Safety Notes; Important Notes; Functions - LGB 70230 Mode D'emploi

Safety Notes

• This model may only be used with the operating system designed for it.
• Use only switched mode power supply units and transformers that are designed
for your local power system.
• This locomotive must never be supplied with power from more than one power
pack.
• Pay close attention to the safety notes in the instructions for your operating sys-
tem.
• Not for children under the age of 15.
• WARNING! Sharp edges and points required for operation.

Important Notes

• The operating instructions are a component part of the product and must therefore
be kept in a safe place as well as included with the product, if the latter is given to
someone else.
• Please see your authorized LGB dealer for repairs or spare parts.
• The warranty card included with this product specifies the warranty conditions.
• Disposing: www.maerklin.com/en/imprint.html

Functions

• This model is designed for operation on LGB two-rail DC systems with conventio-
nal LGB DC train controllers or power packs (DC, 0 - 24 volts).
• Interface for installation of DCC.
Note: Use a locomotive controller with more than 1 amp of train current for this
model.
This model is equipped with standard LGB couplers on the front and rear.
Mode of Operation Switch
This model has a three-way power control switch mounted inside the cab.
Pos. 0 All power off
Pos. 1 Power to motor and lights
Pos. 2 Power to motor and lights
Multi-Train System
This model has a direct decoder interface. For Multi-Train System operation. Remove
the plug on the decoder interface and connect the decoder (55027).
We recommend to have the decoder mounted by the LGB factory service station.
When a decoder is integrated in the locomotive, the power control switch ist obso-
lete.
SERVICE
Lubrication
The axle bearings and the side rod bearings should be lubricated occasionally with a
small amount of Märklin-Oil (7149).
Replacing the light bulbs (E130 023)
Remove the ring on the outside of the lamp glass. Carefully lift the glass from the
lantern. Pull the light bulb from the socket with a pair of tweezers. Insert the new light
bulb. Put the model back together.
Replacing the traction tire (E126 174)
• Loosen the hex head screw on the rear drive wheel with a traction tire.
• Remove the side rods and drive rods.
• Use a small, straight-blade screwdriver to replace the traction tire: Pry the old
traction tire out of the wheel groove.
• Gently insert the new traction tire into the wheel groove.
• Make sure that the traction tire is seated properly in the wheel groove.
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