Cleaning The Wheels, Tires And Track; Traction Tire Replacement Instructions - M.T.H. Premier 2-4-1A Operator's Manual

Grease Screws
Grease Pivot Screw (G)
Apply Oil to the Control Pin
Body Mount Screws
Figure 17: Lubricating The Grease Points

Cleaning the Wheels, Tires and Track

Periodically check the locomotive wheels and pickups for dirt and buildup, which can
cause poor electrical contact and traction as well as prematurely wear out the neoprene
traction tires.
Wheels and tires can be cleaned using denatured (not rubbing) alcohol applied with a
cotton swab.
Traction Tire Replacement
Instructions
(3-Rail Version Only)
Your 3-rail locomotive is equipped with two neoprene
rubber traction tires on the rear set of flanged drivers.
While these tires are extremely durable, you may need to replace them at some point.
1. Remove the side rods from the wheels in order to slip the new tire over the grooved
drive wheel. Make sure to note the position of all rods before removing.
2. Make sure the old tire has been completely removed from the groove in the drive wheel,
using a razor blade or small flathead screwdriver to pry away any remains.
3. Slip the new tire onto the wheel. You may find it useful to use two small flathead
screwdrivers to stretch the tire over the wheel.
4. If you twist the tire while stretching it over the wheel, you will need to remove and
reinstall the tire. Otherwise your engine will wobble while operating.
5. Make sure the tire is fully seated inside the groove. Use a razor blade to trim away any
excess tire that doesn't seat itself inside the groove properly.
6. Reinstall the side rods in the same positions as noted. Failure to align rods may cause
binding or damage to the drive system.
One set of replacement tires is packaged with your model. Additional sets are available
directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department (phone: 410-381-2580; e-mail: parts@mth-
railking.com; mail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532).
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