How to start a carwash: Word of the Week: Solenoid - Professional Carwashing & Detailing

How to start a carwash: Word of the Week: Solenoid

From the multiple choices listed, see if you know the definition.

The word-of-the-week quiz on carwash.com features words from the Glossary of Terms provided by CarWash College.

This week's word is: Solenoid

Which is the correct definition? Scroll down to see the answer.

A. A device used to indicate the temperature of the item being monitored.

B. Solar panels that supply energry to control the mechanisms of the carwash.

C. Heating mechanism energized by a device such as a switch or a relay. They control the movement of heat to the tunnel equipment from the back room control system. Back room pump stations use these valves. i.e. CTA's, tire shiners, reclaim odor control system and the spot-free rinse system.

D. Control mechanism energized by a device such as a switch or a relay. They control the movement of water, air and or chemical to the tunnel equipment from the back room control system. Back room pump stations use these valves. i.e. CTA's, tire shiners, reclaim odor control system and the spot-free rinse system.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The answer is: D

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