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FONCTION DEPRESSION CONTROLEE [2 records]

Record 1 1993-07-02

English

Subject field(s)
  • Rolling Stock (Railroads)
  • Braking Devices (Mechanical Components)
OBS

Only in the first service position of DS-24 and DS-24M(C) automatic brake valves in 24RL equipment. A minimum reduction occurs, then a continuous controlled reduction of about 8 psi.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Matériel roulant (Chemins de fer)
  • Freins (Composants mécaniques)
OBS

Seulement en position de premier serrage des robinets de mécanicien DS-24 et DS-24M(C) dans l’équipement 24RL. Une dépression minimale se produit, suivie d’une dépression constante d’environ 8 livres/pouce2.

Spanish

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Record 2 1993-06-21

English

Subject field(s)
  • Taps and Plumbing Accessories
  • Rolling Stock (Railroads)
  • Braking Devices (Mechanical Components)
OBS

Cuts out the function of first service position. It is used only when handling a passenger train to make it easier to perform graduated release.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Robinetterie et accessoires
  • Matériel roulant (Chemins de fer)
  • Freins (Composants mécaniques)
OBS

On isole cette fonction seulement en service voyageurs pour faciliter le desserrage gradué.

Spanish

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