The Rules state the marker only needs to be lit from 1 hour before dusk to 1 hour after dawn, and when visibility is less then 1/4 mile.
Now adays, EOTs are equipped with photocells, that light the marker at the appropriate times.
Nick
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Thanks.
I believe you'll find that they only light up after dark. Electric eye and all...
Larry Resident Microferroequinologist (at least at my house) Everyone goes home; Safety begins with you My Opinion. Standard Disclaimers Apply. No Expiration Date Come ride the rails with me! There's one thing about humility - the moment you think you've got it, you've lost it...
I watched a long BNSF grain tarin go through our town last Saturday. It was snowing lightly and I was enjoying the sight and sound of cars on jointed rail. After the last car passed, I noticed that FRED was not lit or flasing. Is this legalm or was it some kind of malfuncion. It was morning (about 11 am.)
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