USRA 0-8-0 Steam Locomotive
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Maintenance
Lubricating and Greasing Instructions
The engine should be well oiled and greased in order to run properly.
You should regularly lubricate all side rods, linkage components and
pickup rollers to prevent them from squeaking. Use light household
oil and follow the lubrication points marked “L” in Fig. 8. Do not
over-oil. Use only a drop or two on each pivot point.
The locomotive’s internal gearing was greased at the factory and should not need
additional grease until after 50 hours of operation or one year, whichever comes
first. To access the gear box and axles, do the following:
1. Turn the engine upside down.
2. Remove the Phillips screws (marked “GREASE”) located at each set of wheels
and under pick up rollers (Fig. 9).
3. Use a grease tube dispenser to put a small amount (approx. 1-2 ml.) of lithium-
based grease into the screw holes.
4. Replace the screws.
DO NOT
OVER OIL
DO NOT
OVER OIL
DO NOT
OVER OIL
Figure 8. Lubrication Points on the Locomotive
Lubricate Linkage (L)
Lubricate Wheel Axels (L)
