Congratulations!
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C
ongratulations on your purchase of the
Lionel Rectifier electric locomotive!
Lionel is proud to introduce the DC motor
version of this unique engine.
Read this instruction manual completely
for important tips on operating and main-
taining your Rectifier locomotive. When
properly cared for, your Lionel engine will
last a lifetime.
Experience the superiority of today’s
Lionel.
Have fun!
• Powerful DC motor
• Brilliant headlight
• Tire-Traction™
• Electronic reverse unit
• Four-wheel trucks
• Electric horn sound
• Magnetic couplers
• Operating Pantograph
Table of contents
Engine operation
Getting started
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Reverse unit procedure
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Using your Rectifier’s magnetic couplers
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Horn operation
5
Tire-Traction™
5
Maintaining and servicing your Rectifier
Lubricating your Rectifier electric locomotive
6
Installing the pantograph on your Rectifier
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Replacing your Rectifier’s headlamps
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Lionel Service
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