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Lionel Maritime ExplorationReady-to-Run Train Set Owner's Manual

Lionel Maritime ExplorationReady-to-Run Train Set Owner's Manual

Ready-to-run train set, 120 vac; 60 hz, 18 v; 80 va
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Maritime Exploration
Maritime Exploration
Ready-to-Run Train Set
Ready-to-Run Train Set
Owner's Manual
Owner's Manual
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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 73-0187-250 4/12 Maritime Exploration Maritime Exploration Ready-to-Run Train Set Ready-to-Run Train Set Owner’s Manual Owner’s Manual Featuring 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 • Eight curved FasTrack track sections • One straight FasTrack terminal track section • Replacement traction tire • DVD • Owner’s Manual The following Lionel marks are used throughout this Owner’s Manual and are protected under law. All rights reserved. Lionel ® , LEGACY ™...

  • 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 Connecting your CW-80 Transformer Running your train Running your train set Diesel exhaust Coupling Experiencing the features of the CW-80 Transformer...

  • Page 4: Creating Your Layout

    • 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: Connecting 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 Creating your layout Connecting 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

    Diesel exhaust section below for additional information. 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. 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: Experiencing The Features Of The Cw-80 Transformer

    Running your train Experiencing the features of the CW-80 Transformer Refer to Figure 6 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 Press WHISTLE to begin the sound; forward to increase locomotive speed, backward to slow 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: 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. Whistle/Horn Press the WHISTLE/HORN button on your transformer to sound the horn.

  • Page 15: 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 8. Front of the locomotive Volume control knob (located on the frame). Rotate the truck to access this control. SMOKE Rear of the locomotive Figure 8.

  • Page 16: Cw-80 Transformer Operation

    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 17: 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 18: Maintaining And Servicing Your Set 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 19: Replacing Your Locomotive's Traction Tire

    Refer to Figure 10. 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. For more information, see page 24.

  • Page 20: Replacing The Lamp In Your Porthole Caboose

    2. Lift the body off the frame. 3. Pull the lamp out of the socket and replace it with part no. 6000161300, available from your authorized Lionel Service Center or Lionel Servicew. 4. Place the body back onto the frame and replace the four screws.

  • Page 21: Removing The Submarine From The Flatcar

    Maintaining and servicing your set Removing the submarine from the flatcar his product comes packaged with the submarine mounted on the flatcar. To detach the submarine, simply slide it forward or backward until the ribs on the submarine body clear the brackets on the flatcar.

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    Be sure that the Smoke Unit switch is in the ON position. Add four to six drops of smoke fluid if you have not done so already. 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 23: Fcc Statement

    Maintaining and servicing your set 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 24: Limited Warranty/Lionel Service

    (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.

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