Premier P-47 Pacific Steam Locomotive
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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. 7. Do not over-oil. Use only a drop or
two on each pivot point.
Maintenance
Lubricating and Greasing Instructions
Body Mount Screws
Body Mount Screw
(Under truck)
Pivet Screw
Figure 11: Removing the Body
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”). One is located directly
under the front pick up roller. The other is located in the center of the drive
wheels.
3. Use a grease tube dispenser to put a small amount (approx. 1-2 ml.) of
lithium-based grease into the gearbox and axles.
4. Replace the screws.
You should also grease the leading and trailing locomotive truck tongues to
enhance their ability to slide on the chassis. Follow the grease points shown on
Fig. 12.
