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Lionel Amtrak Owner's Manual

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73-0029-250
4/05
Amtrak
Amtrak
Ready-to-Run Train Set
Ready-to-Run Train Set
Owner's Manual
Owner's Manual
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 73-0029-250 4/05 Amtrak Amtrak Ready-to-Run Train Set Ready-to-Run Train Set Owner’s Manual Owner’s Manual 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.
  • Page 2 In the event that such conditions exist, the transformer should not be used until properly repaired. The following Lionel marks may be used throughout this instruction manual and are protected under law. All rights reserved. Lionel ®...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Replacing your locomotive’s lamp Replacing the lamp in your passenger cars Advanced connections: powering two isolated blocks with two transformers Troubleshooting Limited Warranty/Lionel Service Amtrak Train Set Inventory • FA locomotive • Two coaches • Observation car • CW-80 Transformer with accessory wire •...

  • 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 3 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 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 4. Controller connections...

  • Page 9: Running Your Train Running Your Train Set

    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

    Running your train Experiencing the features of the CW-80 Transformer Refer to Figure 6 on page 11 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 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 for- Press WHISTLE to begin the sound; ward to increase locomotive speed, backward to slow it 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: Transformer Operation Powering Your Layout With The Cw-80 Transformer

    CW-80 Transformer operation 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 14: 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 15: 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 16: Replacing Your Locomotive's Traction Tire

    2. Disengage the body from the tab on front of the frame and lift away the body. 3. Pull the lamp straight out and replace it with Lionel part no. 600-0161-300, available from your authorized Lionel Service Center or from Lionel Service. Be careful not to twist the lamp, or it may break.

  • Page 17: Replacing The Lamp In Your Passenger Cars

    See Figure 10. Once these screws are removed, you can lift off the roof, remove the expired lamp, and then install the replacement. Replace the roof and the two screws on the underside of the frame. Lionel part no. 600-8352-310 Figure 10. Lamp replacement...

  • 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 that the CW-80 Transformer is plugged in and the 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 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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