F40 PH-2D

OPERATOR'S
MANUAL

3rd Edition
Fourth Quarter 1990

VIA Rail
Road Numbers
6400 to 6419
6420 to 6429
6430 to 6458

A Locomotive Product Support Department Publication

Diesel Division General Motors of Canada Limited
2021 Oxford E., London, Ontario, Canada
C460/C464/C471
NOTICE

The purpose of this Manual is to serve as a guide in the

operation of the locomotive and its equipment. The information
was compiled for the following F40PH-2D Locomotives, with
basic equipment and requested extras:

Road Numbers 6400 to 6419,

6420 to 6429,
6430 to 6458.

Although minor variations are possible, the equipment selected

for coverage has been chosen as representative of this
particular model.

Minor differences encountered in equipment are due to changes

made after the manual was sent to press. These changes will
be covered in subsequent editions of this manual.

When special extra equipment is involved, consult specific

drawings or instructions as provided by the railroad.

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 INTRODUCTION
This manual is presented as a guide for personnel who operate
the Model F40PH-2D Locomotive.

The contents of the manual are divided into five sections, as

follows:

Section 1 - GENERAL INFORMATION

Section 1 provides pertinent data, as well as a general

description of the locomotive.

Section 2 - CONTROLS

This Section explains the functions of the control equipment

used in operating the locomotive.

Section 3 - OPERATION

Major operating procedures for the locomotive and its

equipment are outlined in this Section.

Section 3A - OPERATION OF THE HEAD END POWER

SYSTEM

This Section explains the functions of the control equipment

used in the operation of the Head End Power (Auxiliary AC)
System.

Section 4 - TROUBLESHOOTING

Section 4 describes the Condition, Probable Cause, and

Suggested Operator's Response, for problems which may occur
during locomotive operation.

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
A block of page numbers is allocated to each Section of this SECTION 1. GENERAL INFORMATION
Manual. Section 1 starts with page 1-1, Section 2 with 2-1, and
the other Sections follow in like manner. Figures are identified GENERAL DATA ............................................................ 1-1
by Section and sequence numbers. GENERAL DESCRIPTION .............................................. 1-9
Introduction..................................................................... 1-9
To obtain the maximum benefit from this Manual, it is Locomotive Operat;'ion................................................. 1-10
recommended that the Sections be read in the sequence in
which they appear. SECTION 2. CONTROLS AND INDICATING DEVICES

INTRODUCTION ............................................................... 2-1

NOTE CAB EQUIPMENT ............................................................ 2-3
ELECTRICAL CONTROL CABINET .............................. 2-3
Information pertaining to maintenance, adjustment, and testing Fuse and Switch Panel ........................................... 2-4
is contained in the Locomotive Service Manual. Instructions, for Circuit Breaker Panel ................................................. 2-8
the testing and maintenance of individual locomotive Engine Control Panel .................................................2-17
components, are a part of the standard Maintenance Instruction Indicating Light Panel ..................................... 2-17
(M.I.) Bulletin Series. Annunciator Module ...................................................2-24
Head End Power Control Panel ................................ 2-25
Indicating Light Panel ................................. 2-29
OPERATOR'S CONTROL CONSOLE ......................... 2-32
Air Brake Equipment...................................................2-32
Switch Panel ............................................................. 2-48
Instrument Panel ........................................................2-50
OVERHEAD CONSOLE ................................................. 2-53
Crew Alert Panel ........................................................2-53
RSC Alarm Control Panel ..........................................2-54
Indicating Light Panel ............................................... 2-55
Warning Light Panel ...................................................2-55
Car Banking Monitoring System Lights ................... 2-63
Two-Way Radio .........................................................2-64
Steam Generator Panel .............................................2-64

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CAB AND SHORT HOOD MISCELLANEOUS MIXED GEAR RATIO OPERATION ............................. 3-24
EQUIPMENT ............... ............................................ .2-66 BLENDED AIR AND DYNAMIC BRAKING ................. 3-24
ENGINE ROOM CONTROLS AND DEVICES ............ 2-68 Dynamic Brake Wheel Slide Control........................ 3-27
Head End Power Monitor Panel .............................. 2-69 OPERATION IN HELPER SERVICE ........................... 3-28
Indicating Light Panel ................................... 2-69 ISOLATING A UNIT ....................................................... 3-28
Engine Start Station ................................................. 2-74 CHANGING OPERATING ENDS .................................. 3-28
Monitoring Devices ....................................... 2-76 On Unit Being Cut-Out (Trail) ...................................3-29
Safety Devices ...............................................2-79 On Unit Being Cut-in (Lead) .....................................3-30
LOCOMOTIVE MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT ...... 2-81 STOPPING THE ENGINE ............................................. 3-31
Hot Box Monitoring System ...................................... 2-84 LEAVING A LOCOMOTIVE UNATTENDED ............... 3-32
Car Banking Monitoring System ............................... 2-86 TOWING THE LOCOMOTIVE IN A LOCOMOTIVE
Event Recorder and Crew Alertness ........................ 2-87 CONSIST ...................................................................... 3-32
FREEZING WEATHER PRECAUTIONS ..................... 3-34
SECTION 3. OPERATION Draining the Cooling System .............................. 3-34
CONTINUED OPERATION FROM THE CAB
INTRODUCTION ............................................................... 3-1
OF A FAILED LEAD UNIT ......................................... 3-35
PREPARATION FOR SERVICE ..................................... 3-1
PASSENGER TRAIN OPERATING GUIDE ................ 3-39
Ground Inspection .....................................................3-1
BLENDED BRAKING PROCEDURES ......................... 3-39
Lead or Single Unit Cab Inspection ..........................3-2
Blended Brake Operation ................................... 3-40
Engine Room Inspection .......................................... 3-4
Blended Brake Lockout Protection ...........................3-41
Engine Inspection......................................................3-5
Use Of Blended Braking ......................................... 3-42
STARTING THE DIESEL ENGINE ................................. 3-7
Braking For Slowdowns ....................................... 3-42
TRAILING OR INTERMEDIATE UNIT CAB
Low Speed Stopping ................................................ 3-42
INSPECTION..................................................... 3-10
High Speed Stopping ........................................ 3-43
STARTING TRAILING OR INTERMEDIATE UNIT
Emergency Brake Applications .................................3-44
DIESEL ENGINES.............................................. 3-12
EVENT RECORDER/CREW ALERTNESS SYSTEM 3-44
Placing Units On The Line ........................................3-12
EVENT RECORDER/RSC SYSTEM ............................ 3-48
Precautions Before Moving the Locomotive ........... 3-12
HANDLING A LIGHT LOCOMOTIVE ........................... 3-13 SECTION 3A. OPERATION OF THE HEAD
DRAINING AIR RESERVOIRS AND FILTERS .......... 3-14 END POWER SYSTEM
Engine Air Box Drain .............................................. 3-15
COUPLING LOCOMOTIVE UNITS TOGETHER ........ 3-15 TRAIN CONNECTIONS FOR AUXILIARY
COUPLING THE LOCOMOTIVE TO A TRAIN ........... 3-17 AC POWER.................................................................. 3A-1
BRAKE PIPE LEAKAGE TEST ................................. 3-17 AC POWER TRAINLINE SET-UP ................................ 3A-2
STARTING A TRAIN ...................................................... 3-18 HEAD END POWER START SEQUENCE ................. 3A-5
ACCELERATING A TRAIN .................................. 3-20 HEAD END POWER SHUTDOWN ............................. 3A-7
AIR BRAKING WITH POWER ................................. 3-21 HEAD END POWER MODE TRANSITIONS .............. 3A-8
OPERATING OVER RAIL CROSSING ........................ 3-21
RUNNING THROUGH WATER .................................... 3-22 SECTION 4. TROUBLESHOOTING
WHEEL SLIP CORRECTION ........................................ 3-22
LOCOMOTIVE SPEED LIMIT ....................................... 3-24 INTRODUCTION ............................................................... 4-1
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 Section 1

GENERAL INFORMATION

GENERAL DATA

MODEL DESIGNATION ......................................F40PH-2D

Locomotive Type .................................... (B-B) 0440

Locomotive Horsepower ......................... ........ 3000

DIESEL ENGINE............................................................EMD

Model .................................................................16-645E3C
Type .............................................................. Turbocharged
Numbers of Cylinders .................................................... 16
Cylinder Arrangement ........................................ 45° "V"
Cylinder Bore And Stroke ..... 230.19 mm x 254.0 mm
(9 1/16" x 10")
Operating Principle .................................. 2 Stroke Cycle,
Turbocharged, Unit Injection,
Water Cooled
Full Speed ............................................................ 893 RPM
Idle Speed - Normal ....................................... 460 RPM

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MAIN GENERATOR ASSEMBLY ............ AR10JDA-D18A HEAD END ALTERNATOR ..................... DELCO 2E-7148
(Units 6400 - 6429)
Available Power Output ....................................... 500 kW
TRACTION ALTERNATOR ....................................AR10JDA Nominal Voltage ................................................... 480
(Rectified Output) VAC Maximum Continuous Current
Rating ......................................750 Amperes Per Phase
Number of Poles .................................................. 10 Frequency (at 1800 RPM) .......................................60 Hz
Nominal Rectified Voltage .............................. 600 VDC
Frequency (at 720 RPM) ......................................60 Hz AUXILIARY GENERATOR ....................................... A-8589
Maximum Continuous Current Rating.. 4200 Amperes
Voltage ........... . ......................................................74 DC
EXCITATION ALTERNATOR ................................... D18A Rating ......................................................................24 kW

Nominal Voltage ...............................................230 VAC TRACTION MOTOR ..................................................... D77B

Number of Poles ........................................................16
Frequency (at 900 RPM) ....................................120 Hz Number . ......................................................................4
Type .................................. DC, Series Wound Axle Hung
MAIN GENERATOR ASSEMBLY ......... AR10JDAT-CA5A Current Rating
(Units 6430 - 6458) Maximum Continuous Current ..........050 Amperes
1 Hour ....................................................... 1075 Amperes
TRACTION ALTERNATOR ............................ AR10JDAT 1/2 Hour ................................................... 1100 Amperes
(Rectified Output) 1/4 Hour ................................................... 1150 Amperes

Number of Poles .......................................................10 TRUCK................................................................................GP

Nominal Rectified Voltage ..............................600 VDC
Frequency (at 720 RPM) .....................................60 Hz Number ..........................................................................2
Maximum Continuous Current Rating.. 4200 Amperes Gear Ratio .............................................................58:19
Driving Wheel
EXCITATION ALTERNATOR ..................................CA5A Number................................................................2
Pairs Diameter ...................................1.02 m (40")
Nominal Voltage ............................................. 230 VAC Brake Rigging ................................................Single Shoe
Number of Poles ........................................................16 Shoe ......................................................Composite
Frequency (at 900 RPM) ....................................120 Hz Number of Cylinders............................................2

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SPEED LIMITATION km/h MPH BATTERY ................................................................... NI-CAD

Maximum Speed - Based On Rated Model ..............................................................NIFE-H1-19R

RPM of Traction Motors ....................... 145.0 90.0 Number of Cells.................................................................5
Minimum Continuous Speed .................... 13.2 8.2 Capacity (5 Hour Rating) ..........................186 Amp.Hour
1 Hour.......................................................... 12.5 7.7 Minimum Current During 60 Seconds
1/2 Hour ...................................................... 11.8 7.3 at 25°C (77°F) ............................... 1800 - 1900 Amps.
1/4 Hour ...................................................... 10.3 6.4 At 0°C (32°F) ................................... 1400 - 1500 Amps.
Overspeed Setting .................................... 148.0 92.0
SUPPLIES CAPACITY Litres Imp. Gals
CURVE NEGOTIATION CAPABILITY
Engine Lube Oil............................. 1495.0 329
The Truck swing limits the single unit curve negotiation to a 410, Volume Between Low and High
or 140 ft. radius curve. on Dipstick .......................................178.0 39.0
Compressor Lube Oil ...........................41 9.0
With two similar units coupled in multiple, and limited by the Fuel ................................................. 6820 1500
coupler swing (equipped with "F" Couplers), the curve Sand .............................................. 0.57 m3 (20 Ft.3)
negotiation is 30°, or 192 ft. radius curve .
MAJOR DIMENSIONS Metres Ft/in
AIR COMPRESSOR ..........................GARDNER DENVER
Height Over Cab.................................... 4.5 14' 9 5/16"
Model .....................................................................WLNA9A Height Maximum ................................. 4.8 15' 7 1/8"
Number of Cylinders .........................................................3 Width Over Hand Rails ....................... 3.25 10' 7 13/16"
Capacity (at 900 RPM) ............... 7.19 m3 (254 Ft .3)/min. Distance Over Coupler Pulling
Faces .........................................17.12 56' 2"
Pressure Setting kPa PSI
High ....................................................... 965 140 WEIGHT
Low......................................................... 900 130
Safety....................................................1200 175 Loaded Weight on Rail
PNEUMATIC BRAKE .............................................. 26LU-L (Nominal) .............................................118 t (260,000 Ibs)
BLENDED/DYNAMIC BRAKE

NOTE
Pneumatic and Dynamic Brakes are Blended Together.

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1. Engine 23. Lube ON Cooler 45. Classlticatlon Lights
2. Main Generator Assembly 24. Engine Water Tank 48. HEP Control Panel
3. Auxiliary Generator 25. Traction Motor Air Duct 47. Anti-Climber - Cab end
4. Generator/Alternator Blower 28. Truck 48. HEP Control Cabinet
5. Traction Motor Blower 27. Coupler 48. Fuel Filters
8. Electrical Control Cabinet 28. Draft Gear 50. Gear Box
7. Engine Exhaust Silencer 28. Fuel Tank 51. Dynamic Brake Hatch
8. Batteries 30. Number Box 52. Cooling Hatch
8. Sand Box 31. HewigMs 53. Turbo Exhaust Silencer Hatch
10. Sand Box Fillers 32. Steps 54. Inertial Filter Hatch
11. Operators Control Console 33. Jacking Pad 55. Ale Dryer
12. Cab Seat 34. Lube Strainer 58. Radio Antenna
13. Electrical Cabinet Air Filter 35. Wind Detle lor 57. 74VDC Train tine receptacle (2)
14. Inertial Carbody Fiber 38. Maintenance Door 58. MU Control Receptacle (5)
15. Engine Air Filter 37. Personnel Door 59. Corexrtunimldione Receptacle (4)
18. Road Pilot 38. HEP CoMactor Cabinet 80. I4EP Receptacle (8)
17. Horn 38. Air Brake EgWpmwt 81. Dynamic Brake Blow
18. Exhaust Manifold 40. Sand Trap Aocas 82. Lifting L
18. Radiator Cooling Faro 41. HEP Alternator 83. Storag packs
20. Radiators 42. Main Air Reservok 84. Traction Motor
21. Air Compressor 43. Access Door 85. Toilet Room
22. Lube Oil Filter 44. Bell 88. Radio Room

Fig. 1-1 Legend

 Section 1
GENERAL DESCRIPTION

INTRODUCTION

The General Motors F40PH-2D model, which is illustrated in

Figure 1-1, is a 3000 horsepower, dieselelectric locomotive
intended for passenger service. The locomotive is equipped with
a turbocharged 16-cylinder diesel engine that develops 3300
Horsepower at maximum RPM. The main generator converts
this mechanical energy into electrical energy, which in turn is
distributed through the Electrical Control Cabinet to the Traction
Motors. Each of the four Traction Motors is directly geared to a
pair of driving wheels. The Traction Motor-to-wheel axle gear
ratio determines the maximum operating speed of the
locomotive. This model has 58:19 gearing, which provides a top
speed of 145 km/h (90 MPH).

The F40PH-2D locomotive has a fully enclosed carbody, which

provides protected walkways for easy access to the
engineroom. The locomotive is arranged so that the short hood,
or cab end, is designated as the front of the unit.

The locomotive is equipped with a secondary electrical

alternator referred to as the Head End Alternator. The
alternator, which is located between the equipment rack and the
Air Compressor, is driven through a 2:1 ratio gear box. This
provides a generator speed of 1800 RPM, for an engine speed
of 900 RPM.

The Head End Alternator provides electric heating, air

conditioning, and cab lighting for the entire train. The operating
controls, and appropriate warning lights for this equipment, are
located on the Head End Power Control Panel in the cab. The
power switching and protective devices, with associated
warning lights, are located in two electrical cabinets at the rear
of the locomotive.

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While each locomotive is an independent power source, several STANDBY mode of operation, Auxiliary AC Power is
may be combined in Multiple-Unit operation to increase load provided to the passenger cars by the Traction
capacity. To allow all locomotives to be simultaneously Alternator.
controlled from the lead unit, the operating controls on each unit
are jumpered or "trainlined". Control system interlocking 2. The Excitation Alternator is physically coupled to the
prevents paralleling of Auxiliary AC Alternators between Traction Alternator. It supplies the necessary current to
locomotives. A Trainline Setup Switch allows AC power to be excite the Traction Alternator field, and to power the
trainlined through the locomotive, without engaging the radiator cooling fans, the inertial filter blower, and various
locomotive's own AC Alternator. transductors and control devices.

LOCOMOTIVE OPERATION 3. The secondary, or Head End Alternator, rotates at twice

the engine speed. During the RUN operating mode, it
Storage batteries provide the energy required to start the diesel
supplies the passenger section of the train with 60 cycle
engine. The Engine Start Switch controls battery power to the
hotel power for heating, air conditioning, and other
two starting motor solenoids, which are mounted at the lower
passenger conveniences.
rear right hand side of the engine. These electrical solenoids
engage the starting motor pinions with the engine ring gear. In
4. The Auxiliary Generator is driven by the engine gear
order to crank the diesel engine, battery power is applied to the
train, at three times the engine speed. It provides a 74
starting motors when both pinions are engaged.
Volt DC output for excitation current to the Excitation
Alternator. The Auxiliary Generator also supplies the
The diesel engine must be primed with fuel prior to starting. To
necessary 74 Volt power for control, cab heating,
do this, the operator places the Engine Start Switch in the FUEL
locomotive lighting; and battery charging circuits.
PRIME position. This applies battery power to the fuel pump
which pressurizes the injector system with fuel. The fuel pump
5. The Air Compressor is driven from the auxiliary gear box.
moves the fuel from the fuel tank (under the locomotive) to the
It supplies the necessary air pressure for brakes, and for
injectors. After the entire system has been supplied with fuel,
other pneumatic devices, such as sanders, windshield
and the injector racks positioned, the cylinder will fire when the
wipers, shutter operating cylinder, and horn.
engine is cranked. With the engine running, the power for the
fuel pump motor is directly supplied by the Auxiliary Generator.
6. The engine gear train drives two centrifugal water pumps,
which, in turn, circulate cooling water through the engine.
1. The Traction Alternator rotates at engine speed, and,
generates alternating current (AC) power. During the
7. The lube oil pumps are also connected to the engine
RUN and IDLE operating modes, this power is converted
gear train. They supply lubricating oil to critical operating
to direct current (DC) power by the internal rectifier
surfaces throughout the engine.
banks, and is directed to the Traction Motors. During the
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Major components of the diesel-electric power system take In STANDBY mode, the Throttle has no effect on either the
power from the diesel engine. The electrical nature of this excitation of the Traction Alternator, or on the engine speed.
system is seen in the conversion, application, and control of that The Governor maintains an engine speed of 720 RPM.
power.
In IDLE mode, the Throttle varies the engine speed (as with a
The main generator supplies electrical energy to the Electrical conventional freight locomotive), and the engine Governor holds
Control Cabinet. This cabinet, by means of its internal the engine speed at a constant RPM, as set by the Throttle. It
switchgear, establishes the distribution of power to the Traction accomplishes this by changing the position of the injector racks,
Motors. The internal switchgear consists of power contactors, which control the amount of fuel supplied to each cylinder.
relays, and switches, which direct the flow of power as dictated Actual operating conditions create varying train loads. When the
by the control circuits. The control circuits are low voltage (74 load changes, the Load Regulator acts to vary alternator
Volt DC) devices, which respond to the operating controls in the excitation. As a result, the Load Regulator balances the
cab, as well as to operating conditions. Governor speed setting from the Throttle, with the engine power
level as determined by the load.
The locomotive has four DC Traction Motors, which are located
on the trucks under the locomotive. Each Traction Motor is Many control and protective circuits are designed using solid
geared directly to the axle on which it is mounted. state components on printed circuit boards. These circuit boards
are constructed as plug-in Modules for easier servicing. The
A major part of the locomotive control system involves the electronic Modules monitor, and control, critical functions in the
interrelated functions of the Throttle, Governor, and Load locomotive power system.
Regulator. To provide the smooth startup acceleration that is
normally associated with passenger operation, the Traction
Motors are connected in full parallel. In the RUN mode of
operation, the Throttle varies the excitation of the Traction
Alternator only; engine speed is maintained by the Governor at
893 RPM in all throttle positions.

As the Throttle is advanced to a higher position, the electrical

control causes a larger current to flow in the Traction Alternator
field. This increased excitation current results in an increase in
power to the Traction Motors. Locomotive power is thereby
increased progressively in throttle steps, while engine speed is
held constant.

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CONTROLS AND INDICATING DEVICES

INTRODUCTION
This section of the manual provides a brief description of the
locomotive Controls and Indicating Devices available for use by
the operator. Although not all are used during normal operation,
they are included to familiarize the operator with their functions.

The majority of Controls and Indicating Devices are located in

the locomotive cab, Figure 2-1. However, the main engine
starting and monitoring devices are located in the engine room.

1 - Cab 8 - Operator's Seat

2 - Toilet 9 - Brakeman's Seat
3 - Radio Room 10 - Spare Seat
4 - Operator's Console 11 - Entrance Door
5 - Overhead Instrumentation 12 - Engine Room Door
6 - Electrical Control Cabinet 13 - Heater Vent
7 - Sand Box 14 - Side Window

Fig. 2-1A - Cab Arrangement, Top View

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Section 2 CAB EQUIPMENT

The Controls and Indicating Devices, located in the cab, are

situated in one of the following areas:
1. The ELECTRICAL CONTROL CABINET
2. The ENGINEER'S CONTROL CONSOLE
3. The OVERHEAD CONSOLE
ELECTRICAL CONTROL CABINET
The Electrical Control Cabinet forms the rear wall of the cab,
and houses the low and high voltage electrical devices
1 - Steam Generator Pane
2 - Speed Indicator
7 - Operator's Control Console
8 - Fire Extinguisher
necessary for the operation of the locomotive. The lower half of
3 - Indicating Light Panel 9 - Emergency Brake the cabinet contains the high voltage switchgear, while the
4 - Warning Light Panel
5 - Two Way Radio
10 - Hot Plate
11 - Emergency Brake Valve Handle
upper half consists of the Module Compartment, and the panels
6 - RSC/ER Panel 12 - Windshield that are used for control of the locomotive. The Electrical
Control Cabinet breakdown is as follows:
Fig. 2-1B - Cab Arrangement, Front View
1. FUSE AND SWITCH PANEL
2. CIRCUIT BREAKER PANEL
3. ENGINE CONTROL PANEL
4. HEAD END POWER CONTROL PANEL
5. MODULE COMPARTMENT
6. MAIN CONTROL CABINET

WARNING
Open only the cabinet doors necessary to gain access to
1 - Engine Control Panel 8 - Module Compartment the Circuit Breaker, and Fuse and Switch Panels. High
2 - Head End Control Panel 7 - Annunciator Module voltage and current are present throughout the Electrical
3 - Fuse and Switch Panel 8 - Auxiliary Generator Circuit Breaker
4 - Circuit Breaker Panel 9 - Battery Charging Circuit Breaker Control Cabinet.
5 - Cab Heater Circuit Breaker 10 - Engine Compartment Door

Fig. 2-1C - Cab Arrangement, Rear View

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FUSE AND SWITCH PANEL

The Fuse and Switch Panel is located directly under the Engine
Control Panel in the upper left hand corner of the Electrical Control
Cabinet.

NOTE

There is no Excitation Alternator field fuse. In order to minimize any

voltage drop in the cabling, the field is connected directly across
the output of the Auxiliary Generator. This serves to maintain full
excitation, and to ensure rapid fan motor starting. If a short circuit
occurs across the output of the Auxiliary Generator, the machine
being self-excited will not support the short circuit. The Auxiliary
Generator voltage will decrease, and the machine will not be
harmed. In this event, a NO POWER/ CHRG alarm will be given,
and engine speed and power will be reduced to an IDLE condition.

FUSE TEST EQUIPMENT

1 - Fuse Test Blocks 9 - Ground Relay Reset Switch
2 - Fuse Test Switch 10 - HEP Control Circuit Breaker
It is advisable to test fuses before installation. To facilitate the 3 - Fuse Test Light 11 - Car Door Loop Circuit Breaker
4 - 74 VDC Receptacle 12 - HEP Trainline-Complete Circuit Breaker
testing of fuses, a pair of FUSE TEST blocks; a Fuse TEST LIGHT, 5 - Ground Relay Cutout Switch 13 - Steam Generator Remote Control
and a TEST LIGHT Toggle Switch are installed on the Fuse Panel. 8 - Starting Fuse Circuit Breaker
Fuses may be readily tested as follows: To make certain that the 7 - Radio Switch 14 - Car Power Management Circuit Breaker
8 - Battery Knife Switch 15 - Car Power Management Circuit Breaker
Fuse Test Light is not burned out, move the Toggle Switch to the
ON position. Extinguish the light by moving the toggle switch to the Fig. 2-2 - Fuse and Switch Panel
OFF position. Place a fuse across the test blocks, so that the metal
ends of the fuse are in firm contact with the blocks. If the fuse is GROUND RELAY CUTOUT SWITCH
good, the light will come on. If the fuse is burned out, the light will
not come on, and a new fuse will be required. The purpose of the Ground Relay Cutout Switch is to eliminate the
ground protective relay from locomotive circuits during certain shop
74 VDC RECEPTACLE maintenance inspections. It must always be kept closed in normal
operation. When this multiple-pole toggle switch is open, it
This Receptacle is provided to supply power for test equipment, prevents excitation of the main generator, in addition to cutting out
extension lights, etc. The circuit is protected by a 30A Circuit the ground protective relay.
Breaker.
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STARTING FUSE NOTE

The Starting Fuse is in use only during the period that the diesel The Turbocharger Lube Pump is connected on the battery side of
engine is actually being started. At that time, battery current flows the knife switch. Therefore, opening the switch after engine
through the fuse and starting contactor to the starting motors. shutdown will not stop the pump. The Turbo Lube Oil Pump will
start, and will continue to run for approximately 35 minutes
Although this fuse should be in good condition and always left in following engine shutdown. The Pump will then shut down
place, it has no effect on locomotive operation other than for automatically.
engine starting. A defective fuse can be detected when attempting
to start the engine, since at that time (even though the starting RADIO SWITCH
contactors close) the starting circuit would remain open.
Located beneath the Battery Switch, this spring-loaded switch
CAUTION supplies the 74 VDC connection between the locomotive batteries
and the voice radio equipment. The Radio Switch contacts are
The locomotive Is equipped with a 400 Ampere Starting automatically closed when the Battery Knife Switch is placed in the
Fuse. Observe Fuse Panel marking. Do not use an closed position. The Switch can also be manually held CLOSED
Incorrectly rated fuse. when the Battery Knife Switch is in the open position.

BATTERY SWITCH GROUND RELAY LOCKOUT RESET SWITCH

The Battery Switch, which is a double-pole, single-throw knife The purpose of this Toggle Switch, is to manually reset the ground
switch, is used to connect the locomotive batteries to the low relay, and to restore power after the relay has been locked out at
voltage system. It should be kept closed at all times during the fourth ground detection.
locomotive operation.
The ground relay detects high voltage grounds during operation
This Switch may be opened during certain shop maintenance under power. When it trips, audible alarms will sound in all units of
procedures, and in instances where the engine is shut down and a consist. On the unit which is affected, traction alternator
the locomotive taken out of service for an extended layover. In the excitation is lost, the diesel engine goes to IDLE speed, and the
event that the lights, or other low voltage devices, were ground relay light comes on. The ground relay will automatically
inadvertently left operating during the layover, this would prevent reset three times. It will then lock out if the problem persists.
the battery'from being discharged. Particular attention should be
given when a notation at the Switch cautions against opening the It is not necessary to isolate the unit, nor is it necessary to place
Switch immediately after engine shutdown. Following engine the throttle in the IDLE position before activating the Ground Relay
shutdown, approximately 35 minutes should be allowed before this Lockout Reset Switch, unless the locomotive is at a standstill.
Switch is opened after load operation.

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Repeated resetting of the ground relay is possible. However, refer

to railroad regulations before resetting the lockout function.

HEAD END CONTROL Circuit Breaker

This 30A double-pole Circuit Breaker protects the entire Head End
Power Control circuit.

CAR DOOR Circuit Breaker

The Car Door loop circuit is protected by this 5A doublepole Circuit

Breaker.

HEP TRAINLINE COMPLETE Circuit Breaker

The 1A single-pole HEP Trainline Complete Circuit Breaker

protects the Head End Power distribution control circuitry.

STEAM GENERATOR REMOTE CONTROL

Circuit Breaker
1 - Turbocharger Luba Pump 18 - Heated Windshield
This 15A single-pole Circuit Breaker provides protection for the 2 - Fuel Pump 19 - Cab Heater Fan Control
Steam Generator(s) Remote Control circuit. 3 - Control 20 - Air Dryer
4 - Local Control 21 - AC Equipment
5 - Auxiliary Generator Field 22 - Hot Plate
CAR POWER MANAGEMENT Circuit Breaker 8 - Module Control 23 - Bell Ringer Heater
7 - Reverser control 24 - Drain Heater
8 - AC Control 25 - ER/Speed Indicator
These two Circuit Breakers, 15A single-pole and 15A doublepole, 9 - Brake Transfer Control 28 - Steam Generator Trainline
protect the Car Power Management circuits. 10 - Generator Field 27 - HEP Distribution TSLF
11 - Filter Blower Motor 28 - HEP Distribution TSRF
CIRCUIT BREAKER PANEL 12 - Engine Room Lights 29 - HEP Distribution TSLR
13 - Lights 30 - HEP Distribution TSRR
14 - Headlights 31 - NOTE:
The Circuit Breaker Panel is divided into two sections. One section 15 - Ditchlights Breakers In black area of Panel
contains breakers that must be in the ON position to operate the 18 - Auto-drain Timer must be in 'ON' position to
17 - Radio operate the locomotive.
locomotive; the other section contains the circuit breakers for
lighting, and for miscellaneous devices that are used as conditions
Fig. 2-3A - Circuit Breaker Panel
dictate. These circuit breakers can be operated as switches, but
(Road Numbers 6430 - 6458)
will trip if an overload occurs.
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The GENERATOR FIELD Circuit Breaker will trip to the centered

position. After a period for cooling, this breaker must be placed in
the full OFF position, before resetting it to the ON position. Other
circuit breakers on the Panel will trip to the full OFF position.

BREAKERS REQUIRED "ON" FOR LOCOMOTIVE OPERATION

TURBO Circuit Breaker

This 30A double-pole Circuit Breaker must be in the ON position to

start the engine, and to operate the Turbocharger Auxiliary Lube
Oil Pump. The Breaker must remain in the ON position, in order to
provide lubrication to the turbocharger at engine start, and after the
engine has been shut down.

FUEL PUMP Circuit Breaker

This 15A triple-pole Circuit Breaker protects the Fuel Pump motor
circuit. If the fuel filter becomes clogged, a fuel filter bypass valve
is provided to prevent overloading the Fuel Pump motor.

CONTROL Circuit Breaker

1 - Turbocharger Luba Pump 18 - Heated Windshield This 40A double-pole Circuit Breaker sets up the Fuel Pump and
2 - Fuel Pump 19 - Cab Heater Fan Control
3 - Control 20 - Air Dryer control circuits for engine starting. Once the engine is running, the
4 - Local control 21 - AC Equipment power to maintain operating control is supplied through this
5 - Auxiliary Generator Field 22 - Hot Plate
8 - Module Control 23 - Bell Ringer Heater
breaker from the Auxiliary Generator.
7 - Reverser Control 24 - Drain Heater
B - AC Control 25 - RSC/Speed Indicator
9 - Brake Transfer Control 28 - Steam Generator Trainllne
LOCAL CONTROL Circuit Breaker
10 - Generator Field 27 - HEP Distribution TSLF
11 - Filter Blower Motor 28 - HEP Distribution TSRF In order to operate heavy duty switchgear and various control
12 - Engine Room Lights 29 - HEP Distribution TSLR
13 - Lights 30 - HEP Distribution TSRR devices, this 30A double-pole Circuit Breaker establishes "local"
14 - Headlights 31 - NOTE: power from the Auxiliary Generator.
15 - Ditchlights Breakers In black area of Panel
18 - Auto-drain Timer must be In 'ON' position to
17 - Radio operate the locomotive. AUX. GEN. FIELD Circuit Breaker

Fig. 2-3B - Circuit Breaker Panel (Road Numbers 6400 -6429) The Auxiliary Generator Field Excitation circuit is protected by this

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10A single-pole Breaker. Should this Breaker trip, the NO control power is required to move the transfer switchgear from one
POWER/CHRG alarm will be activated. Auxiliary Generator output position to another, the Brake Transfer Control Breaker must be
would decrease to zero Volts, and would result in a loss of the 74 closed for power transfer to take place.
VDC control voltage. Consequently, many circuits would be
adversely affected, including the Excitation Alternator and the Fuel GENERATOR FIELD Circuit Breaker
Pump operation. Therefore, the engine would shut down due to
lack of fuel. By way of a controlled rectifier, the Traction Alternator receives
excitation through a pair of slip rings connected to the Excitation
MODULE CONTROL Circuit Breaker Alternator output. The 100A single-pole Generator Field Circuit
Breaker protects the controlled rectifier, and the Traction Alternator
This 5A double-pole Circuit Breaker protects the local control field windings.
circuit that supplies power to the electronic control modules.
REVERSER CONTROL Circuit Breaker FILTER BLOWER MOTOR Circuit Breaker

This 3A double-pole Circuit Breaker is located in the feed to the This 50A triple-pole Circuit Breaker protects the Filter Blower Motor
operating motor of the multi-pole, motor operated, ganged circuit. The Blower is used to evacuate dust-laden air from the
switches. In turn, these switches control the direction of current central air compartment inertial filters.
flow through the traction motor fields, and thus control the direction
of locomotive travel. Since control power is required to move the MISCELLANEOUS CIRCUIT BREAKERS
RV transfer switchgear from one position to another, this Breaker
must be closed for power transfer to occur. The following Circuit Breakers may be ON, or OFF, according to
the requirements of operating conditions.
AC CONTROL Circuit Breaker
ENGINE ROOM LIGHTS Circuit Breaker
This 15A double-pole Circuit Breaker protects the power supply for
various excitation and wheel slip control devices, which are This 20A double-pole Breaker protects the circuits for the lights
supplied power from the Excitation Alternator. The No Voltage that are mounted throughout the engine room. LIGHTS Circuit
Relay, NVR, is also in this circuit. If the AC Control Breaker trips Breaker
during locomotive operation, a NO POWER/CHRG alarm will be
initiated. The 40A double-pole Lights Circuit Breaker must be in'the ON
position, in order to supply power for individual switches such as
BRAKE TRANSFER CONTROL Circuit Breaker
Road Number, Class, Platform, Cabinet, Hood, Marker, Controller,
This 3A double-pole Circuit Breaker is located in the feed to the Ground, and Gauge Lights.
operating motor of the multi-pole, motor-operated, ganged
switches. These switches control the motor field and armature HEADLIGHTS Circuit Breaker
connections for either dynamic braking, or power operation. Since
This 35A double-pole Breaker protects the Headlight circuits

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It must be ON to provide current to the front headlight circuit, and HOT PLATE Circuit Breaker
through the trainline to the light at the rear of a consist. DITCH
This 20A double-pole Circuit Breaker protects the Hot Plate and
LIGHTS Circuit Breaker associated circuits.
BELL RINGER HEATER Circuit Breaker
This 20A double-pole Breaker protects the Ditch Lights circuits.
This 6A double-pole Circuit Breaker protects the Bell Ringer Heater
AUTO. DRAIN TIMER Circuit Breaker and associated circuits.

This 15A double-pole Circuit Breaker protects the circuits that DRAIN HEATERS Circuit Breaker
control the automatic operation of drain valves in the compressed
This 6A double-pole Circuit Breaker protects the Drain Heaters,
air system.
and associated circuits for the drain valves in the compressed air
system.
RADIO Circuit Breaker
ER/SPEED INDICATOR Circuit Breaker (Road Numbers 6430 –
The 5A double-pole Radio Circuit Breaker protects the Radio 6458)
circuits.
This 15A double-pole Circuit Breaker protects the Event Recorder,
HEATED WINDSHIELD Circuit Breaker and the Speed Recorder, as well as their respective control
circuits.
This 15A double-pole Circuit Breaker protects the Windshield
Heaters and associated circuits. RSC/SPEED INDICATOR Circuit Breaker (Road Numbers 6400 -
6429)
CAB HEATER FAN CONTROL Circuit Breaker
This 15A double-pole Circuit Breaker protects the Speed Recorder,
This 20A double-pole Circuit Breaker protects the devices and the RSC Panel, and their respective control circuits.
circuits associated with the Cab Heater Fan.
STEAM GENERATOR TRAINLINE Circuit Breaker
AIR DRYER Circuit Breaker
This 150A single-pole Circuit Breaker protects the 74 Volt supply
This 15A double-pole Circuit Breaker protects the Air Dryer and for the Steam Generator Trainline.
associated circuits.
H.E.P. DISTRIBUTION (TSLF, TSRF, TSLR, TSRR)
AC EQUIPMENT Circuit Breaker Circuit Breakers

This 15A double-pole Circuit Breaker protects the Refrigerator and These 3A double-pole Circuit Breakers protect the switching
associated AC Equipment circuits.

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ENGINE CONTROL PANEL
motor and circuits for the four transfer switches, which are
associated with Head End Power connections. The Engine Control Panel is situated in the upper left-hand corner
of the Electrical Control Cabinet. It contains various switches and
indicator lights, which are used in the operation of the locomotive.
Following, is a brief description of their individual functions:

BANKING START Pushbutton

This Pushbutton activates the Car Banking Monitoring System. The

system will be activated through the locomotive, when the
locomotive is coupled to a similarly equipped consist (i.e.
operational banking). When the system is operating, the Banking
Start Pushbutton will remain illuminated.

BATTERY CHARGING INDICATOR

The Battery Charging Indicator (zero center ammeter) indicates the

charge on the locomotive batteries. With the main Battery Knife
Switch CLOSED, the Battery Charging Indicator is connected into
the low voltage circuits, and indicates the current flowing to and
from the storage battery. It does not indicate the output of the
Auxiliary Generator, nor does it indicate the current during engine
cranking.

INDICATING LIGHT PANEL

This Panel contains six lights, which indicate the condition of

various locomotive systems.

NOTE

The following Indicator Lights have a push-to-test feature, which

allows testing of the lamp circuit alone. This determines if the lamp
is working properly while isolated from its operation in the power
control system. When the lens cap is depressed, the supply
Fig. 2-4 - Engine Control Panel voltage is applied across the lamp circuit. After a one second delay

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the light should illuminate. locked out, by either the Blended and Dynamic Brake Cutout
Switch being placed in the CUTOUT position, or by a signal from
the Dynamic Air Module, DA16.
FIRE EXT. Light
When illuminated, this Light indicates that at least one of the four
fire detectors located in the Electrical Control Cabinet has been
activated. In this event, the audible alarm will sound, and engine
speed will be reduced to IDLE.
NOTE
An alarm signal light indication is normally accompanied by an
audible alarm, which will sound in all units of the locomotive
consist. However, the alarm light indication will come on only in the
affected unit.
Fig. 2-5 - Engine Control Panel Indicating Light Panel
BRAKE WARN. Light
TEST Light This Light, accompanied by an audible alarm, indicates excessive
This Light comes on when the Test Panel Rotary Test Switch is Dynamic Braking current. Whenever the Light comes on, it should
placed in the LOAD TEST or CIRCUIT CHECK position. The Light not remain on for longer than a few seconds. In the event of repeat
indicates that the locomotive circuits are set up for either load Brake Warning indications, place the Blended and Dynamic Brake
testing when the Reverser Handle is centered, or for circuit check Cutout Switch, on the Engine Control Panel of the affected unit, in
with the Generator Field Circuit Breaker open. With a load test the CUTOUT position. The unit will then operate normally under
setup, the unit will automatically load on its own dynamic braking power.
resistor grids. NO POWER/CHRG. Light
CAUTION This Light will come on, accompanied by an audible alarm,
Do not perform automatic loading on a unit moving In a whenever Excitation Alternator output stops, (normally at engine
consist or train. shutdown). The indication can also be caused by a true Auxiliary
Alternator failure, a failure of the Auxiliary Generator, or a tripped
While operating In Loa, Test, do not move the Test Switch to AC Control Circuit Breaker. In each case, the locomotive will fail to
the NORMAL position. generate power.
BLEND BRAKE L.O. Light TURBO. PUMP Light
This Light indicates that the Blended Brake System has been This Light will come on as soon as the main Battery Switch, and

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Turbo Lube Pump Circuit Breaker are CLOSED. It indicates that REMOTE HEADLIGHT CONTROL SWITCH
the Turbocharger Auxiliary Lube Oil Pump is supplying lube oil to
the turbocharger bearings. It will remain on for approximately 35 During multiple unit operation, the Remote Headlight Control
minutes after the main Battery Switch is closed. When the Fuel Switch provides for operation of the rear unit headlight from the
Prime/Engine Start Switch is operated after the 35 minute period, lead unit. The Switch position is set on each unit as follows:
the time cycle is again reestablished, and the Light will remain on
for an additional 35 minutes. ON LEAD UNIT

The Light will also come on, and remain on for approximately 35 If a single locomotive unit is being used, place the Switch in the
minutes, after the engine is stopped. It provides an indication that SINGLE UNIT position.
the Auxiliary Lube Oil Pump is supplying oil to cool the
turbocharger bearings. In multiple unit service, if trailing units are coupled to the No. 2 or
long hood end of the lead unit, place the Switch in the
If the power supply to the Turbo Lube Pump Motor is OPEN, the CONTROLLING WITH UNIT COUPLED AT LONG HOOD END
engine will not start, and the Light will fail to come on if a starting position.
attempt is made. In this event; the Soakback System Failure Light
at the Fuel Prime/Engine Start Switch will be illuminated. In multiple unit service, if trailing units are coupled to the No. 1 or
short hood end of the lead unit, place the Switch in the
TRACTION MOTOR CUTOUT SELECTOR SWITCH CONTROLLING WITH UNIT COUPLED AT SHORT HOOD END
position.
The Traction Motor Cutout Selector Switch is used to electrically
isolate a defective traction motor. This permits locomotive ON INTERMEDIATE UNITS
operation with the remaining good motors. To prevent overloading
the operative motors, the power control system automatically limits On units operating in between other units in a multiple unit consist,
power. The isolated motor will continue to rotate as the train place the Switch in the INTERMEDIATE UNIT position.
moves.
ON TRAILING UNITS
Before the Traction Motor Cutout Selector Switch can be operated,
the Isolation Switch on the Engine Control Panel must be placed in The last unit in a multiple unit consist should have the Remote
the ISOLATE position. In order to cut out a defective motor, the Headlight Control Switch placed in the CONTROLLED FROM
Traction Motor Cutout Switch is first depressed to unlock it, and ANOTHER UNIT COUPLED AT EITHER END position.
then rotated to the appropriate selection.
MISCELLANEOUS SWITCHES
WARNING
Switches are included in the circuits for various lights and devices
Before operating with a motor cut out, make certain that all on the locomotive. These switches are closed as required to
wheels rotate freely.

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operate the Number lights, the Engineroom lights, Platform lights, and MIDDLE UNIT. The functions of these two positions are as
and Electrical Control Cabinet lights. follows:
BANKING CUTOUT Switch NORMAL
When activated, this Switch will cut out the Car Banking Monitoring
System. In this event, the light on the Banking Start Pushbutton will In this position, the complete communication system is connected
be extinguished. to the train, so that communication train control functions are
operative.
CAR DOOR BYPASS Switch
MIDDLE UNIT
If the Door Open warning system continues to operate, after it has
been ascertained that all train doors have been closed, the Car In this position, a portion of the communication system is
Door Bypass Switch may be placed in the "BYPASS" position. This disconnected from the train. This renders the affected controls
will reestablish traction alternator excitation, and allow the train to inoperative. When the locomotive is used as an intermediate unit,
proceed. As a result, the Car Door Bypass Activated Light will be the Switch must be in the MIDDLE UNIT position.
ON. The Car Door Bypass Switch is sealed in the OFF (down)
position. To activate the Switch, the seal must be broken. ISOLATION Switch

BLENDED AND DYNAMIC BRAKE CUTOUT Switch The Isolation Switch has two positions, one labelled START/
STOP/ISOLATE, and the other labelled RUN. The functions of
When this Switch is placed in the CUTOUT position, the individual these two positions are as follows:
unit will not operate with Blended or Dynamic Braking. However,
the unit will continue to operate under power with normal air START/STOPASOLATE POSITION
braking. The Switch can be used to limit the number of units in a
consist that will operate in Dynamic Braking, or, it may be used to The Isolation Switch is placed in this position whenever the diesel
cut out a unit that is defective in Dynamic Braking, yet allow the engine is to be started. The Start Switch is effective only when the
unit to operate under power. Isolation Switch is in this position.

EMERGENCY FUEL CUTOFF AND ENGINE STOP Push Button This position is also used to isolate the unit. When isolated, the
unit will not develop power or respond to the controls, and will run
The diesel engine will stop when this pushbutton is pressed. The only at IDLE speed, regardless of throttle position. In the event of a
reaction to the button is immediate. It need not be held in until the NO POWER or LOW LOBE OIL alarm, this position will also
engine stops. silence the audible alarm. However, it will not silence the alarm in
the event of a HOT ENGINE.
INTERMEDIATE UNIT SWITCH - IUS
Prior to operating the Traction Motor Cutout Selector Switch, the
The Intermediate Unit Switch has two positions: NORMAL, Isolation Switch must be placed in the ISOLATE position.

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RUN POSITION HEAD END POWER CONTROL PANEL

After the engine has been started, the unit can be placed "on the The Head End Power (HEP) Panel, which is located to the right of
line" by moving the Isolation Switch to the RUN position. The unit the Engine Control and the Circuit Breaker Panels, contains
will then respond to control, and will develop power in normal various Controls and Indicating Devices for Head End Power
operation. control.
ENABLE Push Button Switch
ANNUNCIATOR MODULE
The ENABLE Pushbutton (Push-To-Turn) Switch must be
The Annunciator Module, AN31, is located in the center of the depressed prior to rotating the Trainline Setup Switch. This
Module Compartment. A glass window in the compartment door Pushbutton will energize the TLS Solenoid to enable a new H.E.P.
allows easy viewing of the warning lights mounted on the frontal selection.
face of the module.
HEP START Switch
Provided that the following conditions have been satisfied, the HEP
Start pushbutton Switch is used to place the Head End Power
(Auxiliary AC) System into operation:
1. There must not be any voltage already on the trainlined AC
circuit. This precaution minimizes the possibility of
paralleling AC power alternators.
2. The locomotive unit cannot be operating in Low IDLE.

3. The engine must be running, and there must be an output

from the Excitation Alternator.

Fig. 2-6 - Annunciator Module 4. All AC jumpers must be in place throughout the train.

By means of latching relays and lights, the Annunciator records 5. The Head End Power Mode Switch must be in RUN, or
faults, or abnormal operating conditions that may occur during STANDBY.
locomotive operation. Once lit, the Annunciator lights will stay on
until the guarded TEST/RESET Switch is operated by qualified 6. If the unit is set up for Load Test, the Reverser Handle must
maintenance personnel. Although correction of a fault, or the be centered.
resetting of protective devices, will restore the operational status of
locomotive systems, these actions alone will not reset the If all these requirements are met, the Auxiliary AC Power System
Annunciator. will automatically go into operation when the H.E.P. ON Switch is

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pressed, and 480 VAC hotel power will be supplied to the train.

For a more detailed operational description of the Head End Power

System, refer to Section 3A in this manual.

Train SELECTION Switch

The Train SELECTION Slide Switch has the following two

positions:

1. NORMAL Position - VIA (sealed - up)

2. ALT. Position - AMTRAK/LRC-1 (down)

In the sealed "VIA" position, this switch enables H.E.P. control pins
#1 and #2 (redundancy circuit). In other words, this position will
parallel lines 1 and 2 for greater reliability. If the locomotives are
used with AMTRAK, or LRC-1 type coaches, the seal would be
broken, and the ALT. position would be used to disable this
feature.

HEP STOP Switch

This pushbutton Switch interrupts the operation of the Head End

Power (Auxiliary AC) System. It restores Throttle Handle control of
engine speed, and eliminates excitation to the Head End Power
(Auxiliary AC) Alternator.

HEAD END POWER MODE Switch

The function of the Head End Power Mode Switch is to set up the
circuit logic, and to prepare the necessary equipment to engage an
auxiliary AC alternator. This may be either the Traction Alternator,
or the Head End Alternator. Once the Head End Power Start 1 - Enable Push Button Switch 5 - HEP Stop Push Button
2 - HEP Start Push Button 6 - HEP Mode Switch
button is depressed to engage the system, the Head End Power 3 - Indicating Light Panel 7 - Trainline Set-Up Switch
Mode Switch actually determines the response mode of the entire 4 - Train Selection Switch
locomotive control system. It has an effect on engine speed
control, tractive power capability, alternator excitation, and throttle Fig. 2-7 - Head End Power Control Panel

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response. position, the Traction Alternator supplies 480 VAC to the train
through the trainline receptacles, the diesel engine remains at a
The Head End Power Mode Switch has the following three constant speed of 720 RPM, and the locomotive has neither
positions: traction power, nor throttle response.

IDLE TRAINLINE SET-UP Switch

The IDLE position isolates the Head End Alternator from the This Switch determines the configuration for the connection of
locomotive power system. This position is used when the Auxiliary AC Power to the trainlined power network. The source of
locomotive is not needed to supply auxiliary AC power. When the alternator power can be from either the Head End Alternator, or the
Head End Power Mode Switch is in this position, the Traction Traction Alternator. The multi-position Trainline Setup Switch also
Alternator provides power for traction, the Head End Alternator is determines the connections between the four outlets located at
no longer active in the system, and engine speed becomes relative each corner of the locomotive.
to the position of the Throttle Handle.
The connections for each position are schematically shown on the
NOTE Panel. When selecting a configuration, first depress the ENABLE
Pushbutton to release the Trainline Set-Up Switch. Then, position
Until the Head End Power Start button is pressed, the following two the Setup Switch knob, so that the arrow points in the direction of
positions are ineffective. the schematic representing the selected combination.

RUN INDICATING LIGHT PANEL

The RUN position sets up the Head End Power Alternator to This Panel contains lights, which indicate the condition of various
supply 480 VAC hotel power to the passenger cars. With this systems within the Head End Power operation.
arrangement, the Traction Alternator supplies traction power, and
the diesel engine turns at a synchronous speed of 893 RPM. The NOTE
Throttle Handle changes the excitation to vary the traction motor
current. However, engine speed remains the same in all positions. The following Indicator Lights have a push-to-test feature, which
allows testing of the lamp circuit alone. This determines if the lamp
STANDBY is working properly while isolated from its operation in the power
control system. When the lens cap is depressed, the supply
The STANDBY position is intended for routine layovers, which voltage is applied across the lamp circuit. After a one second
normally occur in passenger service. Some examples of these delay, the light should illuminate.
layovers would be the boarding or detraining of passengers, the
scheduling of anticipations or delays, or the preparation of
passenger accommodations (heating or air conditioning) prior to
boarding. When the Head End Power Mode Switch is in this

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the Head End Alternator circuit, whichever is supplying AC power

at that time.

H.E.P. VOLTS NORM. Light

This Light indicates that Auxiliary AC Power is at the proper

voltage and frequency.

AUX. POWER C.B. Light

This Light indicates that the AC Contactor (Circuit Breaker) is

closed, and that Auxiliary AC Power is being supplied to the train.

Fig. 2-8 - H.E.P. Control Panel Indicating Light Panel CAB HTR. Circuit Breaker
READY Light This 150A double-pole Circuit Breaker, which is located behind the
HEP Control Panel, protects the Cab Heater and associated
This Light indicates that the circuit conditions, which enable the circuits against overcurrent.
Head End Power (Auxiliary AC) System to be engaged, have been
satisfied, but that the AC Contactor is not CLOSED. BATT CHARGE Circuit Breaker
AUXILIARY POWER T.L. Light This 150A double-pole Circuit Breaker is located in the Electrical
Control Cabinet under the Module Compartment. It protects the
This Light indicates that all AC power trainline jumpers are in place circuitry for the Battery Charging Receptacles. AUX. GEN. Circuit
throughout the train, and that the Trainline Setup Switch is properly Breaker
positioned to supply Auxiliary AC power to one end of the
locomotive. The 325A double-pole Auxiliary Generator Circuit Breaker is
located in the Electrical Control Cabinet under the Module
NOTE Compartment. This Breaker is connected between the output of the
Auxiliary Generator and the low voltage system to protect against
Before the Auxiliary Power T.L. Light will illuminate, the Head End current overloads. If the Circuit Breaker trips, it will interrupt the
Power Mode Switch must be in the RUN or STANDBY position. Auxiliary Generator output. As a result, the fuel pump will stop, the
engine will shut down, and a NO POWER/CHRG alarm will be
GEN. FAULT RELAY Light initiated. In order to start the diesel engine, the AUX. GEN. Circuit
Breaker must be ON.
This Light indicates that a ground fault has occurred in either the
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OPERATOR'S CONTROL CONSOLE

The Operator's Control Console contains the Switches, Gauges,
Communication Devices, and Operating Handles, which are
necessary for the operation of the locomotive. Individual
components and their functions are described in the following
paragraphs:
AIR BRAKE EQUIPMENT
The locomotive is equipped with the 26LU-L Pneumatic Brake
System which is blended with Dynamic Brakes. The combining of
the two systems is accomplished automatically whenever the
Automatic Brake Valve Handle is placed in the service
APPLICATION position, and the Throttle Handle is in IDLE. The
Blended Brake feature is nullified at speeds below 3.22 km/hour (2
MPH). The locomotive will not transfer into Blended or Dynamic
1 - Instrument Panel 12 - Alertness/RSC Reset Push Button
Braking when the locomotive is at a standstill. Minor fluctuations in 2 - Lunch Tray 13 - Trainline Air Pressure Adjustment Valve
brake cylinder pressure may be caused by the normal operation of 3 - Speed Indicator Light Dimmer 14 - Alertness/RSC Reset Foot Pedal
the Blended Brake System, and should not be cause for alarm. 4 - Two-Way Radio Handset 15 - Controller
5 - Switch Panel 18 - Controller Operation Instruction Plate
The 26LU-L equipment is suitable for Multiple Unit operation with 8 - Speed Indicator 17 - Reverser Handle
other similarly equipped locomotives. 7 - Paper Clip 18 - Manual Sand Push Button
B - Air Gauges 19 - lead Truck Sand Push Button
9 - Load Current Indicator Meter 20 - Hom Push Button
30CDW BRAKE VALVE 10 - Ammeter Light Dimrner 21 - Bell Push Button
11 - 30 CDW Brake Valve 22 - Multiple Unit Valve
The 30CDW Brake Valve houses the Automatic and Independent
Brake controls, and the Cut-Off Pilot Valve. Both brake handles are Fig. 2-9 - Operator's Control Console
operated in a forward-backward motion. The brakes are released
at the backward position. RELEASE
AUTOMATIC BRAKE VALVE
This position is used to release an automatic brake application,
The Automatic Brake Valve controls the application and release of and to charge the brake system.
both the locomotive and the train brakes. 1t is a self-lapping,
pressure maintaining valve, which is capable of gradually applying MINIMUM REDUCTION
and releasing the brakes.
The Minimum Reduction position provides a 44 to 48 kPa (6 to 7
The following is a description of the six detent positions of the psi) pressure reduction in the equalizing reservoir. This reduction
Brake Valve Handle, starting with the most backward position. reduces the brake pipe pressure by a similar amount.

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SERVICE ZONE EMERGENCY

This position consists of the zone through which brake handle This is the most forward detent position of the Automatic Brake
movement regulates the air pipe pressure, from a value which is Valve Handle. In this position, the brake pipe air pressure is vented
lower than Minimum Reduction, to a maximum value for a Full to atmosphere at the fastest possible rate, and thereby provides a
Service brake application. To increase the brake application, the rapid emergency brake application.
handle is moved forward through this sector. When the handle
reaches the Full Service position, maximum service braking effort The EMERGENCY position is also used to reset the air brake
is obtained. system after a train emergency application, which was originated
through the emergency valve, or if a break-intwo has occurred in
SUPPRESSION the air hose couplings between train cars.
This position is used to suppress an overspeed or safety penalty INDEPENDENT BRAKE VALVE
brake application, while still providing a Full Service braking effort.
This brake valve provides independent control of the locomotive
braking effort, irrespective of the train braking effort. The
Independent Brake Valve is self-lapping, and will hold the brakes
applied at a specific level of braking effort. The valve handle has
two detent positions, and a bail function:

Fig. 2-10 - Automatic Brake

HANDLE OFF
In the HANDLE OFF position, the brake pipe air pressure is
reduced to approximately zero, and the brake valve is rendered
inoperative. The handle must be in this position, and pulled out,
when the locomotive is used as a trailing unit, or is being hauled
DEAD in a train. To remove the handle, depress the ring until it Fig. 2-11 - Independent Brake Valve
touches the valve body. Then, pull out the handle. To reapply the
handle, push it firmly into the locating hole while depressing the RELEASE
ring until it touches the valve body. Finally, release the ring into its
normal position. The handle is now locked in place. This is the most backward position of the handle. It releases the

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locomotive brakes, provided that the Automatic Brake Valve of the Independent Brake Valve Handle.
Handle is also in the RELEASE position.
CUT-OFF PILOT VALVE
When the locomotive is used as a trailing unit, or is being hauled
DEAD in a train, the Independent Brake Valve Handle should be The Cut-Off Pilot Valve provides the Operator with a means to
placed in this position, and should be removed. The procedure for isolate the brake valve from the brake system. It also permits the
the removal, and reapplication of the Independent Brake Valve measurement of brake pipe leakage. The valve has the following
Handle, is identical to the procedure for the Automatic Brake Valve three detent positions:
Handle. IN
APPLICATION When the locomotive is used as the lead, or control unit for all
operations, the Cutoff Pilot Valve control knob must be pushed in
Moving the handle forward through the APPLICATION Zone and rotated to this position.
increases the degree of locomotive braking effort. At the most
forward position, Full Application braking is obtained. TEST

BAIL FUNCTION The TEST position is only used to measure brake pipe leakage.

When the handle is in the RELEASE position, deflection of the OUT

Independent Brake Valve Handle to the right causes the release of
any automatic brake application on the locomotive. This position is to be used when the locomotive is in service as a
trailing unit in a Multiple Unit consist, or when the locomotive is
If the Independent Brake Valve Handle is depressed when it is in being hauled DEAD in a train.
the APPLICATION zone, it will release the automatic application of
the locomotive brakes, to a value which corresponds to the position MULTIPLE UNITS VALVE - (MU-2A Valve)

The MU-2A Valve, which is illustrated in Figure 2-13, is located

near the bottom of the left-hand inside panel of the Operator's
Console. The MU-2A valve conditions locomotives that are
equipped with 26LU-L type brakes, so that they can be used in
Multiple-Unit operation with other 26L and 24RL equipped
locomotives.

This is accomplished by conditioning leading and trailing units in

M.U. operation, to permit independent brake control from the lead
locomotive. This ensures that the brake cylinder buildup, and
Fig. 2-12 - Cut-Off Pilot Valve release, is the same on all units.

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RIGHT-HAND GAUGE:
The Red hand indicates BRAKE CYLINDER Pressure. The White
hand indicates BRAKE PIPE Pressure.

LEFT-HAND GAUGE:

The Red hand indicates MAIN RESERVOIR Pressure. The White

hand indicates EQUALIZING RESERVOIR Pressure.

Fig. 2-13 - Multiple Units Valve (MU-2A Valve)

When the locomotive is used as a LEAD Unit, or hauled DEAD in a

train, the MU-2A Valve must be rotated to the LEAD or DEAD
position.

When the locomotive is used as a Trailing Unit, the MU2A Valve

must be placed in the TRAIL - 24 or 26 position. To position the
Valve, push and turn the knob to the desired selection.

TRAINLINE AIR PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT VALVE

This valve, which is located in front of the brake control valve, is Fig. 2-14 - Air Gauges
used to obtain the necessary brake pipe pressure. When setting
the pressure, the Automatic Brake Valve Handle must be in the 26LU-L AIR BRAKE EQUIPMENT OPERATING POSITIONS
RELEASE position.
Specific instructions are usually issued by the railroad to cover its
AIR GAUGES own recommended practices. In the absence of these instructions,
refer to the Chart in Figure 2-15 for the brake equipment operating
The dual Air Gauges, located in the center of the Console, indicate positions most often encountered while the locomotive is in
the various brake system pressures. service.

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Fig. 2-16 - Controller

REVERSER Handle

This handle, which is located to the left, has three detent positions:
CENTERED (Neutral), FORWARD, and REVERSE.

Fig. 2-15 - Air Brake Equipment Positions

CONTROLLER
The Controller has two operating handles: the THROTTLE, and the
REVERSER. Fig. 2-17 - Reverser Handle

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CENTERED Position NOTE

In the CENTERED position, the locomotive is in "Neutral". It cannot Mechanical interlocking ensures that the Reverser Handle can only
be moved in either direction on its own power. The handle can be be moved when the Throttle Handle is in the IDLE position.
removed to prevent movement of the Reverser, and to lock the
Throttle Handle in the IDLE position. THROTTLE Handle

When the locomotive is used as a trailing unit, the Reverser The Throttle Handle has nine detent positions: IDLE, plus 8 power
Handle should be removed. positions. When the Reverser Handle is CENTERED, and removed
from the Controller, mechanical interlocking prevents the Throttle
NOTE Handle from being moved out of IDLE into the power positions.

Engine speed will be automatically reduced to low IDLE when the When operating the locomotive with the Head End Power Mode
Reverser Handle is CENTERED. For normal IDLE speed, the Switch in the RUN position, and with the Auxiliary AC (Head End)
Reverser Handle should be in either the FORWARD, or REVERSE Power System engaged, the diesel engine will remain at a full
position. speed of 893 RPM in all throttle positions. When operating the
locomotive with the Head End Power Mode Switch in the
CAUTION STANDBY position, and with the Auxiliary AC (Head End) Power
System engaged, the diesel engine will remain at a constant speed
The Reverser direction should not be changed unless the
locomotive Is completely stopped. If the Reverser Is moved
from FORWARD to REVERSE, or from REVERSE to
FORWARD while the locomotive is in motion, this could cause
plugging, and ultimately, damage to the Traction Motors.

FORWARD Position

The locomotive will be set up for forward motion when the

Reverser Handle is pushed FORWARD.

REVERSE Position

Pulling the handle backwards will set up the locomotive for

REVERSE motion.

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of 720 RPM in all throttle positions. No traction power is available description under MISCELLANEOUS DEVICES, at the end of this
in the STANDBY position. Section).

When operating the locomotive without the Auxiliary AC (Head ALERTNESS RESET Foot Pedal
End) Power system engaged, the RPMs of the diesel engine would
be relative to the throttle position. This would be similar to a This foot activated Switch, located on the floor by the driver's seat,
conventional freight locomotive. serves the same purpose as the Alertness Reset Push Button.

MECHANICAL INTERLOCKS ON THE CONTROLLER LOAD/BRAKE CURRENT INDICATING METER

The handles on the Controller are interlocked, so that: The Load/Brake Ammeter, which is located at the right side of the
Control Console, indicates traction motor load current, as well as
1. With the Reverser Handle CENTERED (in neutral), the braking current. The Meter face is graduated to show Amperes of
Throttle can be moved to any position. If the Throttle is in IDLE, the electrical current. It indicates zero current when the needle points
Reverser Handle can be removed from Controller. straight up. The needle swings to the right of zero to indicate Load
Current, and to the left of zero to indicate Dynamic Braking
2. When the Reverser Handle is in FORWARD or REVERSE, the Current.
Throttle can be moved to any position.
NOTE
3. If the Reverser Handle is removed from the Controller, the
Throttle will be locked in the IDLE position. The Ammeter is connected in such a way, as to indicate the
current flow through the No. 2 Traction Motor. Since the Amperage
4. With the Throttle in the IDLE position, the Reverser Handle can is the same in all motors, each motor will carry the amount shown
be placed in the CENTERED (neutral), FORWARD, or REVERSE on the Meter.
position, or it can be removed from the Controller.
If the No. 2 Traction Motor is cut out, there will be no reading on
5. The Reverser Handle cannot be moved when the Throttle is the Load/Brake Current Indicating Meter. When a traction motor is
in any notch above the IDLE position. cut out, control circuits will limit locomotive power, in order to allow
the unit to proceed to the next maintenance point.
ALERTNESS RESET Push Button
When measuring Load Current, the Ammeter indicates the pulling
This Push Button is located on the Control Console, and is used to force of the locomotive with a maximum possible current of 1500
reset the Vigilance Control function of the Event Recorder. On Amperes. A RED zone on the Meter face, between 1050 and 1500
locomotives with Road Numbers 6400 to 6429, this device is Amps, shows when current levels are too high for continuous
referred to as the Reset and Sensing Control (RSC) System. operation.
(Refer to the Event Recorder system

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CAUTION application of sand. When there is a large number of power

reductions in rapid succession, the cumulative effect causes the
Observe the short time rating Indication In the RED Zone of locomotive to maintain power at a level where adhesion can be
the Ammeter pertaining to low speed, full-throttle operation. maintained. Do not misinterpret this loss of power as a defect in
the control system.
The maximum continuous current rating, and the short time
operating limits, were developed for Throttle 8 operation. These AMMETER LIGHT DIMMER
values must be decreased at lower throttle positions. This is due to
the fact that engine speed, and consequently traction motor This Dimmer, located to the right of the Ammeter, is used to control
cooling air, are reduced. the brightness of the Ammeter Light.

SPEED INDICATOR

The Speed Indicator shows the locomotive speed in Miles Per

Hour.

SPEED INDICATOR LIGHT DIMMER

This Dimmer, located on the Control Console below the Speed

Indicator, is used to control the brightness of the Speed Indicator
Light.

MANUAL SAND Push Button

Fig. 2-19 - Load/Brake Current Indicating Meter When operated, this non-latching Switch supplies a signal to the
In Dynamic Braking, the maximum current is indicated a 800 Sanding Module, SA10. The Sanding Module then determines the
Amperes, with a "RED Zone" between 700 and 801 Amperes. direction of locomotive travel, and directs the trainlined signal to
the appropriate (forward, or reverse) Sanding Magnet Valves.
Since the Dynamic Brake Regulator controls maximun braking
current, the Ammeter should seldom, (if ever) indicate more than LEAD TRUCK SAND Push Button
700 Amperes, which is the rating of the Dynamic Braking Resistor
Grids. When operated, this non-latching Switch supplies a signal to the
Sanding Module, SA10. The Sanding Module determines in which
NOTE direction the locomotive is moving, and directs a signal to provide
sand to the lead truck only. This method of sanding dresses the
The Wheel Slip Control System functions to correct slips, by an
rail, and is adequate for most conditions. The signal is not
instantaneous reduction of power in small increments, and by the
trainlined.
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BELL Push Button SILENCE Push Button

This Push Button has two distinctly divided areas. To activate the The Pushbutton may be used to silence Banking Control System
locomotive Signal Bell, depress the section of the Push Button audible alarms. However, indicator lights will still remain active until
marked ON (start). The Bell will keep ringing, until the section the alarm condition has been corrected. BLENDED BRAKE, BBL,
marked OFF is depressed.
RESET Push Button
HORN Push Button
This Pushbutton is used to reset a lockout of the Blended Brake
This Push Button activates both the Horn and the Signal Bell. The System. A lockout can occur when the total braking effort goes
Bell can only be silenced with the Bell Control Switch. abnormally high for an extended period of time. This reset is a
trainlined function in the Blended Brake control system.
SWITCH PANEL

The Switch Panel, located on the left side of the Control Console,
contains the following switches:

M.U. ENGINE STOP Push Button

This Push Button Switch is used to stop all engines in a consist. It

is a dual purpose "Push On/Push Off" type switch, with two distinct
sections. Both sections can be independently activated.

To shut down all engines in a consist, depress the RED coloured

section of the Switch, identified as "STOP".

To reset the engine start systems for all engines in a consist,

depress the BLACK coloured section of the Switch, marked "RUN."

During normal operation, the RUN section of the Switch must be

activated (depressed).
1 - Multiple Unit Engine Stop Push Button 5 - Ditch Lights Switch
GA LTS Dimmer Switch 2 - Gauge Lights Dimmer 6 Attendant Call Push Button
3 - Silence Push Button 7 - Front Headlight Switch
4 - Blended Brake Lockout Reset Push Button 8 - Rear Headlight Switch
This Dimmer Switch is used to control the brightness of the Gauge
Lights.
Fig. 2-20 - Switch Panel
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DITCH LIGHTS Switch

This Switch controls the operation of the Ditch Lights.

ATTENDANT CALL Push Button

When this button is pressed in any unit of a locomotive consist, the

audible alarms will ring in all units.

HEADLIGHT Switches

Two (2) four-position rotary snap switches are provided for

independent control of the Front, and Rear Headlights. Each rotary
switch has four positions: OFF, DIM, MED, and BRT. All four
positions of each switch are operative. However, in a multiple unit
consist, the Headlight Control Switches must be properly
positioned at the Engine Control Panels of each unit in the consist.
In this case, the Headlights will be controlled from the lead unit
only. 1 - Heated Windshield Switch 7 - Generator Field Switch
2 - Gauge Lights Switch 8 - Engine Run Switch
3 - Back Stop Light Switch 8 - Heater Switch
INSTRUMENT PANEL 4 - Front Stop Light Switch 10 - Front Left Class Light Switch
5 - Ground Light Switch 11 - Front Right Class Light Switch
Switches, which control various functions of the locomotive, are 6 - Fuel Pump and Control Switch
mounted on this Panel. At the top of the Panel is a row of eight Fig. 2-21 - Instrument Panel
slide-on switches. When slid upward, they snap into the ON
position. GAUGE LTS Switch

The Fuel Pump and Control Switch, the Generator Field Switch, This Switch controls the operation of the Gauge Lights.
and the Engine Run Switch must be ON in the lead unit of a
STEP LTS - BK Switch
locomotive consist, and must be OFF in trailing units.
Following, is a brief description of the Instrument Panel switches: This Switch controls the operation of the right, and left side, rear
Step Lights.
HTD W/S Switch
STEP LTS - FR Switch
This Switch controls the operation of the Windshield Heaters.
This Switch controls the operation of the right side, and left side,
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GRD LTS Switch The heater elements are protected against high heat damage by a
thermostat. In the event that the heater is automatically shut off by
This Switch controls the operation of the Ground Lights on the right the protective device, the heater circuit must be manually reset.
and left sides of the locomotive.
The following three switches must always be ON in a single or lead In order to reset the heater circuit, the Cab Heater Fan Control
unit of a consist, and must be OFF in a trailing unit. Circuit Breaker must first be cycled OFF, and then back ON.

FP AND CONT Switch If the heater is automatically shut off again, notify maintenance
personnel.
This Switch provides power to various low voltage control circuits.
It must be in the ON position to start the engine, and to operate the CLASS LIGHTS Switch
fuel pump.
These two Switches provide independent control of the colour of
ENGINE RUN Switch the Classification Lights, located at the front of locomotive. To
select a classification colour, turn the selector knob until the arrow
This Switch must be ON to obtain throttle control of the engine points toward the appropriate colour displayed on the switch frontal
speed. If the Engine Run Switch is OFF, the engine will run at area.
IDLE, regardless of the Throttle Handle position. GEN. FIELD
Switch The Classification Switches must be operated in accordance with
specific railroad instructions.
In order to complete the excitation circuits to the Traction
Alternator, the Generator Field Switch must be ON. If the Switch is
TWO-WAY RADIO Handset
in the OFF position, the engine will respond to the Throttle, but the
generator will not develop power.
This Handset is used in conjunction with the Two-Way Radio
HEATER Switch Control Unit mounted on the Overhead Console.

This Rotary Switch, which is used to control the Cab Heater, has OVERHEAD CONSOLE
the four following positions: OFF, LO, HI and FAN.
The Overhead Console contains various Operation,
CAUTION Communication, and Indicating Devices. Individual components
and their functions are described in the paragraphs which follow:
After the Switch has been placed In the OFF position, the fan
may keep running to cool the heater elements. Do not open CREW ALERT PANEL (Road Numbers 6430 -6458)
the Cab Heater Fan Control Circuit Breaker before the fan has
stopped. The Crew Alert Panel operates in conjunction with the Event

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6429, this component is referred to as the RSC System Audible

Alarm.

NOTE
For additional information, refer to the Event Recorder system
description under MISCELLANEOUS DEVICES, at the end of this
Section.

INDICATING LIGHT PANEL

The Lights on this Panel indicate the operation of various systems

within the locomotive. When the devices listed on this Panel are in
1- Crew Alert/RSC System Audible Alarm 5- Two-way Radio Control Panel service, the appropriate Indicating Light will be ON.
2- Crew Alert Panel/RSC Alarm Control Panel 8- Speed Indicator
3- Indicating Light Panel 7- PA/Intercom System Panel
4- Warning Light Panel B- Steam Generator Panel

Fig. 2-22 - Overhead Console

Recorder/Crew Alertness System. In order to prove Crew

Alertness, it informs the engineer when an Event Recorder "Reset"
must be initiated. It shows the status of the system by means of
ALARM Lights, SYSTEM DEFECT Lights, and a System
OVERRIDE Light.

RSC ALARM CONTROL PANEL (Road Numbers 6400 - 6429)

This Panel, which operates in conjunction with the Event 1- Top Headlight 5- Right Ditchlight
Recorder/RSC System, performs the same function as the Crew 2- Left Defroster B- Right Defroster
Alert Panel. It contains two Warning Lights and a System 3- Left Ditchlight 7- Rear Headlight
4- Bottom Headlight
DEFECTIVE Light.
Fig. 2-23 - Indicating Light Panel
CREW ALERT AUDIBLE ALARM
WARNING LIGHT PANEL
This pulsed, increasing-frequency, Audible Alarm accompanies the
Crew Alert Panel visual alarms. On Locomotive Units 6400 through
The Warning Light Panel, located on the upper right hand side of
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the Console, contains Train and Locomotive Warning Lights, which

will be activated due to a fault or warning condition. The lights are
divided into two distinct vertical banks. The right hand bank
indicates faults on the locomotive, and the left bank indicates faults
on the train (cars). The Panel is also equipped with a test switch,
as illustrated in Figure 2-24.

The test switch is spring loaded, and may be held CLOSED to test
the operation of the warning lights.

LOCOMOTIVE WARNING LIGHTS

PCS OPEN Light

This Light comes on to indicate a safety control or emergency air

brake application. In this event, the Pneumatic Control Switch,
PCS, functions to automatically cut power to the traction motors.
Locomotive power is restored by resetting the PCS Switch. This
occurs automatically, provided that:

1. Control of the air brake is recovered, by placing the Automatic

Brake Valve Handle in the SUPPRESSION position.
Fig. 2-24 - Overhead Console Warning Light Panel
2. The Throttle is returned to the IDLE position.
A ground fault lockout can be reset with the Ground Relay Lockout
GROUND FAULT Light Reset Switch. The Reset Switch is located on the Fuse and Switch
Panel.
This Light indicates that an electrical path to ground has occurred,
or that a group of five diodes in the main generator has failed. The WARNING
audible alarm is activated when the Light comes ON. In this Always report ground relay Light Indications to the proper
situation, it is not necessary to isolate the unit, nor is it necessary maintenance personnel.
to return the Throttle to IDLE. The locomotive is equipped with an
automatic Ground Relay Reset. At the first, second, and third GOVERNOR SHUT DOWN Light
ground fault indication, the GROUND FAULT Light will come on for
10 to 20 seconds. At the fourth indication, the Light will stay on. This Light indicates either a power reduction, or a complete engine
shut down:

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1. A clogged engine air filter will reduce engine power and WARNING
speed by two notches when in Throttle 7 or 8. Once It has been determined that the Crankcase Pressure
Detector has tripped, make no further engineroom
2. The engine governor has shut the engine down due to one of Inspections. Do not attempt to restart the engine. Isolate the
the following causes: unit. If freezing conditions are possible, drain the cooling
system In accordance with railroad regulations.
a. True low oil pressure. b. Hot engine oil.
If neither the Crankcase Pressure, nor the Low Water Pressure
c. Low cooling water pressure, or any condition which Detector has tripped, and engine oil level is satisfactory with a
causes the differential pressure across the water pump HOT ENGINE condition apparent, do not attempt to restart the
to drop below the airbox pressure. engine. Report the engine shutdown circumstances to
authorized maintenance personnel.
d. Crankcase (oil pan) overpressure.
HOT ENGINE Light
e. A plugged engine air filter.
This Light operates in conjunction with the audible alarm to warn
the operator that the engine coolant has reached an excessively
A mechanism to detect low engine lubrication oil pressure is built high temperature. When operating in Throttle positions 7 or 8, a
into the engine governor. This mechanism is activated by true oil Hot Engine condition will automatically reduce engine speed and
pressure failure, or by dumping oil from the engine oil line that power to Throttle positions 5 or 6 respectively. If operating in
leads to the governor. In either event, a small button will pop out of Throttle position 6 or below, engine speed and power will not be
the governor body. This indicates that the mechanism has tripped reduced during a Hot Engine condition. However, the HOT
the Low Oil Alarm Switch. The Light on the Engine Control Panel ENGINE Light will be on, and the alarm will sound.
will come on to indicate that the low oil mechanism has tripped.
If the cooling system has failed, a hot lubricating oil detector will
When a governor shutdown indication occurs, it is necessary to shut the engine down before serious engine damage occurs. If a
determine whether the crankcase pressure, or low water pressure Hot Engine shutdown occurs, do not attempt to restart the engine.
detector has tripped to dump engine oil from the line leading to the Report shutdown circumstances to authorized maintenance
governor, or whether a true oil failure has occurred. This can be personnel.
verified by checking for a protruding reset button on either the
crankcase pressure, or low water pressure detecting device. (This TRAIN OVERSPEED Light
device is illustrated in Figure 2-37). A protruding LOWER button
indicates excessive crankcase pressure; a protruding UPPER If the maximum allowable locomotive speed is exceeded, this Light
button .indicates low water pressure. will come on, and a warning whistle will sound. The whistle will
sound for approximately 6 seconds. During this tiem, the speed

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must be reduced in order to avoid a penalty brake application. bearing has failed, normally at a temperature above 1210C
(249.8°F). This Light may also indicate that the monitor is
SLIP Light defective. When this Light is ON, the modulating buzzer will sound.

Intermittent flashing of the Wheel Slip Light, and sounding of the WARNING
buzzer, indicates a moderate to severe wheel slip. The Wheel Slip If this Light comes on, applicable railroad instructions must
Control System is doing its job, and is correcting the slips. The be followed.
Throttle (locomotive power) should not be reduced, unless severe
lurching threatens to break the train. BEARING ALERT Light

A minor slip may not activate the Wheel Slip Light. However, This Light warns the operator that a locomotive suspension or
automatic sanding may take place, along with the regulation of journal bearing temperature is abnormal, above 101°C (213.8°F),
power. Do not misinterpret this power control as a loss of power or that a temperature sensor has failed.
due to a fault.
WARNING
A continuous Wheel Slip Light, accompanied by the buzzer, could If this Light comes on, applicable railroad Instructions must
indicate a locked wheel. be followed.

WARNING R.S.C. OVERRIDE Light

Never operate the locomotive with a continuous Wheel Slip This Light indicates that the Override Switch for the Event
Light (locked wheel) Indication. If circuit difficulty Is Recorder has been placed in the OVERRIDE position. TRAIN
suspected, stop the locomotive, and make a careful
inspection to ascertain that there are no locked sliding wheels WARNING LIGHTS
before proceeding.
HEP GROUND FAULT Light
SAND Light
This Light indicates a ground fault in the Head End Power AC
This Light indicates that the Lead Truck Sand Switch on the supply. It will stay on until the HEP Ground Detection System is
Control Console is ON. When activated, the system will provide reset. This is accomplished by depressing the Ground Fault Reset
continuous sanding at the leading truck of the locomotive consist. Switch.
This method of sanding dresses the rails, and is adequate for most
conditions. WARNING
If this Light comes on, applicable railroad Instructions must
BEARING FAILURE Light be followed. Always report ground fault indications to
maintenance personnel.
This Light indicates that a locomotive suspension or journal
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HEP BREAKER OPEN Light normally at a temperature above 121°C (249.8°F). When this Light
is on, the modulating buzzer will sound.
This Light indicates that the main Head End Power Circuit Breaker
is OPEN. No power is supplied to the cars. In this event, check the WARNING
main Head End Power Panel for any tripped protection devices. If this Light comes on, applicable railroad Instructions must
be followed.
HEP TRAINLINE INCOMPLETE Light
BEARING ALERT Light
This Light indicates that trainline circuits are incomplete, or are
incorrectly connected, thereby preventing the AC Contactor from This Light warns the operator that a car journal bearing
closing. temperature is abnormal, above 1010C (213.8°F).

DOOR OPEN Light WARNING

If this Light comes on, applicable railroad instructions must
This Light comes on if one or more car doors are open. In this be followed.
case, the locomotive will be unable to produce tractive power.
CAR BANKING MONITORING SYSTEM Lights
DOOR BYPASS ACTIVATED Light
As illustrated in Figure 2-25, these two Lights are located under the
This Light indicates that the Door Bypass Switch is CLOSED. ALL Two-Way Radio.

CAR BRAKES APPLIED Light

This Light will illuminate when all of the car brakes in a train are
applied. Failure of the Light to come on, when the automatic brake
is applied, indicates that one or more car brakes are not operating.

NOT ALL CAR BRAKES RELEASED Light

Fig. 2-25 - Car Banking Warning Lights
This Light indicates that the brakes are applied on one or more
cars. This may be caused by a car handbrake remaining applied, BANKING CANCELLED Light
or by a faulty braking system.
This Light indicates a failure of the Banking System in one or more
BEARING FAILURE Light cars. The modulating buzzer will sound for approximately 15
seconds. If a car centering cylinder does not extend, the buzzer will
This Light indicates that a car journal bearing has failed, continue to sound until the operator activates the BANKING CUT-
OUT Switch.
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NO CENTERING - REDUCE SPEED Light Brakeman's location. As illustrated in Figure 2-27, this Panel
contains the following equipment:
This Light indicates that a car centering cylinder has not extended.
The modulating buzzer and Light will remain on for approximately SECOND CAB SPEAKER AND CONTROLS
15 seconds, and will then extinguish.
The second cab speaker is located on the Steam Generator Panel.
WARNING It contains individual controls for both incoming, and outgoing radio
If this Light comes on, applicable railroad Instructions must communications.
be followed.
STEAM GENERATOR TRAINLINE SHUTOFF Push Button
TWO WAY RADIO
This Push Button allows remote control of the Steam Generators
The Two-Way "clean-cab" Radio is located under the Warning on equipment coupled with this locomotive. It energizes the
Light Panel. It contains the necessary controls to communicate Trainline Shutoff Valve, in order to close the steam supply.
with other trains, and with wayside installations. See Figure 2-26.
The Radio should be operated in accordance with Railroad
Regulations.

1 - Volume Control 6 - Channel Selection Push Buttons

2 - Push-To-Talk (PTT) Push Button 7 - Keypad and Tone Selector
3 - Transmit Indicator 6 - Display Dim Switch
4 - Front Panel Microphone 9 - DTMF/Tone Switch
5 - Channel Display 10 - MR/Home Button

Fig. 2-26 - Two-Way Radio 1 - Second Cab Speaker and Controls 3-Steam Generator Separator Slowdown
2 - Rheostat (Overhead Speed Indicator) 4 - Steam Generator Trainline Shutoff
STEAM GENERATOR PANEL
Fig. 2-27 - Steam Generator Panel
The Steam Generator Panel is situated overhead, in front of the
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STEAM SEPARATOR BLOWDOWN Push Button The cab and short hood are equipped with miscellaneous devices
for the convenience and safety of the occupants. Figure 2-28
This Push Button allows remote control of Steam Generators on shows the location of these devices.
equipment coupled with this locomotive. It energizes the Steam
Separator Blowdown valve. READING LIGHT AND WINDSHIELD WIPER CONTROL PANEL
CAB AND SHORT HOOD MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT
A separate Reading Light And Windshield Wiper Control Panel is
mounted on each side of the cab. One Panel is situated above the
Operator's location, and the other is above the Brakeman's
location.

Each Panel contains a light with an integral control switch, as well

as the windshield wiper control knob. The knob controls the
operation and speed of the wiper on the respective side of the
locomotive.

1 - Reading Light 11- 18" Pipe Wrench

2 - Overhead Light 12- Card Holder Fig. 2-29 - Reading Light and Windshield Wiper Control Panel
3 - Refrigerator 13- Paper Holder
4 - Hot Plate 14- Flagman Kit
5 - Heater Vent Control 15- Equipment Box SPEED INDICATOR
6 - Windshield Wiper 16- Fire Extinguisher
7 - Heated Windshield 17- Ashtray
8 - Toilet Room Light 18- Waste Container
A Speed Indicator is provided for use by the Brakeman. It is
9 - Lunch Tray 19- Light located under the Overhead Console, between the two
10 - Cup Dispenser 20- Emergency Brake Valve windshields, and indicates the speed of the locomotive in Miles Per
21- Seat Hour.
Fig. 2-28 - Cab and Short Hood Miscellaneous Equipment
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ENGINE ROOM CONTROLS AND DEVICES HEAD END POWER MONITOR PANEL
The Head End Power Monitor Panel is mounted on the Head End
Power Control Cabinet. It contains monitoring, protective, and
control devices, which are associated with the Auxiliary AC Power
System. Following is a brief description of the devices:
AMMETER
The Ammeter indicates the output current from the Head End
Power Alternator to the trainlihe connections.
AMMETER SWITCH

The Ammeter Switch selects which of the three alternator phases

is displayed on the Ammeter.

VOLTMETER

The Voltmeter indicates the output voltage between two phases of

the AC Generator.

VOLTMETER SWITCH

The Voltmeter Switch selects which of the two alternator phases

that the voltmeter is across. The voltage between these two
phases is displayed on the meter.

FREQUENCY METER
The Frequency Meter indicates the frequency of the output
voltage, as measured between Phases 1 and 2 of the AC
Generator.

INDICATING LIGHT PANEL

The lights on this Panel indicate the condition of the AC Breaker,
and the trainline network. Warning indications of instantanuous or
Fig. 2-30 - Head End Monitor Panel
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thermal overloads, are also displayed on the Indicating Light

Panel.

NOTE

The following Indicator Lights have a push-to-test feature

which allows testing of the lamp circuit alone. This
determines if the lamp is working properly, while isolated
from its operation in the power control system. When the
lens cap is depressed, the supply voltage is impressed
across the lamp circuit. After a one second delay the Light
should go on.

INST. OVERLOAD Light Fig. 2-31 - HEP Monitor Panel Indicating Light Panel

This Light indicates that an instantaneous overload has been AUX. PWR. C.B. Light
detected at the AC Contactor, between the AC Power Alternator
and the trainlined AC Power Circuit. This Light indicates that the AC Contactor (Circuit Breaker) is
closed, and that power is being supplied to the trainline circuit.
FREQ. TRIP Light
VOLT TRIP Light
This Light comes on to indicate that the Head End (Auxiliary AC)
Power System has been disabled by control circuits, due to either This Light indicates that the Head End (Auxiliary AC) Power
an over, or under, frequency condition. System has been disabled by control circuits, due to either an over,
or under, voltage condition.
AUX. PWR. T.L. Light
THERM OVERLOAD Light
This Light indicates that the trainline jumper cables are in place
throughout the train. It also indicates that the Trainline Setup This Light indicates that a thermal overload has been detected at
Switch is properly positioned to supply AC power, as selected at the AC Contactor, between the AC Power Alternator and the
the Trainline Setup Switch. trainlined AC Power Circuit.

NOTE LT-HE, UNDERSPEED INDICATOR Light

Before the AUX. PWR. T.L. Light will come on, the Head End This Light indicates that the Head End Alternator is not running at
Power Mode Switch must be in the RUN, or STANDBY position. a high enough speed; the diesel engine is not turning fast enough.

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When the Light is ON, it indicates that the alternator speed is motor, and associated circuitry, for the Recirculating Pump of the
below the level that is necessary to properly maintain the trainlined Head End Power gear box, and Head End Power Alternator
480 VAC System at 60 Hz. The alternator output frequency, as bearing lubrication system.
seen on the Frequency Meter, will be proportional to engine speed.
ALT. TRANSFER MOTOR Circuit Breaker
CB-HE - OVERVOLTAGE Circuit Breaker Reset This 3A double-pole Circuit Breaker protects the Alternator
Transfer Switch Motor.
This Push Button resets the Circuit Breaker that protects the Head
End Alternator Exciter and Voltage Regulator circuit. 480 V.A.C. CONTROL Circuit Breaker

GEAR BOX LUBE Light This 5A triple-pole Circuit Breaker has each of its breaker

When illuminated, the Gear Box Lube Light indicates that the
Auxiliary Power Gear Box Lube Pump is not working. The Light
should be OFF when the engine is running.

GROUND FAULT RESET Push Button

This Push Button resets the Ground Fault Relay. The Relay
provides an indication that a ground fault has occurred, in either
the Head End Alternator (in RUN), or the AC output of the Traction
Alternator (in STANDBY). When the Ground Fault Relay picks up,
the H.E.P. System Ground Light illuminates.

FREQ., VOLT., INST. & THERMAL OVERLOAD RESET

Push Button

If an overload is detected at the breaker, between the Head End

(Auxiliary AC) Power Alternator and the trainlined AC Power
network, this Push Button will reset the instantaneous and thermal
overload circuits. If an overload occurs, the overload circuit will
interrupt AC power to the train, until the system is reset. 1 - Cooling Water Tank 6 - Load Regulator
2 - Water Level Sight Gauge 7 - Fuel Prime/Engine Start Switch
3 - Water Level Instruction Plate 6 - Water Filler
HEP LUBE OIL PUMP Circuit Breaker 4 - Lube Oil Pressure Gauge 9 - Water Tank Overflow
5 - Water Temperature Gauge 10 - Temperature Switch Manifold
This 30A double-pole Circuit Breaker protects the electric
Fig. 2-32 - Engine Start Station
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sections between one phase of the Auxiliary AC Power Generator, FUEL PRIME POSITION
and the Under/Over-Frequency and Under/OverVoltage protection
circuits. In this way, the Circuit Breaker protects these devices, and This position is used to prime the engine with fuel, prior to starting.
associated wiring, from an overload in any phase. In the Fuel Prime position, the fuel pump motor is energized by
battery power, but the engine will not crank. Additional contacts
ENGINE START STATION energize the Turbocharger Auxiliary Lube Oil Pump Motor. This
ensures a supply of pressurized lube oil to the turbocharger
The Main Engine starting and monitoring devices are mounted on bearings during startup.
the equipment rack, which is located at the front of the engine
between the, Head End Power equipment and the engine. ENGINE START POSITION
FUEL PRIME/ENGINE START (FP/ES) Switch The Engine Start position is used to supply power from the
batteries to the starting motors. The starter motor pinion gear
This three-position rotary switch, Figure 2-33, is located in a engages with the engine ring gear. This in turn causes the engine
junction box mounted on the equipment rack. The functions of the to crank until the FP/ES Switch is released.
three positions are as follows:
CENTERED (OFF) POSITION
Since the FP/ES Switch is spring loaded, it will return to this
position (OFF) when released. While the engine is running,
contacts that are normally CLOSED in this position supply power to
the fuel pump motor from the Auxiliary Generator.
As illustrated in Figure 2-33, the Soak Back System Failure Light,
and the Starter Motor Thermal Overload Protection System Light
are mounted adjacent to the FP/ES Switch.
SOAK BACK SYSTEM FAILURE Light

This Light illuminates when a failure exists in the soak back

system.

STARTER MOTOR THERMAL OVERLOAD PROTECTION

SYSTEM Light
1. Fuel Prime/Engine Start Switch (FP/ES)
2. Soak Back System Failure Light CID-036 This Light illuminates when the engine starting motors have been
3. Thermal Overload Protection System Light overloaded. When the Light comes on, power will not be applied to
the starter motors, regardless of the FP/ES
Fig. 2-33 - Fuel Prime/Engine Start (FP/ES) Switch
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Switch position. When the starter motors have cooled sufficiently to visual indication of the operating conditions for the respective
allow a restart attempt, the Light will automatically go' OFF. systems. Each device represents a system which could cause the
engine to shut down. Periodic checks of these systems will alert
INJECTOR RACK MANUAL CONTROL LEVEL (LAYSHAFT) the operator to an impending failure. All abnormal readings must
be reported to the appropriate maintenance personnel.
This engine-mounted, hand operated lever, Figure 2-34, may be
used to manually operate the injector racks. It is primarily used to WATER LEVEL INSTRUCTION PLATE
position the injector racks during engine cranking, in order to The Water Level Instruction Plate is mounted next to the sight
provide an immediate supply of fuel to the cylinders. gauge on the water tank. To check the water level, open the round
valve handle at the bottom of the gauge. Read the water level,
CAUTION using the instruction plate as a guide. Then, close the valve. To
On units equipped with an engine purge control system, do avoid false readings, drain the gauge using the small drain cock at
not push the Injector control lever until the engine has the bottom of the gauge.
cranked for 6 seconds.
LUBE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE
MONITORING DEVICES
This Gauge provides a ready indication of Lube Oil Pressure.
The locomotive is equipped with monitoring devices to provide a During normal operation, oil pressure will increase as the speed of
the diesel engine increases.
WATER TEMPERATURE GAUGE
The engine inlet water temperature may be readily checked using
the Water Temperature Gauge. The Gauge is colour coded to
indicate COLD (blue), NORMAL (green), and HOT (red). A
temperature which is approaching the HOT zone may indicate
tunnel or similar operation.

FILTER BYPASS GAUGE

The Filter Bypass Gauge indicates the condition of the Primary

Fuel Filter. Increased differential pressures across the filter will be
indicated by a higher reading on the Gauge. As the pressure
increases, a bypass valve will begin to open, and will cause fuel to
bypass the Primary Fuel Filter. This bypassing imposes an
Fig. 2-34 - Injector Rack (Layshaft) additional burden on the engine mounted fuel oil filters, which
could subsequently shorten their service life. Therefore, this
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condition should be reported to maintenance personnel as soon as (adjacent to the engine) should be full, clear, and free of bubbles.
possible. At the time of engine start, this Sight Glass may be empty. When
the fuel system is primed, turbulent flow will occur. When the fuel in
AIR PRESSURE GAUGE the Sight Glass flows clear and free of bubbles, the engine may be
cranked.
This Gauge shows the pressure in the No. 1 Main Air Reservoir.
The Bypass Sight Glass (farthest from the engine) is normally
FUEL SIGHT GLASS empty. More than a trickle of fuel in this Sight Glass indicates that
the fuel filter elements are becoming clogged. If the condition
In order to give a visual indication of the fuel condition, two Sight persists, it may cause the engine to shutdown from lack of fuel.
Glasses are located on the engine-mounted filter housing.
For proper engine operation, the Return Fuel Sight Glass SAFETY DEVICES

1- To Reset 4- ON Level Sight Glass

2- Overspeed Tripped Position 5- Governor
1- Return Fuel Sight Glass (Normally Full) 3- Low Oil Trip Plunger Push In To Set 6- Overspeed Lever
2- Bypass Sight Glass (Normally Empty)
3- Filter Elements Fig. 2-36 - Governor Low Oil Trip Plunger
And Engine Overspeed Trip Reset Lever
Fig. 2-35 - Engine Mounted Fuel Filters with Sight Glasses
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LOW OIL PRESSURE DETECTOR

This mechanism, which senses low engine lubricating oil pressure,

is built into the engine governor. Under normal operating
conditions, engine lubricating oil is supplied to the mechanism
under pressure. Should oil pressure drop to a dangerously low
level, a small plunger will protrude from the side of the governor
body to indicate that the mechanism has tripped. If operating in
Throttle positions 4 and above, the GOVERNOR DOWN Light will
illuminate, followed by an automatic engine shutdown' after
approximately 2 seconds. At IDLE, or in Throttle Positions 1, 2, or
3, the time delay before shutdown is controlled by the governor.

OVERSPEED MECHANISM
1- Low Water Reset
Should engine speed become excessive, this mechanism would 2- Crankcase Pressure Reset
prevent the injection of fuel into the cylinders. This results in an 3- Vent And Test Opening
immediate shutdown of the engine, and a NO POWER/CHRG 4- Test Cock
Alarm. To reset the mechanism, the trip reset lever must be rotated Fig. 2-37 - Low Water And Crankcase Pressure Detector
counterclockwise until it resets.
WARNING
LOW WATER AND CRANKCASE PRESSURE DETECTOR When It Is determined that the Crankcase Pressure Detector
has tripped, make no further engine room Inspections. Do not
The locomotive is also equipped with devices which will detect low attempt to restart the engine. Isolate the unit. If freezing
cooling water pressure, and excessive crankcase pressure. When conditions are possible, drain the cooling system in
activated, the devices release oil pressure from the line leading to accordance with railroad regulations.
the low oil pressure detector mechanism in the governor. This, in
turn, causes the engine to shut down. If neither the Crankcase Pressure, nor the Low Water Pressure
Detector has tripped, and the engine oil level is satisfactory
To determine the cause of a shutdown, check for protruding reset with a HOT ENGINE condition apparent, do not attempt to
buttons at the Crankcase Pressure and Low Water Pressure restart the engine. Report the engine shutdown circumstances
detecting devices. A protruding button identifies the device which to maintenance personnel.
has caused the engine shutdown. If crankcase pressure, or low
LOCOMOTIVE MISCELLANEOUS DEVICES
water pressure is not the cause, then the engine was shut down by
either the hot oil detector, or a true oil pressure failure. DEAD ENGINE CUTOUT COCK Valve

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ENGINE FUEL CUT-OUT SWITCHES - EFCO #2 AND EFCO #3

As well as the EFCO/STOP Switch on the Engine Control Panel,

two additional Engine Fuel Cut-Out Push Button Switches are
located above the fuel tank; one on each side of the locomotive,
near each of the fuel fillers.

Depressing any one of these Pushbuttons will shut the engine

down by cutting of its fuel supply. The reaction is instantaneous. It
1- Handbrake 5- Battery Charging Receptacle is not necessary to maintain pressure on the Pushbutton until the
2- Emergency Brake Valve 6- Outside Light engine stops.
3- Fire Extinguisher - Portable 7- Emergency Fuel Cut-Out
4- Fire Extinguisher - Automatic 8- Dead Engine Cutout Cock Valve
EMERGENCY BRAKE VALVE
Fig. 2-38 - Locomotive Miscellaneous Equipment
The Emergency Brake Valve is a manually operated valve on the
equipment. It consists of a two-position cock valve, which is closed brake pipe. When the handle is pulled, the air in the brake pipe is
in the LIVE position, and open in the DEAD position. The Dead quickly vented to atmosphere. The fast rate of pressure drop in the
Engine Cutout Cock Valve is accessible from outside the brake pipe causes an emergency air brake application.
locomotive, through a side panel under the cab.
The F40PH-2D Locomotive is equipped with two Emergency Brake
Valves; one is located in the cab, and the other is situated on the
rear wall of the long hood.

HANDBRAKE

The Handbrake, which is located at the rear of the long hood

section, mechanically applies the brake on both axles of the long
hood rear. truck.

To apply the Handbrake, pull the handle up and down (pumping

action), until the brake is fully set.

To release the Handbrake, pull upward on the release trip lever.

1- Dead Engine CutOut Cock Positioned For Engine Operation
CAUTION
Fig. 2-39 - Dead Engine Cutout Cock Valve Always release the Handbrake before attempting to move the
locomotive.
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HOT BOX MONITORING SYSTEM 1. Membrane Switches

Locomotives, numbered 6430 to 6458, are equipped with an on- Depressing any of the sixteen (16) related Membrane
board journal and suspension bearing monitoring system. This Switches will display the actual bearing temperatures (8
system will alert the operator if a bearing temperature exceeds wheels, 8 suspensions).
101°C (213.8°F), or if a sensor becomes faulty. In the event of a 2. Normal Mode (Green Light)
monitor failure, or, if a bearing temperature exceeds 121°C
(249.8°F), the indication will be accompanied by an audible alarm. When illuminated, the Normal Light indicates that there is no
As illustrated in Figure 2-40, the monitor will also display the status fault, and the system is functioning. Temperature sensors are
of the system, and the location of any abnormality. below 102°C (215.6°F).
3. Display Limits
When the Display Limits membrane switch is depressed, it
will recall from memory any bearing which has exceeded
1010C (214°F). A normal reading would be "<1010C" (less
than 1010C).

4. Abnormal Indicating Lights

These Lights show the location of an abnormal condition.

5. Display Screen

The Display Screen shows the status of the system.

6. Danger Mode (Red Light)

When the Danger Light is illuminated, there is an actual hot

box. The bearing temperature is above 1210C (250°F).

7. Warning Mode (Yellow Light)

When the Warning Light is illuminated, there is an

abnormality. A bearing may be running increasingly warm,
between 102°C and 1210C (216°F and 250°F), or there may
be a fault in the system. A short-circuited sensor, an open
Fig. 2-40 - Hot Box Monitoring System
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sensor, and/or a defective monitor will display in the Warning EVENT RECORDER and CREW ALERTNESS
Mode.
As required by law, the locomotive is equipped with a combined
8. Test Switch Crew Alertness device and Event Recorder. Power for the device,
which is located in the short hood compartment opposite the toilet,
When depressed, the Test membrane switch will cause the is supplied by the ER/SP IND Circuit Breaker. The status of the
box to cycle through all the monitored circuits, and display a system is indicated by Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs), located near
normal <101°C symbol. It will also recall from memory any the device. If any attempt is made to tamper with the system, a
temperature above 1010C (214°F), or a circuit fault. All penalty brake application will be initiated.
internal and external trainline alarms will function during the
time that the monitor is cycling. NOTE

CAR BANKING MONITORING SYSTEM For a more detailed description, refer to the EVENT
RECORDER operating information, as outlined in
The locomotive is equipped with a Car Banking Startup and Section 3 of this Manual.
Control System. By momentarily depressing the Banking Start
Push Button on the Engine Control Panel, the system is activated
through the locomotive, when the locomotive is coupled to a
consist with operational banking. The system will be activated if the
following conditions are met:

1. The Banking Cutout Switch is in the NORMAL position.

2. The banking control box, which is located behind the Engine

Control Panel, is switched ON.

3. Head End Power is being supplied to the car consist.

4. All banking systems in a car consist are functional.

5. All car doors are closed.

6. The train must be stopped.

When the system is operating, the Banking Start Push Button will
remain illuminated.

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OPERATION
INTRODUCTION
This Section of the Manual covers recommended procedures for
the operation of the F40PH-2D Locomotive. The procedures are
briefly outlined, and do not contain detailed explanations of
equipment location or function.

The information is arranged in sequence, beginning with

inspections in preparation for service, and followed by instructions
for starting the engine, handling a light locomotive, coupling to a
train, and routine operating phases. Various operating situations
and special features are also covered.
PREPARATION FOR SERVICE GROUND INSPECTION

Check the locomotive exterior and running gear for the following:

1. Leakage of fuel oil, lube oil, water, or air.

2. Loose or dragging parts.

3. Proper hose connections between units in multiple

operation.

4. Proper positioning of all angle cocks and shut-off valves.

5. Air cut into truck brake cylinders. The cutout cock valve is in
the air supply line to the brake cylinders, at underframe
level.

6. Satisfactory condition of brake shoes.

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4. Miscellaneous switches should be positioned as required.
7. Adequate supply of fuel.
5. The Headlight Control Switch should be in the proper position
8. Proper installation of control and power jumper cables for lead unit operation.
between units.
6. The Intermediate Unit Switch should be placed in the
LEAD OR SINGLE UNIT CAB INSPECTION NORMAL position.

On the lead or control unit, the various locations of the control NOTE
equipment described in Section 2 should be checked. The
equipment may then be positioned for operation, as follows: The electrical cabinet is pressurized with filtered air.
Cabinet doors must be securely closed during
FUSE AND SWITCH PANEL locomotive operation.

1. The Battery Switch should be CLOSED. OPERATOR'S CONTROL CONSOLE

2. The Ground Relay Cutout Switch should be CLOSED. Switches and operating handles on the control console should be
positioned as follows:
3. The 400 Amp Starting Fuse should be installed, and in good
condition. 1. Place the Control and Fuel Pump Switch in the ON (up)
position.
CIRCUIT BREAKER PANEL
2. Place the Engine Run Switch, and the Generator Field Switch
1. All Breakers in the black area of the Panel should be in the in the OFF (down) position.
ON position.
3. Lights, and miscellaneous switches should be positioned as
2. Other circuit breakers should be ON, as required. required.

ENGINE CONTROL PANEL 4. Move the Throttle Handle to IDLE.

1. The Isolation Switch should be turned to the START position. 5. Position the Reverser to NEUTRAL, and remove the handle.

2. The Traction Motor Cutout Switch should normally be in the 6. Insert the Automatic Brake Valve Handle, (if removed), and
MOTORS ALL IN position. place it in the SUPPRESSION position. This will nullify the
application of any safety control equipment.
3. The Blended and Dynamic Brake Cutout Switch should be in
the NORMAL (up) position.
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7. Insert the Independent Brake Valve Handle, (if removed), and

move it to the FULL APPLICATION position.

8. Place the Multiple Unit (MU-2A) Valve in the LEAD position.

Fig. 3-2 - Water Tank Level Indicating Gauge

3. Check all valves for proper positioning.

Fig. 3-1 - Air Compressor Lube Oil Gauge and Filler 4. Inspect the area for leakage of fuel oil, lubricating oil, water, or
air.
ENGINE ROOM INSPECTION
5. Make sure that the HEP Lube Oil Pump Circuit Breaker is in the
The engine can be readily inspected from within the enclosed ON position.
carbody.
6. Check the lube oil level in the HEP gear box.
1. Verify that the Air Compressor has a proper supply of lubricating
oil. ENGINE INSPECTION

2. Make certain that the water level, in the Water Tank Sight Glass, The engine should be inspected before, as well as after, starting.
is near the FULL (ENGINE DEAD) mark on the Water Level
Instruction Plate. 1. Check to see that the engine overspeed trip lever is reset.

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3. Verify that the crankcase (oil pan) pressure detector reset

button is set (pressed in). Since the engine must be running,
and the cooling system vented in order to permit latching of
the low water reset button, refer to Step 7 under "Starting The
Diesel Engine".

4. Make certain that the engine top deck, air box, and oil pan
inspection covers are in place, and are securely closed.

5. Check the sight gauge on the lube oil filter tank. If the gauge
is full, pull out oil level gauge (dipstick) from the side of the
engine oil pan. The level gauge should be coated with oil,
above the FULL mark. If the sight gauge is empty, check the
oil level in the strainer housing. This level should be up to the
overflow outlet.

STARTING THE DIESEL ENGINE

After the preceding inspections have been completed, the diesel

engine may be started. The starting controls are located at the
accessory end of the engine, in the area of the equipment rack.
NOTE
If the engine temperature is 10°C (50°F) or less, preheat
the engine prior to making a start attempt. Prelube the
engine if it has been shut down for more than 48 hours.
Refer to the Locomotive Service Manual for Prelube
Procedures.
PERFORM THE FOLLOWING:

Fig. 3-3 - Cooling System Pressure Cap 1. Ensure that all engine room, and engine inspections have
and Instruction Plate been performed.

2. Check that the governor low oil pressure trip plunger is set, 2. Ensure that all cab controls have been properly positioned for
and that sufficient oil is visible in the governor sight glass. startup.

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3. At the equipment rack in the engine room, place the Fuel CAUTION
Prime/Engine Start Switch in the FUEL PRIME position, until
fuel in the return fuel sight glass flows clear and free of After starting the engine (hot or cold), it should be allowed to
bubbles (normally 10 to 15 seconds). Idle for at least two minutes. Before the Head End Power
System Is engaged, the oil temperature should reach 49C
NOTE (120°F), which Is equivalent to a water temperature of 65C
(150°F).
In order to protect the engine from hydraulic lock during
cranking, it is equipped with a Purge Control System. 7. Within 50 seconds after engine startup, verify the position of
Therefore, the proper starting procedures must be the low water reset button. The low water detector will often
followed to ensure that this protection is operational. trip during engine startup, especially when a completely
drained system has just been filled. The detector may also
4. Pull back on the injector control lever (layshaft). Then, move trip after starting a cold engine, or one that has had the
the Fuel Prime/Engine Start Switch to the ENGINE START cooling system pressure released. The detector should be
position, and hold the Switch in this position for a maximum of reset as soon as possible, after the engine starts and is idling.
20 seconds. Otherwise, the engine will shut down after a time delay
established by the engine governor.
NOTE
The Starter Motors should not be allowed to crank the NOTE
engine for more than 20 seconds. If the engine fails to If the detector is difficult to reset after the engine has
start after 20 seconds have elapsed, the Start Motor been started, check the oil pressure. If the oil pressure
Thermal Overload Protection System will drop out the is satisfactory, position the injector control (layshaft)
starters for approximately two minutes. This will allow a lever in order to increase engine speed for a short time.
sufficient cooling period before the starters can be Then, press the reset button.
reused.
The reset button on some detectors will not latch in
5. After an initial period of low speed cranking during the purge when the engine is shut down. If such a condition exists,
cycle (approximately 6 seconds), move the injector control the detector will probably function correctly if it can be
lever to about one-third rack position (approximately 1.6 on reset after the engine is started.
the governor scale) to assist the engine start.
8. With the engine running at a normal operating temperature,
6. When the engine fires, and speed increases, release the check the following:
FP/ES Switch. Release the injector control lever when the
engine comes up to IDLE speed. Do not advance the layshaft a. The coolant level should be near the FULL (ENGINE
to increase engine speed, until a satisfactory oil pressure has RUNNING) mark on the Water Level Instruction Plate.
been confirmed.
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b. The engine lube oil level should be near the FULL mark on the 3. The Blended and Dynamic Brake Cutout Switch should be
dipstick. positioned according to railroad operating procedures for
Trailing Units.
c. The governor oil level should be satisfactory.
4. Miscellaneous switches should be positioned as required.
d. The Air Compressor lube oil level should be satisfactory.
5. The Headlight Control Switch should be in the proper position
e. The engine lube oil pressure should be normal. to correspond with the Unit position.

TRAILING OR INTERMEDIATE UNIT 6. The Intermediate Unit Switch should be in the MIDDLE UNIT
CAB INSPECTION position on an intermediate unit, and in the NORMAL position
on a trailing unit.
Switches, circuit breakers, and control equipment located in the
cab of a trailing unit should be checked for proper positioning, as NOTE
follows: The Electrical Control Cabinet is pressurized with
filtered air. Cabinet doors must be securely closed
FUSE AND SWITCH PANEL during locomotive operation.
1. All Switches should be CLOSED. OPERATOR'S CONTROL CONSOLE
2. The 400 Amp Starting Fuse should be installed, and in good Switches and operating handles on the Control Console should be
condition. positioned as follows:

CIRCUIT BREAKER PANEL 1. The Control and Fuel Pump Switch, the Generator Field
Switch, and the Engine Run Switch, must be OFF.
1. All Circuit Breakers in the black area of the Circuit Breaker Panel
should be in the ON (up) position. 2. The Throttle Handle should be moved to IDLE.

2. Other Circuit Breakers should be ON, as required. 3. The Reverser Handle should be placed in NEUTRAL, and
then removed from the controller in order to lock the other
ENGINE CONTROL PANEL handles.

1. The Isolation Switch should be placed in the START position. 4. Lights, and miscellaneous switches, should be positioned as
required.
2. The Traction Motor Cutout Switch should normally be in the
MOTORS ALL IN position. 5. The Automatic Brake Valve should be placed in the HANDLE

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OFF position, and the handle should be removed. 1. Test the Indicator Light Panels to make certain that all lights
are operational.
6. The Independent Brake Valve should be in the RELEASE
position, and the handle removed. NOTE

7. The Multiple Unit Valve should be placed in the TRAIL In order to determine if an individual lamp is working
position. properly, the Indicator Lights have a push-to-test feature
which allows testing of the lamp circuit alone. When the
8. The Cutoff Pilot Valve should be in the OUT position. lens cap is depressed, the supply voltage is applied
across the lamp circuit. After approximately one second,
STARTING TRAILING OR INTERMEDIATE UNIT DIESEL the light should illuminate.
ENGINES
2. Check for any alarms at the Indicator Light Panels, and at the
Engines in trailing or intermediate units are started in the same Annunciator Module. If alarms are evident, investigate and
manner as the engine in the lead unit. However, if control jumper remedy the situation before moving the locomotive.
cables are already connected between units, make certain that the
Engine Run, and the Control and Fuel Pump Switches in trailing or 3. Verify that the pressure in the main air reservoir is normal, at
intermediate units, are set to their OFF positions. approximately 900 to 965 kPa (130 to 140 psi).

If the train requires Head End (Auxiliary AC) Power, make sure that 4. Check for the proper application and release of air brakes.
the controls on the Head End Power Control Panel are correctly
positioned for the intended usage. Refer to Sections 2 and 3A in 5. Remove any blocking from under the locomotive wheels, and
this Manual. release the Handbrake.

PLACING UNITS ON THE LINE CAUTION

The engine water temperature should be 49°C (120°F), or
After the diesel engines have been inspected and started, units higher, before a full load is applied to the engine. If an engine
may be placed on the line as necessary, by rotating the Isolation has been Idling at ambient temperatures below -18C (0°F), any
Switch to the RUN position. It the consist is at a standstill, make increase to a full load capacity should be gradual.
certain that the Throttle handle on each unit is in the IDLE position,
prior to placing any unit on the line. HANDLING A LIGHT LOCOMOTIVE
PRECAUTIONS BEFORE MOVING THE LOCOMOTIVE When the preceding inspections and precautions have been
completed, and the engine has been started and placed “on-the-
The following points should be carefully checked, before
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line", the locomotive is handled as follows:

1. Place the Engine Run Switch, and the Generator Field

Switch, in the ON (up) position.

2. Place the Headlight, and other lights, ON as needed.

3. Insert the Reverser Handle, and move it in the direction of

travel as required, either FORWARD or REVERSE.

4. Release the Air Brakes.

5. Open the Throttle to position No. 1, 2, or 3, as needed to Fig. 3-4 - Main Reservoir Drain Location
move the locomotive at the desired speed.
ENGINE AIR BOX DRAIN
NOTE
A metal casting, which is mounted on the front end plate of the
The locomotive response to throttle movement is almost engine, connects drain pipes from each side of the air box to a
immediate. There is little delay in power buildup. common drain pipe. Pressures in opposition at the casting restrict
airflow to a permissible amount, yet allow the elimination of air box
6. The Throttle should be in IDLE, before coming to a dead stop. contaminants. The system is completely automatic, and requires
no attention by the locomotive operator.
CAUTION
COUPLING LOCOMOTIVE UNITS TOGETHER
Do not move the Reverser Handle to change the direction of
travel, UNLESS THE LOCOMOTIVE IS COMPLETELY When coupling units together for Multiple Unit operation, the
STOPPED. procedure below should be followed. Refer to Figures 3-5 and 3-6.
DRAINING AIR RESERVOIRS AND FILTERS 1. Couple and stretch the units. This will ensure that the
couplers are locked.
The main air reservoirs, and the air filter, should be drained
periodically, even though the equipment is provided with automatic 2. Perform ground, engine room, and engine inspections, as
drain valves. Follow the maintenance schedule established by the outlined in preceding instructions.
railroad.
3. Position the cab controls, as previously described.
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In order to lock the controls, remove the Reverser Handles from all
Controllers.

4. Install control cables between units.

5. Install communication cables between units, if required.

6. If Head End (Auxiliary AC) Power equipment is to be used,

install AC power cables between units.

7. Connect air brake hoses between units.

8. Open the necessary air hose cutout cocks on each unit.

1- Multiple Unit (yellow) 6- Independent Equalizing
2- Communications (blue) 7- Brake Pipe COUPLING THE LOCOMOTIVE TO A TRAIN
3- Head End Power (red) 8- Main Reservoir
4- Main Reservoir Equalizing 9- 74 Volt Receptacle
5- Actuating When coupling the locomotive to a train, use the same care and
precautions as when coupling units together. After coupling has
Fig. 3-5 - End Connections - Front of Locomotive been completed, perform the following:

1. Verify that couplers are locked by stretching the connections.

2. Make Head End (Auxiliary AC) Power connections as

required.

3. Make communications cable connections as required.

4. Connect air brake hoses.

5. To cut in the brakes, slowly open the air valve on the

locomotive and train.

1- Multiple Unit (yellow) 6- Independent Equalizing BRAKE PIPE LEAKAGE TEST

2- Communications (blue) 7- Brake Pipe
3- Head End Power (red) 8- Main Reservoir
4- Main Reservoir Equalizing 9- 74 Volt Receptacle Prior to operating the brake equipment, a leakage test must be
5- Actuating
performed. Brake pipie leakage tests should be made in
Fig. 3-6 - End Connections - Rear of Locomotive
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accordance with the railroad operating rules and governing advance the throttle one notch at a time when starting a train. Until
regulations. all slack has been removed, and the train is completely stretched, it
should be started in as low a throttle position as possible. This will
STARTING A TRAIN keep the speed of the locomotive at a minimum. In order to prevent
stretching slack too quickly, or to avoid slipping, it is sometimes
The method used in starting a train depends upon many factors. advisable to reduce the throttle a notch or two at the moment the
Some of these factors include the type, weight and length of the locomotive begins to move.
train, the amount of slack in the train, as well as the weather,
grade, and track conditions. Since these factors are variable, When ready to start the train, the following general procedure is
specific train starting instructions cannot be provided. It will be up recommended:
to the operator to use good judgment in properly applying sufficient
power to suit requirements. However, certain general 1. Place the Isolation Switch in the RUN position.
considerations that should be observed are discussed in the
paragraphs which follow. 2. Move the Reverser Handle to either FORWARD or
REVERSE, as required.
A basic characteristic of the diesel locomotive is its high starting
tractive effort. This makes it imperative that the air brakes be 3. Place the Engine Run and Generator Field Switches in the
completely released before any attempt is made to start a train. ON (up) position.
Therefore, after stopping, or otherwise applying brakes, allow
sufficient time for the brakes to be fully released, before attempting 4. Release both Automatic and Independent Air Brakes.
to start the train.
5. Open the Throttle one notch every few seconds, as follows:
The locomotive possesses sufficiently high tractive effort to enable
it to start most trains without taking slack. Therefore, the practice of a. Throttle No. 1 - Loading will stop at a specific low value.
taking slack indiscriminately should be avoided. However, there will This may be observed on the Load Indicating Meter.
be instances in which it is practical, or sometimes necessary, to The locomotive may then start the train.
take slack in starting a train. In order to prevent excessive
locomotive acceleration, which in turn could cause undue shock, NOTE
extreme care should be taken in such cases. The design of the locomotive power control system
makes it generally unnecessary to apply locomotive
Proper throttle handling is important when starting trains, since it independent brakes, or to manipulate the throttle
has a direct bearing on the power being applied. As the throttle is between Notch 1 and IDLE during starting.
advanced, a power increase occurs almost immediately. Power is
applied at a value which depends on throttle position. Therefore, it b. Throttle No. 2, 3, or higher - until the locomotive moves.
is advisable to (Experience, and the demands of the schedule, will
determine this).

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6. If acceleration is too rapid, reduce the Throttle one or more the throttle should be advanced one notch, each time the Meter
notches. pointer begins moving toward the left.

7. After the train is stretched, advance the Throttle as required. AIR BRAKING WITH POWER

NOTE NOTE
Unless the Throttle is in the IDLE position, Dynamic
By means of power reduction and sanding, the Wheel Brakes will not be automatically blended with the Air
Slip Control System reacts rapidly to correct minor slips. Brake System.
As a result, the Wheel SLIP Light seldom comes on to
indicate severe slips, which may have been caused by The method of handling the air brake equipment is left to the
operating at full throttle to climb a grade, or to discretion of the individual railroad. However, when braking with
accelerate. This Wheel Slip corrective action is often power, it must be remembered that for any given throttle position,
observed as a steady reduction of load current, below the draw bar pull rapidly increases as the train speed decreases.
that which is normally expected at full throttle for a given Unless the throttle is reduced as the train speed decreases, the
speed. Do not misinterpret this power reduction as a pull might become great enough to part the train. The pull of the
fault. It is merely the Wheel Slip Control System locomotive is indicated by the amperage on the Load Meter. By
maintaining the necessary adhesive power to overcome maintaining a steady amperage on this Ammeter during a
the existing track and grade conditions. locomotive slow-down, the operator can maintain a constant pull
on the train. This is accomplished by reducing the throttle a notch
ACCELERATING A TRAIN each time the amperage starts to increase.
After the train has been started, the throttle can be advanced as During power braking, the Independent Brakes should be kept fully
rapidly as required to accelerate the train. The speed with which released. The throttle must be in IDLE before the locomotive
the throttle is advanced would depend on demands of the comes to a stop.
schedule, as well as the type of locomotive and train involved. In
general, advancing the throttle one notch at a time will normally OPERATING OVER RAIL CROSSING
prevent slipping. When accelerating a train, the Load Indicating
Meter provides the best guide for throttle handling. By observing When operating the locomotive at speeds exceeding 40 km/h (25
this Meter, it will be noted that the pointer moves toward the right MPH), reduce the throttle to Notch 4, at least eight seconds before
(increased amperage) as the throttle is advanced. As soon as the the locomotive reaches a rail crossing. If the locomotive is
increased power is absorbed, the Meter pointer begins moving operating in the Throttle 4 position or lower, or if it is running at less
toward the left. At that time, the throttle may again be advanced. than 40 km/h (25 MPH), allow the same interval, and place the
Therefore, for maximum acceleration without slipping, and until full throttle in the next lower position. Advance the throttle after all units
power is attained in the Notch 8 position, of the consist have passed over the crossing. This procedure is
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necessary to ensure the decay of motor and generator voltage to a necessary adhesive power to overcome the existing track and
safe level, before the mechanical shock that occurs at rail grade conditions.
crossings is transmitted to the motor brushes.
Whenever possible, operation on grades should be at full throttle.
RUNNING THROUGH WATER In the event of a wheel slip condition, throttle reduction is
recommended only in the event of the following conditions:
Under no circumstances should the locomotive be operated
through water that is deep enough to touch the bottom of the 1. Repeated wheel slip conditions may cause severe lurching
traction motors. Water, any deeper than 7.5 cm (3") above the rail, that could pull a train apart. (Such severe conditions may
is likely to cause traction motor damage. Exercise every precaution indicate the need for a helper locomotive).
under such circumstances. Always proceed very slowly, and never
exceed 3 to 4 km/h (2 to 3 MPH). 2. In unusual conditions, simultaneous wheel slips may be
incurred at low speeds, or at engine stall speed. In this
WHEEL SLIP CORRECTION situation, the performance of the equipment is directly related
to the skill and judgment of the operator. Therefore, the
Instantaneous reduction of locomotive power, together with operator must determine whether to apply sand, and/or to
automatic sanding, functions to correct wheel slips. After adhesion reduce throttle.
is regained, a timed application of sand continues while power is
being smoothly restored. The system functions entirely CAUTION
automatically, and no action is required by the locomotive operator.
If the Wheel SLIP Light blinks ON and OFF persistently, or
While starting a train when rail conditions are exceptionally poor, burns continuously during locomotive operation, a pair of
an occasional flash of the Wheel SLIP Light indicates a normal wheels may be sliding, or circuit difficulty may exist. The
functioning of the Wheel Slip Control System. This may be wheels may be sliding due to a locked brake, damaged
accompanied by automatic sanding. Depending on the severity of traction motor bearings, or broken pinion or teeth gear. Due to
the slipping condition, the Wheel SLIP Light may, or may not, flash the seriousness of sliding wheels under such conditions, the
ON and OFF. However, the Wheel Slip Control System reacts so locomotive should be IMMEDIATELY STOPPED, and a
rapidly to correct minor slips that the Wheel SLIP Light seldom thorough Investigation made to determine the cause.
comes on to indicate severe slips. The wheel slip corrective action
is often observed at the Load Current Indicating Meter as a steady Repeated GROUND RELAY tripping, accompanied by unusual
reduction of load current, below that which is normally expected at noises (such as thumping or squealing), may also indicate
full throttle for a given speed. Do not misinterpret this power serious traction motor problems that should be Investigated
reduction as a fault. It is merely the Wheel Slip Control System at once.
maintaining the
Do not allow any unit, which must be Isolated due to repeated
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WHEEL SLIP or GROUND RELAY actions to remain In a At train speeds higher than the optimum, the effectiveness of
locomotive consist, UNLESS IT HAS BEEN ABSOLUTELY Dynamic Braking gradually declines as speed increases.
DETERMINED THAT ALL OF ITS WHEELS ROTATE FREELY.
To operate with Blended Dynamic Brakes, proceed as follows:
LOCOMOTIVE SPEED LIMIT
1. The Reverser Handle must be positioned in the direction of
The maximum speed, at which the locomotive can be safely locomotive movement.
operated, is determined by the gear ratio. This ratio is indicated by
the expression 58:19. The 58 indicates the number of teeth on the 2. The Throttle must be returned to IDLE.
axle gear, while the 19 represents the number of teeth on the
traction motor pinion gear. 3. Move the Automatic Brake Valve Handle to the SERVICE
position. This establishes the Blended Air and Dynamic Brake
Since the two gears are meshed together, it can be seen that for control circuits.
this particular ratio, the motor armature turns approximately three
times for a single revolution of the driving wheels. The locomotive 4. After a brief initial application of minimum braking to bunch
speed limit is determined by the maximum permissible rotation slack, normal service braking will begin.
speed of the motor armature. Exceeding this maximum could result
in serious damage to the traction motors. 5. The Independent Brake must be kept fully released whenever
the Automatic Brake is in use, or the wheels may slide. As
MIXED GEAR RATIO OPERATION locomotive speed decreases below 16 km/h (10 MPH), the
Blended Dynamic Brake becomes less effective. When the
If units of the consist have different gear ratios, do NOT operate speed further decreases, the Automatic Brake may be
the locomotive at speeds in excess of that recommended for the completely released. This is accomplished by placing the
unit having the lowest maximum permissible speed. Similarly, Automatic Brake Valve Handle in the RELEASE position, and
operation should never be slower than the minimum continuous simultaneously applying the Independent Brake to prevent
speed (or maximum motor amperage) for units having established slack from running out.
short time ratings.
The degree of brake application is controlled by the amount of
BLENDED AIR AND DYNAMIC BRAKING brake pipe reduction. This may either be determined by the
Automatic Brake Valve position within the SERVICE ZONE, or it
In many phases of locomotive operation, the automatic blending of may be maintained at a Full Service application in the
Dynamic Braking with the Air Brake System provides an extremely SUPPRESSION position. Dynamic Braking assumes the major
valuable assist in retarding train speed. With the gear ratio of portion of the braking effort, with supplemental Air Braking being
58:19, maximum Dynamic Braking strength is realized at about 43 proportionally increased at speeds above, and below, the optimum
km/h (27 MPH). dynamic braking range. Maximum dynamic braking current is

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automatically limited to 700 Amperes by a Current Limiting the braking current of the unit which has the lowest maximum
Regulator. brake current rating.
With the automatic regulation of dynamic braking strength, the Regardless of gear ratio, or the difference in maximum brake
Brake Warning Light should rarely, if ever, give an indication of current ratings, units equipped with Dynamic Brake Current
excessive braking current. Limiting Regulators can be operated in multiple with other
locomotives in dynamic braking.
NOTE
Regardless of the reading on the Load Indicating Meter, DYNAMIC BRAKE WHEEL SLIDE CONTROL
the Brake Warning Light will illuminate whenever the
unit is generating excessive dynamic braking current. If During Blended Dynamic Braking, each series group of two traction
the warning light does come ON, it should not remain motors are connected in parallel with each Dynamic Braking
ON for longer than a few seconds. Resistor Grid circuit, and with the other series connected traction
motors. With this arrangement, a sliding wheel may be corrected
If brake warning indications are repeated, the unit by other motors in the system. In effect, this makes a wheel slide
should be taken out of blended braking. This is during Blended Braking somewhat self-correcting. The parallel
accomplished by placing the Blended and Dynamic arrangement, of DB Resistor Grids and traction motors, is such
Brake Cutout Switch in the CUTOUT position. The that the full response of the Wheel Slip Control System is available
locomotive will then operate normally under power, and during Blended Dynamic Baking, as well as during power
during braking. operation. The precise and immediate regulation that is
maintained, plus the motoring effect that is created by the parallel
If excessive braking effort continues for an extended arrangement, provides for an extremely stable Blended Brake
period of time, a Blended Brake Lockout (BBL) will operation.
occur. In that case, the Blended Brake Lockout Relay
must be reset, by using the trainline Blended Brake In addition to the above, a Bridge Circuit is employed to protect
Reset control. against the possibility of simultaneous wheel slides, which may not
otherwise be detected.
When coupled to older units which may not be equipped with brake
current limiting regulators, the locomotive can still be operated in
When the system detects a pair of wheels that tend to rotate at a
Blended Dynamic Braking. If all units in a consist are of the same
slower speed, the retarding effort of the traction motors in the
gear ratio, the unit having the lowest maximum brake current rating
affected unit is reduced. In other words, traction alternator field
should be placed as the Lead Unit. The engineer can then operate
excitation is reduced in that particular unit. In this event, sand will
with an equivalent braking effort, up to the limit of the unit with the
be automatically applied to the rails. When the retarding effort of
lowest brake current rating. This can be accomplished without
the traction motors in that unit is reduced, the tendency of the
overloading the Dynamic Brake System of a trailing unit. The
wheel set to rotate at a slower speed will be overcome. After the
locomotive consist must always be operated so as not to exceed
wheel set resumes a normal rotation, the retarding effort of the

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traction motors will return; it will increase to its former value. After changing from one operating end, to the opposite end.
the wheel slide tendency is corrected, automatic sanding will
continue for 3 to 5 seconds. ON UNIT BEING CUT OUT (TRAIL)

OPERATION IN HELPER SERVICE 1. Move the Automatic Brake Valve Handle to the SERVICE
position, and make a 138 kPa (20 psi) reduction. Then, move
Basically, there is no difference in the instructions for operating the the handle to the SUPPRESSION position.
locomotive as a helper, or with a helper. In most instances, it is
desirable to get over a grade in the shortest possible time. 2. After the brake pipe exhaust stops, place the Cut-Off Pilot
Therefore, wherever possible, operation on grades should be at Valve in the OUT position.
Full Throttle. However, the throttle may be reduced where wheel
slips cause lurching that may threaten to break the train. 3. Place the Independent Brake Valve in the fully released
(BAIL) position.
ISOLATING A UNIT
4. Place the Multiple Unit (MU-2A) Valve in the TRAIL position.
If it becomes advisable to isolate a locomotive unit, observe the
following precautions: 5. Position the Automatic Brake Valve Handle in the HANDLE
OFF position.
1. When operating under power in a Multiple Unit consist, a unit
may be isolated at any time. However, discretion as to timing, 6. With the Throttle in the IDLE position, center the Reverser in
and necessity, should be used. the NEUTRAL position, and remove the Handle to lock the
Controller.
2. When operating with Blended Dynamic Braking, it is
important to first get out of Dynamic Braking, before 7. At the Console, position Light Switches as required for trailing
attempting to isolate the unit. This is accomplished by placing operation. Place all other switches in the OFF position. Be
the Blended and Dynamic Brake Cutout Switch in the absolutely certain that the CONTROL and FUEL PUMP,
CUTOUT position. To eliminate braking on the unit, the GENERATOR FIELD, and ENGINE RUN Switches are in the
Isolation Switch can then be moved to the ISOLATE position. OFF position.
If braking is resumed, other units will function normally.
8. At the Engine Control Panel, place the Headlight Control
CHANGING OPERATING ENDS Switch in the proper position for Trailing Unit operation. Place
other switches ON as needed.
When the locomotive consist includes two or more units with
operating controls, the following procedure is recommended in 9. At the Circuit Breaker Panel, all breakers in the black area
are to remain in the ON position.
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10. After completing the above operations, move to the cab of the Place the Headlight Control Switch in the proper position for Lead
new Lead Unit. Unit operation, as listed on the instruction plate.

ON UNIT BEING CUT IN (LEAD) 10. At the Control Console, place the CONTROL and FUEL PUMP,
ENGINE RUN, and GENERATOR FIELD Switches in the ON (up)
Switches and operating handles in the cab of the Lead Locomotive position. Other switches should be positioned as required.
should be positioned as follows:
STOPPING THE ENGINE
1. At the Control Console, make certain that the GENERATOR
FIELD Switch is in the OFF (down) position. There are six ways to stop the engine:

2. Insert the Reverser Handle, and leave it centered in the 1. Press the ENGINE STOP Button on the Engine Control
NEUTRAL position. Panel.

3. Place the Automatic Brake Valve Handle in the The reaction to the button is immediate. It need not be held in
SUPPRESSION position. This will nullify the application of until the engine stops.
any safety control, overspeed, or train control equipment.
2. Press the Emergency Fuel Cutoff & Engine Stop Pushbutton.
4. Insert the Independent Brake Valve Handle (if removed), and
place it in the FULL APPLICATION position. The Emergency Fuel Cutoff Pushbuttons are located near the
fuel tank filler valves, one on each side of the locomotive.
6. Turn the Cut-Off Pilot Valve to the IN position.
Either one of these pushbuttons will stop the fuel supply to
7. Place the Multiple Unit Valve in the LEAD - DEAD position. the engine. The reaction to the button is immediate. It need
not be held in until the engine stops.
8. At the Circuit Breaker Panel, verify that all circuit breakers in
the black area of the Panel are in the ON position. Other 3. Use the injector rack manual control lever (layshaft). The
circuit breakers may be placed ON as required. layshaft, at the accessory end of the engine, can be operated
to override the engine governor, and to move the injector
9. At the Engine Control Panel, check that the Isolation Switch is racks to the "no fuel" position.
in the START position, the Traction Motor Cutout Selector
Switch is in the MOTORS ALL IN position, and that 4. Rotate the low water detector test cock valve to the horizontal
miscellaneous switches are positioned as required. (TEST) position.

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When the low water detector trips, oil is dumped from the 2. Place the Multiple Unit Valve in the LEAD-DEAD position.
governor low oil shutdown device, and the engine shuts
down. 3. Rotate the Cutoff Valve to the OUT position.

5. Pull out the low oil shutdown plunger on the side of the 4. Place the Independent Brake Valve Handle in the RELEASE
governor. position.

6. Activate the M.U. ENGINE STOP Push Button. 5. Place the Automatic Brake Valve Handle in the HANDLE OFF
position.
To simultaneously stop all engines from the cab of the lead
unit, depress the Red coloured area marked "STOP" on the 6. Cut in the dead engine feature, by turning the Dead Engine
M.U. Engine Stop Pushbutton. Since this switch is trainlined, Cutout Cock Valve to the OPEN position. This cock valve is
it will stop all similarly equipped locomotives in a consist. located beneath the cab floor, and may be reached through
an access door, outside the locomotive.
LEAVING A LOCOMOTIVE UNATTENDED
7. If the engine is to remain idling, switches should be
If at any time it becomes necessary to leave the locomotive positioned as follows:
unattended while the engine is running, perform the following
procedure: a. The Isolation Switch should be in the START position.

1. Observe all railroad safety precautions. b. The Battery Switch, and the Ground Relay Cutout
Switch, should be CLOSED.
2. Place the ENGINE RUN, and GENERATOR FIELD Switches
in the OFF position. c. The Generator Field Circuit Breaker should be OFF.

3. Place the Throttle in IDLE, and remove the Reverser Handle d. All other Breakers in the black area of the Circuit
from the Controller. Breaker Panel should be placed in the ON position.

TOWING THE LOCOMOTIVE IN A LOCOMOTIVE CONSIST e. The Starting Fuse should be removed.

When a locomotive unit equipped with 26LU-L air brakes is placed f. The Control and Fuel Pump Switch should be ON.
within a train consist to be towed, control and air brake equipment
should be set as follows: g. The Fuel Pump Circuit Breaker should be ON.

1. Unless the engine is to remain idling, drain all air from the h. With the Throttle in IDLE, the Reverser
main reservoirs and air brake equipment.
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Handle should be removed from the Controller to lock the After the system pressure has been released, the water tank filler
controls. cap may be removed. This will facilitate drainage at an increased
rate.
i. Unless the unit is being used to provide hotel power to
the passenger cars, the Head End Power Mode Switch CAUTION
should be placed in the OFF position. If a hot engine has been drained, allow sufficient time for the
engine to cool down, before refilling the system with water.
8. If the locomotive is to be towed dead in a consist, the
switches should be positioned as follows: CONTINUED OPERATION FROM THE CAB OF A FAILED
LEAD UNIT
a. The Battery Switch should be OPEN.
If the Lead Unit in a consist should fail due to an engine shutdown
b. All circuit breakers should be OFF. or electrical malfunction, the cab heater, cab lights, and windshield
defrosters can be kept operating, by using the 74 VDC power from
c. All control switches should be OFF. the Trailing Unit.

d. The Starting Fuse should be removed. In this event, carry out the following step-by-step procedure:

e. With the Throttle in IDLE, the Reverser Handle should 1. Stop the train, and set the brakes.
be removed from the Controller.
2. On the (shut-down) Lead Unit:
FREEZING WEATHER PRECAUTIONS
a. If temperatures are below 0°C (32°F), drain the engine
As long as the diesel engine is running, the cooling system will be cooling water.
kept adequately warm, regardless of ambient temperatures. It is
only when the engine is shut down, or stops for any reason, that b. Open the Battery Knife Switch.
the cooling system requires protection against freezing. The proper
procedures for draining the system are listed on the Cooling c. Open the FP AND CONT Switch.
System Drain Instruction Plate, which is mounted on the back wall
of the cab. d. Open the STEAM GEN T/L, HOTPLATE, HEP LUBE
OIL, HEAD END CONTROL, AUX. GEN. FLD, and
DRAINING THE COOLING SYSTEM FUEL PUMP Circuit Breakers.

In the event that the diesel engine is stopped, and a danger of e. Remove the Starting Fuse. Hang DO NOT START
freezing exists, the engine cooling system should be drained. ENGINE warning tags at the Engine Start Station, and
on the Engine Control Panel.
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f. Open the D18A (CA5A) field circuit. CAUTION

3. On the (operating) Trailing Unit: During Blended Braking, there will be no Dynamic Braking
effort provided by the Lead Unit. Therefore, there will be no
Open the CAB HEATER, CAB HTR FAN CONT, HOTPLATE, Indication of braking current on the Ammeter. The Trailing
HEATED WINDSHIELD, and STEAM GEN T/L Circuit Breakers. Units will provide normal Blended Braking.

4. Connect the Steam Generator jumper cable (74 VDC),

between the Lead and Trailing Units.

5. On the Trailing Unit:

a. Close the STEAM GEN T/L Circuit Breaker.

b. Close the FP AND CONT Switch.

c. Make certain that the Isolation Switch is in the RUN

position.

6. On the (shut-down) Lead Unit:

a. Close the STEAM GEN. T/L Circuit Breaker.

b. Place the Isolation Switch in the ISOLATE position.

c. Ensure that the GEN. FLD, and ENG. RUN Switches

are in the ON position.

d. With the aid of the blocking device provided, latch the

Radio Control Switch in the ON position.

CAUTION

The cab heater must not be operated above the LOW position.

7. Resume train operations from the shut down Lead Unit.

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PASSENGER TRAIN OPERATION GUIDE

BLENDED BRAKING PROCEDURES

Blended Braking refers to the combination of Air and Dynamic

Braking, which is initiated by an automatic service brake
application. The overall function of this system, which is controlled
by the Dynamic Air Module, DA16, is to maintain a uniform braking
rate. It accomplishes this by simultaneously "blending" together the
Dynamic and Air Brake systems, whenever the train brakes are
applied with the Automatic Brake Valve. If Dynamic Braking is
inoperative, Blended Braking will not operate. However, normal air
braking functions will continue to operate.

Blended Braking will result from an automatic service brake

application, provided that:

1. Dynamic Braking is operative.

2. The Throttle is in the IDLE position, (except during a penalty

brake application).

3. The Locomotive speed is greater than 8 km/h (5 MPH).

If all of the above conditions are met, Blended Braking will result on
units so equipped, whether or not the lead unit is so equipped, and
regardless of the locomotive position in the consist.

An Emergency brake application will result in a brake cylinder

pressure of approximately 634 kPa (92 psi). As a result, Dynamic
Braking would be nullified.

Should a wheel slip occur during the Blended Brake operation, the
Dynamic Brake will unload for the duration of the slip.

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BLENDED BRAKE OPERATION Blended Brake operation, Blended Braking will cease, and
normal locomotive air braking will result.
1. The engineer controls the degree of brake application by the
position of the Automatic Brake Valve Handle in the service 5. When an Automatic Brake application is in effect with the
zone. The equalizing reservoir, and brake pipe gauges Throttle in RUN 1 to 8, and if the Throttle is moved to IDLE,
indicate the degree of brake application. Blended Braking will result.

To the engineer applying a full service Blended Brake 6. During any Emergency Brake application, the brake cylinder
application, the apparent difference (as compared to normal pressure will be approximately 634 kPa (92 psi).
air braking) would be indicated as follows:
7. The Blended Dynamic Braking System is such that the
Speed Range: Brake Cylinder Pressure: retardation rate on the locomotive is the same as a normal
18-143 km/h automatic air brake application.
(11 - 89 MPH) Initial 412 kPa (60 psi), then
decreasing in proportion to 8. An Independent Brake application does not result in Blending
dynamic brake build up. Braking.
8 - 18 km/h
(0-11 MPH) 412 kPa (60 psi) since there is 9. If a traction motor is cut out, Dynamic Braking would be cut
virtually no dynamic brake out. Therefore, Blended Braking would also be nullified.

Note that at approximately 61 km/h (38 MPH), the Dynamic Brake BLENDED BRAKE LOCKOUT PROTECTION
effort is at Maximum.
A protective device will "lock out" Blended Braking should the
2. If a Blended Brake application is in effect, and the braking become abnormally high, or abnormally low. This lock out
Independent Brake is applied, normal or greater than normal condition will be indicated by the following:
independent brake cylinder pressures will develop. This will
occur, regardless of the degree of Dynamic Braking as a 1. The BBL Relay will pick up.
result of Blended Braking.
2. Dynamic Braking will be cut out. This will result in normal Air
3. If the Independent Brake Valve is depressed to the QUICK Braking on the locomotive.
RELEASE position during the Blended Brake operation,
Blended Braking will be released. 3. The trainlined alarm bell will ring throughout the consist.

4. If the Throttle is moved out of the IDLE position during the 4. The BLENDED BRAKE L.O. Light will be illuminated on the
Engine Control Panel of the affected unit.
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To correct this condition, proceed as follows: is not applied, proceed as follows:

1. Reset the BBL Relay on the affected unit, by depressing the 1. Slowly reduce the Throttle to IDLE.
RESET Button. The BLENDED BRAKE L.O. Light will
extinguish. 2. While preventing brake cylinder pressure from developing on
the locomotive consist, make a minimum brake pipe
2. If the BBL Relay trips repeatedly, use the Blended and reduction.
Dynamic Brake Cutout Switch on the Engine Control Panel to
cut out Dynamic Braking. After the Dynamic Brake has been 3. While preventing brake cylinder pressure from developing on
cut out, the alarm bell will turn off. However, the BLENDED the locomotive consist, additional reductions may be made to
BRAKE L.O. Light will remain ON, until the BBL Relay is stop the train at the selected stopping point.
reset.
4. As soon as the train stops, apply the Independent Brake.
USE OF BLENDED BRAKING
If the minimum reduction is made soon enough, the stop should
In the event of a malfunction in the Blended Brake System, train not require more than a 69 - 83 kPa (10 - 12 psi) total reduction.
handling must be planned so that the stopping distance of the
standard automatic air brake system is sufficient to stop the train at If the train is exceptionally long, and if conditions warrant, the
a pre-selected point. engineer may find it advantageous to leave the Throttle in position
1 or 2, until the brake application becomes effective on the train.
BRAKING FOR SLOWDOWNS
HIGH SPEED STOPPING
1. To obtain Blended Braking, gradually reduce the Throttle to
IDLE. The "one application and graduated release" method should be
used when braking is initiated at speeds of 32 km/h (20 MPH), and
2. After a minimum 10 second pause, make a slight brake pipe above. To allow a gradual release of the brakes, braking should be
reduction. Do not Bail-off the Independent Brake Valve during started sufficiently in advance of the selected stopping point.
this, or any subsequent brake pipe reduction.
1. To obtain Blended Braking, gradually reduce the Throttle to
3. Make additional brake pipe reductions as needed, normally in IDLE.
increments of 21 - 35 kPa (3 - 5 psi), until the necessary
retarding force is obtained. 2. After a 10 second pause, make a minimum brake pipe
reduction. Do not Bail-off the Independent Brake Valve during
LOW SPEED STOPPING this, or any subsequent reduction.
When it becomes necessary to initiate a brake application from
speeds below 32 km/h (20 MPH), and if automatic Blended Braking
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3. Make additional brake pipe reductions as needed, normally in near the device. If any attempt is made to tamper with the system,
21 - 35 kPa (3 - 5 psi) increments, until the necessary a penalty brake application will be initiated.
retarding force is obtained.
The system is enabled when the brake cylinder pressure is less
5. When nearing the stopping point, graduate the brakes. As a than 103.4 kPa (15 psi), i.e. as soon as the locomotive brakes are
result, the stop will be made with low brake cylinder pressure; released. The system will also be enabled when the locomotive
the lower the brake cylinder pressure at the completion of the speed is above 0.8 km/h (0.5 MPH), or, when the Reverser is
stop - the smoother the stop. moved from the NEUTRAL position.

6. Apply the Independent Brake as soon as the train stops. The Reset and Sensing Control System is an integral function of
the Event Recorder. It consists of an electronic timer, which if not
EMERGENCY BRAKE APPLICATIONS reset within a certain time period, will cause a penalty brake
application.
1. In the event of an emergency situation, quickly move the
Automatic Brake Valve Handle to the EMERGENCY position, If the operator does not reset the Timing Cycle within a
and leave it there until the train stops. predetermined interval, the system will give a visual and audible
warning. The duration of the Timing Cycle, which varies inversely
2. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REGULATE LOCOMOTIVE BRAKE with the locomotive speed, is as follows:
CYLINDER PRESSURE.
From 0 to approximately 3 km/h (2 MPH), the Timing Cycle will
3. Place the Throttle in IDLE. be 20 seconds, plus a 20 second Alarm Cycle. This amounts to
a total of 40 seconds before a penalty brake application is
4. Sanding should start immediately, and should continue until initiated.
the train stops.
From 3 to 13 km/h (2 to 8 MPH), the initial Timing Cycle will be
EVENT RECORDER/CREW ALERTNESS SYSTEM 20 seconds. However, if one reset is initiated during that
(Road Numbers 6430 - 6458) period, the Timing Cycle will automatically increase to
approximately 150 seconds.
As required by law, the locomotive is equipped with a combined
Crew Alertness and Event Recorder System. Power for the device Above 13 km/h (8 MPH), the Timing Cycles will decrease at
is supplied by way of the ER/SP IND Circuit Breaker. The status of higher locomotive speeds. In other words, at 32 km/h (20
the system is indicated by Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs), located MPH), the Timing Cycle would be 104 seconds; at 48 km/h (30
MPH), it would be 88 seconds; and at 97 km/h (60 MPH), the
Timing Cycle would decrease to 60 seconds. Refer to the
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SPEED TIME ALLOWANCE

Km/hour MPH Seconds start at a very low intensity, and will build to a high intensity at the
0 0 20 end of the Alarm Cycle (approximately 20 seconds).
3.2 2 20
16.1 10 127 At the end of the warning period (Alarm Cycle) the overspeed
32.2 20 104 whistle will sound, during which time the operator may still avoid a
48.3 30 88 penalty brake application by immediately placing the Automatic
64.4 40 70 Brake Valve Handle in the SUPPRESSION position.
80.5 50 62
96.5 60 60 If the system is not reset by the end of the Alarm Cycle, the
112.6 70 55 Overspeed Relay will deenergize, a penalty brake application will
128.7 80 50 occur, and engine speed will be reduced to IDLE.
144.8 90 46
To recover from a penalty brake application, allow 30 seconds for
In order to prevent a penalty brake application, the Timing Cycle the system to reset. Then, place the Automatic Brake Valve Handle
may be reset by initiating, or completing, any one of the following in the SUPPRESSION position.
actions:
The Event Recorder/Crew Alertness System will be automatically
1. Activation of the Alertness Manual Reset Push Button. disabled when the locomotive is stationary, the brake applied
2. Activation of the Alertness Reset Foot Pedal. (brake cylinder pressure greater than 15 psi), and the Reverser
3. A change in Throttle position. Handle centered in the NEUTRAL Position. The system will also be
4. A setup of the Dynamic Brake System (ON or OFF). disabled on a locomotive that is set up as a Trailing Unit. The
5. A minimum change of 41.4 kPa (6 psi) in Brake Pipe system accomplishes this by detecting an equalizing reservoir
Pressure within a 2 second period. pressure that is below 103.4 kPa (15 psi).
6. Independent Brake Bail (sensed by a 15 psi pressure switch
in the actuating pipe). In order to avoid disabling the locomotive in the event of a system
7. Activation of the Horn (sensed by a 15 psi pressure switch). malfunction, the Event Recorder is equipped with backup circuits
8. Activation of the Bell (sensed by a 15 psi pressure switch). and an Override Switch.
9. Operation of the Manual Sanding Switch.
10. A change in the Front Headlight Control Switch (switching When the Override Switch is placed in the OVERRIDE position, the
between DIM and BRIGHT). R.S.C. OVERRIDE Light on the Locomotive Warning Panel, as
well as the OVERRIDE Light on the Crew Alert Panel, will come
At the end of the Timing Cycle, an Alarm Cycle will be triggered. ON.
The alarm signal consists of flashing ALARM Lights on the Crew
Alert Panel, as well as an audible alarm. The audible alarm will Should a circuit failure occur, the SYSTEM DEFECT Light on the
Crew Alert Panel will illuminate.
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CAUTION reservoir is below 103.4 kPa (15 psi).

Any attempt to defeat the Crew Alertness System, by If the operator does not reset the Timing Cycle within a
disconnecting the power supply or the input cables, will result predetermined interval, the system will give a visual and audible
in a penalty brake application. This penalty cannot be reset warning. If the system is not reset by the end of the warning period,
until the system is returned to normal. Disconnecting a signal the overspeed system will initiate a penalty brake application, and
cable from the axle generator will not allow the engine speed will be reduced to IDLE.
microprocessor to function properly, and the allowance time
will remain at 20 seconds. Disconnecting the alarm system The duration of the Timing Cycle, which varies inversely with the
will prevent the engineer from knowing when to reset the crew locomotive speed, is as follows:
alert, and will eventually result in a
penalty brake application. From 0, to approximately 3 km/h (2 MPH), the Timing Cycle will be
20 seconds plus a 20 second Alarm Cycle, for a total of 40
EVENT RECORDER/RSC SYSTEM seconds before a penalty brake application is initiated.
(Road Numbers 6400 - 6429)
From 3 to 13 km/h (2 to 8 MPH), the initial Timing Cycle will be 20
The Event Recorder/RSC System on Road Numbers 6400 to 6429 seconds. However, if one reset is initiated during that period, the
is similar to the equipment used on Locomotive Units 6430 to Timing Cycle will automatically increase to approximately 150
6458. One difference is that an Alarm Control Panel is used seconds.
instead of the Crew Alert Panel. However, the function of the
system is the same. The microprocessor-controlled Event Above 13 km/h (8 MPH), the Timing Cycles will decrease at higher
Recorder/RSC System is designed to detect the operation of locomotive speeds. In other words, at 32 km/h (20 MPH), the
locomotive controls as they are manipulated by the engineer, and Timing Cycle would be 104 seconds; at 48 km/h (30 MPH), it would
thus to prove crew alertness. be 88 seconds; and at 97 km/h (60 MPH), the Timing Cycle would
decrease to 60 seconds.
The system is enabled as soon as the locomotive brakes are
released, or, when the locomotive speed is above 0.8 km/h (0.5 In order to prevent a penalty brake application, the Timing Cycle
MPH), or, when the Reverser is moved into either the FORWARD may be reset by any one of the following actions:
or REVERSE position.
1. Activation of the RSC manual reset.
The Event Recorder/RSC system will be automatically deactivated 2. Activation of the RSC foot reset.
if all of the following three conditions are met: The locomotive 3. A change in Throttle position.
speed is less that 0.8 km/h (0.5 MPH), and, the brake cylinder 4. A Dynamic Brake Setup (ON or OFF).
pressure is greater than 103.4 kPa (15 psi)(brake applied), and, 5. A minimum change of 41.4 kPa (6 psi) in Brake Pipe
the Reverser Handle is centered in the NEUTRAL Position. The Pressure within a 2 second period.
system will also be disabled on a locomotive that is set up in the
Trailing mode, by detecting that the pressure in the equalizing
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6. Independent Brake Bail (sensed by a 15 psi pressure switch). OPERATION OF THE HEAD END
7. Activation of the Horn (sensed by a 15 psi pressure switch).
8. Activation of the Bell (sensed by a 15 psi pressure switch). POWER SYSTEM
9. Operation of the Manual Sanding Switch.
Although detailed descriptions of the HEP Controls were given in
10. A change in the Front Headlight Control Switch.
the preceding sections, Section 3A provides specific instructions
for the actual operation of the Head End Power System. These
At the end of the Timing Cycle, the Alarm Cycle will be triggered for
instructions assume that the diesel engine is running at the normal
an additional 20 seconds. The alarm signal consists of two flashing
IDLE speed.
lights on the Alarm Control Panel, plus an audible alarm. The
pulsed audible alarm will start to sound at a very low intensity, and TRAIN CONNECTIONS FOR
will build to a high intensity at the end of the Alarm Cycle. At any
time during this alarm period, the engineer can still reset the AUXILIARY AC POWER
allowance time by activating one of the reset functions. As illustrated in Figure 3A-1, locomotives could be coupled in a
consist according to any of the five following configurations:
At the end of the warning period, the overspeed whistle will sound.
During this time, the operator may still avoid a penalty brake
application by immediately placing the Automatic Brake Valve
Handle in SUPPRESSION.

To avoid disabling the locomotive in the event of a system

malfunction, the RSC system is equipped with backup circuits and
a Manual Override. When activated, the R.S.C OVERRIDE Light
will be ON at the Locomotive Warning Panel.

Should a circuit failure occur, the Red coloured DEFECTIVE Light

on the Alarm Control Panel will illuminate.

CAUTION

Any attempt to tamper with the system, will result In a penalty

brake appllcation.

Fig. 3A-1 - Auxiliary AC Power Train Connections

In a single unit consist, the trainline AC power jumpers must be

connected on both the right, and left sides of the train.

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When more than one locomotive is coupled in a consist, the normal ON THE H.E.P. MONITOR PANEL
procedure is to connect the AC power cables in such a way that
two units provide the required AC power to the cars, (each unit a. The 480 VAC Control, and Alternator Transfer Motor Circuit
provides power to half of the cars). The AC power of one unit is Breakers must be CLOSED.
connected to one side of the train, but, is isolated from the other b. The Frequency and Voltage Instantaneous Thermal Overload
units. In the same way, the AC power of the second unit is Reset Button, the CB-HE Overvoltage Circuit Breaker Reset
connected to the other side of the train, and is isolated from the Button, and the Ground Fault Reset Button should be in the
other units. NORMAL position.
If a third unit is used in the consist, the AC power of that unit ON THE CIRCUIT BREAKER PANEL
should not be connected.
On the last car being supplied with AC power, the set of The appropriate H.E.P. Distribution Circuit Breakers (TSLF, TSLR,
receptacles on the side being supplied must be jumpered. This TSRF, and/or TSRR) should be CLOSED, as required.
serves to close the trainline loop.
ON THE FUSE AND SWITCH PANEL
NOTE
All necessary Circuit Breakers should be CLOSED.
In trail position, the F40PH-2D locomotive can be
connected with the cab leading or trailing. ON THE ENGINE CONTROL PANEL
If two units are used in trail position, the leading train
unit must be an F40PH-2D locomotive. Place the Isolation Switch in the ISOLATE position.

AC POWER TRAINLINE SET-UP ON THE HEAD END POWER CONTROL PANEL

a. Position the Head End Power Mode Switch to IDLE.
WARNING
Before applying or removing any AC power cables, press the CAUTION
STOP Button on the Head End Power Control Panel. This will Before the Trainline Setup Switch Is moved from one position
ensure that the AC power circuits are OPEN. In this case, the to another, the Head End Power Mode Switch must be in the
HEP BREAKER OPEN Light on the Warning Panel should be IDLE position, and there must not be any hotel power on the
ON. trainline.

1. Verify that all AC power jumpers are in place throughout the b. Push the Enable Switch, and rotate the Trainline Setup
train. Switch to whichever position corresponds to the
configuration of the Head End Power connections
2. Ensure that the following equipment is properly positioned for (Figure 3A-2).
operation:
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Once the trainline network has been set up, the Head End Power
Mode Switch may be rotated to the appropriate selection, as
follows:

1. If the unit is not required to provide Head End Power, position

the Head End Power Mode Switch to IDLE.
2. If the unit is to provide Head End Power, as well as Traction
Power, place the Head End Power Mode Switch in the RUN
position.

3. If the unit is to provide Head End Power, but not Traction

Power (the locomotive at a standstill), rotate the Head End
Power Mode Switch to the STANDBY position.

READY Indicating Light

When illuminated, the HEP READY Light indicates that the

following preliminary conditions for Head End Power have been
met:

1. The Diesel Engine is running, and the output of the Excitation

Alternator is sufficient to supply the necessary power.

2. There is no AC voltage on the Head End Power trainlined

circuit.

3. The AC Contactor is OPEN. As a result of this, the AUX.

POWER C.B. Light is OFF.
Fig. 3A-2 - Trainline Set-Up Switch
4. The Head End Power Mode Switch is in the RUN or
HEAD END POWER CONTROL PANEL STANDBY position.

CAUTION HEAD END POWER START SEQUENCE

Before the position of the Head End Power Mode Switch Is
changed, the Isolation Switch on the Engine Control Panel When the trainline circuit has been properly set up, and the Head
must be In ISOLATE. End Power Mode has been selected, both the

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READY and the AUX. POWER T.L. Lights should be ON, and the NOTE
TRAINLINE INCOMPLETE Light on the Warning Panel should be
OFF. Certain operating conditions could occur where the
AUX. POWER C.B. Light will go OFF, and the
Once the Head End Power START Switch is depressed, the TRAINLINE INCOMPLETE and READY Lights will come
engagement and operation of the Head End Power System is ON. This indicates that something has disturbed the
completely automatic. The following sequence should then be output circuit of the AC Contactor, thereby causing the
observed: Contactor to OPEN. The disturbance could be due to a
disconnected Head End Power jumper cable, a system
1. Engine speed will increase to 893 RPM in the RUN mode, or overload, etc. By pushing the Head End Power STOP
to 720 RPM in the STANDBY mode. button, the operator can completely disable the Head
End Power System. In this case, the READY light will go
2. As the alternator reaches the correct frequency, the AC OFF.
Contactor will close, the READY Light will go OFF, and AC HEAD END POWER RESTORE SEQUENCE
power will then be supplied to the trainline. The AUX.
POWER C.B. Light will illuminate to indicate this condition. To protect HEP equipment from electrical transients, the system
has several built in time delays. Any trainline interruption requires a
3. The HEP VOLTS NORM. Light will come ON. minimum 5 second time delay, before Head End Power can be
restored. This is provided that the trainline fault has been
4. The VOLTS, AMPS, and HERTZ Meters, on the HEP Monitor corrected.
Panel, should indicate the correct readings.
When continuity of the trainline AC power has been restored, the
HEAD END POWER INTERRUPT SEQUENCE system must be restarted, as previously described under "Head
End Power Start Sequence".
If the Head End Power trainline is interrupted for any reason, the
HEAD END POWER SHUTDOWN
following sequence will take place:
The Head End Power System can be shut down by any one of the
1. The AUX. POWER T.L., and AUX. POWER C.B. Lights will following:
go OFF.
1. Depressing the Head End Power STOP Pushbutton on the
2. The TRAINLINE INCOMPLETE, and READY Lights will come HEP Control Panel.
ON.
2. Pushing any one of the Emergency Fuel Cutoff Buttons.
3. Engine speed will change, and will correspond to the position
of the throttle handle before the Head End Power System 3. Activating the MU Engine STOP Pushbutton on any unit in a
was engaged. consist.

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HEAD END POWER-MODE TRANSITIONS 1. The AC contactor will OPEN. The AUX. POWER C.B. Light
will go OFF, and the READY and TRAINLINE INCOMPLETE
Lights will come ON.
RUN TO STANDBY
2. The engine speed will increase to 893 RPM.
CAUTION
3. As the Head End Alternator voltage builds up, the Traction
Before changing the Head End Power Mode Switch from RUN Alternator voltage will decay.
to the STANDBY mode, the locomotive Isolation Switch on the
Engine Control Panel must be in the ISOLATE position, and 4. In approximately 5 seconds, the AC contactor will CLOSE,
the Reverser Handle should be centered. the READY and TRAINLINE INCOMPLETE Lights will go
OFF, and the AUX. POWER C.B. Light will illuminate.
Moving the Head End Power Mode Switch from RUN to STANDBY
initiates the following sequence: 5. The Ammeter will indicate Amperage according to load, the
Voltmeter will indicate about 480 Volts AC, and the
1. The AC Contactor will OPEN. The AUX. POWER C.B. Light Frequency Meter will indicate 60 Hz (at 1800 RPM).
will be extinguished, and the READY and TRAINLINE
INCOMPLETE lights will come ON. NOTE
2. Engine speed will decrease to 720 RPM, and there will be a It requires at least 10 seconds before Traction Power
decay in the Head End Alternator voltage. operation can be restored.
3. The AC voltage of the Traction Alternator will increase.

4. In not less than 5 seconds, the AC contactor will CLOSE, the

READY and TRAINLINE INCOMPLETE Lights will go OFF,
and the AUX. POWER C.B. Light will illuminate.

5. The Ammeter will indicate Amperage according to load, the

Voltmeter will indicate about 480 Volts AC, and the
Frequency Meter will indicate 60 Hz (at 1800 RPM).

STANDBY TO RUN

Moving the Head End Power Mode Switch from STANDBY to RUN
initiates the following sequence:

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TROUBLESHOOTING
INTRODUCTION
This section covers operational problems that may occur on the
road, as well as the suggested actions that should be taken by the
operator in response to the trouble.

In the event of faulty operation of any component, safety devices

will automatically protect equipment. In general, this protection is
obtained by one of the following methods:

1. The complete shutdown of the diesel engine, or complete

elimination of a function, (such as blended dynamic braking).

2. Unloading of the diesel engine, and restriction of the engine

to IDLE speed. In some instances, manual resetting of the
function may be necessary, or automatic resetting after a time
delay may be provided.

3. Rough back-up regulation for protection of equipment.

NOTE

When in doubt concerning certain alarm conditions, the

applicable Indicator Lights should be tested.

In order to determine if a lamp is working properly in its

socket, the Indicator Lights have a push-to-test feature.
This allows testing of the lamp circuit alone. When the
lens cap is depressed, the supply voltage is applied
across the lamp circuit. After approximately one second,
the light should illuminate.

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Lead unit HOT ENGINE light ON. Audible Temporary operating condition. No action is necessary, unless the alarm
alarm ON. Engine running, but engine speed persists. If the alarm continues for more than a
and power reduced. (If the Head End Power few minutes, make certain that the shutters are
System is engaged, engine power will be open, and that the radiator blower motors
reduced, but not the engine speed.) (cooling fans) are operating. Also, check for a
proper coolant level.

Low coolant level. If the coolant level is low, or if there are coolant
leaks, the unit should be shut down. The
cooling system should be filled to the proper
level before restarting the engine.

NOTE
If it becomes necessary to shut down the
engine in freezing weather, the cooling system
should be drained, or otherwise protected
against freezing.

Shutters not operating properly. If the shutters are closed, the Cutout Cock
Valve in the air line to MVSH, located at
the equipment rack, may be incorrectly set
to the CLOSED position. This valve should
be in the OPEN position. If the shutters fail
to open, the unit should be shut down.

Radiator blower motors not operating. If the radiator blower motors are not operating,
the 200 Ampere fuses, located in the Head End
Power Control Cabinet, may be OPEN. The
unit must be shutdown before replacing the
fuses. If the blower motors do not operate, the
unit should be shut down.

Lead unit GROUND FAULT Light ON. Alarm Lead unit Ground Relay operation. Because the unit is equipped with an automatic
ON. Ground Relay Reset, the GR will automatically
reset within 10 seconds, unless the total
number of Ground Relay operations is
excessive.
 CONDITION PROBABLE CAUSE SUGGESTED OPERATOR'S RESPONSE

If Ground Relay operation is caused by a traction

motor flashover, or by weakened
traction motor insulation, it may be possible to
continue operation of the unit by cutting out the
defective traction motor. Traction motors are cut out
individually. Control circuits will automatically reduce
power on a unit that has a traction motor cut out.

If more than three Ground Relay operations occur

within any consecutive 30 minute period, or if the
automatic Ground Relay Reset device locks out, the
unit should be isolated and shut down. In the event
of a lockout, the Ground Relay can be reset with the
GROUND FAULT
LOCKOUT RESET Switch on the Fuse and Switch
Panel. Follow railroad regulations concerning reset
of the lockout device.

Full engine speed and power not obtainable. Plugged engine air filters. Operation may continue. However, engine speed
and power will be restricted at upper throttle
positions. The condition should be reported at the
first maintenance point.

Lead unit NO POWER/CHRG. Light ON. Alarm No D18A (CA5A) Alternator output voltage. If the unit shuts down, check the 10 Amp AUX.
ON. Engine at IDLE speed, or shut down. GEN. FIELD Circuit Breaker and the 325 Amp
AUXILIARY GENERATOR Circuit Breaker. Also,
check the engine overspeed trip lever. Reset the
Circuit Breakers, or the engine overspeed trip lever,
and restart the engine. If the overspeed trip lever or
the Circuit Breakers trip again, the unit should be
isolated and shut down. If the unit remains at IDLE
speed, check the 15 Amp AC CONTROL Circuit
Breaker.

If the above Circuit Breakers are not OPEN, and the

engine overspeed trip lever is set, the unit should be
isolated and shut down.
 CONDITION PROBABLE CAUSE SUGGESTED OPERATOR'S RESPONSE

Lead unit GOVERNOR SHUTDOWN Light ON. Low lube oil pressure. Hot engine oil. If both the HOT ENGINE and the GOVERNOR
Alarm ON. Engine shut down. crankcase overpressure. Low water detector SHUTDOWN Lights are ON, the unit should be
button tripped. isolated. Do not attempt to restart the engine.
Report engine shutdown to authorized
maintenance personnel.

If the crankcase pressure detector button is set,

but the low water detector button and the
governor low oil plunger are tripped, check the
following items:
1. Cooling water level satisfactory.
2. Cooling water temperature satisfactory.
3. No visible oil leaks or water leaks.
4. Governor oil level satisfactory.
5. Crankcase oil level satisfactory.

If all of the above items are normal, reset the

low water detector button and the governor low
oil shutdown plunger. The engine may then be
restarted, and placed on line. If the
GOVERNOR SHUTDOWN Light comes on
again, the unit should be isolated and shut
down.

Hot oil or low governor oil. If the low water detector button and the
crankcase pressure detector button are set, but
the governor low oil plunger is tripped, do not
attempt to restart the engine. Isolate the unit,
and notify authorized maintenance personnel.

Crankcase pressure detector tripped. WARNING

If the crankcase pressure detector has
tripped, make no further engine room
inspections. Do not attempt to restart the
engine. Isolate the unit. If freezing
conditions are possible, drain the cooling
system, or otherwise protect the system
from freezing.
 CONDITION PROBABLE CAUSE SUGGESTED OPERATOR'S RESPONSE

Intermittent Wheel SLIP Light indications. Normal wheel slip correction under severe No action required. Do not reduce the Throttle,
conditions. unless slipping is so severe that it threatens to
break the train.

Excessive SLIP Light indications. Locked sliding wheels. Make certain that all wheels on the locomotive
rotate freely. Do not operate a locomotive
unless all wheels rotate freely.

TURBO PUMP Light ON. Normal condition for 35 minutes after engine No action necessary.
start or stop.

TURBO PUMP Light fails to come on at engine Tripped TURBO Circuit Breaker. Reset the TURBO Circuit Breaker. If the
start or stop. TURBO PUMP Light still does not come ON,
notify authorized maintenance personnel. In
this case, the Soakback System Failure Light
should be ON at the FP/ES Switch.

PCS OPEN Light ON. Penalty brake application. NOTE

Observe railroad regulations after any penalty
or emergency brake application.

To regain power and to release the brakes,

place the Throttle in IDLE. Move the Automatic
Brake Valve Handle, first to the
SUPPRESSION position, and then to the
RELEASE position.

Emergency brake application. Move the Throttle to IDLE. Move the Automatic
Brake Valve Handle to the EMERGENCY
position and wait 45 seconds. Then, move the
Automatic Brake Valve Handle to the
RELEASE position.
Engine will not crank.
Circuit breakers, or switches, not their proper Refer to Section 3 for Engine Starting
positions. Procedures.

Starting Fuse defective. Check, and replace the Fuse if necessary.

 CONDITION PROBABLE CAUSE SUGGESTED OPERATOR'S RESPONSE

Starter Motor Thermal Overload. No action required. The time delay will
automatically hold out the starter motors for a 2
minute cooling period.

Turbo Pump Failure. Refer to the TURBO PUMP Light indication in

this section.

BRAKE WARN Light. Regulating system failure. On the Engine Control Panel of the affected
unit, place the Blended and Dynamic Brake
Cutout Switch in the CUTOUT position.

Audible alarm sounding. No alarm lights on in Trailing unit HOT ENGINE. Refer to lead unit HOT ENGINE.
lead unit.

Trailing unit, low water detector button tripped. Refer to lead unit GOVERNOR SHUTDOWN.

Trailing unit, hot oil or low governor oil. Refer to lead unit GOVERNOR SHUTDOWN.

Trailing unit, crankcase detector button tripped. Refer to lead unit GOVERNOR SHUTDOWN.

Trailing unit, GROUND RELAY operation. Refer to lead unit GROUND FAULT.

Trailing unit, no D18A (CA5A) Alternator output Refer to lead unit NO POWER/CHRG. Light on.
voltage.