Lionel BNSF Owner's Manual
Lionel BNSF Owner's Manual

Lionel BNSF Owner's Manual

Ready-to-run freight set

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BNSF Ready-to-Run
BNSF Ready-to-Run
Freight Set
Freight Set
Owner's Manual
Owner's Manual
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CAUTI O N—ELECTRI C TOY
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER FOURTEEN YEARS OF AGE. AS
WI T H ALL ELECTRI C PRODUCTS, PRECAUTI O NS SHOULD BE OBSERVED DURI N G
HANDLI N G AND USE TO PREVENT 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 WI T H ALL ELECTRI C PRODUCTS, PRECAUTI O NS SHOULD BE OBSERVED DURI N G HANDLI N G AND USE TO PREVENT ELECTRI C SHOCK. TRANSFORMER RATINGS—I N PUT: 120 VAC; 60 HZ ONLY. AC OUTPUT: 18 V; 80 VA 73-0154-250 BNSF.indd 1 10/26/10 5:10 PM...
  • Page 2 In the event that such conditions exist, the transformer should not be used until properly repaired. The following Lionel marks are used throughout this catalog and are protected under law. All rights reserved. Lionel...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Creating your layout Operating your CW-80 Transformer safely Building your Lionel layout Joining the FasTrack track sections Connecting your CW-80 Transformer Running your train Running your train set Coupling Experiencing the features of the CW-80 Transformer 10-11...
  • Page 4: Creating Your Layout

    • 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

    2. Insert the rail tabs into the openings at the ends of the corresponding rails. 3. Press the sections together until the interlocking roadbed snaps into place. Rail tab Figure 3. Joining the track sections 73-0154-250 BNSF.indd 6 10/26/10 5:10 PM...
  • Page 7: Connecting 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. 5. Plug the CW-80 Transformer into your wall outlet (120 volts).
  • Page 8 Creating your layout Connecting your CW-80 Transformer (continued) FasTrack terminal section Spade-shaped connector TRACK ACCESSORY 120/60z 0~18VAC 0~18VAC Notch Figure 4. Controller connections 73-0154-250 BNSF.indd 8 10/26/10 5:10 PM...
  • Page 9: Running Your Train

    Refer to the following section for information on coupling the cars. 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 10: Experiencing The Features Of The Cw-80 Transformer

    Transformer. The unit will allow you to momentarily exceed the power limit, but power will be gradually reduced until the problem is corrected. The benefit is that the Transformer will not instantly turn off. 73-0154-250 BNSF.indd 10 10/26/10 5:10 PM...
  • Page 11 CW-80 is on. Whistle Activates the whistle or horn sound Throttle effect in your Lionel locomotives. Controls your locomotive’s speed. Throw the throttle Press WHISTLE to begin the sound; forward to increase locomotive speed, backward to slow release the button to end it.
  • Page 12: Reverse Unit Procedure

    Running your train Reverse unit procedure he electronic reverse unit inside your Lionel locomotive acts like the transmission 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 interruption. Power interruptions are the signal that tells the reverse unit to sequence to the next operational state.
  • Page 13 Running your train Reverse unit procedure (continued) Direction control button Whistle control button Throttle Bell control button Figure 8. Direction control button location 73-0154-250 BNSF.indd 13 10/26/10 5:10 PM...
  • Page 14: Operating The Trainsound Sound System

    Random, automatic crew dialogue If you activate multiple “stand by” dialogues during the first 35 seconds, the length Note! of time before the “clear for departure” dialogue becomes 35 seconds, plus the length of the diaglogue. 73-0154-250 BNSF.indd 14 10/26/10 5:10 PM...
  • Page 15: Adjusting The Volume

    SOUND switch on the underside of the car to the OFF posi- tion. The user-activated horn and bell are not silenced. Refer to Figure 9 for the location of the switch. 73-0154-250 BNSF.indd 15 10/26/10 5:10 PM...
  • Page 16: Cw-80 Transformer Operation

    Transformer is in “fold-back mode.” In fold-back mode, the Transformer is automatically reducing, or folding back, power. This gradual reduction in power provides interruption-free operation while you bring the amperage back down to a safe level. 73-0154-250 BNSF.indd 16 10/26/10 5:10 PM...
  • Page 17: 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 18: Maintaining And Servicing Your Set Lubricating Your Locomotive

    Maintaining and servicing your set Lubricating your locomotive elp your Lionel locomotive lead a long and productive life on your railroad by maintain- ing it properly. 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...
  • Page 19: Replacing Your Locomotive's Traction Tire

    Refer to Figure 11. Carefully remove the lamp assembly from the bracket, then gently pull the expired lamp from its socket. Replace the expired lamp with Lionel part no. 630-8352-311, available from your authorized Lionel Service Center or Lionel Service in Chesterfield, MI. For more informa- tion, see page 24.
  • Page 20: Replacing Your Square Window Caboose Lamp

    4. Pull the lamp straight up and out of the socket. Replace it with Lionel lamp no. 630-8352-311, available at your authorized Lionel Service Center or Lionel Service.
  • Page 21: Replacing Your Square Window Caboose Lamp

    Maintaining and servicing your set Replacing your square window caboose lamp (continued) Window shell Window End frame End frame tab Lamp no. 630-8352-311 Hinge Figure 12. Caboose lamp replacement 73-0154-250 BNSF.indd 21 10/26/10 5:10 PM...
  • Page 22: Notes

    Notes 73-0154-250 BNSF.indd 22 10/26/10 5:10 PM...
  • Page 23: Fcc Statement

    • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 73-0154-250 BNSF.indd 23 10/26/10 5:10 PM...
  • Page 24: Limited Warranty/Lionel Service

    (or copy) from an Authorized Lionel Retailer*, will at the discretion of Lionel LLC, be repaired or replaced, without charge for parts or labor. In the event the defective product cannot be repaired, and a suitable replacement is not available, Lionel will offer to replace the product with a comparable model (determined by Lionel LLC), if available.

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