Set Up Checklist
- Lubricate the locomotive
- Apply power to run as described in the Basic Operating Section of this manual.
Lubrication
You should lubricate the engine to prevent it from squeaking. Use
light household oil and follow the lubrication points marked “L” in
Fig. 1. Do not over-oil. Use only a drop or two on each pivot point.
Couplers
The couplers on your Ives 3245 R Electric Locomotive are faithful reproductions
of the couplers that were originally supplied with the Ives 3245R. They are
designed to couple with Ives rolling stock.
If you wish to use this engine to pull a train of 200 series cars, a set of Latch Style
couplers are packed in the styrofoam box for your convenience.
To install the 200 series style latch couplers simply remove the screw in the center
of the pilot, pull out the Ives coupler and replace it with the latch style coupler and
replace the screw.
Tinplate IVES 3245 R Electric Locomotive
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DO NOT
OVER OIL
DO NOT
OVER OIL
DO NOT
OVER OIL
Figure 1. Lubrication Points on the Locomotive
Lubricate Pick Up Rollers Axles (L)
Lubricate Wheel Axles (L)
Lubricate Wheel Axles (L)
Bushings
