Tec0151:Farm Power,Tractor Servicing And Operation Question Paper
Tec0151:Farm Power,Tractor Servicing And Operation
Course:Diploma In Agriculture
Institution: Meru University Of Science And Technology question papers
Exam Year:2012
QUESTION ONE – (30 MARKS)
(a) State the requirement of a good braking system. (5 Marks) (b) State the importance of the lubrication system in a tractor. (5 Marks) (c) Distinguish between the diesel and petrol engines. (5 Marks) (d) Describe the short term services activities in a tractor. (5 Marks) (e) With the aid of diagram describe the importance of biogas on the farm. (10 Marks)
QUESTION TWO – (15 MARKS)
(a) Differentiate between the two stroke cycle spark ignition and four stroke cycle spark ignition engine. (5 Marks) (b) State the maintenance practices of battery ignition system (6 Marks) (c) Highlight the qualities of a good steering system. (4 Marks)
QUESTION THREE – (15 MARKS)
(a) With the aid of diagram explain briefly the flow of petrol fuel. (11 Marks) (b) Outline the functions of a Carburetor. (4 Marks)
QUESTION FOUR – (15 MARKS)
(a) State the functions of tractor tyres. (5 Marks) (b) Describe how to increase the lifespan of a tractor tyre. (5 Marks) (c) Describe the safety rules for a tractor operation. (5 Marks)
QUESTION FIVE – (15 MARKS)
(a) State the types of farm tractors (5 Marks) (b) State the function of the following battery ignition system: (i) Condenser (ii) Contact breaker (iii) Ignition coil (3 Marks) (c) Outline the maintenance practices of a battery ignition system (7 Marks)
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