TROUBLESHOOTING OBJECTIVE 7

What is the first step a mechanic should take when troubleshooting a system?

• Look at the equipment to see if it is operational

• Replace all components

• Perform maintenance immediately

• Consult the manual

What is a basic tool of troubleshooting?

• Knowledge of how a system should work

• A wrench

• A hammer

• A screwdriver

Which tool is used to check electrical circuits for potential or drop?

• Voltmeter

• Ampmeter

• Megohmmeter

• Ohmmeter

What should you use to check for continuity of circuits?

• Ampmeter

• Thermometer

• Voltmeter

• Ohmmeter

What does an ampmeter measure?

• Amperage

• Temperature

• Resistance

• Voltage

What is the purpose of a megohmmeter?

• To measure voltage

• To test insulation resistance

• To measure current

• To check for shorts

What is the hopscotch method of troubleshooting?

• A systematic step-by-step procedure

• Using only visual inspections

• Jumping from one component to the next

• Checking all components at once

In the hopscotch method, where do you start testing?

• At the beginning of the circuit

• At the end of the circuit

• At the power source

• In the equipment room

What is the shotgun method of troubleshooting?

• Checking all devices simultaneously

• Testing the most logical source of the problem first

• Using random guesses

• A systematic approach to testing

What should you ask a customer when troubleshooting?

• If they have the original purchase receipt

• If they have a warranty

• If they know how to fix it themselves

• When the problem first started