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dynamic grid failure

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on

When a dynamic brake is applied, the traction motors convert to generators which produe electrical current that is routed to a resistor grid on the locamotive. This resistor grid resembles a larg toaster element and its location on an engive varies but is typically vented out the top of the locomotive car body.

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