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GP30 Operating Manual 1962 July 2nd edition
GP30 Operating Manual 1962 July 2nd edition
DIESEL LOCOMOTIVE OPERATING MANUAL
For MODEL GP30
2nd edition July 1962
Some hand written notes on blank pages in back
Each section has the pages numbered.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1 - GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Introduction
How The Locomotive Operates
SECTION 2 - CAB CONTROLS
Introduction
Switch And Fuse Panel
Engine Control Panel
Locomotive Controller
Mechanical Interlocks On The Controller
Air Brake Equipment
Dead Engine Feature
Brake Equipment Features
SECTION 3 - OPERATION
Introduction
Preparation For Service
Starting Diesel Engine
Precautions Before Moving Locomotive
Handling Light Locomotive
Coupling Locomotive Units Together
Coupling Locomotive To Train
Pumping Up Air
Brake Pipe Leakage Test
Starting A Train
Accelerating A Train
Slowing Down Because Of A Grade
Air Braking With Power
Operation Over Railroad Crossing
Running Through Water
Wheel Slip Light Indications
Locomotive Speed Limit
Mixed Gear Ratio Operation
Dynamic Braking
Dynamic Brake Wheel Slide Control
Double Heading
Operation In Helper Service
Isolating A Unit
Changing Operating Ends
Stopping Engine
Securing Locomotive For Layover
Towing Locomotive In Train
Freezing Weather Precautions
Adhesion Control System
SECTION 4 - MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS
Diesel Engine
Cooling System
Lubricating Oil System
Fuel Oil System
Air System
SECTION 5 - ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
Introduction
Main Generator
Traction Motors
Alternator
Auxiliary Generator
Load Regulator
Electrical Cabinet
Equipment Rack
SECTION 6 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
Introduction
Tracing Schematic Wiring Diagrams
Turbocharger Auxiliary Lube Pump Circuit
Fuel pump circuit
Engine Starting Circuit
Local Control Circuits
Reversing Circuit.
Control Circuit
Excitation Circuit
Engine Speed Control Circuit
Transition Control System
Dynamic Brake Operation
Wheel Slip Control
Legend Of Electrical Equipment
SECTION 7 - TROUBLE SHOOTING
Introduction
General Procedure
Alarm Signal Lights
Correction Of Operating Difficulties
Unusual Operating Problems
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