PENNSYLVANIA K4 STREAMLINER
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
The Lionel Smithsonian Collection
© 1994
Lionel Trains Incorporated, Chesterfield, MI 48051-2493
The Lionel Smithsonian Collection Pennsylvania K4 streamlined locomotive model is
constructed of formed and fabricated brass and therefore must be handled differently
than a traditional diecast Lionel steam locomotive. Although the model is very sturdily
built, the body and particularly the details are more susceptible to damage by careless
handling than other Lionel models. Care must be exercised when removing the locomo-
tive from the packaging as well as during general handling to avoid damaging the model.
This Lionel Smithsonian Collection locomotive model is designed to operate on Direct
Current (DC) electricity. Any application of Alternating Current (AC) as is supplied by
most traditional Lionel power supplies
WILL DESTROY THE INTERNAL ELECTRONICS
OF THIS MODEL
. The Lionel Smithsonian Collection will not be responsible for dam-
age caused by the application of AC power to the model. Please see your warranty
registration card for further details.
The Lionel Smithsonian Collection K4 locomotive model was designed to operate only
on two rail track with a minimum radius of 50 inches. Although the track gauge is the
same as traditional Lionel three rail track, the locomotive will not operate on any of the
various three rail track systems available. Attempting to operate the K4 on three rail
track may cause damage to your DC power supply or the locomotive model itself.
can be activated by briefly moving the controller switch forward once to turn the bell
on and again to turn the bell off.
NOTE:
If the tender sound system switch or controller bell switch are left on,
the batteries will be drained of power even if all connections are not complete.
SMOKE UNIT OPERATION
The Lionel Smithsonian K4 is equipped with a smoke generator. To place in operation
make certain that the control switch (located under the left side skirt) is in the on position.
Using liquid smoke drops available from your Lionel dealer, half fill the smoke cylinder
located in the exhaust stack of the model. If you overfill the smoke generator, you will
not obtain desirable results. Should this occur, use a cotton swab to wick out some of
the fluid. To preserve the finish of the locomotive avoid prolonged contact of the smoke
fluid with the painted surfaces of the model.
LOCOMOTIVE CARE AND MAINTENANCE
The only routine maintenance that should be required is periodic lubrication as outlined
under 'Preparing the Locomotive For Operation' and replacement of the sound system
batteries. It is advisable to periodically check the tightness of the small fasteners used
to assemble the side rods, valve gear and other small detailing to make certain that
parts will not be lost.
To install, remove or replace the single 9 volt battery in the sound system control unit
follow these procedures:
1) Cover your work surface with a piece of foam or a soft towel.
2) Place the sound unit control box face down on the padding.
3) Remove the four rubber feet from the bottom of the control box.
4) Using a small phillips head screw driver, remove the four screws located
under the rubber feet.
5) Remove the back of the sound unit control box.
6) Install, replace or remove the 9 volt battery.
7) Reverse above procedure to assemble the control unit.
DISPLAY CASE CARE AND MAINTENANCE
The roller base is manufactured from furniture grade materials and should be cared for
accordingly. The wood should be regularly dusted with a soft cotton cloth. Any stains
or marks which may not come off during dusting may be cleaned utilizing a residue-free
furniture cleaner.
The clear acrylic cover should be regularly dusted with a soft cotton cloth. Extreme
care should be taken not to exert undue force on the cover as this can result in scratch
marks. Should the cover be scratched or have a difficult stain to remove, plastic polish
as is sold for record player 'dust' covers may be used. With care, no cleaning beyond
regular dusting should be necessary.
SERVICE
The Lionel Smithsonian K4 comes with a limited lifetime warranty to the original
owner. Additional information and instructions outlining this warranty and service is
available on the warranty registration card included with this manual.
