Figure 5: Engine and Tender
To disconnect the engine and tender apply downward pressure near the tender until
the connectors separate.
The drawbar is able to withstand a 90 degree twist such as might be experienced in a
derailment where the engine or the tender would turn over and the other unit would
remain upright.
If the drawbar is not properly connected your engine may exhibit erratic or no
operation. If this happens turn off the track power and make sure that the drawbar
connectors are properly seated. Then reapply power to the track and continue
operation.
RailKing 4-8-8-4 Big Boy Steam Engine
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Figure 4: Connecting Locomotive to Tender