Driving
The train is controlled via a combined power handle: when the driver pulls forward it increases power, and when the driver pushes back it increases braking effort. Traction power is interlocked with the doors, meaning the train will not move until the doors are fully closed.
The trains are equipped with AWS - Automatic Warning System. An audible warning is made when approaching a signal. For green signals it is a "ding". All other signals (red, yellow, flashing yellow, green with turnout) produce a buzz which continues to sound until acknowledged by the driver by pressing a button. A cab indicator can show a black disk or a yellow and black "exploding" disk, known as the "AWS sunflower. AWS only intervenes on a red signal when an acknowledgement is not made.
The cabin is offset to the left of the train facing outwards. On the opposite side is a seat for two, which is for staff when the cab is occupied. Cabins are accessed via the interior. Two doors separate the cab from the passengers. When in the middle of a consist, the double-seat is accessible for passengers, but the direct cab door is locked.
Cabins are activated by key. Activation switches off the ceiling lights in the cab (to reduce glare at night) and activates the gauges.
Door control buttons are fitted in the driver's cab, as well as a PA microphone and switch for making announcements. For large sets, 1 or 2 PSAs (Passenger Service Assistants or guards) assist from the last car, operating the doors from a panel next to the door. During driver-only operation, the driver is also required to deploy a portable ramp for wheelchairs.
Drivers can watch boarding activity via a mirror on the left side of the cabin and a closed-circuit TV with the camera being on the right side of the front of the car facing to the rear. Cameras are located on every car. Each station contains a curved mirror, except for the stations Adelaide and Mawson Lakes.
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