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What should be checked inside all TM inspection covers?
What should be checked inside all TM inspection covers?
Who is responsible for filling Part II of the Combined Train Report (CTR) form?
Who is responsible for filling Part II of the Combined Train Report (CTR) form?
What information is NOT included in the Combined Train Report (CTR) form?
What information is NOT included in the Combined Train Report (CTR) form?
How many copies of the CTR forms does the guard of the train need to hand over to the driver?
How many copies of the CTR forms does the guard of the train need to hand over to the driver?
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What is the first step in the procedure for filling up the CTR form?
What is the first step in the procedure for filling up the CTR form?
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What is the primary purpose of conducting a vacuum creation test on a locomotive?
What is the primary purpose of conducting a vacuum creation test on a locomotive?
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How long should it take to create a vacuum of 53 cm during the vacuum creation test?
How long should it take to create a vacuum of 53 cm during the vacuum creation test?
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What indicates an excess leakage during the vacuum leakage test?
What indicates an excess leakage during the vacuum leakage test?
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What is the initial step in performing the air pressure creation/leak test for a WAG5 air brake locomotive?
What is the initial step in performing the air pressure creation/leak test for a WAG5 air brake locomotive?
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What is considered a permissible fall in vacuum during the vacuum leakage test?
What is considered a permissible fall in vacuum during the vacuum leakage test?
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When should the vacuum leakage test be conducted on the locomotive?
When should the vacuum leakage test be conducted on the locomotive?
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What action should be taken if vacuum creation is not occurring properly during a test?
What action should be taken if vacuum creation is not occurring properly during a test?
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What pressure should the brake pipe be charged to during the process?
What pressure should the brake pipe be charged to during the process?
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How long does the B.P. gauge needle take to stabilize after dropping the pressure?
How long does the B.P. gauge needle take to stabilize after dropping the pressure?
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What should be done if a pressure drop is noticed within a minute after the test?
What should be done if a pressure drop is noticed within a minute after the test?
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What is the calculated time loss for a train during acceleration to booked speed after an out-of-course stoppage on the main line?
What is the calculated time loss for a train during acceleration to booked speed after an out-of-course stoppage on the main line?
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What is the additional time loss per T.P. for 8 to 10 KMPH speed restriction?
What is the additional time loss per T.P. for 8 to 10 KMPH speed restriction?
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How long is the time loss for a 30 KMPH speed restriction over one T.P.?
How long is the time loss for a 30 KMPH speed restriction over one T.P.?
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In the event of a stop dead and proceed with 8 kmph over one T.P., what is the total time loss?
In the event of a stop dead and proceed with 8 kmph over one T.P., what is the total time loss?
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What is the time loss per T.P. for a 50 kmph speed restriction?
What is the time loss per T.P. for a 50 kmph speed restriction?
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What is the allowed time loss in deacceleration for being out of course on the main line?
What is the allowed time loss in deacceleration for being out of course on the main line?
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What is the first step to address a DJ not closing after passing the neutral section?
What is the first step to address a DJ not closing after passing the neutral section?
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What is the maximum allowed pressure drop during continuous progression and regression?
What is the maximum allowed pressure drop during continuous progression and regression?
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Which component's timing needs to be between 9 to 13 seconds to prevent half notch tripping?
Which component's timing needs to be between 9 to 13 seconds to prevent half notch tripping?
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What should be checked for Q44 and Q118 branches related to tightness?
What should be checked for Q44 and Q118 branches related to tightness?
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What is an important action to take after checking SMGR pressure reducing valve?
What is an important action to take after checking SMGR pressure reducing valve?
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What is the purpose of tapping the relay panel gently?
What is the purpose of tapping the relay panel gently?
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Which check is specifically related to DJ air handling?
Which check is specifically related to DJ air handling?
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What is the purpose of keeping the train brake handle in the released position when approaching a caution order?
What is the purpose of keeping the train brake handle in the released position when approaching a caution order?
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What should be done to the DJ air filter?
What should be done to the DJ air filter?
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What could be a result of taking shunt notches suddenly while negotiating a gradient?
What could be a result of taking shunt notches suddenly while negotiating a gradient?
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What operations should be conducted on the SMGR valves?
What operations should be conducted on the SMGR valves?
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Which interlock is essential to check in relation to Q118 branch operations?
Which interlock is essential to check in relation to Q118 branch operations?
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What should be avoided when managing a fully loaded train on a gradient?
What should be avoided when managing a fully loaded train on a gradient?
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What is essential for ensuring the effective use of brake in a train?
What is essential for ensuring the effective use of brake in a train?
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What does the term 'notches' refer to in the context of traction control?
What does the term 'notches' refer to in the context of traction control?
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Why is it important to maintain appropriate vacuum/air pressure levels when braking?
Why is it important to maintain appropriate vacuum/air pressure levels when braking?
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What common issue might a loco inspector check for when a locomotive is not responding?
What common issue might a loco inspector check for when a locomotive is not responding?
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How can stalling of the train be effectively avoided when dealing with gradients?
How can stalling of the train be effectively avoided when dealing with gradients?
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What is a recommended practice when passing through a caution order?
What is a recommended practice when passing through a caution order?
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What factor is crucial for increasing tractive effort effectively while driving a loaded train?
What factor is crucial for increasing tractive effort effectively while driving a loaded train?
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What should be verified in the loco log book before energising the locomotive?
What should be verified in the loco log book before energising the locomotive?
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What is the proper procedure after the emergency reservoir pressure builds up to 7 to 8 kg.cm2?
What is the proper procedure after the emergency reservoir pressure builds up to 7 to 8 kg.cm2?
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What position should the isolating cocks be in before closing DJ?
What position should the isolating cocks be in before closing DJ?
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What must be checked if the loco is stabled on the pit before energising?
What must be checked if the loco is stabled on the pit before energising?
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What action is required after switching the battery 'ON' during the energising process?
What action is required after switching the battery 'ON' during the energising process?
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Which indication confirms that the overhead equipment (OHE) is alive when raising the pantograph?
Which indication confirms that the overhead equipment (OHE) is alive when raising the pantograph?
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What is the role of the programme switches located behind cab no. 2?
What is the role of the programme switches located behind cab no. 2?
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What should the position of the MU2B valve be in the trailing loco during a cab change?
What should the position of the MU2B valve be in the trailing loco during a cab change?
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Which brake handles should be in an isolated condition during a cab change in a loco?
Which brake handles should be in an isolated condition during a cab change in a loco?
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What should be the position of the A9 brake valve cut out cock in the driving cab?
What should be the position of the A9 brake valve cut out cock in the driving cab?
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Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the cab change procedure in multiple locos?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the cab change procedure in multiple locos?
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In the trailing loco, the A9 brake valve handle should be positioned how?
In the trailing loco, the A9 brake valve handle should be positioned how?
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What position should the SA9 brake valve cut out cock be in for the driving cab?
What position should the SA9 brake valve cut out cock be in for the driving cab?
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Which of the following conditions applies to the A9 differential valve cut out cock during a cab change?
Which of the following conditions applies to the A9 differential valve cut out cock during a cab change?
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How should the position of the HB5 relay cut out cock be set for the trailing loco?
How should the position of the HB5 relay cut out cock be set for the trailing loco?
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When changing the cab in a multiple loco scenario, what must be done to the A9 brake valve handle?
When changing the cab in a multiple loco scenario, what must be done to the A9 brake valve handle?
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What is the maximum acceptable fall in vacuum during a vacuum leakage test conducted after creating full vacuum?
What is the maximum acceptable fall in vacuum during a vacuum leakage test conducted after creating full vacuum?
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What initial condition must be met before starting the air pressure creation/leak test for a WAG5 air brake locomotive?
What initial condition must be met before starting the air pressure creation/leak test for a WAG5 air brake locomotive?
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During the vacuum creation test, what pressure must be achieved within the specified timeframe?
During the vacuum creation test, what pressure must be achieved within the specified timeframe?
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What indicates a potential problem if vacuum is not being created properly during a test?
What indicates a potential problem if vacuum is not being created properly during a test?
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What is the purpose of using a standard test plate with an 8 mm hole during the vacuum creation test?
What is the purpose of using a standard test plate with an 8 mm hole during the vacuum creation test?
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What is the position of the distributor valve isolating cock when it is closed?
What is the position of the distributor valve isolating cock when it is closed?
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Where is the lead and trail cock located in WAG5 and WAP1 locomotives?
Where is the lead and trail cock located in WAG5 and WAP1 locomotives?
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What is the purpose of the auto drain valve isolating cock on MR1 & MR2?
What is the purpose of the auto drain valve isolating cock on MR1 & MR2?
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What is the requirement for the feed pipe isolating cock when only a single pipe system is functioning?
What is the requirement for the feed pipe isolating cock when only a single pipe system is functioning?
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What color is the brake cylinder equalizing pipe angle cut out cock?
What color is the brake cylinder equalizing pipe angle cut out cock?
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Which of the following precautions is important during shunting operations?
Which of the following precautions is important during shunting operations?
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What should be the initial action before performing a shunting operation?
What should be the initial action before performing a shunting operation?
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Which of the following valves should be open in both leading and trailing locomotives?
Which of the following valves should be open in both leading and trailing locomotives?
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What action is performed with the main train pipe cut out cock during normal operating procedures?
What action is performed with the main train pipe cut out cock during normal operating procedures?
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What color signifies the MR equalizing pipe angle cut out cock?
What color signifies the MR equalizing pipe angle cut out cock?
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What should be checked first before closing the DJ after the LSDJ bulb indication?
What should be checked first before closing the DJ after the LSDJ bulb indication?
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In case the MU loco is working with a light load, which action can be taken regarding the trailing loco's pantograph?
In case the MU loco is working with a light load, which action can be taken regarding the trailing loco's pantograph?
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What condition must exist when hauling a load with a single loco is not possible?
What condition must exist when hauling a load with a single loco is not possible?
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What should be done if either of the locomotives is found defective after examination?
What should be done if either of the locomotives is found defective after examination?
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What is essential to check in relation to relay targets when preparing to close the DJ?
What is essential to check in relation to relay targets when preparing to close the DJ?
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What visual checks are necessary in the HT compartment before closing the DJ?
What visual checks are necessary in the HT compartment before closing the DJ?
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What should the action be if no abnormalities are found during checks on the trailing loco?
What should the action be if no abnormalities are found during checks on the trailing loco?
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Which consequence has resulted from previous failures to follow DJ closing precautions?
Which consequence has resulted from previous failures to follow DJ closing precautions?
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What should be done if abnormalities are detected in the relay board during checks?
What should be done if abnormalities are detected in the relay board during checks?
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What is a crucial step regarding the DJ when conducting checks after DJ tripping?
What is a crucial step regarding the DJ when conducting checks after DJ tripping?
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Study Notes
Locomotive Operation and Trouble Shooting
- Preamble: When a locomotive is not needed, it's switched off and stabled. Precautions are followed when energizing a locomotive.
Before Energizing the Locomotive
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Loco Log Book Inspection: Inspect the log book for defects or special instructions. Do not energize if there are defects to be addressed.
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Checking Safety Fittings: Check all safety fittings, paying special attention to those under the frame if the locomotive is stabled there. All fittings should be intact.
Energizing Procedures
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Building up Emergency Reservoir Pressure and Raising the Pantograph: Switch on the battery and start the compressor. Build up reservoir pressure (7-8 kg/cm²). Ensure the locomotive is under the overhead equipment (OHE) and raise the pantograph using the appropriate key. Check for the "chu" sound to confirm OHE contact.
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Setting Brake Cocks: Put loco and train brake cocks in the correct position (open or closed) in the appropriate cabs.
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Switchboard/Relay Boards Inspection: Check all program switches are in position 1.
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Test your knowledge on locomotive operation and the vital procedures for energizing and troubleshooting. This quiz covers essential steps such as inspection of log books, checking safety fittings, and energizing procedures including raising the pantograph. Perfect for railway operation enthusiasts and professionals alike.
