R = required, O = optional

1. R Sit in the driver seat For AI trains, simplified physics and driving is used. By sitting in the driver seat you tell the game engine you want to drive this train. In timetable mode this is the normal way to proceed, but you also can take control in the yards.
2. R Check engine run is On (This is the case at Sandpatch, but not at the SJF Route)
3. R Check Control & Fuel Pump is (On This is the case at Sandpatch, but not at the SJF Route)
4. R Set Generator Field On This is a new step for TSW2
5. R Set the Cut-Off valve to Freight This is a new step for TSW2
6. R Set the MU Valve to Lead or Dead This is a new step for TSW2, this valve is at the back of the centre unit just above the floor
7. R Insert the Reverser handle
8. R Set the independent brake to full application (This prevents the train from rolling when you release the train brakes)
9. O Set the reverser to idle
10. R Release the automatic brakes This may take some time, 5 minutes is realistic! Observe the Brake pressure to rise till 89
11. O Turn on the head lights
12. O Turn on the ditch lights
13. O Turn on the instrument lights
14. O Check the handbrake is released You normally do not need to do this - wheel on the short nose for the SD40
15. O Sound the horn twice
16. R Apply some power, notch 2 or 3 should do
17. R When you see the ammeter rises, gradually release the independent brake. It may take some time before the train starts moving. This depends on train weight. Be patient!
18. O Apply sand when needed If you start on a grade you may need to apply

1. MU-2A valve set to Trail 6 or 26
2. Cut-out valve set to cut out.
3. Auto-brake handle set to handle off
4. Dynamic and independent brake fully released.

1. Check run isolation switch is off/start (rear wall)
2. Open fuse cabinet and turn on main breaker. Check all other circuit breaker switches are on.
3. Sit in seat. Make sure engine run, gen field and fuel pump are off.
4. Open door behind driver seat and walk to the door next to the window with a sticker and unlatch.
5. Open engine bay doors.
6. Turn switch to left for 5 seconds to prime.
7. Turn switch to right and release to start engine - it will take about 10 seconds to kick over.
8. Close and latch doors and return to cab.
9. Set isolation switch to run.
10. Sit in seat and turn engine run, gen field and fuel pump on.
11. Cut in brakes to freight mode and set MU-2A valve to lead or dead.
12. Go to short end hood and release hand brake - it can get stuck in a sound loop. I tried again after driving off and it cleared.