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systems are different, the basic features <strong>of</strong> the systems are similar. For details <strong>of</strong> operating<br />

instruction and maintenance the operating technical manuals <strong>of</strong> the makers should be referred to.<br />

7.4 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF RC EQUIPMENT<br />

7.4.1 Duties <strong>of</strong> CTFO (RC)<br />

He is the senior supervisor working under the <strong>control</strong> <strong>of</strong> DEE/AEE (TrD) and directly reponsible for<br />

the proper operation and unkeep <strong>of</strong> the RC <strong>equipment</strong>. which are vital for the operation <strong>of</strong> the<br />

electric traction system. He shall be thoroughly conversant with all the technical details <strong>of</strong> the<br />

<strong>equipment</strong> under his <strong>control</strong>. In particular, he shall perform the following duties.<br />

1. Maintain the RC <strong>equipment</strong> at the RCC and the <strong>control</strong>led stations in accordance with the<br />

prescribed schedules.<br />

2. Keep close liasion with the S&T department as to the sound condition <strong>of</strong> the cable pairs<br />

allotted for RC operation.<br />

3. Measures periodically the levels <strong>of</strong> voice frequency signals at <strong>control</strong>led stations and arrange<br />

with the S&T deparment for correction. when requried at their repeater stations<br />

4. Keep in constant touch with the TPC on shift duty and ensure prompt rectification <strong>of</strong> defects<br />

reported in the RC system<br />

5. Ensure proper maintenance <strong>of</strong> UPS/battery sets for uninterrupted operation <strong>of</strong> the RC<br />

<strong>equipment</strong> and the stand by generating set in the RCC.<br />

6. Inspect the RC <strong>equipment</strong> at every <strong>control</strong>led post once in two months<br />

7. Import neccessory training to the staff under him in the special techniques <strong>of</strong> maintenance<br />

<strong>of</strong> R. C. Equipments as well as trouble shooting.<br />

8. Ensure that the special instruments and tools provided for maintenance <strong>of</strong> the R. C.<br />

<strong>equipment</strong>s are properly cared for.<br />

9. Keep a watch on stocking <strong>of</strong> spare parts and other stores required for RC <strong>equipment</strong>s and<br />

initiate timely action to recoup stocks.<br />

10. Co-ordinate with SSE (PSI) amd SSE (OHE) or territorial SSE for manning the <strong>control</strong>led,<br />

posts in the events <strong>of</strong> persisting faults in the R. C. <strong>equipment</strong>s.<br />

11. Submit prescribed periodical returns on RC <strong>equipment</strong> to AEE (TrD) and Sr. DEE (TrD).<br />

12. Keep his superior <strong>of</strong>ficers fully informed <strong>of</strong> all important developments and seek their<br />

guidence when required.<br />

13. Carry out such other duties as may be alloted by his superior <strong>of</strong>ficers.<br />

14. Carry out minimum monthly inspection as per manufacturers recommendations.<br />

7.4.2 Operation <strong>of</strong> RC Equipment<br />

The RCC is the nerve centre <strong>of</strong> the traction system from which full <strong>control</strong> over every switching<br />

opeation on the entitle electrified route is exercised. It should, therefore be kept in perfect<br />

operationg condition at all times. No one other than an authorized <strong>of</strong>ficial shall at any time operate<br />

the <strong>equipment</strong>. The TPC shall at every change <strong>of</strong> shift carry out a lamp test and once a day give<br />

a general check for all stations and thereby ensure that the indications on the mimic panel are in order.<br />

Any defects observed in operation shall be brought to the notice <strong>of</strong> AEE(TRD) Depending upon upon<br />

the nature <strong>of</strong> the defect TPC shall take adequate precaustions against mal-operation until the defect<br />

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