Lionel Honda Flyer Train Set Owner's Manual
Lionel Honda Flyer Train Set Owner's Manual

Lionel Honda Flyer Train Set Owner's Manual

Flyer ready-to-run set 120 vac; 60 hz, 18 v; 80 va

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73-0055-250
7/06
Flyer Ready-to-Run Set
Owner's Manual
CAUTI O N—ELECTRI C TOY
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHI L DREN UNDER EI G HT YEARS OF AGE. AS WI T H ALL
ELECTRI C PRODUCTS, PRECAUTI O NS SHOULD BE OBSERVED DURI N G HANDLI N G
AND USETO PREVENT ELECTRI C SHOCK.
TRANSFORMER RATINGS—I N PUT:120VAC; 60 HZ ONLY.
AC OUTPUT:18V; 80VA
©Honda

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  • Page 1 73-0055-250 7/06 Flyer Ready-to-Run Set Owner’s Manual CAUTI O N—ELECTRI C TOY NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHI L DREN UNDER EI G HT YEARS OF AGE. AS WI T H ALL ELECTRI C PRODUCTS, PRECAUTI O NS SHOULD BE OBSERVED DURI N G HANDLI N G AND USETO PREVENT ELECTRI C SHOCK.
  • Page 2 Congratulations! ongratulations on your purchase of the ready-to-run Honda Flyer Train Set! This set fea- tures everything you need to get started—a mighty CW-80 Transformer, a huge loop of easy-to-assemble FasTrack track, a string of detailed cars, and a powerful Lionel locomotive.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Creating your layout Operating your CW-80 Transformer safely Building your Lionel layout Joining the FasTrack track sections Wiring your CW-80 Transformer Running your train Running your train set Adding smoke fluid to your locomotive’s smoke generator Coupling...
  • Page 4: Creating Your Layout 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

    Figure 5. Drawbar connection 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: Adding Smoke Fluid To Your Locomotive's Smoke Generator

    13 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, then add about four drops of fluid directly into the locomotive’s stack.
  • Page 11: 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 12 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 12 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 for- Press WHISTLE to begin the sound; ward to increase locomotive speed, backward to slow it release the button to end it.
  • Page 13: 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 14: Transformer Operation 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 15: 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 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 rollers, or your track.
  • Page 17: Replacing Your Locomotive's Headlamp

    2. Lift the smoke unit out far enough from the cab to allow lamp extraction. 3. Pull the lamp straight out and replace it with Lionel part no. 600-0161-300, available from your nearest authorized Lionel Service Center or from Lionel Service. Be careful not to twist the lamp, or it may break.
  • Page 18: Assembling The Short Extension Bridge

    Maintaining and servicing your set Assembling the short extension bridge he numbers as shown in Figure 13 indicate the order in which the structure is assembled. Snap the bridge parts together. No cementing or gluing is required. Bend slightly at the center to fit bridge angle.
  • Page 19: Advanced Connections: Powering Two Isolated Blocks With Two Transformers

    Maintaining and servicing your set Advanced connections: powering two isolated blocks with two transformers s you expand your layout, you may decide to create two isolated blocks of track. Trains in each block are controlled by separate transformers. Before you operate your trains on this type of layout, be sure that your transformers are in phase.
  • Page 20: Limited Warranty/Lionel Service

    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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