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Maintenance
Lubricating and Greasing Instructions
The engine should be well oiled and greased in order to run properly.
Regularly lubricate all axles and pickup rollers to prevent squeaking.
Use light household oil, such as that found in M.T.H.'s maintenance
kit. Do not over oil. Use only a drop or two on each pivot point.
Lubricate Wheel Axles (L)
Figure 3
The locomotive's internal gearing was greased at the factory and should not need
additional grease. However, it will be necessary to lubricate the idler gears located
next to the drive wheels with grease every 25 hours of operation. Follow the
greasing points illustrated in Figure 4.
Figure 4
Use a light household oil for lubrication. Apply oil sparingly, using a toothpick or
small applicator. Add a drop of oil to the axle holes in the front and rear of each
wheel, to each side of the pickup roller axle, and above and below the clip on the
coupler arm pivot (see Figure 5, below). Wipe away excess oil with a cotton swab.
Figure 5
Lubricate Pick Up Rollers Axles (L)
Grease Idler Gear (G)
Lubricate Pick Up Rollers
Tinplate IVES 3243 R Electric Locomotive
Bushings
Lubricate Wheel Axles (L)
Lubricate Wheel Axles
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DO NOT
DO NOT
DO NOT
OVER OIL
OVER OIL
OVER OIL
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