Running your train
Coupling
W
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.
Note!
Keep in mind that it's easier to couple cars on a straight stretch of track.
Figure 6. Coupler operation
Securing the cars
S
ecure the cars to the flatcar as shown in Figure 7.
Figure 7. Securing the cars
Lock release
Tie downs
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