Modes of Operation & Panels

Question 1

Modes of Operation

Answer 1

UTO - Unattended Train Operation
PM - Protected Manual
RMR & RMF - Restricted Manual
RRM - Remote Restricted Manual

Question 2

UTO

Answer 2

Normal mode of operation on the Network & SMTF. Trains are controlled by ATC with full ATP. Trains operating in CBTC are capable of UTO except in degraded scenarios and emergency incidents

Question 3

UTO Train Prep

Answer 3

TC/DTC has authorised
Master Controller in full service brake
Mode is in Shutdown
Train key in locked
Remove train key
Push/hold UTO button for 2-3 seconds. TCMS goes black then tap screen to check in UTO.
Confirm train is in UTO with TC/DTC

Question 4

PM Mode

Answer 4

Used when train is not operational or for Training purposes
Operator follows target speed on the DDU with full ATP
Operator controls acceleration, coasting, braking and train doors
PIDS and DRM update automatically

Question 5

RM Mode

Answer 5

Operator controls the train movement with speed limit of 25km controlled by ATP. Operator controls the doors.

Question 6

RM Mode with ATC Bypass

Answer 6

Train is not supervised or protected by the signalling system. Speed limit is 25km which is enforced by the TMS. Primarily used in train rescue situations. No comms with CBTC. Operator can enter protected zones and pass a signal at stop.

Question 7

In RM Mode you can

Answer 7

Operate past a Signal at Danger,
Enter a ZIKS (Zone) protected area
Enter a SPKS (Staff) protected area
Enter a CSKS (Corporate Siding - EPP only)

Question 8

Indicator Lights in PM

Answer 8

No light

Question 9

Removing DDU

Answer 9

Obtain responsible TC permission
Unlock using crew key
Lift Cover
Place in safe place

Question 10

Mode Selector

Answer 10

Shutdown/UTO - Locked - Press UTO on the Digital Display
RM Reverse - Unlocked - RMR
RM Forward - Unlocked - RMF
Standby - Unlocked - No mode
Protected Manual - Unlocked - PM

Question 11

Pressure Gauge Panel Components

Answer 11

Wiper Control Switch
Demister Switch
PEA Indicator
Smoke Alarm Indicator
Brakes Loop Bypass Switch
TMS Back Up Switch or Bypass
Pressure Gauge
Analog Speedometer

Question 12

Analog Speedometer

Answer 12

Displays Speed
Green = Target speed
Yellow = Actual Speed

Question 13

Pressure Gauge

Answer 13

Displays Air Pressure in the main circuit and brake circuit.
Red = Brake Pressure
White = Main Air Pressure

Question 14

DSD

Answer 14

Driver Safety Device or Deadman

Question 15

Master Controller

Answer 15

Allows operator to perform acceleration, coasting, braking & an emergency brake.
It includes the operator handle and the DSD or Deadman