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Operating and servicing your set
LUBRICATING YOUR LOCOMOTIVE
T
he life and performance of the locomotive depends to a considerable extent upon proper
care and lubrication of the motor and other moving parts. Since your locomotive might
have been stored on the dealer’s shelves for some time, be sure to lubricate it according to
Figure 3 on page 8 before running it for the first time. Lubricate carefully but never to excess.
A small amount of oil or lubricant, properly applied, goes a long way. Be careful not to get any
oil or lubricant on the running surfaces of the wheels or on the rails, or your locomotive will
lose traction and do not lubricate locomotive rollers.
The motor of this locomotive requires occasional lubrication with a few drops of light
machine oil. See page 10.
A complete Lubrication and Maintenance Kit No. 927 (6-62927) which contains all the
material and equipment necessary to keep your outfit in top notch condition may be obtained
from your authorized Lionel dealer or service station.