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73-0118-250
5/09
a Christmas story
a Christmas story
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 fourtEEn yEars of agE. as
wi t h all ElECtri C produCts, prECauti o ns should bE obsErvEd duri n g
handli n g and usE to prEvEnt 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 73-0118-250 5/09 a Christmas story a Christmas story 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 fourtEEn yEars of agE. as wi t h all ElECtri C produCts, prECauti o ns should bE obsErvEd duri n g handli n g and usE to prEvEnt ElECtri C shoCk.
- Page 2 Expand your railroad empire with additional FasTrack track sections, enhance your layout with accessories, lengthen your consist with extra cars, or operate a new locomotive at the head end of your train! Explore the possibilities at your authorized Lionel dealer.
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Page 3: Fcc Statement
© Turner Entertainment Co. WB SHIELD: TM & © Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (s09) The following Lionel marks may be used throughout this instruction manual and are protected under law. All rights reserved. Lionel , TrainMaster... -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Reverse unit procedure CW-80 Transformer operation Powering your layout with the CW-80 Transformer Maintaining and servicing your set Lubricating your locomotive Replacing your locomotive’s traction tire Replacing your locomotive’s headlamp Replacing your porthole caboose lamp Troubleshooting Lionel Limited Warranty Policy & Service... -
Page 5: Creating Your Layout
• To avoid the risk of electrical shock, do not disassemble the unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside. If damaged, take this product to an authorized Lionel Service Center. A list of autho- rized Service Centers is packed with this unit. -
Page 6: 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 7: Joining The Fastrack Track Sections
Tighten the thumbscrew to secure the connection. 3. Loosen the black TRACK thumbscrew terminal, then slide the black spade-shaped connector into position. Tighten the thumbscrew to secure the connection. Be sure that the blades are touching the metal post. Tighten the thumbscrew to secure the connection. 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: Wiring Your Cw-80 Transformer
Creating your layout Wiring your CW-80 Transformer (continued) 5. Plug the CW-80 Transformer into your wall outlet (120 volts). As your layout expands, you may also make power connections with the stripped ends of wires, placing no more than two wires on each terminal. For best performance on large layouts, it is recommended that you use 16-gauge wire to connect your CW-80 Transformer to the track. -
Page 9: Running Your Train
Figure 5. Drawbar connection Power up your locomotive with your transformer. Your locomotive is designed to operate on 7-15 volts alternating current. Virtually all Lionel and Lionel-compatible alternating-current transformers are suitable. Do not power your locomotive with direct-current (DC) transformers. note! The locomotive was designed for use with alternating-current (AC) transformers only. -
Page 10: Adding Smoke Fluid To Your Locomotive's Smoke Generator
14 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 tip on the nozzle. -
Page 11: 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 6. Press down on the lock release to open the coupler, then push the cars toward each other until they lock together. -
Page 12: Experiencing The Features Of The Cw-80 Transformer
Running your train experiencing the features of the CW-80 Transformer Refer to Figure 7 on page 13 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 approximate the percentage of full power. - Page 13 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.
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Page 14: 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 15: Cw-80 Transformer Operation
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 16: 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 17: Replacing Your Locomotive's Traction Tire
Refer to Figure 11. 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 screw, and you’r e ready to pull that long freight back to the yard. -
Page 18: Replacing The Lamp In Your Porthole Caboose
3. Pull the lamp out of the socket and replace it with part no. 600-0161-300, available from your authorized Lionel Service Center or Lionel Service in Chesterfield, MI. 4. Place the body back onto the frame and replace the four screws. -
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: Lionel Limited Warranty Policy & Service
LLC), if available. In the event a comparable model is not available the customer will be refunded the original purchase price (requires proof of purchase from the Lionel Authorized Retailer* it was originally purchased). Any products on which warranty service is sought must be sent freight or postage prepaid (Lionel will refuse any package when postage is due). Transportation and shipping charges are not covered as part of this warranty.