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73-0211-250
8/13
BNSF Maxi-Stack
BNSF Maxi-Stack
Ready-to-Run Set
Ready-to-Run 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 73-0211-250 8/13 BNSF Maxi-Stack BNSF Maxi-Stack Ready-to-Run Set Ready-to-Run 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: Table Of Contents
Replacing your locomotive’s lamps Replacing the lamp in your extended vision caboose Troubleshooting FCC Statement Limited Warranty/Lionel Service The following Lionel marks are used throughout this Owner’s Manual and are protected under law. All rights reserved. Lionel , LEGACY , FasTrack... -
Page 4: Operating Your Cw-80 Transformer Safely
• Parents should periodically inspect this product for potential hazards and, if necessary, have them repaired by an authorized Lionel Service Center. In the event that such a condi- tion exists, the transformer should not be used until it has been properly repaired. -
Page 5: 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 6: Joining The Fastrack Track Sections
Creating your layout Joining the FasTrack track sections asTrack track sections join together easily. With interlocking roadbed sections and large rail tabs, the track fits together securely so you always get good electrical contact. Take a look at Figure 3 to see how to join the track sections. 1. -
Page 7: Wiring Your Cw-80 Transformer
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. 5. Plug the CW-80 Transformer into your wall outlet (120 volts). -
Page 8: Wiring Your Cw-80 Transformer
Creating your layout Wiring your CW-80 Transformer (continued) FasTrack terminal section Spade-shaped connector TRACK ACCESSORY 120/60z 0~18VAC 0~18VAC Notch Figure 4. Controller connections... -
Page 9: Running Your Train Set
Refer to the following section for information on coupling the cars. Power up your locomotive with your transformer. Your locomotive is designed to operate on 7-15 volts alternating cur- rent. Virtually all Lionel and Lionel-compatible alternating-current transformers are suitable. Note! Do not power your locomotive with direct-current (DC) transformers. -
Page 10: 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 5. Press down on the lock release to open the coupler, then push the cars toward each other until they lock together. -
Page 11: Stacking The Containers
This will keep the upper container from sliding around. In order to lift each container separately with a Lionel Intermodal Crane, the ribbed con- tainer must be on the bottom as shown in Figure 6. -
Page 12: Expanding The Maxi-Stack Into A Unit Train
Running your train Expanding the Maxi-Stack into a unit train f you wish to articulate your Maxi-Stack with additional sets, you will need to add on to the ends of each set. Refer to Figure 9 on page 14 to help identify the parts. Do not over-tighten the screws or damage could be caused to the cars and connectors. - Page 13 Running your train Expanding the Maxi-Stack into a unit train (continued) 3. Install the female articulating connector using the screw removed in step 2. 4. On the second Maxi-Stack Set, remove the truck from the brakewheel end. Again, use a 3/16”...
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Page 14: Expanding The Maxi-Stack Into A Unit Train
Running your train Expanding the Maxi-Stack into a unit train (continued) SCREW A Joins the two articulating connectors that connect the two cars in the center and mounts the plain truck to the pair of connectors. SCREW B Mounts the two operating coupler trucks to the end platforms. SCREW C Joins the end platforms to the body and the male/female articu- lating connectors to the body. -
Page 15: Experiencing The Features Of The Cw-80 Transformer
Running your train Experiencing the features of the CW-80 Transformer Refer to Figure 10 on page 16 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 approxi- mate the percentage of full power. -
Page 16: Experiencing The Features Of The Cw-80 Transformer
CW-80 is on. Whistle Activates the whistle or horn sound Throttle effect in your Lionel locomotives. Controls your locomotive’s speed. Throw the throttle Press WHISTLE to begin the sound; forward to increase locomotive speed, backward to slow release the button to end it. -
Page 17: 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 18: Reverse Unit Procedure
Running your train Reverse unit procedure (continued) Direction control button Whistle control button Throttle Bell control button Figure 12. Direction control button location... -
Page 19: Operating The Railsounds Rtr Sound System
Running your train Operating the RailSounds RTR sound system hen you power up the locomotive on the track, you will hear the sounds of the idling diesel motor. As you increase speed, the RPM sounds will ramp up through two levels. Refer to Figure 10 on page 16 for the location of the controls. -
Page 20: Adjusting The Volume
Running your train Adjusting the volume se the volume control knob on the underside of the locomotive to adjust the volume. Refer to Figure 13. Use a small screwdriver to access the volume control knob. Front of the locomotive Volume control knob (located on the frame). -
Page 21: Powering Your Layout With The Cw-80 Transformer
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 22: Setting The Accessory Output
— from crossing signals to coal and lumber loaders — available at your authorized Lionel dealer. When you are ready to operate your new accessory, the CW-80 Transformer allows you to choose how much power your accessory receives with programmable accessory output. -
Page 23: Lubricating Your Locomotive
Maintaining and servicing your set Lubricating your locomotive elp your Lionel locomotive lead a long and productive life on your railroad by maintain- ing it properly. 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... -
Page 24: Replacing Your Locomotive's Traction Tire
Refer to Figure 15. Carefully remove the lamp assembly from the bracket, then gently pull the expired lamp from its socket. Replace the expired lamp with Lionel part no. 6308352311, available from your Factory-Trained Authorized Lionel Service Center or Lionel Service. For more informa- tion, see page 28. -
Page 25: Replacing The Lamp In Your Extended Vision Caboose
Maintaining and servicing your set Replacing the lamp in your extended vision caboose our caboose is illuminated by one lamp (Lionel part no. 161300). During the course of normal operations, you may find that your lamp requires replacement. Replacement lamps are available at your authorized Lionel Service Center or from Lionel Service. -
Page 26: Troubleshooting
Switch the wire connections at the Transformer terminals. The U terminal should be con- nected to the outside (common) rail. We invite you to visit www.lionel.com and click on the Customer Services tab to order parts and access other important service information. -
Page 27: Fcc Statement
FCC Statement Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Notes: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. -
Page 28: Product Description
(or copy) from an Authorized Lionel Retailer*, will at the discretion of Lionel LLC, be repaired or replaced, without charge for parts or labor. In the event the defective product cannot be repaired, and a suitable replacement is not available, Lionel will offer to replace the product with a comparable model (determined by Lionel LLC), if available.