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OPERATING PROCEDURES
Release the brakes.
Advance the throttle.
PASSING THROUGH WATER
Do not exceed two or three mph if there is water over the rails. Do not pass through water that is over 2.5 inches above the top of the rail.
PASSING OVER RAILROAD CROSSINGS
Do not pass over railroad crossings at full power or traction motor flashover may result. Reduce power by moving the throttle handle to 5th notch, or below, while all units are passing over the crossing.
SHUTTING DOWN AUXILIARY POWER SUPPLY
To shut down the Auxiliary Power Supply, proceed as follows :
Push the Power Breaker Open button until the red light goes off.
Push the Generator Excitation Stop button.
Reset the Engine Control Switch (EC) to the desired operating condition.
NOTE : Always open the power circuit breaker before changing mode of operation to prevent tripping.
RESETTING AUXILIARY POWER SUPPLY BREAKER
The Power Circuit Breaker has three positions : OPEN, CLOSED, and TRIPPED. The trainline alarm bell rings in the tripped position. The breaker positions can be changed at the locomotive only.
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