Lubricate the outside truck block idler and drive gears with grease. Use the
diagram shown in Figure 6 below as a guide and add grease to the points marked.
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
found in Maintenance Kit (30-50010) 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
stuborn track, you can insert sandpaper into the
block in just a few quick steps.
40-1099)
RKS GP7 & GP9 Diesel Engine with PS-2
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Figure 6. Greasing The Idler Gears
Track Cleaning Block (40-1099)
Maintenance Kit (30-50010)
Grease Idler Gear (G)
