Siemens Running Brake Test

Question 1

When and how is the low speed brake test performed?

Answer 1

In the siding
To test the brake the driver must:
• At the speed of 5 km/h, place the Master Controller handle to the “B6” position.
• Bring the train to a stand
• Assess the trains braking performance
• Observe Full Brake Cylinder pressure

Question 2

How is a Running Brake test-service brake test performed?

Answer 2

• Place the Master Controller handle to “B1” position
• Observe the braking effort using the Ammeter and Brake Cylinder gauges
• Move the Master Controller handle further into the braking zone
• Assess again for the equivalent braking effort
• Return the Master Controller handle to the Coast position