Blower is usually operated by a valve. When open, it releases steam from the {{pll|Boiler|boiler}} around the chimney area. This creates vacuum, pulling in air into the firebox. This is used when a vehicle is stationary. Having the blower open while {{pll|Throttle|accelerating}} is {{pll|Driving Efficiency|wasteful}} however, because the acceleration airflow is vastly superior to blower.
Blower is usually operated by a valve. When open, it releases steam from the {{pll|Boiler|boiler}} to the chimney. This creates some vacuum in the firebox, drawing in fresh air. However, since this airflow is vastly inferior to acceleration airflow, the blower is only {{pll|Driving Efficiency|efficient}} to use when stationary.
Revision as of 13:18, 12 March 2025
Blower is usually operated by a valve. When open, it releases steam from the boiler to the chimney. This creates some vacuum in the firebox, drawing in fresh air. However, since this airflow is vastly inferior to acceleration airflow, the blower is only efficient to use when stationary.
