sound capability, this model is
equipped with a starting delay cir-
cuit. It requires a higher voltage to
start than other locos, and it
requires a higher voltage to run at
the same speed as other locos.
Avoid connecting this model
together with other locos with dif-
ferent starting characteristics.
This can damage the internal
gearing.
Power Supply
Attention! For safety and reliabi-
lity, operate this model with LGB
power supplies (transformers,
power packs and controls) only.
The use of non-LGB power sup-
plies may void your warranty.
For this model, we recommend an
LGB power supply with a power
output of 1 amp or more. For more
information on LGB power sup-
plies for indoor, outdoor and multi-
train operation, see the LGB cata-
log.
Attention! After extended opera-
tion, this model may leave a small
amount of carbon dust around the
track. This dust can stain carpet
and other materials. The user
assumes full responsibility for any
damage.
MAINTENANCE
Attention! Improper service may
void your warranty. For factory
authorized service, contact an
authorized retailer or send this
product to an LGB service station
(see Factory Service).
Cleaning
This model can be cleaned using
a mild detergent and gentle stre-
am of water. Do not immerse this
model. If this model is equipped
with sound electronics, do not
expose the speaker directly to
water.
Replacing the light bulbs
Front lantern(s) : Carefully pry the
lens away from the lantern.
Remove the reflector from the
lantern. Pull the plug-in bulb out of
the socket. Plug a new bulb into
the socket. Reassemble.
Cab light: Pull the plug-in bulb out
of the socket. Plug a new bulb into
the socket.
Number board lights: To replace
the number board lights, the body
of the model must be removed:
- Remove one vertical screw in
the floor near the front of the
front truck.
- Remove two vertical screws in
the floor near the rear of the
front truck.
- Remove two vertical screws in
the floor near the front of the
rear truck.
- Remove two horizontal screws
on the back wall.
- Pull the plug-in bulb out of the
socket on the circuit board
behind the number boards. Plug
a new bulb into the socket.
Reassemble.
Replacing the traction tire
- Use a small, straight-blade scr-
ewdriver to gently pry the old
traction tire out of the wheel
groove.
- Gently warm the new traction
tire in a dish of warm water.
- Use a small, straight-blade scr-
ewdriver to gently pry the new
traction tire into the wheel groo-
ve.
- Make sure that the traction tire is
completely in the wheel groove.
Replacing the motor
- Remove the side frames from
the truck by removing two scr-
ews. Note the position of the
brake cylinders.
- Remove the truck mounting
plate from the body by removing
two screws.
- Disconnect the wiring cable.
- Remove the coupler plate (front
truck only) by removing two scr-
ews.
- Remove the top of the gearbox
by removing two screws. Repla-
ce the motor. Reassemble.
Attention! If the motor is repla-
ced, generously lubricate the
gears with LGB Gear Lubricant
(51020).
Replacing the brushes, pick-up
shoes and wheelsets
Remove the bottom of the gear-
box by removing three screws . If
necessary, replace the brushes,
pick-up shoes or wheelsets.
Reassemble.
Attention! If the wheelsets are
replaced, generously lubricate
the gears with LGB Gear Lubri-
cant (51020).
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