We worked today to make further revisions to the wiring on the yard lead. When
switches are set to bring trains out of the yard to the outer mainline, any
trains approaching on the Inner Mainline (either clockwise or counterclockwise)
will lose power before they reach the crossover on the inner mainline. There is
no guarantee that you won't still hit the train leaving the yard. It is still
possible; dependent upon train speed, and/or coasting settings for your
locomotive. YOU will still need to PAY ATTENTION when trains are leaving the
yard! We have done everything possible ELECTRICALLY to help avoid problems. IF
your trains reaches this dead track, it is technically an uncontrolled power
outage. You will need to regain control of your locomotive.
We will have blank NTSB Report Forms available for your use when a collision
occurs. Please take pictures. Forms (in triplicate) may be submitted to any
club board member.
Gilly
