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Lionel Three Rivers Fast Freight Owner's Manual

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Three Rivers Fast Freight
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CAUTI O N—ELECTRI C TOY
CAUTI O N—ELECTRI C TOY
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHI L DREN UNDER FOURTEEN YEARS OF AGE.
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHI L DREN UNDER FOURTEEN YEARS OF AGE.
AS WITH ALL ELECTRIC PRODUCTS, PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE OBSERVED
AS WITH ALL ELECTRIC PRODUCTS, PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE OBSERVED
DURI N G HANDLI N G AND USE TO REDUCE THE RI S K OF ELECTRI C SHOCK.
DURI N G HANDLI N G AND USE TO REDUCE THE RI S K OF ELECTRI C SHOCK.
TRANSFORMER RATINGS—I N PUT: 120 VAC; 60 HZ ONLY.
TRANSFORMER RATINGS—I N PUT: 120 VAC; 60 HZ ONLY.
AC OUTPUT: 18 V; 80 VA
AC OUTPUT: 18 V; 80 VA
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  • Page 1 71-1170-250 7/10 Featuring Three Rivers Fast Freight Ready-to-Run Train Set Owner’s Manual CAUTI O N—ELECTRI C TOY CAUTI O N—ELECTRI C TOY NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHI L DREN UNDER FOURTEEN YEARS OF AGE. NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHI L DREN UNDER FOURTEEN YEARS OF AGE.

  • Page 2: Operation

    TrainSounds sound system! This set features everything you need to get started—a mighty CW-80 Transformer, a huge loop of FasTrack track, a string of detailed cars, and a powerful Lionel locomotive. Plus, you get the authentic locomotive sounds of the TrainSounds sound system.

  • Page 3: Trainsounds Sound System Operations

    Replacing your Porthole Caboose lamp Troubleshooting Advanced connections: powering two isolated blocks with two transformers Limited Warranty/Lionel Service The following Lionel marks are used throughout this catalog and are protected under law. All rights reserved. Lionel , LEGACY , TrainMaster...

  • 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, two straight, and one terminal section of track. The set also includes an Uncoupling Track and a 5” straight track section. Figure 1 provides some examples of layouts that you can build with these track sections.

  • 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 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 71-1170-250_ThreeRivers_Fast Frt.indd 8 7/26/10 2:44 PM...

  • Page 9: Running Your Train Set

    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 Running your train Experiencing the features of the CW-80 Transformer Refer to Figure 6 on page 11 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 11 CW-80 is on. Whistle Activates the whistle or horn sound Throttle effect in Lionel locomotives. Press Controls your locomotive’s speed. Throw the throttle WHISTLE to begin the sound; release forward to increase locomotive speed, backward to slow the button to end it.

  • Page 12: Adding Smoke Fluid To Your Locomotive's Smoke Generator

    14 for the location of the switch. The smoke generator requires the periodic addition of Lionel smoke fluid in order to func- tion. 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 13 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 7. Simply press down on the lock release to open the coupler, then push the cars toward each other until they lock together.

  • Page 14: Reverse Unit Procedure

    Running your train Reverse unit procedure he electronic reverse unit inside your Lionel locomotive acts like the trans- mission in a car. When you apply power to the track, the locomotive moves in the direction specified by the reverse unit—or...

  • Page 15: Trainsounds Sound System Operation

    TrainSounds sound system operation Operating the TrainSounds sound system our TrainSounds Tender was designed to operate at approximately 6 to 18 volts (AC). When you power up the locomotive on the track, you will hear the sounds of the idling steam locomotive.

  • Page 16: Transformer Operations

    CW-80 Transformer operations 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

    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 roll- ers, or your track.

  • Page 19: Adding Fluid To Your Locomotive's Smoke Stack

    The smoke generator requires the periodic addition of Lionel smoke fluid in order to func- tion. Pierce the tube end with a pin, then add four to eight drops of fluid directly into the locomotive’s stack.

  • Page 20: Replacing Your Locomotive's Traction Tires

    To replace the traction tires, simply use a 3/16” nut driver to remove the side rod nut from the wheel and slip off the old traction tire. Refer to Figure 12. Install the replacement, Lionel part no. 620-8616-206. Retighten the side rod nut, and you’r e ready to pull that long freight back to the yard.

  • Page 21: 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. 600-0161-300, available from your authorized Lionel Service Center or Lionel Servicew. 4. Place the body back onto the frame and replace the four screws.

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    Maintaining and servicing your set Troubleshooting No lights or operation Be sure that the CW-80 Transformer is plugged in and the wires are connected. Train runs, but WHISTLE, BELL, and DIRECTION buttons do not work Check track connections. The track must be connected to the “A” and “U” terminals on the Transformer.

  • Page 23: 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 24: Lionel Limited Warranty Policy & 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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