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MECH2320Chapter1Homework

True/False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
 

 1. 

One of the main considerations when installing a machine is the power source.
 

 2. 

Manual control may be accomplished by simply connecting a switch in series with the motor.
 

 3. 

With automatic control, an operator has to initiate certain actions.
 

 4. 

High voltage surges are harmless and cannot damage electronic components connected to the power line.
 

 5. 

Diodes are used to suppress the voltage spikes produced by coils that operate on direct current.
 

Completion
Complete each statement.
 

 6. 

The conductor size, fuse or circuit breaker size, and overload size are generally determined using the ____________________ Code® and/or local codes.
 

 

 7. 

Insurance companies established the ______________________________ organization in an effort to reduce the number of fires caused by electrical equipment.
 

 

 8. 

____________________ control is characterized by the use of push buttons, limit switches, pressure switches, and other sensing devices to control the operation of a magnetic contractor or starter.
 

 

 9. 

Fuses and circuit breakers are generally employed for ____________________ protection.
 

 

 10. 

The current flow through the MOV is called ____________________ current and is so small that it does not affect the operation of the circuit.
 

 

Short Answer
 

 11. 

What does Underwriters Laboratories (UL) do?
 

 12. 

What are manual controllers?
 

 13. 

What is a wiring diagram?
 

 14. 

What does a schematic diagram show?
 

 15. 

What is the difference between jogging and inching?
 



 
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