Maintenance
Lubricating and Greasing Instructions
The engine should be well oiled and greased in order to run properly.
Regularly lubricate all axles and pickup rollers to prevent squeaking.
Use light household oil, such as that found in M.T.H.'s maintenance
kit. Do not over oil. Use only a drop or two on each pivot point.
The locomotive’s internal gearing was greased at the factory and should not need
additional grease. However, it will be necessary to lubricate the idler gears located
next to the drive wheels with grease every 25 hours of operation. Follow the
greasing points illustrated in Figure 3.
Tinplate 381E Electric Locomotive
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Figure 3
Figure 2
DO NOT
OVER OIL
DO NOT
OVER OIL
DO NOT
OVER OIL
Lubricate Pick Up Rollers Axles (L)
Lubricate Wheel Axles (L)
Lubricate Wheel Axles (L)
Bushings
Bushings
Grease Idler Gear (G)
