Track layout
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Joining the track sections
J
oin the track sec-
tions together by
inserting the pins of one
track section into the
rail openings of another.
For good electrical con-
tact, pins must be care-
fully inserted and track
joints tightly fitted.
If the track is diffi-
cult to connect, try this
installation tip. You can
“break in” O-27 track
sections by inserting and
withdrawing a track pin
into one rail at a time
before joining the entire
track 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 them
with extras available
from your Lionel dealer.
Maintenance tip:
The rails should be kept
clean, dry, and free
from oil and grease.
Clean rust and dirt spots
with a track eraser.
Wipe the track using a
cloth dampened with
track cleaner from the
Lionel maintenance kit
(no. 6-62927), avail-
able from your nearest
Lionel Authorized Value
Added Dealer.
