LGB GE 2/4 I 203 Instructions De Service page 8

Function:
This socket can be used to provide
track power to LGB coaches with
lighting or sound electronics.
For this purpose, gently remove the
cover of the socket using a small
straight screwdriver to pry it out.
Do not pull out the rectangular outer
housing.
DCC interface
(Fig. 4)
Function:
- This enables the connection of
compatible digital decoders.
- We recommend to use MTS Loco
Decoder III2 the plug of which
directly fits into the socket inter-
face.
Note:
We recommend to have the decoder
mounted by the LGB factory service
station. For further information,
please contact your authorized LGB
retailer or LGB
Authorized Service).
Notes for do-it-yourself assembly:
- Pull off the bridge from the decoder
interface.
- Plug the decoder onto the pins of
the PCB. The plug of the decoder
cable only fits the PCB pins when
aligned correctly.
- When a decoder is integrated in the
locomotive, the power control
switch (mode switch) is obsolete.
Notes for disassembly:
- If you wish to remove the decoder,
the bridge must be remounted onto
the DCC interface.
- Otherwise, the loco does not work.
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Service (see
SERVICE
Do-it-yourself service levels
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Improper service will void your war-
ranty.
Note:
For quality service, contact your
authorized retailer or an LGB factory
service station (see Authorized
Service).
Lubrication
- The axle bearings and the side rod
bearings should be lubricated occa-
sionally with a small amount of LGB
Mantenance Oil1 .
Cleaning
- This model can be cleaned external-
ly using a mild detergent and gentle
stream of water.
Do not immerse this model in the
detergent.
Replacing the traction tire
Procedure:
- Remove screw on wheel together
with the traction tire.
- Pull off side rod.
- Use a small, straight screwdriver to
replace the old traction tire:
- Pry the old traction tire out of the
wheel groove.
- Gently push the new traction tire2
over the wheel and into the groove
of the traction wheel.
- Make sure that the traction tire is
seated properly in the wheel
groove.
- Reassemble.