RailKing F-3 Diesel Freight Set with Loco-Sound™
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 and a clean
rag or denatured (not rubbing) alcohol. 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. Because the manufacturing process leaves a coating on RealTrax
center rail, you should clean the rails after the first 30 minutes of use (you may notice an
electrical smell during initial use as the coating wears off; this is normal). 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.
Traction Tire Replacement Instructions
Your locomotive is equipped with two neoprene rubber traction tires on the rear set of
flanged drivers. While these tires are extremely durable, you may need to replace them at
some point.
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ubricate the outside truck block idler and
drive gears with grease occasionally.
Truck
Block
Idler
Drive
Gear
STEP
4
4
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Remove two screws from below truck side.
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Remove the truck sides from the truck block.
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Make sure the old tire has been completely
removed from the groove in the drive wheel,
using a razor blade or small flathead screwdriver
to pry away any remains.
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Clean the groove using a cotton swab and
denatured alcohol.
STEP
1
1
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Slip the new tire onto the wheel. You may find it useful to
use two small flathead screwdrivers to stretch the tire over
the wheel.
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If you twist the tire while stretching it over the wheel, you
will need to remove and reinstall the tire. Otherwise your
engine will wobble while operating.
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Make sure the tire is fully seated inside the groove. Use a
razor blade to trim away any excess tire that doesn't seat
itself inside the groove properly.
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Reassemble the truck sides to the truck blocks.
STEP
2
2
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