Locomotive Engineer Training ABTH and Mechanical Rules Study Guide (1).txt

Any employee coupling a yard line or locomotive to a train must first slightly open the shut off valve or angle cock to blow from the yard line or brake pipe.





A: Condensation


B: Debris


C: Other Contaminants


D: All of the Above

D: All of the Above

While operating a train en route
what percentage of the train's (cars and locomotives) air brakes must be operative?




A: 100%


B: 95%.


C: 85%


D: 80%.

C: 85%

REF: 5002

Standard brake pipe pressure for road freight service is ___ ; standard pressure for yard and transfer service is ____





A: 90 PSI/ 80 PSI


B: 80 PSI I 90 PSI


C: 90 PSI/ 90 PSI


D: 110 PSI/ 90 PSI

C: 90 PSI/ 90 PSI

REF: 5004

After properly adjusting the brake pipe pressure and attaching cars to the rear of the train
in order to prevent overcharging the brake system




A: Full Service


B: Over-Reduction to


C: 20 PSI


D: 10 PSI

A: Full Service

REF: 5005

What must you do to avoid an overcharged condition when doubling cars or coupling cars to head end a train? After the coupling is made
but before the angle cock is opened make a brake pipe reduction.




A: Full Service


B: Minimum Reduction


C: Use over-reduction zone


D: Emergency

A: Full Service

REF: 5005

When charging a train from other than the head end
adjust the brake pipe pressure to:




A: 15 PSI below standard pressure for that train


B: 20 PSI below standard pressure for that train


C: 10 PSI above standard pressure for that train


D: 17 PSI above standard pressure for that train

A: 15 PSI below standard pressure for that train

REF: 5005

When reducing an overcharged air brake system
after (1) charging the brake pipe to

standard pressure for at least 3 minutes and (2) placing the automatic brake in EMERGENCY position
what is the NEXT step in the procedure?




A: Place the automatic brake in the RELEASE position.


B: Verify that the air brake on each car applies.


C: Wait 90 seconds and place the automatic brake in RELEASE position.


D: Place the automatic brake in the HANDLE OFF position for 90 seconds.

C: Wait 90 seconds and place the automatic brake in RELEASE position.

REF: 5006

While the train or engine is moving
is it permissible to adjust the regulating valve on the controlling locomotive or cut out the brake valve on the controlling locomotive. (True or False)




A: True


B: False

B: False

REF: 5007

When applying the train brakes
monitor _______ because the _____ will reduce at a slower rate.




A: independent equalizing pressure / brake pipe pressure


B: brake pipe pressure / equalizing reservoir pressure


C: equalizing reservoir pressure / brake pipe pressure


D: main reservoir pressure / brake cylinder pressure

C: equalizing reservoir pressure I brake pipe pressure

REF: 5051

Monitor all air pressure indications to detect changes that may affect the operation of the locomotive or train. (True or False)





A: True


B: False

A: True

REF: 5052

Equalizing reservoir pressure adjustments must be made with the automatic brake valve handle in the position and cut ____





A: Full application / Out


B: Full Service /In


C: Service Zone I Out


D: Release / Out

D: Release / Out

REF: 5053

When cutting in the automatic brake
before placing the automatic brake cut-out valve to the IN position




A: Release / Decreasing


B: Application /Increasing


C: Release /Increasing


D: Increase / Releasing

C: Release /Increasing

REF: 5054

Whenever actual piston travel is within 2 Inches of the maximum piston travel shown in block 10 of the Form FRA-F6180-49A (blue cab form) it must be reported on the _____ and to the
or mechanical desk.




A: Locomotive Work Report- train dispatcher
yardmaster

B: Calendar Day Inspection - trainmaster
track foreman

C: Locomotive Work Report- chief train dispatcher
road foreman

D: Calendar Day Inspection -train dispatcher
train coordinator

A: Locomotive Work Report- train dispatcher

REF: 5055

With the independent brake fully applied
brake cylinder pressure should not differ from the brake cylinder pressure represented inside the locomotive cab by stencil




A: 1


B: 3


C: 5


D: 8

B: 3 psi

REF: 5056

Do not __ the independent brake so that it actuates the air brakes continuously.





A: Block


B: Turn


C: Cut Out


D: Cut in

A: Block

REF: 5057

Except for yard operations and passenger trains
the controlling locomotive must be

equipped with or air brake valves.





A: 24L or independent


B: 24RL or electronic


C: 26TL or 30GS


D: 26/30 or electronic

D: 26/30 or electronic

REF: 5059

Main reservoir air pressure should be between ____ and _____ PSI and must be at least ____ PSI more than brake pipe pressure for the air brake to work properly.





A: 130 and 140/15


B: 130 and 145/15


C: 135 and 145/15


D: 120 and 140/10

B: 130 and 145/15

REF: 5060

If the locomotive is stopped
do not move the locomotive when the main reservoir

pressure is within __ PSI of the brake pipe pressure.





A: 10


B: 15


C: 20


D: 25

B: 15

REF: 5060

If the locomotive is moving and the main reservoir pressure falls to within ___ PSI of the setting of the regulating valve the engineer must stop the movement.





A: 15


B: 20


C: 25


D: 10

D: 10

REF: 5060

When necessary to increase air compressor output with a locomotive consist that does


not contain an electrically driven air compressor
center the reverser and do not place the throttle above any position:




A: Higher than # 3 position.


B: Higher than# 4 position.


C: Higher than# 5 position.


D: While main reservoir pressure is still falling.

B: Higher than# 4 position.

REF: 5060

When necessary to increase air compressor output on a locomotive consist that contains


at least one electrically-driven air compressor
with the reverser centered




A: # 1.


B: Idle.


C: #4.


D: Up to throttle position # 4

Do not increase air compressor output unless main reservoir pressure is within ___


PSI of the regulating valve setting?





A: 15


B: 20


C: 25


D: 30

During air brake tests
what methods are used to determine the air pressure at the rear of train or cut of cars?




A: Telemetry that has been qualified
air gauge in the EOT or marker unit

gauge. Air gauge on a locomotive coupled to the rear of train or cut of cars.


B: A trainman located at the rear of the train observing that the brake cylinder responds to


air brake operation.


C: Answers 'A' and 'B' are correct.

When making a brake test on a train that is not equipped with qualified telemetry
how can it be determined that the air brakes at the rear of the train have applied and released?




MULTIPLE ANSWER


A: Observe that the brake cylinder piston at the rear of train responds to air brake


operation


B: Observe that the brake pipe gauge at the rear of the train responds to air brake


operation


C: Observe that the auxiliary reservoir gauge at the rear of the train responds to air brake operation.


D: Observe that the emergency reservoir gauge at the rear of the train responds to air brake operation.

When making a brake test on a train that is equipped with qualified telemetry
how can it be determined that the air brakes at the rear of the train have applied and released?




A: 5-PSI increase in brake pipe pressure indicates an application and a 5-PSI decrease in


brake pipe pressure indicates a release.


B: 5-PSI reduction in brake pipe pressure indicates an application and a 5-PSI increase in


brake pipe pressure indicates a release


C: 5-PSI reduction in brake cylinder pressure indicates an application and a 5-PSI


increase in brake cylinder pressure indicates a release.


D: 5-PSI increase in brake cylinder pressure indicates an application and a 5-PSI reduction in brake cylinder pressure indicates a release.

After an air brake test
make certain that brake pipe pressure is being restored at the rear of the train before proceeding. (True or False)




A: True


B: False

Which locomotive air brake test requires testing of brake pipe leakage?





A: Standing Locomotive Air Brake Test


B: Running Locomotive Air Brake Test


C: Locomotive Consist Air Brake Test


D: Class Ill Brake Test

When is a Locomotive Consist Air Brake Test required?





A: When a locomotive consist is made up or added to.


B: When any change is made to a locomotive consist


C: Before departing initial terminal.


D: Only if a calendar day inspection has not been performed

The Standing Locomotive Air Brake Test reveals holding power ineffective. After placing the throttle in IDLE
if the movement does not stop:

(MULTIPLE ANSWER)





A: Use hand brake if conditions permit.


B: Reverse locomotive.


C: Place reverser lever in the position opposite the direction of movement and place the throttle in position #1.


D: Place automatic brake handle in emergency position.

What are the procedures for performing a Standing Locomotive Air Brake Test?





A: Independent brake in FULL APPLICATION
reverse lever in FORWARD or REVERSE

B: Release independent air brake and reapply after movement is started to ensure that the locomotive slows down.


C: Walk around locomotive and inspect pistons to insure that brakes are applied


D: Release and reapply independent brake. Then check brake cylinder gauge pressure to insure that brakes are applied.

When is a Standing Locomotive Air Brake Test required?


MULTIPLE ANSWER





A: After initial terminal test.


B: After changing ends or controlling units on a lite locomotive consist.


C: Before making an initial movement with a lite locomotive when cutting away from a train


D: When initially taking charge of a lite locomotive.

As soon as operating conditions permit
when is a Running Locomotive Air Brake Test required?

MULTIPLE ANSWER





A: When making any change to a locomotive consist


B: When making initial movement of a lite locomotive


C: Immediately before coupling to a train.


D: When changing ends.

When performing a Locomotive Running Air Brake Test
what is the next step after

releasing the independent brake and verifying that brake cylinder pressure reduces to zero and retarding force is eliminated?





A: Make a 15 PSI brake pipe reduction and verify brake cylinder pressure and retarding of the locomotive.


B: Make a 15 PSI brake pipe reduction and cut out the automatic brake valve.


C: While actuating the brake cylinder pressure
make a 15 PSI brake pipe reduction.

D: Make a FULL SERVICE brake pipe reduction and verify brake cylinder pressure.

While actuating the brake cylinder pressure during a Running Locomotive Air Brake Test
a heavy retarding effect develops. What is the most likely cause?




A: Brake pipe hose coupled to the actuating hose of another engine in the consist.


B: Main reservoir equalizing hose coupled to the actuating hose of another engine in the consist.


C: Actuating hose coupled to the Independent Application and Release hose of another engine in the consist.


D: Independent application and release hose coupled to the Brake Pipe hose.

You are performing a Class I Brake Test using the Air Flow Method. What is the


procedure used to check brake pipe leakage during the Class I Brake Test?


A: Verify that the airflow indicator shows 60 CFM or less.


B: Cut out the automatic brake valve wait 1 minute and verify that the airflow indicator


shows 60 CFM or less.


C: Cut out the automatic brake valve and verify that the airflow indicator shows 60 CFM or


less.


D: Allow the brake pipe exhaust to stop
cut out the automatic brake valve

note brake pipe pressure and measure brake pipe leakage for 1 minute.

Use of the Air Flow Method to test leakage is required when the train's controlling


locomotive is equipped with (minimum requirements):


A: 26/30 or electronic air brake equipment
an air flow indicator and the train is two-way

telemetry equipped.


B: 26/30 or electronic air brake equipment and an air flow indicator.


C: 26/30 or electronic air brake equipment and the train is two-way telemetry equipped.


D: 26/30 air brake equipment
an air flow indicator and the train is telemetry equipped.

To make an Air Flow Method leakage test
the air flow indicator must read:




A: 55 CFM or more.


B: 60 CFM or less.


C: 65 CFM or less.


D: 70 CFM or more.

When performing a Class I Brake Test
charge brake pipe pressure at the rear car to __

PSI for freight trains. Obtain the required signal to begin the test. Make a PSI brake


pipe reduction and allow the brake pipe exhaust to stop.





A: 75/15


B: 85/20


C: 75/20


D: 90/26

When performing a Class I Brake Test
use the method when the train's

controlling locomotive is equipped with 26/30 or electronic air brake equipment and an air


flow indicator.





A: Ground Inspection Method.


B: Air Flow Method.


C: Brake Pipe Leakage Method


D: Brake Cylinder Leakage Method

You have checked brake pipe leakage when making a Class I Brake Test. What must be


done before releasing the air brakes?


A: Return the automatic brake handle to the release position
and wait for signal to

proceed.


B: Cut in the automatic brake
place the automatic brake handle to release position and

advise conductor that train is ready to proceed.


C: Receive the required signal.


D: Return the automatic brake handle to the release position and cut in the automatic


brake.

While performing a Class I Brake Test using the Brake Pipe Leakage Method
you have

made a 20 PSI brake pipe reduction. What is the procedure to check brake pipe leakage?


A: Allow the brake pipe exhaust to stop
wait 1 minute

note brake pipe pressure and measure brake pipe leakage for 1 minute.


B: Allow the brake pipe exhaust to stop
cut out the automatic brake valve

note brake pipe pressure and measure brake pipe leakage for 1 minute.


C: Allow the brake pipe exhaust to stop
cut out the automatic brake valve and measure

brake pipe leakage for 1 minute.


D: Verify that air flow indicator shows 60 CFM or less.

You are on the line-of-road and separate your train to cut a crossing at a busy


intersection. What brake test is required when you recouple to your train after 5 hours?





A: Class I Brake Test.


B: Class II Brake Test


C: Class Ill Brake Test- Trainline Continuity


D: Class lA Brake Test

When a freight train has received a Class I Brake Test using other than outbound


locomotive and kept on charge
what additional test is required once the outbound

locomotive is added to the train?


A: Class I Brake Test.


B: Class II Brake Test


C: Class Ill Brake Test- Trainline Continuity


D: Perform a rear car application and release procedure.

You have picked up cars on line-of-road and doubled back to your train to perform a Class


I Brake Test. What must be known about the train's air brakes before departing?


A: Brakes apply and release on all cars in the train.


B: Brakes apply and release on each of the cars picked up as well as the rear car of the


train.


C: Brakes apply and release on only the rear car in the train.


D: Brakes apply on all cars in the train for a minumum of three minutes
and verify release.

During a Class I Brake Test at an initial terminal
at least ___ % of the air brakes must

be operative.


A: 75%.


B: 85%.


C: 90%.


D: 100%.

D: 100%.

REF: 5203/5211

You are on the line-of-road and are instructed by proper authority to perform a Class II Air


Brake Test on a cut of cars to be added to your train. What is required to be verified for


this test?


A: Verify that the brakes on each car you pick up apply and release


B: Verify that at least 85% of the cars you pickup have operable air brakes.


C: Verify that the brake on the rear car of your train applies and releases.


D: Verify that the brakes on each car you pick up apply and release
and that the rear car

of your train applies and releases.

When performing a Class II brake test
you are permitted to move cars with inoperative air brakes after they have been reported




A: True


B: False

Cars given a Class II Brake Test must receive a Class I Brake Test at the next forward location where facilities are available to perform a Class I Brake Test. (True or False)





A: True


B: False.

You are on the line-of-road and pick up a solid block of cars that has not been previously tested. You are required to perform a Class II Brake Test and the air brakes fail to apply on one of the cars. What is required?





A: Retest the air brakes on the cars which failed to apply.


B: Car must be immediately set out.


C: Car may be moved to next repair location without retesting.


D: Car may be moved
but only as the head car in the train.

You perform a brake test on cars you picked up. After coupling the cars to the main body


of the train and charging the brake pipe pressure at the rear car to 75 PSI
what brake

pipe reduction is required when performing the required brake test?





A: 15-PSI


B: 20-PSI


C: 10-PSI


D: FULL SERVICE

You have stopped to pick up cars on the line-of-road that were previously tested and left


on air. After attaching the cars to the main body of your train
what brake test is required?




A: Class I Brake Test.


B: Class II Brake Test.


C: Class Ill Brake Test- Train Consist Change


D: A brake test is not required on this train.

You are on the line-of-road and separate your train to cut a crossing at a busy


intersection. What brake test is required when you couple your train together after 3


hours?


A: Class I Brake Test.


B: Class Ill Brake Test- Train Consist Change.


C: Class Ill Brake Test- Trainline Continuity


D: Class lA Brake Test

A Class Ill Air Brake Test is required when:





A: The train has been separated and re-coupled without any change to the trains consist.


B: A locomotive or caboose is changed.


C: A car or solid block of cars are removed from the train.


D: All of the above are correct.

You stop your train at an intermediate terminal and set off a locomotive. After re-coupling


to the train
what type of brake test will be made prior to departure?




A: Transfer Train Air Brake Test


B: No further testing will be required.


C: Class Ill- Train Consist Change


D: Class II Brake Test

What are the steps required for performing a Transfer Train Air Brake Test? (Multiple Answer)





A: Make a 20 PSI brake pipe reduction


B: Make certain that the air brake applies on each car


C: Make certain that the air brake applies and releases on each car


D: Charge the brake pipe pressure at the rear car to 75 PSI.

When making a Transfer Train Air Brake Test
after making a 20-PSI brake pipe reduction




A: That the air brake on each car in the train applies.


B: That the air brake on each car in the train releases.


C: That the leakage is within the prescribed limitations.


D: Both 'A' and 'B'. Are correct.

Make a Transfer Train Air Brake Test before making a transfer movement not to exceed ____ miles unless the cars have been previously tested.





A: 20 miles


B: 10 miles


C: 25 miles


D: 50 miles

You are on the lead locomotive and are to perform a Helper Service Brake Test. After having made a 10 PSI brake pipe reduction
what action is required after you receive confirmation from the engineer of the helper locomotive that it is properly coupled to your train?




A: Make an additional 1 OPSI brake pipe reduction


B: The engineer must make a release and re-charge the train's air brake system.


C: The engineer must make a 25-PSI brake pipe reduction.


D: No further testing is required

A Helper Service Air Brake Test is only required when the helper locomotive is attached to the rear of the train. (True or False)





A: True


B: False

During a Helper Service Brake Test
after making the required brake pipe reduction the brake pipe exhaust does not stop. What will this confirm?




A: The helper engineer has not cut out the independent brake


B: Brake pipe reduction was not sufficient.


C: Helper engineer has not cut out the automatic brake valve properly


D: The engineer of the train being helped has not properly positioned his brake valve.

A car's air brake failed to apply during performance of the Class I Air Brake Test. When retesting air brakes
the air brake on the car must remain applied _ minutes to be considered as operative.




A: Two min.


B: Three min.


C: Six min


D: No time limit if piston responds to reduction.

When retesting air brakes
what must be done if a car fails the retest?

MULTIPLE ANSWER





A: Train's originating location: Set the car out


B: An intermediate location: Tagged and moved to the nearest repair location


C: Trains' originating terminal: Move to next forward terminal


D: An intermediate location: Set Out Only

The engineer must be notified that the air brake test has been satisfactorily performed. This notification must include the: MULTIPLE ANSWER





A: Date and time the inspection was made.


B: Number of freight cars inspected.


C: Name of the qualified person performing the test or ID# if Class 1 or 1A test.


D: Location where the test was performed.

When the air brake test notification is provided verbally
the engineer must record the required information on the air brake test certificate. (True or False)




A: True


B: False

Upon completion of your tour-of-duty
what are you required to do with the brake test documentation?




A: Leave any written brake test documentation on the engineer's control stand of the controlling locomotive.


B: Leave any written brake test documentation for the conductor with the train documentation.


C: The Engineer must Retain for 7 days.


D: The conductor must retain for 5 days.

Upon taking charge of your locomotive consist you note that the Calendar Day Inspection


has been performed by the Mechanical Department. Are you permitted to make another


Calendar Day Inspection?


A: No
you must accept the inspection results of the Mechanical Department.

B: Yes
perform another inspection to verify the results of the Mechanical Department

inspection.


C: Yes
only locomotive engineers are permitted to perform Calendar Day Inspections.

D: Yes
but only after securing permission from the Mechanical Department.

Whose responsibility is it to make sure that the locomotive consist in his/her charge has


received the required calendar day inspection?


A: The locomotive engineer.


B: Mechanical Department employees.


C: The supervisor at the locomotive servicing centers.


D: Any member of the crew that is using the locomotive

Each locomotive in use must be inspected once each calendar day. (True or False)


A: True


B: False.

If a locomotive in your consist will not be used in service and the locomotive is due a


calendar day inspection
what is required?

MULTIPLE ANSWER


A: Do the calendar day.


B: Nothing. Do not isolate the locomotive.


C: Do not inspect the locomotive.


D: Comply with Rule 5307A (Completing and Placing Non-Compliance Tag).

When taking charge of your locomotive consist
you determine that the last calendar day

inspection was made on the previous day. When must the next calendar day inspection


be made on this consist?


A: 2359 hours of the following day


B: 24 hours after the date on the calendar day inspection


C: On the current day before 2359 hours


D: 48 hours after date on the calendar day inspection.

You begin your tour of duty at 0900 hours on 11 July and a calendar day inspection was


performed on 10 July on the locomotive in your charge. What are the conditions that


would determine when or if you would perform a calendar day inspection on your


locomotive?


A: Locomotive must receive a calendar day inspection before 2359 on 11 July.


B: Do not perform the calendar day inspection if doing so would violate the hours-ofservice


law


C: Do not perform the calendar day inspection if instructed by proper authority that another


employee will perform the inspection before 2359 hours


D: All of the above are correct

Complete a Calendar Day Inspection Tag and attach it on the isolation switch of the lead


locomotive when:


A: The calendar day inspection is complete


B: Someone else has performed the calendar day inspection


C: Every tour of duty


D: A locomotive in the consist is due a calendar day inspection before the lead locomotive

A Calendar Day Inspection must include inspecting the Operating Cab
Walkway and

Engine Compartment
and making a ground inspection. (True or False)

A: True


8: False

Once completed
what must be done with Calendar Day Inspection reports?

A: Left on the locomotive inspected.


B: Forwarded to the Terminal RFE.


C: Faxed to the REDI Center.


D: Be retained by the engineer for a period of 7 days.

When a non-complying condition is discovered
to whom would you promptly report the

details of the condition
including any restrictions placed on the locomotive?

A: Train dispatcher or yardmaster.


B: Mechanical desk.


C: All other crew members.


D: All of the above are correct.

When discovering a non-complying condition during a Calendar Day Inspection and the


locomotive is safe to move
how may it be moved? (Multiple Answer)

MULTIPLE ANSWER


A: Lite or dead within a yard not exceeding 10 MPH.


B: In a locomotive consist not attached to cars.


C: Isolated/shutdown (temperature permitting) when attached to cars.


D: Movement can never be made.

When handling a lite or dead non-complying locomotive that is safe to move within a yard


do not exceed MPH.


A: 5


8: 10


C: 20


D: 30

While en route
you discover a non-complying condition on a locomotive in your consist

and it cannot be brought into compliance. After it is determined that the locomotive is safe


to move
may you continue to operate this locomotive?

A: Yes
but only until reaching the next forward point where the locomotive can be

repaired.


8: No.


C: Yes
but only until the performance of the next Calendar Day inspection.

D: Yes
but only until reaching the next forward point where the necessary repairs can be

made or until the performance of the next Calendar Day inspection
whichever occurs

first.

When is it necessary to complete a Locomotive Work Report for your consist?


A: For each calendar day only


8: For each trip or tour of duty


C: When instructed


D: Only if no engineers have used the report

When is it necessary to complete a Locomotive Work Report for your consist?


A: For each calendar day only


8: For each trip or tour of duty


C: When instructed


D: Only if no engineers have used the report

When attempting to start the diesel engine
it fails to start. You repeat the starting

procedure and it fails to start the second time. What is required?


A: Restart it after reporting it to the yardmaster
train dispatcher or mechanical desk.

8: Check your fluid levels
report it to the yardmaster

and restart the diesel engine.


C: Recheck your safety devices
wait 2 minutes and attempt a restart

D: Contact the mechanical desk.

You are performing the tasks in the locomotive engine room required for starting a diesel


engine. What are the tasks that are required to be performed in the engine room?


(Multiple Answer)


MULTIPLE ANSWER


A: Reset engine protective devices that are tripped
except the crankcase over pressure

device.


8: Reset any and all engine protective devices.


C: Check the engine lube oil
cooling water and air compressor lube oil levels.

D: Check the engine lube oil and cooling water levels only.

When starting a diesel engine
crank the diesel engine until it starts but no longer than

seconds. --


A: 10


8: 20


C: 30


D: 60

You are performing the tasks in the locomotive cab required for starting a diesel engine.


Place the isolation switch to the ISOLATE position and close battery knife switch. What


other tasks are required inside the locomotive cab?


MULTIPLE ANSWER


A: Reset any tripped circuit breakers and place the control/fuel pump switch to the ON


position.


8: Make certain that the fuses are properly positioned.


C: Make certain that the throttle or the MU shutdown button is not in the STOP position.


D: Engine run and generator field switches must be in the ON position.

When a check of the fluid levels on a locomotive reveals that one or more levels is at or


below the low level
what action is required?

A: Do not start the engine


8: Contact the Mechanical Desk


C: Do not start the engine and contact the Mechanical Desk


D: Start the engine
then contact the mechanical desk

What conditions prohibit the engineer from starting the diesel engine?


A: Hot engine and low lube oil (governor shutdown) indications are displayed at the same


time.


B: An indication of a governor shutdown (low lube oil) occurs two consecutive times.


C: Crankcase over pressure device is tripped


D: All of the above are correct

The fuel system is considered properly primed when:


A: The fuel sight glass is full of fuel
fuel pressure gauge reads a minimum of 30 PSI or

system has been primed continuously for 30 seconds.


B: The fuel sight glass is full of fuel
fuel pressure gauge reads a minimum of 20 PSI or 20

seconds have elapsed.


C: The fuel sight glass is full of fuel
fuel pressure gauge reads a minimum of 10 PSI

(EMD) 40-PSI (GE) or 30 seconds have elapsed.


0: The fuel system is always primed due to the presence of regulating and one-way check


valves.

When starting or shutting down the diesel engine in a SD?OAC
SD80AC or SD90AC

locomotive
what must you do?

A: Contact the mechanical desk.


B: Follow the same procedure as with all other locomotives.


C: Comply with the instructions posted inside the locomotive cab
if those instructions

conflict with the procedures outlined in the rules.


D: Contact the train dispatcher.

How may ALL engines in the locomotive consist
that are on line

emergency situation? (Multiple Answers)


MULTIPLE ANSWER


A: Placing the throttle in the stop position.


B: Pressing the emergency fuel cut off switch on the control panel.


C: Depressing the stop button on the overhead console (on locomotives with a desk-top


control stand).


D: By placing the control fuel pump switch in the off position.

What circuit breaker must be opened after shutting down the diesel engine?


A: The dynamic control circuit breaker.


B: The radio circuit breaker.


C: The brake transfer circuit breaker


D: The fuel pump circuit breaker.

Before shutting down the diesel engine
the engine must be operated at less than throttle

position 8 for at least how many minutes?


A: 20 minutes


B: 1 hour


C: 45 minutes


D: 30 minutes

Where are the emergency fuel cut-off switches located?


A: Either side of the fuel tank
at some engine start stations and on the engine control

panel.


B: Either side of the fuel tank and at the engine start station.


C: Either side of the fuel tank and on the engine control panel.


D: Either side of the fuel tank and on the engineer's control stand.

When setting a locomotive up in the trail position
which switches on the control stand are

placed in the OFF position?


A: Generator field
local control and engine run.

B: Generator field
control/fuel pump and engine run.

C: Control/fuel pump
headlight switch and engine run

D: Generator field
dynamic brake and engine run.

Name the hoses necessary to MU two locomotives
along with the pressures that are

associated with each hose. (Begin with the center hose and work toward the outside.)


A: Brake pipe (pressure determined by the regulating valve setting)
main reservoir

equalizing hose (130 to 145-PSI)
actuating hose (0 or 130-145 PSI)

application and release (0 to 45-PSI).


B: Brake pipe (pressure determined by the regulating valve setting)
main reservoir

equalizing hose (0 or 130-140-PSI)
actuating hose (0 to 45-PSI)

application and release (130 to 140-PSI).


C: Brake pipe (pressure determined by the regulating valve setting)
main reservoir

equalizing hose (130 to 140-PSI)
actuating hose (0 to 130-140 PSI)

application and release (0 or 45-PSI).


D: Brake pipe (pressure determined by the regulating valve setting)
main reservoir

equalizing hose (130 to 150).

Which switches on the control stand of a lead (controlling) unit would you place in the ON


position to operate the locomotive?


A: Generator field
local control and engine run

B: Engine run
generator field and control/fuel pump

C: Control/fuel pump
headlight switch and engine run

D: Generator field
dynamic brake and engine run

When uncoupling locomotives
the air hose connections should be broken as the

locomotives part. (True or False)


A: True


B: False

When changing a controlling locomotive to a trailing locomotive
place independent brake

in FULL APPLICATION position
remove and store reverser

reduction and verify that brake pipe exhaust stops. The next sequence of steps is to:


A: Cut out the automatic brake and place in the HANDLE OFF position. Place the


independent brake in the RELEASE position and cut out. Set switches and to trailing


position and proceed to new controlling locomotive.


B: Cut out the automatic brake and place in the HANDLE OFF position. Cut out the


independent brake and place in the RELEASE position. Set switches and to trailing


position and proceed to new controlling locomotive.


C: Cut out the automatic brake and leave in the FULL SERVICE position. Place the


independent brake in the RELEASE position and cut out. Set switches and to trailing


position and proceed to new controlling locomotive.


D: Leave automatic brake in the FULL SERVICE position. Leave independent brake in the


FULL APPLICATION position. Set switches and to trailing position and proceed to new


controlling locomotive.

When changing a trailing locomotive to a controlling locomotive
place independent brake

in FULL APPLICATION position
cut it in and position the switches and controls for lead

unit operation. The next sequence of steps is to:


A: Place the automatic brake in the RELEASE position
cutting in the automatic brake

followed by adjusting the equalizing reservoir if necessary.


B: Place the automatic brake in the HANDLE OFF position followed by cutting out the


automatic brake.


C: Place the automatic brake in the RELEASE position
adjusting the equalizing reservoir

if necessary followed by cutting in the automatic brake.


D: Place the automatic brake in the FULL SERVICE position
adjusting the equalizing

reservoir if necessary
followed by cutting in the automatic brake.

When testing the locomotive hand brake and the locomotive moves but stops within 10


feet after placing the throttle in IDLE
the engineer should:

A: Retest the handbrake


B: Consider the hand brake effective


C: Consider the handbrake ineffective


D: Set out another car with the locomotive

What is required when locomotives are to be left unattended
the hand brakes are

ineffective and do not prevent movement of the locomotive?


A: Locomotive will be left unattended with automatic brake valve in emergency position.


B: Locomotive must be accompanied by at least one car or locomotive with an operative


hand brake.


C: Locomotive will be left unattended with an ineffective hand brake.


D: Locomotive will be chocked and chained by the engineer in accordance with the rules.

When leaving a lead locomotive unattended with the engine running
what is the proper

position of each of the following switches: Engine Run
Generator Field and Control/Fuel

Pump?


A: Engine Run- ON; Generator Field- OFF; Control/Fuel Pump- ON


B: Engine Run- ON; Generator Field- ON; Control/Fuel Pump- ON


C: Engine Run - OFF; Generator Field - ON; Control/Fuel Pump - OFF


0: Engine Run- OFF; Generator Field- OFF; Control/Fuel Pump- OFF

When leaving a locomotive unattended with the engine running and not coupled to cars


what is the proper position of each of the following devices: Throttle
Reverser

and Isolation Switch?


A: Throttle- IDLE; Reverser- NEUTRAL; Handbrake- APPLIED; Isolation SwitchSTART/


STOP/ISOLATE; OR AS DIRECTED


8: Throttle - IDLE; Reverser- CENTERED and REMOVED; Handbrake -APPLIED;


Isolation Switch- RUN position


C: Throttle - IDLE; Reverser- CENTERED and REMOVED; Handbrake -APPLIED;


Isolation Switch- START/STOP/ISOLATE; OR AS DIRECTED


D: Throttle - STOP; Reverser- NEUTRAL; Handbrake -APPLIED; Isolation Switch -


START/STOP/ISOLATE; OR AS DIRECTED

When leaving a locomotive consist unattended that is not coupled to cars
place the

independent brake in the position and the automatic brake in the ___ _


position.


A: Release/full service


8: Full Application/Release


C: Full Service/Release


D: Release/Release

For fuel conservation
when the train or locomotive is stopped

MULTIPLE ANSWER


A: Center the reverse lever to activate the low idle feature.


8: Allow the Auxiliary Power Unit to operate on equipped units.


C: Open the control fuel pump switch.


D: Allow Automatic Engine Start Stop (AESS) to operate on equipped units.

For fuel conservation
when handling lite locomotives

safely control the movement must be shut down or isolated. (True or False)


A: True


B: False

For fuel conservation
avoid having more locomotives on line than those required to

maintain maximum authorized speed. (True or False)


A: True


B: False

When taking charge of locomotive(s)
check the fuel level. Report fuel levels of

to the mechanical desk. ------


A: 1 000 gallons


B: Less than 1 000 gallons


C: More than 1000 gallons


D: Only when two locomotives show the same level

For fuel conservation
Automatic Engine Start and Stop system (AESS) equipped

locomotive/s need only be for compliance.


A: Placed on continuous run


B: Enabled by the APU


C: Isolated


D: Started

The engineer may cut out or annul a safety device without authorization
or hold down a

deadman pedal with anything other than your foot. (True or False)


A: True


B: False

What position on an automatic brake is used to reset a penalty application?


A: Release


B: Minimum reduction


C: Suppression


0: Emergency

Check the accuracy of the speed indicator on the controlling locomotive at locations


indicated in __ _


A: System Bulletin


B: System Notice


C: Dispatcher Bulletin


0: Special Instructions

What is the minimum continuous speed for a locomotive consist?


A: The lowest minimum continuous speed of any of the on-line locomotives in the consist.


B: The lowest minimum continuous speed of any locomotive in the consist regardless of


whether on-line or isolated.


C: The highest minimum continuous speed of any of the isolated locomotives in the


consist.


D: The highest minimum continuous speed of any of the on-line locomotives in the consist.

Avoid continuous operation at speeds lower than minimum continuous speed for the


locomotive consist. (True or False)


A: True


B: False

The term 'short time rating' means:


A: The minimum time that a locomotive may be operated in an overloaded condition.


B: A rating placed on the locomotive by its manufacturer and is the maximum time that the


locomotive can operate at the given output in throttle 8 without risking heat damage to


the traction motors.


C: The maximum RPM at which the diesel engine may be operated before the overspeed


device operates.


D: A rating placed on the locomotive by its manufacturer and is the maximum time that the


locomotive can operate at the given output in throttle 8 without risking heat damage to


the main generator I traction alternator.

When short time ratings are exceeded
the traction motors must be cooled. In order to do

this
stop movement

position and place the throttle in position for __ minutes.


A: #8 position / 15 minutes


B: #4 position I 20 minutes.


C: #6 position I 30 minutes


0: Idle position I 20 minutes

Avoid continuous operation at speeds lower than the minimum continuous speed for the


locomotive consist. The minimum continuous speed for the locomotive consist is:


A: The lowest minimum continuous speed for any on-line locomotive in consist.


8: The lowest minimum continuous speed for DC locomotives in the consist.


C: The highest minimum continuous speed for any on-line locomotive in consist.


0: The highest minimum continuous speed for any AC on-line locomotive in consist

After a locomotive operates in the one-hour zone for 15 minutes
then operates outside

the short time rating zone for less than 20 minutes and returns to the one-hour zone
how

much time
if any

A: 20 minutes


8: 45 minutes


C: 0 minutes


D: 1 hour.

What is the minimum continuous speed of a locomotive consist with CSXT unit numbers


5102
8820

A: 10


8: 11


C: 12


D: Minimum continuous speed does not apply to this consist (N/A).

When the diesel engine shuts down in freezing weather and cannot be restarted
what

action must be taken with regard to the cooling system?


A: Drain the engine after it cools down


8: Nothing


C: Drain the engine
unless the locomotive is equipped with an operable APU

0: Wait one hour then drain the engine

What is required when a locomotive in your charge is standing and the temperature is 15


degrees Fahrenheit or less?


A: Place the reverse lever in the center position
generator field switch in the OFF position

and the Throttle in position #3.


B: Drain the engine to ensure the fluids don't freeze.


C: Use the APU.


D: All of the Above

What is required when the ground relay causes the locomotive to be isolated or causes a


traction motor to be cut out?


A: Set out at the first opportunity


B: Do not operate above 20 MPH


C: Make sure that the wheels are turning freely


D: Make sure that the wheels are turning freely and do not operate above 30 MPH

What is required when a traction motor support bearing is suspected of being hot:


(Multiple Answer)


MULTIPLE ANSWER


A: Stop the movement


B: Report the bearing to the train dispatcher and the Mechanical Desk


C: Comply with the instructions you receive


D: Do not exceed 15 mph

If the train's momentum prevents stopping short of tracks submerged by water
what must

the engineer do before reaching the water?


A: Center the reverser; open the engine run switch and place throttle in # 8 position.


B: Center the reverser; open the generator field switch and place throttle in# 4 position.


C: Center the reverser; open the engine run switch and place throttle in# 4 position.


D: Center the reverser; open the generator field switch and place throttle in # 8 position

Do not add water to a diesel engine when a _______ indication is displayed.


A: Governor shutdown


B: Turbo lube pump


C: Hot engine


D: No power

A locomotive in your consist is low on water and also has a hot engine condition. What


must you do?


A: Wait four (4) minutes before venting the pressure and adding water


B: Do not add water when a 'hot engine' indication is displayed. Consult the Mechanical


Desk for instructions.


C: Water is not to be added to an engine which is running or shut down and indicates a


'hot engine' condition unless you need the locomotive to move the train.


D: Wait four (4) minutes. If there is water visible in the sight glass you may then


immediately vent the pressure and begin adding water.

When adding water to a diesel engine under routine circumstances
what is the proper

method?


A: Add water to the proper level
shut the diesel engine down

the sight glass and vent the pressure.


B: Shut down the diesel engine and wait four (4) minutes
observe water level in the sight

glass
add water to the proper level and vent the pressure for one minute.

C: Note the water level in the sight glass
shut down the engine if running

minutes
verify that water level has risen but does not continue to rise

pressure for one minute using the pressure relief valve and fill to proper level.


D: Vent the pressure for one minute
observe that the water level has increased but does

not continue to rise
add water to the proper level

the water level in the sight glass and vent the pressure.

What is the proper operating procedure when a locomotive is not equipped with ditch


lights or both ditch lights fail en route?


A: Do not exceed 20 mph while the locomotives operates over a highway crossing at grade.


B: Do not exceed 20 mph.


C: Proceed at controlled speed not exceeding 40 mph.


D: Proceed at restricted speed.

The number of powered axles in use must not exceed ----on a helper locomotive


when the helper locomotive is shoving a train.


A: 8


B: 12


C: 18


D: 24

The number of powered axles in use must not exceed when all operating


locomotives are shoving a train or cut of cars totaling more than 50 cars
and every

locomotive in the consist and within twenty cars of the consist are equipped with alignment


A: 10


B: 15


C: 20


D: 24

When a reduction of powered axles is necessary
isolate locomotives from the front of the consist to the rear. (True or False)

A: True


B: False

When calculating powered axles in a locomotive consist
count AC locomotives as axles. _____




A:6


B: 9


C: 12


D: 14

Calculate the number of powered axles in a locomotive consist with CSXT units 401
7650 and 5930?




A: 16


B: 19


C: 21


D: 24

The number of powered axles in use must not exceed ____ for the operating


locomotives that are pulling a train or cut of cars.


A: 18


B: 24
or 27 for Express Trains Q

C: 30
or 26 for Express Trains Q

D: 32

How must the throttle be adjusted at least 8 seconds before reaching a railroad crossing


at grade or lift rails of a drawbridge when your locomotive consist contains one or more


DC powered locomotives at speeds above 25 MPH? (Multiple Answer)


MULTIPLE ANSWER


A: If the throttle is in a position above #4
reduce to position #4.

B: If the throttle is in position #4 or lower
reduce to the next lower position.

C: If the throttle is in position #4 or greater
increase to the next higher position.

D: If the throttle is in position #1 or less
apply dynamic brakes.

Do not make throttle changes to accelerate a train having long cars in the head 1/3 of its


length. This will be done:


A: while your train is passing through a crossover
turnout or sharp curves.

B: when your train is below 10 MPH in order to reduce lateral forces when making a


crossover or turnout move


C: while the long cars are passing through crossovers
turnouts or sharp curves

D: until your entire train is clear of crossovers
turnouts or sharp curves.

Do not use the independent brake at speeds above __ MPH to control or retard movement of a locomotive consist with cars attached.





A: 10 MPH


B: 15 MPH


C: 20 MPH


D: 25 MPH

When using the independent brake while operating a locomotive consist that has 20 or


more axles
use extreme caution at speeds below __ MPH.




A: 40


B: 25


C: 15


D: 20

When operating locomotive consists with or more axles
keep brake cylinder

pressure below PSI when controlling speed or stopping.





A: 25/25


B: 25/20


C: 20 /25


D: 20/15

You must actuate the brakes for at least __ seconds when you have 8 locomotives in


the consist.





A: 8


B: 16


C: 32


0: 12

Except for emergency applications
avoid making brake pipe reductions after brake pipe

pressure reaches the point of equalization. Doing so:


A: Provides no additional braking effort.


B: Serves only to waste air pressure.


C: May eliminate the ability to make an emergency application.


0: All of the above are correct.

Except to put train brakes into emergency
do not place automatic brake beyond the

___ position to apply train brakes.


A: Handle Off


B: Suppression


C: Over-Reduction Zone


D: Minimum Service

When using the automatic brake and operating conditions permit
wait at least __ _

seconds after the initial brake pipe reduction before following it with additional reductions


of to PSI each.


A: 10 seconds I 1 to 2 PSI


B: 10 seconds I 2 to 3 PSI


C: 20 seconds 11 to 2 PSI


D: 20 seconds I 2 to 3 PSI.

When using the automatic brake
the proper initial brake pipe reduction will be:

A: 6 to 8 PSI when the system is fully charged and at least 3 PSI greater than the total


previous reduction when the train brake system is not fully recharged


8: At least 2 PSI greater than the total previous reduction when the train brake system is


not fully recharged


C: 6 to 8 PSI when the system is fully charged and at least 2 PSI greater than the total


previous reduction when the train brake system is not fully recharged


D: 8 to 10 PSI when the system is fully charged and at least 3 PSI greater than the total


previous reduction when the train brake system is not fully recharged.

When using the train brakes
you feel that the brakes are not holding or slowing the train's

speed properly. What should you do?


A: Reduce speed to 20 MPH.


8: Reduce to Restricted Speed until brakes function correctly.


C: Increase the equalizing reservoir pressure


0: Stop the train. If necessary
use an emergency brake application.

Indications that a train's brake system is not fully charged are:


MULTIPLE ANSWER


A: Air flow indicator reading is higher than what it had been before the previous brake


application


B: Brake pipe pressure on rear car is lower than what it was before making the previous


brake application


C: A shorter brake pipe exhaust than when the brake system was fully charged


0: A longer brake pipe exhaust than when the brake system was fully charged.

At service equalization
what three volumes of air are the same pressures (equalized)?

A: Brake cylinder
auxiliary reservoir and emergency reservoir

B: Brake cylinder
auxiliary reservoir and brake pipe

C: Brake pipe
brake cylinder and brake pipe

D: Emergency reservoir
brake cylinder and brake pipe.

What is the proper procedure if the dynamic brake warning light comes on?


A: Increase dynamic brake output until the light goes out.


B: Gradually reduce dynamic brake output until the light goes out.


C: Reduce dynamic brake output by cutting out the dynamic brake on any trailing unit.


D: Turn off the dynamic brake control circuit breaker.

In order to comply with the maximum dynamic brake axle value allowed
how is the

number of dynamic brake axles to be reduced?


A: By cutting out individual traction motors using the motor cut out switches.


B: On any unit in the consist.


C: On the controlling unit.


D: On any unit except the controlling unit.

The engineer should be informed of the operational status of the dynamic brakes in the


locomotive consist. If the status is not known.


A: Test the dynamic brake at the first opportunity.


B: Consider the brake ineffective


C: Complete a locomotive consist brake test


D: None of the Above

When using the dynamic brake while the head 1/3 of the train is passing through turnouts


or crossovers and the dynamic brake axle value exceeds
do not exceed dynamic

brake position __


A: 12 axles- #6


B: 24 axles - # 4


C: 12 axles- #4


D: 16 axles- #6.

The maximum dynamic brake axle value for a locomotive consist is ___ when any


unit has coupler limiting blocks.


A: 18


8: 20


C: 22


D: 24

The maximum dynamic brake axle value for a locomotive consist is ___ when all


units have alignment control couplers.


A: 18


8: 20


C: 22


D: 24

What is the dynamic brake axle value of CSXT unit 8756?


A: 4


B: 5


C: 6


D: 7

What is the dynamic brake axle value of a locomotive consist with CSXT units 5122
6462

and 4831?


A: 16


B: 17


C: 22


D: 23

When starting a train
keep the locomotive speed steady and do not exceed MPH

until the entire train is moving.


A: 2 MPH


B: 5 MPH


C: 10 MPH


D: 7 MPH

When controlling speed
handle the train in a safe and fuel efficient manner by:

A: Stretch braking under all circumstances.


B: Taking full advantage of dynamic braking and stretch braking.


C: Use of the independent brake and the power reduction feature.


D: Taking full advantage of throttle adjustments and dynamic braking when conditions


permit.

When using the automatic brake in conjunction with the dynamic brake and you need to


release the brakes
you will:

A: Fully release the dynamic brake before releasing the automatic brake.


B: Release the dynamic brake and the automatic brake at the same time.


C: Wait for the automatic brake to fully release while keeping the dynamic brake applied.


D: Wait for the automatic brake to fully release while gradually replacing the dynamic


brake with the independent brake.

Before applying the dynamic brake
the throttle must be in IDLE for at least

seconds before moving the dynamic brake or selector lever? ---


A: 30 seconds


B: 60 seconds


C: 20 seconds


D: 10 seconds.

When making a running release of the train brakes after desired braking is accomplished


train brakes may be released if:


MULTIPLE ANSWER


A: Brake pipe air is not exhausting.


B: You have made at least a minimum reduction of the brake pipe.


C: You have made at least a 1 0-PSI reduction of the brake pipe.


D: Brakes on the entire train will be released before train speed is reduced to 10 MPH.

When locomotive brakes will not hold a train during recharging of the air brake system


you will:


A: Reverse the locomotive to hold train during recharge.


B: Make an over-reduction to hold train brakes applied while brake system recharges.


C: Set retainer valves to the HP position.


D: Apply sufficient handbrakes to hold the train during recharge.

The speed and weight of the train
and the severity of the grade you are operating on

the three most important factors affecting stopping distance of a train. (True or False)


A: True


B: False

When cutting away from a train
you must first make a -----------------. After

cutting away from train an engineer must _______ _


A: Minimum reduction Place train in emergency using two-way telemetry if equipped


B: Over reduction zone reduction Place train in emergency using two-way telemetry if


equipped


C: Full service reduction Place train in emergency using two-way telemetry if equipped


0: Emergency application Place train in emergency using two-way telemetry if equipped.

When leaving your train unattended
in addition to applying sufficient handbrakes

A: Make an over reduction of at least 1 0 PSI.


B: Place the train brakes in emergency.


C: Make at least a 1 0-PSI reduction but no more than full service.


0: Make a full service reduction.

How do you condition the train brake while the train is stopped?


A: Maintain a full service reduction.


B: Maintain a 1 0-PSI brake pipe reduction.


C: Release the brake application after the exhaust has stopped for at least 30 seconds.


0: Maintain at least a 1 0-PSI brake pipe reduction
but not more than a full service

reduction until train is required to move.

When possible
what are the preferred procedures while operating through an area with a

temporary speed restriction?


A: Release the train air brakes before entering the restriction and do not exceed dynamic


brake position #4.


B: Use the lowest possible throttle position for starting or moving the train.


C: Minimize changes in train speed or slack condition and limit locomotive brake cylinder


pressure.


0: All of the above

When descending a steep grade (1% or more)
what must you do as soon as it becomes

apparent that train speed cannot be maintained at or below maximum allowable speed?


A: Make a minimum reduction to control train speed.


B: Immediately make a full service reduction.


C: Place the train in EMERGENCY.


0: After making a full service
place the automatic brake handle in the over reduction zone.

When descending a steep grade (1% or more)
if a train requires an __ pound or

greater brake pipe reduction to control speed to balance the grade
the train must be

immediately stopped with the train brakes
using emergency if necessary.

A: 12


B: 15


C: 18


0: 26

While descending a steep grade (1% or more)
you made an 18-PSI or greater brake pipe

reduction to control train speed to balance the grade. What action are you required to


take?


A: Immediately make a full service application.


B: The train must be stopped immediately with the train brakes using emergency if


necessary.


C: Immediately make an over reduction application of at least 10 PSI.


0: Inspect the locomotive consist to ensure that all dynamic brakes are working properly. If


found to be working properly place the train into emergency.

What are you required to do when your train
with a locomotive consist of 9

horsepower
is cresting a steep grade (1% or more) at 14 MPH?

A: Gradually reduce throttle to at least #4 at least 15 seconds before the locomotive crests


the grade. Increase the throttle position when the locomotive crests the grade.


B: Nothing is required unless the locomotive consists exceeds 12 000 horsepower.


C: Gradually reduce throttle to at least #6 just before the locomotive crests the grade. Do


not increase the throttle position until the train speed increases.


D: Gradually reduce throttle to at least #6 just before the locomotive crests the grade.


Increase the throttle position after the entire train crests the grade.

In helper service
the engineer on the lead locomotive consist operates the train brakes.

(True or False)


A: True


B: False

If more than 12 helper locomotive axles are required to move a train
cut the helper

locomotive into the train with approximately _ % of the helper locomotive tonnage rating


behind the helper locomotive.


A: 50


B: 60


C: 70


0: 80

When adding a helper to a train
before coupling the brake pipe hoses and opening the

angle cocks
the automatic brake valve must be and in the position.

A: Cut Out / Release


B: Cut In I Handle Off


C: Cut In I Release


D: Cut Out I Handle Off

If a helper equipped train experiences an emergency brake application
the brake cylinder

pressure on the helper locomotive should be actuated to PSI or less to minimize in


train forces.


A: 25


B: 30


C: 35


D: 40

Is it permissible for a train to cut the helper off without stopping unless equipped with a


'helper link' or similar device? (True or False)


A: True


B: False

Your train has stalled on an ascending grade. After bunching the slack and stopping
but

before releasing the brakes
how much should the brake pipe reduction be increased?

A: To Full Service.


B: Until brake pipe pressure is 10 PSI below the point of equalization.


C: Until brake pipe pressure is 15 PSI below the point of equalization.


D: To zero (0) at a service rate.

While operating on a grade and the dynamic brake on your locomotive consist fails while


in use
what are you required to do?

MULTIPLE ANSWER


A: Apply the independent brake immediately to avoid a rapid run-out of slack.


B: Apply the automatic brake immediately with a full service reduction.


C: If necessary make brake pipe reductions sufficient to control the speed and


compensate for the loss of the dynamic braking force.


D: Do not apply the independent brake.

When an undesired emergency application occurs or when an emergency situation arises


and it becomes necessary to place the train air brakes in emergency
the engineer must

operate the two-way EOT emergency toggle switch as quickly as possible. (True or False)


A: True


B: False

When an emergency brake application is initiated from the automatic brake on the


controlling locomotive
leave the brake valve in the EMERGENCY position

MULTIPLE ANSWER


A: Leave the throttle in the position it was in when the automatic brake valve was placed in


EMERGENCY.


B: Promptly place the throttle in the IDLE position.


C: Allow maximum locomotive brake cylinder pressure to develop to provide maximum


retarding force ..


D: Control the locomotive brake cylinder pressure to provide the maximum retarding force


without sliding the locomotive wheels or creating excessive buff forces.

The brake pipe pressure on the rear of a moving train drops to 45 PSI or below. What is


required?


A: Immediately make a full service application.


B: Immediately make an emergency application.


C: Monitor the EOT to determine if the telemetry system is defective and report to the train


dispatcher if found to be defective.


D: No action is required until the brake pipe pressure drops to 40 PSI.

What are the indications of an undesired service application? (Multiple Answer)


MULTIPLE ANSWER


A: An increase in the indication of the air flow indicator.


B: The sound of excessive regulating valve operation.


C: A drop in brake pipe pressure.


D: A decrease in train speed or increase of locomotive output without a known cause.

During inclement weather conditions
test the air brake effectiveness using a split service

application to make a 10 PSI brake pipe reduction. (True or False)


A: True


B: False

Where can the Train Separation and Train Stall Reports be found?


A: Air Brake and Train Handling Rules


B: System Bulletins


C: System Notices


D: Engineer's Reading File

Engineers must have a blank copy of the Train Separation Report and the Train Stall


Report from the Engineer's Reading File before beginning a tour-of-duty. (True or False)


A: True


B: False

What are the conditions that would allow a freight train to operate without two-way


telemetry? (Multiple Answer)


MULTIPLE ANSWER


A: The train contains more than 4000 trailing tons
operates on less than 1% grade and

does not exceed 30 MPH.


8: The train contains 4000 trailing tons or less
operates on less than 2% grade and does

not exceed 30 MPH.


C: The train contains 4000 trailing tons or less
operates on more than 2% grade and does

not exceed 30 MPH.


D: The train contains more than 4000 trailing tons
operates on more than 1% grade and

does not exceed 30 MPH.

What must a train be equipped with in order to perform air brake tests using telemetry?


(Multiple Answer)


MULTIPLE ANSWER


A: The controlling locomotive must have an operative two-way HTD.


8: The rear car must have an operative EOT.


C: The controlling locomotive must have an operative HTD.


D: Readouts from the EOT and HTD must not differ by more than 3 PSI.

What must a train be equipped with in order to comply with the requirements to have twoway


telemetry capability? (Multiple Answer)


MULTIPLE ANSWER


A: The controlling locomotive must have an operative HTD capable of two-way operation.


B: The rear car must have an operative EOT.


C: The rear car must have an operative EOT capable of two-way operation.


D: The readouts of the EOT and HTD must not differ by more than 3 PSI.

What are the steps required for arming telemetry for two-way operation?


MULTIPLE ANSWER


A: Enter the ID Code of the EOT into the HTD. Press the TEST button on the EOT


B: Press the appropriate 'ARM NOW' button of the HTD when prompted. Make certain


that the emergency capability is established as indicated by an 'EMERG ENABLED' or


'ARMED' message.


C: Press the TEST button on the EOT. The HTD unit on all locomotives will arm


automatically.


0: Ensure all locomotives in the consist have "Emerg Enabled" or "Armed" message


displayed on each individual HTD.

While en-route your EOT fails. After replacing and Arming the EOT
you are NOT required

to test the emergency capability. (True or False)


A: True


B: False

To disarm the emergency capability of two-way telemetry
change the EOT ID Code to

'00000' and press the appropriate button to disarm. (True or False)


A: True


B: False

What conditions are considered as en route failures of two-way telemetry? (Multiple


Answer)


MULTIPLE ANSWER


A: When it cannot be successfully armed at a location other than the point of train


origination.


B: DEAD BAT (dead battery) and REPL BAT (replace battery)


C: DISARMD (disarmed) and VALVFAIL (valve failure)


D: FRNOCOM (front-to-rear no communication)

Your freight train requires two-way telemetry. You have an en route failure. How are you


allowed to operate?


A: You may not exceed 30 MPH and you may not move the train on 1% grades.


8: You may not move the train on 2% grades.


C: You may not exceed 30 MPH and you may not move the train on 2% grades.


0: You may not continue operation.

In order for the locomotive independent brake to be cut in
the double-ported cut-out cock

or MU-2-A valve must be in what position?


A: Out
F rt or Pass

8: In (Open)
Lead or Dead

C: Out (Closed) or Trail


0: Controlling

What device is used on an EMD diesel engine to indicate that sufficient fuel is being


delivered to the engine?


A: The return fuel sight glass


8: The bypass sight glass


C: The turbo auxiliary pump


0: Scavenging oil pump

Where is the overspeed device located on an EMD Locomotive?


A: On the rear of the diesel engine behind the alternator.


8: In the cab on the Engine Control Panel.


C: On the front of the diesel engine
behind the engine governor

0: Right rear corner of the diesel engine

What is the normal condition of the bypass sight glass?


A: Full and free of bubbles


B: Empty


C: Filled with fuel during starting procedures


D: Free flowing fuel

Where is the overspeed device located on a GE Locomotive?


A: Right rear corner of the diesel engine
below and to the right of the governor.

B: Left rear corner of the diesel engine
below and to the right of the governor.

C: Right front corner of the diesel engine
below and to the right of the governor.

0: Center of the diesel engine behind the governor.

What is indicated if fuel is found in the bypass sight glass?


A: Fuel pump service is needed


B: Engine is primed and ready to start


C: Fuel filters are becoming restricted


0: This is the normal position of the bypass sight glass

Where is the low water pressure device located on an EMD locomotive?


A: Left front corner of the diesel engine.


B: Right front corner of the diesel engine.


C: Left rear corner of the diesel engine.


0: On the engine control panel.

Where is the return sight glass located?


A: Right front corner of the diesel engine.


B: Left rear corner of the diesel engine.


C: Right rear corner of the diesel engine.


0: Left front corner of the diesel engine.

On EMD locomotives
what occurs when a low oil pressure device activates?

A: Alarm bell rings and the engine is returned to throttle position #6


B: The engine shuts down and the low oil reset protrudes(located on front of the


governor). The alarm bell rings and the governor shutdown alarm light is lit on the


affected unit.


C: The diesel engine reduces to idle and the alarm bell rings.


D: The throttle-limiting relay is energized returning the engine to throttle #6 the alarm bell


rings and the red alarm light is lit on the affected unit.

On an EMD locomotive
what happens when the low water pressure device trips?

A: Alarm bell rings and the engine is returned to throttle position #6.


8: Low water button protrudes
low oil pressure device (LOPD) trips shutting diesel engine

down.


C: Low oil pressure device (LOPD) trips shutting diesel engine down.


D: Low water button will trip causing the PC knockdown feature to place the train in


Emergency.

What is the purpose of the overspeed device on a diesel engine?


A: To limit the locomotive maximum speed.


B: Prevents the diesel engine from turning the traction motors faster than their rated speed.


C: To shutdown the diesel engine when maximum safe engine RPM is exceeded.


0: To limit tractive effort under a heavy load.

Where is the crankcase overpressure device located on an EMD locomotive?


A: Left front corner of the diesel engine.


B: Right front corner of the diesel engine.


C: Left rear corner of the diesel engine.


0: On the engine control panel.

How many times can you reset the crankcase overpressure device?





A: 3


B: 2


C: 1


D: Never
the diesel engine must remain shut down

D: Never

REF: Locomotive/Diesel Engine/APU Handout ; POD

Where is the crankcase overpressure device located on older GE locomotives?


A: On the engine control panel.


B: Right front corner of the diesel engine.


C: Left rear corner of the diesel engine.


0: Right rear corner of the diesel engine.

The locomotive is equipped with either duplex air gauges or a computer display that


provides the engineer with information about air pressures. What are the names of these


gauges or displays?


A: Brake cylinder
equalizing reservoir

B: Auxiliary reservoir
brake pipe

C: Brake pipe
brake cylinder

0: Brake cylinder
brake pipe

What gauge on the engineer's control stand indicates the rate of flow of brake pipe


pressure to the train?


A: Brake Cylinder


B: Air Flow Indicator


C: Equalizing Reservoir


D: Brake Pipe Cylinder

When brake pipe pressure increases 1 % to 2 pounds more than the pressure in the


auxiliary reservoir
the freight car air brake control valve moves to the release position.

(True or False)


A: True


B: False

How much brake cylinder pressure is developed on a freight car when a fully charged 90


PSI brake pipe is reduced 10 PSI?


A: 10 PSI


B: 15 PSI


C: 20 PSI


D: 25 PSI

Brake pipe pressure acts as a signal in a freight car's control valve. Decreasing air in the


brake pipe will apply the brakes on the locomotive and the train. (True or False)


A: True


B: False

The air brake control valve on a freight car reacts to changes in the brake pipe and


thereby controls:


MULTIPLE ANSWER


A: Charging of the reservoirs.


B: Appling the air brakes.


C: Relaying Main Reservoir pressure to the brakes.


D: Releasing the air brakes.

When will the freight car air brake control valve move to the release position?


A: Whenever brake pipe pressure is increased 1% to 2 PSI above that in the auxiliary


reservoir.


B: Whenever brake pipe pressure is decreased 1% to 2 PSI below that in the auxiliary


reservoir.


C: Whenever the emergency reservoir is placed in communication with the brake cylinders.


D: Whenever brake cylinder pressure is increased 1% to 2 PSI above that in the auxiliary


reservoir.

What position on an automatic brake is used to apply the maximum service application of


the train brakes without applying an emergency application?


A: Service zone


B: Full service


C: Emergency


D: Minimum reduction

Under what situations would you cut out the automatic brake? (Multiple Answer)


MULTIPLE ANSWER


A: The locomotive is the controlling unit of the in-train or rear-of-train helper.


B: The locomotive is the trailing locomotive


C: Making a brake pipe leakage test using the brake pipe leakage method.


D: Testing brake pipe leakage using the Air Flow Method.

During initial braking
what happens in the brake cylinder when you make a MINIMUM

REDUCTION?


A: When the reduction is made brake cylinder pressure is increased to 15 PSI.


B: You get 10 to 12 PSI brake cylinder pressure on the first car in you train to gradually


adjust train slack.


C: You get 25 PSI brake cylinder pressure on each car in your train to gradually adjust


train slack.


D: You get 10 to 12 PSI brake cylinder pressure on each car in your train to gradually


adjust train slack.

How should the automatic brake handle be positioned on the trailing units in a locomotive


consist or the controlling unit of an in-train or rear-of-train helper?


A: Release


B: Full service


C: Handle off


D: Suppression

The Automatic Brake Cut-Out Valve is a device used to cut in or cut out the automatic


brake valve. Where is this device located?


A: On the automatic brake


B: On the side of the control stand


C: Accessed through on board computer screen


D: On the automatic brake or accessed through on-board computer screen.

What position on the automatic brake is used to make a reduction of 6 to 8 PSI in


equalizing reservoir pressure?


A: Full service


B: Minimum Reduction


C: Suppression


D: First Application

The purpose of the release position on an automatic brake valve is to:


A: Release the brakes on the cars only.


B: Release the brakes on the locomotive and train.


C: Charge the equipment on the locomotive and train and reset a penalty air brake


application.


D: Release the brakes on the locomotive only.

What position on the automatic brake valve is used to create or reset an emergency brake


application?


A: Suppression


B: Handle off


C: Full service


D: Emergency

What position would the automatic brake cutout valve be in on a trailing unit?


A: Cut in


8: Cut out


C: Freight position


D: Trail position

You have made an initial brake pipe reduction. What area on the automatic brake valve is


used to make reductions in equalizing reservoir pressure for additional braking up to full


service?


A: Application zone


8: Over-reduction zone


C: Service zone


D: Suppression.

The Suppression position of the automatic brake valve is used to reset emergency brake


applications. (True or False)


A: True


8: False

Correctly name
IN ORDER

Release position.


A: Release
Minimum Reduction

Over Reduction
Emergency

8: Release
Minimum Reduction

Full Service
Emergency

C: Release
Minimum Reduction

Emergency
Handle Off

D: Release
Minimum Reduction

Reduction
Handle Off

On locomotives so equipped
the power cut off (PC) switch will operate when there is a

penalty or emergency air brake application. When the switch operates
how will the power

on the locomotive react?


MULTIPLE ANSWER


A: It will be eliminated immediately on an in-train or rear of train helper after an emergency


application


B: It will be eliminated immediately after an engineer initiated emergency application


C: It will be eliminated after a 20-second delay for a train-line initiated emergency


application


0: It will be eliminated immediately after a penalty application.

Which of the following rule violations would result in your certification as a locomotive


engineer being revoked? (Multiple Answer)


MULTIPLE ANSWER


A: You enter a work authority without permission of the employee in charge.


B: You fail to stop and provide flag protection over a public road crossing that has been


required by train message or special instructions.


C: You enter a Track Warrant Control (TWC) block without obtaining proper authority.


D: You place your grip on the pneumatic foot pedal (deadman).

Each locomotive engineer who has received a certificate shall have that certificate in his


or her possession while on duty as an engineer and display that certificate upon request to


do so from the FRA or company officer. (True or False)


A: True


B: False

How should the independent brake handle be positioned on trailing units in the consist?


A: Release


B: Application zone


C: Actuating


D: Fully applied.

Each certified locomotive engineer shall report motor vehicle incidents to the employing


railroad within hours of being convicted for or completed state action to cancel


revoke
suspend or deny a motor vehicle license.

A: 24


B: 36


C: 48


D: Never
it's none of their business

With desktop control stands
how may the locomotive brakes be fully released after an

automatic brake application?


A: By placing the independent brake handle in the release position and pushing it to the


right or pressing the pushbutton located on the independent or automatic brake handle.


B: By moving the independent brake handle to the right and pressing the pushbutton


located on the independent or automatic brake handle.


C: By placing the independent brake handle in the release position and bumping the


handle downward.


D: By placing the independent brake handle in the release position and holding it


depressed.

What is the purpose of the application zone on an independent brake?


A: To increase brake cylinder pressure uniformly throughout the train.


B: To decrease brake cylinder pressure uniformly throughout the train.


C: To increase or decrease the amount of brake cylinder pressure applied on the


locomotive.


0: None of the answers are correct.

With conventional brakes and EAB upright control stands (i.e. 26 brake)
how may the

locomotive brakes be fully released after an automatic brake application?


A: By placing the independent brake handle in the release position


B: By placing the independent brake in the release position and holding the handle in the


actuating position


C: By pressing the push buttons on either the automatic brake handle or the independent


brake handle while in the release position


0: By placing the automatic brake handle in the Suppression position

How should the double-ported cutout cock or MU-2-A valve be positioned when the


locomotive is in a lead or controlling position?


A: In a lead or open position


B: Out


C: In a closed or trail position


0: Frt. or pass

What is the purpose of the Release position on an independent brake?


A: To release the brakes on the locomotive consist after an independent brake application


B: To release the brakes on the train after an automatic brake application


C: To release the brakes on the locomotive and train after an independent brake


application


0: To nullify the extended range dynamic brake feature.

Name the handle positions
feature and zone on an independent brake.

A: Full release
release and application zone

B: Release
application zone

C: Release
actuating

D: Release
actuating

How should the double-ported cutout cock or MU-2-A valve be positioned when the


locomotive is in a trailing position?


A: In a lead or open position


B: Out


C: In a closed or trail position


D: Frt. or pass.

What is required when an automatic drain valve on a locomotive main reservoir


continuously exhausts air in the 'Automatic' position?


A: Leave the automatic drain valve in the 'Automatic' position and stop air compressor


output by unloading it.


B: After moving the automatic drain valve to the 'Closed' position
open it a small amount

to allow a very slow air leak.


C: Move the automatic drain valve to the 'Cycling' position and leave in this position.


D: Place the automatic drain valve in the 'Open' position then back to the 'Automatic'


position to reset it.

What is the normal operating position of the automatic drain valve on the locomotive main


reservoir?


A: Automatic


B: Closed


C: Open


D: Cycling

When will certified locomotive engineers notify the employing railroad if the person's best


correctable vision or hearing has deteriorated to the extent that the person no longer


meets one or more of the prescribed vision or hearing standards?


A: Prior to any subsequent operation of a locomotive or train


B: As soon As Possible


C: During Recertification


D: Within 90 days of being notified by a qualified physician.

Which of the following is a Revocation Event with respect to locomotive engineer


certification? (Multiple Answer)


MULTIPLE ANSWER


A: Failure to adhere to procedures for the safe use of train or engine brakes when the


procedures are required for compliance with Class I
Class II

brake tests.


B: Failure to adhere to limitations concerning train speed when the speed at which the


train was operated exceeds the maximum authorized limit by at least 10 mph.


C: Occupying main track or a segment of main track without proper authority or permission.


D: Failure to control a locomotive or train in accordance with a signal indication
excluding

a hand or radio signal indication or a switch
that requires a complete stop before

passing it.

You are operating your train at restricted speed and you fail to stop within 1/2 the range of


vision
resulting in an FRA reportable accident or incident. Which Revocation Event did

you violate?


A: Stop Signal


B: Track Segment


C: Train or Engine Brakes


D: Overspeed

Certain rule violations require that the engineer's certification is suspended and revoked.


These violations are referred to as Revocation Events. (True or False)


A: True


8: False

What means is provided to determine how much oil is in an air compressor?


A: A sight glass


8: An indicator light


C: A dipstick


D: An overflow plug valve.

Check the air dryer's humidity indicator when performing a Calendar Day Inspection or when making a walk-around inspection. When the indicator color is other than


____
it must be recorded on the locomotive work report.




A: Red


B: White


C: Yellow/brown


D: Blue