Elevator Mechanic Practice Exam

Choosing to decrease the cable length may not effectively address the challenge of hoisting rails into the hoistway and could result in unnecessary complications. Instead, adding another or more wraps to the capstan hoist improves the friction and grip on the cable, which can significantly enhance the lifting power and make it easier for the apprentice to hoist the rails. This adjustment enables the hoist to create a more effective mechanical advantage, reducing the amount of force required.

Increasing the pulley size could also help in some scenarios by reducing the load per unit of rope. However, if the apprentice is struggling specifically with the hoisting process, enhancing the wraps on the capstan is a more direct solution. Using a different type of hoist might be an option, but it generally requires more setup time and may not necessarily resolve the immediate difficulty faced by the apprentice.