaking strength of 5/8" rope?
• What are "holding brakes" in elevator systems?
• What is the primary purpose of brushes on a DC motor?
• When is it acceptable to troubleshoot circuits using jumpers?
• How many wraps must be left on a drum machine when the car or counterweight are landed?
• What is the maximum car top operating speed for elevators?
• What is the minimum clearance required from the elevator pit floor to the light guard?
• What should be checked during a routine elevator maintenance inspection?
• Which component is designed to prevent the elevator car from falling if a cable breaks?
• What tool can be utilized for checking the vertical alignment of elevator components?
• What type of loading does a Class C freight elevator allow according to the LA City code?