49 CFR § 236.506 Rules, Standards, and Instructions Governing the Installation, Inspection, Maintenance, and Repair of Signal and Train Control Systems, Devices, and Appliances

§ 236.506 Release of brakes after automatic application.

Current through Sep 25, 2026 · Read all of Part 236

The automatic train stop or train control apparatus shall prevent release of the brakes after automatic application until a reset device has been operated, or the speed of the train has been reduced to a predetermined rate, or the condition that caused the brake application no longer affects the movement of the train. If reset device is used it shall be arranged so that the brakes cannot be released until the train has been stopped, or it shall be located so that it cannot be operated by engineman without leaving his accustomed position in the cab.

← § 236.505 Proper operative relation between parts along roadway and parts on locomotive.§ 236.507 Brake application; full service. →