The locomotive’s lights are controlled by a constant voltage circuit in the engine. They
are easy to remove and replace when they burn out. See the diagrams and directions
below for instructions on accessing and replacing the light bulbs in this locomotive.
Premier T-1 Reading Steam Locomotive
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Headlight Replacement Instructions
Figure 13: Unhook connecter and pull head through smokeboxdoor.
Headlight:
The locomotive’s headlight is controlled by a constant voltage circuit in the engine.
The headlight is easy to remove and replace when it burns out. The bulb has a quick
disconnect plug that attaches the bulb harness to a light circuit. Replacement bulbs are
available directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department.
1. Open smokebox door
2. Pull wires from inside boiler
3. Unplug connector
4. Remove bulb from headlight shell
5. Install new bulb in reverse order
Connecter
Smokebox Door