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- Page 1 72-8036-250 LIONEL 9/00 Lionel 2-8-0 Consolidation Steam Locomotive Owner’s Manual Command Control and RailSounds Equipped featuring...
- Page 2 Experience the Consolidation. From the crisp die-cast detail superiority of today’s Lionel. and the authentic decoration outside to the • R2LC radio unit for use with the Lionel • Smoke generator that produces clean, TrainMaster ®...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Transformer operations Running your steam locomotive with a Lionel transformer Using your tender’s ElectroCoupler in the non-Command environment Adding fluid to your locomotive’s smoke generator Tire-Traction Your locomotive’s RailSounds ™ system—the basics/Battery installation Notes on RailSounds ™... -
Page 4: Transformer Operations
Move ‘em out! • Get your locomotive moving. Press the DIR button on your CAB-1 remote or Lionel transformer. This sequences the Lionel Command reverse unit (R2LC) to the next operating state. The R2LC alternates between three states: forward, neu- tral, and reverse. -
Page 5: Using Your Tender's Electrocoupler In The Non-Command Environment
Transformer operations Using your tender’s ElectroCoupler in the non-Command environment he rear of your Lionel locomotive’s ten- magnetic field generated by a Lionel remote- der is equipped with an ElectroCoupler. control track section (available separately). When in the non-Command environment, Place your rolling stock’s coupler “trigger... -
Page 6: Adding Fluid To Your Locomotive's Smoke Generator
CAB-1 remote will turn the The smoke generator requires the periodic smoke generator on. Turning off the sound addition of Lionel smoke fluid in order to (AUX1-5) or resetting the engine (AUX1-0) function. Pierce the fluid tube’s end with a... -
Page 7: Your Locomotive's Railsounds
Transformer operations Your locomotive’s RailSounds system—the basics ionel RailSounds is the most realistic • Connect the 9-volt alkaline battery to the model railroad sound system in the battery clip and place the battery into the world. Your locomotive RailSounds features holder inside of the tender. - Page 8 Transformer operations Oil Bunker Cover Tender Body Screws Notes! Although RailSounds is powered by track voltage, the battery is required for uninterrupted operation and shutdown sequences. Use only alkaline batteries. Discontinue locomotive power for 10 seconds before changing the RailSounds/SignalSounds ON/OFF switch position.
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Page 9: Notes On Railsounds
Transformer operations Notes on RailSounds • Listen for incidental locomotive sounds • Longer track-power interruptions during RailSounds operation. They’re (including locomotive derailments) automatic and, of course, authentic. cause RailSounds to shut down after • The 9-volt alkaline battery you installed about 7 seconds. -
Page 10: Installing The Lionel No. 610-5906-001 Sound Activation Button
For AC transformers lacking a horn/whistle button The no. 610-5906-001 button works with any Lionel AC transformer except no. 6-4690 Note! Type MW. Transformers made by other manufacturers may not be compatible with RailSounds. -
Page 11: Trainmaster Command Operations
• Make sure track power is OFF before placing locomotive on track. • Make sure your Lionel Command Base is ON and its communications wire is connected to the COMMON post on your Lionel transformer or the U post on any of your installed PowerMasters. -
Page 12: Cab-1 Commands For Your Locomotive
TrainMaster Command operations Running your steam locomotive in the TrainMaster Command environment our Command Control steam Example address Locomotive #1 locomotive comes programmed with an ID# of “1.” To get your steam PowerMasters set to CMD or traditional locomotive in action, set power supplies ON FULL PowerMasters to CMD or set all power supplies on full. -
Page 13: Railsounds In The Command Environment
TrainMaster Command operations RailSounds in the Command environment our steam locomotive’s RailSounds sys- more sedate sound, as though the load tem gives you even more in the placed on your locomotive has decreased. TrainMaster Command environment. Experience DynaChuff on steep grades, at •... -
Page 14: Cab-1 Numeric Keypad Commands For Your Locomotive
TrainMaster Command operations CAB-1 numeric keypad commands for your steam locomotive AUX1 hen you press AUX1 on CAB-1, you The CAB-1 keypad overlay included with turn the numeric keypad into 10 your steam locomotive is designed to help command buttons. The keypad “stays you learn the auxiliary features specific open”... -
Page 15: Tuning Your Locomotive's Performance
TrainMaster Command operations Tuning your steam locomotive’s performance MOMENTUM press SET again; the R2LC remembers the stall Simulate the labored performance of a loco- setting until you change it. To clear stall, press SET twice, holding it for one second each time. motive pulling a heavy load with momentum. -
Page 16: Reprogramming R2Lc Circuit Boards To Restore Or Change Features
TrainMaster Command operations Reprogramming R2LC circuit boards to restore features ue to the inevitable derailments, static, tion would be unresponsiveness in Command and the nature of electricity, it is possi- mode. This can be easily remedied by “repro- ble that your R2LC could someday lose its gramming”... -
Page 17: Assigning Your Locomotive A New Id
TrainMaster Command operations Assigning your locomotive a new ID# s your fleet of Command-equipped Assign a new ID# to Example Lionels grows, give your locomotive its your Command- own ID#. Choose from any between 1 and equipped locomotive 99. Slide the locomotive’s PROGRAM/RUN Set the locomotive PROGRAM/RUN switch to PROGRAM. -
Page 18: Lubricating Your Steam Locomotive
Maintaining your locomotive Lubricating your steam locomotive elp your Lionel steam locomotive lead a reveals dryness on the parts indicated in the long and productive life on your rail- illustration. Remove accumulated dirt and road by maintaining it properly. dust before lubricating, and always lubricate... -
Page 19: Replacing Your Locomotive's Lamps And Tender Bulb
Lionel Service Center or Lionel Service. See to take your locomotive to your authorized the Lionel Service section on page 20 for Lionel Service Center for this bulb replace- more information. Reinstall the cab and the ment. -
Page 20: Lionel Service
Lionel product, including all to the nearest Authorized Lionel Service Station. mechanical and electrical components, Your nearest Lionel Service Station can be found by moving parts, motors and structural calling 1-800-4-Lionel, or by accessing our Website components, except for light bulbs, is warranted to at www.lionel.com.
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