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Congratulations!

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ou’re now the proud owner of the

Lionel Christmas Train O-27 train set.

Everything you need to get started is includ-
ed. You’re already off to a great start by
reading this instruction manual. It has
important information on train setup and
operation. This booklet also covers proper

maintenance procedures to help your Lionel
trains live long, healthy lives.

If you have any questions after reading

this booklet, contact your nearest Lionel
Authorized Service Center shown on the list
included on a separate flyer in this set. 

And have fun!

Table of contents

Track layout

Getting started

3

Suggested track layouts

3

Joining the track sections

4

Attaching the lockon to the track

5

Controller operations

Stripping the wire

6

Attaching the wires to the lockon 

6

Controller functions

7

Controller and short circuits

8

Train operation

Reverse unit procedure

9

Tire-Traction

10

Coupling

10

Maintaining and servicing your set

Lubricating your 4-4-2 locomotive

11

Adding smoke fluid to your 4-4-2’s smoke generator

12

Replacing your 4-4-2’s headlamp

13

Preparing your Musical Boxcar

14

Notes

15

Limited Warranty/Lionel Service

16

Summary of Contents for Christmas Train

Page 1: ...1944 250 4 01 CAUTION ELECTRICTOY NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER EIGHTYEARS OFAGE ASWITH ALL ELECTRIC PRODUCTS PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE OBSERVED DURING HANDLINGANDUSETOREDUCETHERISKOFELECTRICSHOCK TR...

Page 2: ...rvice Center shown on the list included on a separate flyer in this set And have fun Table of contents Track layout Getting started 3 Suggested track layouts 3 Joining the track sections 4 Attaching t...

Page 3: ...are correct The parts list below will tell you what s included and the correct quantities If you find any discrepancies contact the dealer you purchased your set from for more information or call Lion...

Page 4: ...section If the openings become too open causing the track to fit loosely pinch the rail together around a track pin with a pair of pliers If any pins fall out of the track and are missing replace the...

Page 5: ...ng contact to the middle rail 2 The lockon connects power from your controller to the track Attaching the lockon to the track is quick and easy First place the lockon under any straight section of tra...

Page 6: ...pack into the back of your controller and plug the other end into a standard outlet Plug this end into back of controller Stripping the wire Plug power pack into standard wall outlet Make sure that t...

Page 7: ...to the green the knob must be turned before it will operate the locomotive The yellow band indicates the average power range that the train will be operating in The red band represents maximum power o...

Page 8: ...bare wires The axles of a derailed car or locomotive are the most frequent cause of short circuits so make sure that all wheels are properly set on the rails Some other causes of short circuits might...

Page 9: ...witch is thrown to the OFF position the locomotive will be locked in the next mode of operation in the sequence For instance if the locomo tive is moving forward then is stopped and the switch is thro...

Page 10: ...s After you have assembled the track place the locomotive and rolling stock on the track Before coupling the cars make sure the wheels are properly set on the rails When coupling your cars at least on...

Page 11: ...icate a small amount will do and avoid getting grease or oil on the 4 4 2 s wheels contact rollers or your track You ll know your 4 4 2 requires lubrica tion when visual inspection reveals dryness on...

Page 12: ...smoke production wanes add more fluid 4 to 8 drops An idle locomotive will not smoke NOTE Always keep a small amount of smoke fluid in the locomotive s smoke gener ator the generator s element can bec...

Page 13: ...tion Pull the lamp straight out and replace it with Lionel part no 600 0161 300 available from your nearest Lionel Authorized Service Center or from Lionel Service Be careful not to twist the lamp or...

Page 14: ...nside the doors and place the bat tery in clip shown below To play slide switch on the bottom of the car Operating your Musical Boxcar Gently pull away from body so that slots at the side of the boxca...

Page 15: ...NOTES 15...

Page 16: ...ou specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state Instructions for Obtaining Service If service for this Lionel L L C product is required bring the item along with...

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