Railfan Models TRANSFORMER 2 Assembly Instructions Manual

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TRANSFORMER 2 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Please note that the color of parts in your kit may vary from that shown in these instructions. Some pictures may not be the
exact parts of your transformer, but convey the process and what to look for when assembling the kit.

Preparation

1. You will need a clean flat work area 3 to 4 square feet in size.
2. Tools required are a small file, small angled needle nose pliers, and toothpicks.
3. Spray booth or well ventilated and clean area to paint.
4. Area where parts can be set aside without getting dirty or damaged.
5. Carefully remove the contents from the poly bag. Remove the parts from the packing
material. Do NOT open the small bag of detail parts at this time.
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Summary of Contents for Railfan Models TRANSFORMER 2

  • Page 1 TRANSFORMER 2 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Please note that the color of parts in your kit may vary from that shown in these instructions. Some pictures may not be the exact parts of your transformer, but convey the process and what to look for when assembling the kit.
  • Page 2 Assembly 1. Please note that the transformer design modeled in this kit has many small, fine features, which are delicate. Hold the panels by the edge to minimize the chance that any of those features get damaged. 2. Use medium viscosity CA glue only. No other glue will hold the parts together. Only a small amount of glue is necessary.
  • Page 3 4. Dry fit the sides and ends with the bottom to ensure a tight a proper fit with each piece. The corners should not have any gaps. Do not move to the next step until you are satisfied with the fitting of the parts. 5.
  • Page 4 8. Now dry fit and glue in the opposite side piece. 9. Dry fit and glue the other side to the assembly. 10. Dry fit the roof and remove. Apply CA to the side of the lip of the roof and replace on the top of the transformer.
  • Page 5 14. Glue the 6 large and 4 medium sized caps to the corresponding areas on the roof. Then glue 2 medium caps to the top sides, and 1 small cap to each lower side corner as shown. 15. The transformer is ready to prime and paint. We have found priming to be useful in achieving the best looking paint job, and highly recommend it.
  • Page 6 18. The transformer is now ready to place on your Railfan Models KRL 325 Ton heavy duty flat car.

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