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What is the timing cycle for the vigilance system on a Vlocity and how is it varied? |
Up to 110k/h - after 50 secs Visual alarm - 5 secs Audible alarm - 5 secs Emergency brake application Light flashes for 30 secs- I can’t do anything Light steady for 2 mins-time to reset VC Emergency call initiated if VC not reset 110k/h - 160k/h - 27 - 50 secs Visual alarm - 4 secs Audible alarm - 3 secs Emergency brake application Light flashes for 30 secs- I can’t do anything Light steady for 2 mins-time to reset VC Emergency call initiated if VC not reset
The vigilance system is suppressed when brake cylinder pressure is above 200 KPA, during an emergency brake application, or when the cab is not active. |
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What can reset the timing cycle for the vigilance control? |
The system is task linked so that movement of the power/brake controller and operation of the whistle during driving will reset the vigilant system. |
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What items are recorded by the velocity event recorder? |
Different parameters from the vehicle subsystems and equipment. For example lights, speed, braking, etc |
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What are the drivers duties if the fire protection system is activated? |
An interlock is provided in the fire protection control system so that the system cannot be discharged if the speed is above 5 km/h. Operate the push button for three seconds to activate the fire protection system. Contact train controller and maintenance staff if the fire protection system is activated. |
