App Asst Loco Pilot
App Asst Loco Pilot
App Asst Loco Pilot
INDEX
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1 Indian Railways (3 days) 2-10
General Information 3-4
Fire fighting 5-7
First aid 7-10
2 Basics of Elec. And Mech. Engg. (3 days) 11-25
Electrical symbols, electricity, voltage, intensity, resistance, Ohms Law 11-14
Simple Electrical circuits, short circuit 14-16
Electrical Connections 16
Conductors and Insulators, Capacitors, Protective devices 16-18
Battery, ammeters, voltmeters 18-20
DC Motors, AC Motors, Generator / Alternator 20-22
Rectifier, Inverter 22-23
Precautions to be taken with various voltages of Electricity 23-24
Basic Diesel Engine 24-25
3 Familiarization with OHE and Lay outs and working of various
types of loco / sub-system / sub assemblies including SIV, 26-262
Microprocessor and 3- Locomotives
Abbreviations of Loco equipment 26-32
Technical data of various locos 33-34
Locations of equipment (base WAG-5) 35-41
Cut out cocks and Drain cocks in Loco 42-44
Switches, interlocks, MP, Pantograph, Batteries & charger, contactors 45-69
and relays
Study of various OHE components 70-74
Power Circuits feeding power, auxiliary power & control, traction 75-144
power & various control circuits in traction power sub systems
Study of Static Inverter based loco 145-160
Study of Microprocessor based loco 161-175
Study of 3- loco 176-261
Various schedule inspection of loco 262
4 Familiarization with relevant aspects of coaches and wagon for
263-297
tackling problems on run
Locomotive Bogies 263-266
Pneumatic system, air & vacuum brake systems 267-297
5 Locomotive operating instructions and trouble shooting 298-333
Duties of ALP as per ACTM, TMs 298-300
Head light, 300-303
Horns not sounding, neutral section duties, negotiating gradient, ACP, 304-306
Fire Extinguishers, safety rules in 25 KV traction, emergency telephone
Loco grounding, use of flasher light, safety equipment 307-308
Various loco checking procedures, stabling of loco in yard, reading of 309-320
loco logbook and making entries
Working the train from rear cab, crew friendly cab locations, MU, 320-333
Precaution to avoid wheel skidding, Auto flasher light, Pneumatic panels
6 Crew Lobby and control office training 334-336
At Zonal Level
General Manager
Additional
General Manager
At Divisional Level
DRM
ADRM
ADEE
Running Staff
Fire fighting
Classification of Fires
For all practical purposes the basic types of fires can be grouped into following four classes:
Class A Fires:
Fires involving combustible materials of organic nature, such as wood, paper, rubber and
many plastics, etc., where the cooling effect of water is essential for extinction of fires.
Class B Fires:
Fires involving flammable liquids. Petroleum products, or the like, where a blanketing effect
is essential.
Class C Fires:
Fires involving flammable gases under pressure including liquefied gases, where it is
necessary to inhibit the burning gas at fast rate with an inert gas, powder or vaporizing liquid
for extinguishments.
Class D Fires:
Fires involving combustible metals, such as magnesium, aluminum, zinc, sodium,
potassium, when the burning metals are reactive to water containing agents, and in certain
cases carbon dioxide, halogenated hydrocarbons and ordinary dry powders. These fires require
special media and techniques to extinguish.
Fire Extinguishers:
The types of extinguishers mentioned below against each class of fire are generally
most suited.
a) Class A Fires - Water expelling type extinguishers.
b) Class B Fires - Foam, dry powder, vaporizing liquid, carbon dioxide extinguishers.
c) Class C Fires - Dry powder and carbon dioxide extinguishers.
d) Class D Fire - Extinguishers designed for expelling special dry chemical powder.
Fire fighting
Fire on a running train is more catastrophic than on a stationary one, since fanning by
winds helps spread the fire to other coaches. Moreover, passengers sometime jump out of a
running train on fire resulting in increased casualties.
In case of fire in running train, every railway staff available on the train or at the site
shall immediately try and stop the train and plunge into action to save lives and property.
Following sources are main causes of fire in trains:
1) Carrying stoves, sigris, gas cylinders, kerosene oil, petrol, fire works etc. in
passenger compartments.
2) Making fire/using fire near paper, wood, petrol or such other inflammable articles.
3) Lighted match sticks, cigarette ends carelessly thrown.
4) Short circuit in electrical wirings.
5) Using naked light during authority taken delivery to the Loco Pilot, shunting of
inflammable loads, sealing of inflammable wagons.
6) Use of open fire, smoking near gas/petrol tank.
All railway staff and passengers should take all possible precautions to avoid
any of the above mistakes so that possibility of fire breaking out can be minimized.
3) Fire extinguishers of approved type shall be provided on each diesel locomotive and
motor coach of DMU when these are turned out from the home shed. The SSE/CWS
in charge of the shed shall inspect the fire extinguishers and ensure that these are in
good working condition, and not overdue.
How to Use:
1) Carry to the place of fire and keep it up right.
2) Remove the safety clip.
3) Strike the knob located in the cap.
4) Sealing disk of the cartridge gets broken and allows carbon dioxide gas to escape to
the main shall and powder is pushed out.
5) Direct the steam of the powder at the base of the flame.
6) For effective result stand at about 1.5 to 2.5 m. near the seat of the fire.
7) Move forward with moving the nozzle rapidly from side to side in sweeping motion.
8) When using on outdoor fires operate from the up wind side for effective spray.
First aid
What is First Aid?
First Aid is the immediate treatment given to the victim of an accident or sudden illness,
before medical help is obtained.
Mouth-to-Mouth Resuscitation:
Assess the responsiveness of the patient by gently shaking the victim and shouting "Are
you OK"? This precaution will prevent us from injuring during resuscitation someone
who is not truly unconscious.
Ask someone nearby to call for Medical Help.
Move the victim away from any dangerous location, that is, locations close to harmful
gases, fire, etc. Place the victim face up on a firm surface, such as the floor or the
ground.
Open the Airway. One very important step in the resuscitation process is to immediately
open the airway. Quite often the tongue may block the passage of air into the air
passages. To open the airway, one hand must be placed on the victim's forehead and
firm, backward pressure with the palm is applied to tilt the head back. If there is a
suspicion of neck injury, the head should not be moved unless it is absolutely necessary
to open the airway. Place the fingers of the other hand just under the chin and lift to
bring the chin forward. If there is material like vomits or any foreign body that appears
to block the air passages it must be removed.
Ascertain whether the patient is breathing: With the airway open, look at the chest for
signs of breathing. Put your ear next to the nose and mouth and listen for breathing.
Feel for the flow of air. If there is no breathing, begin artificial respiration.
Mouth-to-Mouth Resuscitation: Place one hand on the victim's forehead to pinch the
victim's nose closed. Ensure that your breathing is regular. Take a deep breath and place
your mouth tightly over the victim's mouth. If you wish you may place a thin
handkerchief between your mouth and the victim's mouth. However, do not use a very
thick cloth, as it may be difficult to blow through it. Blow until the victim's chest rises.
Listen for air being passively exhaled. Repeat with breaths at the rate of 12 times per
minute. Children should receive smaller breaths repeated at the rate of 20 times per
minute.
Bleeding from the arteries is bright red and comes out in jets or spurts, which
correspond to the beating of the heart. This kind of bleeding is very dangerous and may
cause death quickly.
Bleeding from the veins is dark in colour and often flows out in a continuous stream.
Bleeding from capillaries is steady, slow ooze. In an acute situation, especially if on the
surface of the body, it is less worrying than an arterial or veinous bleeding.
How does one identify if a patient is in shock and how should it be managed?
Shock and its Management:
Shock is a condition of collapse, which should be treated as top priority, second only to
attending to obstructed breathing, stoppage of the heart or severe bleeding.
Crush Injuries: Injuries following explosions, building collapses etc., can produce
shock.
Recognizing Shock:
The patient may feel giddy or faint.
The skin feels cold and clammy.
The face and lips look pale.
The pulse may be rapid and weak.
The patient may complain of blurring of vision.
The patient may vomit.
In the later stages of shock the patient becomes unconscious.
Managing Shock:
Reassure the patient if the patient is conscious.
Place the patient comfortably on his back. Except in cases of injury to the head, chest or
abdomen, lower the head slightly and turn to one side. In case of vomiting, place in
three-quarter back up position.
Loosen tight clothing but do not remove clothing.
Wrap in light bed sheet or a thin rug.
Never use hot water bottles or very warm rugs. Do not rub any part of the body with
anything.
Do not administer anything by mouth especially in cases of injuries to the chest or
abdomen, as an operation may be required soon.
If the patient is conscious and there is no injury to the chest or abdomen, give a little
water, hot coffee or tea. Never give any alcoholic drinks.
Transport the patient quickly to the hospital.
Remember that in shock a delay of even a few minutes may mean death. So attend to the
patient as quickly as possible.
Electricity
Voltage: The pressure produced by generator for flow of electrons is known as 'voltage' (or)
the potential difference between two points is called 'voltage'. It is measured in volts by
voltmeter and indicated by the letter 'V'. The voltmeter should be connected to the generator in
parallel.
Intensity (Current): The flow of electrons in a closed circuit is known as "current". The rate
of flow of current per second in a closed circuit is called "intensity". It is measured by
ammeter, which is connected in series to the circuit. Intensity represented by the letter I ".
Resistance: The opposition offered by a material to the flow of current is called "Resistance".
It varies from metal to metal according to the cross sectional area, length of the conductor and
temperature. Resistance is measured in "Ohms" by Ohmmeter (or) Megger, which should be
connected across the receiver. It is represented by a letter "R".
Ohm's Law: Ohm's law states that in a closed electrical circuit, intensity is directly
proportional to the voltage and inversely proportional to the resistance provided the
temperature remains constant.
V = I X R ; I = V/R ; R = V/I
V = Voltage
V
I = Intensity.
I R
R = Resistance.
Factors Affecting Ohm's Law:
If resistance decreases, current increases.
If resistance increases, current decreases.
If length of the conductor increases, the resistance increases.
If cross sectional area of the conductor increases, the resistance reduces.
Closed Circuit,
Short Circuit,
Earth (or) Leakage Circuit.
Open Circuit: If anyone of the supply wires is disconnected or the fuse is melted or the switch
is opened, current will not flow through the receiver. This type of circuit is called "Open
Circuit".
Closed Circuit: The complete path for flow of electrical current from the source through the
receiver and back to the source is called "Closed Circuit".
Short Circuit: Any Electrical Circuit will have two different levels known as Positive and
Negative levels. From the positive terminal of the generator to the positive terminal of the
receiver is known as "Positive Level" and from negative terminal of the receiver to the negative
terminal of the generator is called "Negative Level". An accidental contact between these two
different levels of circuit is called Short Circuit.
Earth (or) Leakage Circuit:
If any wire of the supply touches the body of an appliance, then it is called "Earth Circuit (or)
Leakage Circuit."
Electrical Connections:
Electrical Connections can be made in many ways and they are mainly classified as
follows.
Series Connection: In this circuit the receivers are connected one after another in the form of a
chain and in turn finally connected to positive and negative terminals of the generator.
Qualities of this connection:
1. The voltage is divided according to the resistance value of each receiver.
2. Intensity remains constant in circuit.
3. Total resistance is equal to - the sum of resistances of all receivers.
i.e., R = R1 + R2 + R3 + ------------
4. A cut in the circuit causes "Total Failure" of circuit.
Parallel Connection: In this circuit the receivers are connected directly to the positive and
negative terminals of the generator.
Qualities of this connection:
1. The voltage remains constant in all receivers.
2. The intensity is divided among the receivers, according to their resistance value.
3. The total resistance of the circuit is calculated by the formula.
i.e., 1/R = 1/R1 + 1/R2 + 1/R3 + - - - - - -
4. A cut in the branch causes failure of that particular branch only.
Series - Parallel Connection: In this connection the receivers are connected in the form of
series and also in parallel in one circuit. This type of circuit will have behavior of both series
and parallel connections.
In a conductor, electric current can flow freely, in an insulator it cannot. Metals such as
copper typify conductors, while most non-metallic solids are said to be good insulators, having
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extremely high resistance to the flow of charge through them. "Conductor" implies that the
outer electrons of the atoms are loosely bound and free to move through the material. Most
atoms hold on to their electrons tightly and are insulators. In copper, the valence electrons are
essentially free and strongly repel each other.
Capacitor:
A device used to store charge in an electrical circuit. A capacitor functions much like a battery,
but charges and discharges much more efficiently (batteries, though, can store much more
charge).
A basic capacitor is made up of two conductors separated by an insulator, or dielectric. The
dielectric can be made of paper, plastic, mica, ceramic, glass, a vacuum or nearly any other
nonconductive material. Some capacitors are called electrolytics, meaning that their dielectric
is made up of a thin layer of oxide formed on a aluminum or tantalum foil conductor.
Protective Devices:
It is a device to protect the electrical circuits in the event of any short circuit, over
current, earth fault etc.,
Fuse: Fuse is a device connected in series to the circuit to protect the circuit from damage in
the event of over current.
Limiting tension Battery (LTBA): It is a device to protect the low tension circuit and the
batteries in the event of any accidental contact between high tension or medium tension with
the low tension circuits.
In this device two terminals are placed with a gap of 3mm, one terminal is connected to
the positive level of the battery and the other terminal is grounded through loco body.
Whenever there is an accidental contact between high tension or medium tension with low
tension circuits, intensity increases suddenly. At this time an arc will be formed in the gap of
limiting tension battery (LTBA) terminals, in turn CCBA fuse melts and protects the low
tension circuit.
If the accidental contact remains permanent, the terminals of LTBA get welded together
and causes permanent short circuit in the low tension circuit. This condition leads repeated
melting of fuse CCBA.
The high tension circuit is also earthed and trips main circuit breaker (DJ).
Miniature Circuit Breaker (MCB): This is a safety device provided in electrical circuits for
the protection of the circuit equipments whenever current exceeds beyond the rated value of
that electrical circuit, the miniature circuit breaker will trip off, so that damages are avoided.
The miniature circuit breaker has three positions.
ON (top)
OFF (bottom)
TRIP (middle).
In case of this circuit breaker trips off, keep in "ON" position.
Minimum Oil Circuit Breakers: This type of circuit breakers are used to open the high
tension circuit. Whenever, there is over current in high tension circuit, this circuit breaker will
trip. These are provided in sub stations and they kept immersed in oil.
High Voltage Circuit Breakers: This type of circuit breakers are provided in AC Loco for
breaking the high voltage circuit by opening automatically when there is over current or any
abnormality in the circuit.
There are two types of high voltage circuit breakers used in the AC Loco.
1. Air Blast Circuit Breaker.
2. Vacuum Circuit Breaker.
Battery:
Battery is the source of electrical energy where the chemical energy is converted into
electrical energy due to chemical reaction. It is a combination of two or more cells connected
in series or in parallel or in both series - parallel according to the necessity. The cells are of two
types namely primary cell and secondary cell.
Primary Cell: It is a cell capable of producing 2.2 V max. as a single unit and the electrical
energy is stored in the form of chemical energy. In this type of cell, once the electrical energy
is used, the chemicals will loose their properties and cannot be used further. The primary cell is
capable of converting chemical energy into electrical energy and it is not capable of converting
electrical energy into chemical energy through charging. That means once this type of cell is
discharged, it's life will be over. This type of cells are normally used in laboratories.
Secondary Cell: The secondary cell also works as same principle of primary cell and produces
maximum voltage of 22V. The main difference is chemical reaction is in two ways in the
secondary cell. First the electrical energy is converted into chemical energy while charging and
the electrical energy is stored in the form of chemical energy. While discharging the chemical
energy is converted into electrical energy. The life is more and it is about 4 to 5 years. In order
to maintain the cell in good condition the cell should be in the process of charging and
discharging. Due to this process distilled water in the electrolyte evaporates from the cells,
hence the cells require filling up with distilled water.
In our A C Loco lead acid cell batteries are used. The following are the main parts of
the secondary cell.
Container: It is vessel made up of hard rubber in which the electrolyte is filled and electrodes
are placed.
Electrode: The electrodes are of two types. They are
(a) Anode or positive rod is made up with lead oxide (PbO2).
(b) Cathode or negative rod is made up with pure lead (PB).
These two rods are placed in the container without touching each other and their contact is
made through electrolyte.
Electrolyte: It is a combination of distilled water and sulphuric acid (H 2SO4) in the ratio of
8: 1 (approx.). It is called dilute H2SO4. It is filled in the container up to the active plate level
and the electrodes are placed in the electrolyte when the cell is fully charged the density of
liquid will be 1.25.
Terminals: These are the top ends of the anode and the cathode to which the circuit wires are
connected. Anode end is positive and the cathode end is negative.
Connecting Wire: This is the conductor connected to the positive and negative terminals of
the cell through the receiver to complete the circuit. When the two electrodes i.e., anode and
cathode are immersed in dilute H2SO4 (electrolyte) the oxide and lead present in the anode,
hydrogen and sulphur present in the electrolyte will undergo chemical reaction. Due to this
electrons present in the anode are displaced. When a wire is connected between the two
terminals of anode and cathode to a receiver, the current starts flowing in the circuit. The
potential difference is maintained between anode and cathode due to chemical action. The
current flows from anode to cathode outside the cell and flows from cathode to anode inside the
cells.
The maximum voltage that a cell can produce is 2.2 V. The cell should not be used if
its voltage is dropped below 1.8 V, because if the voltage drops below 1.8 V the cell cannot be
recharged.
Charging is the process adopted to recap the chemical properties of the cell which are
lost due to discharging. The positive terminal is connected to the positive level of the generator
and the negative terminal of the battery is connected to the negative terminal of the generator.
Usage of Battery on AC Loco: There are 10 batteries in the loco. In each battery 5 cells (each
of 2.2 V) are connected in series. Battery boxes are provided on both sides of the loco frame. 5
batteries are provided in each side between two trucks in two battery boxes. Total voltage of
the batteries is 110 V and having amperage of 60 to 70. The battery voltage is used on the loco
for the following purposes.
Ammeters / Voltmeters:
Instrument for measuring either direct or alternating electric current, in amperes.
An ammeter can measure a wide range of current values because at high values
only a small portion of the current is directed through the meter mechanism; a
shunt in parallel with the meter carries the major portion.
DC. Motors:
The DC. Motor is a machine which converts electrical energy into mechanical energy
fed by DC. This motor will works on the principle of attraction and repulsion. When the
inductors and armature are energised the magnetic line of forces are created between armature
and inductors. Due to mutual action of poles the armature starts rotating. Since the polarities
of the armature is changing at regular intervals through the commutator, the armature comes in
front of the inductor there by the armature rotates continuously. The rotation of armature is
transmitted through the shaft to the machine which is attached to it.
Advantages of DC. Series Motors:
Its starting torque is more.
Reversal of direction of armature rotation is easy.
Variable voltage can be applied and also variable speeds are possible.
Due to these reasons these type of motors are used in our AC locomotives.
Reversing the Direction of the Motor:
The reverse direction of motor is achieved by changing the direction of flow of current
either in inductors or in the armature.
In our AC Loco the direction of flow of current is changed in the inductors through the
"Reverser". For this purpose in our loco the Reversers will be operated with remote control
operations through MPJ .It is having three positions. They are F, O and R.
For reversing the direction, first loco should be stopped. Then only MPJ should be
operated. If sudden changing of rotation of armature to opposite direction, it results slipped
pinion or damage to the machine parts.
DC Generators:
Generator is a device which converts mechanical energy into electrical energy.
Generator works on the principle of field and displacement. When a conductor is moved in a
magnetic field, an EMF (Electro Motive Force) is induced in the conductor coils. When the
terminals of the coils are connected to the external circuit, the current starts flowing in the
circuit.
Working Principle of DC Generator:
When the switch is closed, the flow of DC Current will pass into the inductors and both
inductors will become electro magnets, there by magnetic field is created. By rotating the
armature within the magnetic field, the magnetic lines of forces are cut by moving armature.
By this action, the field and displacement is occurred, hence an EMF is induced in armature
coil. The armature coils are connected by the commutator segments, and this commutator
collects the current from the armature and sends to external circuit through "carbon" brushes in
the form of DC. The output of generator depends upon the flow of current through the
inductors and also speeds of the armature.
Alternators:
An alternator is an electromechanical device that converts mechanical energy to alternating
current electrical energy. Most alternators use a rotating magnetic field but linear alternators
are occasionally used. In principle, any AC electrical generator can be called an alternator, but
usually the word refers to small rotating machines driven by automotive and other internal
combustion engines. Alternators in power stations driven by steam turbines are called turbo-
alternators.
A full-wave rectifier converts the whole of the input waveform to one of constant
polarity (positive or negative) at its output. Full-wave rectification converts both polarities of
the input waveform to DC (direct current), and is more efficient. However, in a circuit with a
non-center tapped transformer, four diodes are required instead of the one needed for half-wave
rectification. Four rectifiers arranged this way are called a diode bridge or bridge rectifier:
Inverter:
An inverter is an electrical device that converts direct current
(DC) to alternating current (AC); the resulting AC can be at any
required voltage and frequency with the use of appropriate
transformers, switching, and control circuits.
Static inverters have no moving parts and are used in a wide
range of applications, from small switching power supplies in
computers, to large electric utility high-voltage direct current
applications that transport bulk power. Inverters are commonly used
to supply AC power from DC sources such as solar panels or
batteries.
The electrical inverter is a high-power electronic oscillator. It
is so named because early mechanical AC to DC converter was made
to work in reverse, and thus was "inverted", to convert DC to AC.
The inverter performs the opposite function of a rectifier.
Inverters are manufactured with diodes, GTOs, IGBTs etc.,
Precautions:
You should make sure that electrical equipment used for a work is safe. Here is a list of actions
that should be taken to ensure this is so:
1. Perform a risk assessment to identify the hazards, the risks arising from those hazards,
and the control measures you should use.
2. Check that the electrical equipment is suitable for the work and way in which it is going
to be used.
3. Check that the electrical equipment is in good condition. The priced HSE booklet
Maintaining portable and transportable electrical equipment will help you do this.
4. Check that the equipment is suitable for the electrical supply with which it is going to
be used, and the electrical supply is safe.
5. It is often beneficial to use a Residual Current Device (RCD) between the electrical
supply and the equipment.
6. Make sure that the user of the equipment is trained to use it safely and can keep others
safe.
7. Make sure the user knows which personal protective equipment to wear, how to use it,
and make sure they do.
MECHANICAL BASICS:
Diesel Engine:
Definition:
An engine is a generator that produces mechanical force and motion from another form
of energy (eg. a fuel source, compressed gas (eg. air) or electricity). It is also referred to as a
prime mover.
Two types of engines:
1. Internal combustion,
2. External combustion.
An internal-combustion engine that uses the heat of highly compressed air to ignite a
spray of fuel introduced after the start of the compression stroke.
THE FOUR STROKE PRINCIPLE:
Every engine today runs on FOUR STROKES or FOUR CYCLES- both these terms
mean the same. Here is how the four stroke diesel engine operates.
1) INTAKE STROKE:
Intake valves in the cylinder head open allowing pressurized air to enter each cylinder
while the piston is travelling downward.{the pressurized air supply is made possible by the
TURBOCHARGER which pushes air into the intake system giving the diesel engine a boost of
air to keep up with instantaneous injection of fuel}.
2) COMPRESSION STROKE:
When the piston starts to make it's way back upward the valves close which traps the
intake air in the cylinder which allows compression to take place, the HEAT OF
COMPRESSION is reached when the piston reaches the top of the cylinder, the diesel fuel is
then injected into the cylinder at the precise time.
3) POWER STROKE:
After injection takes place an explosion occurs in the cylinder because of the combination of
heat and atomized diesel fuel. This causes the piston to be forced downward which produces
torque and the horsepower required from a typical diesel engine.
4) EXHAUST STROKE:
After the power stroke the piston moves upward once again while the exhaust valves open
allowing the previously ignited gases to escape to the atmosphere out the exhaust system.
As mentioned before each cylinder goes through this exact sequence over and over in a set
firing order. For instance, a 6 cylinder diesel engine has a firing order 1- 5- 3- 6- 2- 4 This is the
order that each cylinder goes by, following the 4 strokes mentioned above. This sequence has been
engineered to allow the diesel engine to run smoothly with no imbalance.
Connecting rod:
The connecting rod connects the piston to the crankshaft. It can rotate at both ends so that
its angle can change as the piston moves and the crankshaft rotates.
Crankshaft :
The crankshaft turns the piston's up and down motion into circular motion just like a
crank on a jack-in-the-box does.
Sump :
The sump surrounds the crankshaft. It contains some amount of oil, which collects in
the bottom of the sump (the oil pan).
Connecting rod:
The connecting rod connects the piston to the crankshaft. It can rotate at both ends so
that its angle can change as the piston moves and the crankshaft rotates.
Crankshaft :
The crank shaft turns the piston's up and down motion into circular motion just like a
crank on a jack-in-the-box does.
Abbreviations Of Locations
LOCATIONS (WAG-5)
Cab1 - Loco Pilots Desk:
A9 - Automatic vacuum brake or Air brake valve with feed valve
SA9 - Independent air brake with feed valve
MP - Master Controller
MPJ - Reverses operating key
MPS - Shunting contactors operating handle
ZPT - Key for operating pantograph
BL - Box lever key
BL switches- (8 on top row & 8 on bottom row)
Pilot lamps - (10 lamps)
ZQWC- Weight compensation relay switch
BPP - Push button switch for progression
BPR - Push button switch for regression
BPT - Push button switch for testing
SON - Buzzer for over voltage
Horns (LT & HT)
Gauges:
Brake cylinder pressure gauge (Max of 3.5 Kg/cm2)
Brake pipe pressure gauge (Max of 5 Kg/cm2)
Feed Pipe pressure gauge (Max of 6 Kg/cm2)
Main reservoir pressure gauge (Max of 9.5 Kg/cm2)
Vacuum gauge
Air flow indicator
Meters
U1 - Voltmeter for TM1
U2 - Voltmeter for TM2
A3 - Ammeter for TM3
UA1 - Line voltmeter/Auxiliary
RS-1 - Handle for operating brake by Assistant Loco Pilot
HT1 Compartment:
BA1 panel
CTF1
J1 for 1, 2, 3 Traction motors
EP1 COC
QD1
ATFEX
SJ 1&2 (Inductive shunt)
9 shunting contactors with their resistances
RF resistances
MVRF (DC Series motor)
QVRF.
HT2 Compartment:
Tap changer (GR)
CGR1, CGR 2 & CGR 3
MVSL1, QVSL1
MVSL2, QVSL2
Roof bushing bar/ HT cable with TFILM
RGR, RPGR
PHGR
MPH, QPH
MVRH, QVRH
TFP oil conservator with gauge
COWL box with RPS resistances
Radiator
DJ assembly
RDJ reservoir
RCC panel
A33 terminal
A34 terminal
a0, a1
a3, a4, a5 & a6 terminals
Two GR safety valves on GR drum
TFP explosion door on TFP oil conservator
HT3 Compartment
BA-2 Panel
CTF2
J2 for 4,5,6 Traction Motors
Corridor No.2 :
ZSMGR
ZSMS
Transformer oil gauge
RDJ drain COC
SMGR pressure gauge
SMGR shaft with digital indicator, pacco switch
Corridor No.1:
HOM
HVSI1, HVSI2 on RSI blocks.
RSI1, RSI2 with 32 tell tail fuses.
Locomotive Frame:
1. Two Trucks
2. Main transformer oil tank between two trucks
3. SL Assembly
On Truck:
1. Tri-mount casting with center pivot and two side bearers
2. Equalizing beams (long and short with friction rollers)
3. Helical springs (2 sets of primary and secondary with snubbers)
4. Tie rod and tie bolts (Safety Brackets)
5. Spring carrier brackets
6. Brake rigging (clasp type)
7. Air brake cylinders (4 per truck)
8. Air bellows (3 each truck)
9. Sixteen sand pipes
Loco Roof:
1. MVRF exhaust, HOM horns
2. Pantographs 1 & 2,
3. Roof Bars,
4. Earthing Bushes,
5. Insulators,
6. ET1 and ET2 (surg arrestors),
7. DJ primary and secondary.
Cab-1:
1. A-9 inlet and out let cut out cock
2. SA-9 inlet and out let cut out cock
3. Horn HT and Horn LT cut out cock
4. Wiper cut out cock
5. A-8 cut out cock (In WAP-4 without pneumatic panel, it is provided in Cab-2)
Motor Chest-1:
1. Un-loader valve 1, 2 and 3 cut out cocks (In WAP-4 only two un-loader
valves)
2. VEAD cut out cock
3. C3W isolation cock
4. IP mechanical cut out cock
5. IP electrical cut out cock
6. A-1 differential valve cut out cock
7. Vacuum train pipe cut out cock
HT-1 compartment:
1. EP-1 cut out cock
HT-2 compartment:
1. QPH cut out cock (in some locos)
HT-3 compartment:
1. EP-2 cut out cock
EP-3 cut out cock (WAG-7 and RB provided WAP-4 locos)
Motor chest-2:
1. C-118 cut out cock (in case of EP contactor)
Cab-2:
1. A-9 inlet and out let cut out cock
2. SA-9 inlet and out let cut out cock
3. Horn HT and Horn LT cut out cock
4. Wiper cut out cock
RS drain cock
CPA drain cock
Corridor No.2:
Switches
Switch is a device, used for closing or opening LT circuit.
The different types of switches provided on the Loco are
a) Knife switch
b) Box Lever switch
c) Rotating switch
d) Push button switch
e) Pedal switch
f) Link switch
KNIFE SWITCH: Knife switch will have two positions ON and OFF. In ON position
it will close the circuit and in OFF position it will open circuit. In our loco, HOBA
(located in Switch panel), HQOP1, and HQOP2 (located in HT3 compartment) are Knife
switches.
BOX-LEVER SWITCH: It will have two positions CLOSE and OPEN, and operated
manually by a lever.
Eg.: - BLDJ, BLCP, BLPV, BLVMT.
BOX-LEVER SWITCH (SPRING LOADED): This switch will have two positions CLOSE and
OPEN. It is a spring loaded switch. Normal position of the switch is OPEN and keeps the
circuit, open. On closing the switch, circuit will be closed. On releasing the hand, it will
come to its normal position.
Eg. : - BLRDJ
ROTATING SWITCH: It has different positions. Each position of the switch closes
individual circuit or circuits. We can operate different circuits by one single switch by
rotating it to different positions. Hence this is also called as programming switch.
Eg.: HVMT1, HVMT2, HVRH, HPH, HVSI1, HVSI2, HVSL1, HVSL2
with 4 positions 0,1,2,3.
In O Position, Motor and Relay both are isolated.
In 1 Position, Motor and Relay both are in service.
In 2 Position, Relay will be in service, and Motor will be isolated.
In 3 Position, Motor will be in service but Relay will be isolated.
Eg. : - ZPV, HMCS1, HMCS2, with 1,2,3,4, position
ZPV in 1 position, PV2 will be in service.
ZPV in 2 position, PV1 will be in service.
ZPV in 3 position, PV1 will be isolated, PV2 in service.
ZPV in 4 position, PV2 will be isolated, PV1 in service.
HMCS1 in 1 Position, Traction motors 1, 2, 3 will be in service.
HMCS1 in 2 Position, Traction motor 1 will be isolated.
HMCS1 in 3 Position, Traction motor 2 will be isolated.
HMCS1 in 4 Position, Traction motor 3 will be isolated.
HMCS2 in 1 Position, Traction motors 4, 5, 6 will be in service.
HMCS2 in 2 Position, Traction motor 4 will be isolated.
HMCS2 in 3 Position, Traction motor 5 will be isolated.
Interlocks:
Interlocking means achieving of different operations one after the other in an
automatic successive manner as desired. This is done with the help of different interlocks.
The electrical interlocking is necessary to ensure correct sequence of operation and
automatic energisation of circuit in a proper manner.
Types of Interlocks: There are two types of interlocks used in electrical circuits.
1. Normally closed interlocks.
2. Normally opened interlocks.
1. Normally closed interlocks: These interlocks by the virtue of its normal position,
keeps the circuit in closed position. Such an interlock is called normally closed
interlock. When concerned apparatus comes in to the service, this interlock will open
the concerned circuit. They are shown on the left hand side in case of vertical line and
on the upper side in case of horizontal line of the circuit diagram.
or
2. Normally opened interlocks: These interlocks by the virtue of its normal position,
keeps the circuit in open position. Such an interlock is called normally open interlock.
They are shown on the right hand side in case of vertical line and on the lower side in
case of horizontal line of the circuit diagram. When concerned apparatus comes in to
the service, this interlock will close the concerned circuit.
or
Pantograph:
It is a collapsible framework mounted on loco roof. Pantograph is mounted on
four base insulators. This frame is made of several metallic tubes and springs. Ball
bearings are provided for easy movement of articulations and at each joint, flexible shunts
are provided to give continuous flow of current. On the top frame of the pantograph, panto
pan is provided to collect the current from OHE. Panto pan is made up of high carbon
strips, which can be replaced when worn out. Normally the panto is in lowered position by
POSITION 0: Both pantos are lowered since two solenoid valves of VEPT-1 and
VEPT-2 are switched off.
POSITION 1: Rear pantograph raises through the energisation of rear VEPT
POSITION 2: Front/ leading pantograph raises through the energisation of
leading VEPT
PRINCIPLE: Basically, compressed air raises the pantograph and lowering springs of
servomotor lower the pantograph. The sole function of air is to cancel the lowering effort
of the springs (servomotor) and it has no direct effect on the pantograph. When the
pantograph is working and the air pressure is maintained in the servomotor, the piston is
kept forward and the articulated system is entirely free to keep panto in raised position
only. Therefore, it absorbs freely all the oscillations of the contact wire. The equipment
lowers by itself when pressure drops below 3 to 3.5 kg/cm. All parts of panto are alive and
used as conductors. The current collection is made on the frame with shunts fitted at all
moving points.
Minimum air pressure to raise panto : 4.5 Kg/cm2
Nominal pressure : 7 Kg/cm2
Raising time : 6 - 10 sec
Lowering time : 10 sec or below
Rated current : 400 Amps
Principle Parts of the Panto:
1. Base Insulator and Frame: The frame is made of light metal and mounted on
four insulators on the loco roof. The panto frame also mounted on the loco roof.
2. Raising springs: Two springs are provided for raising the panto. One end is
connected to the bottom frame and the other end is connected to the horizontal
frame. When panto is in lowered condition, the springs will remain in expanded
14 17
15
16
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15 10
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12 2
19 18 5
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7 6
17 16 9 8 3
1) Servo motor 2) Rocker arm 3) Actuating rod 4) Actuating rod insulator
5) Cam 6) Panto base frame 7) Resting pad 8) Panto base insulator
9) Lower articulation drum 10) Raising spring 11) Thrust rod 12) Lower articulation tube
13) Ball bearing 14) Flexible shunt 15) Anti balancing rod 16) Transverse rod
17) Shock absorber 18) High carbon strips 19) Panto pan 20) Horn cheek
21) Upper articulation
tube
3. Ensure UBA showing above 90V. HBA should be on 1 to energise the control
circuit.
4. Additional CCBA, CCBA and CCPT in good condition.
5. BL key should be unlocked and ensure that red lamp LSDJ is glowing.
6. Operate ZPT from 0 to 1, rear VEPT energises and rear panto raises.
7. Check actual rising of the panto and ensure that it makes proper contact with
contact wire.
Raising the Panto with the help of RS pressure:
Panto can be raised with the help of RS pressure if it is above 6.5Kg/cm2.
When RS pressure is less than 6.5Kg/cm2
Item 1 to 5 mentioned above should be fulfilled.
1. Switch on ZCPA to create RS pressure up to 8 Kg/cm2
2. After building up 8 Kg/cm2, raise panto, close DJ and close BLCP.
Raising the Panto when there is no MR and RS Pressures:
When there is no pressure in the reservoir or insufficient pressure in MR and RS,
panto can be raised by building up the pressure in RS with the help of MCPA.
1. Before rising the panto items 1 to 5 of precautions above should be fulfilled.
2. Start MCPA by closing ZCPA from 0 to 1 position.
3. When pressure is created to 8 Kg/cm2 then stop MCPA.
4. Raise panto and close DJ then start MCP
Note: MCPA should not work for more than 10minutes in DJ open condition.
Reasons for using the rear panto:
1. It gives smooth passage for the panto.
2. It avoids the sparks coming on the Loco Pilots desk
3. In case of any damage to the panto, the damaged panto parts will be thrown-out
on the train.
Batteries:
10 batteries are provided in the loco. They are of lead acid type. These batteries
are kept in 4 boxes, two boxes on either side attached in under frame. Batteries are to be
counted from cab 2 left side i.e., from HBA switch. Battery box No.1 and 2 will be in cab
2 left side, having two and three batteries respectively. Battery box No. 3 and 4 will be in
cab 2 right side having three and two batteries respectively. Each Battery is having 5 cells
which are connected in series to give an output of 11volts.The maximum Battery voltage
is 110 volts and minimum battery voltage to run AC loco is 90 volts.
Purpose:
1. To create pressure by working MCPA, to raise the pantograph and to close
the DJ initially.
2. To feed the control circuits when CHBA fails.
Protection for the batteries:
1. To protect the positive cable of the Batteries Additional CCBA fuse/MCB
is provided and located in Battery box No.1.
2. Fuse CCBA of 35amps is provided for the protection of batteries.
3. When CCBA melts after energizing the loco, no trouble will be
experienced because the Battery charger (CHBA) is feeding control
circuits. But after tripping DJ, it will cause impossibility to close DJ
(ICDJ).
4. When CCBA/ADDL.CCBA is fused, the batteries will not be charged.
5. Fuse CCLS is directly connected from the batteries through HBA to
protect the signalling lamp circuit.
6. An intentional bonding is provided in the negative level of batteries
through HOBA. When any fuse is melting repeatedly, replace the fuse by
keeping HOBA in OFF position.
7. LTBA is provided to protect the batteries from any accidental contact of
HT circuit with the LT circuit.
LECC:
It is a test lamp provided to know the condition of the fuse and also to know the
negative bonding, if any in the circuit.
TH TH TH
RQOA
QOA
CCA (6A)
QOP2
QOP2
LTBA
RQOP2
RQOP2
RPQOP2
RPQOA
CCLF1 (6A)
CCLF2 (6A)
CCLC (6A)
RPQOP2
CCPT (10A)
2 x 680 O
3 x 3200 O
3 x 3200 O
OFF ON OFF ON 0 1
DJ
CKT HQOP 1 HQOP 2
HQOA TH
CAB-1 LAMPS
CAB-2 LAMPS
INSTRUMENTS
INSTRUMENTS
FOR MEASURING
FOR MEASURING
CCBA (35A)
SIGNALLING
102 102 CIRCUIT
CCLS (6A)
1 0
ZCPA
SPM SIGNAL
ZUBA
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A
ADDL.CCBA(35A)
ZPT 1 ZPT 1 U 1
110V DC
HBA
0 BATTERY
CHARGER + LECC
ARNO
V 1
UBA V M
MCPA
380V AC FROM
HCHBA -
BL2SN BL1SN
110V AC SUPPLY B-
BL1SN BL2SN
D1 D1 ON OFF
D1 D1
D2 D2 HOBA
D2 D2
RHOBA 210 O
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Contactors:
Contactor is a device which opens or closes a high tension circuit and it is remote
controlled from Loco Pilots desk.
A Contactor is having a driving mechanism, which consists of Actuating Rod,
Armature, Return Spring, Insulation Axis and Electromagnet.
It is dangerous to operate high tension circuits manually. So, these Contactors are
operated from Loco Pilots desk, remotely.
Remote control:
It consists of low tension circuit with a switch for remote controlling of Contactor
through driving mechanism operated by an electromagnet. In case of single phase
contactor, only one set of fixed and mobile contacts are required and for a three phase
contactor, three sets of mobile contacts and fixed contacts are required.
There are four types of contactors used in AC Loco.
1. Electro Magnetic Contactor.
2. Electro Pneumatic Contactor.
3. Drum Contactor.
4. Cam Contactor.
When the switch is opened in LT circuit, the Electro Magnet demagnetizes and
releases the plunger causing the port to close. The air is exhausted through exhaust post.
As there is no pressure at bottom side of the servomotor, piston gets lowered because of
the return spring tension. The contactor opens by lowering the movable jaw along with
the Servo motor piston. The arc produced is blown out in the arc-chutes by blow-out coil.
Parts:
1. Battery
2. Fuse
3. Switch
4. Connecting wires
5. Electro magnet
6. Armature
7. Control reservoir
8. Exhaust port
9. Servomotor
10. Piston
11. Axis
12. Actuating rod
13. Insulator
14. Fixed Jaw
15. Mobile Jaw
16. Flexible shunt
17. Source of supply
18. Receiver 19. Blow out coil 20.Arc chute
Relays:
Relay is a device, which conveys the information regarding proper working of
apparatus to the operator or may cut off the supply if any abnormality in power circuit.
Relays are of two types. They are:
I. Electrical relays,
II. Mechanical relays.
I. Electrical Relays: The relay, which gives information about any abnormality in the
concerned device in a closed circuit, is called electrical relay. It checks the intensity /
tension in the circuit.
Traction Distribution
INTRODUCTION: Electrical way and works means the traction installation over head
equipments and other connected works are provided on the electrical section of the
railway. Electrical equipments means by any apparatus is used for generation and
transmission or utilisation of electrical energy.
General Arrangement of Power Supply:
The state government supplies 132kv of Ac supply to traction substation, where
132kv supply will be stepped down to 25kv and fed to over head equipment. Each TSS
will supply 38 KMs to 50 KMs. Each TSS will be supplied with two different phases and
will have two step down transformers, one is stand by. Interrupters in section are
operated from remote control centers (TPC). Single-phase 25kv, 50Hz is used for running
of trains.
Feeding post:
It supplies power to OHE for up and down lines and is provided with four
interrupters.
Sectioning and paralleling post:
These posts are situated approximately midway between feeding posts marking
and demarking point of two zones fed from two different phases from adjacent TSS. At
this post a neutral section is provided.
Sub Sectioning and paralleling post:
One or more SSPs can be provided between each FP and adjacent SP depending
upon the distance between them.
Elementary section:
It is a small portion of OHE which can be isolated by manually for maintenance
purpose.
Section insulator:
It is a device installed in the contact wire for insulating elementary sections from
each other while providing a continuous path for pantograph without break of current.
Span:
It is the distance between two adjacent masts carrying same OHE. Maximum span
length is 72 mts.
Droppers:
Droppers transfers the load of contact wire to catenary wire and maintains a
correct required profile of the OHE.
Bond:
It means an electrical connection between two rails or any structure to rail.
Bonding of rails facilitates passage of return current from rail to earth and earth to rail.
1. Pantographs1&2,
2. HPT1 & 2,
3. Roof bars,
4. ET1 & ET2,
5. DJ assembly,
6. QLM & TFILM,
7. Roof bushing bar / HT cable,
8. HOM,
9. Main transformer,
10. GR.
1. Pantograph: Two Pantographs are provided on the loco roof to collect OHE supply
when raised and DJ is closed. Both pantographs are electrically connected by means
of roof bars (6 fixed+ 2 hand operated).
2. HPT: It is hand operated roof bar. It is an isolation switch for pantograph which
should be kept in earthing clip provided on loco roof when panto is damaged.
3. Roof Bars: Six fixed roof bars are available on loco roof to receive the OHE supply
from panto to transfer to DJ. Cut in Roof bars causes no tension tripping failure. (In
WAP4 locos only four fixed roof bars are available).
4. DJ: It is a special type of EP contactor available on loco roof. It should be closed for
energising TFWR. In case of any abnormality in loco, it trips automatically to avoid
damages to the equipment and to protect the locomotive.
5. QLM: It is an over current relay provided in feeding power circuit. Due to any reason
if feeding power circuit is fed with the supply of 325/450 Amps or above, this relay
energizes and trips DJ.
6. Roof Bushing Bar: It is used to receive the supply from DJ and send to main
transformer. Its normal color is red. This colour should not be discolored especially at
the time of QLM dropping. In place of roof bushing bar a HT cable is provided in
some locos.
7. ET1: It is a surge arrestor located on loco roof to save the loco from surge voltages
when DJ is in open condition. It is having two tips. One end of ET1 is connected to
roof bar and other end is connected to earth (loco body). The gap between two tips is
210 mm.
8. ET2: It is provided to save the loco from surge voltages when DJ is in closed
position. The gap between two tips is 70 to 90 mm (in case of 3900 KVA transformer)
and 105 mm ((in case of 5400 KVA transformer).
Note: On modified locos in place of ET2 gap less surge arrestor is provided.
HPT1 HPT2
HPT
TH TH POWER CIRCUIT (WAG5)
DJ
ET1
RDJ 210mm
HOM
TH
HETT3900KVA TFP
TH TFWR
CGR A34 a6 TO SL1
70 TO 90MM ET2
(NORMAL 85mm) TFILM QLM C145
6
3 2 1 RSI1
A 33 ELM QE
TH
CAPTFP
5
RCAPTFP1
a1 3600A,865V
R TH
R RPGR
T C C C a5
A A A CTF3 RSILM1
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P P P RSILM2 TO SL2
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A T T 1 T 31
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ETTFP2
CAPTFP
C 2 1
2
RCAPTFP2
K TH 3 3600A,865V
T TH
3 a4
2 HO1
a0 1
HO2
HQOP1 HQOP2
OFF ON OFF ON
AO
QOP1
QOP2
150
RPQOP1
150
RPQOP2
3X3200
RQOP2
RQOP1
3X3200
TH
DC +110V FROM BA DC +110V FROM BA
TH
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9. Main transformer: It is called as auto transformer and it is having 32 taps to get
variable voltages. The transformer is immersed in oil tank for cooling. This oil acts as
insulator as well as cooling between windings and the capacity of oil tank is 2000
Liters. One end of the transformer terminal is connected to roof bushing bar (A33
terminal) and other end is connected to earth through loco body (AO terminal).
Transformer oil in the tank is circulated by MPH and cooled through radiator by
MVRH. A conservator is provided on the top of the oil tank to indicate oil level
present in the transformer tank. It should read above +15 0c (normal mark). An
explosion door is provided on the top of conservator which opens in case of any short
circuit in feeding power circuit. A breather is provided on the conservator for
destroying the vacuum created inside the conservator due to expansion and
contraction of oil. It also consists of silica gel to absorb moisture present in the air
while being allowed into conservator. The transformer oil tank is placed between two
trucks with a drain plug.
10. HOM: It is hand operated earthing switch provided on loco roof and operated from
corridor No1. When this switch is operated main transformer and roof equipments are
connected to earth and also electrical and pneumatic supply to pantographs is cut off
and existing pressure from panto pipe line exhausts.
11. GR: Taps are connected to GR in two rows from auto transformer. Round shaped bus
bars are provided in tap changer assembly by which GR rollers are made to rotate by
the action of SMGR. Bus bar No1 is connected to CGR1 and bus bar No2 is
connected to CGR2 through RGR and CGR3. Bus bars are immersed in GR oil (GR
oil sump capacity is 70 liters at 400C). GR oil is circulated by PHGR. This PHGR
works from 6 to 32 notches. A breather is provided near GR drum for destroying the
vacuum created inside the GR assembly due to expansion and contraction of oil. It
also consists of silica gel to absorb moisture present in the air while being allowed
into GR drum. Two GR safety valves are provided, which will send out the undue
pressures developed in the oil. SMGR is provided to operate GR which can be
remotely operated from Loco Pilot's desk by MP or EEC. If MP / EEC failed, operate
GR manually. An oil gauge is provided on left side of tap changer which should read
between +200c and -200c.
12. RGR: It is a short time resistance, which comes into service when GR is in between
notches. It can with stand the supply for 0.5 seconds and it is connected between
CGR2 and CGR3. The resistance value is 1.61 ohms.
13. RPGR: It is a permanent resistance to GR and connected between two bus bars. It is
provided to make continuous flow of current to traction motors. Its resistance value is
1 lakh ohms.
14. CGRs: CGR 1, 2, 3 are cam contactors provided in the power circuit to make or break
the connections between TFWR and TFP. These contactors are operated by SMGR,
which are remotely operated from Loco Pilot's desk through MP/EEC. These
contactors are having arc chutes. Crew should ensure that the arc chutes are
connected properly. These contactors operate in the following manner:
R
a1 Q Q45
3
0
Q30 UA V
1 2
T
F HVSI1 HVSI2 HVSL1 HVSL2 HPH C101 C102 C103 C105 C106 C107 C121 C111
W
A ARNO
N THROUGH
TFILA RQOA
a0 U W
Q45
MVSI1 MVSI2 MVSL1 MVSL2 MPH MCP1 MCP2 MCP3 MVMT1 MVMT2 MVRH MPV1 MPV2
QLA
CCPT(10A)
AC
THROUGH RQOA
DC
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U V
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CAB HEATER
RPQOA DC-DC CONVERTER
QOA 380 V
RQOA 150
CHBA 110V DC
2X680
110 V AC NR
10VDC FROM BATTERY
32V AC
TH RTPR 24V AC SOME LOCOS
380 V 16V AC
230 V
TFVT 110 V AC
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ARNO Protection Relay (QCVAR):
Relay QCVAR is a protection relay for ARNO to ensure proper working. It is
connected across W phase and neutral phase of ARNO. When ARNO picks up its rated
speed and voltage of 155-160 V AC, QCVAR is energised and opens starting phase by
opening the contactor C118, and its N/O I/L closes on Q118 branch and N/C I/L opens
on LSCHBA branch.
Over Current Relay for Auxiliary Power Circuit (QLA):
The Relay QLA is operated by means of the current transformer (TFILA) which
causes the DJ to trip, if the current taken in by the auxiliary transformer exceeds the
setting value of 1400A in case of WAG5 loco and 2000 Amps in WAP4 & WAG7 locos.
Earth Fault Relay for Auxiliary Circuit (QOA):
It is a safety relay for the protection of auxiliary power circuit against earth fault.
If there is any earth fault in auxiliary power circuit, the relay QOA will energise and trips
DJ. The switch HQOA makes it possible to isolate the relay through a resistance RQOA
in order to limit the fault current. One terminal of QOA is connected to ARNO neutral
phase and another terminal is connected to battery positive.
Blower Motor for Silicon Rectifier (MVSI 1&2):
Each rectifier cubicle is provided with one blower, which is driven by the motor
MVSI. The motors of rectifier cubicle are controlled by means of switches HVSI 1 & 2
which are provided on RSI 1 & 2 blocks respectively. The cooling of rectifier is
monitored by the airflow relay QVSI 1 & 2. The interlock of QVSI 1 & 2 are connected
in series with relay Q44. In the event of any MVSI 1 & 2 fails to work, respective air flow
relay QVSI does not pick up and its interlock opens on Q44 branch causing
de-energisation of Q44, which in turn trips DJ. Incase MVSI 1 & 2 are working normal
and QVSI 1 & 2 relays found defective, respective relay can be by-passed through HVSI
1&2 switches. These are direct starting motors along with ARNO. This is an axial flow
motor with 2.2 K.W capacities.
Following are the positions of HVSI switches:
Position 0: - QVSI and MVSI isolated,
Position 1: - QVSI and MVSI in service,
Position 2: - QVSI in service and MVSI isolated,
Position 3: - MVSI in service and QVSI isolated.
Blower Motor for Smoothening Reactor (MVSL 1&2)
These motors (MVSL 1& 2) are used for cooling smoothening reactor 1& 2.
Proper working of motors (MVSL 1 & 2) can be ensured by airflow relays QVSL 1 & 2
respectively.
The switches HVSL 1 &2 are provided on the TB board for controlling working
of Motors & relays. Whenever any blower does not work, respective relay de-energises
and trips DJ through relay Q118.These are direct starting motors along with ARNO. This
is an axial flow motor with 2.2 K.W capacity. Following are the positions of HVSL
switches:
Position 0: - QVSL and MVSL isolated,
Position 1: - QVSL and MVSL in service,
MPH:
When MPH is failed, keep HPH on 0. Ensure MVRH is in working order.
Ensure TFP oil level is not increasing abnormally clear the section with restricted current
rating 750A / 500A.
When relay QPH / MPH / PH is defective Loco Pilot will experience operation
B part I. So, keep HPH on O and take necessary precautions as mentioned above as we
cannot ensure the proper working of MPH.
MVSL:
When MVSL is defective, isolate concerned truck (RSI block) by keeping
respective HVSI, HVMT & HVSL on 0 and work the train with normal current ratings
and 50% of the maximum permissible load.
When relay QVSL / MVSL / VSL is defective Loco Pilot will experience
operation B part I. So, keep concerned HVSL on 3 position work the train further
duly watching the working of MVSL frequently if QVSL is defective.
MVSI:
When MVSI is defective isolate concerned RSI block by keeping respective
HVSI, HVMT & HVSL on 0 and work the train with normal current ratings and 50% of
the maximum permissible load.
When relay QVSI / MVSI / VSI is defective Loco Pilot will experience operation-
I. So, keep concerned HVSI in 3 position work the train further duly watching the
working of MVSI frequently.
MCP:
Three compressors MCP1, MCP2 & MCP3 are provided and controlled by HCP.
VEAD is provided to drain out moisture from MR1 & MR2 through auto drain valves. If
one CP is failed, Loco Pilot can isolate the same by changing HCP position. If MCP is
burnt, relay QOA will drop. At that time isolate the defective MCP through HCP and
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Q 119
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RQ 100
QRS2
101 629 400 406 407 408 421 292 285
B-VE
Q 100 Q 119 1 2 3 VEAD C 101 C 102 C 103 VEF( E ) C 111 C 121
5 sec VEUL's (MPV2) (MPV1)
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BLOWERS CONTROL CIRCUIT
CCA (6A)
110V DC
+ VE F R F R
DJ
MPJ
C118 BLVMT 1 BLVMT 2
5Sec CCLSA (6A)
GR CL TO
C 107 SIGNALLING
ON 1-32
CIRCUIT
RQ 100 Q 100
Q 100
HVRH
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VS17
8Sec 8Sec
BA -VE
Q 100 C107 QTD 105 C 105 QTD 106 C 106
OIL COOLER
TRACTION MOTOR COOLING
BLOWER MOTOR
BLOWER MOTORS
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Exhausters control circuit:
To close MPV contactors C111 or C121, HCP should be on 1 or 2 or 3
position, relay QRS2 should be in energize position, Q100 should be in energize position
and BLPV should be in close position. To select the required MPV, a switch is provided
called as ZPV. This switch is having 4 positions (1, 2, 3 & 4). When ZPV is in 1 or 2
positions and when BLPV & BLQPV are closed, both exhausters works to create vacuum
faster in train pipe. 3 & 4 positions are called isolation positions. When Loco Pilot applies
A9 to emergency, relay QRS de energizes and exhausters also stops working.
L1 L2 L3 L4 L5 L6
CTF1
SL1-1
FROM MVRF 8 2
RSI1 RU5
RF1 RU2 RF2 RF3 RF4 RF5 RU6 RF6
SL1-2 RU1
1 2 3 4 5 6
QF1 QF2
U1 U2 A3 A4 U5 U6
CTF1 CTF1 CTF2 CTF2
CTF2
7 1 9 3 7 1 8 2 9 3
CTF 3-4
QD1
4 10
CTF 3-6
12 6
SL2-1
S 13
S 11
S 12
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S 41
S 42
S 43
S 21
S 22
S 31
S 33
S 23
S 32
FROM
RSI2
SL2-2
RS 51 S 51
RS 61 S 61
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RS 52 S 52
RS 62 S 62
RS 63 S 63
RS 53 S 53
J1 J2 J2
MF4
MF6
RS 41
J1 3
RS 42
RS 43
RPS6
2 J1 1 6
RPS4
2 J2 1 5
RS 21
RS 23
4 3
RS 22
4
MF2
5
MF5
MF1
RPS5
MF3
RPS1
RPS2
RPS3
RS 31
RS 11
RS 33
RS 12
RS 32
RS 13
10
7 8 9 11 12 7 8 9 10 11 12
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Q20 is an over voltage relay for the protection of traction power circuit
from over voltage. When ever traction power circuit is fed with more than 865
volts, this relay energizes and regresses few notches automatically.. This relay is
connected across positive and negative levels of RSI 1 out put. When Q 20 is
energised, causes auto regression of GR by closing its N/O I/L on Q 51 branch of
SMGR control circuit and sounding of SON in both cabs(In few locos LSOV also
will glow).
Note: Q20 setting is 865 volts. But TM voltage is restricted to 750 volts.
Rheostat Braking
It is one type of electrical braking. This can be used in the following
circumstances.
Working of RB
When notches are progressed in braking side, AC supply from TFP 1 goes to
ATFEX, from there to RSI 1 where rectified to DC and smoothened by SL 1.
Therefore DC current is fed to all TM fields (RSI1 to MF 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 to MF 3 and
back to RSI1) in series.
During RB all the traction motors work as generators.
While progressing notches in braking side the 6 TM fields get excited and
magnetic flux is created.
As the armature is already in motion it cuts the magnetic flux and EMF is
generated in armature.
This generated EMF is fed to RF resistances.
Current in the separately excited fields of each TM may be increased or decreased
by progression / regression of tap changer through MP depending upon the
dynamic braking effort required to control the speed of the train.
Hence kinetic energy of moving train is converted into electrical energy by TMs
and dissipated in the forced air-cooling braking resistance bank.
The retardation force will be developed in the TM armature.
Current generated in the TM armature depends on the braking excitation current
and speed of the train.
RF resistances are cooled by MVRF (DC series motor), which is connected to TM
1 armature out put.
When MVRF is working effectively, LSDBR SIGNALLING lamp extinguishes
through QVRF relay.
Generation of Current & induced EMF during RB is limited to 600 Amps & 325
volts.
Protective Equipment in RB:
QE:
It is an over current protection relay for excitation. During RB, if excitation current
exceeds 900Amps to ATFEX, this relay will energize and cause auto regression of GR by
de energising Q50 relay. When this relay energizes, a red target drops on the face of the
relay.
QF 1 & 2:
These are over current protection relays for generated current. During RB, if
generated current exceeds 700 Amps, this relay will energise and cause auto regression of
In WAG7 and RB provided WAP4 locos RSI 2 out put is connected to all TM fields
in series (RSI 2 to MF 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 to MF 6 and back to RSI 2).
During RB, ammeters and voltmeters will indicate the amount of current and
voltage generated in TM armatures. During RB, ammeter deviates down wards and
voltmeters deviate upwards.
RB can be operated only when all TMs are in service.
Do not use RB When Q50 relay is wedged.
Do not use RB when MP is not working.
Minimum working limit of DBR is 30 KMPH.
While on RB, if experienced No Tension, BP pressure will drop through IP valve.
LP should bring MP to 0, to avoid further dropping of BP.
a6 L1 L2 L3 L4 L5 L6
C145
RSI1 SL1-1 CTF1
QE
8 2
QRSI1 RU1 RF1 M RU5
RU2 RF2 RF3 RF4 RF5 RU6 RF6
SL1-2 V
R
ATFEX ELM
1 F 2 3 4 5 6
a5
CTF3 QF1 QF2
U1 U2 A3 U5 U6
A4
CTF1 CTF1 CTF2 CTF2 CTF2
7 1 9 3 7 1 8 2 9 3
CTF 3-4
4 10 QD1
CTF 3-6
12 6
FROM SL2-1
RSI2
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SL2-2
J1 J1 J2
MF4
MF6
MF3
RPS6
2 J1 1
RPS4
MF2
MF1
6 5 3 6 J2 5
RPS1
2 J2 1
MF5
3 4
RPS2
4
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RPS3
RPS5
7 8 10
9 10 11 12 7 8 9 11 12
4 12 12 4
RQ20 11 11 CTF2
5 10 6 11 6 CTF2 5 5
13.2K CTF1 CTF3 10
CTF1
Q 20 QD1
HO 1 QD2 QD2
HO 2
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LINE CONTACTORS CONTROL CIRCUIT
CCPT(10A)
+110V
BL1 BL2 VS3
MP1 MP2
-,+,N(TR) GR CL 1-32
-,+,N(TR)
DJ BL1 BL2
Q50
L1 L3 L4 L6
CTF1(TR) DJ
CTF2(TR)
CTF3(TR) CTF1(TR)
CTF2(TR)
CTF3(TR)
HVSI1 HVSI2
HMCS1 HMCS2
0 1 2 3 0 1 2 3
QD1 QD2
HVMT1 HVMT2
Q 48 RQ 48
-VE
L1 L2 L3 L4 L5 L6 Q48
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Causes:
1. Train brakes not released or wet rail / oil /greasy substance on the rails.
2. Slipped pinion or locked axle,
3. Any one of the line contactor is opened or any cut in the pair of QD connected TMs.
4 Whenever any shunting contactor is welded in which QD is connected or any
shunting contactor may not be closed.
TROUBLE SHOOTING:
a) Check for
Line contactors
Electro valves and
Pneumatic pipelines. If any air leakage, try to arrest the same and
resume traction.
3. If there is no air leakage or it can not be arrested, trouble shoot as follows
ZQWC 2
ZQWC 1
0 1234 4321 0
QWC
QWC
MPS 2
MPS 1
GR QWC
0-1
SHUNT 1
SHUNT 2
SHUNT 3
QWC
RQWC
QWC QWC
QWC
S52
S62
S51
S61
S32
S12
S42
S31
S11
S41
S63
S33
S22
S21
S23
S43
S53
S13
B - ve
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MPS should be operated in the following manner
1. After applying maximum voltage to traction motors i.e., 750 volts.
2. After stabilizing current to traction motors.
3. GR should be in between 20-32 notches.
4. 30 seconds of time gap should be given for each MPS operation.
Control circuit of QRS2:
QRS2 is an emergency relay, provided in relay panel. Whenever BP drops by any
reason, it causes auto regression and stops functioning exhausters in DBC locos.
QRS2 will energise through CCLS, BL I/L, RGEB2 contact closes when the BP
pressure is more than 4.0 KG/CM2, self I/L of QRS2. Hence while running the train,
QRS2 will be in energised condition.
Whenever BP drops to 2.8 KG/CM2 or below by any reason, QRS2 will de
energise through RGEB2 contact. Then QRS2 I/L close on Q51 branch causing auto
regression of GR.
For a DBC loco, QRS2 I/L opens on exhausters control circuit causing C111 or
C121 to de-energise and hence exhausters will stop functioning. At the same time QRS2
N/o I/L on VEF (E) will open causing loco brakes to apply though PVEF is pressed.
This is a supervising relay provided to ensure correct preparation for the traction
as well as braking side. When ever cab1 MPJ is kept on F or cab2 MPJ is kept on R
position, J1 & J2 drums set to upward position. When ever cab1 MPJ is kept on R or
cab2 MPJ is kept on F position, J1 & J2 drums set to downward position. Traction side
supply for relay Q50 goes from CCPT fuse and through BL1, MPJ F or MPJ R, J1 F
& J2 F OR J1 R & J2 R, CTF1 (Running), CTF2 (Running), CTF3 (Running), C145
N/C, DJ N/O (now closed), Q50 N/C, GR 0, MP 0 and BL1 interlocks, the circuit
completes for Q50 relay and energizes. When Q50 is energised, its N/C I/L open and
path is maintained to Q50 through RQ50. Q50 N/O I/L closes parallel to GR 0 and MP
0 I/Ls, so the path to Q50 is maintained even after moving MP to N position and GR is
moved away from 0.
When ever Q50 is energised, the following I/Ls will close or open on different
control circuits that are given below.
i. NC interlock opens on QV64 branch in SIGNALLING lamp circuit. Hence
LSB extinguishes.
ii. NO interlock closes parallel to MP 0 and GR 0 interlock on Q50 control
circuit.
iii. NO interlock closes on line contactors control circuit.
iv. NC interlock opens parallel to RQ50 in Q50 control circuit.
v. NC interlock opens on VE2 coil in tap changer control circuit.
vi. NO interlock closes on VE2 coil in tap changer control circuit.
vii. NO interlock closes on VE1 coil in tap changer control circuit.
1. N/O I/L of Q48 closes in the branch of Q51 there by Q51 energizes causing
auto regression of GR.
2. N/O I/L of Q48 closes in the sanders control circuit there by VESA1&2 or
VESA3&4 energizes causing auto sanding.
3. N/O I/L of Q48 closes in the branch of LSP control circuit and causes the
lamp LSP to glow.
When ever QD1 is energizes due to the current difference in between TM2 and TM3,
QD1 N/O I/L closes in Q48 branch (below HMCS1). Similarly when ever QD2 is
energizes due to the current difference in between TM4 and TM5, QD2 N/O I/L closes in
Q48 branch (below HMCS2).
Q48 gets energizes when QD1 or QD2 Or both acts only if HMCS1 or HMCS2 is
placed in 1 & 3 position in non modified locos. In modified locos HMCS1 in 1 on 2 OR
HMCS2 is in 1 or 4 positions.
DJ Control Circuit
DJ control circuit is provided:
1. To give starting phase to ARNO,
2. To protect the loco if any of eight auxiliary motors is not working,
3. To protect the loco if ARNO is not working,
4. To protect RGR,
5. To ensure that GR is on 0 while closing DJ,
6. To protect feeding power circuit from over current and short circuit,
7. To protect auxiliary power circuit from over current and earth fault,
8. To protect traction power circuit from over current and earth fault,
9. It trips DJ, if GR is stuck up on full notches while doing quick regression with
MP.
Types of DJ:
CCDJ(6A)
C 118
700
CCBA BP DJ
HVMT1
(35A) Q 30 Q 45 QVMT1 C105
BL1DJ
717 BL2 DJ
HVSI1 BL1 BL2 HVMT2
QVSI1
ZPT1 BV ZPT2 QVMT2 C106
cl 1or2 cl 1or2 726
GR Q44 HVRH
CL.ON'O' BV
BL 1RDJ BL2 RDJ 0.6 Sec. QVRH C107
BP2DJ
HVSI2 731
HBA
QLA HVSL1
1 0
QVSI2 QVSL1
QOA HVSL2
ADD.CCBA QVSL2
(35A) Q45
QLM Q 44
HPH 0.6 Sec.
QPH
BA Q118 QOP1
110VD.C GR HQCVAR
5 Sec.
CL.ON QCVAR QCVAR
Q 46
QRSI1
HVMT1
C 105
ASMGR
CL.ON QRSI2 HVMT2
FULL GR C 106
NOTCHES CL.ON
0-5
QPDJ
C 107
C 118
0.6 Sec.
DJ 5 Sec.
-VE
Q 44 Q 45 C 118 EFDJ MTDJ Q 118
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QRSI1
HVMT 1
C105
ASMGR
CL.ON QRSI2 GR CL.ON HVMT 2
FULL 733 0-5 C106
NOTCHES S.I (HOR)
C118 DJ
C107
QRSI2
739
QPDJ
QPDJ
0.6Sec. C118
5Sec.
EFDJ MTDJ
Q 44 Q45 C118 MTDJ Q 118
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INDICATION/OPERATION ABNORMAL SIGN PROBABLE REASONS
No
a. Less air pressure in MR or RS
On closing BLDJ and pressing BLRDJ, LSDJ remains
1 ICDJ b. Q118/ Q45/ Q44/ C118/ EFDJ may not energise.
glowing
c. Check A conk for any slackness.
a. Derailment/ Accident (reducing of Vacuum / BP
levels in loco)
b. Defect/cut in Feeding Power/ auxiliary power
Close BLDJ, press BLRDJ. LSDJ extinguished, UA
Circuit.
2 needle not deviated, no auxiliaries sound, LSCHBA not NO TENSION
c. Defect in OHE/ track/ formation
extinguished and after 5.6 seconds LSDJ re-glows
d. Cut in Feeding Power circuit.
e. Foreign body on loco roof
f. No supply in OHE.
a. Less air pressure or QPDJ defective
Close BLDJ and press BLRDJ LSDJ flickering A BEGINNING
3 b. Check QOA/ QLA/ QLM for energisation.
c. Cut in MTDJ branch or defective MTDJ coil
Close BLDJ and press BLRDJ. LSDJ extinguished, UA a. Defective ARNO
4 needle deviated, auxiliary sound may heard LSCHBA not A ENDING b. Defective QCVAR
extinguished after 5.6 seconds LSDJ re glows.
Close BLDJ and press BLRDJ. LSDJ extinguished, UA Defect in
needle deviated, Auxiliary sound heard, LSCHBA also OPERATION B a. MVSL1/VLS1/ QVSL1
5 extinguished, after releasing BLRDJ, while counting PART-I b. MVSL2/VSL2/ QVSL2
15seconds LSDJ re-glows. c. MPH/PH/QPH
d. QCVAR N/O I/L
Close BLDJ and press BLRDJ. LSDJ extinguished, UA Defective Q30
OPERATION B
needle deviated, auxiliary sound heard, LSCHBA also
6 PART-II
extinguished, on releasing BLRDJ, LSDJ re glows
immediately
Defect in
Close DJ, close BLVMT, while counting 30 seconds
a. MVRH/VRH/QVRH.
7 LSDJ re-glows. OPERATION O
b. MVMT1/VMT1/QVMT1
c. MVMT2/VMT2/QVMT2
Defect in
Close DJ, close BLVMT and take one traction notch. a. MVSI1/VSI1/QVSI1
8 OPERATION I
While counting 15 seconds LSDJ re-glows. b. MVSI2/VS2/QVSI2 or
c. Sluggish operation of GR.
a. All contactors not closed
Close DJ, close BLVMT and take six traction notches.
b. Any one of C107 / C105 /C106 not closed
9 While counting 15 seconds LSDJ re-glows. OPERATION II
c. C107, C105&C106 closed but N/O I/Ls
defective.
a. Defective QPDJ
b. Slackness of CCDJ /CCPT/CCA
c. Moisture in system
10 DJ trips in various occasions other than above indications. TWAC d. Defective SMGR
e. Defective ZPT I/L
f. Momentary defect of any I/L in the DJ control
circuit.
SL
INDICATION/OPERATION ABNORMAL SIGN PROBABLE REASONS
No
On closing BLDJ and pressing BLRDJ, LSDJ remains a. Less air pressure in RS or MR
glowing b. Less air pressure in VCB unit
1 ICDJ
c. Q118/ Q45/ Q44/ C118/ MTDJ not energised.
d. Defective C118 N/O I/L
Close BLDJ, press BLRDJ. LSDJ extinguished, UA 1. Derailment/ Accident (reducing of Vacuum / BP
needle not deviated, no auxiliaries sound, LSCHBA not levels in loco)
extinguished and after 5.6 seconds LSDJ re-glows 2. Cut in Feeding Power Circuit.
2 NO TENSION 3. Defect in feeding power circuit.
4. Defect in OHE/ track/ formation
5. Foreign body on loco roof.
Close BLDJ and press BLRDJ LSDJ flickering a. Less air pressure or QPDJ defective
3 A BEGINNING b. Check QOA/ QLA/ QLM for energisation.
Close BLDJ and press BLRDJ. LSDJ extinguished, UA a. Defective ARNO
4 needle deviated, auxiliary sound may hear LSCHBA not A ENDING b. Defective QCVAR
extinguished after 5.6 seconds LSDJ re glows.
Close BLDJ, press BLRDJ. LSDJ extinguished, UA Defective DJ N/O I/L
needle deviated, auxiliary sound heard LSCHBA also
AENDING PART II
extinguished just before releasing BLRDJ, LSDJ re-
glows (LSCHBA flickering)
Defect in
Close BLDJ and press BLRDJ. LSDJ extinguished, UA
a. MVSL1/VLS1/ QVSL1
needle deviated, Auxiliary sound heard, LSCHBA also OPERATION B
5 b. MVSL2/VSL2/ QVSL2
extinguished, after releasing BLRDJ, while counting PART-I
c. MPH/PH/QPH
15seconds LSDJ re-glows.
d. QCVAR N/O I/L
Safety relays may act at any stage. So before confirming the above failures ensure that
safety relay targets are normal.
No tension may be experienced at any stage even during trouble shooting for other failures.
Do not panic.
Before going to Trouble shoot for the tripping failures switch ON, ZCPA and proceed
further.
Do not leave the train with only loco brake. After stopping the train, both loco and train
brakes should be applied by SA-9 and A-9 and keep them in application position only.
IMPOSSIBILITY TO CLOSE DJ (ICDJ):
On closing BLDJ and pressing BLRDJ, LSDJ remains glowing.
Reasons:
Less battery voltage
Less air pressure in MR or RS.
Any one of Q118/ Q45/ Q44/ C118/ EFDJ might have not energised (in case of VCB
locos MTDJ coil not energized in place of EFDJ).
Check A conk for any slackness.
Trouble Shooting:
BATTERY VOLTAGE IS O:
Keep HBA on 1 and press ZUBA. If battery voltmeter (UBA) indicates O, defect is
either with Addl. CCBA or any one of the battery might have open circuited. Replace
Addl. CCBA (in battery box No.1) with a good fuse and try.
a) Finding Open Circuited Battery
1. Operate HBA two or three times and check the battery voltage. If it shows normal
voltage resume traction.
2. If still BA voltage is O, open the cover of battery boxes, check the terminals and
condition of batteries. If any terminal is loose or broken or any battery is found burst
or defective, isolate the defective battery as per the instructions given below and
resume traction.
3. If all battery terminals are intact and there is no abnormality in the battery, connect
positive and negative terminals of each battery with a suitable cable duly keeping
MCPA ON. If MCPA starts while doing so conclude that battery as defective and
isolate the same and resume traction.
4. If UBA indicates 'O' even after doing so, close ZCPA and check the working of
MCPA. If MCPA works normally and able to build up pressure in RS ignore UBA
and resume traction.
5. If MCPA does not work, change Addl. CCBA & CCBA and try. If unsuccessful
contact TLC.
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b) UBA indicates normal voltage when HBA is on 1 but shows very less voltage when
ZCPA is switched ON:
1. Open the covers of battery boxes, check the battery terminals and condition of
batteries. If any battery terminal is slack or any battery is defective, isolate the
defective battery as per procedure given below and resume traction.
2. If battery terminal and batteries are found normal, keep HBA and ZCPA on position
1, connect positive and negative terminals of each battery momentarily with a piece
of insulated wire and check the battery voltage each time. If battery voltage reads
normal, when the terminals are touched and MCPA starts working, isolate that
particular battery as per procedure given below and build up pressure with MCPA.
c) Procedure for isolating a defective battery:
1. After confirming the defective battery, keep HBA on O and disconnect the positive
and negative terminals of that battery.
2. Connect the disconnected positive and negative terminals together tightly with a bolt
and nut.
3. Wrap the terminals with insulation tape and ensure that it is not touching with any
part of the loco or battery.
4. Check the battery voltage. If it is normal or above 90V, resume traction. If BA
voltage is less than 90V, contact TLC.
Less air pressure in RS
a. Switch ON MCPA if MCPA is not working;
1. Keep HBA on 1 & unlock BL. If battery voltage reads O, and all pilot lamps are
not glowing renew the Addl. CCBA fuse and try.
2. Switch on ZCPA and check the battery voltage. If it is too low, there may be a partial
dead cell. Isolate the same as per the instructions given in 3.1.1(b) and resume
traction.
3. If the battery voltage is above 90 volts, check the fuse CCBA. If it is melted, renew
the fuse and resume traction. If it melts second time, place HOBA in OFF, renew the
fuse and resume traction.
4. If CCBA melts even HOBA in OFF position. Check LTBA, if the colour is changed
remove 003 wire insulate it with tape to avoid touching with loco body clear section
and contact TLC.
5. If CCBA is in good condition operate ZCPA, 2 or 3 times and check MCPA. If
MCPA works, resume traction.
6. If MCPA does not work, check the terminals of ZCPA and MCPA. If any one is
disconnected, connect the same and resume traction.
7. If unsuccessful, contact TLC.
Note: Addl. CCBA is provided in battery box No.1. (Some locos are provided with
MCB)
Though MCPA is working but RS pressure is not building up:
1. Ensure ZPT is in 'O' and both pantos are in lowered condition.
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2. Ensure MCPA is working normal and check RAL COC is opened, if it is closed,
open the same and build up the pressure in RS and resume traction.
3. Check CPA, PANTO, RS, DJ oil separator and RDJ drain COCs, if any one is
opened, close the same and try to build up pressure and resume traction.
4. If still unsuccessful, close R1 COC and try to build up the pressure in RS and
resume traction. Ensure there is no leakage from SS1.
5. If still unsuccessful close RAL COC, build up pressure in panto pipeline and RDJ
till SS1 blows. Keep MCPA working, place ZPT on 1. If panto raises, again allow
SS1 to blow then close DJ and immediately start MCP. After building up 6.5
Kg/cm in MR, stop MCPA, open R1 COC and resume traction.
6. If unsuccessful, open RAL COC, operate HOM and build up air pressure in RS
till SS1 blows. Keeping MCPA working, take out ZPT from HOM, place ZPT on
1, close DJ and immediately start MCP. Stop the MCPA only after the MR
pressure is raised to 7kg/cm and resume traction.
Q118 IS NOT ENERGISED
1. Ensure battery voltage is above 90 volts.
2. Ensure the pantograph is in raised condition. If it is lowered, check the fuses CCBA
and CCPT.
3. If one or both fuses are melted, renew the same. If it melts again, place HOBA in
OFF position, renew the fuse and resume traction with precautions.
4. Ensure C118, C105, C106 and C107 are fully opened. If any one is not opened, open
it and check Q118 is energised.
5. Ensure the relays Q44 and Q46 are not in energised condition.
6. Ensure GR is on 'O' (LSGR is glowing).
7. If everything is normal, manually operate Q118.
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5. Avoid quick regression of GR.
Q45 IS NOT ENERGISED
1. Ensure BLDJ is closed, ZPT is in '1'position, LSGR is glowing, and SMGR drum is in
'O'.
2. Press BP2DJ instead of BLRDJ for closing DJ and press BP1DJ couple of times to
make proper contact.
3. Check CCDJ, if it is melted, renew the fuse. If it melts second time, put HOBA in 'OFF'
position, renew the fuse and operate Q45 manually.
4. Change ZPT position and try.
5. If once again the fuse is melted, try from rear cab. If unsuccessful, contact TLC.
6. If CCDJ is in good condition, operate GR manually from 0 to 5 notches and back to
0. Then try to close DJ and resume traction.
7. Change ZPT position and try.
Manual energisation of Q45:
1. Keep ZPT on '1', Close BLDJ, Press Q45 and release after 4 seconds of
extinguishing of LSDJ.
2. If DJ closes, resume traction. Every time for closing DJ, operate Q45 manually.
3. If DJ does not close check Q44, C118 and EFDJ.
Q44 NOT ENERGISED
1. Ensure Q118, Q45 are energised and GR is in O.
2. Operate GR manually 0 to 5 and back to 0 and try to close DJ and resume
traction.
3. Clean the interlocks of Q118 and Q44.
4. If unsuccessful, operate Q44 manually.
Manual energisation of Q44
1. Close BLDJ, keep ZPT in 1 position and depute Asst Loco Pilot to watch RGR.
2. Press BP2DJ and press Q44 manually.
3. Release Q44 as soon as DJ is closed and release BP 2DJ after extinguishing of
LSCHBA.
4. If DJ holds, resume traction. Every time for closing DJ operate Q44 manually.
5. While operating Q44 manually, if any abnormality is noticed, release Q44 and
trouble shoot for the same.
6. While manually operating Q44, if DJ does not close, wedge Q44 and work further
with precautions.
Note: Q44 should not be pressed for more than one second.
Precautions before wedging Q44:
1. Conduct GR efficiency test.
2. Take the permission from TLC for wedging Q44.
3. Wedge the relay with suitable material.
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Precautions after wedging Q44:
1. Check the working of all auxiliary motors while on run.
2. Check the OHE voltage frequently and trip DJ when OHE voltage drops below
17.5KV.
3. Take all the precautions which have to be taken after wedging Q118.
C118 NOT CLOSED:
1. Place HBA on 'O' and check the C118 wire connections (wire Nos. 740 & B315). If
they are disconnected, connect them.
2. If wire connections are normal, check the flexibility of the contactor. If it is not
moving freely, try to rectify it. If unsuccessful contact TLC.
3. Clean the interlocks of QCVAR, Q45 and Q44 and try to close DJ.
4. Try in LT, if successful, loop the wires 726-731 at HOM and take the precautions that
have to be taken for wedging of Q44.
5. If unsuccessful, contact TLC for advice.
Note: C118 should not be operated manually for closing DJ.
EFDJ NOT ENERGISED (MTDJ not energised in VCB loco):
1. Ensure MR/RS pressure is above 6.5 Kg/cm, R1 COC and RAL COC are open,
and C118 wire connections (739 & 733) are intact. Gently tap the safety relays.
2. Buildup air pressures in RS up to 8 Kg/cm or until SS1 blows and close DJ.
3. If DJ does not close, gently tap QPDJ and try to close DJ. If successful work the
train.
4. If DJ does not close, place HQOA on 'O' and try to close DJ. If successful work the
train duly watching the auxiliary power circuit equipment frequently for any
abnormality.
5. If DJ does not close, place HQOP1 & HQOP2 one by one on 'OFF' position and try
to close DJ. If successful, work the train duly watching the concerned traction
power circuit equipment for any abnormality.
6. If not successful place HQOA O, HQOP1 and HQOP2- OFF position and try.
7. If not successful place HOBA also in OFF position and try.
8. In VCB locos, loop the wire no. 733 & 739 of C118 and ensure C118 is opened
after closing of DJ.
Note: After clearing the block section, normalise the switches (HQOA, HQOP1 &
HQOP2) one by one and keep the defective one isolated.
If unsuccessful contact TLC.
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Precautions for wedging of other relays
Q50:
BEFORE WEDGING: AFTER WEDGING:
1. Ensure J1, J2 are in proper direction 1. Do not operate MPJ.
according to cab. 2. Should not perform shunting. If it is
2. Ensure CTF1,2,3 are in traction side. required to perform shunting, operate
3. Ensure C145 is opened fully. MPJ ensure J1 & J2 set properly for every
movement.
3. Bring MP to 0 when DJ is tripped on
notches.
4. Do not operate RB.
Q51:
1. GR will not regress through Q20 / Q48 (QD) /QRS 2/PR2. Hence ensure correct current
rating, observe LSP, observe BP level.
Q118:
BEFORE WEDGING AFTER WEDGING
1. Ensure C118 opened fully. 1. Ensure C118 open fully.
2. Ensure C107, C105, C106 are opened 2. Ensure proper working of MVRH, MVMT1,
fully. MVMT2, MPH, MVSL1, MVSL2 & ARNO
3. Ensure HVRH, HVMT1, HVMT2, frequently.
HPH, HVSL1, HVSL2, HQCVAR in 3. Ensure transformer oil level is normal.
1 position. 4. Observe restricted current rating of 750/500
amps.
NOTE: Inform to TLC at next station.
Q44:
BEFORE WEDGING AFTER CLOSING DJ
1. Obtain permission from TLC. 1. Ensure C118 is opened fully and no
2. Conduct GR efficiency test and ensure GR abnormality in RGR.
is moving with in the time. ( for 2. Ensure OHE supply is above 17.5 kv
progression 0-32 & regression 32-0 with in and avoid manual operation of GR.
11-13 seconds.) When SMGR pressure is 3. Ensure proper working of auxiliaries
sufficient. provided on Q118 & Q44 branches.
3. Ensure GR drum is on 0. 4. Ensure Q118 in energized position and
4. Ensure Q118 is normal. avoid quick regression of GR.
5. Ensure C118 open fully. 5. Check transformer oil frequently.
6. Ensure HVSI 1 & HVSI 2 are in 1
position.
7. Note down transformer oil level.
NOTE: while closing DJ, depute asst. loco pilot to observe RGR from corridor.
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Q45:
BEFORE WEDGING AFTER CLOSING DJ
1. When ever loco is having A ending 1. Ensure OHE supply is more than 17.5kv and
trouble should not wedge Q45. proper working of VSI1 & VSI2.
2. Ensure BLDJ open, GR is on 0, ZPT 2. If DJ required to be open for a longer period
on 1 and pantograph is raised. remove wedge of Q45 or keep HBA on o to
3. Ensure Q118 & Q44 working normal. avoid chattering of Q44 & Q118.
4. Close BLDJ for closing of DJ. 3. If DJ is tripped with any reason, open BLDJ
immediately to avoid DJ chattering.
Note: After wedging Q45, relays Q118 & Q44 will chatter till DJ is closed. So, close DJ with
out any delay.
NO TENSION:
After tripping DJ on line and while trying to close DJ, LSDJ extinguishes, UA meter
needle does not deviate, no sound comes from auxiliaries, LSCHBA does not extinguish, and
LSDJ glows again (i.e. DJ trips) after 5.6 seconds.
CAUSES:
1. Train formation derailed and infringing with the OHE.
2. OHE supply is earthed through loco roof equipment or through foreign body/Panto
entanglement.
3. Panto not touching to contact wire properly.
4. No supply in OHE.
5. Cut in roof bar towards raised panto.
6. Open circuit in auxiliary or main transformer winding.
TROUBLE SHOOTING:
1. If BP/Vacuum drops suddenly and followed by no tension, switch ON flasher, stop the
train and check the formation. If any infringement is noticed with adjacent track protect
the train as per GR and SR.
2. If there is no sudden drop of BP/Vacuum, Check for any abnormality in the track ahead
(Adjacent train formation may be infringing the track). If so, stop the train immediately
and act as per GR and SR.
3. Check loco roof for any foreign body or loco roof equipment or cut in roof bar or panto
whether touching to contact wire.
4. If any foreign body is noticed or loco roof equipment is touching to roof or cut in OHE
is noticed immediately stop the train, secure the loco and contact TPC and attend the
trouble.
5. If panto is not touching to contact wire, try with other panto or trouble shoot for panto
not rising.
6. If everything is normal, try to close DJ.
7. If power is not restored lower the working panto and raise the other panto. Close DJ, if
power is restored work with other panto.
8. If still unsuccessful, check for any flash when other panto is touching to contact wire.
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9. If flash is noticed, while raising other panto or closing DJ, lower the panto. Contact
TPC and obtain power block to check for any abnormality on the roof and OHE. If no
flash is noticed when rear panto touches the contact wire and power is restored, resume
traction.
10. If still power is not restored, stop at convenient place. Then lower both the pantographs
and contact TPC.
11. If power is restored after 5 minutes clear the section with a speed restriction of 60/30
KMPH when view ahead is clear or view ahead is not clear duly observing the adjacent
line OHE also. If any abnormality is noticed in OHE, stop the train and inform to TPC
immediately.
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CAUSES:
1. Defective ARNO
2. Defective QCVAR
TROUBLE SHOOTING:
1. Check for proper working of ARNO.
2. If ARNO is working properly, place HQCVAR in '0' and close DJ duly releasing BLRDJ
promptly after 4 seconds after deviation of UA needle. Resume traction and note that
LSCHBA will not extinguish. Check the CHBA ammeter and ARNO frequently on run.
Note: Relay Q-45 should not be wedged if the loco is having Operation 'A' Ending
trouble.
OPERATION 'A' ENDING PART II (In VCB type DJ provided locos only)
While trying to close DJ, LSDJ extinguishes, UA meter needle deviates, sound
comes from the auxiliaries and LSCHBA also extinguishes and just before releasing BLRDJ,
LSDJ re -glows.
CAUSE:
Defective DJ N/O I/L on MTDJ branch
.
TROUBLE SHOOTING:
Loop 733-739 wires at C118 contactor duly taking precautions.
OPERATION 'B' PART-1
DJ trips after releasing BLRDJ with in 15 seconds
CAUSES:
1. MVSL-1 may not be working or defective QVSL-1
2. MVSL-2 may not be working or defective QVSL-2
3. Defective QCVAR N/O interlock
4. MPH may not be working or defective QPH
TROUBLE SHOOTING:
1. Place HVSL-1 & HVSL-2 on `3' position and HQCVAR & HPH on 0 position and
close DJ.
2. If DJ holds, check the working of MVSL-1 and MVSL-2. If any one of them is not
working, isolate concerned MVSL (keep concerned MVMT & MVSI on 0) and work
onwards with 50% of the maximum load permitted.
3. If MVSL 1 and 2 are working normal, trip DJ, place HVSL-1 on position '1', close DJ
and wait for 15 seconds. If DJ trips conclude QVSL-1 is defective place HVSL-1 on '3',
normalize the other switches (i.e.HVSL2, HQCVAR & HPH) and work onwards duly
watching the working of VSL-1 blower.
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4. If DJ holds after keeping HVSL1 on 1 position, trip DJ, place HVSL-2 on position '1',
close DJ and wait for 15 seconds. If DJ trips, conclude QVSL-2 is defective,
placeHVSL-2 on '3', normalize the other switches(i.e HQCVAR & HPH) and work
onwards duly watching the working of VSL-2 blower
5. If DJ holds after keeping HVSL1&HVSL2 on 1 position, trip DJ; place HQCVAR on
position '1', close DJ and wait for 15 seconds. If DJ trips, QCVAR N/O interlock on
Q118 is defective, place HQCVAR on '0', HPH on '1' and work onwards duly watching
ARNO.
6. If DJ holds after keeping HVSL1,HVSL2&HQCVAR on 1 position, conclude defect is
with MPH or HPH keep HPH on 0 position and work further duly observing transformer
oil level, working of VRH and follow current rating of 750 A for 5 min, 500 A
continuous up to next station and contact TLC.
OPERATION 'B' Part-11
DJ trips immediately after releasing BLRDJ (DJ remains closed as long as BLRDJ is
pressed)
CAUSES:
Defective Q30.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
Loop wire no. 700 and 717 at the back of relay Q30, close DJ and resume traction duly
watching UA meter needle and open DJ, when UA meter needle drops below 17.5 KV or on
hearing decreasing noise of auxiliaries. (Or) Wedge relay Q45 in energised condition and work
onwards observing the following precautions.
Precautions:
1. Ensure GR is on 0 before closing DJ.
2. DJ closes as soon as BLDJ is closed. So whenever DJ trips immediately open BLDJ.
3. At neutral section open BLDJ at DJ opening board and close BLDJ only at DJ closing board.
4. After closing DJ ensures OHE voltage is above 17.5 KV. If it drops below 17.5Kv, open DJ
immediately. Check the working of VSI-1 & VSI-2 frequently on run.
OPERATION 'O'
DJ trips after closing BLVMT within30 seconds
CAUSES:
1. MVRH may not be working or defective QVRH
2. MVMT-1 may not be working or defective QVMT-1
3. MVMT-2 may not be working or defective QVMT-2
TROUBLE SHOOTING
1. Place HVRH, HVMT-1 and HVMT-2 on 3 position. Close DJ, close BLVMT and wait
for 30 seconds.
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2. If DJ holds, check the working of VRH, VMT-1 and VMT-2. If any blower is not
working, trip DJ isolate the concerned motor and work further.
If MVRH is not working, Place HVRH on '0', ensure C-107 is fully open and work
upto next station with 750 A for 5 minutes and 500A continuous current rating.
Switch ON BLVMT and check C105 & C106 are closed. If they are closed,
clear the block section with in 5 notches or wedge Q118 in energised condition and
clear block section. Ensure the working of MPH.
If MVMT-1 is not working, Place HVMT-1, HVSI-1 and HVSL-1 on '0', ensure C-
105 is fully open and work onwards with 50%of maximum load permitted.
If MVMT-2 is not working, place HVMT-2, HVSI-2 & HVSL-2 on 0, ensure
C106 is fully open and work onwards with 50% of maximum permissible load.
Inform TLC.
3. If all the 3 blowers are working normally with HVRH, HVMT-1 and HVMT-2 on 3
position , clear the block section, trip DJ, place HVRH on '1' close DJ, close BLVMT
and wait for 30 seconds. If DJ trips, QVRH is defective, place HVRH on '3' and other
two switches on '1', work further duly watching VRH blower working frequently.
4. If DJ holds with HVRH on '1', trip DJ, place HVMT-1 on '1', close DJ, close BLVMT
and wait for 30 seconds. If DJ trips, QVMT-1 is defective, place HVMT-1 on '3' and
HVMT-2 on '1' and work further duly watching working of VMT1 frequently.
5. If DJ holds with HVMT-1 on '1', it indicates QVMT-2 is defective, so keep HVMT-2 on
'3' and work further duly watching VMT-2 blower working frequently.
OPERATION I
DJ trips within 15 seconds after taking first notch.
CAUSES:
1. CCPT melting on first notch
2. Sluggish operation of SMGR
3. MVSI-1 may not be working or defective QVSI-1
4. MVSI-2 may not be working or defective QVSI-2
TROUBLE SHOOTING
1. If fuse CCPT melts after taking first notch, renew the fuse and try.
2. If it melts again after taking first notch place HOBA in 'OFF' position and try. If it melts
even with HOBA in 'OFF', renew the fuse and clear the block section with manual
operation of GR.
3. Place HVSI-1 and HVSI-2 on '3', close DJ, close BLVMT, take one traction notch and
wait for 15 seconds.
4. If DJ trips, it indicates sluggish operation of GR, place HVSI-1 and HVSI-2 on '1', close
DJ, keep MP on 'N', take one traction notch with manual control of GR. If successful,
clear the block section with 30KMPH of speed duly watching RGR, and contact TLC.
5. If DJ holds after keeping HVSI-1 and HVSI-2 on '3', check the working of VSI-1 and
VSI-2 physically. If any one is not working isolate the defective MVSI and its concerned
MVSL and MVMT and work further with 50% of the maximum load permitted.
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6. If both VSI-1 and VSI-2 blowers are working, work up to next station. Trip DJ, place
HVSI-1 on '1', close DJ, take one traction notch and wait for 15 seconds. If DJ trips,
conclude QVSI-1 is defective, place HVSI-1 on '3' and HVSI-2 on '1'. Close DJ and
resume traction duly watching VSI-2 frequently.
7. If DJ holds with HVSI-1 on '1' and HVSI-2 on '3', conclude QVSI-2 is defective. Resume
traction duly watching VSI-2 frequently.
OPERATION 2:
1. All contactors not closed
2. Any one of the contactors of C107/ C105/ C106 not closed
3. C107, C105 & C106 closed but their I/Ls defective.
If all EM contactors are not closed
a) Check CCA fuse.
b) Check for energisation of Q100.
c) Ensure C118 chronometric I/L is good, otherwise, loop wire Nos. 089 100.
d) If still Q100 is not energised, wedge it in energised condition and work with
precaution.
If any One of the Contactors of C107/ C105/ C106 Not Closed
1. Keep concerned switch in 3 and try.
2. Check QTD 105 and QTD 106 for energisation.
3. If still not closing, check the condition of contactor coil wire connections and
flexibility of contactor.
4. If still unsuccessful, wedge contactor and work with precautions.
5. When C107/ C105/ C106 wedged, keep concerned switch on 3 position to give
initial path to Q 118.
Even after closing C105, C106, C107, but if any N/O I/L is not closed:
1. Keep HVMT 1 & HVMT 2 switches in 3 and close DJ. If still trouble is existing,
conclude C107 N/O I/L is defective, work by wedging Q118 in energise position
with precautions.
2. After keeping HVMT 1 & HVMT 2 switches in 3, if DJ not tripped, clear the
section, normalize one by one switches and find out where the trouble is, keep
concerned switch in 3 and work further with precautions.
CCA MELTING EVEN HOBA IN OFF DUTIES OF LOCO PILOT
If CCA is fused even HOBA in OFF, work the train by wedging of minimum contactors, in
the following manner.
I. VACUUM TRAIN:
A) Wedge any one of the contactors of C121/C111 with necessary precautions.
B) Wedge any one of the contactors of C101/C102/C103 with necessary
precautions.
C) Open CDC drain cock slightly to maintain the pressure in the system for
9.5Kg/cm2.
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II. AIR BRAKE TRAIN:
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SMGR CONTROL CIRCUIT
This circuit is having progression coil branch (VE1), regression coil branch (VE2),
Auto regression branch (Q51), notch by notch regression branch (Q52), GR full notch
protection branch (Q46), GR oil pump branch (EVPHGR).
Notch By Notch Progression
When MP is moved from 0 to N and from N to + position, VE 1 will energise through
1. CCPT should be in good condition
2. MP closes on + I/L
3. BL I/L closes when unlocked
4. ZSMS closes on '1' position
5. Q52 N/C I/L
6. Q51 N/C I/L
7. Q50 N/O I/L
8. ZSMGR closes on 6o clock position (Pacco switch should be projected)
9. GR closes on 0-31 I/L
10. SMGR pressure is between 2.5 to 3.5 Kg/cm2
Now VE 1 coil will energise and GR moves from o to 1 notch.
At half notch Relay Q 52 Will energise in the following manner.
Initially
1. MP closes on +
2. ASMGR closes in between notches I/L
3. Q52 N/C self I/L
4. Relay Q52 in de energise condition (Closes its N/C I/L)
After energising maintaining path of Q52
1. MP closes on +
2. Q52 N/O I/L
3. Q 46 N/C I/L
4. RQ 52
When Q 52 is energised, its N/C I/L will open on VE 1 coil branch. So, VE 1 de
energizes and further progression is stopped
To take another notch, leave MP (It will move to N position and Q52 de energizes )
Again move MP to + position to take next notch.
Notch by Notch regression:
When MP is kept in - position, VE 2 energizes through
1. CCPT should be in good condition
2. BL I/L
3. MP closes on -
4. ZSMS closes on '1' position
5. Relay Q52 N/C I/L
6. Relay Q51 N/C I/L
7. Relay Q50 N/O I/L
1. Rotate the ZSMGR handle with in 0.5 second otherwise DJ will trip.
2. Asst. Loco Pilot has to observe the RGR carefully from corridor for any smell / Smoke /
Fire.
3. During the manual operation of GR, speed should not exceed 30 KMPH.
4. In emergency, Loco Pilot has to trip DJ for controlling / stopping the train.
5. To reclose DJ Asst. Loco Pilot has to bring GR to 0 manually.
6. Asst. Loco Pilot is responsible for doing the manual operation of GR.
Q 46 branch:
For quick regression, when MP kept on 0position Q46 relay energizes through GR
closes on 1-32 I/L, ASMGR opens in between notches I/L, Q 46 N/C self I/L and ZSMGR 6 0
clock I/L, In between notches, Q46 de energizes since ASMGR I/L is opened. During quick
regression with MP, if GR stuck up on full notch, Q46 will energize and trip DJ (after 5.6
seconds) by opening its N/C I/L on Q118 branch. After energising Q 46, N/C self I/L will open
and path will be maintained through RQ 46 on Q46 branch.
Q 51 branch:
Q 51 will energize in the following occasions
1. If BP pressure drops below 2.8 Kg/cm2, QRS 2 will de energise and its N/C I/L will
close on Q 51 branch.
2. If QD 1 or QD 2 is energised, Q 48 will energise and its N/O I/L will close on Q 51
branch.
3. If Traction Power Circuit is fed more than 750 Volts, Relay Q 20 will energise and its
N/O I/L will close on Q 51 branch.
4. If Vacuum is dropped with out A9 or BP pressure drops below 4.4 Kg/cm2 is with out
A9, PR 2 will energise and its N/O I/L will close on Q 51 branch.
5. QVCB 6. 0-15 NOTCHES I/L ON ROOF MOUNTED RB
TRACTION FAILURES
TOTAL LOSS OF TRACTIVE EFFORT WITH GLOWING OF LSB:
Operate MPJ handle from forward to reverse for 2 to 3 times and finally keep it in
required direction. Ensure EP cocs in open position.
Take necessary precautions and check for proper setting of J1 & J2 according to the cab
leading i.e., both J1 & J2 manual operating handles should be in upwards for cab1 leading
and downwards for cab 2 leading.
Ensure CTF1, 2, 3 manual operating handles are in upwards (traction side)
Ensure C145 is open fully.
Clean the interlocks of Q50, Operate Q50 manually and try
Operate BL key 2 or 3 times.
If still un-successful, wedge Q50 in energized position.
PRECAUTIONS AFTER WEDGING Q50:
A. MPJ should not be operated up to destination.
B. Shunting is prohibited. if required in emergency personally ensure proper setting of
reversers for every operation of MPJ.
C. RB should not be used.
D. When DJ is tripped on notches, keep MP on 0 to bring GR to 0.
Write remarks in loco logbook inform to TLC at first opportunity.
VII. OPERATION O (After closing DJ and after extinguishing of LSCHBA and after closing
BLVMT, DJ trips with in 15 seconds):
a) Put HVMT 1 & 2 and HVRH on 3 and close DJ and close BLVMT after extinguishing of
LSCHBA.
b) Ensure the working MVMT-1, MVMT-2 and MVRH. If any one of the blowers are not
working isolate the same and work with precautions.
c) If all the 3 blowers are working normally with HVRH, HVMT-1 and HVMT-2 on 3
position , clear the block section, trip DJ, place HVRH on '1' close DJ, close BLVMT and
wait for 15 seconds. If DJ trips, QVRH is defective, place HVRH on '3' and other two
switches on '1', work further duly watching MVRH blower working.
d) If DJ holds with HVRH on '1', trip DJ, place HVMT-1 on '1', close DJ, close BLVMT and
wait for 15 seconds. If DJ trips, QVMT-1 is defective, place HVMT-1 on '3' and HVMT-2
on '1' and work further duly watching working of MVMT1 frequently.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
1) On run when DJ trips, along with safety relays, check LSSIT lamp also.
2) Do not wedge any electro magnetic contactor.
3) Dont operate any program switches while static converter is functioning. If necessary
operate the switch only after opening of DJ.
4) Whenever SIV unit trips, Static converter will try to restart within 20 sec. for 2 times before
going to permanent shutdown mode (for 3rd tripping).
5) Whenever LSDJ glows first, before LSCHBA, trouble may be with DJ control circuit.
Troubleshoot accordingly.
6) Whenever LSCHBA glows before LSDJ, it indicates static converter has initiated the
tripping.
7) BA on load test is not possible in SIV locos since HCHBA is not provided.
8) Do not take notches without closing BLVMT, other wise DJ trips after taking 1 st notch or
after taking 6th notch.
9) During on run examination of the loco, ALP should check for SIV panel lamps and also
CHBA voltmeter and ammeter readings.
Signalling lamp control circuit
1) When SIV trips, QSIT energizes and
LSSIT lamp glows on desk
2) QCON interlock is also provided in
MU SIGNALLING.
3) After the energizing of QCON,
LSCHBA extinguishes.
DJ
CTF1
(BR)
CTF2
(BR)
CTF3
(BR)
CTF 1 (TR)
C107
2Sec
BA -VE
QSVM C107 C105 C106 C145 C108 LSDBR
ETTC/BZA/SCRly
Different SIV make panels
KEY PURPOSE
ACK This key is used for acknowledge the fault displayed on the screen.
MENU This key is used for selection of various operations.
CURS UP For moving the cursor up.
CURS DN For moving the cursor down.
ENTR This is the command terminator
MAIN UNIT:
Main unit is mounted in relay panel. This unit performs the main task of fault diagnostics
and control and comprises of the following:
1) Digital input cards : 8 Nos.
2) Digital out put cards : 5 Nos.
3) Analog input cards : 1 No.
4) Interface card : 1 No.
5) CPU cards : 2 Nos.
6) Power supply cards : 2 Nos.
SIGNAL CONDITIONING UNIT:
1) It is mounted above the main unit.
2) It accepts locomotive HV input of auxiliary supply, ARNO/SI output & TM armature
voltage (of only one TM) through a terminal block and gives digital output to CPU.
TROUBLE SHOOTING:
1) Pilot lamps will not glow, no message on display unit and loco will not energize. Take
the following actions.
2) Ensure battery voltage is above 90 V
3) Check Add. CCBA, CCBA, CCPT and CCCPU, if any fuse melted, renew the same. If
again melts keep HOBA in OFF and renew the fuse.
4) Place HBA in OFF and wait for three minutes and again try to energize the loco.
5) Still unsuccessful, contact TLC.
ICDJ:
1) Check Add. CCBA, CCBA, CCPT & CCCPU. If any fuse melts, renew the same. If
again fuse melts, keep HOBA in OFF and renew the fuse
2) Ensure MR/RS pressure is above 8Kg/cm2.
3) Check safety relay target, if any relay energised, act according to TSD.
4) Ensure BA voltage is above 90 Volts.
5) Ensure all EM contactors are fully open.
6) Operate BP1DJ 2 or 3 times and try.
TLTE:
1. If LSB glowing ensure J1, J2, CTF1, CTF-2, CTF-3 and C145 are in proper position.
2. Ensure SMGR pressure is between 2.5 to 3.5 Kgs./cm2.
3. Ensure RGEB 2 COC is in open condition.
4. Try with EEC operation.
5. Ensure ZSMGR handle in 6o clock position and pacco switch is in lifted condition.
6. Ensure HVSI1&2, HVMT1&2 are in either 1 or on 3 position and ensure EP1&EP2
COCs are in open position.
7. Try from rear cab.
8. Keep HOBA in OFF and try.
9. Try to clear the section by manual operation of GR.
Auxiliary Converter:
General:
The motors used for the auxiliary circuits are 3-phase squirrel cage motors. The cost of
maintenance is therefore low. There are total 12 auxiliaries run by 3-phase, 415 V AC supply.
This 3-phase 415 V, AC supply is obtained by Auxiliary converter to feed different 3-phase
auxiliaries and one battery charger.
The auxiliary circuits are controlled as required. The traction motor and oil cooling blowers run
only when required. The control electronics adjusts the blower speeds depending on measured
operating temperatures, nominal traction values and speed.
Transformer and traction converter oil pumps work continuously whenever the auxiliary
converters are operating.
Auxiliary converter receives single -Phase AC 1000 volts supply from auxiliary winding of
main transformer.
This single-phase supply is fed to rectifier module auxiliary converter where it converts into
DC supply. This DC supply is fed to DC link to suppress AC pulses in DC.
1. Air pressure goes below 8 Kg/cm2 : Only one CP starts alternately up 10 Kg/cm2.
2. Air pressure goes below 7.5 Kg/Cm.: Both CPs start till 10 Kg/cm2 of pressure
3. Air pressure goes below 5.6 kg/cm: Low pressure, main reservoir message appears
on the screen with priority-1 fault along with LSFI indication. No TE/BE is possible
Braking: When the handle of the brake controller is placed in apply position the control
circuits will produce the pressure to give the relevant brake pipe pressure.
The brake signal from the brake controller causes the control pressure to fall to the
level demanded by the particular brake code which in turn causes the air from the brake pipe
now enters into atmosphere through E-70 valve. The brake pipe pressure is then held
constant at a reduced level, which corresponds to the particular braking requirement, against
any normal leakage by the self-maintaining feature.
Emergency: When the handle of the brake controller is placed in the EMERGENCY
position one of the cam operated switches within the controller opens to cut off the power
supply to all E.P. valves of E-70, except the Isolate E.P. valve which is already de-
energized. At the same time the pilot valve in the Loco pilots brake controller opens venting
the operating air from above the piston in the emergency exhaust valve located in the Loco
pilots cab. This valve then opens to vent the brake pipe direct to atmosphere at the
emergency rate.
In addition to direct exhaust as all the electrical supply is switched off the Release
and Application E.P. valves are de-energized causing the valve E-70 to lift and therefore
vents the brake pipe to atmosphere. In emergency, brake of 2Kg/cm2 is applied through C3W
valve in to brake cylinders.
Neutral: When the handle of the brake controller is in the Neutral position the cam
operated switches within the controller cut off the power supply to all the E.P. valves (except
Isolate E.P. valve which is already de-energized) as for the Emergency position.
Sanders start
LSP glows
TE/BE difference is reduced by control electronics.
If necessary required braking force is given to wheel by applying loco brakes by
control electronics- you can see that BC needle ups and down. (Which is limited to
0.6 Kg/cm2 to 1.0 Kg/cm2)
Note:
If anti spin brakes are not applied at the time of wheel slipping, then wheels will get
off loaded and to avoid further spinning, CE will reduce tractive effort. This will
affect the hauling of load
When train is in motion with speed more than 10 KMPH, Start/Run interlock get
activated if BC pressure rushes above 0.6 Kg/cm2 and TE becomes 0.On run during
anti spin brakes, 0.6 Kg/cm2 to 1.0 Kg/cm2 pressure rushes in brake cylinder.
So as per above, due to this 0.7 Kg/cm2 pressure TE get reduced to 0 affecting
haulage of load.
At present anti-spin brake is not in service.
Brakes through Blending Valve:
If LP is controlling the train through DBR/BE mode and suddenly regenerative
braking gets cut off automatically due to internal fault or VCB tripping, to compensate
regenerative braking, blending valve sends the MR pressure in the brake cylinder in
If PB are released through manual lever, BPPB will not extinguished in Energized
loco and Loco pilot may get indication of application of PB and throttle will not
respond, in such case press BPPB to release PB even though PB are released
manually.
Ensure releasing of PB by physically shaking the brake block.
In dead loco even though there is no air pressure the PB will remain in applied
condition, but once the brakes get released, then PB cannot be applied again until the
loco takes on pressure. So, while shunting the dead loco and stabling there after, this
fact should be kept in mind and loco should be secured properly by wooden wedges
since hand brakes are not provided in the loco.
Locking Of Parking Brakes:
Parking brakes can be locked in applied or in release condition. For this purpose locking
arrangement is provided on release and application plunger of solenoid valve 30.
If plunger is pressed and then rotated, it remains in that condition until unlocked again
by rotating it and taking out the plunger out side.
For locking the parking brake, follow the instructions of the division, if any. Otherwise
dont lock the parking brakes.
Regenerative Braking:
This is an electrical braking system in which brakes are applied on loco without
physical application of brake blocks or brake block failure.
1. Brake block does not apply on wheel so wheel, and brake block wear is eliminated.
2. Reliable braking.
3. Smooth controlling.
4. Energy generated during braking is fed back to OHE i.e. it works just like a small
power station and helps in energy conservation.
5. Braking is available up to 0 KMPH.
6. When throttle is put to BE side, traction motor works as generator and generates 3-
phase, AC supply which is converted into DC supply by Loco pilot converter and fed
to line Converter through DC link. In line converter this DC supply is again
converted into single phase/AC supply in such a way that it induces supply equal to
line voltage in main transformer through converter, which later is fed to OHE through
VCB and pantograph.
At the time of Regenerative braking, the TE / BE meter deviates down ward in
BE mode.
Miscellaneous
Pantograph:
Two pantographs are provided on either end of loco. Design of pantograph is same as
other AC locos. For raising and lowering of pantograph one switch ZPT is provided on
panel A having 2 positions, UP and DOWN.
On pressing switch down ward (i.e. position UP) and release - panto will raise.
On pressing switch upward (i.e. position DOWN) and release - panto will lower.
Note: The rear panto will rise automatically.
1. MEMOTEL functions
2. Catenary voltage display
3. Emergency brake Cock on assistant Loco pilots side
4. Cab and desk lighting
5. Windshield wipers
6. Fault display screen
7. Marker lights switches
8. Cab venting and heating
9. Crew fans
10. Hand lamp socket
Resetting of MCB
Sometimes MCB trips momentarily without any equipment failure. Loco pilots
should reset MCB once.
While resetting ABB make MCB, resetting screw below the respective circuit breaker
turns to horizontal position from initial vertical position. This screw should be turned to
vertical position first and then, MCB should be reset by lifting its handle.
For resetting MG make MCB, handle should be pulled first downward towards
offside and then in upward direction towards on to reset the MCB, otherwise the MCB will
not hold.
If it is needed to trip any MCB, trip it with proper procedure i.e. by rotating screw or
by pressing tripper knob provided on MCB. Dont trip any MCB directly and in VCB closed
condition.
Flasher light
1. Automatic flasher light system is provided.
2. One additional flasher light unit is provided in cab at ALP side, ensure that switch
provided on it is at ON.
3. To switch on the flasher rotate the switch provided on panel C.
4. If on line CE gets off and at the same time if flasher is required then, switch ON it in
cooling mode.
5. Note that in panto down condition, CE remains ON only for 10 minutes after that CE
will get off automatically. So, in such cases (like accident), flasher should switch ON in
cooling mode.
6. Note: That flasher glows only when CE is ON or in cooling mode.
PANEL-C
COC 74 70 136 47
Open Open Open Close
LIVE -SU
Horizontal Horizontal Vertical Horizontal
DEAD Close Close Close
Open Vertical
( Towed) Vertical Vertical Horizontal
Open Close Close Close
As Banker
Horizontal Vertical Horizontal Horizontal
Circuit breakers provided in auxiliary circuits cubicle-1(HB-1)
OPERATING MANUAL
Energising of Loco:
1. Check the machine room and cubicle HB1/2,SB1/2 and pneumatic panel and ensure
that all Circuit breakers, rotating switches and Cock at Pneumatic Panel are at
Normal position and ensure that key IG-38 is provided on pneumatic panel. Also
ensure that panto selector switch is at normal position.
2. Switch ON compartment light, it ensures closing of MCB 112 of battery.
3. Put battery additional circuit breaker No.112.1 to ON position in cubicle SB-2.
Also ensure that CHBA circuit breaker No. 110 (SB-2) is at ON position.
4. Go in operating cab.
5. Insert A-9 handles at Neutral position and keep it in RUN position by lifting
lock.
6. Insert BL key at OFF position and turn it to D position
a. Light of screen (panel-C) and MEMOTEL will get ON.
b. MCPA will start (if pressure is less).
c. UBA will deviate to 110 volts.
d. LSDJ will glow.
All above indications indicates that Control Electronics is get ON.
7. The message Loco is in configuration, please wait will appear on the screen and
self testing is done for 10 seconds.
8. During testing, all pilot lamps will glow and extinguish, Bogies-1 & 2 meter will
deviate both in TE/BE mode and comes to 0.
9. After testing FLG No. 504 will be displayed on the screen. Now press ZPT in
UP mode for raising of rear pantograph and confirm the touching of panto with
contact wire by seeing physically and also U-meter will deviate and indicates OHE
voltage.
10. No.550 will display on the screen- now press BLDJ for closing VCB and check
LSDJ is extinguished. Now DJ will close, loco will energize and all the auxiliary
motors will start automatically.
11. Ensure that BLCP is at AUTO position.
12. No.570 will appear on the screen.
13. After building of MR pressure to 6.4 Kg/cm2, set Reverser to F/R as per
requirement. (FLG 590 will show on the screen.)
Note: If the reverser is set without confirming the MR pressure above 6.4 Kg/cm2,
P 1 message will be there on screen- indicating wrong operation.
14. Apply loco brakes
Now release the parking brakes
Ensure BP pressure is 5 Kg/cm2
Ensure AFI is at Zero.
15. Now operate throttle in TE direction.
1. CE gets automatically off after 10 minutes if BL-key is rotated from D toOFF (as
explained in self hold mode)
2. CE will get off automatically after 10 minutes in driving mode also, if panto is
remained in lowered position for more than 10 minutes.
3. If the key switch is moved from D to Off without opening VCB and lowering
panto graph, results in automatic shutdown of the loco.
Cooling Mode:
Whenever temperature of control electronics is increases above 70 0 then lamp LSCE glows
on Panel A and throttle will not respond.
1. Try to coast in to station or stop the train at suitable place.
2. Inform SCOR/TLC regarding cooling.
3. Keep the throttle on 0.
4. Keep SA9- in applied condition and A-9 to emergency.
5. Open VCB and lower the pantograph.
6. Switch off CE as per procedure.
7. Put BL key from C to OFF.
8. Again put BL key from off to C and ensure that UBA shows battery voltage and
LSDJ glows, Screen is off - no node information. (Note CE is OFF)
9. Now raise the panto, close the VCB- LSDJ will extinguish and loco will energize in
cooling mode.
10. Machine room blowers & scavenge blowers will start automatically to cool the
machine Room. Ensure working of machine room blowers.
11. When the machine room temperature goes below 70OC then LSCE will extinguish.
12. Now Open the VCB, lower the pantograph.
13. Put BL from C to Off and off to D and energize loco & resume traction.
14. If LSCE is not extinguished for a longer period, energise loco as per procedure and
try. If succeeded, resume traction, and ignore glowing of LSCE, inform to TLC.
Operation of Reverser:
Reverser has following 3 positions.
Position F : Forward
Position O : Neutral
Position R : Reverse
Throttle and reverser are interlocked mechanically.
Note: 1. If TE doesnt increase beyond 300 KN in WAG 9/WAP 7 & 150KN in WAP
5 then check ZTEL (Panel A), which should be in ON,
2. The % tractive/braking effort is indicated on the two-tractive/braking meters
on panel A.
Display Screen
List of Subsystems
SS01 : Main power
SS02 : Traction Bogie 1
SS03 : Traction Bogie 2
SS04 : Harmonic filter
SS05 : Hotel load
SS06 : Aux Converter 1
SS07 : Aux Converter 2
SS08 : Aux Converter 3
SS09 : Battery System
SS10 : Brake System
SS11 : Auxiliaries HB1
SS12 : Auxiliaries HB2
SS13 : Cab 1
SS14 : Cab 2
FLG2 ISOLATED
No electrical brake power available, Inform to TLC and make a remark in the
log book
Pantograph
In multiple operation, both the most distant pantographs are raised if pantograph
selector switch in both the locomotives are in position AUTO. The train bus connections
define the free end of each locomotive.
The command from the master locomotive to raise/lower the pantographs also controls the
pantographs on the slave locomotive.
Note: Whenever the simulation key switches on the master and slave locomotives are not in
the same position, the pantograph are not active (fault message).
Regenerative brake
During multiple operation, there is a limitation on the regenerative brake on the slave
locomotive. This limitation reduces forces on the loco buffers (prevention of derailing).
Anti-spin protection
The anti-spin protection of the slave locomotive is independent of the master
locomotive.
Compressor control
The compressors are able to operate in three different operating modes. These modes can be
selected with the spring-loaded switch BLCP, (Panel A).
Pos. Off Compressor switched off.
Pos. Auto Automatic pressure monitoring.
Pos. Man Compressor switched on (manual monitoring).
The selected position of the compressor switch is transmitted to the slave locomotive.
In the Main and Off positions, all main compressors in both locomotives are
controlled directly.
In the position Auto, these are the following actions:
1. A main reservoir pressure below 8 Kg/cm2 on the master or slave locomotive
activates a particular compressor on both locomotives. Each locomotive switches
alternately and independently between its two compressors.
2. A main reservoir pressure below 8.5 Kg/cm2 on the master or slave locomotive
activates all compressors on both locomotives at the same time.
3. At a main reservoir pressure below 6.4 Kg/cm2, each locomotive independently
control its compressors.
Parking brake
The multiple unit cannot drive if one of the parking brakes is applied.
Note: An activated parking brake on the master or slave locomotive is indicated in the
activated Loco pilots cab of the master locomotive by the red illuminated push button
BPPB.
Emergency Brake
An emergency brake on the slave locomotive can only be initiated in the following manner:
1. By actuating the brake handle of the automatic train brake to Emergency position.
2. By actuating the emergency brake Cock on the assistant Loco pilots side. If the
pressure switch 269.1 on the master or slave locomotive registers actuation of the
Note:
1. If configuration proves impossible (or if no locomotive is available)
locomotive number 00000 appears.
2. If more than one Loco pilots cab is activated in both locomotives, one is
shutdown and a corresponding message appears on the displays in both
locomotives.
Uncoupling
Starting position:
Master and slave locomotives are available and both are ready.
1. Shut down both locomotives (VCB switched off, pantograph lowered).
2. Remove the UIC cable and disconnect the locomotives pneumatically and
mechanically.
3. Both the locomotives are now ready for setting up as a single locomotive.
PASSENGER LOCOS
SL MAINTENANCE PASSENGER LOCO WHERE TO BE
NO SCHEDULE WAM-4 & WAP-1 & WAP-4 DONE
1 IA 45 days 3 days Home shed
2 IB 90 days 3 days Home shed
3 IC 135 days 3 days Home shed
nd
4 2 IC 270 days 5 days Home shed
5 AOH 18 months 15 days Home shed
36 months 1 month or6 lakh KMs
6 IOH (4 lakh KM for WAM4) whichever is Home shed
earlier.
6 years 3 months or12 lakh KMs
7 POH (8 lakh KM for WAM4) whichever is Work shop
earlier.
Sl MAINTENANCE
WAG-9 WAP-5 / WAP-7
No SCHEDULE
3000 KMs or one trip which
1 Trip Inspection 45 days
ever is later
IA 90 days 90 days
2 IB 180 days 180 days
3 IC 270 days 270 days
4 AOH 18 months 18 months
4 years 6 months or
6 years 6 months or
6 IOH 12 lakh Km. whichever is
12 lakh Km. whichever is earlier.
earlier.
12 years 6 months or 24 lakh 9 years 6 months or 24 lakh
7 POH
Km, whichever is earlier. Km, whichever is earlier.
PV1 PV2
MR4
COC
A9 MR
A9
MR
EX ST ST EX
BP BP
COC
RGEB1 HS4 NRV NRV
I/L I/L
VRV VRV
1.4TO1.7Kg/cm
C2A
HB5
O/L
EX
13 63 GD80D O/L
MU2B
7
NRV VAC
VAC
IP
VAC GD80E
E
RES VA1 EX
RS IP RS
VTP M
COC EX
DCV
ETTC/BZA/S.C. Railway
Vacuum Brake In DBC Locos
Equipments:
1. PV1 & PV2 - Vacuum exhausters 1 & 2.
2. Release Valves 1 & 2 - To maintain the vacuum level in the pipe between the
exhausters and VAIB control valve.
3. VAIB control Valve - For creating maintaining & destroying vacuum in the
vacuum train pipe.
4. VA1 Release Valve - For connecting the TP with VA1B control valve to
create vacuum.
5. A9 - Auto Brake valve. To Apply / Release vacuum / air
brake in Train.
6. MU2B - Control valve for MU operation.
7. C2A(BP) - To charge MR3 pressure into BP
8. HS4 Feed Valve - To supply reduced air pressure of 1.4 to 1.7kg/cm to
VA1B control Valve.
9. HB5 - To effect auto regression, when vacuum is dropped
during train parting.
10. RGEB-1 - Pressure Governor to energize PR-2 relay.
11. A1 Differential Valve - To actuate VA1 release valve on trailing loco (in MU
operation) and nullify the action of HB5 valve at the
time of brake release by A9.
12. IP(E) Valve - To operate emergency application valve
13. Emergency Application - To exhaust BP pressure when IP(E) gets de-energised.
Valve(IP(M) valve)
14. RS1 & RS2 - Asst loco pilot emergency brake valve.
15. Control Pipe - To connect A9 with MU2 B and C2A(BP) valve
16. A8 (L & T )Cock - To connect C2RV with BP line
17. VTP cut out cock - Vacuum train pipe COC to isolate train pipe from
VA1B & VA1 release valve.
18. A1 Differential COC - To isolate A1 Differential action
General introduction:
Braking system is very important for controlling the speed of train and also
for stopping train on different occasions. Braking is achieved by mechanical arrangement
connected to the piston of braking cylinder. The brake causes friction against the moving
wheel and thus retarding force develops causing the wheels speed to reduce. Mechanical
braking system is of 2 types, vacuum brake and air brake.
Working principle of vacuum brake system:
The continuity of vacuum in the train formation causes brake blocks to be
away from wheels and thus the brakes are released. This vacuum continuity is achieved by
connecting all vacuum hose pipes from loco to brake van. Vacuum is created by exhausters
provided in the loco.
EX EX
DUPLEX
BP 4.9 Kg/cm BP
COC
RS
MU2B 13 C2A RS
FP FP
IL 6 KG
FV 3
COC EX
IL
COC
A8
COC
OL OL
COC COC
ETTC/BZA/S.C. Railway
Working Of Air Brake System (BP)
Equipment
a) A9 - Automatic brake valve with feed valve and application
handle.
b) MU2B - Control valve for multiple operation.
c) C2 Relay valve (BP) - Valve for admitting air pressure from MR3.
d) MR Supply line - 8 to 9.5 kg/cm MR pressure to connect to both cabs A9.
e) Control pipe - To connect 5 kg/ cm to MU2B & C2 relay valve(BC).
f) BP brake pipe - Connected with train if it is air brake stocks and actuates
C3W.
g) A9 inlet & outlet - For isolating air supply to A9 in non working cab and supply
COC: air to A9 in working cab.
h) A8 or L&T COC - Lead or Trail cut out cock to cut off BP pressure from C2
relay valve (BP).
i) B.P gauge - To indicate BP pressure.
A9 Positions
1. Release - Charges 5 Kg/cm BP pressure
2. Minimum reduction - 0.4 to 0.6 Kg/cm BP pressure will reduce
3. Full service - 1..2 to 1.6 Kg/cm BP pressure will reduce
4. Over reduction - 2.2 to 2.8 Kg/cm BP pressure will reduce
5. Emergency - 5 Kg/cm BP pressure will reduce.
I. Initial charging of BP pressure:
a) MR pressure is 8 to 9.5Kg/cm2 and MR4 COC in open.
b) A9 I/L & O/L COCS open in working cab and close in non-working cab.
c) Both cabs A9 handles in release position.
d) Both cabs RS in close position.
e) MU2B is in lead position.
f) A-8 COC is in open position.
g) BP pipe to be coupled up to last vehicle, BP angle COCS of all vehicles to be
opened except loco front and last vehicle rear side.
After the conditions mentioned above are fulfilled, MR supply pipe line
pressure is reduced by A9 to 5Kg/cm2 and is charged in control pipeline, This control
pipeline pressure, when MU2B is in lead position (through 3 and 13 ports) acts on C2A
(BP) relay valve. 8 to 9.5 Kg/cm2 of MR3 pressure is available at C2A (BP). But it will
send the same amount of pressure which is acting on it through MU2B i.e. Only 5
Kg/cm2 of pressure will be fed to BP pipe line, provided A8 is in open position, when
BP pressure is 5 Kg/cm2, formation will be in release position.
II. Application:
a) To apply the brakes, keep A9 in application position.
Proportional Working
Equipment:
SUPPLY APPLY
COC COC
F1 EX
BC1 BC2
COC COC
BCPG1
BCPG2
BRAKE CYLINDERS
ETTC/BZA/S.C. Railway
Application of loco brake along with formation brakes is called proportional
working. When BP pressure is dropped, C3W valve senses the dropping of BP
pressure. C3W valve senses when BP drops 0.6Kg/cm2 with in 6 seconds. The
insensitivity of C3W valve is when BP drops 0.3Kg/cm2 with in 60 seconds. When BP
drops in loco, C3W acts and it takes proportionate MR4 pressure and passes via
2.5Kg/cm2 limiting valve or 2.0Kg/cm2 limiting valve and acts on VEF (M). Now VEF
(M) admits MR4 pressure to C2B valve through F1 selector valve and double check
valve. C2B valve now takes MR4 pressure and send to loco brake cylinders when both
trucks bogie isolation COCS are in open position.
To isolate loco brake application by A9, press PVEF. Now VEF (E) energizes
and admits MR4 pressure to VEF (M). Now VEF (M) exhaust port is connected to
C2B. The existing pressure from C2B to VEF (M) becomes 0. When there is no
actuation on C2B, the brake cylinder pipe line is connected to C2B exhaust port there
by the brake cylinder pressure become 0 and brakes are released.
Isolation of Loco Brake When Defective
a) The loco brakes can be isolated by placing C3W isolation handle in isolation
position (towards control reservoir of C3W side). This isolates the loco brake
during proportional working.
b) The direct air brake working can be isolated by closing SA9 Apply or supply
COC in working CAB and opening in rear CAB.
c) One truck loco brakes can be isolated by closing the loco brake cylinder isolation
COC provided on either side of the loco.
d) When both trucks bogie isolation cut out cocks are in closed position, the loco
brakes cant function with independent brake (SA9) or with proportionate brake
(A9).
e) Whenever the loco pilot does not require loco brakes to act along with the train
brakes he should press PVEF.
Air Brake Tests
1. CP EFFICIENCY TEST:
This test should be carried out on the single loco, if one loco is utilized for air
brake train. If there are more than one loco, this test is to be conducted on fore most
loco of the multiple units.
1. Keep A9 in emergency position.
2. Start MCPs and build up MR pressure up to 9.5 Kg/cm2.
3. Release A9; build up BP of 5 Kg/cm2.
4. Couple 7.5 mm diameter leak hole special test coupling fabricated to RDSO
design with brake pipe coupling of locomotive. In case of MU trains test coupling
should be fitted with BP pipe of the rear most locomotive
5. Open BP angle COC and note down time.
I. When BPSW is pressed, BP gauge needle should not drop below 4.4kg/cm 2
in 60 seconds.
II. When BPSW is not pressed, BP gauge needle should show between 2.5 to
3.5kg/cm 2.
1. The Loco Pilot must charge the BP to 5 Kg/Cm2 and must confirm from the
Guard that minimum 4.8 Kg/Cm2 in BV .
2. The LP must move the A9 automatic brake valve to reduce BP pressure to 4.0
Kg/Cm2 and must confirm from the Guard that BP pressure in brake van is
reduced by 1.0 Kg/Cm2 (in the range of 3.6 to 4.0). In this condition, train brakes
must also apply.
3. If BP pressure in BV does not show reduction in BP pressure in the range of 3.6
to 4.0 Kg/Cm2, it indicates discontinuity in brake pipe, which must be looked into
be TXR staff.
4. After that, the LP must move A9 automatic brake valve to running position and
check that 5 Kg/Cm2 BP pressure is registered in BP guage in loco and must
confirm from the Guard that minimum 4.8 Kg/Cm2 in BV.
5. After the BP pressure has stabilized in the locomotive, air supply for the BP
should be cut off by closing A-8 COC or E-70 COC (Ignore the message appeared
in 3- locos).
6. Then, the Guard shall immediately open the Emergency brake valve to vent out
the BP by 1.0 Kg/Cm2 and LP should observe that the pressure in the BP guage in
the locomotive is within in the range of 3.6 to 4.0 Kg/Cm2, otherwise it indicates
discontinuity in brake pipe, which must be looked into by TXR staff for
rectification.
7. After confirmation of continuity, open the A-8 COC/E-70 COC and restore the
BP pressure in the loco/SLR.
GDR Check
GDR check is required in following circumstances
1. At every loading point / un loading point the CC and premium rake BPC shall be
revalidated in the form of GDR check before commencement of journey and
observations will be recorded under the relevant columns of the Brake Power Certificate.
2. When a CC rake is unloaded in a tippler, the BPC revalidated by GDR check by Guard
and Loco Pilot.
3. When the due CC rake is detected in loaded condition, it shall be subjected to GDR
check and pushed to destination. From the point of detection to the nearest TXR points
will move on GDR check.
4. For end to end rakes, if the unloading point is not a TXR point, then the rake will be
cleared with GDR check to the next examination point in the direction of movement.
In addition to the duties laid down in Chapter IV of the General and Subsidiary Rules, the
Assistant Loco pilot shall be responsible for the following-.
I. Cleanliness of the locomotive.
II. During the run ALP shall examine the following items from time to time:
a) Battery / generator voltage.
b) Charging current
c) Transformer oil level and temperature.
d) Oil level in compressors and exhausters (during stoppings)
e) Functioning of blowers and auxiliaries.
f) Target indicator of relays.
III. Assistant Loco pilot shall assist the Loco pilot to enable him to carry out
instructions as detailed in Para 30604 and sub-Para 4 of 30634. ALP shall also
watch out for any unusual smell or abnormalities.
IV. ALP will report to duty with a neat appearance and proper uniform.
V. ALP will perform any other duty assigned to him by the Loco pilot and ATFR.
VI. For Rajdhani Shatabadi/Express or similar high speed trains the functions of
Asst. Loco pilot will be performed by the Co-loco pilot provided to assist the
train loco pilot.
VII. ALP will assist the loco pilot in attending any irregularities on line like ACP,
HPD etc.,
VIII. ALP will ensure draining of cocks to expel moisture whenever the train stops for
more than 15 minutes.
IX. ALP will be responsible for maintaining a log of times and detentions en-route.
X. ALP will exchange signals with loco pilot, station staff and guard of the train as
per instructions laid down in GR and SR.
Cleanliness of Loco
The Assistant Loco pilot is responsible for the cleanliness of the driving desk, cab, look-
out glasses and glass windows during preparation before departure, changing of crew and
inspection on arrival.
Traction Motors
Traction motors used in our loco are of DC series Motors. There are six Traction motors,
one per each axle is provided. Two types of Traction motors are being used in the
locomotive. They are TAO 659 and Hitachi.
Differences between TAO 659 & HITACHI
Sl.
TAO 659 HS-15250A (HITACHEE)
No
1 It is DC series motor It is DC series motor
2 continuous out put is 685 KW Continuous out put is 630 KW
3 Starting current is 1100A continuous Starting current 1200 A Continuous
BL1PRD BL2PRD
BL1PRR BL2PRR
ETTC/BZA/S.C. Railway
Horns Are Not Sounding
1. Check the air pressure in cab-1 center locker gauge and position of low tone (LT) and
high tone (HT) horns COCs. If the air pressure is less, build up the same. If COCs are
in closed position, open them and resume traction.
2. Try to sound the horns from assistant Loco Pilot side. If they are sounding instruct the
assistant Loco Pilot to sound horns wherever necessary and resume traction.
3. If they are not sounding, try to sound the horns from rear cab by assistant Loco Pilot. If
successful depute the assistant Loco Pilot to sound the horns from rear cab whenever
necessary. After clearing the section contact TLC for advice.
4. If rear cab horns are also not sounding, check the position of MR-4 cut out COC. If it
is closed, open the same check the working of horns and resume traction.
Duties of ALP at Neutral Section (With Single Loco)
1. While approaching neutral section, Assistant Loco pilot should build up 8Kg/cm2
air pressure in RS (BLCPD to be closed).
2. At the time of opening DJ ALP should properly remain in cab-2 and check that
contactors C-105, C-106 and C-107 are opened fully after DJ is opened and give
signal through BPT to the Loco pilot.
3. Check the battery voltage after DJ is tripped.
4. After DJ is closed check the contactors C-105, C-106 and C-107 are closed fully.
5. Check the working of VMT-1, VMT-2, VRH, VSI-1, VSI-2, VSLS, CP-1, CP-2,
CP-3 (if working), PV-1, PV-2 and ARNO.
6. Check the temperature of ARNO, MVMT-1, MVMT-2, MCP-1, MCP-2, MCP-3,
MPV-1 and MPV-2.
7. Check the oil drops in exhauster.
8. Check the transformer and GR oil levels.
9. Check for any abnormality in ARNO chest, motor chest and HT compartments.
10. Check the working of PHGR, drain out moisture from RDJ.
11. Check the working of CHBA and ammeter charging rate.
12. Give signal through BPT to the loco pilot and note the readings in ammeters,
voltmeters, notch repeater, speedometer, vacuum and MR gauges.
13. Look for any abnormality in the rear cab.
14. Check UBA reading.
15. Compare the rear cab readings with leading cab and make necessary remarks in
the pro-forma book as per standing instructions.
16. In case of any abnormality is noticed and if it requires attention at Crew changing
point / trip shed en-route, inform at the first opportunity to the TLC.
Stopping and Starting the Train on Up Gradient
1. Control the train with minimum application of vacuum / BP pressure.
2. Apply sand few meters before stopping the train.
3. Immediately after the train is stopped, apply SA-9 keep A-9 on run or release.
4. When the BP pressure / vacuum is fully recreated on train, there will be a
slightly back pull by the formation.
5. Before restarting, close ZQWC switch.
ACP pulled on air brake train (Air flow indicator shoots up suddenly with AFL
indications and train stops)
Apply SA-9 and depute the Assistant Loco Pilot to check the train. Simultaneously Guard
of the train also comes from the brake van. If phone facility is available on the train, the
Loco Pilot should inform the Guard and the train Superintendent to check the ACP along
with the C&W staff available on the train for this purpose. After identifying the ACP
pulled bogie, reason to be ascertained by the Guard or Train Superintendent for pulling of
ACP. Later ACP clappet valve to be reset with the help of ACP resetting key which is
available with C & W staff or Guard of the train.
Once ACP is reset the airflow indicator white needle drops back to the red needle level
and lamp LPAR gets extinguished. The train should be restarted as per the rules.
Note: Whenever clap-pet valve could not be reset or clap-pet valve leaking or any
leakage on ACP pipeline, close the ACP cut out COC duly informing the Guard.
Message should be given to arrange C & W staff to attend at the next TXR point.
Use of Fire Extinguishers
A. GENERAL :
1. Loco Pilot should ensure that four fire extinguishers are provided on the loco
before leaving shed and its locking clip, nozzle and spring valve and seal are
intact.
2. Ensure that the hole on the nozzle is clear.
3. Check that the fire extinguisher is not over-due and due for re-filling.
4. DCP fire extinguisher should be used for putting out electrical fire.
5. Read the instructions for using the fire extinguishers before using.
B. WHILE USING :
1. Whenever any smoke or fire is noticed on any equipment on loco, Loco Pilot
should take the following actions.
2. Trip DJ, lower panto, open HBA , stop the train and after securing the train,
3. Remove the fire extinguishers from the bracket and take it nearer to the
equipment on fire, cover your nose with a wet cloth.
4. Break the seal and remove the locking clip.
Check the items mentioned for left side examination from 1 to 8 except pulse
generator.
Check the sander control.
Check the feed valve 6 kg/ cm2, feed pipe with cut out COC.
Check the duplex valve for MR equalizing pipe.
Check SL 1.
Check NRV, MR3 with drain COC, battery box No.1
Check NRV, MR4 with drain COC, battery box No.2
Check centrifugal dirt collector with drain COC.
Check MR4 cut out COC.
Check C2 relay valve (B) for independent brake.
Check brake cylinder cut out COC.
Check air flow valve (in some locos provided in corridor 2).
Check centrifugal dirt accumulator drain COC above wheel No. 4.
Check R1 cut out COC above wheel No. 4
Loco Examination Front side (Cab 1 end):
Check all the items mentioned for front side examination on cab-2 end except
item 10 which should be between MR-3 and MR-4.
Under Gear Examination (Pit Examination):
(This examination is to be conducted in shed or where examination pit is
available)
0 I 0 I I II
BP2DJ
I II 3 1-2 1-3 I II
BP1DJ
QV60 QV61 QV62
C103 C102
2 2-3
I II 0 I I II
0 I II III
I II I II II III
C111 C106
Q49 Q50 Q52 HOBA OFF
ON
ECC
35 6 6 6
6 6 6 6
35 35 16 16 10 10 6 6 6 6
C B A
MCBTFS
CONKS
Corridor 1 Examination:
a. Enter from cab-2 to corridor-1 and check that the relays provided on cab-2
back panel are intact.
b. Check the colour of LTBA.
c. Check TFVT and R-118 for any abnormality. On some locos C-118 is
provided above R-118.
d. Ensure CHBA ammeter needle is on `0.
e. Check VMT-2, QVMT-2 and ARNO visually for any abnormality and
ensure earthing shunts on roof and auxiliaries are intact.
f. Check RSI blocks and isolating switches HVSI-2 and HVSI-1 on `1
position and trigger fuses should not be in projected condition.
g. Check visually HT-1, HT-2 and HT-3 for any abnormality.
h. Check the HOM and ensure four fit-chet keys are intact.
i. In motor chest No.1 check MVMT-1, MCP-1, MCP-2, MCP-3, MPV-1
and MPV-2 for any abnormality and vacuum equipments are not having
any abnormality.
Note: While passing Neutral Section Assistant Loco Pilot should check the
leading Loco as per procedure.
Q49 is a synchronizing relay. This will come into service in multiple units only
when notch by notch progression or notch by notch regression takes place with MP or
only during progression with EEC.
After unlocking BL in the leading loco, the feed from leading loco through CCLS
fuse (wire No. 211 of pilot lamp control circuit) goes to rear loco through D coupler
(wire No.18) and reaches up to Q49 N/O I/L. The same feed is also taken through wire
No. 15 of D coupler and is going up to QV62 N/C I/L on Q49 relay branch in rear loco
and the same feed is also taken back through wire No. 16 of D coupler up to QV62 N/C
I/L on Q49 branch in leading loco.
When MP is moved to + in leading loco, in both locos VE1 coil energizes and
GR moves in clock wise direction in both locos. The feed is taken through 079 wire No.
to Q52 of leading loco and also to Q52 of trailing loco to energize at half notch and
further progression is stopped. Once GR is moved away from 0, the relay QV62 gets de
energised and its N/C I/L closes on Q49 branch. When MP is moved back to N
position, the relay Q52 de energizes and its N/C I/L closes on Q49 branch. So on every
full notch (other than 0) and when Q52 is in de energize position, Q49 relay energizes.
While operating MP for notch by notch progression or notch by notch regression
(or during progression with EEC), if in any one loco GR struck up on full notch in that
defective loco Q52 will not energize (since GR not rotating) and Q49 will be in de
energize position. Defective loco Q49 N/O I/L close in between 211 & 079 wire Nos.
The supply from CCLS & BL of leading loco passes via trailing loco Q49 N/O I/L
(already closed) and waits at ASMGR closes on full notch interlock in both MU locos.
While operating MP for next notch progression or for next notch notch regression, both
locos progression or regression coils energizes but in healthy loco Q52 energies at half
notch and in defective loco Q52 will not energize (since GR not rotating). In healthy loco
when Q52 is energised, its N/c I/L opens on Q52 branch and path is maintained through
TO
RGAF
IN
OUT
CHOKE 5.5mm 6
P1 MU2B
11 12
3 13 63 HB5 COC
HB5
MR4 12 10 CHOKE
11 13
9
C2A EX
RELAY cut in 6.5kg/cm RGEB1 NRV
VALVE cut out 7.5kg/cm
G F
D I
close below4.4kg/cm 8 L
A8 COC open above4.7kg/cm 0 T VA1 REL
E E
cut in 2.8kg/cm RGEB2 R
cut out 4.0kg/cm P2
VTP COC MR4
COC
BRAKE PIPE
ETTC/BZA/S.C. Railway
MODIFIED PNEUMATIC CIRCUIT OF DUAL BRAKE LOCOMOTIVES
(AFL PROVIDED)
close below4.5kg/cm 2
A9 open above4.8kg/cm VA1B
6
P1 MU2B
11 12
3 13 63 HB5 COC
HB5
MR4 12 10 CHOKE
11 13
9
FROM
C2A MR3 EX
RELAY cut in 6.5kg/cm RGEB1 NRV
VALVE cut out 7.5kg/cm
2
1
3
G F
D I
close below4.4kg/cm 8 L
A8 COC open above4.7kg/cm 0 T VA1 REL
COC
BRAKE PIPE
ETTC/BZA/S.C. Railway
INTEGRATED AUTOMATIC FLASHER LIGHT CONTROL CIRCUIT
CCPT(10A)
110V BA +VE
+VE CCLSA(6A)
+VE
OP 3.0kg/cm OP 4.7kg/cm
CL 4.0kg/cm CL 4.4kg/cm RGAF
TS RGAF P2 open below6.5kg/cm
close above7.5kg/cm
RGEB1 FLCU1
PR2 PR1 ON
Sec OFF
BPSW1 BPSW2
open 4.8kg/cm P1
close 4.5kg/cm FLCU2
QFL
SW1
ON
OFF
QFL
1 2
MAGNET
VALVE 60
RELEASE SEC
RUN
-VE B-
MV-4 PR1 LSAFL PR2 QFL BUZ1 BUZ2
ETTC/BZA/S.C. Railway
AUTOMATIC SWITCHING ON FLASHER LIGHT:
This is provided for switching on Flasher light automatically during any
emergency situation such as ACP, BP pressure/ Vacuum dropping or during derailment,
etc,. It does not take any responsibility of Loco Pilot in abnormal situation like train
parting, etc,. as given in G&SR. Loco Pilot should keep the manual push button switch
BPSW 1/2 pressed during brake release/ initial charging.
When BP pressure drops below 4.4 Kg/cm2, automatically P2 I/L will close and
Buzzer and Flasher light will work through P2, PR1, SW & QFL I/Ls. At the same time
LED indication will also come in the cab. By energising PR2 relay, circuit will maintain
through PR2 I/L and it's I/L will close on Q51 branch and auto regression of GR will
takes place. If it is Vacuum stock, through HB5 valve RGEB1 will act and it's I/L will
close on AFL circuit and Flasher light will work.
Loco Pilot can isolate Flasher light and Buzzer by pressing SW1/2 provided in the
cab, if required. LEDs will extinguish only after BP pressure recharged to 4.7 Kg/cm2.
Relay PR1 is provided for avoiding AFL when Loco Pilot applying brake through
A9. When BP pressure drops through A9, P1 will actuate at 4.5 Kg/cm2 and PR1 Relay
will energise and it's I/L will open on AFL branch and action of P2 will nullify. When
Loco Pilot again keeping A9 in release position, control pipeline pressure will create
immediately and PR1 will de energise after 60 seconds. Due time lag I/L of PR1, flasher
light will not work even though BP pressure is not creating up to 4.7 Kg/cm2 within 60
seconds.
Whenever ACP takes place on passenger train, with the action of RGAF,AFL
comes into service, then Loco Pilot shall stop the train immediately when Buzzer sounds
with LED indication comes in the cab. If any abnormality noticed, Loco Pilot has to
protect the train as per rules. Loco Pilot can switch off AFL by SW1/2 if every thing is
normal only.
TESTING:
Preparation:
1. Keep SA 9 in application position.
2. Ensure BC gauge reads 3.5 Kg/cm2
3. Personally ensure that all brake cylinders are applied and brake blocks are
touching to the wheels.
4. Keep HVSI 1&2 and HVMT 1&2 on '0'
1. WITH TSAFL:
a. Take few notches.
b. By pressing TSAFL, Flasher light will glow, GR will come to 0, Buzzer will
sound and LEDs will glow.
NOMENCLATURE DESCRIPTION
A-8 1" Ball type cut off cock without vent
A-15 1/2" Ball type cut off cock without vent
A-19 Emergency application valve-IP(Mech.)
A-20 Magnet valve -VEF & IP (Elec.) & VEUL
A-21 3/4" Ball type cut off cock without vent
A-24 C3W Distributor valve with Reservoir, isolating cock & filter
A-25 D24B Feed valve set at 6.0 KG/CM2
A-26 Pressure switch (SWC)
A-28 Automatic isolating valve VEF (Mech.)
A-29 C2 Relay air valve-1 (C2B)
A-30 2Lts. Reservoir (Timing chamber-C2A)
A-31 C2 Relay valve with 6 mm choke at exhaust (C2A)
A-33 3/8" Double check valve
A-42 Air flow measuring valve
A-51 Pr. switch for flow indicator (RGAF)
A-57 1/2" BSP Plug
A-61 MU2B valve
A-62 F1 Selector valve
A-63 Pressure reducing valve (2KG/CM2)
A-64 Relay valve Type - R6
B-8 3Lts. Reservoir (Timing chamber-C2B)
B-15 Pressure switch (RGEB2)
B-16 3/8" Ball type cut off cock without vent
C-21 3/8" Air strainer
Auxiliary Panel-1 (Cab1 back panel)
NOMENCLATURE DESCRIPTION
A-20 Magnet valve (VEAD)
A-32 1/2" Ball type cut off cock with vent
C-6 1/2" Ball type cut off cock without vent
C-10 1/2" Air strainer
C-16 Panto magnet valve (VEPT1)
C-17 1/2" Ball type cut off cock with vent
C-21 3/8" Air strainer
C-29 Sanding magnet valve (VESA)
C-31 Compressor governor (RGCP)
Auxiliary Panel-2 (Cab2 back panel)
NOMENCLATURE DESCRIPTION
C-6 1/2" Ball type cut off cock without vent
C-10 1/2" Air strainer
C-16 Panto magnet valve (VEPT2)
C-17 1/2" Ball type cut off cock with vent
C-29 Sanding magnet valve (VESA)
Working of Lobby
Crew lobby is meant to book the crew i.e. Loco Pilot and Assistant Loco Pilot and Guard
for an ordered train in case of goods working and as per crew link in case of coaching
trains. Crew controller is in-charge for crew lobby in shift system. Chief Crew
Controller is over all in-charge for the running staff of that depot.
According to the train ordering by traffic department, crew will be nominated and
called for on-duty. The call book will be given to the crew in advance. The crew should
report at the crew lobby as per the on-duty time given to them. They have to go through
the various registers meant for them and acknowledge the instructions given to them,
later they have to under go the breath-analyzer test. After passing the breath-analyzer
test, they have to sign on in sign on register.
On arrival of the train prescribed for them, they have to take charge of the train
and have to work up to the destination / next crew changing point. After working the
train and on arriving to the crew lobby, crew has to make their remarks in the registers
provided in crew lobby and has to undergo the breath analyzer test and then they will sign
off.
Now a days, crew booking it self is done with the software supplied by CRIS i.e.
Crew Management System. Touch screen monitors are provided in crew lobby. Every
crew member is given a username & password to enter in to the crew management
system in which he can go through all the above said registers on line and signing on
online after breath-analyzer test.
Various registers maintained in crew lobby.
1. Combined Signing ON and signing OFF register
2. Divisional Caution Order register
3. Safety fly leaf
4. Safety circulars
5. Shed order book (SOB)
6. VIGIL
7. Abnormality reporting registers
a. Signal defect register
b. Track defect register
c. Loco abnormalities register
8. Late train movement register
9. Staff over due for PME register
10. Staff over due for Technical / G&SR register
11. Staff screened & eligible to work Passenger / Mail Express trains in exigencies
register
12. Vision test register
13. Turn round timings register for coaching
14. Turn round timings register for goods
15. Crew Controller Diary
16. Learning road due register