Technical Details
E.636 are very simple locomotives. Most functions of the main command circuit are accomplished through various relays and contactors. In case of failure the train driver could easily fix them to at least free the tracks; also, especially in last years of their service, E.636s were the first locomotives that the new train drivers studied during their training courses, due to their simple working mechanics.
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