Narrow Nose Dash-8 Diesel Locomotoive
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Maintenance
Lubricating and Greasing Instructions
The engine should be well oiled and greased in order to run properly.
You should regularly lubricate all locomotive axles to prevent them from squeaking and
enhance operation. Use light household oil and follow the lubrication points marked “L”
in Fig. 13. 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 until after 50 hours of operation or one year, whichever comes first. To
access the gear box and axles, do the following:
1. Turn the engine upside down and remove the truck bottom plate mounting screws as
seen in Figure 14.
Figure 14
L
L
L
L
Figure 13: Lubrication Points on the Locomotive
