User Manual
TRAIN CHIEF® II LRCS W/ Lightweight OCU-BT – OPERATORS MANUAL
95-00-0-062, Rev 08 1-4 Control Chief Corporation
Strict procedures must be followed to ensure that there can only be one RCT in active
control of the RCL at any one time.
Prior to performing any function (as prescribed in 49 CFR 218.22.c.5) the RCO should apply three-
point protections; (1) fully apply the locomotive and train brakes, (2) center the reverser, and (3)
place the generator field switch to the OFF position.
Passenger trains should NOT be operated by use of a remote control device.
The following security procedures are recommended:
Have instructions for the proper storage, handling and security of RCTs when not in use or in
the operator’s possession.
Operation control handles located in the RCL cab should be removed or pinned in place to
prevent accidental or intentional movement while the RCL is being operated in remote.
Have strict procedures in place to ensure that only the intended RCT is assigned to the
appropriate RCL.
All inspections and calibrations must be performed as required.
Each RCL should have a tag placed on the control stand throttle indicating the locomotive is being
used in a remote control mode. The tag should be removed when the locomotive is placed back in
manual mode.
In areas where RCL operations are being conducted, warning signs should be posted indicating
that there are remote control locomotives in use. These warning signs should be highly visible and
posted at conspicuous locations so as to maximize their exposure to those most likely to
encounter RCL operations.
Whenever worker protection is required (according to 49 CFR Part 218) the locomotive should be
placed in manual mode and be properly secured. The appropriate blue signal protection should
then be provided.
All accidents and/or incidents (described in 49 CFR Part 225) must be reported to FRA using the
appropriate “remote control” reporting codes.
CAUTION
THE RECEIVER UNIT OR RELAYS ARE NOT RATED AS EXPLOSION PROOF. THE
RECEIVER UNIT MUST NOT BE INSTALLED OR OPERATED IN EXPLOSIVE ENVIRONMENTS
UNLESS APPROPRIATE SECONDARY ENCLOSURE MEASURES ARE TAKEN.
WARNING
THE UNIT MUST BE WIRED TO THE CORRECT VOLTAGE; FAILURE TO DO SO MAY
DAMAGE THE SYSTEM.
NOTE
IN AN EMERGENCY, PUSH “E-STOP” TO STOP WIRELESS RADIO CONTROLLED
EQUIPMENT