Class 158 Diesel Multiple Unit DRIVING MANUAL

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RailWorks Driving a Class 158 Diesel Multiple Unit

1 Class 158 Cab Diagram

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Directional Lever Throttle Lever AWS Acknowledge Button Horn Lever Windscreen Wiper Control Train Brake Handle

7 : Headlight Switch 8a: Main Reservoir Pressure Gauge 8b: Brake Pipe Pressure Gauge 9: Speedometer 10: Engine Start/Stop Button 11: Sander Control

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2 Class 158 Diesel Multiple Unit Cab

There are several important controls: 2.1 Reverser Turn anti-clockwise to set it in the Forward position ( W on the keyboard) Turn clockwise to set it in the reverse Position ( S on the keyboard) Set it in the middle position for Neutral 2.2 Throttle Pull the lever towards you to increase power ( A on the keyboard) Push the lever away from you to decrease power ( D on the keyboard) 2.3 Train Brakes Push the lever forwards to apply the Train brakes ( on the keyboard) Pull the lever backwards to release the Train brakes ( ; on the keyboard) 2.4 Additional Controls Engine Start This is used to Start up or Shut Down the engine. AWS Button Press this to acknowledge the AWS alarm when it activates Sande r This is to add additional grip to the wheels in slippery conditions. Horn This is used for alerting the signalman or line side workers of your presence Windscreen Wipers This is for ensuring a clear view outside in poor weather Headlights Switch Use this to set the head/tail lights on or off

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3 Driving a Class 66 Diesel Multiple Unit

Expert Mode instructions

3.1 Starting the Locomotive 1. Ensure the Engine Start is depressed 2. Move the Reverser to Forward 3. Release the train brakes and locomotive brakes if applied 4. Move the throttle to notch 1 or 2. Do not apply full throttle from a standing start as this can cause wheel slip or overload the engine or traction motors. 5. Once moving, you can apply more/less throttle as required.

3.2 Stopping the Locomotive Depending on the load being hauled or if the locomotive is running as a Light Engine always begin braking with plenty of distance to spare. Train brakes should be used when hauling stock as this applies brakes along all vehicles in the train. The locomotive brake should only be used when running as a Light Engine. Avoid applying full emergency brakes unless required. Be aware of coupling slack between vehicles when accelerating or braking. Sudden jolts can break couplings or cause your train to overshoot after coming to a halt.

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