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LionChief 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 underway for a period of time) the motor will lock itself out. This is done to pre-
vent the locomotives from losing control.
Solution:
Simply return the Lionchief 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 Service directly.
Problem: The LionChief 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 set with the track power. The locomotive will begin to
beep when power is applied, now turn the remote on and wait. The remote is synced to the locomo-
tive. 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
locomotive 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 14. If this does not cor-
rect the problem please contact Lionel Service.
Problem: The locomotive continues beeping and will not respond to the
LionChief Remote
Resolution:
• 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.
