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71-4275-250
6/06
Lionel
PowerMax Transformer
Owner's Manual
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; 30VA

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  • Page 1 71-4275-250 6/06 Lionel PowerMax Transformer Owner’s Manual 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: Table Of Contents

    Experiencing the features of the PowerMax Transformer Powering your layout with the PowerMax Transformer Troubleshooting Notes Limited Warranty/Lionel Service The following Lionel marks may be used throughout this instruction manual and are protected under law. All rights reserved. Lionel ® , TrainMaster ®...

  • Page 3: Operating Your Powermax Transformer Safely

    Lionel Service Center. In the event that such a condition exists, the transformer should not be used until it has been properly repaired. • The PowerMax Transformer is intended to be used indoors. Do not use this device if water is present. Serious or fatal injuries may result.

  • Page 4: Wiring Your Powermax Transformer

    16-gauge wire to connect your PowerMax Transformer to the track. Use the stripped ends of the wires, or spade-shaped connectors on all PowerMax Transformer connections, with no more than two wires on each terminal.

  • Page 5: Wiring Your Powermax Transformer

    3. Attach a second wire to the Lockon spring clip terminal labeled “2” and connect it to the power terminal labeled “U”. 4. Plug the PowerMax Transformer into your wall outlet (120 volts). TRACK 0~18VAC...

  • Page 6: Connecting The Fastrack Terminal Section

    Connecting the FasTrack terminal section f you are using the Lionel FasTrack track system, you will find that the terminal section easily connects to the transformer’s TRACK posts. Two wires are attached to the underside of the FasTrack terminal section (available separately, 6-12016). Attach the spade-shaped connectors at the ends of these wires to the PowerMax Transformer.

  • Page 7: Operating Your Trains With The Powermax Transformer

    Track power is restored gradually when the DIRECTION button is released. WHISTLE/HORN The WHISTLE/HORN button will activate Lionel sound-equipped locomotives, including those equipped with the RailSounds sound system. The sound will continue until the button is released. No external sound activation buttons are needed.

  • Page 8: Experiencing The Features Of The Powermax Transformer

    To correct this problem, simply turn off the PowerMax Transformer, then turn it back on. The PowerMax Transformer may cause random whistles in the Lionel Mighty Note! Sounds of Steam tenders with a three-pin connector.

  • Page 9: Powering Your Layout With The Powermax Transformer

    Generally, track voltage is 0-16 volts (AC). You may momentarily approach or exceed the 1.8 amp limit of the PowerMax Transformer when pulling illuminated cars, or fighting over grades with heavy loads. When you reach 1.8 amps, the green light on the Transformer will begin to flash.

  • Page 10: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting No lights or operation Be sure PowerMax Transformer is plugged in. Train runs, but WHISTLE/HORN, 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 11: Notes

    Notes...

  • Page 12: Limited Warranty/Lionel Service

    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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