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RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine
Maintenance:
Lubrication and Greasing Instructions
The engine should be oiled and greased in order to run properly.
You should regularly oil the engine and pickup rollers to prevent them from
squeaking. Use light household oil and follow the lubrication points marked
“L” in Fig. 2. 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. Use a lithium based grease and follow the greasing instructions
below.
1. Remove the six Phillips screws from the chassis, as seen in Figure 3, then
lift the body away from the chassis.
2. Remove the truck blocks from the chassis by unscrewing the large Phillips
motor mount screw on the bottom of each truck block, as shown in Figure 3.
Figure 2. Lubrication Points on the Engine
