Distributor Valve Functions Quiz

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What is the function of the feed pipe in the air brake system?

To supply compressed air to the auxiliary reservoir for brake application (correct)
To control the application and release of the brakes
To store the compressed air for brake application
To connect the auxiliary reservoir to the brake cylinder

What is the purpose of the brake pipe in the air brake system?

To connect the auxiliary reservoir to the brake cylinder
To store the compressed air for brake application
To control the application and release of the brakes by varying the air pressure within it (correct)
To supply compressed air to the auxiliary reservoir for brake application

What happens when the brake pipe pressure is dropped by venting air from the driver’s brake valve?

The feed pipe is charged with compressed air at 6 kg/cm^2
The distributor valve disconnects the control reservoir from the brake pipe and connects the auxiliary reservoir to the brake cylinder (correct)
The distributor valve stores the compressed air for brake application
The brake pipe is charged with compressed air at 5 kg/cm^2

What does the distributor valve do during the brake application stage?

<p>It connects the auxiliary reservoir to the brake cylinder, allowing the brake cylinder piston to be pushed outwards for the application of brakes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers