User's Manual

TRAIN CHIEF® II LRCS w/Lightweight OCU OWNER’S MANUAL
95-00-0-xxx Rev 000 1-4 Control Chief Corporation
Strict procedures must be followed to ensure that there can only be one RCT in active
control of the RCL at any one time.
Prior to performing any function (as prescribed in 49 CFR 218.22.c.5) the RCO should apply
three-point protections; (1) fully apply the locomotive and train brakes, (2) center the reverser,
and (3) place the generator field switch to the OFF position.
Passenger trains should NOT be operated by use of a remote control device.
The following security procedures are recommended:
 Have instructions for the proper storage, handling and security of RCTs when not in use or
in the operator’s possession.
 Operation control handles located in the RCL cab should be removed or pinned in place to
prevent accidental or intentional movement while the RCL is being operated in remote.
 Have strict procedures in place to ensure that only the intended RCT is assigned to the
appropriate RCL.
All inspections and calibrations must be performed as required.
Each RCL should have a tag placed on the control stand throttle indicating the locomotive is
being used in a remote control mode. The tag should be removed when the locomotive is
placed back in manual mode.
In areas where RCL operations are being conducted, warning signs should be posted indicating
that there are remote control locomotives in use. These warning signs should be highly visible
and posted at conspicuous locations so as to maximize their exposure to those most likely to
encounter RCL operations.
Whenever worker protection is required (according to 49 CFR Part 218) the locomotive should
be placed in manual mode and be properly secured. The appropriate blue signal protection
should then be provided.
All accidents and/or incidents (described in 49 CFR Part 225) must be reported to FRA using
the appropriate “remote control” reporting codes.
CAUTION
THE RECEIVER UNIT OR RELAYS ARE NOT RATED AS EXPLOSION PROOF. THE
RECEIVER UNIT MUST NOT BE INSTALLED OR OPERATED IN EXPLOSIVE
ENVIRONMENTS UNLESS APPROPRIATE SECONDARY ENCLOSURE MEASURES ARE
TAKEN.
WARNING
THE UNIT MUST BE WIRED TO THE CORRECT VOLTAGE; FAILURE TO DO SO MAY
DAMAGE THE SYSTEM.
NOTE
IN AN EMERGENCY, PUSH “E-STOP” TO STOP WIRELESS RADIO CONTROLLED
EQUIPMENT
The antenna(s) to be used with this module must be installed with consideration to the
guidelines for RF exposure risk to all nearby personnel, and must not be co-located or operating
in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.