VCU Reset Modification

Object
• In case of Transient failures to bring back the isolated
subsystem to service, normally Loco Pilots switch OFF/ON
Control Electronics through BL key. With this procedure
there is loss of punctuality due to discharge/recharge of BP
pressure in the whole train/rake formation.
• To avoid such cases, provision of “MCE Reset/VCU Reset”
Push button switch (161) to de-energise 218 (Contactor for
Control electronics) has been done in SB1 panel./D panel
of both cabs .
 Reset switches provision
LGD Locos Reset switch available RPM locos Reset switch provided in
in SB1 panel D panel of Both cabs
Instructions for Resetting VCU through VCU Reset Switch

• Loco is equipped with “VCU Reset Switch” which is

located in D-panel of each Cab in place of Vigilance
Push Button (BPVG) near ALP side or in SB1 panel.

• In case of transient faults don’t reset the CEL through

BL key, else BP will drop.

• In case of WAG9 Locos (except LGD Shed), VCU Reset

Switch should be operated only after stopping the
train so as to avoid the application of parking brake
while on run.
 Instructions for Resetting VCU through VCU Reset Switch

• To reset VCU through VCU Reset Switch, trip VCB and

lower Pantograph.

• Press VCU Reset Push Button Switch for 5 – 8 seconds.

(BP will not exhausted) and 20 sec in case of TCN VCU
(CDAC) identified by FLG1 : 1007/1008 or higher
version Software .

• Once VCU Reset Switch is pressed, ensure Display gets

rebooted and nodes start progressing. (FLG 0 – 504)
Instructions for Resetting VCU through VCU Reset Switch

• VCU Reset Switch can be operated even during coasting of Locomotive.

• Normal Pneumatic Braking Operation through A9 & SA9 can be carried

out (Brake Electronics remains in service). It ensures safe working of the
train under all circumstances.

• VCU Reset Switch can be used only for transient fault. If the fault is
permanent, then first isolate the subsystem through MCB or Cut-Out
Switch and then VCU Reset Switch operation should be done.
Provision of ECPSW (Emergency Compressor
Switch)
Provision of ECPSW (Emergency Compressor
Switch)
• Whenever HBB2 Processor fails, compressors do
not work in “Äuto mode”.
• In this case, LP has to operate BLCP to MAN
position (spring loaded) every time.
• To avoid this, a rotating switch ECPSW
(Emergency Compressor Switch) is provided in
SB1 panel.
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