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73-0016-250
1/06
New York Central Flyer
Ready-to-Run Train Set
Owner's Manual
Featuring
CAUTI O N—ELECTRI C TOY
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHI L DREN UNDER EI G HT YEARS OF AGE. AS WITH
ALL ELECTRIC PRODUCTS, PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE OBSERVED DURING
HANDLI N GAND USETO PREVENT ELECTRI C SHOCK.
TRANSFORMER RATINGS—I N PUT:120VAC; 60 HZ ONLY.
AC OUTPUT:18V; 80VA

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  • Page 1 73-0016-250 1/06 New York Central Flyer Ready-to-Run Train Set Owner’s Manual Featuring CAUTI O N—ELECTRI C TOY NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHI L DREN UNDER EI G HT YEARS OF AGE. AS WITH ALL ELECTRIC PRODUCTS, PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE OBSERVED DURING HANDLI N GAND USETO PREVENT ELECTRI C SHOCK.
  • Page 2 TrainSounds sound system! This set features everything you need to get started—a mighty CW- 80 Transformer, a huge loop of FasTrack track, a string of detailed cars, and a powerful Lionel loco- motive. Plus, you get the authentic locomotive sounds of the TrainSounds sound system.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Replacing your Square Window Caboose lamp Troubleshooting Advanced connections: powering two isolated blocks with two transformers Limited Warranty/Lionel Service The following Lionel marks may be used throughout this instruction manual and are protected under law. All rights reserved. Lionel ®...

  • Page 4: Operating Your Cw-80 Transformer Safely

    • Parents should periodically inspect this product for potential hazards and, if necessary, have them repaired by an authorized Lionel Service Center. In the event that such a condi- tion exists, the transformer should not be used until it has been properly repaired.

  • Page 5: Building Your Lionel Layout

    Creating your layout Building your Lionel layout our set comes with eight curved, three straight, and one terminal section of track. Figure 1 provides some examples of layouts that you can build with these track sections. By adding more FasTrack track sections, you can create an endless number of exciting track arrangements for more fun, action, and variety.

  • Page 6: Joining The Fastrack Track Sections

    Creating your layout Joining the FasTrack track sections asTrack track sections join together easily. With interlocking roadbed sections and large rail tabs, the track fits together securely so you always get good electrical contact. Take a look at Figure 3 to see how to join the track sections. 1.

  • Page 7: Wiring Your Cw-80 Transformer

    4. If you need to power an accessory (available separately at your authorized Lionel dealer), connect the accessory to the ACCESSORY thumbscrew terminals. Use the accessory wire included with the CW-80 Transformer. See page 16 to set the accessory output.

  • Page 8: Running Your Train Set

    Figure 5. Drawbar connection Power up your locomotive with your transformer. Your locomotive is designed to operate on 7-15 volts alternating cur- rent. Virtually all Lionel and Lionel-compatible alternating-current transformers are suitable. Note! Do not power your locomotive with direct current (DC) transformers.

  • Page 9: Experiencing The Features Of The Cw-80 Transformer

    Running your train Experiencing the features of the CW-80 Transformer Refer to Figure 6 on page 10 for the location of the Transformer features listed in this section. THROTTLE Push the throttle forward to increase track power. The markings on the throttle approxi- mate the percentage of full power.

  • Page 10: Experiencing The Features Of The Cw-80 Transformer

    CW-80 is on. Whistle Activates the whistle or horn sound Throttle effect in Lionel locomotives. Press Controls your locomotive’s speed. Throw the throttle for- WHISTLE to begin the sound; release ward to increase locomotive speed, backward to slow it the button to end it.

  • Page 11: Adding Smoke Fluid To Your Locomotive's Smoke Generator

    13 for the location of the switch. The smoke generator requires the periodic addition of Lionel smoke fluid in order to func- tion. A small bottle of smoke fluid is included with this set. Press down and unscrew the cap.

  • Page 12: Coupling

    Running your train Coupling hen coupling your cars, at least one of the mating couplers must be open as shown at the left in Figure 7. Simply press down on the lock release to open the coupler, then push the cars toward each other until they lock together.

  • Page 13: Reverse Unit Procedure

    Running your train Reverse unit procedure he electronic reverse unit inside your Lionel locomotive acts like the transmis- sion in a car. When you apply power to the track, the locomotive moves in the direction specified by the reverse unit—or it sits in neutral, awaiting another power interrup- tion.

  • Page 14: Operating The Trainsounds Sound System

    TrainSounds sound system operation Operating the TrainSounds sound system our TrainSounds Tender was designed to operate at approximately 6 to 18 volts (AC). When you power up the locomotive on the track, you will hear the sounds of the idling steam locomotive.

  • Page 15: Powering Your Layout With The Cw-80 Transformer

    CW-80 Transformer operations Powering your layout with the CW-80 Transformer our CW-80 Transformer provides a total output of five amps. The track outputs will deliver all of this power to the track when no accessories are connected to the Transformer. Keep in mind that connected accessories borrow some of this power.

  • Page 16: Setting The Accessory Output

    — from crossing signals to coal and lumber loaders — available at your authorized Lionel dealer. When you are ready to operate your new accessory, the CW-80 Transformer allows you to choose how much power your accessory receives with programmable accessory output.

  • Page 17: Maintaining And Servicing Your Set

    We recommend that you purchase a Lionel Lubrication and Maintenance Kit (6-62927), available from your Lionel dealer. Two basic rules to keep in mind: never over-lubricate (a small amount will do) and avoid getting grease or oil on the locomotive’s wheels, contact rollers, or your track.

  • Page 18: Replacing Your Locomotive's Headlamp

    2. Lift the smoke unit out far enough from the cab to allow lamp extraction. 3. Pull the lamp straight out and replace it with Lionel part no. 600-0161-300, available from your nearest authorized Lionel Service Center or from Lionel Service. Be careful not to twist the lamp or it may break.

  • Page 19: Replacing Your Locomotive's Traction Tire

    3/16” nut driver. Refer to Figure 12. Remove the old traction tire from under the drive rod and slip on the replacement, Lionel part no. 600-0242-206. Replace the spacer, retighten the drive rod screw, and you’r e ready to pull that long freight back to the yard.

  • Page 20: Operating The Searchlight

    Replacing the searchlight lamp uring the course of normal operations, you may find that the lamp requires replacement. Replacement lamps, Lionel part no. 600-8352-311, are available at your authorized Lionel Service Center or from Lionel Service. 1. Gently pull the two arms of the metal bracket away from the searchlight housing to lift the housing away.

  • Page 21: Replacing Your Square Window Caboose Lamp

    4. Pull the lamp straight up and out of the socket. Replace it with Lionel lamp no. 600-8352-311, available at your authorized Lionel Service Center or Lionel Service.

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    Maintaining and servicing your set Troubleshooting No lights or operation Be sure that the CW-80 Transformer is plugged in and the wires are connected. Train runs, but WHISTLE, BELL, and DIRECTION buttons do not work Check track connections. The track must be connected to the “A” and “U” terminals on the Transformer.

  • Page 23: Advanced Connections: Powering Two Isolated Blocks With Two Transformers

    Maintaining and servicing your set Advanced connections: powering two isolated blocks with two transformers s you expand your layout, you may decide to create two isolated blocks of track. Trains in each block are controlled by separate transformers. Before you operate your trains on this type of layout, be sure that your transformers are in phase.

  • Page 24: Warranty Information

    Lionel L.L.C. or an authorized Lionel L.L.C. Service Center, together with proof of original purchase will, at the option of Lionel L.L.C., be repaired or replaced, without charge for parts or labor. In the event the defective product cannot be repaired, and a replacement is not available, a refund of the original purchase price will be granted.

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