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Lionel Nickel Plate Road Super Freight Owner's Manual

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73-1962-250
2/04
Nickel Plate Road
Super Freight
Ready-to-Run Train Set
Owner's Manual
featuring
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 73-1962-250 2/04 Nickel Plate Road Super Freight Ready-to-Run Train Set Owner’s Manual featuring 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;...
  • Page 2 Congratulations! ongratulations on your purchase of the ready-to-run Nickel Plate Road Super Freight Train Set with the RailSounds 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 locomotive.
  • Page 3 Congratulations! Nickel Plate Road Super Freight Train Set Features Opening boxcar doors RailSounds Puffing sound system smoke Lighted caboose Operating interior couplers Forward-Neutral-Reverse operation Bright headlight The transformer included with this set should be periodically Parents! examined for conditions that may result in the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons (such as damage to the output cord, blades, housing, or other parts).
  • Page 4 Congratulations! Nickel Plate Road Super Freight Train Set Inventory • 2-8-4 Berkshire steam locomotive and tender with RailSounds • Boxcar • Tank car • Flatcar with trailer • Caboose with a replacement lamp • CW-80 Transformer with accessory wire • Three straight FasTrack track sections •...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Creating your layout Operating your CW-80 Transformer safely Building your Lionel layout Joining the FasTrack track sections Wiring your CW-80 Transformer Running your train Running your train set Adding smoke fluid to the locomotive’s smoke generator Coupling...

  • Page 6: Creating Your Layout 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 7: 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 8: 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. 5. Plug the CW-80 Transformer into your wall outlet (120 volts).

  • Page 9: Wiring Your Cw-80 Transformer

    Creating your layout Wiring your CW-80 Transformer (continued) FasTrack terminal section Spade-shaped connector TRACK ACCESSORY 120/60z 0~18VAC 0~18VAC Notch Figure 3. Controller connections...

  • Page 10: Running Your Train Running Your Train Set

    Figure 4. 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 11: Adding Smoke Fluid To The Locomotive's Smoke Generator

    Running your train Adding smoke fluid to the smoke generator our locomotive and caboose are equipped with smoke generators that produce safe, clean, white smoke. The smoke units will operate only if the smoke unit switches are in the ON position.

  • Page 12: Coupling

    Running your train Coupling hen coupling your cars, at least one of the mating couplers must be open as shown in Figure 5. Press down on the lock release to open the coupler, then push the cars toward each other until they lock together. Keep in mind that it’s easier to couple cars on a straight stretch of track.

  • Page 13: 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 14 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 14: Experiencing The Features Of The Cw-80 Transformer

    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 for- Press WHISTLE to begin the sound; ward to increase locomotive speed, backward to slow it release the button to end it.

  • Page 15: Reverse Unit Procedure

    Running your train Reverse unit procedure he electronic reverse unit inside your Lionel locomotive acts like the transmission in your 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 interrup- tions are the signal that tells the reverse unit to sequence to the next operational state.

  • Page 16: Railsounds Sound System Operations Your Locomotive's Railsounds Sound System-The Basics

    RailSounds sound system operations Your Locomotive’s RailSounds sound system—the basics he Lionel RailSounds sound system is the most realistic model railroad sound system in the world. Your locomotive features digital sound samples for the ultimate in realism. Begin by installing a nine-volt alkaline battery (not included) in the tender. This ensures interruption-free operation of the RailSounds sound system.

  • Page 17: Experiencing The Range Of Your Locomotive's Railsounds Sound System

    RailSounds sound system operations Experiencing the range of your locomotive’s RailSounds sound system ith the RailSounds sound system, you experience the sounds of real railroading like never before. Simply put, it’s the most sophisticated, authentic model railroad sound system in the world. •...

  • Page 18: Towercom Announcements

    RailSounds sound system operations TowerCom announcements Example • User brings the engine to a stop and owerCom announcements are a two part sounds a short whistle blast. message involving a “stand-by” or “clear for • TowerCom announcement says, “Please departure” announcement from the dispatcher stand by.”...

  • Page 19: Transformer Operation

    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 20: 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 21: Maintaining And Servicing Your Set Lubricating Your Locomotive

    Maintaining and servicing your set Lubricating your locomotive elp your Lionel steam locomotive lead a long and productive life on your railroad by main- taining 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 steam locomotive’s...

  • Page 22: Replacing Your Locomotive's Traction Tires

    To replace the traction tires, simply use a 3/16” nut driver to remove the side rod screw from the wheel and slip off the old traction tire. Refer to Figure 11. Install the replacement, Lionel part no. 620-8616-206. Retighten the side rod screw, and you’re ready to pull that long freight back to the yard.

  • Page 23: Replacing The Caboose's Interior Lamp

    Maintaining and servicing your set Replacing the caboose’s interior lamp he interior of your caboose is illuminated by one 14-volt lamp, Lionel part no. 600-0161-300. During the course of normal operations, this lamp may require replacement. Replacement lamps are available at your authorized Lionel Service Center or from Lionel Service in Chesterfield, MI.

  • Page 24: Replacing The Caboose's Rear Light

    Maintaining and servicing your set Replacing the caboose’s rear light he rear of your caboose is illuminated by one 12-volt flashing lamp, Lionel part no. 610-7606-009. During the course of normal operations, this lamp may require replace- ment. Replacement lamps are available at your authorized Lionel Service Center or from Lionel Service in Chesterfield, MI.

  • Page 25: Advanced Connections: Powering Two Isolated Blocks With Two Transformers

    Running your train 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 26: Troubleshooting

    Maintaining and servicing your set Troubleshooting No lights or operation Be sure CW-80 Transformer is plugged in and the track 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 27: Notes

    Notes...

  • Page 28: 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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