4000 Switch Machine - Alstom

PROPERTY’S REQUIREMENTSAlthough this publication provides set-up information for a typical machine installation, themaintainer should always ensure the switch layout is installed in accordance with the property'sown requirements.INSTALLATION PROCEDURESInstallation of a new switch machine or the replacement of an existing machine consists of thefollowing elements:• Switch Machine Inspection• Switch Layout (Requirements and Inspection)• Switch Machine Mounting• Electrical Wiring• Switch Machine Connecting and Adjusting• Switch Machine OperationSpecific drawings for switch machine wiring are given in Appendix A.Switch Machine InspectionThe following steps describe visual inspection of external switch machine areas. This procedureshould be performed before proceeding with the installation.1. Check the configuration of the machine being installed. If the switch machine requireschanging from left-hand to right-hand or vice versa, perform the procedure described in"Left-Hand or Right-Hand Configuration” in this Section.2. Check external surfaces for any damage (bent, cracked, or broken housings, hinges, orbrackets).3. Insure covers are installed properly and fit tightly.4. Insure wear plates are in place (in the four positions).5. Check the switch machine control requirements (either single or dual).6. Check the switch machine for proper lock rod configuration (either narrow- or widenotch).7. Check the switch machine for proper connection configuration (either spade end orthread end).8. Check the switch machine for proper connection hardware.9. Check for the required wiring harness and hardware.P2444, Rev. Jan/07 3-2ALSTOM Signaling Inc.