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PENNSYLVANIA K-4 4-6-2
General Information
Operating a model live steam loco-
motive is much different from running
an electrically powered engine. It is
a more hands-on, interactive experi-
ence.
The locomotive muse be periodically
fueled, oiled and watered. As sup-
plied , the locomotive is manually con-
trolled, which means that you must
actually drive the locomotive using the
controls in the cab, just as you would
a full-size engine.
The performance of the engine is also
unlike electric locomotives. The loco-
motive should pull a dozen or more
standard-size freight cars on good,
level track. Grades and sharp curves
will diminish its capability. A good engi-
neer will learn the engine’s character-
istics and idiosyncrasies over times, to
get the best performance and longest
duration from it.
Safety
For your safety, there are certain rules
that should be observed, as follows:
1. The safety valve has been set at the
factory to release at around 60 pounds
per square inch of pressure. Never
tamper with the safety valve.
2. The butane firing system has been
designed to use butane only. Do not
use an other fuel. Other fuel will create
a dangerous condition, and will also
damage the locomotive.
3. Always make sure the fire is out
before refueling the locomotive. You
need to be absolutely sure that there
is no flame buming around the engine
when refueling is done!
4. A steam engine gets hot, Be careful.
Carrying the engine
The locomotive and tender should al-
ways be carried separately because of
their weight. We suggest carrying the
locomotive to the track by supporting
it underneath the wheels with both
hands, as opposed to lifting by the
pilot (which may not stand the stress)
and rear beam.
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