Single-unit air brakes practice quiz

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Single-unit air brakesQuestion 17 of 200

Correct41%7 of 17 answered

Incorrect59%10 of 17 answered

What is the correct response when an automatic slack adjuster repeatedly shows excessive stroke?

AHave the failed, misinstalled or related foundation-brake problem repaired by qualified personnel.Correct answer

BKeep manually tightening it before every trip.

CIgnore it because it adjusts itself.Your answer

Incorrect.

Repeated manual adjustment can hide the real defect and damage the adjuster; the braking system needs qualified repair. (Guide p. 195)

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