Lubricating Your Steam Locomotive - Lionel Hudson Owner's Manual

Maintaining your locomotive

Lubricating your steam locomotive

H elp your Lionel steam locomotive lead a
long and productive life on your rail-
road by maintaining it properly. We recom-
mend that you purchase a Lionel Lubrication
and Maintenance Kit (no. 6-62927), avail-
able 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 steam locomotive's
wheels, contact rollers, or your track.
Lubricate axle ends
with Lionel oil sparingly
Cab screws
Figure 6. Lubrication points
Lubricate rod ends, both sides
with Lionel oil sparingly
Lubricate with Lionel
oil sparingly
Lubricate with Lionel grease sparingly
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You'll know your steam locomotive
requires lubrication when visual inspection
reveals dryness on the parts indicated in the
illustration. Remove accumulated dirt and
dust before lubricating, and always lubricate
any locomotive emerging from prolonged
storage. Also, lightly lubricate the steam
locomotive's side rods after every 10 hours of
operation.
Lubricate axle ends
with Lionel oil sparingly
Cab screw