Airbrake8 Flashcards
1
Q
- What brake test does not require checking brake pipe leakage?
A
Class II
2
Q
- How long do you need to wait after cutting out pressure maintaining feature?
A
30 seconds
3
Q
- Brake pipe leakage on a train must not exceed:
A
3 psi/minute
4
Q
- When leaving initial terminal, what percentage of operative brakes do you need?
A
100%
5
Q
- What brake test needs to be performed after switching control stands?
A
Class II
6
Q
- When taking over a train without a face to face job briefing, what brake test needs to be performed?
A
Class II
7
Q
- If you need to look up passenger train weight and length, where would you find it?
A
AMT-3 non-passenger section
8
Q
- What needs to be filled out on MAP 1173 (en route conditions)?
A
nitial of QMP/QP, date, type of test, location, time
9
Q
- What psi must non-passenger trains be charged to?
A
90 psi
10
Q
- What is the definition of “previously tested equipment”?
A
Equipment that had a Class I brake test and has not been off air for more than 4 hours
11
Q
- What test is required if picking up cars that have been off air for more than 4 hours?
A
Class 1A
12
Q
- How long is a Class I test good for?
A
Calender Day
13
Q
- How much of a brake reduction is needed for a running test?
A
Sufficient amount
14
Q
- What is the purpose of a Class II brake test?
A
Show continuity and integrity of brake pipe
15
Q
- On non-passenger Class I brake test, what needs to be recorded on MAP 1173?
A
Total train weight and length and any special weight distribution requiring special train handling
16
Q
- On a long distance intercity train that is delayed en route, how long is Class I brake test good for?
A
1500 miles/calendar day inspection – whatever comes first
17
Q
- When is a running brake test required?
A
After any standing brake test
18
Q
- What brake test allows a 10 MPH roll by for checking release of brakes?
A
Non-passenger Class II
19
Q
- How long must brakes stay applied when re-test is performed on non-passenger equipment?
A
3 minutes
20
Q
- What must be used to determine application and release of brakes on rear of passenger equipment?
A
Accurate gauge or EOT
21
Q
- How is a train to be operated with 3 or more direct release cars?
A
Direct release
22
Q
- What is the minimum pressure required to operate non-passenger trains?
A
90 psi
23
Q
- What type of test is required after switching control stands in a locomotive?
A
Class 2
24
Q
- What is form used to determine that a Class I test has been performed
A
MAP 1173
25
Q
- What type of train if delayed, can continue operating after a Class I test expires?
A
Long distance innercity
