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पिरिश ट - I
(अनरु क्षण अनस
ु च
ु ी) 

जल
ु ाई  - 2021

GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS
(RAILWAY BOARD)

INDIAN RAILWAYS
SIGNAL ENGINEERING MANUAL

APPENDIX - I
(MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES)

JULY 2021
APPENDIX-I

(MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES)

OF
INDIAN RAILWAYS
SIGNAL ENGINEERING MANUAL
(IRSEM)

July 2021

Published by:
Indian Railways Institute of Signal Engineering and Telecommunications, Secunderabad

For Government of India, Ministry of Railways (Railway Board), New Delhi

PREFACE TO APPENDIX - I OF IRSEM

1. This Book Contains of Maintenance schedules. They are given numbering such as
Annexure: 14-MS2, where 14 stands for Chapter number, MS stands for Maintenance
schedule and 2 indicates that it is second schedule for that Chapter.

2. These schedules shall be followed along with the Railway Board/RDSO/OEM`s latest
guidelines duly Keeping in Mind spirit of Reliability, Availability, Maintainability & Safety
and Industry`s Best Practices.

3. These maintenance schedules shall be read in conjunction with relevant provisions in

concerned Chapter of SEM.

4. Telecommunication & Information Technology related equipments shall be maintained by

associated Telecommunication staff (Technician/Junior Engineer/Senior Section Engineer)
in coordination with Signalling staff.

5. Values measured for any equipmentduring maintenance, shall be compared with

concernedequipment`s parameters as furnished by concerned OEM/RDSO and if such
values are outside permissible Limits, then corrective action shall be taken to bring them
within permissible limits.

Disclaimer:- Any example given in Appendix I, inadvertently showing any equipment or

usage of any acronym is only for Technical information/Guidance of signal Engineers &
Technicians and does not endorse any particular make/Brand.
Appendix I: Maintenance Schedules of
Indian Railways Signal Engineering Manual (IRSEM- July 2021)
Page
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No
1. Index i-ii

Ready Reckoner of Maintenance Schedules - Technician, Sectional iii-v

2.
JE/SSE, SSE (signal)/Incharge
3. Chapter 11: Dataloggers & Predictive Maintenance Systems
4. Annexure 11-MS1: Datalogger 1

Chapter 12: Installation, Testing & Maintenance of Mechanical

5.
Signalling Equipment
6. Annexure 12-MS1: Mechanical Signalling 3

7. Chapter 14: Level Crossing Gates

8. Annexure 14-MS1: Mechanical Lifting Barrier 12

9. Annexure 14-MS2: Power Operated Lifting Barrier 13

10. Annexure 14-MS3: Sliding Boom 16

11. Chapter 15: Cables

Annexure 15-MS1: Cable, Cable Insulation Resistance Test Sheet, 17
12. Instructions For Insulation Resistance Testing of
Signalling Cable
13. Annexure 15-MS2: Earth Leakage Detector (ELD) 21

14. Chapter 16: Power Supply Systems for Signalling Installations

15. Annexure 16-MS1: Integrated Power Supply System 24

16. Annexure 16-MS2: IPS with Battery Bank Readings 26

17. Annexure 16-MS3: Discrete Power Supply 28

Annexure 16-MS4: Conventional Power Equipment (Stabilizer, Charger 31

18.
Inverter) with Battery Bank Readings

19. Chapter 17: Train Detection - Track Circuits & Axle Counters

20. Annexure 17- MS1: Track Circuit Test Record Card 33

21. Annexure 17- MS2: DC track Circuit 34

22. Annexure 17- MS3: Track Circuit – AFTC 36

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Page
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23. Annexure 17- MS4: Analog (Universal Axle Counter (UAC)) 38

24. Annexure 17- MS5: Digital Axle Counters (DAC) 40

25. Annexure 17- MS6: Multi Section Digital Axle Counter (MSDAC) 43

26. Chapter 18: Block Instruments, BPAC & IBS Working

Annexure 18-MS1: Block Instruments (Single Line, Double Line, Push 45
27.
Button)
28. Annexure 18-MS2: Block Instrument – Double Line (Lock & Block) 47

Annexure 18-MS3: Tokenless Block Instrument - Single Line (Push Button 49

29.
type)
30. Annexure 18-MS4: Analog Block Axle Counter Systems (BPAC) 50

31. Annexure 18-MS5: Tokenless Block Instrument-Single Line (Handle Type) 51

32. Annexure 18-MS6: Universal Fail-Safe Block Interface (UFSBI) 53

Chapter 19: Outdoor Signalling-Installation, Testing and

33.
Maintenance of Equipment
34. Annexure 19-MS1: Color Light Signal 55

Annexure 19-MS2: Electrically Operated Points (Inclusive of Clamp Type 57

35.
Point)
36. Annexure 19- MS3: Electrical Point Detector (EPD) 60

Annexure 19- MS4: Key Locked Checking Relay/Electric Key Transmitter 61

37.
(KLCR/EKT)
38. Annexure 19- MS5: Fuses and Fuse Alarm System 62

Annexure 19- MS6: Earthing (Conventional & Maintenance Free) and 63

39.
Lightning Protection
40. Chapter 21: Relay & Electronic Interlocking

41. Annexure 21- MS1: Control Panel 64

42. Annexure 21- MS2: Relays & Relay Room 65

43. Annexure 21- MS3: Electronic Interlocking 66

44. Supplementary Technical Data 68

Please note that Chapter No. 1 to 10, 13, 20 & 22 do not have any Maintenance Schedules.
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READY RECKONER OF MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
(Technician, Sectional JE/SSE, SSE (signal)/Incharge)
(1. FN- Fortnightly, 2. M- Monthly, 3.Bi-M- Bi-Monthly, 4. Q- Quarterly, 5. HY- half yearly,
6. Y- Yearly)

S.
Signalling Gears Technician Sectional SSE/JE SSE/Incharge Annexure
No
DL1(Q),DL2(HY), DL1(HY),DL2(Y), 11-MS1
1. Datalogger DL1(M)
DL3(Y) DL3(Y),DL4*
2. Mechanical Signalling
(a) Cabin CB1 (FN), CB1(M), CB1(Q), CB2(Y), 12-MS1
CB6 (M) CB2(Random check), CB3(HY),CB4(Q),
CB4(M),CB5(M), CB5(Q),CB6(Q)
CB6 (M)
(b) Lever Frame LF1(FN),LF2(M) LF1(M), LF1(Q),LF2(HY), 12-MS1
LF2(Q),LF3(Q), LF3(HY)
(c) Lead-Out and LOC1(FN) LOC1(M) LOC1(Q) 12-MS1
Cranks
(d) Rodding Run RR1(FN),RR2(M), RR1(M),RR2(Q), RR1(Q),RR2(HY), 12-MS1
RR3(Q),RR4* RR3(HY) RR3(Y)
(e) Wire Transmission
SW1(M) SW1(Q) SW1(HY) 12-MS1
(SW)
(f) Wire DW1(FN), DW1(M),DW2(Q) DW1(Q),DW2(HY) 12-MS1
Transmission(DW) DW2(M)
(g) Points MP1(FN), MP1(M),MP2(M), MP1(Q),MP2(Q), 12-MS1
MP3(FN) MP3(M) MP3*# (Q)
(h) Detector D(FN) D(M) D (Q) 12-MS1
(i) Signal S1(FN),S2*, S1 (M),S3 (M), S1(Q),S3(Q),S4(Y), 12-MS1
S3(M),S4(Q),S5(Y), S4(HY),S5(Y),S6(Q) S5(Y),S6(HY)
S6(M)
3. Mechanical MLB1(FN), MLB1(M), MLB1(Q), 14-MS1
Lifting Barrier MLB2(M), MLB2(Q), MLB2(HY),
MLB3(Q) MLB3(HY) MLB3(Y)
4. Power Operated LC1(FN),LC2(M), LC1(M),LC2(Q), LC1(Q),LC2(HY), 14-MS2
Lifting Barrier LC3(Q) LC3(HY) LC3(Y),LC4(Y),
LC5(Y)
5. Sliding Boom SLB1(FN), SLB1(M),SBL2(Q) SLB1(Q),SBL2(HY) 14-MS3
SBL2(M)
6. Cable C1(M),C2(Q), C1 (Q),C2(HY), C1(HY),C2(Y), 15-MS1
C4* C3(Y) C3(Y)
7. Earth Leakage ELD1(M) ELD1(Q),ELD2(Q), ELD1(HY), 15-MS2
Detector (ELD) ELD3 (Y) ELD2(HY)
8. Integrated Power IPS1(M) IPS1(Bi-Monthly), IPS1(Q),IPS2(HY), 16-MS1
Supply System IPS2(Q),IPS3(Y) IPS3*(Y)

(i)
S.
Signalling Gears Technician Sectional SSE/JE SSE/Incharge Annexure
No
9. Discrete Power PS1(FN),PS2(M) PS1(M),PS2(Q), PS1(Q),PS2(HY), 16-MS3
Supply PS3(Q) PS3(HY),PS4(HY),
PS5(1000 hrs)
10. DC Track Circuit T1(FN),T2# (FN) T1(M)(A.B.C route), T1(HY), T2(HY), 17-MS2
T1(Q) (D&E route), T3(HY),T4 ## (HY),
T2 (Q),T4## (HY) T5(Y)
11. Track Circuit – AFT1(FN) AFT1(M),AFT2(Q), AFT1(Q), 17-MS3
AFTC AFT3(HY),AFT4(HY) AFT2(HY),AFT3(Y),
AFT4(Y)
12. Analog (Universal AX1(FN),AX2(M) AX1(M),AX2(Q), AX1(Q),AX2(HY), 17-MS4
Axle Counter AX3(Q) AX3(HY)
(UAC))
13. Digital Axle DAC1(M), DAC1(Q),DAC2(Q), DAC1(HY), 17-MS5
Counter (DAC) DAC2# (Q) DAC3(Y),DAC4(HY) DAC2 (HY),
DAC4(Y)
14. Multi Section MSD1(M) MSD1(Q), MSD1(HY), 17-MS6
Digital Axle MSD2(Q), MSD2(HY),
Counter (MSDAC) MSD3(HY) MSD3(Y)
15. Block Instruments TB1(M) TB1(M),TB2(Q) TB1(Q),TB2(HY), 18-MS1
(Single Line, TB3(Y)
Double Line, Push
Button)
16. Block Instrument DB1(M) DB1(M),DB2(Q), DB1(Q),DB2(HY), 18-MS2
– Double Line DB3(HY) DB3(Y)
(Lock & Block)
17. T.L. Block PB1(M) PB1(M),PB2(Q), PB1(Q),PB2(HY), 18-MS3
Instrument - PB3(HY) PB3(Y)
Single Line (Push
Button type)
18. Analog Block Axle BP1(M) BP1(M),BP2(Q) BP1(HY),BP2(HY) 18-MS4
Counter Systems
(BPAC)
19. Tokenless Block HB1(M) HB1(M),HB2(Q), HB1(Q),HB2(HY), 18-MS5
Instrument-Single HB3(HY) HB3(Y)
Line (Handle
Type)
20. Universal Fail- UF1(M) UF1(M),UF2(M), UF1(Q),UF2(Q), 18-MS6
Safe Block UF3(Q),UF4(Y), UF3(HY),UF5(Y)
Interface(UFSBI) UF5(HY)

21. Colour Light CS1(M) CS1(Q),CS2(HY) CS1(HY),CS2(Y) 19-MS1

Signal

(ii)
S.
Signalling Gears Technician Sectional SSE/JE SSE/Incharge Annexure
No
22. Electrically EP1(FN), EP1(M),EP2(M), EP1(Q),EP2(Q), 19-MS2
Operated Points EP2#(M), EP3### (Q), EP3### (Q),
(Inclusive of EP4(Q) EP4(HY), EP4(Y),EP5(Y)
Clamp type point) EP5(HY)

23. Electrical Point

ED1(FN) ED1(M),ED2(HY) ED1(Q),ED2(Y) 19-MS3
Detector (EPD)
24. KLCR/EKT K1(M),K2(M) K1(Q),K2(HY) K1(HY),K2(Y) 19-MS4
25. Fuses & Fuse F1(M)
F1(Q),F2(HY) F1(HY),F2(Y) 19-MS5
Alarm System
26. Earthing (Conv. &
M.F) and E1(M) E1(Q),E2(HY), E1(HY),E2(Y),
19-MS6
Lightning E3(Y)* E3(Y)*
Protection
27. Control Panel CP1(FN) CP1(M),CP2(Q) CP1(Q),CP2(HY), 21-MS1
CP3*
28. Relays & Relay R1(M) R1(M),R2(M) R1(Q),R2(Q), 21-MS2
Room R3(Y)
29. Electronic EI1(M) EI1(M),EI2(Q), EI1(Q),EI2(HY), 21-MS3
Interlocking EI3(HY),EI4(Y) EI3(Y)

Note:
1. Schedule Code: C4*- Periodicity: As given in following pages
2. Schedule Code: RR4* - Periodicity: Technician (Signal): (as and when required)
3. Schedule Code: S2* - Applicable for Traffic Staff
4. Schedule Code: IPS3*- Periodicity: SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Yearly duly staggered by 6 months
5. Schedule Code: CP3*- Periodicity: SSE (Signal)/Incharge along with ASTE: Five yearly
6. Schedule Code: DL4*- Periodicity: Only for SSE/DLMC yearly
7. Schedule Code: E3*- Periodicity: They shall do in alternate Six months
8. # - Denotes: To be done by Technician (Signal) in the presence of SSE/JE
9. ## - Denotes: Sectional SSE/JE (Signal) & SSE (Signal)/Incharge to carry out alternatively once
in six months
10. ### - Denotes: Sectional SSE/JE & Incharge SSE to carry out alternate inspections quarterly
11. *# - Denotes: Joint Inspection with SSE/P.WAY.

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Annexure: 11-MS1
Maintenance Schedule of Datalogger
Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Monthly DL1
Quarterly DL1
Half Yearly DL1, DL2
Yearly DL2, DL3, DL4 (only for SSE/DLMC )

Schedule Code: DL1

Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Monthly,
Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Quarterly,
SSE (Signal/Incharge: Half Yearly
S.No. Check the following:
1. Datalogger free from rust, dirt & all the connectors & PCBs (Cards) in the main Euro
rack inserted properly & all screws of cards tightened.
2. The Earthing wire & its connectivity tightness.
3. FAS (Fault Analysis System) free from dust & ensure proper connectivity with Datalogger.
4. Check LED position of both side of modems.
(a) CD, CTS-LED should continue glow & in normal condition.
(b) TD & RD LED should blink (flickering) - In normal condition. I.e. data is getting
transferred. If LED status is different then reset modem by pressing reset
button or supply switching.
(c) If LED status is different then reset modem by pressing reset button or supply
switching.
5. Reading of all cells of Datalogger battery bank voltage when charger is in on position.
Switch off charger & Datalogger load takes on battery bank about 30 minutes then
measure all cells voltage. (If power supply is not taken from IPS).
6. Measure working voltage of Datalogger unit. It should be in permissible limit as given
below.
(a) Between 11.4 V to 12.6 V if Datalogger model was 90/98.
(b) Between 22.8 V to 25.2 V if Datalogger model was 99/01 and 99/06.
7. Functioning of SMS Alerts.

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Schedule Code : DL2
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Half Yearly
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Yearly
1. Measure the communication channel (OFC) loss with Telecom (Technician/JE/SSE) &
it should not be more than 25 dB between two modems of Datalogger.
2. Ensure that latest NMDL software (i.e. software used for network management in
Datalogger) & test room yard layout, fault updated in FAS (Computer) at site & all
NMDL utility programs (Reports, Simulation, track off etc.) running smoothly.
3. Measure all AC & DC supply input voltage in Datalogger with true RMS meter then
compare all these voltages with FAS (Computer) voltage reading. The variation of
both readings is under ± 5% for accuracy.
Schedule Code: DL3
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Yearly
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Yearly
1. Measure the Earthing resistance & it should be less than 1 Ohm.
2. Check & ensure that Datalogger validation register is kept at each station and details
of potential free contacts of digital & Analog inputs and yard simulation must be
tallied with NMDL at DLMC.
3. All cable terminations (Analog, Digital input) are tightened & properly connected.

Schedule Code: DL4

Periodicity: SSE (Signal)/DLMC: Yearly
1. Checking of all types of exception reports (As per RDSO) generated by Datalogger &
analysis of the reports for reliability of Datalogger.
2. To check & ensure that temperature of Datalogger is shown in NMDL.
3. Ensure that DL-1 & DL-2 shall be followed for FEP, CMU & Server unit at DLMC.
4. Zonal SSE/DLMC should carry out updation of Yard layouts of stations where
modifications have been carried out.

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Para No. 12.23.1 Annexure 12-MS1
Maintenance Schedule for Mechanical Signalling
Cabin
Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Fortnightly CB1
Monthly CB1, CB4, CB5, CB6
Quarterly CB1, CB4, CB5, CB6
Half Yearly CB3
Yearly CB2
Random CB2

Schedule Code: CB1

Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Fortnightly
Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Monthly
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly
S.No. Check the following:
1. Cleaning the ground floor & locking.
2. Check the inter changeability of keys of padlocks where available.
3. Check from the operator any defect or discrepancy of the gears.
4. Check the signals are visible from place of operation.
Schedule Code: CB2
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Random Check
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Yearly
1. Test locking against interlocking table and yard diagram and broken wire test (if D.W)
Schedule Code: CB3
Periodicity: SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Half Yearly
1. Conduct Dynamometer test, if double wire frame
Schedule Code: CB4
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Monthly
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly
1. Checking Cabin diagram, pull chart, station working instructions, maintainer’s
programme up to date and warning board (DW Cabin)
Schedule Code: CB5
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Monthly
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly
1. Check the lever frame is due for overhauling.
2. Check the installation as per current plan.
Schedule Code: CB6
Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Monthly
Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Monthly
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly
1. Check the sealing and locking of interlocking tray, resetting handle box, etc.

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Annexure: 12-MS1 (Contd..)
Lever Frame
Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Fortnightly LF1
Monthly LF1, LF2
Quarterly LF1, LF2, LF3
Half Yearly LF2, LF3

Schedule Code: LF1

Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Fortnightly
Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Monthly
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly
S.No. Check the following:
1. Check bolts and nuts for tightness and opening of split pins including the safety
bolts of D.W. Compensator.
2. Lubricate all accessible parts.
3. Check the tipping of D.W. Clutch levers.
4. All connections including down rods must be examined to detect cracks, slipped
threads and spacing.
5. Check the pulley block in D.W. cabin is in order.
6. Check the lubrication of compensator, Wheel, grooves and wire rope with graphite
grease Gr.I to IS 508. Check the lubrication of moving parts of axle oil. Check the
lubrication when nipples are provided with grease IS-507.
7. Check the drum lock fitted on the coupled clutch/direct lever for effectiveness.
Schedule Code: LF2
Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Monthly
Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Quarterly
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Half Yearly
1. Operate lever and check that full stroke is transmitted.
2. Check the double wire compensator that when the transmission is at rest, both
the grips of locking pawl are disengaged with the teeth of Ratched Rod. The
weights must be floating freely and in level with each other during lever operation
check that engaged ratched rod teeth.
3. Check adjust weight lever in such a way that during the hottest period of the day,
the lever must not reach the breakage mark on the ratchet rod.
Schedule Code: LF3
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Quarterly
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Half Yearly
1. Check the painting of levers.

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Annexure: 12-MS1 (Contd..)
Lead-Out and Cranks
Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Fortnightly LOC1
Monthly LOC1
Quarterly LOC1

Schedule Code: LOC1

Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Fortnightly
Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Monthly
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly,
S.No. Check the following:
1. Examine clean oils and observe cranks and wheels for lost motion or worn
out parts and check the foundations are rigid. All worn out pins are replaced.

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Annexure: 12-MS1 (Contd..)
Rodding Run
Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Fortnightly RR1
Monthly RR1, RR2
Quarterly RR1, RR2, RR3
Half Yearly RR2, RR3
Yearly RR3
As & when required RR4

Schedule Code: RR1

Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Fortnightly
Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Monthly
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly
S.No. Check the following:
1. Check the Rodding run in true alignment. Spacing of roller trestles free from
vegetation growth.
2. Check joints are good and make solid connection.
3. Check the coupling adjusting screws and joints looseness stripped threads are
slack nuts and lubricate threads.
Schedule Code: RR2
Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Monthly,
Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Quarterly
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Half Yearly
1. Checks the rollers are moving freely and replace the missing or broken parts and
check whether alignment requires earthwork.
2. Check the Rodding run under the track is clear rails and obstructions.
3. Check the Rodding run for any weak place due to rust, corrosion etc.
Schedule Code: RR3
Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Quarterly,
Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Half Yearly
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Yearly
1. Check whether the roller trestles require realignment due to shifting or sinking.
2. Check the adjusting sleeve of the adjusting crank and check the loss for track.
Schedule Code: RR4
Periodicity: Technician (Signal): (as and when required)
1. Check the position of compensator when a point or lock doesn’t work properly.

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Annexure: 12-MS1 (Contd..)

Wire Transmission (Single Wire)

Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Monthly SW1
Quarterly SW1
Half Yearly SW1

Schedule Code: SW1

Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Monthly,
Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Quarterly,
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Half Yearly.
S.No. Check the following
1. Check the alignment level, Corrosion and for kinks.
2. Check the wear pulley damage or broken pulleys to be replaced.
3. Check the wire run underneath the track for rubbing against blast bottom rails or
sides or sleeper and also for corrosion and kinks in the troughing underneath level
crossing.
4. Check the wire joints, split links and adjacent joints do not get entangled.
5. Check for the spacing of stakes (not more than 10 meters is allowed).
6. Check wheels are rigidly fixed on foundation and replace worn out wheels.

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Annexure: 12-MS1 (Contd..)

Wire Transmission (Double Wire)

Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Fortnightly DW1
Monthly DW1, DW2
Quarterly DW1, DW2
Half Yearly DW2

Schedule Code: DW1

Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Fortnightly
Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Monthly
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly
S.No. Check the following
1. Check all transmission work freely and loss of stroke at the end of the transmission
must be avoided.
2. Check all pulleys are parallel to the wire run. Check that there is no binding in any
part of transmission.
Schedule Code: DW2
Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Monthly,
Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Quarterly
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Half Yearly
1. Check the spacing of the stakes is not more than 15 meter for points and detector
& 20 meter for signals.
2. Check disconnecting pins are available at the end of transmission for conducting
broken wire test.
3. Check pull wire and return wire are properly identified by painting.
4. Check the wheel guides are intact and avoid wire slipping from turnout wheels.

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Annexure: 12-MS1 (Contd..)
Points
Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Fortnightly MP1,MP3
Monthly MP1, MP2, MP3
Quarterly MP1, MP2,MP3

Schedule Code: MP1

Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Fortnightly,
Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Monthly
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly
S.No. Check the following
1. Cleaning and lubricating of moving parts. Also check point chairs are cleaned regularly by
Nominated departments
2. Check the gauge of the points, opening of the switches and squaring and packing
condition of sleepers under gauge tie plate and slide chair fixing bolts through P.Way
staff
3. Check the switches are housed properly against stock rail and check spring on the
switches equally in the normal & reverse positions.
4. Check the points for Obstruction test
5. Check the ends of plunger of the lock and notches are square.
6. Check the lock plunger is 12 mm clear from the stretcher blades when unlocked. In case
of EFP locks, check locking Dog protrudes 3 mm (at least) after locking both the
stretcher.
7. Check for tightness of Bolts & Nuts and arrange for tightening /replacing missing bolts
and nuts of Flexible stretchers.
8. Check lock bars are straight and examine the driving pieces for looseness.
9. Check the lock bar clips and stops for tightness and lubricate the bearing of clips.
10. Badly worn-out clips to be replaced and check if creep is affecting the working of lock
bar.
11. Check that lock bars lie 38 mm below the top of the rail.
12. Check the broken wire locks & test for easy movement & also check the point
mechanism butting against its stop in normal & reverse.
Schedule Code: MP2
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Monthly
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly
1. Check that no two similar wards exist for conflicting train movements for hand plunger
lock, lever lock.
Schedule Code: MP3
Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Fortnightly,
Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Monthly
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly (Jointly with SSE/JE(P.Way))
1. Make visual check regarding the condition of switches, sleepers, and gauge tie plate.

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Annexure: 12-MS1 (Contd..)

Detectors
Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Fortnightly D
Monthly D
Quarterly D

Schedule Code: D
Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Fortnightly,
Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Monthly
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly
S.No. Check the following
1. Check the signal wires to the detectors are in alignment & check when the signal is
returned to ‘ON’ all signal slides are travelling back to their stops.
2. Check for obstruction test.
3. Lubricate the detector slides thoroughly – Check the cross slides for any undue
play. Also check the detectors are fixed rigidly.

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Annexure: 12-MS1 (Contd..)
Signal
Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Fortnightly S1
Monthly S1, S3, S6
Quarterly S1, S3, S4, S6
Half Yearly S4, S6
Yearly S4, S5

Schedule Code: S1
Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Fortnightly,
Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Monthly,
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly.
S.No. Check the following
1. Check the condition of the post, fittings, level of arms and the posts are properly
plumbed and lubricate working parts.
2. Inspect the platforms where provided for decayed or loose boards.
3. Check the founts of signal lamps are in good repair. Check for damaged flame
guard, leaky founts and broken burners and non-standard wick.
4. Where double wire mechanism is used, check lubrication of cam path.
Schedule Code: S2
Applicable for Traffic Staff
1. Cleaning of the roundels, glasses and lenses.
Schedule Code: S3
Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Monthly,
Sectional SSE/JE (Signal):Monthly,
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly.
1. Check the focussing of Signals.
2. Testing of Signals.
Schedule Code: S4
Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Quarterly,
Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Half Yearly,
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Yearly.
1. Cleaning of Signal arms. Painting to be got done if required.
Schedule Code: S5
Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Yearly,
Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Yearly,
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Yearly.
1. Check all signal lamps are overhauled.
Schedule Code: S6
Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Monthly,
Sectional SSE/JE (Signal):Quarterly,
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Half Yearly.
1. Check adjustment of back light.

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Annexure 14-MS1
Maintenance Schedule of Mechanical Lifting Barrier
Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Fortnightly MLB1
Monthly MLB1, MLB2
Quarterly MLB1, MLB2, MLB3
Half Yearly MLB2, MLB3
Yearly MLB3

Schedule Code: MLB1

Periodicity: Technician(Signal): Fortnightly,
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Monthly
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly
S.No. Check the following:
1. Check that mechanism is kept in good condition free from dust, rust, dirt etc.
2. Check that moving parts, gate locks are lubricated properly
3. Integrity of boom locking and ‘E’ type lock locking the winch shall be checked
4. Audio Visual warning
5. Approach warning
6. Weeding out bushes, cleaning of Mud accumulation and general cleaning
Schedule Code: MLB2
Periodicity: Technician(Signal): Monthly,
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Quarterly,
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Half yearly
1. Proper adjustment of wire sag and tension shall be made
2. Integrity of interlocking shall be checked.
Schedule Code: MLB3
Periodicity: Technician(Signal): Quarterly,
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Half yearly
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Yearly
1. Cleaning of all pipes and ducts to prevent obstruction by accumulation of dirt.

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Annexure 14-MS2

Maintenance Schedule of Power Operated Lifting Barrier

Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Fortnightly LC1
Monthly LC1, LC2
Quarterly LC1, LC2, LC3
Half Yearly LC2, LC3
Yearly LC3, LC4, LC5

Schedule Code: LC1

Periodicity: Technician(Signal): Fortnightly,
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Monthly,
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly
S.No. Check the following:
1. Ensure the smooth operation of gate barrier and check for auto stop of barrier in
fully Open (within 85°-90°) & closed (within 0°-5°) position. Adjust circuit controllers/
limit switches, if required.
2. Cleaning the inside & outside of mechanism, booms, channels & hand Generator.
Checking & cleaning of contacts, proper adjustment & condition of Limit switch/
Circuit controller/contactors.
3. Check tightness of all fixing nuts & bolts of the mechanism counterbalance channels
& adjust screws of base, gear box, clutch assembly, motor, pulleys, boom, machine
foundation & the circuit controllers. Along with this, any cracks on boom should
also be checked.
4. Check all the indication on gate panel, Button & Emergency key.
5. Checking and cleaning of operating panel, Road signals and retro reflective STOP
board on both LB & hooter.
6. Checking of Audio-Visual alarm/hooter for approach warning/approach locking.
Wherever provided.
7. Check the proper working of telephone.
8. Availability of lubrication to its level in the gear box.
9. Locking Checking
10. Solenoid Locking : Clean inside the solenoid device and ensure that
(a) The lever falls to the lock position by gravity.
(b) Making of Magnet Switch contacts (check with continuity meter) when boom hook
is inside lock unit & lock lever is in locked Position.
(c) Contact does not break even when boom is moved up & down or sideways
within allowable play in lock.
(d) Contact of boom lock proving switch, Replace if required.
Motorized Locking
11. Ensure that the boom hook falls properly into the Boom Lock Post. Adjust position
of Boom Hook/lock unit if required.

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Schedule Code: LC2
Periodicity: Technician(Signal): Monthly,
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Quarterly,
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Half yearly
1. Apply a little grease to the cam surface which operates the limit switch.
2. Check Timing Belt tension for both barriers & Hand Generator. Adjust if required.
3. Check Gear Box for any leakage of oil.
4. Check clutch slippage current (as per OEM stipulation) and slippage of friction clutch.
Adjust (if required & feasible).
5. Parallel operation/& Individual operation and opening of gate.
6. Gate operation to be tested with Crank handle.CH should be kept sealed in the box.
7. Check emergency switch for turning signal to danger. In case of approach lowered
signal, emergency switch to be kept in break position and to be rotated to make
position once gate is closed and panel push button is pressed.
8. All cable terminations are tight and properly connected.
Schedule Code: LC3
Periodicity: Technician(Signal): Quarterly,
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Half yearly,
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Yearly
1. Measure the time of operation, working voltage of ELB and operating current. These
records shall be kept in record book. Also ensure all parameter under permissible
limit.
2. The input voltage/Current range of ELB are (at motor terminals)
3. (a) For barriers without hand generator:
Normal (Max.) operating Maximum rated current for
Rated
Type Current/barrier for boom length each barrier for boom length
Voltage
up to 9.76 meter (= 10 meter) up to 9.76 meter(= 10 meter)
AC 110 V 2.5 Amps 4.0 Amps
DC 24 V 4.0 Amps 7.0 Amps
DC 110 V 1.0 Amps 1.8 Amps
(b) For barriers with hand generator:
Normal (Max.) operating Maximum rated current for
Rated
Type Current/barrier for boom length each barrier for boom length
voltage
up to 9.76 meter (= 10 meter) up to 9.76 meter (= 10 meter)
DC 24 V 3.0 Amps 5.0 Amps
DC 110 V 0.7 Amps 1.2 Amps
4. Checking of NX switch/Crank handle.
5. Balancing of weight & booms.
6. Tightening of Screws of Ebonite cams of contacts.

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Schedule Code: LC4
Periodicity: SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Yearly
1. Proper functioning and interlocking of Sliding Boom.
2. Approach/dead approach locking.
3. Boom is perpendicular to road.
4. Check the resistance of all Limit switch/Circuit controller.
5. Clearance of boom from road (0.8-1 meter).
6. Boom opening (85-90 degree).
7. Yellow reflector strips on all booms on both sides.
Schedule Code: LC5
Periodicity: SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Yearly
1. Annual testing of tail cable insulation & motor insulation with 100 V megger.

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Annexure 14-MS3
Maintenance Schedule of Sliding Boom
Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Fortnightly SLB1
Monthly SLB1, SLB2
Quarterly SLB1, SLB2
Half Yearly SLB2

Schedule Code: SLB1

Periodicity: Technician(Signal): Fortnightly,
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Monthly,
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly
S.No. Check the following:
1. Ensure Sliding boom is easy to operate and travels smoothly in its boom channel.
2. E type lock and other moving parts to be oiled and free movement to be ensured.
3. SBB E type key is taken out only when combination key is inserted.
4. Stop board has retro-reflective paint/tape. Stop board of approx. size 600 mm to be
provided.
5. EKT/KLCR for slot transmission is effective. Ensure that Locking is directly with E type
lock and not with Chain.
6. Ensure locking of slide covers on sliding booms.
7. Check and ensure that aspect of both sides road signal should be RED aspect before
taking OFF of Gate signal by using sliding boom arrangement.
Schedule Code: SLB2
Periodicity: Technician(Signal): Monthly
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Quarterly
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Half yearly
1. Foundation of sliding boom channel and boom lock post should be intact so that
sliding boom is not obstructed.
2. Check tightness of base nuts & bolts of stand and jointing nuts & bolts of the sliding
boom.
3. Ensure ELB and Sliding boom Interlocking is effective. Check Integrity of Interlocking
& working of Emergency switch with Sliding boom
4. On opening back cover, wiring shall be in good laid out condition without any
openings to avoid entry of rodents.

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Para No. 15.5.1(a), 19.9.3(c) (iv) Annexure: 15-MS1

Maintenance Schedule of Cable

Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Monthly C1
Quarterly C1, C2
Half Yearly C1, C2
Yearly C2, C3

Schedule Code: C1
Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Monthly,
Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Quarterly,
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Half yearly
S.No. Check the following:
1. All termination at CTR, Location Box, Junction Box and relay room should be
checked for sulphation. Entries of cables in relay room, cable pit, location box etc.
to be checked and should be sealed properly
2. Check for possible rat bite, vulnerability to bush fire/likely damage due to
ongoing works nearby.
3. Visual check of connections, cable Armour earthing arrangement in location boxes.
Schedule Code: C2
Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Quarterly,
Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Half yearly,
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: yearly
1. Visual check of protective arrangement provided at track crossing, culverts,
bridges, construction site and cable route marker in complete section. Special
attention should be paid to these protective works soon after the monsoon
2. Checking of exposed cable in earth, bridges, duct, Platform, pipe etc. Exposed cable
shall be buried or protected by concreting. Ends of the pipe must be concreted.
3. Condition of cable pipe to be checked. Cables, pipe on bridges to be fastened
properly, bracket to be tightened & fixed. Entries of cables in pipes should be
sealed properly.
Schedule Code: C3
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Yearly,
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Yearly
1. Verification of cable route plan and ensuring availability of cable route markers.
All missing/damaged cable markers shall be identified and provided Yearly.
Schedule Code: C4
Periodicity: As given in following pages
1. Periodical Meggering of main and tail cables to be done. Periodicity and
procedure described below. The results of the insulation resistance tests should
be recorded in proforma given in next page.
NOTE: Ensure remedial measure in case of any deficiency in schedule mentioned above.

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Para No. 15.5.1(a), 19.9.3(c) Annexure: 15-MS1 (Contd..)

स्टे शन पामनं. एस एवं टी टी पऩ सी

STATION: FORM No. S&T.T.P.C
केफऱ पवसंवाही प्रतिरोध जांच शीट
Cable Insulation Resistance Test Sheet
मुख्या/पऩछऱा केफऱ
MAIN/TAIL CABLE
1. स्थान से……………..िक……………. 6. स्रीन ककया हुआ/न ककया हुआ
Location From....................to.... Type unscreened/screened
2. कोड 7. ऩीवीसी/रफड़/काग़ज़ पवसंवाही
Cores.......................... Insulation PVC/Rubber/Paper
3. आकर 8. संस्थाऩन की िारीख
Size......................... Date of Installation Commissioning
4. ग्रेड 9. तनमाािा का नाम
Grade 250/440/650/1100V.... Name of Manufacturer
5. ऱम्फाई
Length................................
पवसंवाही प्रतिरोध ओम्स में
Insulation Resistance in Mega Ohms
ऩररऺण की िारीख,
महीने और वषा
Date, Month & Year
कोडनं.
सककाट पवसंवाही मल्
ू य पवसंवाही मल् ू य पवसंवाही मल् ू य पवसंवाही मल् ू य
Core
Circuit Insulation Value Insulation Value Insulation Value Insulation Value
No.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

अभ्युक्तियााँ Remarks:
हस्िाऺर Signature:
ऩदनाम Designation
NOTE: 1. Each conductor shall be meggered with respect to Earth and all other conductors.
2. Please see Instructions given on next page

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Annexure: 15-MS1 (Contd..)
Instructions for Insulation Resistance Testing of Signalling Cable
1.0 GENERAL
1.1 These instructions apply only to cables used for Railway Signalling and do not cover
open line wires and internal wiring.
1.2 Insulation Resistance tests should be made in such a manner that safe operation of
trains is not affected. It should be ensured that no unsafe conditions are set up by the
application of test equipment.
1.3 All conductors in signalling cables must be tested for their insulation at the time of
commissioning and thereafter in dry weather every year preferably during the same
part of the year.
1.4 The insulation resistance tests should be made when conductors, cables and insulated
parts are clean and dry.
1.5 In addition to regular testing of the cables in dry weather, random tests in wet
weather may also be carried out where considered necessary.
1.6 The conductors of the cables possess appreciable electrostatic capacity and may
accumulate electrostatic charge. The cable conductors should be shorted or earthed
to completely discharge any accumulated charge (i) before connecting the insulation
tester while commencing the test (ii) before the insulation tester is disconnected
when the test is completed. This is in the interest of safety of personnel and
protection of equipment.
1.7 A 500 V insulation tester should be used for insulation testing. The fact that the cable
has capacitance means that it has to be discharged before a measurement of the
insulation resistance can be made. The insulation resistance should therefore be
recorded after the test voltage has been applied for one minute or so when the
indicator of the insulation tester shows a steady reading. (Insulation of all quad
cables shall be tested with 100 V megger)
1.8 Any metallic sheath or metal work of any rack or apparatus case should be bonded to
earth during test.

2.0 PROCEDURE
2.1 Disconnect all cores of a cable at both ends. The disconnection may be made through
links of ARA terminals, if provided.
2.2 Connect one terminal of the insulation tester to the conductor under test and other
terminal to all the other conductors being bunched together and connected to earth.
2.3 Similarly test remaining conductors of the cable one by one as in 1.2
2.4 Insulation Resistance so measured should not be less than 5 mega ohms per
kilometer at buried temperature. If the insulation resistance is found to be lower than
5 mega ohms, the cause should be investigated and immediate steps taken to repair
or replace the cable to prevent any malfunctioning of the equipment and circuits.
2.5 The results of the insulation resistance tests should be recorded in approved
proforma. A comparison of test results between successive tests carried out on a
cable under similar conditions will give an indication of the trend towards
deterioration of the insulation resistance of the cable. If sudden fall in the insulation
resistance is observed the cause should be investigated and immediate steps taken to
repair or replace the cable.
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Annexure: 15-MS1 (Contd..)

3.0 PERIODICITY OF CABLE TESTING: Extract of SEM is given below

SEM Para Periodical Testing of Signalling cables shall be as under;

No 15.5.2 (a) First measurement of insulation of the cable should be carried out after
laying of the cable and after first monsoon for all the conductors.
(b) After major work in a yard, all cables should be meggered afresh.
(c) In all other cases, Insulation Resistance shall be tested periodically as
given below.

Type of Cable Periodicity

a) Main Cable Every 2 years
b) Tail Cables – Signal/Track/Points etc Once in 1 year
c) Spare conductors Once in 1 year

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Para No. 15.5.1 Annexure: 15-MS2

Maintenance Schedule of Earth Leakage Detector (ELD)

Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Monthly ELD1
Quarterly ELD1, ELD2
Half Yearly ELD1, ELD2
Yearly ELD3

Schedule Code: ELD1

Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Monthly
Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Quarterly
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Half-yearly
S.No. Check the following:
1. All cable terminations are tight & properly connected in ELD.
2. Checking the ELD equipment free from dust.

3. Check that "Bus Bar" indication is available. If indication is not available then check
the fuses of positive and negative bus bars of the channel.
4. Check & ensure that fault totalizer (counter) of each channel increase after each
reset operation.
5. Ensure bus bar name sticker on ELD channel for identification.
6. Ensure earth connection soldered on earth side for corrosion free connection.

7. Ensure that Reference value of resistance has been set within permissible limit. The
insulation resistance is to be set as per the table attached (Table 1).
8. Check the LED indication of each channel module of earth leakage detector &
ensure that “NORMAL LED” is glowing. If “FAULT LED” is glowing, take the suitable
corrective action to remove the earth fault immediately.
9. Earth connection to ELD through E1 and E2 should be at two different points. Preferably
one on Copper Ring and another on earth pit on which MEB wires/Cu tape are welded. If
difference in earth resistance at two points increase more than 10 ohm then all channels
will show earth fault which indicate poor earth resistance or loose connectivity. Same to
be attended.
10. Fault LED if glowing Red it means
i) ELD module may be defective-ELD meter will show infinite but will not reset.
Replace defective module.
or
ii) AC supply is not available. Attend to it.
or
iii) If meter showing some leakage resistance, ELD module is working and
leakage is there in the circuit and it needs to be attended.

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Schedule Code: ELD2
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Quarterly
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Half-yearly
1. Measure working voltage of ELD unit is from 195 V to 265 V for 230 V and 93 V to
127 V for 110 V supply respectively.
2. Measure Leakage resistance of all connected AC/DC (60 V/24 V/110 V) channel one
by one after selecting through the channel selector and fill in Table 2 & keep in
record book.
3. Check Datalogger messages are generated after creating false earth faults during
inspection by SSE/JE (Signal).
Schedule Code: ELD3
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Yearly
1. All fuses provided are of proper capacity in AC/DC channel. Ensure the wiring board
fuse rating as follows, Bus bar(+ve & -ve each) 100 mA, Power supply 2 A.
2. If any channel is not in use, it can be switched off with the help of individual switch
in back side of terminal strip.
3. Ensure that Potential free contacts of ELD are connected to Datalogger and
working properly and Exceptional report for faulty cable is generated through the
Dataloggers.

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TABLE - 1

Desirable Settings for ELD

S. No Type of Station Desirable setting
1. 3 line station 1 M Ohm
2. 4/5/6 line station 500 K Ohm
3. RRI ( up to 300 routes) 100 K Ohm
4. Big yard more than 300 routes 50 K Ohm
NOTE: Above values are only indicative. Based on cable health and experience above settings
may be adjusted as per site conditions.

TABLE - 2

STATION: DATE:
Leakage resistance
S.No Channel No. Supply monitored Remarks
in Kilo Ohm
1. Channel -1 24 V EXT East
2. Channel -2 24 V EXT West
3. Channel -3 24 V/60 V Int
4. Channel -4 110 V DC (Point)
5. Channel -5 110 V AC (Signal) East
6. Channel -6 110 V AC (Signal) West
7. Channel -7 110 V AC ( Track) East
8. Channel -8 110 V AC ( Track ) West
9. Channel -9 24 V Axle Counter
10. Channel -10 12 V Block Instrument

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Annexure: 16-MS1
Maintenance Schedules for Integrated Power Supply System
Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Monthly IPS1
Bi- Monthly IPS1
Quarterly IPS1, IPS2
Half Yearly IPS2
Yearly IPS3

Schedule Code: IPS1

Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Monthly
Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Bi-Monthly
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: : Quarterly
S.No. Check the following:
1. Visual checking & cleaning of entire IPS equipment carefully & making dust free.
2. Ensure IPS front panel all ACDP & DCDP indications are properly functioning.
3. Checking of all cables, connectors, terminations and ensuring in good condition &
properly tightened.
4. Physical checking & proper functioning of Status Monitoring Panel (SMP).
5. Visual checking of the indication of SPD box/checking of NON-Indicative type SPD
with SPD life tester (where ever available). Ensure that Potential free contact (if
provided) is connected to Datalogger.
6. Ensuring Earthing wire connectivity and its tightness. Ensure that equipment is
properly earthed, nut & bolts are not corroded and earthing is as per RDSO`s
Technical Advisory Note (TAN).
7. Cleaning all cells of IPS battery bank & applying petroleum jelly as required.
8. Checking of both IPS & battery bank room ventilation & Exhaust fan is in working
condition.
9. Measure Main Supply voltage to IPS, should be within the specified limit of 170 V
to 275 V.
10. Check and adjust all outputs of ACDP & DCDP module Voltage as per load
requirement. Record all the measurements in Register.
11. Testing of auto changeover working in ACDP Panel. Switch off Invertor-1 &
observe inverter- 2 takes load. Switch off both inverters then observe CVT takes
the load. (To be done in presence of JE/SSE)
12. Load taking Capacity of IPS battery bank about 2 hours Or 10 % of Depth of
Discharge (DOD) & record the readings of all cells voltages & specific gravity
(LMLA) in the register.
13. The equipment is properly earthed, earth leads are proper in size. Nut, bolt etc
are not corroded. Earthing is as per extant instructions.

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Schedule Code: IPS2
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Quarterly
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: : Half Yearly
S.No Check the following:
1. Testing Load Sharing of DC-DC Converters by measuring individual current of
each DC-DC converter with Clamp meter for all outputs.
2. Ensure Datalogger alarm, exception report and SMS alerts are generated for
failure of Mains supply (i.e. ATs, local, DG, etc.) and all DC outputs.
3. In case of VRLA batteries, 50 % DOD check for VRLA batteries by shutting down
SMR for adequate time.
Schedule Code: IPS3
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Yearly,
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Yearly duly staggered by 6 months
S.No Check the following:
1. Measure Earth value using clamp on earth meter/megger. Earth resistance shall
be ≤ 1 Ω. Recorded the measured value of earth resistance. If it is beyond limit,
suitable action taken and informed Section Officer.
2. Ensure that all the potential free contacts of IPS (Mains fail, SMR, Invertors, DC-
DC convertor, CVT, Transformer fail, SPD, 50% DOD, etc.) wired in Datalogger are
functioning properly. (same as item 2 in IPS2)
3. By switching OFF module (SMRs, DC-DC converter, Invertors, CVT, and Transformer)
one by one, ensure that audio alarm, indications and acknowledgement are
functioning on SMP.
4. Remove one by one module & clean them using a soft cloth carefully. Gently
blow some air to remove the dust inside, duly ensuring non-interruption of load.
5. Checking of temperature of terminals and modules by using temperature gun.
6. IPS Power auditing to be done by SSE/Incharge.
7.  Adequate time for 10% DOD should be calculated as,

Time (in hours ) =

8. Ø Adequate time for 50% DOD should be calculated as,

Time (in hours ) =

NOTE: 1) In the month of Scheduled Inspection at SSE In charge: level, Scheduled Inspection
by Section SSE/JE may not be required, since it is repetitive. However, Section SSE/JE will
associate during Scheduled Inspection of SSE Incharge.

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Para No. 16.8.1(h) Annexure: 16-MS2
Maintenance Schedules of IPS with Battery Bank Readings

Railway: Division: Station:

IPS Manufacturer: Battery Manufacturer:

IPS Installation Date: Battery Bank Installation Date:
No. of working cells: Battery Bank Voltage:
No. of spare cells: Capacity of Battery Bank (AH):
Type of Battery:

Specific Gravity of LMLA cell 1180-1220 VRLA cell: Specific Gravity N/A
Voltage of LMLA cell 1.85 - 2.25V VRLA cell Voltage: 1.85 – 2.27V
Dates of measurement
Cell
Parameters Date1 Date2 Date3 Date4 Date5 Contd...
No.
Cell Specific
No.1 Gravity
Voltage
Cell Specific
No.2 Gravity
Voltage
Cell Specific
No.3 Gravity
Voltage
Contd Specific
.... Gravity
Voltage
Cell Specific
No.55 Gravity
Voltage
Total Battery
Voltage:
Battery charging
current:
Load current:

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SPARE CELLS:
Cell No. Parameters Date1 Date2 Date3 Date4 Date5 Contd...
Cell Specific
No.1 Gravity
Voltage
Cell Specific
No2 Gravity
Voltage
Cell Specific
No.3 Gravity
Voltage
Contd..
Signature with
Designation.

AC Input Voltage:
AC Input Current:
SMR 1: Voltage/Current:
SMR 2: Contd......
Inverter 1: Input/Output Voltage:
Inverter 1 Load Current:
Inverter 2: Input/Output Voltage:
Inverter 2 Load Current:
CVT/AVR (Signals) 1 Input/Output Voltage:
CVT/AVR (Signals) 1 Load Current:
CVT/AVR (Signals) 2 Input/Output Voltage:
CVT/AVR (Signals) 2 Load Current:
CVT/AVR (Track) 1 Input/Output Voltage:
CVT/AVR (Track) 1 Load Current:
CVT/AVR (Track) 1 Input/Output Voltage:
CVT/AVR (Track) 1 Load Current:
110V DC for Points:
Battery Charging & Load current may be
included
Signal transformer and DC-DC converter
voltage may be included

Signature
Name
Designation
Date

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Para No. 16.6.1 (f) Annexure: 16-MS3

Maintenance Schedules for Discrete Power Supply

Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Fort Night PS1
Monthly PS1, PS2
Quarterly PS1, PS2, PS3
Half Yearly PS2, PS3, PS4
1000 Hours PS5

Schedule Code: PS1

Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Fortnightly
Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Monthly
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly
S. No. Check the following:
1. Visual checking and cleaning of power supply equipment, their front panel and
charging of batteries.
2. Tightness of battery & load connections.
3. Changing the power supply equipment to standby.
4. Taking readings of voltages of all supplies and taking remedial action in case of
abnormal variation is observed.
5. Testing of UPS on Load, wherever applicable.
6. Testing of Diesel Generators and Auto Push Button start.
7. Checking of load current of different supply (using clamp ammeter) and
remedial action in case of abnormal variation.
Secondary cells
8. Cleaning & checking voltage and specific gravity (LMLA) of batteries and
adjustment of charging current so that readings are within specified limits and
record in the battery History card.
9. The terminals and connections shall be coated with pure Vaseline or petroleum
jelly to prevent corrosion. Grease shall not be used.

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Schedule Code: PS2
Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Monthly
Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Quarterly
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Half Yearly
S. No. Check the following:
1. Testing of changeover of power supplies from AT (s) to local & Generator and
vice-versa. Checking of AVR functioning.
2. Load taking on Power supply battery bank about 1 hour/10% of DOD & reading
of all cells’ voltage & specific gravity (LMLA).
3. Ensure Datalogger alarm, exception report and SMS alerts for failure of Mains
supply (i.e. AT, local and DG supply, etc.) and all equipment output voltages.
4. Calibration of different voltages in Datalogger & taking out report for all analog
voltages.
5. Check for cable fault by ELD or by measuring individual voltage with respect to
earth wherever ELDs are not connected/not working. (+ve to earth & -ve to
earth should be equal.)
Schedule Code: PS3
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Quarterly
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Half Yearly
S. No. Check the following:
1. Measurement of earth leakage currents and voltages of all power supplies
(except 110 V DC).
2. Fuel tank shall be cleaned periodically. Fuel shall be filled through a wire gauze
filter which shall form part of the fuel tank. Before filling up, unused fuel shall
be decanted/ replaced if the DG set has been idle for a considerable time.
3. Lubricating oil shall be periodically checked and proper level maintained.
4. Leakage of fuel oil, lubricating oil and radiator water shall be effectively
checked.
Schedule Code: PS4
Periodicity: SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Half Yearly
S. No. Check the following:
1. Checking and cleaning of power supply equipment from inside by completely
opening, checking of power wiring connections, Program switch terminals,
contactors, terminals and wiring inside power panel etc.
2. Meggering of insulation of transformer of power supply equipment.
3. Opening and physical checking of power supplies. Taking load/no load currents
and voltages.
4. Load taking on Power supply battery bank about 5 hour/50% of DOD & reading
of all cells voltage & specific gravity (LMLA).
5. Auditing of Power Supply and checking of Power panel jointly with SSE/TRD or
Electrical for Capacity of Fuses, cable, terminations, load distribution, proper
functioning of automatic power supply change over panel at ASM. Automatic
change over buzzer operation, low voltage cut off & indication, UPS/IPS
functioning with battery set invertors/set , OHE voltage variation (182 to 265V)
& ensure that the supply arrangement in RE area as Joint circular (193/2015) or
for suburban section as per joint circular (189/2014).

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Schedule Code: PS5
Periodicity: SSE (Signal)/Incharge: 1000 Hours
S.No. Check the following:
1. After 1000 hours of run, the diesel generator sets shall be overhauled. It is
preferable to have them overhauled by the manufacturer or his authorized
representative.

NOTE: (1) In the month of Scheduled Inspection at SSE Incharge: level, Scheduled Inspection
by Section SSE/JE may not be required, since it is repetitive. However, Section SSE/JE will
associate during Scheduled Inspection of SSE Incharge.

2) Date of inspection of SSE Incharge /Sectional SSE/JE and maintenance by Signal Technician
shall be staggered since maintenance will take more time.

3) Any abnormalities found & unable to attend during maintenance/inspection or otherwise,

shall be brought to the notice of higher level irrespective of Maintenance/Inspection
schedule.

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Para No. 16.8.1(h) Annexure: 16-MS4
Maintenance Schedules of Conventional Power Equipment
(Stabilizer, Charger & Inverter) with Battery Bank Readings

Railway: Division: Station:

Charger make: Battery make:
Charger Installation Date: Battery Bank Installation Date:
No. of working cells: Battery Bank Voltage:
No. of spare cells: Capacity of Battery Bank (AH):
Dates of measurement
Cell
Parameters Date1 Date2 Date3 Date4 Date5 Contd...
No.
Cell Specific
No.1 Gravity
Voltage
Cell Specific
No.2 Gravity
Voltage
Cell Specific
No.3 Gravity
Voltage
Contd Specific
.... Gravity
Voltage
Cell Specific
No.55 Gravity
Voltage
Total Battery
Voltage:
Battery charging
current:
Load current:
SPARE CELLS
(if applicable) :
Cell Specific
No.1 Gravity
Voltage
Cell Specific
No.2 Gravity
Voltage

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Cell
Parameters Date1 Date2 Date3 Date4 Date5 Contd...
No.
Cell Specific
No.3 Gravity
Voltage
Signature with
Designation.

AC Input Voltage to Stabilizer:

AC Output Voltage from Stabilizer:
AC Input Voltage to Charger:
AC Input Current at Charger:
Rectifier 1: Voltage/Current :
Rectifier 2: Contd......
Inverter 1: Input /Output Voltage:
Inverter 1: Load Current:
Inverter 2: Input/Output Voltage:
Inverter 2: Load Current:
110 V DC for Point machines

Signature
Name
Designation
Date

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Para No.17.3.11 (a) Annexure 17-MS1
Maintenance Schedule of Track Circuit Test Record Card
……………. Railway
Signal and Telecommunication Department
Track Circuit Test Record Card
1. Station or Section of line 2. Track Circuit No.
3. Type of Relay 4. Date Installed
5. P.U. Volts 6. D.A. Volts
7. P.U. Current 8. D.A. Current
9. Resistance of Relay 10. Length of Track Circuit (m)
11. Length of Leads from feed end to track 12. Length of Leads Relay to Track
(m)
13. Type of Ballast 14. Type of Track Feed
15. Size of track feed conductor 16. Size of conductor to Relay
17. Type of sleeper and condition 18. Type of insulated joints
19. Number of Ash pits in track 20. No. of Level Crossings on track

21. Number of insulated joints in Track

Ballast Resistance =
Rail Resistance =
Current at Relay =

22. Date 23. Weather

24. Condition of ballast Wet, Damp or Dry 25. Percentage of ballast clear of rails
26. Drainage of track Good, Fair or Bad 27. Condition of Rail Surface
28. Condition of Boards & Jumpers 29. Condition of Insulated joints
30. Condition of Track Battery
Track Feed End
31. Feed Resistance 32. Voltage at battery/track feed voltage
33. VF Voltage at rails 34. IF current at rails
Relay End
35. VR Voltage at rails 36. Voltage at Relay Terminals
37. IR current atrelay terminals 38. Ballast resistance
39. Rail resistance and Bond resistance 40. Drop shunt value (TSR)
41. Pick up shunt value
Signature of Sectional SSE/JE (Signal)
Name
Signature of SSE (Signal)/Incharge
Name
Station …………………………….

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Para No. 17.3.1 to 17.3.13 Annexure 17-MS2
Maintenance Schedule of DC Track Circuit
Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Fortnightly T1,T2
Monthly T1
Quarterly T1, T2
Half Yearly T1, T2, T3, T4
Yearly T5

Schedule Code: T1
Periodicity: Technician(Signal): Fortnightly,
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Monthly (on A, B & C routes), Quarterly (on D & E route)
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Half yearly
S.No. Check the following:
1. Cleaning of track lead junction boxes, track feed battery chargers, regulating
resistance, Secondary cells & all terminals.
2. Checking & replacement of defective Feed end, relay end lead wires, jumper cables
& their terminations & securing them firmly.
3. Checking & replacement of defective/corrosive track bonds, Continuity bonds, channel
pins etc.
4. Visual check and cleaning of insulated block joints/glued joints.
5. Condition of insulation sleeve on OHE bond beneath rails to be ensured. It may be
ensured that it is not displaced or worn out. Check that no Z/transverse bond,
continuity bond and structural bond is loose.
6. Check level & Specific gravity of electrolyte in all the LMLA cells & top-up distilled
water if required, clean the terminals and connections shall be coated with pure
Vaseline or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion. Grease shall not be used.
Note: if TF alarm system is not provided then measurement to be done once in a
week in A, B & C route.
7. Measure and record Specific gravity (1180-1220) & voltage (1.8 to 2.2 V) of each &
every cell by switching off charger, charger voltage and charging current, feed
end/relay end voltage and currents, regulating resistance value & voltage across it,
voltage across Choke and ensure all are in the acceptable ranges. Take suitable
remedial action for values beyond acceptable range.
8. Checking of TF charger failure alarms.
Schedule Code: T2
Periodicity: Technician(Signal):Fortnightly (in the presence of Sectional SSE/JE(Signal))
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Quarterly
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Half yearly
1. Interchange coil terminals R1 & R2 on Track Relays except in QBAT relay
2. Checking train shunt resistance at relay, feed end and other parallel portions of track
circuit.
3. Testing of block joints/Glued joints/Point stretcher bar insulations and detecting
faulty joints by using fault injection method/taking the voltage readings across track
relay terminals and note if these reading changes when adjacent track circuit feed is
shorted or disconnected.
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Schedule Code: T3
Periodicity: SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Half yearly
1. Checking that excitation with respect to rated pick up voltage, of DC track circuits
is not more than 250% for shelf type relays, 300% for QTA2 and 235% for QBAT
relays.
2. Tail cables testing with 500 V Megger.
3. Coating by insulating varnish/epoxy over GJ/IBJ.
4. Replacement of insulations of all Block joints, insulations of Gauge tie plate, Stretcher
bar and point Rodding etc, on main line.
Schedule Code: T4
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE(Signal) & SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Half yearly (Sectional
SSE/JE(Signal) & SSE(Signal)/Incharge to carry out alternatively once in six months)
Joint check with JE/SSE (P-way) of track circuited portion for
1. The condition of rail and insulation at the rail joints, tightness of fish plate bolts,
packing of sleepers in the vicinity of IBJ/GJ, ballast & sleepers, abnormal collection
of brake dust, rusting of the rail, drainage and position of P-way fittings likely to
cause short circuits like spike, pendrol clips and bearing plates.
2. Condition of ballast, 50 mm ballast clearance from bottom of the rail flange and
availability of anti-creep, ‘J’ clips at GJ/IBJ, minimum 97% GFN Liners and Pads for
track circuits with PSC sleepers.
3. Rail ends of insulated joint shall be square and true.
4. Joint check with traction supervisors for availability of cross bonds/jumpers and
good condition for return rail in single rail track circuits in AC electrified territory
and rail bonds effectiveness.
5. As per IRPWM, advance correction slip No.128 dated 05.03.2012, SSE/JE/P.Way
and SSE/JE/S&T should jointly inspect insulated Steel Sleepers, every six months
for checking the effectiveness of insulation in track circuited areas. SSE/JE/S&T
should coordinate this.
Schedule Code: T5
Periodicity: SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Yearly
1. Conducting visual inspection of track relays for arcing, pitting of contacts, dust on
contacts, rusting/fungus of components, presence of Ants, cracks or breakages in
components, correctness of label and presence of seal.
2. Replacement of insulations of all Block joints, insulations of Gauge tie plate,
Stretcher bar and point Rodding etc., on loop lines.

Note: (1) In the month of Scheduled Inspection at SSE/Incharge level, Scheduled Inspection
by Sectional SSE/JE may not be required, since it is repetitive. However, Sectional
SSE/JE will associate during Scheduled Inspection of SSE/Incharge.
(2) Date of inspection of SSE (Incharge)/Sectional SSE/JE and maintenance by
Technician (Signal) shall be staggered (since maintenance will take more time).
(3) Any abnormalities found & unable to attend during maintenance/inspection or
otherwise, same shall be brought to the notice of higher level irrespective of
Maintenance/Inspection schedule.

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Para No. 17.4.2 Annexure: 17-MS3
Maintenance Schedule of Track Circuit – AFTC
Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Fortnightly AFT1
Monthly AFT1,
Quarterly AFT1, AFT2
Half Yearly AFT2, AFT3, AFT4
Yearly AFT3, AFT4

Schedule Code: AFT1

Periodicity: Technician(Signal): Fortnightly
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Monthly
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly
S.No. Check the following:
1. Cleaning junction boxes, tuning Units.
2. Outside track lead wires, impedance bonds, bond wires and clips/Lug, cable
connections.
3. All nuts and bolts of tuning unit terminals (AFTC) and rail connection and ensure
that these are fully tight. Also, Packing in and around TU is proper.
4. Firmness, corroded/insulation condition of Track leads connections, replace track
lead wire if insulation worn out or connections corroded & properly securing
them. Replacing corroded AFTC bonds/Z-jumper
5. That there is no cavity/butting at centre post of Glued joint, voltage across all the
insulations of glued joint to be measured, if found zero/near to zero (generally it
should be half of track voltage across rail) then plan it for replacement .
6. Condition of insulation sleeve on OHE bond beneath rails to be ensured. It may be
ensured that it is not displaced or worn out. Check that no Z/transverse bond,
continuity bond and structural bond is loose.
7. That all cable entry point or any opening of TU/TLJB junction box is sealed.
8. That centre tap connection of S-bond is protected by insulating tape.
9. Those Continuity jumpers are duplicate and not rusty.
Schedule Code: AFT2
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Quarterly (it will be done by Technician
(Signal) in presence of JE/SSE)
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Half yearly
1. Checking the lightning arrestor and its connection.
2. For AFTC − Measurement, testing AFTC parameters and compare with last reading.
Take necessary action if not found within range/deviation with respect to last reading
Voltages & current, AFTC Power Supply, TX Voltages, RX current and gain etc.

3. Coating by insulating varnish/epoxy over GJ/IBJ.

4. AFTC gain setting kept in the dynamic range/as prescribed for different AFTC.

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Schedule Code: AFT3
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Half yearly
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Yearly
1. Testing of cable from K-Board with 500 V megger.
2. TSR also be tested whenever track circuit adjusted or AFTC gain setting changed.
Schedule Code: AFT4
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Half yearly
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Yearly
1. Joint check with JE/SSE (P-way) of track circuited portion for The condition of rail
and insulation at the rail joints, tightness of fish plate bolts, packing of sleepers in
the vicinity of IBJ/GJ, ballast & sleepers, abnormal collection of brake dust, rusting
of the rail, drainage and position of P-way fittings likely to cause short circuits like
spike, pendrol clips and bearing plates, Bridge insulation on girder bridges installed/
maintained by P.Way, mud ballast accumulation near LC, Points, Trolley paths and
other areas.
2. As per IRPWM, Advance correction slip No. 128 dated 05.03.2012, SSE/JE/P.Way
and SSE/JE/S&T should jointly inspect insulated Steel Sleepers, every six months for
checking the effectiveness of insulation in track circuited areas. SSE/JE/S&T should
coordinate this.
3. Condition of ballast, 50 mm ballast clearance from bottom of the rail flange and
availability of anti-creep, ‘J’ clips at GJ/IBJ, minimum 97% GFN Liners and Pads for
track circuits with PSC sleepers.
4. Test Glued joint insulation with 100 V Source (megger), it should not be less than
25 MΩ in dry condition & not less than 3 KΩ in wet condition.

Note: Sectional JE/SSE & SSE (Incharge) to carry out every alternate inspection.

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Annexure 17-MS4
Maintenance Schedule of Analog (Universal Axle Counter (UAC))
Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Fortnightly AX1
Monthly AX1, AX2
Quarterly AX1, AX2, AX3
Half Yearly AX2, AX3

Schedule Code: AX1

Periodicity: Technician(Signal): Fortnightly,
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Monthly,
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly
S.No. Check the following:
Outdoor Equipment
1. Checking of staggering of track devices and their fittings and connections.
2. Checking & tightening of all connections & screw couplers on the oscillator/receiver
amplifier unit.
3. Observe packing conditions of supporting sleepers and ensure that fittings do not
vibrate under movement of train and packing of the same shall be done, if required.
4. Measurement of Amplifier output voltage of all channels & keeping within limit.
5. Checking battery specific gravity & voltage and charging equipment.
6. Measurement of charging current and keeping within limit. Charger output ripple
voltage shall be < 10 mV RMS.
7. Checking & keeping track circuits, its connection, rail joints in good condition.
Schedule Code: AX2
Periodicity: Technician(Signal): Monthly,
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Quarterly,
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Half yearly
Evaluator Maintenance
1. Checking & tightening screw couplers.
2. Checking that indication lamps lights in correct sequence.
3. Measurement and Recording of
(a) All incoming channels & keeping within limit.
(b) Coil voltages on EVR & SUPR in drop condition (shall not be > 0.5 V).
(c) DC-DC converter output voltage.
4. Ensuring Reset switch is sealed & resetting entries tally with counter.
5. Checking of earth connectivity.

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Schedule Code: AX3
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Quarterly
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Half yearly
Outdoor equipment
1. Checking & tightening Transmitter, Receiver housing, fitting & clamps.
2. Checking oscillator output voltage, frequency & output level of receiver amplifier
(0.7 - 1.0 V) and indication lamps in resetting box lights in correct sequence.
3. Ensuring TX/RX coils are at minimum 20 meters from nearest block joint.
4. Evaluator Checking
(a) 5 KHZ input signal of each channel for no interference & modulation.
(b) Working of trolley protection circuit.
5. Ensure that Switching ON/OFF of battery chargers should not register any counts
in evaluator.

Note: Interference with power supply, connection of evaluator, oscillator/receiver amplifier

and transmitter and receiver coils are likely to cause random counting in the Evaluator and
should be done only after ensuring that no train is occupying or approaching the controlled
section.

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Annexure 17-MS5

Maintenance Schedule of Digital Axle Counter (DAC)

Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Monthly DAC1
Quarterly DAC1, DAC2
Half Yearly DAC1, DAC2, DAC4
Yearly DAC3 DAC4

Schedule Code : DAC1

Periodicity: Technician(Signal): Monthly,
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Quarterly,
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Half Yearly
S.No Check the following:
Outdoor Equipment
1. Checking & visual inspection of track side Sensor (Tx & Rx coil). If rail contact bolt of
sensor found loose then it must be tightened from Torque wrench with specified
torque (88 N-m). Check that Tx, Rx heads & enclosures of rail contact are not
damaged or deteriorated, the area is free from any P/Way defects, the heads are
clear of metallic debris, there are no traction bonds close to detection set and
heads are clear of ballast.
2. Ensure that proper size & tightness of deflectors. The deflectors are at least 30 cm
away from centre of Sensor (Tx & Rx coil).
3. Check the resistance between Rx head to running rail & Rx head to M-12 bolt. If it is
less than 2 Mega ohms, the mountings needs to cleaned or replaced. M-12 rail
mounting nuts to be torqued to 45 N-m, M-8 Tx head mounting nuts to be torqued
to 25 N-m.
4. Check physically sensor cable and duct/protective pipe including earthing connections
is proper, tightened & not corroded.
5. Ensure minimum of 400 mm Sleeper spacing & packing of sleepers in between track
device (sensor) are fitted & fitting do not vibrate under train movement & packing
of the same shall be done, if required.
6. Ensure that the proper fixing of track side connection box (DP/EAK) on the mushroom
base plate & all screws are tight, also visually check the condition of Mushroom
foundation.
7. Ensure that the rail contact (Sensor) cable must be free to loop near the Tx-Rx
heads. The protective hose must not be fitted up to the rail contact otherwise the
rail contact integral cables may get damaged by the rigid hose because of short
bending radius.
8. Ensure that all cable entry point or any opening of DP/EAK/EJB junction box is sealed.
9. Ensure proper packing of supporting sleepers of sensor so that fittings do not
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10. Check auto resetting feature it must be applied whenever one of the DAC unit is
failed then auto reset is to be applied by reset module & system resumes
preparatory mode after time delay (10 to 15 seconds) or as per manual.
11. Visual inspection of condition of earth rod, earth pit, connections and checking of
earth continuity.
Indoor Equipment
12. Physical Checking & functioning of Reset box indication, counter & SM key. Without
SM key reset shall not be applied.
For dual detection
13. Recording of reading of resetting counter of DAC in auto resetting mode and
comparing of the same with the readings recorded by Datalogger logic.
14. Recording & analyzing counter reading of reset box including Auto resets in the format
as per type of redundancy provided for dual detection.
15. Check working of independent power supply for redundant axle counter system.
Schedule Code: DAC2
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Quarterly (to be done by Technician (Signal) in
presence of JE/SSE)
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Half Yearly
1. Opening the cover of Mushroom & inspect card free from dust, dirt & tightened.
Ensure that the same shall not vibrate under movement of train.
There should be no possibility for entry to rain water.
All MOV's are connected at proper terminals & are in good working condition.
2. Measure rated input/output voltage & other parameter of DP (outside) with DAC
toolkit which is provided by manufacturer & record in book. Also ensure all parameters
are under permitted limits.
3. Screw coupler connections should be fully tight.
4. Measure the Tx/Rx coil signal levels and record them. Values should be within the
specified limits.
5. Check all indication LEDs are lit in correct sequence.
6. Check the working of trolley protection track circuit if available.
7. Check indication LEDs in reset box are lit as per occupied and clear position of section.
Schedule Code: DAC3
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Yearly
1. Where DAC is provided in block section, Measure the Quad cable insulation with 100 V
Megger it should not be less than 10 M ohms & cable loop resistance not more than
56 ohms/Loop Km. If diameter of the conductor is 0.9 mm.
2. In case 64 kbps communication channel is used, attenuation/loss should be between
10 db to 25 db between two modems of DAC installed at entry & exit ends respectively
at two station/IBS.

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Schedule Code: DAC4
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Half Yearly,
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Yearly
1. Measurement of Earth value of SSDAC, including earth continuity up to equipment &
paint its value on earth enclosures/nearest wall. Readings of earth value to be recorded in
earth measurement register for future reference. It should be less than 1 Ohm.

Note: 1) Verification of parameter as per latest TAN issued by RDSO/Head Quarters if any.
2) Check the functioning of Event logger card. Data shall be analysed by attaching
the same with any laptop/PC.

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Annexure: 17-MS6
Maintenance Schedule of Multi Section Digital Axle Counter (MSDAC)
Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Monthly MSD1
Quarterly MSD1, MSD2
Half Yearly MSD1, MSD2, MSD3
Yearly MSD3

Schedule Code: MSD1

Periodicity: Technician(Signal): Monthly
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Quarterly
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Half Yearly
S.No. Check the following
Outdoor Equipment
1. Checking & visual inspection of track side Sensor (Tx & Rx coil) tightened properly.
If rail contact bolt of sensor found loose then it must be tightened from Torque
wrench with specified torque.
2. Check physically sensor cable and duct/protective pipe including earthing connections
is proper & tightened & not corroded.
3. Ensure proper size & tightness of deflectors. The deflectors are at least 45 cm away
from centre of Sensor (Tx & Rx coil).
4. Ensure the proper fixing of track side connection box (DP/EAK) on the mushroom
base plate & all screws are tight. Also check the condition of Mushroom foundation.
5. Ensure the Minimum Sleeper spacing of 400 mm & packing of sleepers in between
track device (sensor) are fitted & fitting do not vibrate under train movement.
6. Ensure that all cable entry point or any opening of DP/EAK/EJB junction box is sealed.
7. Ensure that the rail contact (Sensor) cable must be free to loop near the Tx-Rx
heads. The protective hose pipe must not be fitted up to the rail contact otherwise
the rail contact integral cables may get damaged by the rigid hose because of short
bending radius.
8. Ensure proper packing of supporting sleepers of sensor so that fittings do not vibrate
during passage of train.
9. Visual inspection of condition of earth rod, earth pit, connections and checking of
earth continuity.
Indoor Equipment
10. All cable terminations are tight & properly connected in relay room.
11. Ensure that the Armour of quad cable connecting DP to location & location to relay
room should be properly earthed & tightened in relay room.

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12. All cards, PCB’s & connectors are properly connected in Evaluator (MSDAC) & free
from dust.
13. Physical Checking & functioning of Reset box indication, counter & SM key. Ensure
that without inserting SM key reset shall not be applied.
14. All fuses provided in relay room, Evaluator PCB’s & DP’s are of proper capacity &
tightened.
15. Check sealing of Reset Box.
Schedule Code: MSD2
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Quarterly,
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Half Yearly
1. Open the cover of DP/Mushroom & ensure that card is free from dust, dirt &
tightened & do not vibrate when movement of train.
2. Measure rated input/output voltage & other parameter of DP (outside) & Evaluator
(MSDAC) with DAC toolkit which is provided by manufacturer and compare with last
reading. Take necessary action if not found within range/deviation with respect to
last reading.
Schedule Code: MSD3
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Half yearly,
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Yearly
1. Where DAC is provided in block section, Measure the Quad cable insulation with
100 V Megger it should not be less than 10 M ohms & cable loop resistance not
more than 56 ohms/Loop Km. If diameter of the conductor is 0.9 mm.
2. In case 64 kbps communication channel is used, attenuation/loss should be
between 10 db to 25 db between two modems of DAC which are installed in Block
sections.
3. Measure the earth resistance of indoor equipments & paint its value on earth
enclosures/nearest wall. It should be less than 1 ohm.
4. Check auto as well as manual resetting feature. System must come on preparatory
mode after application of resetting (Manual/Auto). Conditional Hard resetting-system
shall assume "working mode" after application of conditional hard resetting.

Note: 1) CRC/Checksum to be verified if application software is loaded due to failure or any

other reason.
2) Maintenance and diagnostic tool to be used for analysing failures and its efficacy
to be checked once in a year.

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Para No. 18.9.3 Annexure: 18-MS1
Maintenance Schedule of Block Instruments
(Single Line, Double Line, Push Button)
Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Monthly TB1
Quarterly TB1, TB2
Half Yearly TB2
Yearly TB3

Schedule Code: TB1

Periodicity: Technician(Signal): Monthly
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Monthly
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly
S.No. Check the following:
Token Type
1. Locking & sealing.
2. Proper working of SM’s lock up key.
3. Full deflection of Needle indicator.
4. No burr on tokens and free movement of Token indicator.
5. Token are not damaged/deformed.
6. The force drop arrangement of TCF & TGT locks.
7. Free movement of locks rocker arms (shall be 1 mm the rack) and Squareness of
lock edge.
8. The safety catch is in position and free to move about its fulcrum pin.
9. Tightness of spigot.
10. Intactness of tablet releaser actuating link screws.
11. The contact surface and spring tensions, if pitted, cleaning them with chamois leather.
12. The Block & Telephone batteries for cleanliness and voltages recorded in the card.
13. The telephone and telephone cord.
14. Cleaning Rack & pinion teeth and oiling with medium grade IS – 1628 axle oil.
15. Measuring the line current.

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Schedule Code: TB2
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Quarterly,
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Half yearly

1. All wiring and the polarity of instruments.

2. Polarized relay returns to its normal position when no current is flowing.
3. Locking of pawl and notches in the rack are correctly shaped and square ended.
4. Cross checking of Door lock keys & SM key of one instrument with other instrument.
5. Tones of bells are distinct when two or more instruments are provided.
6. Instrument is in level.
7. Carry out census of working tokens and keeping records in register of Block
Instrument & Signal History Book.
Schedule Code: TB3
Periodicity: SSE(Signal)/Incharge: yearly
1. Token receiver can receive only the token of the correct configuration.
2. Effectiveness of ‘No Token’ lock and handle does not turn to TGT when token
indicator shows Red.
3. Measure the earth value.
4. Instrument is not due for overhauling (10 years periodicity).

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Annexure: 18-MS2

Maintenance Schedule of Block Instrument – Double Line (Lock & Block)

Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Monthly DB1
Quarterly DB1, DB2
Half Yearly DB2,DB3
Yearly DB3

Schedule Code: DB1

Periodicity: Technician(Signal): Monthly
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Monthly
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly
S.No. Check the following:
1. Locking & sealing.
2. Proper working of ‘SM’s lock up key.
3. Full deflection of Needle indicator.
4. The polarized relay returning to its normal position when no current is flowing.
5. Proper condition of electrical and mechanical locks.
6. All contacts are clean and free from pitting.
7. All springs, Finger contacts & circuit controller contacts are in good condition and
kept properly adjusted.
8. Checking & tightening of all terminal screws, lock nuts and locking screws and split
pins opened.
9. The Block & Telephone batteries for cleanliness and voltages recorded in the card.
10. The telephone and telephone cord.
11. Physical checking of earth wire and its connectivity.
12. Checking that the commutator handle is locked first before the “Train On Line”
indication appears on the indicator when the handle is turned from “Line Clear” to
“Train On Line” position.
13. Check that door lock coil is functioning properly and all the moving parts are
properly oiled & cleaned. Check that half notch is effective in its proper position.

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Schedule Code: DB2
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Quarterly,
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Half yearly
S.No. Check the following:
1. Measure the line current and voltage reading to be taken in following steps:
a) Receiving station at Line Clear/Line close and Sending station TOL.
b) Receiving station at TOL and sending station TOL.
c) Both station at Line clear condition.
2. Measure and record voltages of block bell & block indication supply.

Schedule Code: DB3

Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE : Half yearly
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: yearly
1. Checking that LSS cannot be taken OFF without line clear and is automatically
replaced to ON when train enters the Block section.
2. Cross checking of Door lock keys & SM key of one instrument with other instrument.
3. Measure the earth value.
4. Cleaning and Checking Voltage of Block filter, Block Bell unit& condition of GD tube.
5. Checking that instrument is not due for overhauling (7 years periodicity) and
maintaining Register of Block Instruments containing information – the type of
instrument, its serial number, location, and name of manufacturer, date of
installation, date of last overhaul.

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Annexure: 18-MS3
Maintenance Schedule of Tokenless Block Instrument - Single Line
(Push Button type)
Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Monthly PB1
Quarterly PB1, PB2
Half Yearly PB2,PB3
Yearly PB3

Schedule Code: PB1

Periodicity: Technician(Signal): Monthly,
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Monthly,
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly
S.No. Check the following:
1. Check that Block Instrument are free from mechanical damage/corrosion. Check
tightness of all nuts/bolts.
2. Checking of Push Buttons, Indicators, relays, bell & buzzer.
3. Locking & sealing of all relays and counter.
4. All the relays are properly plugged in block & holding clips are intact and contacts
are clean and free from pitting.
5. The telephone and telephone cord.
Schedule Code: PB2
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Quarterly,
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Half yearly
1. Checking the working of releasing of shunting key.
2. Measuring the line current and voltage.
3. Working of cancellation counter.
4. Cross checking of Door lock keys & SM key of one instrument with other instrument.
5. Measuring the insulations between each individual insulated circuit and earth (shall
not be < 10 M Ohm).
6. Measure the earth value.
Schedule Code: PB3
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE : Half yearly
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Yearly
1. LSS cannot be taken OFF without line clear and is automatically replaced to ON
when train enters the Block section.
The Last Stop Signal at the sending station cannot be taken ‘OFF’ until the
2. receiving station instrument is set to “Train Coming From” condition and the
sending station instrument is sent to “Train Going To” condition.
3. The Line Clear can be granted only when reception signals and the Last Stop Signal
are proved at ‘ON’.
4. The opposing Last Stop Signals of the block section cannot be taken ‘OFF’ at one
and the same time.
5. The circuit for proving the arrival of a train is directional.
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Annexure: 18-MS4
Maintenance Schedule of Analog Block Axle Counter Systems (BPAC)
Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Monthly BP1
Quarterly BP2
Half Yearly BP1, BP2

Schedule Code: BP1

Periodicity: Technician(Signal): Monthly,
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Monthly,
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Half-Yearly
S.No. Check the following:
1. All coupler connections, cable termination connection and MUX rack cable
connections.
2. Wires and button contacts on SM’s Panel and SMDP Box connections.
3. Keeping record of each resetting, analyzing and taking corrective action.
Schedule Code: BP2
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Quarterly,
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Half yearly
1. Measurement of voltage levels of DC-DC converter and channels at MUX,
keeping records and taking corrective action for proper adjustment and keeping
within limits.

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Annexure: 18-MS5

Maintenance Schedule of Tokenless Block Instrument-Single Line (Handle Type)

Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Monthly HB1
Quarterly HB1,HB2
Half Yearly HB2,HB3
Yearly HB3,

Schedule Code: HB1

Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Monthly,
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Monthly,
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly
1. Locking & Sealing.

2. Proper working of ‘SM’s lock up key.

3. All the relays are properly plugged in block & holding clips are intact & also contacts are
clean & free from pitting.
4. Full deflection of Needle indicator.
5. Check all contacts in Block Handle, PB1, PB2 buttons (tightness of push button screw)
S1, S2 switches are clean and free from grease or dirt. Check the alignment of push
button plunger for smooth movement.
6. Check that all mechanical parts such as springs of push button for its intactness, screws
and nuts etc are in good condition and well tight. Also check all mechanical moving parts
inside the token less Instrument work freely and are well lubricated.

7. The Block & Telephone batteries for cleanliness and voltages recorded in the card.

8. The telephone and telephone cord.

9. Checking the working of releasing/locking of shunting key.

10. Check the lock armature works freely and the locking portion is properly forced down
for each locking portion. Also check that there is no undue tendency for the Lock
Magnet to be held when electrically de-energized.

11. Measure the earth value.

Schedule Code: HB2
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Quarterly,
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Half yearly
1. Working of all counters.
2. The line current, voltage & frequency shall be measured both at the transmitting end
and the receiving end.

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Schedule Code: HB3
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE : Half yearly
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Yearly
1. LSS cannot be taken OFF without line clear and is automatically replaced to ON when
train enters the Block section.
2. Try to operate the instrument without cooperation i.e. without receipt of functional
code; it shall not be possible to turn the block handle from Line Closed to Train Going
To or Train Coming From position.
3. On receipt of TGT code, turn block handle from Line Closed towards Train going to &
stop midway. Disconnect Line & try to turn the handle further. It shall lock in check
lock position. Ensure armature of electric lock on block handle is force dropped in
check lock notch and the block handle cannot be turned to Train Going to position.
4. With a train in Block Section, try to bring the block handle to Line closed with & without
cooperation from other station, it shall not be possible to turn the block handle to line
closed position. The Block handle should remain locked in last operated position.
5. Measure the earth value.
6. Checking that instrument is not due for overhauling (7 years periodicity) and maintaining
Register of Block Instruments containing information – the type of instrument, its serial
number, location, and name of manufacturer, date of installation, date of last overhaul.

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Annexure: 18-MS6
Maintenance Schedule of Universal Fail-Safe Block Interface (UFSBI)
Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Monthly UF1, UF2
Quarterly UF1, UF2, UF3
Half Yearly UF3, UF5
Yearly UF4, UF5

Schedule Code: UF1

Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Monthly,
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Monthly,
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly
1. Visual inspection of Block Panel- Intactness of panel buttons & its connections,
checking of all indications as they are in working order or not.
2. Block Panel & Interface free from rust, dirt & all the connectors & PCBs in the 6U
rack inserted properly.
3. All cable terminations are tight & properly connected.
4. Physical checking & functioning of block Button, indication, buzzers, telephone &
counter.
5. Ensure effective working of SM key, LCB key, SH key & HKT for single line.
6. All the relay in UFSBI rack are properly plugged & holding clip are intact & also
contacts are clean & free from pitting.
7. All fuses provided are of proper capacity.
8. The Earthing wire & its connectivity & tightness.
9. Failure indication on alarm panel:
(i) Single CPU failure indication.
(ii) Redundant DC-DC fail indication
(iii) System failure indication.
Schedule Code: UF2
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Monthly,
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly
1. Measure working voltage of UFSBI unit. It should be in between 21.6 V & 28.8 V
New DC & record in book.
2. Check the various output of DC-DC converter & record all output supply voltage &
output level should be as follow:
(a) 5 V supply 4.85 V to 5.15 V
(b) +12 V supply: 11.76 V to 12.24 V
(c) –12 V supply: -11.76 V to -12.24 V
(d) 24 V supply: 22.8 V to 25.2 V
3. Check the current. UFSBI should draw around 1.8 Amp.

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Schedule Code: UF3
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Quarterly,
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Half Yearly
1. Checking of media diversity from Quad to OFC or vice versa.
Schedule Code: UF4
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Yearly,
1. The communication channel Testing for;
a) Quad cable insulation & losses.
b) Signal to Noise ratio (it should not be less than 20 dB).
2. Check all communication links for following parameters & keep in record:
a) Link parameter Max. Transmit Signal= -5 to 07 dBm (after removing cable side
connection) Min receive level = -12 dBm to - 14 dBm (4 wire voice Channel on OFC).
b) Loop resistance not more than 56 ohms/Loop km.(Quad cable)
c) Attenuation loss measured at 2.5 KHz should not be greater than 30 dB for full
length of Quad cable used.
d) Near End Cross Talk (NEXT) shall be better than 55 dB/Km at the frequency of 150
KHz.
e) Far End Cross Talk (FEXT) shall be better than67.8 dB/Km at the frequency of 150
KHz.
f) Insulation resistance better than 10 MΩ/Km tested with 500 V megger.
3. Checking of Datalogger report for validation of relay contacts of block panel.
Schedule Code: UF5
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Half Yearly,
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Yearly
1. Measure the earthing resistance & it should be less than 1 ohm.
2. Testing the timer is working & time delay of 120 second for cancellation of line clear
is achieved.
3. Checking that LSS cannot be taken OFF without line clear and is automatically
replaced to ON when train enters the block section.
4. Ensure that all the potential free contact of UFSBI (power supply monitor, single CPU
failure detection & single system failure detection) is functioning properly and wired
in Datalogger.

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Para No. 19.9.2(d) Annexure: 19-MS1
Maintenance Schedule of Colour Light Signal
Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Monthly CS1
Quarterly CS1
Half Yearly CS1,CS2
Yearly CS2

Schedule Code: CS1

Periodicity: Technician(Signal): Monthly,
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Quarterly,
SSE(Signal)/In charge: Half yearly
S.No. Check the following:
1. Cleaning of LED lighting unit & current regulator/integrated LED, all terminations,
housing, signal units & around signal post.
2. Measurement of input voltage & current with clamp type ammeter at input terminals
of current regulator/LED signal for all signal aspects and V/I reading shall be within
specified range as below:
(a) Main signal Voltage: 82.5 to137.5 V and Current: 112 to 154 mA
(b) Calling on/A/AG Marker Voltage: 88 to 132 V and current: 120 to 165 mA.
(c) Route signal Voltage: 88 to 132 V and Current: 23.75 to 26.25 mA per LED.
(d) Shunt signal Voltage: 88 to 132 V and Current: 52.25 to 57.75 mA per LED.
3. Checking of tightness of all adjusting screws of LED signal unit as well as Current
regulator/integrated LED.
4. Ensure condition of signal post is satisfactory.
5. Check condition of Signal foundation, ladder & ensure proper alignment of signal post.
6. Ensure Signal unit condition, closing of door & locking arrangements are satisfactory.
7. Ensure Signal post & CLS unit should be earthed & screen earthing is effective.
8. Complete signal unit should be cleaned for removing oxidation, rusting & tightened
properly.
9. Ensure that there is no opening/access for rain water/rodent entry.
10. Ensure the cable terminations in location box should be cleaned for removing
oxidation, rusting & tightened properly.
11. Visual check of insulations of cables, PVC wires, proper termination without criss
cross, condition of rubber gasket arrangement.
12. (a) Check that where signals are Infringing with SOD, their Implantation distance is
marked on Red colour on white back ground.
(b) Blanking off to be done as given in chapter 19 of SEM.
(c) Right hand signals to be provided with an arrow mark pointing towards the
relevant track.

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Schedule Code: CS2
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE : Half yearly
SSE (signal)/Incharge : Yearly
1. Check infringement of Signal & all it’s fitting with respect to schedule of dimensions
jointly with SSE/P.WAY (infringement to be removed, if found).
2. Test Route ECR- ensure that route ECR should be dropped if any 3 nos. of LEDs in the
given route supply is cut for all the routes.
3. Test Shunt ECR - ensure that shunt ECR should be dropped if any one of Shunt LED does
not lit.
4. Set jumper setting in current regulator as per ECR used & measure current with AC
clamp meter. The range of current shall be within the limit as per ECR used.
5. Implantation distance from center line of nearest track along with an arrow indicating
towards nearest track should be painted on signal post in following colours.
(a) Black on white background for normal implantation.
(b) Red on white background for implantation distance < 2.36 meters.
6. Ensure that Arrow Markers are provided on all RHS signals.
7. Painting of Signal post, unit, ladder & number plate are satisfactory.

Note: Whenever engineering Machine work is carried out, signal implantation shall be
measured prior/after to commencement/completion of work.

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Para No. 19.3.6(f) Annexure: 19-MS2
Maintenance Schedule of Electrically Operated Points
(Inclusive of Clamp Type Point)
Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Fortnightly EP1
Monthly EP1,EP2
Quarterly EP1,EP2, EP3, EP4
Half Yearly EP4, EP5
Yearly EP4,EP5

Schedule Code: EP1

Periodicity: Technician(Signal): Fortnightly
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Monthly
SSE (Signal)/Incharge : Quarterly
S.No. Check the following:
1. The machine for tightness and free from rust & dirt. Cleaning, graphite/oiling of slide
chairs. Lubrication of slide chairs and assembly up to 3 sleepers from the toe of
switch by Signal staff.
2. Checking of Point Gear Assembly, slides, rollers & pins. Ensure that roller is free
from wear and tear and falls freely on control and lift out disc.
3. Tightening of all nuts, check nuts & bolts, lock nuts holding the detector slides &
lock slides with lugs and condition of split pins to be checked.
4. The Lubrication/Greasing of all gears and bearings, cleanliness & smoothness of
commutator, checking contacts for freedom from pitting and proper adjustment.
5. Visual checks of Points insulations and stretcher bars not rubbing with any fixture.
6. The contacts for proper adjustment contact pressure& free from pitting. Wires are
neatly dressed & clear of all moving part. Ensure they do not get trapped in the lid
when closed.
7. All the bridge contacts make & break at the same time.
8. The setting of switch for having required amount of spring action.
9. Obstruction test of points with 5 mm test piece (to be kept at 150 mm from the toe
of the switch) to ensure that point cannot be locked, detection contacts shall not
make & friction clutch should also slip. However Detection contacts shall make with
obstruction of 1.6 mm test piece (to be kept at 150 mm from the toe of the switch)
Testing may be done either by Crank Handle or by Point Motor operation.
10. Also ensure that both sleepers are well packed & Ground connection rods are free
from ballast.
11. Checked the insulation of Gauge tie plate, all stretcher bars, P/D brackets & driving
lug and replaced if found damaged/broken.

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Schedule Code: EP2
Periodicity: Signal Technician: Monthly (to be done by Technician (Signal) in the
presence of SSE/JE)
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Monthly,
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly
1. Measurements of operating values (voltage & current) of point machines, with and
without obstruction for normal and reverse operation. Current required to operate
the machine in either direction shall be 1.5 to 2 times of its normal operation and
friction clutch shall slip within this range. Replace machine when difference between
normal operating current and current under obstruction is less than 0.5 A.
2. Checking of feed disconnection time under obstruction is not less than 10 Seconds.
3. Ensure Hose pipe/GI pipe in good condition and without gaps/access.
4. Check MS pins of Switch Extension piece/‘P’ bracket for any rib formation or excessive
wear.
5. In case of Clamp type point machine, Lubricate the following moving parts of the
clamp lock.
(a) Stock rail bracket groove.
(b) Moving part of tongue rail and lock arm assembly.
(c) Between machine of lock bar and lock arm assembly
Schedule Code: EP3
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Quarterly
(Sectional SSE/JE & Incharge SSE to carry out alternate inspections)
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly (Sectional SSE/JE & Incharge SSE to carry out
alternate inspection)
1. Joint check with JE/SSE (P-Way) of points & crossing for levelling, squaring, creeping,
packing, clearance of ballast and other P-Way fittings, etc. and measurement of LH,
RH switch opening are as given below for normal point and as per proforma circulated
by RDSO dated 14.2.19 for Thick Web Switches.
Normal Point (143 mm) Thick Web Point (220 mm)
OPENING (Tolerance) OPENING (Tolerance)
LH END RH END LH END RH END
115±3 mm 115±3 mm 160±3 mm 160±3 mm

2. Joint checking of SSD Setting and its arm insulation with P-Way supervisor.
Schedule Code: EP4
Periodicity: Technician(Signal): Quarterly
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Half-yearly
SSE(Signal)/Incharge : Yearly
1. Greasing/Oiling of point machine and Checking of all grease nipples in position.
2. Oiling of Point Gear Assembly, slides, rollers & pins with medium grade axle oil IS
1628. Avoid overflowing.
3. Smoothness& cleaning of Commutator, carbon brushes.
4. Ensure painting of connecting rods is satisfactory.

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Schedule Code: EP5
Periodicity: Sectional JSSE/JE(Signal): Half-yearly
SSE(Signal)/Incharge : Yearly
1. Check for detector contacts and cleaning if required, control contacts, friction
clutch. Ensure contact pressure of control and detection contact is adequate.
Ensure Brass tip on finger contact is intact. Conduct obstruction test.
2. Visual check of brass strips provided between detector slides, without removing
them.
3. Checking of contact, connections and its effectiveness during power operation
points.
4. Working of point using crank handle shall also be checked. It shall not be possible to
insert Crank Handle without assigned Key. Interlocking with signals shall be checked
5. Checking of point motor insulation, cable and wire insulation (by 100 V Megger).

6 Testing of point tail cable from K Rack in N & R position of point with 100 V Megger.

Note: Whenever any wire, cable, gears etc. are opened and disconnected, care should be taken
for proper reconnection of wires, cables, gears etc. and must be followed by correspondence
test with panel before giving reconnection.

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Para No. 19.9.5 Annexure: 19-MS3
Maintenance Schedule of Electrical Point Detector (EPD)
Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Fortnightly ED1
Monthly ED1
Quarterly ED1
Half Yearly ED2
Yearly ED2

Schedule Code: ED1

Periodicity: Technician(Signal): Fortnightly,
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Monthly,
SSE(Signal)/Incharge : Quarterly
S.No. Check the following:
1. The contacts to Make or break at same time.
2. The cross-protection contact makes only after concerned detection contact open.
For Non-RE area.
3. Normal detection opens then only normal shunt contact make and vice-versa. For
Non-RE area.
4. Shunt contacts – For Non-RE area.
5. Sleepers are packed well.
6. Entire contact of ED free from rust & pitting.
7. Pressures of contact of ED.
8. Tightening of all nuts and screws and nuts on lugs. Wires are neat and tidy.
9. Slides are having free movement.
10. Oiling the slides & rollers with the axle oil Grade Medium to IS: 1628.
11. Testing and adjusting − for Normal & Reverse setting of point by obstruction test to
ensure with 1.6 mm test piece detector contracts just make, with 3.25 mm test piece
by fictitious locking contacts just break and with 5 mm test piece point is not locked
and detector contacts not make and point lever should not latch.
12. Weeding out of bushes/clearing of ballast in and around working/moving parts.
Schedule Code: ED2
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Half-yearly
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Yearly
1. Testing of point cable from K Board in N & R position of point with 100 V megger.

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Para No. 19.9.8 Annexure: 19-MS4
Maintenance Schedule of Key Locked Checking Relay/Electric Key Transmitter
(KLCR/EKT)
Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Monthly K1, K2
Quarterly K1
Half Yearly K1, K2
Yearly K2

Schedule Code: K1
Periodicity: Technician(Signal): Monthly,
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal):Quarterly
SSE(Signal)/Inharge: Half-yearly
S.No. Check the following:
1. Clean and ensure dust free.
2. Visually check the condition of PVC wires is good and intact.
3. Checking the effectiveness of locking, sealing, indication and Buzzer.
4. Voltage across KLCR shall be measured.
(a) Permitted Range for 24 V DC Relay 19.2 to 28.8 V DC.
(b) Permitted Range for 60 V DC Relay 48 to 72 V DC.
5. Check & ensure "KEY IN" and "KEY OUT” indications are functioning properly.
6. Check & ensure that Contact (NO/NC) of KLR key extracting button are functioning
properly.
Schedule Code: K2
Periodicity: Technician (Signal):Monthly,
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal):Half yearly,
SSE(Signal/)Incharge: yearly
1. Tail cables meggering with 500 V megger.
2. Check and ensure that relays are in good condition & no dry soldering.

Note:(i) During periodic schedule of SSE Incharge: inspection, section SSE/JE inspection
not required since inspections are repetitive in nature.
(ii) Ensure that independent Power supply is connected to KLCR.

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Para No. 19.9.8 Annexure: 19-MS5

Maintenance Schedule of Fuses & Fuse Alarm System

Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Monthly F1
Quarterly F1
Half Yearly F1,F2
Yearly F2

Schedule Code: F1
Periodicity: Technician(Signal): Monthly,
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Quarterly,
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Half-yearly
S.No. Check the following:
1. Visually check the fuses and indication LED on fuse block provided to ensure intactness.
2. Visual inspection of fuse blown off indications & their replacement with proper fuses,
if blown off.
3. In the Fuse Monitoring Panel (FMP), if fuse blown off indication is available/audio
alarm bells, check for fuse/LED/Buzzer and replace them, if defective.
4. PPTC Fuses - Ensure that the main fuse and Continuity of PPTC by checking
individually (without disturbing the working circuit). If not replace the defective
component.
Fuse Auto Changeover System
1. Visually check the Fuse monitoring changeover system, fuses and its indications.
2. Physically check the functioning of fuse monitoring panel. If any main fuse is removed/
blown-off, the audio alarm with indication appears on Fuse monitoring panel.
Schedule Code: F2
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Half yearly,
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: yearly
1. Check that all fuses provided are of ND type/’D’ type/’G’ type, PPTC or approved type
and of correct rating as per requirement.
2. Ensure proper tightness of all terminals and fuses.
3. Ensure that the Main fuse and Stand-by fuse are in working condition by checking
individually (without disturbing the working circuit). If not replace the defective
component.
4. Check that fuse capacity as per specification for the maximum load current.

Note: (i) while commissioning or any alteration, it has to be ensured that Fuses are provided
in one limb of the circuits.
(ii) Checking that fuse capacity is not >2.5 times the load. Measure circuit current
when fuse is blown off & investigating the cause if current is found more than initial
value
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Para No. 19.11.9 Annexure: 19-MS6
Maintenance Schedule of Earthing (Conventional & Maintenance Free)
and Lightning Protection
Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Monthly E1
Quarterly E1
Half Yearly E1, E2
Yearly E2, E3

Schedule Code: E1
Periodicity: Technician(Signal): Monthly
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Quarterly
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Half-yearly
S.No. Check the following:
1. All earth connections of block earth, Axle counter, MUX and other equipment earth
are intact.
2. Earth wire lead is not corroded and is well protected.
3. Nut connecting earth wires to electrode are not corroded.
4. SPD (B & C type at 230 V entry stage) indications are OK.
5. Connections to SPD are intact.
Schedule Code: E2
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Half-yearly
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Yearly
S.No. Check the following:
1. SPD (C type at the output side of DC supply) indications are OK. Before onset of
monsoon and after every lightning it has to be verified.
2. Connections to SPD are intact.
Schedule Code: E3
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE : Yearly
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Yearly
(Note: They shall do in alternate Six months)
S.No. Check the following:
1. Proper rating and type of SPD used.
2. Available potential free contacts are wired.
3. Separate earth exists for each block.
4. Different earthing conductors are insulated from each other.
5. Measuring the value of earth resistance of the earthing provided for signaling circuit,
improving earth resistance if found more than beyond specified limit of installed
equipment, take steps to reduce it further.
6. Keeping records of the earth resistance measurement and painting its value on earth
enclosures/nearest wall.
Note: There should not be any other earth or system earth of electrical, placed less than 20
meters away from the equipment earth.
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Para No. 21.1.3 Annexure: 21-MS1
Maintenance Schedule of Control Panel
Index

Periodicity Schedule Code

Fortnightly CP1
Monthly CP1
Quarterly CP1, CP2
Half Yearly CP2
Five Yearly CP3

Schedule Code: CP1

Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Fortnightly,
Sectional SSE/JE (Signal):Monthly,
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly
S.No. Check the Following
1. Physical checking & cleaning of Panel, Panel Buttons/knobs, LED Lamps, etc. Checking
for proper sealing of Emergency operation buttons.
2. Checking visually that Earthing connectivity to the Panel is intact.
3. Check visually all indications are illuminating properly. Check & ensure that all push
buttons and keys are functioning properly (not having stuck up tendency)
4. On opening back cover, wiring shall be in good laid out condition without any
openings to avoid entry of rodents.
Schedule Code: CP2
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Quartely,
SSE (Signal)/Incharge: Half yearly
1. Testing of all Panel counters (if not operated in last 3 months), Buzzers, SM’s Key.
2. Checking of all time delay and timers provided for approach locking, calling ON,
and CH release etc.
3. Check & ensure that all Audio-visual alarm/buzzers are functioning effectively.
4. Check & ensure that panel counters are functioning properly and tallying with
panel counter register
5. Check & ensure that setting of various timers is as per prescribed limit.
Schedule Code: CP3
Periodicity: SSE (Signal)/Incharge along with ASTE: Five yearly
1. System Integrity Test (SIT) for all circuits as per selection table and conflicting
movements.

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Para No 21.2.4 Annexure: 21-MS2
Maintenance Schedule of Relays & Relay Room
Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Monthly R1,R2
Quarterly R1, R2
Yearly R3

Schedule Code : R1
Periodicity: Technician (Signal): Monthly
Sectional SSE/JE(Signal):Monthly
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly
S.No. Check the following
1. Checking & cleaning of dust on relays
2. Working of Fans/AC’s & Electrical fittings to be checked.
3. Condition of windows & Main door to be checked.
Schedule Code: R2
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE : Monthly
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly
1. Plugging of holes to rodent entries in relay room.
2. Checking of Relay room double lock effectiveness
3. In cable rack far ends functional relay voltages to be measured and recorded.
4. Check for any rain water leakages.
5. Relay room Proximity switch for Relay room door to be checked.
6. Check the condition of Relay holding clip.
Schedule Code: R3
Periodicity: SSE(Signal)/Incharge - Yearly
1. Visual inspection of relays.
2. Accuracy of time delay circuit.
3. Sealing of relays are intact, effective and not tampered.
4. Checking of No label relays. Painting of nomenclature wherever required.
5. Cable Armour earth intactness and proper tinkering to be checked.
6. Proper bunching and lacing of relay wiring.
7. The relay to be checked for defects in respect of charring of contacts, dust
accumulation on contacts, corrosion/rusting of components, crack or breakage in
components, presence of fungus and ants inside the relay casing, charring of cover
near contacts in the case of plug-in-type relays, corrosion of label, absence or
tempering of seal, any other abnormal condition.

NOTE: (i) Effectiveness of anti-tilting arrangement on shelf-type relays (existing If any) to be

checked.
(ii) Overhauling is not more than 10-12 years old for track relays and 15 years for shelf
type line relays.
(iii) System Integrity Test (SIT) to be done once in five years.

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Para No. 21.5.1 Annexure: 21-MS3
Maintenance Schedule of Electronic Interlocking
Index
Periodicity Schedule Code
Monthly EI1
Quarterly EI1, EI2
Half Yearly EI2, EI3
Yearly EI3, EI4

Schedule Code: EI1

Periodicity : Technician(Signal): Monthly
Sectional SSE/JE (Signal): Monthly
SSE(Signal)/Incharge: Quarterly
S.No Check the following
1. Ensure all entries to EI room shall be suitably sealed to prevent entry of rodents, lizards,
insects etc. & equipment/Racks are free from Dust. Rodent Ultrasonic repellent
functioning to be ensured
2. All modules are free from rust, dirt & are inserted properly & all screws of cards are
tightened.
3. Cleanliness of room and equipment.
4. Visual checking of relays & its contact.
5. Checking of all fuses and its indication.
6. Visual checking of indication of switch.
7. Ensure identification labels/markers are intact for all the terminals.
8. Ensure that all the fittings in the racks are intact & adequately supported.
9. The Earthing wire & its connectivity tightness.
10. Checked unused slots are covered with blank plates in the housing.
11. Visual checking of all the indication on EI and sub-systems i.e. EI modules, VDU or
Panel.
12. Checking of relay room ventilation, condition of Exhaust fan, cooling arrangement,
and dust filters.
13. Voltage shall be checked at Test Points.
14. Ensure that VDUs & Maintenance Terminals shall not be loaded with external
applications/software.
15. Restart standby VDU PC, changeover working to this and then restart other VDU
PC (At every 15 days or early if VDU operation gets sluggish)
16. Changeover of EI system shall be done from Main to Hot Standby and vice-versa
once a month under supervision of sectional SSE/JE when there is no train
movement in the yard.

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Schedule Code: EI2
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE(Signal): Quarterly
SSE(signal): Half Yearly
1. Check System changeover and after changeover also keep in record. (Ensure that
the system starts functioning without affecting train operation)
2. Check Panel to VDU, VDU to VDU & VDU to Panel change over & ensure its
Working satisfactory. Check MT for its proper functioning.
3. Redundancy in communication, DC-DC Converter, working of both main and
standby fiber path etc. Redundancy of 110 V DC supply from IPS also to be
checked.
4. Taking back up of System logs and keep the same in the safe data storing devices.
Backup for last 3 months should be available in MT.
5. Clean-up the memory and temporary files from VDU PC as per instructions given in
OEM’s maintenance manual for optimum performance.
6. Check that all fuses provided are of as per approved circuits. Check all the fuses
visually for its proper working and by touching for overheating. Also check whether
spare fuses/terminals of all type are readily available at site.
7. Check that all earth connections are intact, of proper size wire and making good
contact & earth lead wire, nut connecting earth wires etc, are not corroded. Also
check that there is no damage to earth wire.
8. All cable terminations are tightened & properly connected.
Schedule Code: EI3
Periodicity: Sectional SSE/JE(signal):Half Yearly
SSE (signal)/incharge: Yearly
1. Testing of all panel & VDU counters, SM’s Key, all types of cancellations & emergency
crossover point operation.
2. Checking of parallelism of DC- DC converter supplying power to EI for load sharing.
3. Check that the Ladders are insulated from the Racks & walls. Ensure ladder is properly
earthed.
4. Availability of spares as per RDSO guidelines to be ensured as applicable to each make.
5. Checking & testing of Emergency crank handle.
Schedule Code: EI4
Periodicity: SSE (Signal): Yearly
1. Measure the earth resistance & it should be less than 1 ohm. To be measured
preferably before monsoon.
2. Checking of working of spare cards available at stations by plugging in standby
system.
3. Synchronization of EI clock time with Maintenance PC and Datalogger.
4. Condition of class A earth fittings and their pipes, supporting systems on the top of
building and its counters, if provided.

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5. Check the CRC and checksum and crosscheck with records And latest checksum
and CRC should be available on EI rack
6. Check that potential is not exceeding 0.5 V between "Positive to earth" and
"Negative to Earth”.

NOTE: (i) CRC to be verified if application software is loaded due to failure or any other reason.
(ii) Ensure that spare cards are wrapped in ESD sheets and opened in presence of OEM/core
group railway member.
(iii) An anti-static ESD (electro static discharge) wrist strap band should be worn before
touching any EI equipment during maintenance.
(iv) Competency certificate to Technician (Signal) for EI shall be issued by Zonal Training
Centres.
(v) The available spare CPU card shall be readily loaded with application logic with same CRC
of the concerned station and kept ready for replacement during failure. Station name &
CRC shall be pasted on the card to avoid wrong insertion.
(vi) System Integrity Test (SIT) to be done once in five year.

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Technical Data for Mechanical Signalling
(Mechanical Signalling and Interlocking Equipment-Specification No RDSO/IRS: S10-78 Rev 8)
(Electric Key Transmitter Rotary Type- (Tentative)-Specification No RDSO/IRS: S 21/2001)
(Double Wire Rotary Detector (Vertical Type)-Specification No RDSO/IRS: S 29-64)
(Electric Point Detector-N0 RDSO/IRS: S: 29-64 S 49-74)

A. PARAMETERS OF REVERSER AND LEVER LOCK

Name of the Normal Working Working Coil

Remarks
Equipment Voltage Current Resistance

Lever Lock ------------

12 V DC ---- 4.5 
(IRS) Type
Minimum Working voltage is
Electric Signal 7.5 V DC.
12 V DC
Reverser 17 - 20 mA 600 
(7.5 Volts Min.) At every 15 days coil terminals
(Style B)
to be interchanged.

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Technical Data for Cable
(PVC Insulated Cables & Wires for Indian Railway Signalling (Tentative) - Specification No
RDSO/IRS: S 76-89)
(PVC Insulated indoor cables for Railway signalling -- Specification No RDSO/IRS: S 76-89)
(PVC Insulated aluminium screened cables for Railway Signalling - Specification NO
RDSO/IRS: S-35-93)
(PVC Insulated Underground, Unscreened Cable for Railway Signalling - Specification No
RDSO/IRS: S 63/2014 Revision 4)

A. INSULATION

Applicable for power cable only Applicable for Signalling Cable only
The insulation resistance of each core The insulation resistance (In Dry Condition)
shall not be less than 5.0 Mega-Ohm of each core shall not be less than 10.0
perkilo meter at 50° C. Mega-Ohm per kilo meter at 50° C and
insulation resistance (In Wet Condition)
shall not be less than 7.5 Mega-Ohm per
kilo meter at 50° C for cable conductor sizes
up to 2.5 sq. mm. For cable conductorsizes
more than 2.5 sq. mm, the insulation
resistance (Dry and Wet Condition) shall be
5 Mega ohms/Km at 50° C.

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Technical Data for Track Circuit
(Track feed battery charger- Specification No RDSO/IRS/S 89 – 2013 Version 1.0)
(Channel Pins (For Bonding Track Circuiting Wires)- Specification No RDSO /IRS: S 17-75
Revision 3)
(Choke Coil For Signal Rail Track Circuits ON 25 KV 50 Hz Ac Electrified Section. (Tentative)
Specification No RDSO /IRS: S 65 – 1983)

A. NON-RE: Typical Parameters of D.C Track Circuits

Resistance of Track Relay PU PU
Type of Cells at
Type of Relay (L= Length of the Track Voltage Current
TC Feed end
Circuit) Approx Approx
DC TC Non ACI shelf For L < 100 Mts. → 9 Ω 1 cell (2 V) 0.4 V 40 mA
for type For L > 100 Mts. → 2.25 Ω 1 cell (2 V) 0.2 V 80 mA
Non-RE
Non ACI Plug in For L < 100 Mts. → 9 Ω 1 cell (2 V) 1.4 V 150 mA
Type (QT2) For L > 100 Mts. → 4 Ω 2 cells (4 V) 0.5 V 125 mA

B. RE AREA: Typical Parameters of DC Track Circuits

Track PU PU
Type of Type of Track
Relay Cells at Feed end Voltage Current
TC Relay
Resistance Approx Approx
DC ACI Shelf type 9Ω 1 cell (2 V) 0.68 V 72 mA
Single ACI Plug in 2 cells up to < 100 Meters
9Ω 1.4 V 140 mA
Rail Type QTA2 3 cells > 100 Meters
Track 2 cells up to < 100Meters.
circuit – ACI Plug in 3 cells > 100 Meters to
AC RE 9Ω 1.75 V 175 mA
Type QBAT 450 Meters.
Area
4 cells up to 750 Meters

C. Maximum and Minimum excitation level for track relays

Subject Under Conditions Track Relay Voltage VR
Minimum Max leakage (RB  Not less than 125% of rated PU voltage for all
Excitation at Minimum) & Minimum Track Relays except QBAT.
Track Relay Battery voltage  Not less than 122% of rated PU voltage for QBAT
Maximum Min Leakage (RB  Not more than 250% of rated PU voltage for
Excitation at Maximum), Rr Shelf Type Track Relay
Track Relay Minimum and Fully  Not more than 300% of rated PU voltage for Plug
charged Battery in Type Track Relay except QBAT
voltage  Not more than 235% of rated PU voltage for
QBAT
Dropping of Irrespective of RB
Track Relay conditions, with the
 Not more than 85% of rated DA voltage
application of TSR =
0.5 Ω

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Technical Data for Block Instruments
(Double Line Block Instrument Specification No IRS: S IRS: S 22/2016 Version 1.0)
(Push Button Type Single Line Tokenless Block Instrument (Tentative) Serial No S 32-66)
(Single Line Tokenless Block Instrument Handle Type (Tentative) Serial No. S 98-2001)

A. BLOCK SIGNALLING TLBI (FM & PB TYPES)

Feature FM Handle type Push button Instrument
Bell -Ve on L1 +Ve on L1
TCF +Ve, Carrier and 85 Hz - + -
TGT +Ve, Carrier and 65 Hz - - +
TOL Carrier and 65 Hz - - -
Line closed +Ve, Carrier and 85 Hz - + +
Shunt Key Is in-built and provided by the Shunt key is not in-built and
manufacturer not provided by the
manufacturer
Appears in sending and receiving Appears in sending and
TOL Indication
instruments receiving instruments
Sounds at both sending and Sounds intermittently at the
TOL Buzzer
receiving instruments receiving end only.
Authority to
OFF aspect of LSS OFF aspect of LSS
proceed
Bell coil resistance 310 ohm 200 ohm
Shunt key can be In Line closed and TGT- TOL
In Line closed and TGT position
extracted position
Shunt key when Locks the Block handle Makes the instrument
taken out mechanically inoperative electrically.
Since having some mechanical parts
Not required since it is
P.O.H overhauling is required and it is 7
purely relay interlocking.
years.
A block handle which is having
Pressing different Knobs for
Operated By three positions TCF, TGT & Line
different operations
closed
No drain circuit
It is not there It is there
feature
Push back S2 Knob is provided for push back
No Knob is provided
normalization normalization
Galvo Provided Not Provided

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B. SINGLE LINE TOKEN & DLBI
Feature Double Line
Types of token configuration No Token
Used for Only for Double line
Separate Indication for Up & Down line (TGTK/TCFK)
TCF/TGT Coil
140 Ohms, 25 mA, 2.4 V
Galvo Not applicable
Polarised Relay 77  25 mA 1.8 V
Authority to proceed Last stop signal
Bell coil Separate Bell coil & bell relay are available
Bell coil Bell Relay
60  500 
200 mA 24 mA
Door lock coil 50  , 240 mA
Manufacturer Podanur, Byculla & Howrah
No. of Position for Block
Line closed, Line clear & TOL
Handle
Handle lock in Only in TOL Position if it brought from line clear position
TGT lock picks up Not applicable
TCF lock picks up Not applicable
TOL Lock or Door lock coil Picks up release the block handle to line closed
P.O.H Once in 07 years
P.O.H of PR With the instrument

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Technical Data for Colour Light Signal
(LED Signal Lighting Units For Railway Signalling Specification No RDSO/SPN/153/2011
Revision: 4.1)

A. PARAMETERS OF LED SIGNALS

Route Shunt
Co-ON
S No Parameter Main Signal Lighting Lighting
signal
unit unit
1 Rated voltage at 110 V AC +25 % 110 V AC 110 V AC 110 V AC
Input terminals ± 20% ± 20% ± 20%
Current Regulator
2 Current at rated 140 mA +10%, 150 mA 25 mA 55 mA
voltage per unit at -20% +10%, ± 5% ±
Input terminals of (rms) * -20% (rms) 5%
Current Regulator (rms) (rms)
3 Illumination 150 175 150 50 LUX 50 LUX 30 LUX
measured at 1.5 m LUX LUX LUX –10% -10% -10%
from LED Signal –10% –10% –10% +40% +40% +40%
Lighting Unit in + 40% +40% +40%
axial direction at
rated voltage
Lunar
4 Colour Red Yellow Green Yellow Lunar white
White

Note: (i) * Input current shall be within the specified tolerance limits in all design conditions of
lighting except for non-blanking failure mode.

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Technical Data for Electrical Point Detector (EPD)
(Electric point detector Specification No IRS/S 49 – 74 with amendment 1-90)

A. ELECTRICAL POINT DETECTOR

S No Parameter Range
1. Width of notch of point detection slide 15 mm
2. Throw of the lock detection slide 32 mm
3. Width of the lock detection slide 25 mm
4. Clearance between signal slide and point slide 12 mm
5. Section of signal slide 38 X 12 mm
6. Depth of signal slide notch 12 mm
7. Section of point and lock slide 50 X 12 mm
8. Size of the notch of signal slide 27 X 12 mm
9. Size of the notch of the point slide 15 X 12 mm
10. Clearance are available between signal slide and point
3 mm
slide when signal slide is normal

B. DETECTION CONTACTS
S NORMAL REVERSE
POSITION OF POINT ND RD
No SHUNT SHUNT
1. POINT NOT SET &/OR NOT LOCKED OPEN OPEN MAKE MAKE
2. POINT SET & LOCKED IN NORMAL MAKE OPEN MAKE OPEN
3. POINT SET &/ LOCKED IN REVERSE OPEN MAKE OPEN MAKE

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Technical Data for Electrically Operated Points
(Motors For Electric Point Machine Specification No IRS: S 37/1982 Revision 1.0 With
Amendments 1, 2 & 3)
(Thick Web Switch RDSO Drawing No RDSO/S-3454 ALT –A Ver.1.0 for 60 kg rail and
RDSO/S-3455 for 52 kg rail)

A. PARAMETERS OF DIFFERENT ELECTRICAL POINT MACHINE

PARAMETER IRS IRS (CLAMP TYPE)
Rated voltage 110 V DC 110 V DC
Current consumption <4.5 Amp. <5.5 Amp
Stroke of the Point Machine 143 mm+2 220 mm +4/-1
Operating time (Max.) 4.0sec 5.0 sec
Sleeper spacing Nos,3&4 Centre of
685 mm 745 mm
hole of chair plate
OpeningofSwitches 115 160
Clearance at JOH (switch Open
NA 60±3 mm
condition)
Clearance at JOH (switch closed
NA 0-10 mm
condition)
The clearance between top edge of
at least 1.5 mm but not
stretcher bar and bottom of the ------------
more than 3.0mm
stock rail shall be
ballast Clearance below rail bottom
50 mm 50 mm
is 50 mm
Gauge testing (ahead of actual toe
150 mm 150 mm
of switch)
Oiling Pour 100 cc lubricating Pour oil –BP Energer
oil SAE 30 through oil SHF 48 or ServoSystem-
inlet (Provided on there 32throughthe oil inlet.
induction gear box) into
the oil reservoir.
Periodicity of oiling At the time of installation and after 10,000
operations or at 6 month’s interval whichever
isearlier.

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Technical Data for Key Locked Checking Relay/Electric Key Transmitter
(KLCR/EKT)
[Electric Key Transmitter Rotary Type (Tentative) Specification No IRS: S 21/2001 Revision 1.0]

A. PARAMETERS OF RKT/EKT

Name of the Working Coil

Normal Working Voltage
Equipment Current Resistance

Rotary Key 3.75 V DC + Line Voltage Drop,

Transmitter use appropriate resistance as min. 12 volt 350 mA 12.5 
(RKT) only available.

B. CONTACT SPRING ASSEMBLY POSTION

Contact spring (Finger) Contact spring (Finger)
Key Position Position at transmitting Position at receiving
END END
1. When key is “IN” and 1&2, 3&4 1&2, 3&4
locked
2. When key is “IN” and 1&2, 3&5 1&2, 3&4
locked and turn to
RHS forcefully.
3. When key is OUT at 1&2, 3&4 All contacts open
receiving end

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Published by:
Indian Railways Institute of Signal Engineering and Telecommunications, Secunderabad

For Government of India, Ministry of Railways (Railway Board), New Delhi