Description : A loud buzzing noise at the contacts of a magnetic controller could indicate _____________. A. weak contact spring pressure B. misalignment of the magnet faces C. excessive line current D. mechanical binding
Last Answer : Answer: B
Description : If you hear a loud buzzing noise coming from a magnetic motor controller, you should ____________. A. assume that the motor is operating at a full load B. assume that the controller is operating normally C. ... of the problem D. feel the outside of the casing with your hand to see if it is hot
Last Answer : Answer: C
Description : Magnet chatter or 'pumping' occurring in a magnetic contactor can be caused by ______________. A. dirt or grease on pole faces B. mechanical interference in the contacts C. chattering contacts on the control relay D. magnetic lock out of the contacts
Description : A loud buzzing noise in an AC controller is probably caused by _____________. A. poor contact with the overload relay B. an incorrectly sized heater C. a broken shading coil D. abnormal starting current
Description : During its operation, loud buzzing and resultant welding of contacts of a magnetic relay may be caused by __________. A. overheating of the contactor coil B. low voltage on the operating coil C. low insulation resistance to ground D. lubrication of the contact bearing points
Description : Magnetic controller contacts may become welded together during operation because of _____________. A. excessive magnetic gap B. low contact pressure C. an open coil D. excessive ambient temperature
Description : Magnetic controller contacts may become welded together during operation due to _____________. A. an open coil B. low contact pressure C. excessive ambient temperature D. excessive magnetic gap
Description : If the contacts of a motor starter or controller fail to drop out when the 'stop' button is depressed the ____________. A. contacts are carrying excessive current B. contacts have become welded together C. shading coil is broken D. shading coil is loose
Description : If a magnetic controller relay fails to drop out when the coil voltage is removed from the relay, the probable cause may be _____________. A. excessive spring tension B. overvoltage C. excessive current D. welded contacts
Last Answer : Answer: D
Description : When troubleshooting a magnetic controller, it is found that the contacts are welded together. The most probable cause is _____________. A. excessive operation at low load B. high ambient temperature C. low voltage on the operating coil D. high voltage on the operating coil
Description : The pitting of controller contacts can be caused by _____________. A. excessive spring pressure B. insufficient contact pressure C. continuous motor overload D. all of the above
Description : Humming or buzzing of electric contacts is a symptom of ____________. A. low voltage on the operating coil B. power failure to the operating coil C. a control circuit ground D. a control circuit overload
Last Answer : Answer: A
Description : A shading coil used in an AC magnetic controller, functions to _____________. A. reduce vibration and noise in the contactor B. prevent flux buildup in the operating coil C. eliminate arcing when the contacts close D. energize the operating coil and 'pull in' the contacts
Description : The air gap in an induction motor should be checked periodically with a feeler gage to detect ____________. A. rotor contact with the laminations B. changes in armature magnetic strength C. excessive bearing wear D. electrical damage to the rotor
Description : Motor starter or controller contacts may become welded together if the contacts _____________. A. open too quickly and arc B. close under excessive pressure C. open or close too quickly D. close under excessive starting current
Description : When an operating motor is connected to the controller shown in the illustration, the a path of current flow through the circuit is ____________. EL-0010 A. 'L1', stop button, start button, coil 'CR', 'L2' B. 'L1' ... L2' D. 'L1', stop button, start button, 'CR' contact, 'M' contact, 'CR' coil, 'L2'
Description : Why is my Laptop's battery charger is making a loud buzzing noise?
Last Answer : Most likely it is about to fail, and needs to be replaced , you can pick one up at any electronics place, noticed they were selling for E10 here, probably cheaper in USD.
Description : How do bees and mosquito create a loud buzzing noise?
Last Answer : Both bees and mosquitoes make the buzzing noises with theirwings. Their wings are moving at such a high rate of speed that itmakes the vibrations and buzzing sounds.
Description : Etched or burned bands on the contact faces of the brushes in a direct current generator can be caused by ____________. A. high mica segments B. copper drag on the commutator C. brushes improperly positioned D. copper embedded in the brushes
Description : If a magnetic controller contact fails to pick up when the operating coil is energized, one possible cause may be _______________. A. low spring pressure B. low voltage to the coil C. the residual magnetism of the contact faces D. dirty contact faces
Description : If a magnetic controller contactor fails to pick up when the coil voltage is applied to the contactor coil, the cause may be _____________. A. overload B. misalignment of the affected contactor contacts C. low spring pressure D. an open contactor coil
Description : Magnetic controller contacts may become welded together during operating conditions as a result of _____________. A. high spring pressure B. high ambient temperature C. an open coil D. low voltage on operating coil
Description : Burning of controller contacts, when opening, is prevented by _____________. A. coating the contact surfaces lightly with petroleum jelly B. magnetic blowout coils C. an overvoltage release D. an overcurrent release
Description : In the illustrated motor controller, the motor fails to start. A voltmeter reading between 1 and 6 reads line voltage, while the voltmeter reading between 2 and 6 reads 0 VAC. The problem is __________. EL- ... in the 'M' coil, 'Ma' contact/start switch or overload contacts D. fuse '10a' is blown
Description : The pole faces of U-shaped magnet in a moving coil galvanometer are made concave to a) decrease the strength of magnetic field b) create a non-uniform magnetic field c) make the magnetic field radial d) All of these
Last Answer : c) make the magnetic field radial
Description : Voltage failure of an AC generator may be caused by ____________. A. failure of the exciter generator B. a tripped bus circuit breaker C. high mica segments on the stator bus bar D. excessive prime mover speed
Description : Which of the following statements is true about the illustrated circuit? EL-0030 A. The field rheostat is used for manual voltage control. B. if the generator is flat compounded then the field rheostat ... to act like a series motor and overspeed with the controller in the full raise position.
Description : After turning on the fluorescent lamp shown in the illustration, you note that the ends of the tube alternately glow and becomce dark without illuminating the center. The most obable cause for ... the lamp D. component 'B' contacts are opening and closing thus prohibiting sufficient current flow
Description : The illustration shows a fluorescent light fixture. The ends of the lamp alternately glow and become dark, but the tube will not light. The most probable cause is that ____________. EL-0081 ... start the lamp D. component 'B' contacts are opening and closing thus prohibiting sufficient current flow
Description : During start-up of the circuit shown in the illustration, it is noted that the ends of component 'C' alternately glow and become dark without the tube illuminating. The most probable cause ... start the lamp D. component 'B' contacts are opening and closing thus prohibiting sufficient current flow
Description : When reading electrical motor controller diagrams, it helps to know that ____________. A. current paths in the control circuit are drawn as heavy lines and in the power circuit as lighter lines B. current ... subject to 500 volts or greater are drawn as light lines and below 500 volts as heavy lines
Description : The purpose of a heat sink, as frequently used with transistors, is to ____________. A. prevent excessive temperature rise B. compensate for excessive doping C. increase the reverse current D. decrease the forward current
Description : Which of the following statments is true of the illustrated motor controller? EL-0023 A. The low speed is used for starting the motor and when the controller automaticly shifts to High speed. B. The HOL relay ... D. If the overload relay opens for high speed the motor can still be run in low speed.
Description : Complete controller maintenance includes _____________. A. periodic testing of protective devices B. checking for loose or worn contacts and weak springs C. maintaining a sufficient supply of spare parts D. all of the above
Description : The 'reset' contacts of the master switch shown in the illustration provides the winch controller with ___________. EL-0102 A. low voltage release B. overload protection C. low voltage protection D. high power factor correction
Description : Motor controller or starter contacts may become pitted and welded together if the contacts _____________. A. open under loaded conditions B. close slowly with light pressure C. open too quickly and arc D. close quickly with proportionate pressure
Description : Controller contacts should be routinely cleaned by ________. A. blowing with compressed air B. filing with a bastard file C. wiping with a clean dry cloth D. dressing with crocus cloth
Description : One function of the movable cams in a drum-type motor controller is to _____________. A. regulate the speed of the motor B. maintain resistance contacts in clean condition C. insulate the operating handle D. limit the amount of load put on the motor
Description : If the line voltage to the controller shown in the illustration is 440 volts, what voltage is applied across the motor when contacts 'S' close? EL-0080 A. 110 volts B. 220 volts C. 440 volts D. 660 volts
Description : Excessive heat in an operating motor controller can result from _____________. A. a closed starter contact B. loose connections C. missing arc chutes D. low motor starting torque
Description : What kind of bug makes that buzzing noise?
Last Answer : Locust, maybe?
Description : Why is there a buzzing sound coming from my amp?
Last Answer : Did you check for loose wires? Even so, if it’s brand new you should take it back and have looked at and either replaced or fixed.
Description : Why is there a buzzing sounds coming from my PC audio out jack?
Last Answer : Sounds like a dirty or dammaged connector.
Description : If a sudden loud noise in the range of 100-150 dB ruptured one's eardrum and caused bleeding from the ears how long would it take for hearing to return in a best case scenario?
Last Answer : An internet search was not definitive on whether or not the eardrums would rupture, but there is the possibility. If this is describing an actual situation, your time would be best spent talking to a doctor.
Description : A testing device called a 'growler' is being used to locate a shorted coil in the stator of an AC electrical machine. When the 'feeler' is moved over a slot containing the shorted coil _____________. ... . the meter needle will be deflected to zero D. the meter needle will be deflected to full-scale
Description : Unnecessary and frequent applications of varnish to the generator windings to repair defective insulation will result in ____________. A. heavy coatings of varnish interfering with heat dissipation B. ... of the rectifier assembly D. a built-up of varnish without changing generator operation
Description : As shown in the illustration, the symbol is used in electrical drawings to designate a ____________. EL-0026 A. limit switch with one set of normally open contacts B. maintaining type ... type push button with a mechanical interlock D. normally closed contact held open mechanically by an interlock
Description : Regarding the illustrated electrical schematic, 'S1-P', 'S1-Q', and 'S1-R' represent ____________. EL-0016 A. capacitors B. normally-closed contacts C. normally-open contacts D. normally-closed pushbutton switches
Description : To stop the electric motor shown in the illustration, the stop button is depressed, causing ____________. EL-0012 A. coil 'MS' to become de-energized B. contacts 'CR1' and 'MR4' to open C. contacts 'MR1', 'MR2', and 'MR3' to open D. contacts 'MS1', 'MS2', and 'MS3' to open