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Steam Locomotive Driver's Manual Andrew Charman

Steam Locomotive Driver's Manual von Andrew Charman

Steam Locomotive Driver's Manual Andrew Charman


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Zusammenfassung

It is often said that steam locomotives appear to be living machines, casting a spell over spectators young and old, from lifelong steam enthusiasts to those witnessing live steam for the first time. This illustrated manual provides practical insight into the hard work, knowledge and skills required to safely drive a steam loco.

Steam Locomotive Driver's Manual Zusammenfassung

Steam Locomotive Driver's Manual: The step-by-step guide to preparing, firing and driving a steam locomotive Andrew Charman

It is often said that steam locomotives appear to be living machines, casting a spell over spectators young and old, from lifelong steam enthusiasts to those witnessing live steam for the first time. This extensively illustrated manual provides a fascinating practical insight into the hard work, knowledge and skills required to safely drive a steam loco. The unique Haynes Manual approach, marrying the engaging text with step-by-step photographs and fascinating illustrations, puts the reader firmly on the footplate to experience the raw power and energy of a steam locomotive in action.

Über Andrew Charman

Andrew Charman is an experienced journalist and lifelong railway enthusiast with an extensive knowledge of the steam locomotive scene. He is currently taking a training course to qualify as a driver on a heritage steam railway. As well as his own extensive knowledge of the scene, he is calling on the experience of around a dozen former British Railway locomen.

Inhaltsverzeichnis

An innovative approach to the subject, explaining each area of a locomotive and its practical operation from the perspective of the railwayman roles - cleaner, fireman and driver. Types of locomotive and how they work - boiler, cylinders, valve gear, brakes. The cleaner - cleaning and lubrication. The fireman - lighting up, fireman's cab controls, adding water, types and shapes of fire, coupling-up, duties on the road, end-of-day duties. The driver - from fireman to driver, dawn duties, driver's cab controls, driving procedure, types of journey, understanding signals, end-of-day duties. Appendices detailing emergencies and faults, a study of different loco footplates, where to find steam today, useful contacts.

Zusätzliche Informationen

GOR007616586
9781844259427
1844259420
Steam Locomotive Driver's Manual: The step-by-step guide to preparing, firing and driving a steam locomotive Andrew Charman
Gebraucht - Sehr Gut
Gebundene Ausgabe
Haynes Publishing Group
20150330
176
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