Instruction Manual
General maintenance
As with all operating machinery
,
model or full size, wear will occur.
Much can be done to prevent and prolong the life of both.
Keep the engine as clean as possible and the motion free of dirt and
garden debris. When running on a garden track always clean after each
day of running to keep sand and dirt from damaging the parts.
Routinely check for loose bolts/nuts and tighten as necessary. Do not
over tighten, these are small model bolts and can shear or strip easily. Use
of blue
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octite is advised on any loose bolt.
To clean
,
fill a spray bottle with hot water and a liquid dish detergent.
Spray onto the cool locomotive. It cuts the grease and oils used to
lubricate. It also cleans the dirt and sand from the small parts and motion
points. Use a 2” soft bristle paint brush to wipe the loco down and get into
all the confined spaces. Using hot water
,
rinse off the locomotive keeping
the water away from any R/C gear or electronics that may have been
installed. Allow to dry thoroughly then lubricate as usual and store.
Using harsh cleaners may damage the paint.
Lubrication should be done prior to each run. All motion points require a
light oil designed for our steam trains. Green Velvet PBJ220 is designed
just for that. It is designed to stick and not run, just a little is required on
each point with a needle applicator. Do not flood parts with oil as that
will just attract dirt and run all over and eventually onto the rails.
Steam oil should be a light weight ISO460 Steam Oil for our low
pressures. Using a heavier oil or non steam oil will void the warranty.
When filling the lubricator only fill to the bottom of the tank bushing
.
Overfilling will cause a
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excess of oil when starting out. Also use a drop
of steam oil on the cylinder crossheads, piston rods and valve rods as the
rods all enter the cylinders and are exposed to the high temperatures of the
steam. This will keep the O-Ring seals well lubricated and extend the
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life.
To drain the lubricator use a syringe
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