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Lionel Southern Diesel Freight Owner's Manual

Lionel Southern Diesel Freight Owner's Manual

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73-1938-250
2/03
Southern Diesel Freight
Ready-To-Run Train Set
Owner's Manual
CAUTI O N—ELECTRI C TOY
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER EIGHT YEARS OF AGE. AS WITH
ALL ELECTRIC PRODUCTS, PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE OBSERVED DURING
HANDLI N G AND USE TO REDUCE THE RI S K OF ELECTRI C SHOCK.
TRANSFORMER RATINGS—I N PUT:120 VAC; 60 HZ ONLY.
AC OUTPUT:18 V; 80 VA

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  • Page 1 73-1938-250 2/03 Southern Diesel Freight Ready-To-Run Train Set Owner’s Manual CAUTI O N—ELECTRI C TOY NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER EIGHT YEARS OF AGE. AS WITH ALL ELECTRIC PRODUCTS, PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE OBSERVED DURING HANDLI N G AND USE TO REDUCE THE RI S K OF ELECTRI C SHOCK.
  • Page 2 FasTrack track, a operate a new locomotive at the head end of string of detailed cars, and a powerful Lionel your train! Explore the possibilities at your locomotive. authorized Lionel dealer.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Coupling Operating the searchlight Replacing the lamp Replacing your square window caboose lamp 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 4: Track Layout Building Your Lionel Layout

    Track layout Building your Lionel layout our set comes with eight curved, three straight, and one power 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 5: Controller Operations 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 6: Wiring Your Cw-80 Transformer

    Controller operations Wiring your CW-80 Transformer or best performance on large layouts, it is recommended that you use 16-gauge wire to con- nect your CW-80 Transformer to the track. Connect the spade connectors on the wires from the FasTrack terminal section. On larger layouts where several track connections are required, the use of separate junctions/terminal strips (available at your local electronics store) is recommended to prevent voltage drops.

  • Page 7: Operating Your Trains With The Cw-80 Transformer

    Controller operations Operating your trains with the CW-80 Transformer ou’re clear for departure! Move the throttle control handle forward to increase power to the track. The farther forward you push the handle, the faster your train will go. You will notice that the power increases and decreases at a set rate. For example, Note! quickly throwing the throttle all the way forward will not result in an instant increase to full power.

  • Page 8: Experiencing The Features Of The Cw-80 Transformer

    To correct this problem, simply turn off the CW-80 Transformer, then turn it back on. The CW-80 Transformer may cause random whistles in the Lionel Mighty Sounds of Note! Steam tenders with a three-pin connector.

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

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

  • Page 10: Setting The Accessory Output

    Controller operations Setting the accessory output ake control of your Lionel empire with your CW-80 Transformer! You choose how much power your accessories need. Your CW-80 Transformer features a programmable accessory output. The ability to control the voltage allows you to set the speed of your accessory motors and the intensity of your lights.

  • Page 11: Powering Your Layout With The Cw-80 Transformer

    Controller 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 12: Troubleshooting

    Controller operations Troubleshooting No lights or operation Be sure CW-80 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 13: Locomotive Operation Running Your Locomotive With A Lionel Transformer

    Locomotive operation Running your locomotive with a Lionel transformer Place your locomotive on Lionel or Lionel-compatible track. Power up your locomotive with your transformer. • Your locomotive is designed to operate on 10-16 volts alternating current. Virtually all Lionel and Lionel-compatible alternating-current trans- formers are suitable.

  • Page 14: Reverse Unit Procedure

    Locomotive operation Reverse unit procedure he reverse unit inside your Lionel loco- tive is moving forward, then is stopped and motive is an electronic device that acts the switch is thrown back, the locomotive like the transmission in your car. When you will be “locked”...

  • Page 15: Maintaining And Servicing Your Locomotive

    You’ll know your maintaining it properly. locomotive requires lubrication when visual We recommend you purchase a Lionel inspection reveals dryness on the parts indi- Lubrication and Maintenance Kit cated in Figure 7. Remove accumulated dirt (no.

  • Page 16: Replacing Your Gp-38'S Lamps

    Replacement traction tires tires to enhance tractive effort so your loco- are available at your authorized Lionel Service motive can pull many cars at once. Center.

  • Page 17: Train Operations Coupling

    Train operation Coupling hen coupling your cars, at least one of the lock release to open the coupler, then push the mating couplers must be open as the cars toward each other until they lock shown below at the left. Simply press down on together as illustrated in Figure 12.

  • Page 18: Operating The Searchlight

    Replacing the 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 19: 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 20: Limited Warranty/Lionel Service

    Center, together with proof of original purchase above instructions carefully before returning any will, at the option of Lionel L.L.C., be repaired or merchandise for service. You may choose to have replaced, without charge for parts or labor. In the...

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