loco lights on or off. Press function
button 7 to turn the smoke generator
off or on.
When operating with the Multi-Train
System, the loco features a “Back-
EMF” function. This keeps the motor
speed constant (and under normal
conditions the loco speed), even
when the load of the loco changes,
for example, in curves or on grades.
This feature does not work at top
speed, because additional voltage
must be available to overcome any
added load.
If desired, numerous functions of the
onboard decoder, such as accelerati-
on, braking, direction of travel and
many others, can be programmed
using a PC and the 55045 MTS PC
Decoder Programming Module (see
Instructions for advanced users
).
These functions also can be pro-
grammed from the 55015 Universal
Remote.
Lighting
This model features directional
lighting. The model has a "flat" multi-
purpose socket, with a removable
cover, on the rear wall (Fig. 3). This
socket can be used to provide track
power to LGB cars with lighting or
sound electronics.
To remove the cover of the socket,
pull it straight out. If the cover is
tight, gently use a small straight scr-
ewdriver to pry it out. (Do not pull
out the rectangular outer housing.)
Smoke Generator
This model is equipped with a smoke
generator. A small supply of LGB
Smoke and Cleaning Fluid is included
with this model. For best operation,
fill the generator halfway with fluid. If
the generator is overfilled, it will not
convert the fluid into smoke.
Attention!
Only use LGB Smoke and
Cleaning Fluid (50010). Other fluids
may damage your locomotive.
Attention!
Never touch the heating
element in the center of the smoke
generator. It is hot and fragile.
Hint:
The smoke generator can be
run “dry” without smoke fluid.
Power Supply
Attention!
For safety and reliability,
operate this model with LGB power
supplies (transformers, power packs
and controls) only. The use of non-
LGB power supplies will void your
warranty.
Use this model with LGB power sup-
plies
with an output of at least 1
amp.
For more information on LGB
power supplies for indoor, outdoor
and multi-train operation, see the
LGB catalog.
Attention!
After extended operation,
this model may leave carbon dust or
other debris around the track. This
dust and debris can stain carpet and
other materials. Consider this when
setting up your layout. Ernst Paul
Lehmann Patentwerk and LGB of
America are not liable for any damages.
SERVICE
Do-It-Yourself Service Levels
Level
- Beginner
Level
- Intermediate
Level
- Advanced
Attention!
Improper service will void
your warranty. For quality service,
contact your authorized retailer or an
LGB factory service station (see
Authorized Service
).
Hint:
Additional expert instructions
for many LGB products are available
at www.lgb.com.
Lubrication
The axle bearings and the side rod
ends should be lubricated occasio-
nally with a small amount of LGB
Maintenance Oil (50019).
Cleaning
This model can be cleaned externally
using a mild detergent and gentle
stream of water. Do not immerse this
model.
Replacing the light bulbs
Lower front lights:
Pull the lantern
housing away from the model.
Remove and replace the bulb.
Reassemble.
Upper front light:
Open the smoke-
box door. Pull the lantern forward to
remove it from the boiler. Pull the
light socket and cable downward to
take them out of the lantern. Remove
and replace the light bulb. Reassemble.
Rear lanterns:
Remove the ring aro-
und the lantern lens. Carefully pry
the lens away from the lantern. Using
tweezers, remove and replace the
bulb. Reassemble.
Cab light:
Using tweezers, remove
and replace the bulb.
Replacing the smoke generator
- Pull the safety cover out of the
smoke stack (Fig. 4).
- Use pliers or tweezers to pull the
old smoke generator out of the
stack (Fig. 5).
- Cut the wires to the old generator
and attach them to the replacement
generator (Fig. 6).
- Insulate the connections and push
the replacement generator into the
stack.
- Reassemble.
Replacing the traction tire
- Remove the hex head screw from
the rear wheel with the traction tire.
- Remove the side rods from the rear
wheel.
- Use a small, straight-blade scr-
ewdriver to pry the old traction tire
out of the wheel groove.
- Use a small, straight-blade scr-
ewdriver to gently pry the new trac-
tion tire into the wheel groove.
- Make sure that the traction tire is
seated properly in the wheel groo-
ve.
- Reassemble.
Maintenance parts
50010 Smoke and Cleaning Fluid
50019 Maintenance Oil
51020 Gear Lubricant
62201 Standard Motor with Short
Shaft
63120 Brushes, Assembled,
14mm and 16mm, 8 pieces
(2 sets required)
63218 Standard Pick-Up Shoes,
2 pieces
65853 Smoke Generator, 5V
68511 Plug-In Bulb, Clear, 5V,
10 pieces
69104 Traction Tire, 37.5mm,
10 pieces
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ADVANCED
USERS
MTS Onboard Decoder
Programming functions
You can program numerous func-
tions of the onboard decoder to suit
your requirements. If you want to do
this, program the “function values”
in “registers” (CVs) using a PC and
the 55045 MTS PC Decoder
Programming Module. You can also
program the function values using a
55015 Universal Remote.
Hints:
- For normal operation, it is not
necessary to change the function
values.
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