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OPERATION
After unpacking the locomotive, make sure that the uncoupling plunger is in the correct position with the pin inserted in
the knuckle (see figure 1). Failure to do so will allow the uncoupling plunger to contact the center rail and a direct short
will occur when power is applied to the track. We recommend using an AC hobby transformer with maximum voltage
output of 18 VAC and a wattage rating of
at least 90 watts
.
Throttle Control
The throttle control will allow you to operate your train at a wide range of speeds. Slowly turn the control knob until you
are familiar with the response of the locomotive that you are operating. Please note that our sound systems require 6 volts
or greater to operate correctly.
Horn Operation
To operate the horn of your locomotive, simply depress the horn /whistle button on your transformer. Our True Blast™
Horns will play a 6 second sequence one time.
Bell Operation
To operate the bell on your locomotive, press and hold the bell button for one second. To stop the bell, press and hold the
button for one second.
Direction Control
Williams reverse units sequence FORWARD, NEUTRAL, REVERSE, NEUTRAL, and again FOWARD. To sequence
the reverse board, simply depress and hold the direction button, release the button 1 second after the train has come to a
complete stop.
PLEASE NOTE:
If you do not wait for your train to come to a complete stop the reverse unit may not
always sequence properly. After approximately 7 seconds without power, the reverse board will reset to FORWARD.
Uncoupling
This locomotive is equipped with operating knuckle couplers at both ends. To uncouple, position the uncoupling plunger
over the center of electro-magnetic track uncoupling section and activate the magnet.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Disassembly Instructions
For periodic maintenance, you will have to remove the body shell and motor trucks to gain access to the parts that require
servicing. The body shell is attached with four screws on the bottom of the locomotive frame. The screws are located in
each corner of the frame. After removing the body shell, unscrew the truck mounting screw shown in figure 1. This will
allow you to disengage the motor from the truck assembly. When servicing is complete re-attach the motor to the truck.
Make sure the worm gear is meshing with the truck gear before tightening the mounting screw completely. You can test
this by rotating the flywheel on top of the motor and the wheels on the truck will turn. Re-attach body shell using care not
to over-tighten the screws.
Lubrication
We recommend that you lubricate as directed on page 1 every 10 hours of operation. In addition, you also should check
the motor gearbox every 25 hours. After gaining access to the gearbox as instructed above, you can inspect the gears and
apply any necessary lubrication. We recommend Bachmann E-Z Lube® #99982 Grease, or equivalent.
Traction Tire Replacement
Our traction tires are very durable and should not need replacing very frequently. They should last hundreds of hours
under normal conditions. If they wear out prematurely, check to make sure your track joints are tight. Gaps in your track
can cause damage to the tires. To replace the traction tires follow the disassembly instructions above. Next remove the
two screws that attach each sideframe. Remove old tire if present, clean wheel groove with any degreasing agent
making
sure to follow the safety and handling instructions on the degreasing agent’s bottle
. Wipe dry with paper towel or
clean rag. Stretch the new traction tire over the wheel making sure that it does not twist and seats smoothly in the wheel
groove. Re-attach the sideframes and re-assemble as directed above.
Light Bulb Replacement
This locomotive uses a 12 volt bayonet style bulb. The standard replacement bulb number is 53.
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