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| Type | Commercial Circular |
|---|---|
| Topic | ticket-checking |
Kavach section, as and when the train enters into Kavach section, depending on
Collision scenarios and action by Loco Pilot, Kavach Incidences, Do’s and Don’ts & Limitations of Kavach CLI-10 Head on Collision Whenever two Kavach equipped Trains are in ON and working condition enter into same line in Block section and starts to move in opposite direction, Onboard Kavach detects this situation (Only when Radio communication is available between two Kavach equipped trains which are in On and working condition) and alerts the Loco pilot to apply brakes to avoid collision. If Loco Pilot really wants to move ahead, LP can select shunt mode/non-leading mode. Message as shown below is displayed on DMI/OCIP on detection of head on collision scenarios. Head on Collision with Loco 233318 in 4500m Rear end Collision Whenever two Kavach equipped trains which are in ON and working condition enter into same line in Block section and starts moving in the same direction, rear train Onboard Kavach detects this situation (Only when Radio communication is available between two Kavach equipped trains which are in On and working condition) and alerts the Loco pilot to apply brakes to avoid collision. If Loco Pilot really wants to move ahead, LP can select shunt mode. Leading loco onboard Kavach have no impact in this situation. Message as shown below is displayed on DMI/LP-OCIP on detection of rear end collision scenarios Rear End Collision with Loco 235641 in 5400m Recording of Kavach incidences noted during run in CMS and engine book Recording of Kavach incidences noted during run in CMS and engine book Loco Pilot to ensure that any trouble noted in Kavach system to be recorded in CMS during Sign-OFF and also in the Engine book. DOs by Loco Pilot Ensure to comply the following stipulated instructions: cont…. SR. DESCRIPTION 1 Check for intactness of Onboard Kavach, LP-OCIP equipment & BIU before switching ON of OnBoard Kavach. Any defect is noticed, Loco Pilot(LP) shall isolate Kavach and work further. 2 Read and understand this user manual thoroughly. 3 Acknowledge the alerts on LP-OCIP, immediately within the specified time. DOs by Loco Pilot cont…. 4 Properly select the train configuration (Goods/ Formation/ Light Engine) and operating modes. 5 When switching ON Onboard Kavach, a. Switch ON required MCBs when activating Onboard Kavach b. Put Isolation switch in Service/Normal mode c. Open EM and MR cocks(wherever applicable) 6 When switching OFF Onboard Kavach, a. Place Isolation switch in isolation mode b. Close EM and MR cocks(wherever applicable) c. Switch off all MCBs when switching off Onboard Kavach. DOs by Loco Pilot 7 Handle LP-OCIP with care 8 Loco Pilot has to inform the Traction Loco Controller (TLC) / Power Controller (PRC) whenever Onboard Kavach is defective, so as to attend the failure by concerned Railway/OEM staff at the earliest. 9 LP shall follow the G & SR provisions and operational requirements issued by Railways. 10 LP to ensure intactness of mounting/fixing of both RFID readers in the event of CRO and abnormal sound from undergear. DON’Ts by Loco Pilot cont…. Ensure to comply the following stipulated instructions: SR. DESCRIPTION 1 Don’t attempt any repair work. 2 Don’t switch OFF power to the Onboard Kavach system, when it is functioning 3 Don’t remove system modules or connectors, Radio Modems and Antennae connections when Kavach is functioning. DON’Ts by Loco Pilot Ensure to comply the following stipulated instructions: SR. DESCRIPTION 4 Don’t isolate the Onboard Kavach when the Train is in movement. 5 Don’t consider the train direction display on the LP-OCIP (LP-OCIP) as Nominal and Reverse. Follow UP/DN direction as per train working procedure of the division. Limitations of Kavach The limitations of Kavach are: ● Kavach is only an additional safety aid to Loco Pilot. The primary responsibility for regulating the speed of the train and stopping it at the correct location solely rests with the loco pilot. This does not absolve the loco pilot of their responsibilities in any w
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