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Lionel UPS Centennial Owner's Manual

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73-0061-250
6/07
UPS
Centennial
®
Ready-to-Run Set
Owner's Manual
Cauti o n—ElECtri C toy
Cauti o n—ElECtri C toy
not rECommEndEd for ChildrEn undEr Eight yEars of agE. as with
not rECommEndEd for ChildrEn undEr Eight yEars of agE. as with
all ElECtriC produCts, prECautions should bE obsErvEd during
all ElECtriC produCts, prECautions should bE obsErvEd during
handli n g and usE to rEduCE thE ri s k of ElECtri C shoCk.
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.
TRanSfORMeR RaTingS—i n put: 120 vaC; 60 hz only.
aC output: 18 v; 80 va
aC output: 18 v; 80 va

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  • Page 1 73-0061-250 6/07 Centennial ® Ready-to-Run Set Owner’s Manual Cauti o n—ElECtri C toy Cauti o n—ElECtri C toy not rECommEndEd for ChildrEn undEr Eight yEars of agE. as with not rECommEndEd for ChildrEn undEr Eight yEars of agE. as with all ElECtriC produCts, prECautions should bE obsErvEd during 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 StationSounds ™ , Pullmor ® , ElectroCoupler ™ , Magne-Traction ® , CAB-1 ® Remote Controller, PowerMaster ® , Lionel ZW ® , ZW ® , PowerHouse ® , TMCC ® , Lionelville ™ , Lockon ® , Wireless Tether ™ , LionMaster ® , FatBoy ™ , American Flyer ® , TrainSounds ™ , CW-80 ™...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    • CW-80 Transformer with accessory wire • Three straight FasTrack track sections • Eight curved FasTrack track sections • One straight FasTrack terminal track section • Smoke fluid • Replacement traction tire • Owner’s Manual • Lionel RailRoader Club flyer...

  • Page 4: 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 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

    Creating your layout Joining the fasTrack track sections asTrack track sections join together easily. With interlocking roadbed sections and large rail tabs, the track fits together securely so you always get good electrical contact. Take a look at Figure 2 to see how to join the track sections. 1.

  • Page 7: Wiring Your Cw-80 Transformer

    Be sure that the blades are touching the metal post. 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.

  • Page 8: Running Your Train

    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 9: Adding Smoke Fluid To Your Locomotive's Smoke Generator

    13 for the location of the switch. The smoke generator requires the periodic addition of Lionel smoke fluid in order to function. A small bottle of smoke fluid is included with this set. Press down and unscrew the cap. Pierce the end of the nozzle with a pin, then add about four drops of fluid directly into the locomotive’s...

  • Page 10: Coupling

    Running your train Coupling hen coupling your cars, at least one of the mating couplers must be open as shown at the left in Figure 5. Press down on the lock release to open the coupler, then push the cars toward each other until they lock together.

  • Page 11: Experiencing The Features Of The Cw-80 Transformer

    Running your train experiencing the features of the CW-80 Transformer efer to Figure 6 on page 12 for the location of the Transformer features listed in this sec- tion. THROTTLE Push the throttle forward to increase track power. The markings on the throttle approxi- mate the percentage of full power.
  • Page 12 Cw-80 is on. Whistle/Horn activates the whistle or horn sound effect in your lionel locomotives. press Throttle Controls your locomotive’s speed. throw the whistlE/horn to begin the sound; release the button to end it.

  • Page 13: 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 14: Transformer Operation Powering Your Layout With The Cw-80 Transformer

    — 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 15: Maintaining And Servicing Your Set Lubricating Your Locomotive

    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 roll- ers, or your track.

  • Page 16: Replacing Your Locomotive's Traction Tire

    Refer to Figure 10. Remove the old traction tire from under the drive rod and slip on the replacement, Lionel part no. 600-0242-206. Replace the spacer, retighten the drive rod nut, and you’re ready to pull that long freight back to the yard.

  • Page 17: Replacing Your Square Window Caboose Lamp

    4. Pull the lamp straight up and out of the socket. Replace it with Lionel part no. 600-8352-311 or 630-8352-311, available at your authorized Lionel Service Center or Lionel Service.

  • Page 18: Advanced Connections: Powering Two Isolated Blocks With Two Transformers

    Maintaining and servicing your set 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 19: Troubleshooting

    Maintaining and servicing your set Troubleshooting No lights or operation Be sure CW-80 Transformer is plugged in. Train runs, but WHISTLE, and DIRECTION buttons do not work Check track connections. The track must be connected to the “A” and “U” terminals on the Transformer.

  • Page 20: 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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