Tro-3 Electric Operating Instructions Definitions

________- A luminous and potentially destructive flash or flame in or about the wires,third rail, or electric apparatus caused by the passage of electric current through the air

________- a hazardous electrical energy discharge. the resulting effects can include explosion, fire, sound and pressure waves, and super heated gasses that can cause serious harm to equipment and people

________- a mechanical connection made to establish electrical continuity and conductivity between two points using a low impedance path

________- a high voltage cable or connection used to transmit high voltage power for propulsion from one unit of electric equipment to another 

________- insulated conductor(s) , used for the transmission of electric power 

________- a system of wires suspended between poles and bridges supporting overhead contact wires and feeders. 

________- a stranded cable attached to supporting structures from which the auxiliary and contact wires are attached 

________- a wire suspended from the main messenger by hangers to which the contact wire is attached to increase ampacity. 

________- the overhead wire from which the pantograph collects current 

________- a conductor , or a system of conductors through which an electric current is intended to flow to and from its source 

________- a low voltage multi-circuit cable or jumper used between engines , cars, and multiple units (MU) to transmit control

________- the flow of electrons (electricity) through a conductor, typically measured in amperes 

________- a de-energized and grounded section of the catenary system 

________- isolated from all sources of electrical potential . it is considered energized until tested and grounded 

________- it is produced at a generating station, power plant, or alternate energy source. it is transmitted at high voltage by means of transmission lines to substations where it is distributed at lower voltages to the overhead catenary system , signal power lines, and distribution circuits/facilities 

________- used herein, refers to locomotives , dual mode , and multiple unit cars operated by power received from an overhead catenary system or third rail 

________- a train that is powered by an overhead catenary system , third rail, or dual-mode engine that doesn't have its pantograph locked down 

________- that portion of the railroad equipped for electric train operation by an overhead catenary system or third rail 

________- electrically connected to a source of potential. (LIVE and Dangerous to life)

________- a single-use overcurrent protective device designed to open and isolate a circuit when exposed to current above and beyond its normal operating condition 

________- a conductive connection, whether intentional or accidental, between an electrical circuit or equipment and the earth, or to some conducting body that serves in place of the earth 

________- a mechanical device located on top of electric train equipment that performs two functions: 1. it grounds the pantograph to the body of the equipment  2. it closes a mechanical hook over the pantograph to prevent it from rising 

________- a device which separates signal track circuits from traction return circuits by providing a path for traction return current around insulated block joints and back to the substations 

________- a joint in the rail which electrical insulation is installed between adjoining rails

________- the closest distance an employee is permitted to approach an energized circuit or equipment 

________- a device located on top of electrical equipment, which collects electric power from the overhead contact wire by means of a sliding contact shoe 

________- an insulated pole, with a metal hook at one end, designed to manually raise or lower a pantograph 

________OR________ - a location in the catenary system where overhead wires are arranged to provide an insulated section between different sources of AC power 

________-The term meaning electric energy used for traction or signals 

________-an unplanned interruption of electrical energy or short circuit 

________- the employee(s) in charge of the monitoring , controlling, and the distribution of power within an assigned territory 

________- a person who, by reason of experience or training, is familiar with the operation to be performed and the hazards involved 

________- electrical connection between 2 adjacent lengths of rail

________- the combination of rails, jumpers, impedance bonds and cables that provide an electrical return path from the train to the substation 

________- a facility at which electrical power is supplied , transformed , switched, monitored, distributed, or controlled. often fenced outdoors or housed in a building or metal enclosed gear 

________- a device that is closed to energize or connect and opened to de-energize or separate a section(s) of the catenary, signal power , or third rail 

What are the 3 types of Voltages used in NJ Transit 

• A.

  26.7 Kv

• B.

  12 kv

• C.

  14 Kv

• D.

  27.6 Kv

• E.

  24.7 Kv

• F.

  25 Kv

________- an electrified rail located alongside and above the running rail from which a sliding contact shoe attached to the truck of electric equipment collects direct current 

________- apparatus , which serves to increase or decrease AC voltage and transfer energy from one circuit to another. 

________- a system of wires, cables, or both used to transmit power at high voltage between central generating stations and substations 

A-1 ________ make safety the primary concern 

What lines are operated on 27.6 kV on hoboken division  ________ ________ ________

What lines are operated on 12kV on newark division ________ ________ ________ new jersey coast line : (east or west of aberdeen) ? (answer , WEST OF ABERDEEN OR EAST OF ABERDEEN)________

A-4 employees must know and obey these instructions. compliance with them is essential for safety. ________ must be exercised to guard against personal injury, loss of life, or damage to property. if in doubt as to their meaning , employees must obtain clarification from their ________

A-5 Employees must be familiar ,understand , and obey their ________, all nj transit ________ , and departmental safety rules and instructions

A-6 Any communication of essential information must utilize ________ communications to ensure accurate transfer of information. 

A-11 Loose or Broken impedance bond connections in the tracks must be regarded as Energized (LIVE) and reported to the ________

A-13 When a signal to drop pantograph is displayed and received it must be acknowledges at one by ________, and pantographs must be dropped immediately 

B-1 All overhead wires must be considered LIVE at all times, unless a ________ is granted and the wires are ________

B-2 Personnel are not permitted to work near overhead wires or apparatus, except when protected by a class A or B employee, who will take the necessary precautions for their safety 

• A.

  True

• B.

  False