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Questions Bank section: Safety

1095. Is it possible to brake only one wheel in a tractor?

  • Yes, on both axles.
  • Only on the rear axle.
  • Not on any axle.
  • Only on the front axle.
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1096. When is it required to brake only one wheel in a tractor (brake separation)?

  • When the tractor driver wants to make a maneuver in a particularly large radius between structures or crops.
  • When one wheel slides against the ground and the tractor cannot proceed.
  • When the tractor driver wants to make a sharp turn on the spot while driving at a high speed.
  • When the tractor driver wants to make a sharp turn on the spot while driving at a very slow speed.
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1097. Is it permitted to drive a tractor with brakes that are permanently separated?

  • No. It might cause overheating and brake loss.
  • Yes, but is will cause uneven wear between the right and left brakes.
  • No. It might cause the tractor to roll-over while braking.
  • Yes, provided that the driver’s leg is positioned exactly between the two brake pedals.
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1098. What is the function of the tractor’s PTO (“Power Take Off”) power transfer?

  • To operate the oil pump of the hydraulic system.
  • To operate the front axle in tractors with four wheel drive.
  • To tow special equipment that requires smart and delicate support.
  • To move attachments and additional equipment operated by the tractor.
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1099. What RPM (Rounds per Minute) level should be determined to operate the tractor’s PTO (“Power Take Off”) power transfer?

  • Always according to the recommendation of the tractor’s manufacturer only.
  • The RPM is determined automatically with the operation of the PTO.
  • Any RPM level in which the equipment can be operated.
  • Standard RPM, unless otherwise indicated on the operated equipment.
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1100. What is the most important safety rule while operating a PTO power transfer?

  • The power transfer should only be operated when the engine is already hot.
  • The power transfer should not be operated while driving, but only when the tractor is standing.
  • The power transfer should not be operated without the supervision of an additional operator on the ground.
  • Stay away from the moving parts of the tractor and of the attachment.
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1101. What is the meaning of the PTO power transfer “standard operating speed’?

  • It is the RPM of the power transfer exit and of its drive shaft.
  • The RPM in which the gearbox exit shaft rotates.
  • The RPM of the oil pump that moves the power transfer.
  • The RPM of the engine itself (the “fly wheel” exit).
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1102. When should the tractor’s differential be locked?

  • When it is required to make a sharp turn on the spot while driving at a high speed.
  • When the tractor struggles to tow or pull a heavy weight tool.
  • When it is required to make a sharp turn on the spot while driving at a very slow speed.
  • When one wheel skids on the ground and the tractor cannot proceed.
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1103. What is forbidden to do after the differential is locked?

  • To turn the steering wheel and the wheels from side to side.
  • To operate the power transfer (PTO).
  • To connect between the right and left brakes.
  • To change gears while driving.
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1104. Which tractor-derived pressure is used to operate attachments and additional equipment?

  • Engine oil pressure.
  • Condensed air pressure.
  • Hydraulic oil pressure.
  • Steam water pressure.
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