Operate Alternators, Generators. Test 6

Why are interpoles fitted to DC generators?

To prevent shaft magnetism.
To enable the same size generator to carry more load.
To prevent burning of the brushes.
To counter field distortion.

In the event of total immersion of an electric motor in sea water what corrective action should you take to make the motor operational again?

Wash with fresh water, wipe dry and re-varnish windings.
Clean with air, wash with fresh water and heat by lamp.
Wash with tetrachloride, heat to 80
Wash with tetrachloride, wipe dry and re-varnish windings.

What will happen when push-button 2 is pressed?

The relay coil A will activate as long at the button is pressed.
The relay coil A will activate and remain activated even after the button 2 has been released.
The switch T will cause the coil to de-activate.
The bulb L will give a pulsating light.

An unidentified feeder supplies three motors with full load currents of 15, 40 and 52 Amps each. What is the minimum size of the motor feeder in 'AMPACITY '?

120 Amps.
175 Amps.
235 Amps.
350 Amps.

What is the result if a motor runs at a frequency higher than its designed operating frequency?

It will run slower and at too high a voltage.
It will run faster and overspeed.
It will run slower with too high a current.
It will run faster and be overloaded.

If the insulation fails on a major distribution cable, which alternator breaker trip will operate?

The short circuit protection.
The reverse current trip.
The overload trip.
The high/low frequency trip.

What can cause etched or burned bands on the contact faces of brushes in a DC motor?

Copper drag on the commutator.
Copper embedded in the brushes.
Brushes improperly positioned.
High mica segments.

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Operate Alternators, Generators. Test 6

Operate Alternators, Generators. Test 6

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