Summary
An instruction plate for the use of bye-pass (or bypass) valves on a locomotive.
Physical Description
Rectangular aluminium plate with black painted background. Some surface stains and scratches. Four holes at each corner.
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Acquisition Information
Bequest from Mr Eric Quinlan, 15 Dec 1995
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Date Made
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Inscriptions
Front: " BYE-PASS VALVES : INSTRUCTIONS / DURING PREPARATION BYE-PASS STEAM / VALVE MUST BE CLOSED. / AFTER AT LEAST TWELVE REVOLUTIONS / OF THE WHEELS WHEN MOVING OFF, OPEN / BYE-PASS STEAM VALVE AND LEAVE OPEN / WHEN STABLING, CLOSE THE BYE-PASS / STEAM VALVE. "
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Overall Dimensions
177 mm (Width), 1 mm (Depth), 95 mm (Height)
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