Air Brakes and Train Handling Rules - Alaska Railroad

62 Operating Locomotive Equipment62.9.2 Securing Unattended LocomotivesWhen securing locomotives:1. Place the throttle in IDLE unless you are protecting the enginefrom freezing (see Rule 62.3.2, Protecting Engine From Freezing).2. Place the generator field switch or the circuit breaker on thecontrol stand (if equipped) in the OFF position.3. Remove the reverser handle from the reverser slot on the controlstand, and place it in the receptacle, if equipped. Do not removethe reverser handle if you need to increase the throttle position toprevent freezing.4. If the locomotive is not attached to a train, make a 20 psi automaticbrake pipe reduction after allowing the brake system tocharge for at least 5 minutes.5. Leave the automatic brake valve cut in.6. Fully apply the independent brake.7. Apply a sufficient number of hand brakes.62.10 Separating LocomotivesWhen separating locomotives:1. Disconnect electric jumper cables.2. Disconnect walkway safety chains.3. Close cutout cocks.4. After pressure is reduced to 0 psi, uncouple MU hoses.5. Attach air hoses to the dummy couplings or place them in thepockets.June 1, 1996 ARRC Air Brakes and Train Handling Manual 62-23