Before You Use Your Engine
This 2-8-0 die cast steam locomotive is tested and greased before leaving the
factory and is ready-to-run on your layout. However, it is recommended that all
moving parts on this engine be lubricated lightly upon the first initial use and after a
heavy or extended period of use, in order to enhance performance. For specific
lubrication points please refer to the diagram in Figure 1 on page 2 of this manual.
Maintaining Your Engine
As with all our Weaver steam engines, this locomotive is designed so that very
little maintenance is required from the owner. It is recommended that all moving parts
(side rod linkages and axles) be oiled after 25 hours of operation. On heavily used
engines, bearing grease (or a similar lubricant) should be added to the gearbox. For
specific greasing points, please refer to the diagram in Figure 2.
Tether Instructions
Your Baldwin 2-8-0 is equipped with a flexible tether between the locomotive
and tender. This tether is polarized and will only plug in, in one direction. You MUST
plug the tether, from the tender, into the plug on the back of the locomotive for your
locomotive to function properly.
2-Rail Without Sound Locomotive Instructions
2-Rail locomotives come ready to run and are designed so that very little
maintenance is required by the owner. Each 2-Rail engine is made to only run on a
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Figure 1
Lubrication Points
Lubrication Points
Figure 2
Greasing Points
