Maintenance
Lubrication Instructions
The engine should be oiled and greased in order to run properly.
Regularly lubricate all side rods and linkage components and pickup rollers
to prevent squeaking. Use light household oil, such as that found in M.T.H.'s
maintenance kit. Do not over oil. Use only a drop or two on each pivot point.
Greasing Instructions
The locomotive's internal gearing was greased at the factory. Grease engine every 50
hours of use or one year. Use a lithium based grease and follow the greasing instructions.
Cleaning the Wheels, Tires and Track
Periodically check the locomotive wheels and pickups
for dirt and buildup, which can cause poor electrical
contact and traction and prematurely wear out the
neoprene traction tires. Wheels and tires can be
cleaned using denatured (not rubbing) alcohol applied
with a cotton swab.
To clean the track, use a clean rag and RailKing Track
Cleaning Fluid or denatured (not rubbing) alcohol.
Unplug the transformer and wipe the rails of the track, turning the rag frequently to
ensure that you are using clean cloth on the rails. Because the manufacturing process
leaves a coating on RealTrax center rail, you should clean the rails after the first 30
minutes of use (you may notice an electrical smell during initial use as the coating wears
off; this is normal). Thereafter, keep an eye on the track and clean it when it gets dirty to
ensure good electrical contact and to lengthen the life of the tires.
DO NOT
OVER OIL
DO NOT
OVER OIL
DO NOT
OVER OIL
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Remove the screw from the chassis to open
the grease port.
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Insert the grease tube tip into the port and
squeeze the tube once or twice to add grease
to the gearbox.
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Wipe off any excess grease and replace the
phillips screw securely.
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Lubricate Valve Gear
Lubricate Pick-Up Rollers
(Do Not Oil the Flat Part of
Pick-Up Rollers)
Lubricate Side Rods
RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Freight/Passenger Set with Proto-Sound® 2.0
