149. Q. If the brake pipe connection to the distributing valve breaks, what should be done?
A. Plug the end from the brake pipe; the locomotive brake must now be released by placing the independent valve in release position.
150. Q. If the brake pipe connection to the distributing valve breaks and is plugged, can the locomotive brake be operated?
A. The independent brake may be applied and released in the usual manner, but the automatic brake will be lost for service braking.
TYPE K TRIPLE VALVE
151. Q. On what is this type of triple valve designed to operate?
A. On freight equipment cars only.
152. Q. Explain the operation of the "K" triple valve.
