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GP35 Operating Manual 1965 January 3rd edition
GP35 Operating Manual 1965 January 3rd edition
General Motors
General Motors Locomotives
DIESEL LOCOMOTIVE OPERATING MANUAL For MODEL GP35
3rd Edition January, 1965
SERVICE DEPARTMENT
ELECTRO-MOTIVE DIVISION
GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION LA GRANGE, ILLINOIS, U.S.A.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
SECTION 1 - GENERAL DESCRIPTION101
Introduction101
How The Locomotive Operates103
SECTION 2 - CAB CONTROLS201
Introduction201
Switch And Fuse Panel201
Engine Control Panel208
Locomotive Controller217
Mechanical Interlocks On The Controller223
Air Brake Equipment225
Brake Equipment Positions229
SECTION 3 - OPERATION301
Introduction301
Preparation For Service301
Starting Diesel Engine306
Precautions Before Moving Locomotive308
Handling Light Locomotive309
Coupling Locomotive Units Together310
Coupling Locomotive Units Together For
Dynamic Braking In Mixed Consists311
Coupling Locomotive To Train313
Pumping Up Air313
Brake Pipe Leakage Test314
Starting A Train315
Accelerating A Train317
Drag Duty Performance Control318
Slowing Down Because Of A Grade319
Air Braking With Power319
Operating Over Rail Crossing320
Running Through Water320
Wheel Slip Light Indications320
Locomotive Speed Limit321
Mixed Gear Ratio Operation322
Dynamic Braking323
Dynamic Brake Wheel Slide Control326
Double Heading326
Operation In Helper Service327
Isolating A Unit327
Changing Operating Ends328
Stopping Engine330
Securing Locomotive For Layover331
Towing Locomotive In Train332
Freezing Weather Precautions333
Remote Traction Motor Cutout Switch334
SECTION 4 - MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT
AND SYSTEMS401
Diesel Engine401
Cooling System405
Lubricating Oil System413
Fuel Oil System419
Compressed Air System423
Carbody Air Systems425
SECTION 5 - ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT501
Introduction501
Main Generator501
Traction Motors503
Alternator504
Auxiliary Generator504
Load Regulator
Electrical Cabinet
Basic Components
Optional Devices
Dynamic Brake Switchgear
Extended Range Dynamic Brake Switchgear
AC And Compressor Control Cabinets
SECTION 6 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
Introduction
Tracing Schematic Wiring Diagrams
Legend Of Electrical Equipment
Fuel Pump And Starting Circuits
Generator Field Control Circuit
Directional Control Circuits
Motor Connect Control
Engine Relay Circuit
Engine Speed Circuits
Transition Control System
Dynamic Brake Operation
Dynamic Brake Circuit
Extended Range Dynamic Brake Circuit
SECTION 7 - TROUBLE SHOOTING
Introduction
General Procedure
Alarm Signal Lights
Correction Of Operating Difficulties
Unusual Operating Problems
INTRODUCTION
1 This manual has been prepared to serve as a guide to railroad personnel engaged in the operation of the 2,500 horsepower General Motors Model GP35 turbocharged diesel-electric locomotive.
The contents are divided into seven sections as follows:
1. General Description - Provides general description of principal equipment components.
2. Cab Controls - Explains functions of cab control equipment used in operating the locomotive.
3. Operation - Outlines procedures for operation of the locomotive.
4. Mechanical Equipment And Systems - Describes the diesel engine, the fuel, cooling, lubricating oil and air system functions during locomotive operation.
5. Electrical Equipment - Explains functions of principal electrical equipment components.
6. Electrical Systems - Explains electrical systems and circuit functions.
7. Trouble Shooting - Describes cause, location and correction of possible troubles occurring during operation.
A block of page numbers is allocated to each section, Section 1 starting with page 101, Section 2 with 201 and the others following in this manner. Figures are identified by section and sequence. For example: Fig. 2-3 is the third figure used in Section 2.
To obtain the most benefit from this manual, it is 0 recommended that the sections be read in the sequence in which they appear.
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