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RailKing Y6b 2-8-8-2 Steam Engine
Maintenance:
Lubrication and Greasing Instructions
The engine should be oiled and greased in order to run properly.
You should regularly lubricate all side rods and linkage components 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. To access the gear box, do the following:
1. Turn the engine upside down.
2. Remove the body mounting screws to remove the boiler. Remove the motor
mount screws (see figure 3). Separate the motors from the chassis.
3. Use a grease tube dispenser to put a small amount (approx. 1-2 ml.) of
lithium-based grease into the gearbox.
4. Replace the screws and reassemble.
Lubricate Pick Up Roller (L)
Lubricate Side Rods (L)
Lubricate Side Rods (L)
Lubricate Pick Up Roller (L)
Figure 2. Lubrication Points on the Engine
Body Mount Screws
Body Mount Screws
Motor Mount Screws (G)
Motor Mount Screws (G)
Body Mount Screws
Figure 3. Greasing Points on the Engine and Body Mounting Screws
