Disappearing hobo feature on the Observation car Using 9.6 volt rechargeable batteries (not included) Cleaning the track Troubleshooting Limited Warranty/Lionel Service The following Lionel marks may be used throughout this instruction manual and are protected under law. All rights reserved. Lionel ® , TrainMaster ®...
Track assembly and layout Joining the track sections oin the track sections together by placing them on a flat surface and inserting the plastic tabs of each track section into the corresponding openings of the next section. Press or squeeze the ties together to connect. This may require the help of an adult. Recheck all track connection points upon completing your layout to be sure they are secure.
Track assembly and layout Layouts These are three possible layouts you can make with the track provided. See Figure 2. Circle • Connect all curved track Extended Circle • Make 4 ninety degree curve sections by joining 3 curved sections each •...
Operation your Polar Express train Connecting the engine and coal tender lace the engine on the track first. Be sure that all wheels are within the track rails. Next insert the power plug into the receptacle in the center back of the engine platform. See Figure 5.
Operation your Polar Express train Power switches on the wireless controller urn the power switch on the side of the wireless remote to the up or ON position. The red light at the top of the speed dial will illuminate to tell you the controller is on. Turn the power switch on the Wireless Controller to the down position or OFF when not in use.
Operation your Polar Express train Power activation button on the engine ress the grey Power Activation button located on top of the boiler just in front of the cab area of the engine. The light in the front of the engine and stationary sounds will come on to indicate the train is operational.
Maintenance and operations Disappearing hobo feature on Observation car. o make the Hobo disappear just press the snow directly behind the Hobo and continue turning the platform until it snaps into palace. To make the Hobe reappear just press the snow on the panel just in front of the footsteps and continue to rotate platform until it snaps into place.
Maintenance and operations Using . Volt rechargeable batteries (not included) pen the battery compartment by sliding the locking tab forward on the top rear of the tender.Then lift tender lid by curved angled rib and pulling backward. Refer to Figure 4 on page 7.
Maintenance and operations Cleaning the track t is very important to keep the track and wheels free from dirt and grease. Wipe them with a soft cloth whenever they get dirty. This will help the engine run more efficiently.
Maintenance and operations Troubleshooting Train will not run and engine light is not on. 1. Check if engine automatically timed out and shut off by pressing the engines Power Activation button (see page 10). 2. Check that the wire connecting the engine and coal tender is securely in its socket. After checking this connection press the Power Activation button (see page 8).
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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