Cleaning The Wheels, Tires, and Track
Periodically check the locomotive wheels and
pickups for dirt and buildup, which can cause
poor electrical contact and traction and
prematurely wear out the neoprene traction
tires. Wheels and tires can be cleaned using
denatured (not rubbing) alcohol applied with a
cotton swab.
To clean the track, use RailKing® Track
Cleaning Fluid or denatured (not rubbing)
alcohol and a clean rag. Unplug the
transformer and wipe the rails of the track, turning the
rag frequently to ensure that you are using clean cloth on
the rails. Thereafter, keep an eye on the track and clean it
when it gets dirty to ensure good electrical contact and to
lengthen the life of the tires.
Clean any type of track with this heavy-duty track
cleaning block (
. Durably constructed from
ABS plastic, the block includes a built-in cleaning pad.
For really stubborn track, you can insert sandpaper
into the block in just a few quick steps.
40-1099)
Track Cleaning
Block (40-1099)
Maintenance Kit
(30-50051)
RailKing 4-8-8-4 Big Boy Steam Engine
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Figure 9: Motor Mount Screws
Figure 8: Body Mount Screws and Grease Points
Grease Pivot Point
Body Mount Screws
Body Mount Screws
Body Mount Screws
Grease Screws
Grease Pivot Points
Unscrew these Screws to
Access the Gear Boxes
