Your Engine is equipped with a tetherless drawbar. There is no unsightly cable or
box showing between the engine and tender to detract from the appearance of the
model. The electrical connections pass through conductors within the drawbar, so it
is important that the connector be properly inserted. The connector is fixed to the
rear end of the drawbar. The mating connector is attached to a swivel connection
on the front of the tender frame. The drawbar is connected to the engine chassis
with a screw and should not need any attention.
In order to mate the connectors of the drawbar and the tender, place the engine
and tender on the track. Then position the tender over the drawbar and insert the
drawbar pin into the hole in the drawbar. Now grasp the tender with both hands
and place a finger on each side of the drawbar near the connector.
With your fingers on the drawbar, push the drawbar connector up into place. The
connector will make a slight click when the connector is properly seated.
To disconnect the engine and tender apply downward until the connector separates.
The drawbar is able to withstand a 90 twist, such as might be experienced in a
derailment and turnover of the engine or the tender.
If the drawbar connector is not properly seated when power is applied to the
engine, you may some of the fo llowing malfunctions.
- The lights do not light or only some lights light.
- The smoke unit does not function
- The engine will not move when the reverse unit is cycled.
If this happens, turn off the track power and make sure that the drawbar connector
is properly connected. Then reapply the track power.
(shown below)
Checking the Battery
You may find, if your locomotive was built several months before you set it up, that
the rechargeable battery has run down and needs to be charged before operating.
If you notice that the sounds are garbled, test and charge the engine as described in
the "Self-Charging Battery Back-Up" on page 22.
Placing Engine on the Track
Connecting tender to engine
Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Steam Locomotive
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Correct connection
Plug Tender Plug into
Boiler Socket at back of cab.
