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What material is fire extinguisher plumbing usually made of?
What material is fire extinguisher plumbing usually made of?
- Copper
- Stainless steel (correct)
- Aluminum
- Plastic
Why should plumbing never be stretched during installation?
Why should plumbing never be stretched during installation?
- To meet regulatory standards
- To ensure it fits properly (correct)
- To make the installation process faster
- To save money on materials
What is a key precaution to observe when installing fire extinguisher plumbing?
What is a key precaution to observe when installing fire extinguisher plumbing?
- Stretch it to fit if necessary
- Support it with pipe clamps (correct)
- Mount it on electrical looms
- Ensure it is routed where it can be damaged easily
Which personnel are authorized to perform maintenance on explosive cartridges systems according to the text?
Which personnel are authorized to perform maintenance on explosive cartridges systems according to the text?
What should be the approval process for any new replacement or manufactured fire extinguisher plumbing lines?
What should be the approval process for any new replacement or manufactured fire extinguisher plumbing lines?
Why should plumbing never be attached to electrical looms during installation?
Why should plumbing never be attached to electrical looms during installation?
What is the primary function of the Inconel tube in the Fenwal fire-detecting element?
What is the primary function of the Inconel tube in the Fenwal fire-detecting element?
Which two companies' sensors are commonly referred to as fire-wire due to their similar construction?
Which two companies' sensors are commonly referred to as fire-wire due to their similar construction?
What is the range of lengths in which tubular fire detectors are manufactured for modern aircraft?
What is the range of lengths in which tubular fire detectors are manufactured for modern aircraft?
What is the typical diameter range of tubular fire detectors used in modern aircraft?
What is the typical diameter range of tubular fire detectors used in modern aircraft?
What material fills the space between the centre conductor and the tubing wall in the Fenwal fire-detecting element?
What material fills the space between the centre conductor and the tubing wall in the Fenwal fire-detecting element?
In the context of fire detection systems on aircraft, what is the primary role of the Fenwal, Walter, and Kidde sensors?
In the context of fire detection systems on aircraft, what is the primary role of the Fenwal, Walter, and Kidde sensors?
What happens to the eutectic salt mixture when the sensing element is exposed to a fire?
What happens to the eutectic salt mixture when the sensing element is exposed to a fire?
What role does the ceramic material play in a thermal switch fire detection system under normal conditions?
What role does the ceramic material play in a thermal switch fire detection system under normal conditions?
What is the function of the eutectic salt mixture in the sensing element of a fire detection system?
What is the function of the eutectic salt mixture in the sensing element of a fire detection system?
In what scenario would current flow between the inner and outer conductors of a fire detection system be initiated?
In what scenario would current flow between the inner and outer conductors of a fire detection system be initiated?
What is one significant similarity between the Walter Kidde and Fenwal fire detection sensors?
What is one significant similarity between the Walter Kidde and Fenwal fire detection sensors?
What is the function of one of the inner conductors being grounded in the Walter Kidde fire detection sensor?
What is the function of one of the inner conductors being grounded in the Walter Kidde fire detection sensor?
