Changing Decoders - Lionel 87-1811020 Owner's Manual

Changing decoders

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our locomotive is already equipped with a DCC decoder. If you wish to replace the Lionel decoder
with a decoder from another manufacturer, you can access all of the electronics inside the tender.
The Lionel electronics are plugged into a standard JST 9-pin connector.
Remove the tender body by removing the four screws in the corners of the tender floor.
1
REAR
Figure 13. Tender body screw locations
Unplug the 9-pin, 6-pin, and 3-pin connectors from the main board.
2
Remove
Figure 14. Main board inside tender
Remove the two screws holding the main board in place to remove it.
3
Insert the 9-pin plug into your new decoder.
4
If your new decoder supports sounds, follow the instructions with your decoder to connect
5
the speaker wires to the proper connections.
Note!
Note!
Replace the tender body and replace the screws.
6
If your decoder does not already include resistors to protect the LED head-
light and back up light, we recommend installing a 300Ω resistor in line
with each LED to prevent burn out.
Lionel is not responsible for damages caused by after-market decoders.
Body Screws
25
FRONT