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Safety Notes
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This product is not suitable for children under 3 years because of small parts which can present a choking hazard.
Some components have functional sharp points and edges. Handle with care.
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This product is intended for indoor use only.
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This Elite Digital Control system is only to be operated with the Hornby recommended transformers.
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The transformer included is not a toy; it is a “Transformer for Toys”.
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Before use the transformer should be examined for damage to the casing, plug pins and cables. In the event of such
damage, the Elite unit should not be used until the transformer is replaced with a new Hornby recommended unit.
Never attempt to open the unit yourself.
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Before cleaning any part, disconnect the transformer from the mains electricity supply.
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Do not use liquid for cleaning.
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Wires without a connecting means are not to be inserted into outlets.
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The output terminals of the transformers must not be connected directly, or indirectly, to the output of any other
mains power supply.
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Please retain these details and the address for future reference.
Guarantee
All Hornby products are guaranteed against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 6 months and Hornby
Digital electronics for 1 year from the date of purchase.
To qualify for the guarantee, the product must have been used and maintained according to the manufacturers
instructions, and will only be covered when used in conjunction with officially approved Hornby accessories and
components.While every possible care and attention has been taken by Hornby to ensure that the product arrives to
you in pristine condition, we cannot accept liability for any subsequent misuse of the product. It is the responsibility
of the consumer to ensure that the product is maintained as per the servicing details provided.
For reliable programming it is important that the track and wheels of all locomotives and wagons used with the Elite
Digital system are kept clean. If any defect occurs during the guarantee period, then the item in the first instance should
be returned to the place of original purchase. Alternatively, if any such defect occurs during the period of guarantee,
then please contact your Hornby Service dealer for advice. Or, the product (or component), may be forwarded to
Hornby Hobbies Ltd, carefully packed, with a covering letter enclosed giving full details to:
Repairs Department, Hornby Hobbies Ltd,Westwood, Margate, Kent CT9 4JX. UK.
Please include a copy of the original sales document showing the product reference number, date of purchase and
from where purchased and any other requested information relating to the product. Please obtain a Certificate of
Posting at the time of despatch.
Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where
facilities exist. Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice.
Exclusions
Subject to the exclusions below, the product will be repaired or replaced free of charge, if the problem is found to
be due to either workmanship or materials.The repair/replacement will be provided as promptly as possible without
significant inconvenience to the consumer:
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The fault has been caused or is attributable to mis-use, negligent use or used contrary to the manufacturers
recommendations.
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Accidental physical damage.
This guarantee is valid for products purchased in the United Kingdom and is in addition to, and does not diminish,
your statutory rights. For further advice about your statutory rights contact your local authority Trading Standards
Department or Citizens Advice Bureau.
This warranty only covers Hornby manufactured items. Please retain these details and address for future reference.
Locomotive will not run
Check that all the wiring is correctly connected to the track and Controller and that the transformer is plugged
into the wall socket and is switched on.
Ensure that the correct loco address is displayed on the LCD.
Check that the “STOP” button has not been pressed accidentally.
The trains do not run smoothly
The locomotives require a clean track so that they can receive their information from the Elite, therefore
ensure that the track is clean. Use an R8087 Track Rubber to remove dirt from the track and wheels of the
locomotive. Do not use any other abrasive material as this will permanently damage the track and/or wheels.
All locomotives move off together
Make sure that a locomotive has not been given a new address while other locomotives have been on the same
track.To avoid this it is advisable to use a Programming Track to add new addresses to locomotives and Hornby
Point/Accessory Decoders. See page 22
All locomotives appear to have the same Acceleration/Deceleration levels
Make sure that a locomotive has not been programmed using Direct, Paged or Register modes with acceleration
and deceleration levels while other locomotives have been on the same track. To avoid this happening it is
advisable to use a Programming Track to add new addresses to locomotives and Hornby Point / Accessory
Decoders. See page 22.To programme acceleration and deceleration on the main track use the Operate mode.
System keeps cutting out
Check that there is no metal across the track that may be causing a short circuit. Also check that the system is
not being overloaded by too many locomotives trying to run at the same time.
The 4 amp transformer included with the
Elite
should within reason be capable of providing enough power to
run nine locomotives. If in doubt consult your local dealer or the Hornby DCC Helpline.
Trouble Shooting
Do not
connect any other controller to the Hornby Elite other than a Hornby Walkabout Select.When
using a Select with the Elite ensure that the Select is not connected directly to a mains transformer.
Do not
run coreless motored locomotives on a DCC layout without them having a decoder fitted.
If in doubt please contact Hornby or your local dealer for advice.
Tel. +44 (0)1843 233525
Email. [email protected]
Web. http://www.hornby.com
Hornby PLC,Westwood Industrial Estate, Margate, Kent CT9 4JX.
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