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ABTH 103.3A
Answer: 2-3; 30
Feedback:For planned slowdowns and stops, after the initial reduction of six to eight psi, make additional reductions in two to three psi increments. These reductions should be spaced 30 seconds apart to give the system time to stabilize, which results in better train handling. Make a final brake pipe reduction when operating conditions permit as train is nearing a stop to prevent a run-out of slack. This results in brake pipe pressure exhausting as the train comes to a stop.