Set Up Checklist Assemble RealTrax® Lubricate the engine Connect the transformer Place the engine and cars on the track and couple them together Apply power to run as described in the Basic Operation section of these instructions Set Includes Steam Locomotive and Tender 3 Cars 4-Pieces...
Getting Started ® Assembling RealTrax The quick connectors and built-in roadbed allow you to set up RealTrax anywhere, including carpeted surfaces. Knock-out must be removed Remove knock-out from STEP STEP STEP STEP STEP before remote lock-on can outer edge of track by be installed holding and twisting up Insert lock-on into...
Lubricating and Greasing the Engine DO NOT DO NOT Before operating, lubricate all exposed moving parts using a multi-purpose OVER OIL OVER OIL oil (available with M.T.H.'s Maintenance Kit, sold separately) or a light household oil. Follow the lubrication points. Lubricate Idler Gears Leading Truck Pivot Point and Axle...
Basic Operation The Throttle knob controls how fast your train will travel. The locomotive is stopped, started and reversed by means of the reversing ‘E-Unit’ located inside the locomotive. The E-Unit is a three position sequence relay which cycles whenever current to the locomotive is interrupted. This can be done by operating the ‘direction’...
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Whistle- If your model includes a whistle, to sound the whistle, firmly press the horn/whistle button on your transformer or controller. The whistle will sound for as long as you continue to depress the button. It will stop when you release the button.
Maintenance Lubricating and Greasing Instructions The engine should be oiled and greased in order to run properly. Regularly lubricate all axles and linkage components, including pickup roller DO NOT DO NOT axles, to prevent squeaking. Use light household oil, such as that found in OVER OIL OVER OIL M.T.H.'s maintenance kit.
Lubrication Lubricate pickup rollers, where axle Use a light household oil for lubrication. meets wheel and Apply oil sparingly, using a toothpick or where axle meets small applicator. Add a drop of oil to the truck side. axle holes in the front and rear of each wheel (see photo below).
Locomotive Light Bulb Replacement Rotate the headlight bulb counter-clockwise to remove. Removable Light Passenger Car Light Bulb Replacement To replace the interior light bulbs remove the screw in the center of the roof plate. Replaceable Light Roof Plate Screw No. 249 Steam Freight/Passenger Set (Traditional)
Service & Warranty Information How to Get Service Under the Terms of the Limited One-Year Warranty When you suspect an item is defective, please check the operator's manual for standard operation and trouble-shooting techniques that may correct the problem. Additional information may be found on the M.T.H.
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