Traction Xtrap- Train Preparation

Question 1

What functionality tests are not conducted in a pre movement/ revenue prep

Answer 1

Vicers
Traction

Question 2

In pre movement/ revenue prep, what needs to be tested in the cab?

Answer 2

Whistle
Lamps test
High voltage illuminated
Emergency light illuminated

Question 3

Which cab is a panto test done from?

Answer 3

Trailing

Question 4

On train start up (key in and on) how long for auxiliary fault and battery charger status lights to extinguish?

Answer 4

20 seconds

Question 5

In a pantograph test, how many seconds should pantos lower in?

Answer 5

10 seconds

Question 6

On train start up what lights illuminate and extinguish

Answer 6

High voltage- illuminate
1 or more panto down - extinguish

Question 7

1 person continuity test

Answer 7

Lead - press ESB setup robo bitch
Trailing - lower and set trip, hand pilot valve, observe emg pressure

Question 8

How many times does safety loop open on a VICERS test

Answer 8

Twice

Question 9

When doing the VICERS test what are you watching for

Answer 9

Safety loop opens twice
Brake cylinder pressure change accordingly
Vigilance button flash
Audible buzzer
Vigilance fault light

Question 10

What are the pre departure checks? (4 answers)

Answer 10

ActivTe cab
Inspect fault and status panel
Set pilot valve
Ensure emergency brake releases to holding pressure