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CAUTION–

ELECTRICALLY OPERATED PRODUCT. NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER EIGHT YEARS OF
AGE. AS WITH ALL ELECTRIC PRODUCTS, PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE OBSERVED DURING HANDLING

AND USE TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK. TRANSFORMER RATING-INPUT: 120 VAC; 60 HZ, OUPTPU: 12 VOC; 30 VA

71-1000-250

7/06

Lionel

Holiday Tradition Express

Owner’s Manual

71-1000-250

7/06

Lionel

Holiday Tradition Express

Owner’s Manual

CAUTION–

ELECTRICALLY OPERATED PRODUCT. NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER EIGHT YEARS OF
AGE. AS WITH ALL ELECTRIC PRODUCTS, PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE OBSERVED DURING HANDLING

AND USE TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK. TRANSFORMER RATING-INPUT: 120 VAC; 60 HZ, OUPTPU: 12 VOC; 30 VA

Summary of Contents for Holiday Tradition Express

Page 1: ...T 120 VAC 60 HZ OUPTPU 12 VOC 30 VA 71 1000 250 7 06 Lionel Holiday Tradition Express Owner s Manual 71 1000 250 7 06 Lionel Holiday Tradition Express Owner s Manual CAUTION ELECTRICALLY OPERATED PRODUCT NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER EIGHT YEARS OF AGE AS WITH ALL ELECTRIC PRODUCTS PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE OBSERVED DURING HANDLING AND USE TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK TRANSFORMER RATING INPUT 120 VA...

Page 2: ... AC wall transformer The transformer included with this set should be periodically examined for conditions that may result in the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons such as damage to the output cord blades housing or other parts In the event that such conditions exist the transformer should not be used until properly repaired Locomotive Elf on locomotive pilot Elf engineer Lighted wr...

Page 3: ...boose 12 Maintenance and lubrication 13 Troubleshooting 14 Notes 15 Limited Warranty Lionel Service 16 The following Lionel marks may be used throughout this instruction manual and are protected under law All rights reserved Lionel TrainMaster Odyssey RailSounds CrewTalk TowerCom DynaChuff StationSounds Pullmor ElectroCoupler Magne Traction CAB 1 Remote Controller PowerMaster Lionel ZW ZW PowerHou...

Page 4: ...ect assembly If the rail openings have become enlarged and fit together loosely pinch the rail around a track pin with a pair of pliers If any pins fall out of the track be sure to replace them The rails should be kept clean dry and free from oil and grease Remove corrosion and dirt spots with any commercial non abrasive metal polishing pad to keep your track in top condition Wipe the track with a...

Page 5: ... track sections to form a simple circle Extended Circle Build a circle but insert one straight section between every three curve sections The extended circle is like a square with rounded corners Oval Divide the basic circle in half and connect the two half circles with the straight sections Use one or two straight sections on each side 5 Figure 2 Track layouts Circle Extended circle Oval ...

Page 6: ...OFF position 2 Snap the Power Lockon securely to the track from below by inserting the pins on the Lockon into the holes under the track as shown in Figure 3 3 Plug the end of the 12V AC adapter cord into the receptacle on the Power Lockon 4 After connecting the adapter to the track plug the 12V AC Adapter into a standard wall outlet This 12V AC Adapter is an electrical device and should not be co...

Page 7: ...e 5 3 Plug the wire tether on the coal tender into the receptacle on the locomotive just below the rear of the cab Refer to Figure 4 The locomotive will not operate unless the wire tether between the locomotive and tender is connected 7 Figure 4 Locomotive and tender connection Note The locomotive will not operate unless the wire tether between the locomotive and tender is connected To disconnect ...

Page 8: ...ur layout Placing the train on the track continued 5 Place the Bell Car and caboose on the track lowering the couplers into position The couplers are illustrated in Figure 5 8 Figure 5 Coupling the train Couplers ...

Page 9: ...placed on the track To turn the train and lights off slide the power button on the Lockon to the OFF position For even longer periods it is recommended that the AC Adapter be removed from the wall outlet Use the Remote Controller to operate your train Remove the battery cover on the controller and insert two AAA batteries into the battery compartment To operate the train you must aim the controlle...

Page 10: ...mplete stop Once stopped the whistle blows two times and the train moves in reverse STOP The bell rings and the train slows to a complete stop Note the light remains on MUSIC VOLUME Press once to lower the volume of music The train sounds are unaffected Press a second time to turn off the music The Santa whistle bell and music buttons are disabled when the volume is in this mode The train sounds a...

Page 11: ... causes of short circuits might be staples nails paper clips or other metallic objects lying across the rails After your 12V AC transformer has been operating for a while it may become warm It is the nature of all electrical power equipment to become warm when in use If your power pack is loaded to capacity let it cool down after several hours of use Unplug the 12V AC adapter from the wall when th...

Page 12: ... your caboose is illuminated by one small lamp Lionel part no 602 538 9966 During the course of normal operations you may find that this lamp requires replacement Replacement lamps are available at your authorized Lionel Service Center or from Lionel Service in Chesterfield Michigan This lamp is a standard micro light used on most common holiday light strings To replace the lamp lift the roof off ...

Page 13: ... bring it to an authorized Lionel Service Station or Lionel Service for assistance See the back of this Owner s Manual for additional information If you experience any squeaking around axles of the locomotive you may use a drop or two of Lionel Oil available in the Lubrication and Maintenance Set available separately 6 62090 It is very important to keep the track and wheels free from dirt and grea...

Page 14: ...eld Michigan This bulb is a standard micro light used on most common holiday light strings Check that the wire connecting the locomotive and coal tender is securely in its socket Replace the batteries in the Remote Controller Move the locomotive out of direct sunlight Note that the controller is infra red and like television controllers will not work in strong or direct sunlight Lights on some car...

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Page 16: ...ith your dated sales receipt and completed warranty information to the nearest Authorized Lionel Service Center Your nearest Lionel Service Center can be found by calling 1 800 4 Lionel or by accessing our Website at www lionel com If you prefer to send your product back to Lionel L L C for repair in Michigan you must first call 586 949 4100 or FAX 586 949 5429 or write to Customer Service P O Box...

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