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Assessment Form for Elevator and Escalator Senior Technician-Advanced

Note: It is recommended that individuals strive to achieve the highest score possible in order to

Ensure success.

1. What is the primary purpose of a "VFD" (Variable Frequency Drive) in an elevator

system?
a) To control the direction of the elevator's travel
b) To adjust the speed and torque of the elevator motor
c) To provide emergency lighting inside the elevator cabin
d) To balance the weight of the elevator cabin and improve energy efficiency
2. Which type of elevator drive system is known for its smooth and quiet operation and is
commonly used in high-rise buildings?
a) Hydraulic elevator
b) Traction elevator with a gearless machine
c) Traction elevator with a geared machine
d) Pneumatic elevator
3. In an escalator, what is the purpose of the "demarcation lights" at the sides of the escalator
steps?
a) To indicate the direction of escalator movement
b) To illuminate the steps for better visibility
c) To warn passengers about an upcoming stop
d) To provide emergency lighting in case of power failure
4. What does the term "ASTM F963" refer to in the context of escalator safety standards?
a) A standard for elevator machine room design
b) A standard for escalator emergency stop buttons
c) A standard for escalator brake systems
d) A standard for the safety of toys and children's products

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5. Which component is responsible for detecting the load and passenger weight inside an
elevator cabin?
a) Governor
b) Encoder
c) Load weighing device
d) Proximity sensor
6. What is the function of the "comb impact switch" in an escalator system?
a) To control the escalator's speed during operation
b) To activate emergency brakes in case of over speed
c) To monitor the tension of the escalator chains
d) To stop the escalator if an object gets trapped between the comb plates and steps
7. Which type of elevator door operator is commonly used for high-rise buildings and
provides fast and smooth door opening and closing?
a) Hydraulic door operator
b) Pneumatic door operator
c) Geared door operator
d) VVVF door operator
8. What is the purpose of "re-leveling" in an elevator system?
a) To adjust the speed of the elevator during the operation
b) To synchronize multiple elevators in a building
c) To correct small deviations in the elevator's landing position
d) To monitor and maintain the elevator's speed
9. Which safety device prevents an escalator from moving if the step chain becomes loose or
breaks?
a) Skirt brushes
b) Step demarcation lights
c) Skirt panels
d) Step chain safety device
10. Which type of elevator drive system is known for its energy efficiency and is suitable for
low to mid-rise buildings?
a) Hydraulic elevator
b) Traction elevator with a gearless machine
c) Traction elevator with a geared machine
d) Pneumatic elevator

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11. What is the purpose of "phase sequence protection" in an elevator electrical control
system?
a) To regulate the direction of the elevator's travel
b) To ensure that the elevator stops precisely at each floor level
c) To protect the motor from damage due to incorrect power supply phases
d) To provide emergency lighting inside the elevator cabin
12. What is the function of the "inverter" in an escalator system?
a) To regulate the speed of the escalator
b) To adjust the level of illumination on the escalator steps
c) To monitor the tension of the escalator chains
d) To control the escalator's direction of movement
13. Which type of elevator door is commonly used for high-rise buildings due to its speed
and efficiency?
a) Center opening door
b) Telescopic sliding door
c) Bi-parting door
d) Collapsible door
14. What does the term "Pit Stop Switch" refer to in an escalator system?
a) A switch to stop the escalator for maintenance purposes
b) A switch to control the escalator's speed during operation
c) A switch to monitor the tension of the escalator chains
d) A switch to prevent damage to the escalator when it reaches the bottom of the escalator pit
15. Which safety device in an elevator system is designed to prevent the elevator cabin from
exceeding its rated speed?
a) Overspeed governor
b) Door interlocks
c) Load weighing device
d) Buffer
16- The escalator's handrail is not moving or is moving out of sync with the steps. What
could be the potential cause?
a) The escalator's handrail drive motor is faulty.
b) The escalator's handrail guide tracks are misaligned.
c) The escalator's handrail tension is too tight.
d) The escalator's handrail drive chain is loose.

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17- The elevator is experiencing inconsistent floor-to-floor travel times. What could be the
potential cause?
a) The elevator's car door is not closing properly.
b) The elevator's governor rope socket is worn out.
c) The elevator's speed governor is not calibrated correctly.
d) The elevator's travel cables are damaged.
18- The escalator's comb plates are not engaging correctly, causing tripping hazards. What
could be the potential cause?
a) The escalator's comb plate switch is faulty.
b) The escalator's comb plate teeth are damaged.
c) The escalator's comb plate guide tracks are misaligned.
d) The escalator's comb plate drive chain is loose.
19- The elevator's call buttons in the lobby are unresponsive. What could be the potential
cause?
a) The elevator's call button circuit is damaged.
b) The elevator's door interlock system is engaged.
c) The elevator's hall lanterns are malfunctioning.
d) The elevator's door hangers are misaligned.
20- The escalator's emergency stop button is activated, and the escalator is not restarting.
What could be the potential cause?
a) The escalator's main power switch is turned off.
b) The escalator's emergency stop circuit is damaged.
c) The escalator's handrail drive motor is overheated.
d) The escalator's comb plate is not fully engaged.

The correct answers to the questions are as follows:

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1- b) To adjust the speed and torque of the elevator motor

2- b) Traction elevator with a gearless machine
3- a) To indicate the direction of escalator movement
4- d) A standard for the safety of toys and children's products
5- c) Load-weighing device
6- d) To stop the escalator if an object gets trapped between the comb plates and steps
7- d) VVVF door operator
8- c) To correct small deviations in the elevator's landing position
9- d) Step chain safety device
10- b) Traction elevator with a gearless machine
11- c) To protect the motor from damage due to incorrect power supply phases
12- a) To regulate the speed of the escalator
13- b) Telescopic sliding door
14- d) A switch to prevent damage to the escalator when it reaches the bottom of the
escalator pit
15- a) Overspeed governor
16- a) The escalator's handrail drive motor is faulty.
17- c) The elevator's speed governor is not calibrated correctly.
18- b) The escalator's comb plate teeth are damaged.
19- a) The elevator's call button circuit is damaged.
20- b) The escalator's emergency stop circuit is damaged.