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FlyerChief™ Troubleshooting
Problem: The locomotive stopped dead:
LionChief Plus locomotives are equipped with “motor lock out” technology. This means that if the
internal electronics do not detect the motor feedback signal (a function of the constant speed control
system) within a two-second period of being given a command to start moving (or has been under-
way for a period of time) the motor will lock itself out. This is done to prevent the locomotive from
losing control.
Solution:
Simply return the FlyerChief dial to the center (stopped) position, if using Remote mode
or cycle the power on your conventional transformer. Once you tell the locomotive to begin moving
it will. If the problem persists you likely have a loose electrical connector inside the locomotive and
it should be taken to a local Factory Trained Authorized Service Station or contact Lionel Customer
Service directly.
Problem: The FlyerChief Remote will not control the locomotive
Resolution:
• Ensure you have fully charged batteries in the remote. (The LED on the top of the remote will
illuminate when the remote is turned on.)
• Ensure you are using the remote paired with the locomotive you are trying to operate (road name
and road number match).
• Ensure the TRANSFORMER/REMOTE switch is in the REMOTE position. Turn the track power off,
turn the remote OFF. Power up the locomotive with the track power. It will begin to beep when power
is applied, now turn the remote on and wait. The remote is synced to the locomotive. When the
sounds in the locomotive come alive you will know the locomotive and remote have synchronized.
• If the red LED on the top of the remote begins to blink when the throttle is turned and the loco-
motive does not begin to move it may be an instance of the “motor lock out” feature. Ensure the
batteries in the remote are new and fully charged.
Problem: Sound volume is low
Resolution:
Follow the volume adjustment directions found on page 18. If this does not correct the
problem please contact Lionel Customer Service.
Problem: The locomotive continues beeping and will not respond to the
FlyerChief Remote
Resolution:
• If you have been running your locomotive with our LionChief app, make sure to un-link the
engine. See page 13.
• Ensure the remote you are using is matched to the locomotive you are trying to control (road
name and road number). Follow the instructions on page 8.
• Ensure the TRANSFORMER/REMOTE switch is in the REMOTE position.
• Ensure the remote is powered on.
