Forney Steam Loco
THE PROTOTYPE
Forney locomotives were popular on
American short lines during the late
19th century. The twin-axle truck
under the cab made them run
smoothly and track well around
curves. Their special ability to run in
reverse simplified operations and
eliminated the need for turntables or
wyes. A few Forneys are still in use at
theme parks and tourist railways, for
example in Disneyland.
THE MODEL
This detailed replica features:
- weather-resistant construction
- opening cab doors
- interface for installation of DCC
- four-way power control switch
- protected gearbox with seven-pole
Bühler motor
- four powered wheels
- one traction tire
- eight power pickups
- voltage stabilization circuit
- smoke generator
- automatic directional lanterns
- one multi-purpose socket with
circuit breaker
- length: 415 mm (16.3in)
- weight: 3560 g (7.8 lb)
THE PROGRAM
This LGB model is part of the com-
plete LGB program of more than 600
quality G-scale trains, track sections
and accessories. To learn more about
the many other products in the LGB
program, see the big LGB catalog or
visit www.lgb.com
OPERATION
Operating Modes
This model has a four-way power
control switch mounted inside the
cab (Fig. 1, 2):
Position 0: All power off
Position 1: Power to lights and
smoke generator
Position 2: Power to motors, lights
and smoke generator
Position 3: Same as Position 1
(factory pre-set)
Attention: Do not connect this model
to other loco models with different
starting characteristics. This can
damage the internal gearing.
Multi-Train System
The model is equipped with a digital
interface to connect a 3 amp DCC
decoder (Fig. 7). Remove the plug on
the decoder interface and connect
the decoder.
Lighting
This model features directional light-
ing. The model has a "flat" multi-pur-
pose socket, with a removable cover,
on the rear of the coal box (Fig. 3).
This socket can be used to provide
track power to LGB cars with lighting
or sound electronics.
To remove the cover of the socket,
pull it straight out. If the cover is
tight, gently use a small straight
screwdriver to pry it out. (Do not pull
out the rectangular outer housing.)
Smoke Generator
This model is equipped with a smoke
generator. A small supply of LGB
Smoke and Cleaning Fluid is included
with this model. For best operation,
fill the generator halfway with fluid. If
the generator is overfilled, it will not
convert the fluid into smoke.
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