Brake is an essential feature in order to retard and stop the railway vehicle within minimum possible time. Authorized air brake organizations must deliver all components of the revised air brake program in accordance with the procedure manuals as of may 15, 2012. It must be completed and the air brake q endorsement added to an alberta operators licence before operating vehicles equipped with air brakes. The air brake handbook, onepage introduction, air supply, normal braking, vehicle parking, antilock braking systems, antilock traction control, electronic stability program, roll stability program, emergency braking, vision systems, the charging system, air compressor, governor, air dryer, reservoirs, safety valves, single check valves, low pressure indicators, low pressure indicator, drain. Air brake endorsement permits the holder to drive vehicles equipped with air brakes in class of vehicle for which the driver is licenced. The equipment is composed of mcu, rf detection, rf generators, and the circuit board contains the linear detection, log detection, completely analyzing systems for amplitude versus frequency characteristics. Spoilers are generally employed for rolling purposes. Northwest territories commercial airbrake guide online. For official purposes, please refer to the drivers and vehicles act and the highway traffic act and regulations. Park the vehicle on a level surface, apply the parking brakes, and always block the wheels. Nwt series digital virtual frequency sweeper is a high intelligent rf frequency analyzer. Permafrost and buried wastewater infrastructure in dawson city, presented on day 2 of. Higher duty cycles cause conditions that affect air brake charging system performance which may require additional maintenance.
In a hydraulic system, fluid is stored in a reservoir commonly referred to as a master cylinder. As part of communicating and demonstrating, you should point to the things you are inspecting and tell the examiner what you are looking at. British columbia air brake manual isbn 0771883870 1. From original operating department training manual 1974. Components are introduced and shown with typical system diagrams to show where they are used. To adjust manual slack adjusters, the operator must hold an e brake endorsement. Installation and storage fg 200v series motor rating kw 3. Sheet metal and air conditioning contractors national. Optional frontmounted third hoist drum mounts in the boom base. Staff from the department of infrastructure visited the dehcho community of wrigley on january 27, 2020 to conduct engagement sessions. The automatic brake mode meets all osha requirements for personnel handling.
Braking distance the actual distance a vehicle travels after the brake is applied until the vehicle stops. Daily manual draining of the reservoirs is eliminated. The process for individuals participating in the alberta air brake program for the first time is almost identical. If you want to drive a truck or bus with air brakes, or pull a trailer with air brakes, you need to read this section. Saapcabcp03a2tlet 3 ofaas 15 sap4170p four circuit protection valve supply port. For example, you could say, i am checking the left signal light to see that it is. Faq air brake inspection for revised commercial inspection report.
The air brake manual has been prepared by the department of public safety licensing and records to assist drivers in understanding the basic operation and function of an air brake system. Level ground, chock the wheels, and turn off the parking brake. This paper presents a discussion about the different braking systems used in railway. Advanced troubleshooting guide for air brake compressors. Air brakes this section tells you about air brakes. The air brake manual has been prepared by manitoba public insurance, to assist drivers in understanding the basic operation and function of an air brake system. The ministry of transportation strives to be a world leader in moving people and goods safely, efficiently and sustainably to support a globally competitive economy and a high quality of life. When youre ready to book your written air brake knowledge test or practical air brake demonstration you can call 1844tlk2sgi 18448552744, press two at the prompt or request the exam office, have them book it and pay for it then by credit card. Only notice of air brake program completion forms may be issued for the program as of may 15, 2012. Download the air brake manual in pdf format download download the air brake manual guide for instructors in pdf format download to open the air brake manuals you need to install adobe reader online tests all canada b. It contains the information you need to prepare for the air brake endorsement examination.
The air compressor is connected to the engine through gears or a vbelt. Cstt practice test air brake test class 1 practice test. These brake pistons either push against two brake shoes, which expand and cause friction inside a brake drum, or against a brake pad, which clamps down on a brake rotor. March 2003march 2003 fire apparatus driveroperator 1afire apparatus driveroperator 1a slide 21119. The air brake manual has been prepared by nova scotia department of service nova scotia and municipal relations to assist drivers in understanding the basic operation and function of an air brake system.
The purpose of this handbook is to introduce you to the knowledge and skills you need to drive a vehicle with air brakes in a safe and lawful manner. Of the choices below, the first thing to do when a low air pressure warning come on is. The dawson city ice bridge is now open to heavy traffic up to 40,000 kilograms. Air compressors are designed to build air run loaded up to 25% of the time. You may want to consider keeping a copy of a handbook in your vehicle as a reference. The compressor may be air cooled or may be cooled by the engine cooling system. It provides clean, dry air to the components of the brake system which increases the life of the system and reduces maintenance costs. The criteria in the inspection manual have not changed. A p r i l 2 0 1 6 1001 air brake avenue, wilmerding, pa 15148 phone. Accessory non air brake function air for air suspension, air horns, and customer access air station quick connect exits the secondary reservoir through a.
The owners advisor contract for yukons newest elementary school has been awarded to colliers project leaders. Air brake test to operate vehicles equipped with air brakes on a highway you must have a b. The ad9 air dryer consists of a desiccant cartridge and a. When you push the brake pedal, fluid is pumped through brake hoses or lines into pistons mounted on each wheel. The air brake manual has been prepared by manitoba public insurance to assist drivers in understanding the basic operation and function of an air brake system. Air brake examinations are conducted at drivetest centres. The department of highways and public works is responsible for ensuring safe and efficient public highways, airstrips, buildings and information systems. Nunavut air brake manual canadian cataloguing in publication data main entry under title. This force is transmitted rotationally through the camshaft. If technical assistance or replacement parts are needed, call or fax the. This cdl air brakes exam contains 25 questions that are very similar to the official dmv cdl test. Requirements for air brake endorsement must complete an air brake written test.
The study of this manual, together with practical instruction, is recommended for a. As new components are introduced and their function explained, they gradually build up to a complete functioning air brake system. Drum clutches hydraulic two shoe clutch design that uses a 30 in 762mm diameter x 6. This distance depends on the ability of the lining to produce friction, the. Rising from the ashes, kugaaruk news k12 school, presented on day 2 of the project management conference on nov. We recommend that you consider professional driver training to supplement your knowledge and skill. It is the operators responsibility to operate the manual valves to drain moisture. The parts of an air brake system alaska commercial. Partial systemdrawings, throughout the manual, assist in explaining of the use of the. Department of highways and public works government of yukon. The study of this manual, together with practical instruction, is recommended for a driver who is preparing for the air brake examination. Students who have air brake notice of driver education course. Nwt commercial airbrakes guide may be changed at any time by the government of northwestern territories, so make sure you also check their website for the updated version of the official.
Welcome to the northwestern territories commercial airbrake guide online. Your written air brake knowledge test can also be scheduled. Reprinted for use by western pacific railroad museum operating dept. Table of contents chapter 1 licence classifications. Use this official guide to study nwt commercial airbrake rules used in this province. The inspection information required on the inspection report has been modified. Brake lag the time air takes to travel through a properly maintained air brake system, about 410 of a second. Wiring of main and control circuit wire according to the standard connection diagram. The alberta air brake program provides drivers with information on how to operate vehicles equipped with air brakes. The study of this manual, together with practical instruction, is recommended for a driver who is preparing for. If you want to pull a trailer with air brakes, you also need to read section 6. Reproduction of part or parts of this publication may only be made with the written.
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