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F59PH Operating Manual
OIL & LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS
In order for the engine to perform correctly and quietly, it is important that
the chassis be lubricated before operation. Lubrication should include all
gears, axles and pickup rollers to prevent them from squeaking. Use light
household oil and wheel bearing grease and follow the lubrication points
marked “L and G" in Fig. 7 & 8 below.
The locomotive’s internal gearing has been greased at the factory and
shouldn’t need additional grease until after 50 hours of operation or one
year whichever comes first. Grease can be added by inserting grease into
the gear box inside the locomotive chassis. In order to access the gear box,
the cab must be removed from the chassis by unscrewing the six chassis
screws as seen in Figure 9 on page 25. Once the cab is removed, the trucks
can be removed by unscrewing the truck block/motor mount screw located
on the underside of the drive trucks (See Figure 7). Grease can then be
applied into the gear box using a grease tube dispenser.
In addition to the truck block internal gearing, it is a good idea to lubricate
the outside truck block “idler” and “drive” gears with grease. Use the
diagram shown in Fig. 8 as a guide and add grease to the points marked
with a “G”.
Periodically, check the locomotive wheels and pickups for dirt buildup as
this can significantly affect the engine’s ability to perform properly. Dirty
track and dirty wheels can cause both poor electrical contact as well as poor
traction, especially on elevated track sections. Finally, dirt and oil build up
can prematurely wear out the neoprene traction tires.
Lubricate Pick Up Roller (L)
Lubricate Axle Bushings (L)
Figure 7: Lubricating The Truck
Grease Gears (G)
Motor Mount Screw
Figure 8: Greasing The Power Trucks
