BNSF Air Brake & Train Handling

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Reuces equalizing reservoir and brake pipe pressure 6 to 8 psi

Minimum reduction:

2% or greater for a distance of 2 miles or more

Mountain grade is

Slack action

Movement of part of the coupled train at a speed different from another part of the train is referred to as:

at the point of installation

Where must the emergency function of an operable 2-way end of train device be tested?

Taper

Which dynamic brake system will develop maximum retardation in handle position 4 at higher speeds?

The person performing the air brake test.

While air brake test are being conducted, who is in charge of the train?

Further service brake reductions will not increase brake cylinder pressure

After a full service brake pipe reduction has been made:

Nullify the signal to the J-Relay from the control valve and send a signal to the J-Relay from the independent.

After an automatic brake application, actuating with the independent brakevalve in the application zone will:

After obtaining the desired reduction, release the train brakes and determine there is at least a 5 psi brake pipe increase at the rear of the train as indicated by a gauge or device.

Air test after adding helpers to the rear of a train Final Step:

On lead locomotive, increase brake pipe reduction by at least 8 psi, but not to exceed a fully service reduction. ( if train will be continuing on a descending, heavy/mountain grade, release and recharge brake system before conduction the helper air brake test if helper test cannot be conducted without exceeding a 15 psi brake pipe reduction )

Air test after adding helpers to the rear of a train First Step:

Observe the brakes apply on helper consist by viual inspection

Air test after adding helpers to the rear of a train Second Step:

Yes, when a train is able to make timetable speed without the use of power

May a train instructed to reduce to less than timetable speed for fuel conservation operate at timetable speed?

Increase the brake pipe reduction at least 5 psi below the last effective brake pipe reduction

if an unintentional brake release occurs when the brakes are applied:

Actuating

The action required to release the locomotive brakes during an automatic brake application is called:

After observing brakes apply on each locomotive, release the independent brakes

(Step required to perform a locomotive air brake test) STEP TWO:

When brakes are released on all locomotives, make a 10 psi brake pipe reduction using the automatic brake valve

(Step required to perform a locomotive air brake test) STEP THREE:

The temporary condition when the brake pipe pressure is higher at the rear of the train than at the head end of the train (for example, at the beginning of the service brake application)

"Inverse" gradient is:

The gradient that exists when the system is fully charged.

"Normal" gradient is:

A brake system that has not been connected to a continuous supply of compressed air of at least 60 psi for 4 hours or more.

"Off air" means:

(Procedures to follow when the penalty break application occurs) DP trains require a minimum of (_____) minutes to reset PCS on DP remotes units(s)

Move the automatic brake valve handle to SUPPRESSION position

(Procedures to follow when the penalty break application occurs) first step:

Control the amount of independent brake cylinder pressure desired, if any, by moving handle into the applicaiton zone and actuating. If in power, return throttle to IDLE position

(Procedures to follow when the penalty break application occurs) second step:

when operating conditions allow, move the ABV handle to RELEASE and note the PCS resets

(Procedures to follow when the penalty break application occurs) third step:

Equalizing reservoir pressure, brake pipe

(Relate to flow of air during a service brake application) After the train brake system is charged, movement of the automatic brake valve handle into the service zone will reduce (______), which in turn reduces (______) pressure.

Brake cylinder, retainer

(Relate to the flow of air during a release of the brakes) After the valve senses this increase in pressure, it will move to allow (_____) air to exhaust through the (_______).

Equalizing reservoir, brake pipe

(Relate to the flow of air during a release of the brakes) Movement of the automatic brake valve to the release position will increase (_____) pressure which will turn increase (______) pressure.

Control valve

(Relate to the flow of air during a release of the brakes) What valve at each car will sense this increase in pressure?

Control valve

(Relate to the flow of air during a service brake application) At each car the (_____) senses this reduction in pressure.

Pushes the brake shoes against the wheels

(Relate to the flow of air during a service brake application) The brake cylinder piston is forced out, and through a series of rods and levers:

Auxiliary, brake cylinder

(Relate to the flow of air during a service brake application) This valve then moves to direct (______) reservoir air into the (_______)

Automatic brake valve, brake pipe

(Relate to the flow of air when charging the train brake system) After being controlled tot he prescribed pressure, air flows through the (_______) and on into the (________) where it is supplied to each car.

Control valve

(Relate to the flow of air when charging the train brake system) At each car the (_______) senses this increase in pressure.

Emergency and auxiliary reservoirs

(Relate to the flow of air when charging the train brake system) This flow is then directed to charge the:

Number 2 main reservoir

(Relate to the flow of air when charging the train brake system) With the automatic brake valve handle in the release position, air for charging the train brake system is supplied by:

Regulating valve

(Relate to the flow of air when charging the train brake system) this supply of air is then controlled to the maximum prescribed pressuer by the:

Move the automatic brake valve handle to RELEASE position and cut the brake valve in

(Step required to perform a locomotive air brake test) STEP EIGHT:

Reduce brake pipe pressure an addition 10 psi with the automatic brake valve and determine all locomotive brakes reapply

(Step required to perform a locomotive air brake test) STEP FIVE:

After brakes apply on all locomotives, acutate and observe independent brakes release on all locomotives.

(Step required to perform a locomotive air brake test) STEP FOUR:

Determine that all brakes release

(Step required to perform a locomotive air brake test) STEP NINE:

With the independent ad automatic brake valve handles in RELEASE, apply the independent brake

(Step required to perform a locomotive air brake test) STEP ONE:

Observe gauges to verify that equalizing reservoir indicates no leakage and that brake pipe leakage does not exceed 5 psi per minute

(Step required to perform a locomotive air brake test) STEP SEVEN:

Cut out the automatic brake valve

(Step required to perform a locomotive air brake test) STEP SIX:

Fully apply independent brakes upon successful completion of this test.

(Step required to perform a locomotive air brake test) STEP TEN:

Verify that brakes apply and remain until signal to release is given, piston travel is correct, brake rigging does not bind or foul, and all brake equipment is properly secured.

(Steps required to make a Class 1 Initial Terminal and Road Air Brake Test using the Air Flow Method (AFM) After signal to apply brakes is recieve, ground inspection requires:

charge the brake system to within 15 psi of the regulating as indicated y a gauge or device at the rear of the train

(Steps required to make a Class 1 Initial Terminal and Road Air Brake Test using the Air Flow Method (AFM) Step one of AFM is:

When air flow does not exceed 60 CFM, test is complete

(Steps required to make a Class 1 Initial Terminal and Road Air Brake Test using the Air Flow Method (AFM) Step two of AFM is:

When you recieve a signal to release the brakes, move the automatic brake valve handles to RELEASE position. Notify inspector tht brakes have been release. Inspect each brake to make sure all breakes have released. This inspection may be made as the train departs at a speed not exceeding 10 MPH

(Steps required to make a Class 1 Initial Terminal and Road Air Brake Test using the Air Flow Method (AFM) the final step is:

Heavy grade

A 4 mile section of track with a 1.3% grade is considered:

A handheld air gauge use for air brake tests must have been checked for accuracy witin the last (_____) days:

Train must not exceed 30 MPH until failure is corrected or another method of compliance is secured.

All trains must be operated with the ability to intiate an emergency application of the brakes from the rear of the train. If a train experiences a loss of front t rear communication with the 2 way ETD while enroute, what is required?

The ETD was calibrated within the last 365 days and the ET battery was tested within the last 60 days.

An ETD may be used if:

PC switch

An air operate electrical sweitch that nullifies locomotive power after an emergency or penalty brake application is the:

At least (___) percent of the cars in a train must have operative brakes uner all circumstances.

Automatic

Automatic rain valves mounted on main reservoirs must always be positioned for (____) operation except in case of malfunction.

within 15 psi of regulating valve setting

Before passing the summit of a mountain grade, ensure that the rear car brake pipe pressure is:

Charge the sytem to within 15 psi of the regulating valve setting. The air flow indicator must be less than 60 CFM. Make a 20 psi brake pipe reduction and verify that the brakes apply and remain applied on each added car until a signal to release is given, piston travel meets the requirements, and brakes release on each added car. An ETD pressure rop and rise of 5 psi during the air brake test may be used to determine application and release of rear car

Best decribes the requirments if a car or cars not pretested are added to your train and the Air Flow Method (AFM) is used to test brake pipe integrity?

Charge the system to within 15 psi of the regulating valve setting, make a 20 psi reduction verify the brakes apply and remain applied on each car until a signal to release is given, and a brake pipe leakage test is performed. Verify that brake rigging is properly secured and does not bind or foul. Verify that 100 percent of air brakes are operative before proceeding.

Best describes the requirements of a Class 1A air brake test when using the LEAKAGE method?

charge the brake system to within 15 psi of regulating valve setting. Make 20 psi brake pipe reduction and verify brakes apply and releases on rear car

Best describes the rqirements if any locomotive in consist is changed, a caboose is changed, or helper locomotives are added anywhere in the train or removed from other than the rear end of the train?

charge to within 15 psi of the regulating valve setting. Make 20 psi brake pipe reuction and ensure brakes apply and release on the rear car.

Best describes the rquirments when adding a block of cars pretested by the Class 1 Air Brake Test, if they have not been off air for more then 4 hours?

A-1 reduction relay valve

Cars with AB an ABD control valves are more than 75 feet of brake pipe are equipped with (____) to compensate for the added length and assist in reducing brake pipe pressure during service and emergency brake applications.

they allow brake pipe air to flow rapidly throughout the train to promote a more uniform charging and release of the train brakes

Charging chokes is when:

400

Do not isolate a unit for fuel conseration if it causes your train to exceed (______) tons per operative axle of dynamic brake.

a train is in a slack-stretched condition

Draft forces are present when:

By limiting the total number of operative dynamic brake axles.

During normal operating condition, how will dynamic brake retarding force be limited?

Vents brake pipe pressure directly to the atomosphere, causing brakes to apply at an emergency rate

Emergency:

9000

Empty unit trains (i.e., coal, taconite, grain, potash, and sulfur) must not operate with more that (_______) working horsepower on line.

The gradient that exists when the system is less than fully charged

False gradient is a term used to describe:

Only one axle of power per each 120 tons of consist may be on line

For movement of light engines are engines with caboose only moves, isolate excess units in a consist to comply with which of the following:

Reduces equalizing reservoir and brake pipe pressures to near equalization.

Full Service Position:

Immediately pres sthe COMMUNICATIONS TEST/ ARM button on the HTD

General Procedures to install and arm an ETD Final Step:

Press the TEST button on the ETD, which will display the ARM NOW message on the message display window of the HTD.

General Procedures to install and arm an ETD Step Four:

To determine a battery-operated ETD is charged sufficiently at installation point, depress the test button on the ETD.

General Procedures to install and arm an ETD Step One:

With brake pipe pressure present, make a comparison of pressure indicated on ETD and displayed at HTD, do not use if readings differ by more than 3 psi

General Procedures to install and arm an ETD Step Three:

Enter the correct ETD number on the HTD of the locomotvie, pust the COMM TEST button to establish one-way communication with the ETD

General Procedures to install and arm an ETD Step Two:

Reduces equalizing reservoir and brake pipe pressure at a service rate. This handle position should be use for tailing locomotives and locomotives hauled dead-in-train.

Handle Off/ Continuous Service

At least 1% for a distance of 3 miles or more

Heavy grade is :

High-capacity dynamic brakes can develop 13,500 pounds of retarding force per axle, as opposed to 10,000 pounds per axle for basic range.

How is high-capacity dynamic braking different from basic dynamic braking?

50 psi

How much brake cylinder pressure would develop if a 20 psi brake pipe reduction were made on a fully charged train with the regulating valve set at 90 psi?

The brakes will be releasing on the head end of the train sooner than the rear end

How will the serial action of the BRAKE RELEASE cause train slack to run-out?

Set it out at first available point an limit speed to 10 MPH until setout destination is reached

If a locomotive has one or more flat spots mor than 2 1/2 inches in length or ajoining flat spots of 2 inches or more:

Normal track speed.

If a speed indicator on a controlling locomotive fails enroute, what is maximum speed permitted from the point of the failure?

Stop the train as soon as possible

If a train experiences sticking brakes the engineer should:

Reduce the brake hanle position and ynamic brake retardation until the light goes out. if the light does not go out, cut out the dynamic brake on the affected unit

If the brake warning light comes on while using the dynamic brake:

Stop and secure the train

If the engineer notes a loss of brake pipe pressure at the rear of the train, with the brakes released and a normal gradient established, or if a brake application cannot be transmitted:

Automatic

If the tell-tale knob on an automatic drain valve is extended, the valve is set for (____)

Locomotives coupled for multiple-unit operation must not exceed (_____) locomotives?

Gradually reduce equalizing reservoir and brake pipe pressure in increasing amounts as the brake handle is moved further into the service zone.

Movement of the brake valve from LEFT to RIGHT through the service zone will:

10 MPH

Multiple locomotive consists may be moved in a terminal area with only the brake pipe connected provided speed does not exceed:

Must be adjusted to btwn 6 and 9 inches at initial terminal Must not exceed 10 1/2 inches at intermediate inspection points.

On freight cars equipped with body mounted brake cyliners, piston travel:

An operative accerlerometer that displays current change in speed or predicted change in speed in miles per hour per minute

On train movements requiring the use of dynamic brakes, the lead, controlling locomotive must be equipped with either an operative dynamic brake or:

Make a 20 psi brake pipe reduction

Procedure to add helpers to the rear of a train First step:

Place independent brake valve handle in the RELEASE position and actuate to fully release the helper locomotive consists' brakes

Procedure to add helpers to the rear of a train Fourth Step:

cut out the automatic brake valve and place the handle in RELEASE position.

Procedure to add helpers to the rear of a train Second step:

Couple the brake pipe hoses. Open the brake pipe angle cock on the locomotive first, the slowly on the car

Procedure to add helpers to the rear of a train Third step:

Press the COMMUNICATIONS TEST/ARM button on the HTD

Procedure to disarm an ETD system Final Step:

Set the HTD ID code to 00000 or follow the disarm procedures on electronic display

Procedure to disarm an ETD system First Step:

Make sure no more than two air brake devices that have been cut out are together in a train

Proper procedure when cutting out air brakes on multiple cars or cars with multiple air brake devices is:

local venting of the brake pipe air at each car which occurs during initial service application

Quick Service is:

4-6 psi, 10-12 psi

Quick service locally vents (___) brake pipe pressure and develops approximately (____) brake cylinder pressure.

Set all retaining valves.

Relates to Grade Operation If the engineer requests retaining valves be set, but no quantity is specified by timetable or general order, how many must be set?

75 psi

Relates to Grade Operation If your train has a 90 psi regulating valve setting, what is the minimum brake pipe pressure you must have on the rear car before passing the summit of a mountain grade?

Direct Exhaust, High Pressure, Low Pressure, Slow Direct Exhaust

Relates to Grade Operation What are the positions on the four position retaining valve?

15 psi

Relates to Grade Operation When controlling train speed on heavy or mountain grade, limit the effective brake pipe reductuion to:

Make a minimum brake pipe reduction and make further reductions of 2 psi until the train maintains the desired speed.

Relates to Grade Operation When operating on a grade where a constant level of braking will be required for long distances, how should brake pipe reductions be made?

Slow Direct Position

Relates to Grade Operation Which position on the retaining valve must not be used?

Any movement of the automatic brake valve handle toward RELEASE. Will release the brakes throughout the train.

Relates to Grade Operation Why must you use extreme care when operating in PASSENGER?

15 MPH

Relates to Grade Operation what is the maximum train speed when operating with retaining valves set?

Place the automatic brake valve cutout valve in the passenger position, if equipped.

Relates to Grade Operation what would you do to address an equalizing reservoir leak?

Stop the train and inspect to determine the reason

Relates to Grade Operation When controlling train speed on heavy or mountain grade, limit the effective brake pipe reductuion to: 15 psi Referring to the previous answer; If a brake pipe reduction greater than this is required to control train speed, what must you do?

Charges the brake pipe to the regulating valve setting and releases the locomotive and train brakes.

Release:

They maintain a effective retarding force down to 6 mph before fading.

Some locomotives are equipped with extended range dynamic brakes. How do they differ from basic range dynamic brakes?

90 psi

Standard brake pipe pressure for yard service is:

Verify that the brake valves cut out on the remote consist(s) by checking the status of the remotes or by seeing the prompt appear to release the brakes

Step required to perform a train check once the requirement for train to be "Standing" has been met Fifth Step:

Apply the train air brakes with at least a 10 psi brake pipe reduction

Step required to perform a train check once the requirement for train to be "Standing" has been met First Step:

Select EXECUTE

Step required to perform a train check once the requirement for train to be "Standing" has been met Fourth Step:

Wait until the brake pipe exhaust has ceased before initiating the train check

Step required to perform a train check once the requirement for train to be "Standing" has been met Second Step:

Move the automatic brake handle to RELEASE when ready to depart

Step required to perform a train check once the requirement for train to be "Standing" has been met Sixth Step:

Select TRAIN CHECK

Step required to perform a train check once the requirement for train to be "Standing" has been met Third Step:

The brake valve handle must be place in this position for 60 seconds to recover control after a safety control (penalty) brake application has occurred

Suppression:

1) Where the Train is originally assembled (inital terminal) 2) Where the train is off air for mote than 4 hours 4) Where a unit or cycle train has traveled 3,000 miles since it's last Class 1 Air Brake test 5) Where the train consist is changed, orther than by adding and/ or removing a car or a solid block of cars, or by removing defective car (s) 6) Where an interchange train is recieved and it's consist is changed, with the exception of any one or combination of the following: a. Removing a solid block of cars from train b. Changing motive power c. Removing or changing the caboose, if used.

Test all trains as specified in Rule 100.10 (procedure for Class 1 Initial Terminal and Raod Air Brake Test) at the following locations:

Exhaust brake cylinder pressure to 20 psi

The "HP" position on the retaining valve is used to:

Trail

The MU-2A valves on trailinn.g locomotives in the consist should be in the (_____) position.

It allows the engineer to quickly and accurately determine the level that the brake pipe pressure will be reduced to during a service brake application.

The equalizing reservoir is considered a "reference volume." Why?

At the point of installation

The functional capability of the ETD emergenc valve must be tested:

Increase

The locomotive brakes have just been applie by moving the independent brake valve handle into the application zone until 25 psi of brake cylinder pressure is developed. A 15 psi automatic brake pipe reduction is made and the independent brake valve handle is not moved or actuated. The brake cylinder pressure after the automatic application will:

Air Flow Method

The preferred method to check brake pipe leakage is:

42 axles

The rated powered axles (RPA) of a locomotive consist must not exceed:

Movement beyond where the daily inspcetion was conducted must not exceed 20 MPH

The speed recorder on your lead locomotive has failed enroute. Before reaching the next repair facility the locomotive receives a Daily Inspection. If this locomotive remains on the point, how will you proceed after the inspection?

1200

To assure each calendar day inspection is performed before 2359, engineers that operate locomotives at any time after (_____) hours of the due date must perform the inspection before completing his/her tour of duty unless relieve by proper authority or local instruction.

The controlling locomotive has a maintaining-type automatic brake valve; the train has a gauge or device at the rear of the train; the locomotive has an air flow indicator that shows a direct reading of air flow in increments no greater than 10 cubic feet per minute (CFM)

To qualify a train air brake system using the Air flow Method (AFM, the train must be equipped as follows:

Adjust regulating valve to desired pressure. Make full service brake pipe reduction with automatic brake valve. Wait at least 30 seconds after breake pipe exhaust stops. Move the automatic brake handle to RELEASE and charge the sytem to required pressure.

To reduce pressure in an overcharged train brake system:

Train Information is; Symbol H-LASROC2-20 --- Operating on the Coal Subdivision--- Consist: BNSF 608--C44-9W EMD 6418--SD40 Loads- 46 BNSF4090--B30-7A Empties-48 BNSF3026--GP40 BNSF5150--C30-7 Tons-7614 Scheduled HPT 2.0 How many axles of dynamic brake are availale on this consist?

271.9= 272 (round to whole number)

Train Information is; Symbol H-LASROC2-20 --- Operating on the Coal Subdivision--- Consist: BNSF 608--C44-9W EMD 6418--SD40 Loads- 46 BNSF4090--B30-7A Empties-48 BNSF3026--GP40 BNSF5150--C30-7 Tons-7614 Scheduled HPT 2.0 What are the tons per operative axle of dynamic brake (TODB) of this train? (round to whole number)

2.15= 2.2 (round to nearest tenth)

Train Information is; Symbol H-LASROC2-20 --- Operating on the Coal Subdivision--- Consist: BNSF 608--C44-9W EMD 6418--SD40 Loads- 46 BNSF4090--B30-7A Empties-48 BNSF3026--GP40 BNSF5150--C30-7 Tons-7614 Scheduled HPT 2.0 What is the Actual Horsepower per Ton (HPT) of this train? (round to nearest tenth)

Train Information is; Symbol H-LASROC2-20 --- Operating on the Coal Subdivision--- Consist: BNSF 608--C44-9W EMD 6418--SD40 Loads- 46 BNSF4090--B30-7A Empties-48 BNSF3026--GP40 BNSF5150--C30-7 Tons-7614 Scheduled HPT 2.0 What is the Rated Powered Axles (RPA) of an SD40 locomotive?

Yes, isolate units to 2.0 or below, but not more than 0.5 HPT below scheduled HPT. (1.5 HPT in this question)

Train Information is; Symbol H-LASROC2-20 --- Operating on the Coal Subdivision--- Consist: BNSF 608--C44-9W EMD 6418--SD40 Loads- 46 BNSF4090--B30-7A Empties-48 BNSF3026--GP40 BNSF5150--C30-7 Tons-7614 Scheduled HPT 2.0 When comparing the Scheduled HPT of this train with the Actual HPT, is the crew required to take any additional action in order to comply with fuel conservation regulations?

No, isolating any locomotive in this consist will reduce actual HPT below schedule HPT and that is not required on Z, Q or P trains.

Train Information is; Symbol Z-LASROC2-20 --- Operating on the Woods Subdivision--- Consist: BNSF 8260--SD 75M EMD 9069--SD 60 Loads- 54 BNSF8080--SD40-2 Empties-0 BNSF6202--SD9 BNSF2518--GP35 Tons-4614 Scheduled HPT 3.0 (Solid loaded double stack) When comparing the Scheduled HPT of this train with the Actual HPT, is the crew required to take any addition action in order to comply with fuel conservation regulations?

Train Information is; Symbol Z-LASROC2-20 --- Operating on the Woods Subdivision--- Consist: BNSF 8260--SD 75M EMD 9069--SD 60 Loads- 54 BNSF8080--SD40-2 Empties-0 BNSF6202--SD9 BNSF2518--GP35 Tons-4614 Scheduled HPT 3.0 (Solid loaded double stack) How many axles of dynamic brake are available on this consist?

No, If permitted by individual subdivion special instructions

Train Information is; Symbol Z-LASROC2-20 --- Operating on the Woods Subdivision--- Consist: BNSF 8260--SD 75M EMD 9069--SD 60 Loads- 54 BNSF8080--SD40-2 Empties-0 BNSF6202--SD9 BNSF2518--GP35 Tons-4614 Scheduled HPT 3.0 (Solid loaded double stack) Since this train is operating with solid double stack equipment, will the dynamic brake axles have to be limited?

144.19 = 144 (round to whole number)

Train Information is; Symbol Z-LASROC2-20 --- Operating on the Woods Subdivision--- Consist: BNSF 8260--SD 75M EMD 9069--SD 60 Loads- 54 BNSF8080--SD40-2 Empties-0 BNSF6202--SD9 BNSF2518--GP35 Tons-4614 Scheduled HPT 3.0 (Solid loaded double stack) What are the tons per operative axle of a dynamic brake (TODB) of this train if all availble axles are used? ROUND TO WHOLE NUMBER

3.33= 3.3 (rounded to the nearest tenth)

Train Information is; Symbol Z-LASROC2-20 --- Operating on the Woods Subdivision--- Consist: BNSF 8260--SD 75M EMD 9069--SD 60 Loads- 54 BNSF8080--SD40-2 Empties-0 BNSF6202--SD9 BNSF2518--GP35 Tons-4614 Scheduled HPT 3.0 (Solid loaded double stack) What is the actual Horsepower per ton (HPT) of this train?

It may be identifed on the train list or profile The train dispatcher may advise the crew of the scheduled HPT

Train and Engine crews are required to isolate units in a consist that are in excess of the scheduled Horsepower per Ton, (HPT). How may the crew determine the scheduled HPT for their train?

Train: H-EVEPAS1-23 101/24 8,345 Tons 6,490 Feet Consist: BNSF 3163--GP50 BNSF 2048--GP20 BNSF 9298--SD60M BNSF 740--C44-9W BNSF 1120--C44-9W Scheduled HPT=2.2 How many DB axles are in the consist. (All locos in this consist have operative DB)

66.8

Train: H-EVEPAS1-23 101/24 8,345 Tons 6,490 Feet Consist: BNSF 3163--GP50 BNSF 2048--GP20 BNSF 9298--SD60M BNSF 740--C44-9W BNSF 1120--C44-9W Scheduled HPT=2.2 What is the TOB of this train? (Round to nearest tenth)

303

2.2

Train: H-EVEPAS1-23 101/24 8,345 Tons 6,490 Feet Consist: BNSF 3163--GP50 BNSF 2048--GP20 BNSF 9298--SD60M BNSF 740--C44-9W BNSF 1120--C44-9W Scheduled HPT=2.2 What is the actual HPT of this train? (Round to nearest tenth)

Trains made up entirely of intermodal equipment may operate with a maximum RPA of:

Make an initial reduction to 6 to 8 psi, followed by additional reductions in 2 to 3 psi increments spaced 30 seconds apart.

Use split reductions for planned slowdowns an stops. The procedure for a proper split reduction is to

It provides a light, quick, even brake application, therefore reducing in-train forces and slack action.

What are the trainhandling benefits of quick service?

Retaining valve

What device on a freight car can be used to retain a portion of brake cylinder pressure to aid in retardation after the automatic brake valve has been places in the release position?

Accelerated Service Release

What feature of the freight car control valve uses emergency reservoir air to more rapidly transmit a brake release serially through the train?

10 psi or great

What feature of the freight car control valve uses emergency reservoir air to more rapidly transmit a brake release serially through the train? Accerlerated Service Release How much of a brake pipe reduction is required inorder to trigger the feature in the previous question?

A section of passable track that has a temporary speed restriction.

What is "disturbed track"?

Cut out the basic range dynamic brake on trailing locomotives.

What is preferred option when cutting out dynamic brakes on locomotives to comply with axle limitations?

64 psi

What is the brake cylinder pressure after a full service reduction with a brake system charge to 90 psi?

26 psi

What is the brake pipe reduction required for a full service brake application with a brake system charge to 90 psi?

A feature of lead, controlling locomotive that allows dynamic braking effort when a PCS open condition exists.

What is the dynamic brake holding feature?

A service reduction of brake pipe pressure that equalizes the pressure btwn the brake cylinder and the auxiliary reservoir.

What is the full service application?

It controls the maximum pressure put into equalizing reservoir, which regulates brake pipe pressure

What is the function of the regulating valve?

72 psi

What is the maximum independent brake cylinder pressure allowed on a locomotive with the single shoe per wheel brake rigging?

45 psi

What is the maximum independent brake cyliner pressure allowed on a locomotive equipped with clasp-type brake show rigging (2 shoes per wheel)

Automatic brake valve cutout valve.

What is used to cut the automatic brake valve in or out?

Emergency reservoir, auxiliary reservoir, and brake cylinder.

What volumes on frieght car will equalize after an emergency brake application?

Secure cars with sufficient handbrakes as required. Place the automatic brake valve handle in the HANDLE OFF/ CONT SVC position, to reduce brake pipe to near 0 psi

When a train arrives at a terminal where a 1000 mile inspection will be performed, before the locomotive is detached or a cut made:

Whent he brake pipe reduction is complete and the air has stopped exhausting, close the angle cock on the locomotive or on the cars that will be detached with the locomotive, and make sure the angle cock on the portion of train or cars left standing is left open

When a train arrives at a terminal where a 1000 mile inspection will be performed, before the locomotive is detached or a cut made:Secure cars with sufficient handbrakes as required. Place the automatic brake valve handle in the HANDLE OFF/ CONT SVC position, to reduce brake pipe to near 0 psi Before the locomotives are detached or a cut made on a train in the previous question?

When operting conditions allows, do not release the train brakes until you are ready to depart

When a train is stopped and further movement is delayed:

For a fully charged system, reduce the brake pipe at least 6 psi. for an uncharged system, reduce the brake pipe 5 psi below the previous reduction

When applying or reapplying brakes, make brake pipe reuctions according to these guidelines:

Use the dynamic brake handle position to limit retarding force to 50 per cent of maximum (handle position 4), until at least half the train has passed the restricted area.

When approaching and operating through turnouts or disturbed track areas witht he trains air brakes released, how must dynamic brake retarding force be limited?

Locomotives are hauled in tow Safety device becomes defective enroute During drag loading/unloading operations under 5 MPH

When are locomotive saftery devices (overspeed, alertors, automatic cab signals, etc.) not required to be operating?

Whenever the devices are to be separated.

When are you required to disarm a two way device?

When the rear brake pipe pressure decreses at least 5 psi, the brakes are applied. When the rear brake pipe pressure increases at least 5 psi, the brakes are released.

When conduction an air brake test, you may detemine if the brakes apply or release on the rear car by checking the end-of-train telemetry devic as follows:

3 through 8

When instructed to reduce speed for fuel conservation, the speed reduction only applies when locomotives are in power (throttle positions (_____) through (_______).

When locomotives will not be utilized within one hour, all locomotives must be shut down when current and expected ambient temperature is (______) degress or above.

The + symbol indicated that the dynamic brake axle rating exceeds actual axles; therefore they are High Capacity Dynamic brakes.

When looking at the dynamic brake axle rating of a locomotive, how do you determine whether the locomotive has High Capacity or Basic dynamic brakes?

Ensure that the SAME/OPPOSITE switch is in the proper position by starting the train with the power from only the remote consist (if possible)

When making initial movement of a distributed power train after linking, what must be done?

when starting or stopping and speed is below the effective range of the dynamic bakes being used

When may the independent brake and the dynamic brake be used together?

Limit brake pipe reduction to 15 psi or less

When operating on a grade, and a constant level of braking is required for long distances:

At least 8 secons before the locomotive reaches the crossing, reduce the throttle to RUN 4 (or lower if the throttle is already positioned in RUN 4) wait until the entire locomotive consist passes over the crossing before advancing the throttle.

When operating over a railroad crossing at grade (diamond)

When operating through turnout or disturbed track with train's air brakes released, do not exceed dynamic brake handle position (____) until half the train has passed the restricted area.

Locomotive must be shut down, do not drain.

When required to isolate a locomotive for fuel conservation and the temperature is 40 degrees or above:

Locomotive must be isolated, do not shut down.

When required to isolate a locomotive for fuel conservation and the temperature is below 40 degrees

Secure equipment against undesired movement. When securing an unattened train, in addition to han brakes required to secure train, all head end locomotive hand brakes must be applied. Released all air brakes to ensure hand brakes will prevent movement. Secure locomotive consist as outlined in Rule 102.3.

When securing a train with a locomotive attached:

45 MPH

When the controlling locomotive is a car body type or has a desktop control stand and is being operated lond hood forward, maximum speed is:

Light locomotive consist will be operated from the cab nearest the direction of travel.

When the distance to be traveled exceeds 2 miles, a member of the same crew does not control movement using hand signals or radio, or visibility is impaired:

Place the Isolation switch in Winter/Isolate position Place throttle in Run 3-no load if not equipped with winter isolate.

When the temperature is below 32 degrees F and it is necessary to leave a locomotive unattended, what precautions must be followed to prevent the locomotive from freezing?

The independent brake valve handle must not be blocked int he ACTUATE position The independent brake must not be used when the same results can be obtained with the dynamic brake

When using the independent brake be governed by the following:

At a speed of 1-3 MPH, all the locomotive to dift with the throttle in IDLE. Check that brakes or other defects do not restrict the locomotive's movement. Increase speed to appoximated 10 MPH, make a service brake pipe reductionsufficient to develop brake cylinder pressure When speed decreases to approximately 5 MPH, actuate to make sure the breaks release

When you depart from the round house with your light locomotive consist, if conditions permit:

Increase brake pipe reduction to 15 psi, if operation condition allow Closely observe equalizing reservoir pressure to dertermine if any leakage occurs

When your train is stopped and operating condition allow, do not release the brakes until you are ready to depart...Additionally, you are required to:

Set Out the indicated locomotive.

While passing trackside warning detector you receive a hot bearing alarm on the second unit in your locomotive consist. during an inspection you are unable to locate a defect. While passing the next trackside warning detector you again receive a hot bearing alarm on the second unit in your locomotive consist. During an inspection you are unable to locate a defect. What action is required of your crew?

You may continue your trip, closely observing the indicated equipment for the next 25 miles or until inspection by hot bearing detector. Notify connecting crew members, mechanical personnel, and a supervisor.

While passing trackside warning detector you receive a hot bearing alarm on the second unit in your locomotive consist. during an inspection you are unable to locate a defect. What action is required of your crew?

Train must not exceed 30 MPH until failure is corrected or another method of compliance is secured.

While proceeding on a westbound train, you notice your HTD is displaying a VALVFAIL message what are you required to do?

To allow for electrical current decay To prevent a surge of dynamic braking

Why is a 10 second pause IDLE required when changing from power to dynamic braking?

Isolate units to not exceed 2.0 HPT, but not below 1.5 HPT

You are called for train H-CHIDEN9-05. The scheduled HPT for this train is 2.0. the actual HPT for this train is 2.2 What are you required to do to comply with fuel conservation regulations?

Isolate excess units to be as close to but not below 3.2 HPT

You are called for train Z-CHIDEN9-05. the scheduled HPT for this train is 3.2. The acutal HPT for this train is 3.8. What are you required to do to comply with fuel conservation regulations?

10 MPH

You are handling a consist of 4 SD-40 locomotives equipped with standard (basic) dynamic brakes. None of them has the extended range feature. At what speed can you expect the dynamic braking to become ineffective?

18-28 MPH

You are handling a consist of 4 SD-40 locomotives equipped with standard (basic) dynamic brakes. None of them has the extended range feature. Between what speeds can you expect the dynamic braking to be most effective?

You are handling a consist of 4 SD-40 locomotives equipped with standard (basic) dynamic brakes. None of them has the extended range feature. How many axles of dynamic braking are available on this consist?

10,000 pounds

You are handling a consist of 4 SD-40 locomotives equipped with standard (basic) dynamic brakes. None of them has the extended range feature. How much retarding force, per axle, can each of these unit produce?

Engineer must make a brake pipe reduction sufficiently in advance of the stop to determine that brakes are working properly

You are moving across the Reydon subdivision during a winter storm. There is snow on the ground over the top of the rail and it is snowing heavily. While approaching a signal that will require a stop what is required?

Reduce train speed to no more that 30 MPH

You are moving across the Reydon subdivision during a winter storm. There is snow on the ground over the top of the rail and it is snowing heavily. While passing a failed equipment detector what is required?

Periodic running air brake tests must be performed to insure proper braking effort is being provided.

You are moving across the Reydon subdivision during a winter storm. There is snow on the ground over the top of the rail and it is snowing heavily. While running on clear signal indications is anything required?

6 MPH

You are now handling a consist of 4 SD-60 locomotives with high capacity dynamics with extended range. At what speed can you expect the dynamic braking to become ineffective on this consist?

You are now handling a consist of 4 SD-60 locomotives with high capacity dynamics with extended range. How many axles of dynamic braking are available on this consist?

13,500 pounds

You are now handling a consist of 4 SD-60 locomotives with high capacity dynamics with extended range. How much retarding force, per axle, can each of these units produce?

You are now handling a consist of 4 SD-60 locomotives with high capacity dynamics with extended range. What are the maximum axles of the dynamic brake allowed at the head end of train?

Yes

You are now handling a consist of 4 SD-60 locomotives with high capacity dynamics with extended range. Would the number of dynamic brake axles have to be limited on this consist?

Handle Off/ Continuous Service

You are the engineer called on train M HOUBAR-12. You are in the yard waiting on the Car Departent to complete coupling air hoses and getting your train ready for an air brake test. You decide to inspect your 4-engine consist. As you make this inspection, answer this question. What position do the automatic brake valve handles need to be in on the trailing locomotives?

Trailing locomotive: OUT or TRAIL On the controlling locomotive: IN or LEAD/DEAD

You are the engineer called on train M HOUBAR-12. You are in the yard waiting on the Car Departent to complete coupling air hoses and getting your train ready for an air brake test. You decide to inspect your 4-engine consist. As you make this inspection, answer this question. What position does the MU2A or double ported cutout cock need to be in on Trailing locomotives? On the controlling locomotive?

Trailing locomotive: Out On the controlling locomotive: FRT/IN

You are the engineer called on train M HOUBAR-12. You are in the yard waiting on the Car Departent to complete coupling air hoses and getting your train ready for an air brake test. You decide to inspect your 4-engine consist. As you make this inspection, answer this question. What position should the automatic brake valve cutout valve be in on the Trailing locomotives? On the controlling locomotives?

RELEASE

You are the engineer called on train M HOUBAR-12. You are in the yard waiting on the Car Departent to complete coupling air hoses and getting your train ready for an air brake test. You decide to inspect your 4-engine consist. As you make this inspection, answer this question. What positon do the independent brake valve handles need to be in on the trailing locomotives?

90 psi

You are the engineer called on train M HOUBAR-12. You are in the yard waiting on the Car Departent to complete coupling air hoses and getting your train ready for an air brake test. You decide to inspect your 4-engine consist. As you make this inspection, answer this question. What should you adjust the regulating valve on the controlling locomotive of this freight train if operating in mountain grade?

90 psi

You are the engineer called on train M HOUBAR-12. You are in the yard waiting on the Car Departent to complete coupling air hoses and getting your train ready for an air brake test. You decide to inspect your 4-engine consist. As you make this inspection, answer this question. What should you adjust the regulating valve on the controlling locomotive of this freight train to?

45 psi

You are the engineer called on train M HOUBAR-12. You are in the yard waiting on the Car Departent to complete coupling air hoses and getting your train ready for an air brake test. You decide to inspect your 4-engine consist. As you make this inspection, answer this question. You have 2 unit equipped with clasp type brake shoe rigging. What should the indicated brake cylinder pressure be for those locomotives?

72 psi

You are the engineer called on train M HOUBAR-12. You are in the yard waiting on the Car Departent to complete coupling air hoses and getting your train ready for an air brake test. You decide to inspect your 4-engine consist. As you make this inspection, answer this question. You have 2 unit equipped with single brake shoe wheel brake rigging. What should the indicated brake cylinder pressure be for those locomotives?

Stop the train ASAP, determine and correct problem.

You are the engineer on a freight train stopping to make a pick up of 40 empty cars off of a siding These cars have been in storage for 2 months. After departing from this pick up, a passing train reports that you have a sticking brake in your train. What should you do?

Fully apply independent and center reverser before awknowledging.

You are the engineer on a freight train stopping to make a pick up of 40 empty cars off of a siding These cars have been in storage for 2 months. After recoupling, the conductor announces on the radio "going between". what must the engineer do in response to that communication?

Yes it is still charged. 4 hrs.

You are the engineer on a freight train stopping to make a pick up of 40 empty cars off of a siding These cars have been in storage for 2 months. After the set out, you have recoupled to your train that had been left for 20 minutes. Is the train still considered charged and is there a time limit concerning this charge?

When main reservoir pressure fails to stay at least 10 psi above the regulating valve setting

You are the engineer on a freight train stopping to make a pick up of 40 empty cars off of a siding These cars have been in storage for 2 months. During the charging procedure, when may the engine rpms be increased?

OPEN- in line with pipe

You are the engineer on a freight train stopping to make a pick up of 40 empty cars off of a siding These cars have been in storage for 2 months. How should the angle cocks on all but the last car be positioned?

No, you may not bottle the air

You are the engineer on a freight train stopping to make a pick up of 40 empty cars off of a siding These cars have been in storage for 2 months. Upon arriving at the siding where these cars will be set out the conductor informs you by radio that, because of the long delay in recharging the train before he cuts away he is going to close both angle cocks to conserve the standing train's air. Is this permissible?

Class 1 Air Brake Test

You are the engineer on a freight train stopping to make a pick up of 40 empty cars off of a siding These cars have been in storage for 2 months. What air brake test will be required?

No air test is required on the remaining consist.

You are the engineer on train C SCMCEC1-28. You have been instruced by the dispatcher to set our the trailing locomotive (last) unit in your consist at Buddwood for a west bound train. After setting out the locomotive, what air test must you perform on the remaining consist?

The hand brake should be applied. The independent brake should be cut in and fully applied. The automatic brake valve should be cut in and a 20 psi brake pipe reduction made after allowing the system to charge.

You are the engineer on train C SCMCEC1-28. You have been instruced by the dispatcher to set our the trailing locomotive (last) unit in your consist at Buddwood for a west bound train. On the locomotive that was set out, how should the air brake equipment have been set-up, and in what position should the brake handles have been left?

A Class 3, Application and Release Air Brake Test.

You are the engineer on train C SCMCEC1-28. You have been instruced by the dispatcher to set our the trailing locomotive (last) unit in your consist at Buddwood for a west bound train. You have recoupled your remaining consist to the train. It has been 40 minutes since you cut off to set out the locomotive. What air test ust you perform on the train?

Secure equipment against undesired movement; make a 20 psi brake pipe reduction; close angle cock on rear locomotive, detach locomotive from train and allow brakes on train to apply in emergency. If temperature is below 0 F and the train is on a grade less than 1%, place the automatic brake valve handle in Handle Off/ continuous Service; close the angle cock on rear locomotive; make sure angle cock is left open on portion of train or cars left standing.

You are the engineer on train C SCMCEC1-28. You have been instruced by the dispatcher to set our the trailing locomotive (last) unit in your consist at Buddwood for a west bound train. Upon arrival at Buddwood, what are the steps required before you detach your locomotive consist from the train?

Make a 20 psi brak.e pipe reduction; signal that the exhaust has stopped by sounding whistle signal 5.8.2 (2) or radio; couple air hoses and open angle cock slowly to prevent an emergency brake application

You must know that brake pipe pressure is being restored as indicated by gauge or evice at the rear of train before proceeding.

You are the engineer on train KKO50-1-01. Your train has experienced an undesired emergency brake application. A walking inspection reveals that you have a drawbar out of East end of car UFIX 652, which is the 7th car behind the locomotives. You have set out the UFIX 652 and returned to your train. Assume now that the inspection of our train after the emergency application reveleased a broke knuckle on car UFIX 652 instead of a drawbar. The knuckle has been replaces, and you have recoupled your train and cut the air in. It has been 1 hour and 5 minutes since the emergency brae application occurred. What air test must you perform?

A Class 3, Application and Release Air Brake Test

Make a 40 psi brake pipe reduction before openeing the angle cock.

You are the engineer on train KKO50-1-01. Your train has experienced an undesired emergency brake application. A walking inspection reveals that you have a drawbar out of East end of car UFIX 652, which is the 7th car behind the locomotives. You have set out the UFIX 652 and returned to your train. If your train was sitting at location where your locomotive brakes would not hold the train when the train brakes release, what procedure do you use to cut the air back in?

A Class 1, Initial Terminal and Road Air Brake Test must be performed on the portion of the train left standing.

You are the engineer on train KKO50-1-01. Your train has experienced an undesired emergency brake application. A walking inspection reveals that you have a drawbar out of East end of car UFIX 652, which is the 7th car behind the locomotives. You have set out the UFIX 652 and returned to your train. You have now tied back on to your train and the air is cut in. It has been 4 hours and 20 minutes since the emergency brake application occurred. What air test must you perform?

Continuous service, cut out

You are the engineer on train S SSECHC1-08. You have stopped at Burke to pick-up the BN 7042. You have detached your consist from the train, backed into the siding, and made a joint on unit 7042. After you MU the 7042 to be a trail locomotive in your consist, in what position would you place the following equipment? Automatic brake valve handle and automatic brake valve cut out valve:

Trail, released

20 psi brake pipe reduction, cut in

You are the engineer on train S SSECHC1-08. You have stopped at Burke to pick-up the BN 7042. You have detached your consist from the train, backed into the siding, and made a joint on unit 7042. Upon boarding the 7042, BEFORE beginning the process of MU-ing it to be a trail locomotive in your consist, in what poisition would you expect to find the following equipment? Automatic brake valve and automatic brake valve cutout valve:

Fully applied, lead or dead

You are the engineer on train S SSECHC1-08. You have stopped at Burke to pick-up the BN 7042. You have detached your consist from the train, backed into the siding, and made a joint on unit 7042. Upon boarding the 7042, BEFORE beginning the process of MU-ing it to be a trail locomotive in your consist, in what poisition would you expect to find the following equipment? Independent brake valve handle and MU-2A valve:

Perform a Class 1 Initial Terminal and Road Air Brake Test on the part of the train not kept charged.

You are the engineer on westbound train H FTWPAS1-12. The dispatcher advises you that you will be lined into the siding at McPherson. the dispatcher instructs that, after clearing in that siding you are to secure your train, and a taxi will be sent to transport your crew to the terminal. There will not be a relief crew sent for this train for at least 6 hours. the dispatcher also reminds you to cut the small private crossing in the middle of the siding at McPherson, so the local farmer will have access to his cattle You are the engineer on the relief crew that has been deadheaded to McPherson for train H FTWPAS1-12. the dispatcher informs you that this train has been secured in the siding for the last 6 hours. The train has been recoupled, and the hand brakes released. What air test must you perform before proceeding?

Secure equipment against undesired movement, then release all air brakes to ensure handbrakes will prevent movement. Make a 20 psi brake pip reduction. close angle cock on car to be detached and leave angle cock open on portion of train to be left standing. Allow the portion of train left standing to apply in emergency.

You are the engineer on westbound train H FTWPAS1-12. The dispatcher advises you that you will be lined into the siding at McPherson. the dispatcher instructs that, after clearing in that siding you are to secure your train, and a taxi will be sent to transport your crew to the terminal. There will not be a relief crew sent for this train for at least 6 hours. the dispatcher also reminds you to cut the small private crossing in the middle of the siding at McPherson, so the local farmer will have access to his cattle You have cleared the siding at McPherson. the conductor is at the road crossing to make the cut. How must you secure the portion of the train that will be detached and left east of the road crossing?

Apply all locomotive handbrakes and sufficient handbrakes on cars to secure equipment against undesired movement; Release all air brakes to ensure handbrakes will prevent movement. Fully apply the independent brake; make a 20 psi brake pipe reduction.

You are the engineer on westbound train H FTWPAS1-12. The dispatcher advises you that you will be lined into the siding at McPherson. the dispatcher instructs that, after clearing in that siding you are to secure your train, and a taxi will be sent to transport your crew to the terminal. There will not be a relief crew sent for this train for at least 6 hours. the dispatcher also reminds you to cut the small private crossing in the middle of the siding at McPherson, so the local farmer will have access to his cattle. You have now made the cut at the road crossing and moved west in the siding. How will you secure the portion of your train left west of the crossing with the locomotives still attached?

Buff

________ forces are present when a train is in a slack-bunched condition

Actuating

_________ prevents the locomotive brakes from applying, or releases them after an automatic brake application.

They store, cool, and dry the supply of compressed air used for the brake system and air operated auxiliary devices.

the main reservoirs on the locomotive serve what purposes?

Detemine that brake pipe pressure is being restored as indicted by a gauge or device at the rear of the train before proceeding.

when a train is uncopled, unchanged and recoupled in 4 hours or less;

When the engineer does not respond to warnings or signals to reduce train speed or stop the train. When the engineer cannot be informed to reduce train speed or stop the train When life or property is in danger

BNSF Air Brake & Train Handling

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