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- Page 2 Screw the blast pipe into the top of the valve block, center hole. This pipe will need to be centralized under the chimney when the smoke box is in place. It is quite soft and can be bent to shape as required. info@maxitrak.co.uk Copyright maxitrak 2010...
- Page 3 (M5 by 16). Smoke box and boiler bolts can be given a final tighten and the smoke box sealed. Fit the chimney and chimney top to the smoke box. info@maxitrak.co.uk Copyright maxitrak 2010...
- Page 4 Make sure the O ring is in place on the front of the boiler outlet pipe, fix in place with 3 M4 by 20 stainless bolts. The bottom of the pipe is connected to the valve block with a brass banjo bolt, sealed with washers top and bottom. info@maxitrak.co.uk Copyright maxitrak 2010...
- Page 5 The return pipe from the bypass valve (A) can be fitted but the other end can be left until the tank is in place. info@maxitrak.co.uk Copyright maxitrak 2010...
- Page 6 Inside it needs to be shaped so the nozzle end lays beside the blast pipe and points directly at the base of the chimney. Hold it in place with a twist of copper wire round the blast pipe. info@maxitrak.co.uk Copyright maxitrak 2010...
- Page 7 M4 nut once in place. Drill through the hole in the back buffer beam in to the back of the step, secure the step to the buffer beam with an M2 by 8 nut and bolt. info@maxitrak.co.uk Copyright maxitrak 2010...
- Page 8 Once you are happy with the position mark through the hole in the frame on to the ash pan both sides. Remove the ash pan and drill 4mm dia, refit to check the positions are correct. info@maxitrak.co.uk Copyright maxitrak 2010...
- Page 9 Finishing touches, you can buy from maxitrak touch up paint in the right colours for touching up nut’s & bolts, and its a good idea to give all the body colour parts a good coat of wax so it has protection against water and oil from day to day running.
- Page 10 If in any doubt about any part for operation of the steam engine, consult a competent person. Ensure that the steam engine is in good mechanical condition before each use. This includes checking for loose nuts and bolts, fittings, etc. LIGHTING UP info@maxitrak.co.uk Copyright maxitrak 2010...
- Page 11 BLOWER down as pressure increases until it is open just a touch at full working pressure. Check that the SAFETY VALVES are lifting correctly. It may be necessary to adjust the SAFETY VALES on the very first run. Screw the spring retainer down to increase pressure and up to reduce pressure. info@maxitrak.co.uk Copyright maxitrak 2010...
- Page 12 The CROSSHEAD PUMP or AXLE PUMP only works when the loco is in motion, use the hand pump to top up water when the train is stationary. The water in the tank will be used rapidly, lift the lid on the tank and check the level, refill as required. info@maxitrak.co.uk Copyright maxitrak 2010...
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Page 13: Finishing The Run
The BOILER will need to be ‘de-furred’ occasionally, Use a commercial kettle de-furring solution, following the accompanying instructions. A furred BOILER should be suspected when the BLOWDOWN VALVE appears blocked or sluggish when fully open. Use of clean rain water will help prevent furring of the BOILER. info@maxitrak.co.uk Copyright maxitrak 2010... - Page 14 7.1 – Blower blocked Clear with a pin 7.2 - Incorrect nozzle position Point the nozzle directly up the chimney 7.3 – Air leaks in the smokebox Check the seals and fit of the smokebox PROBLEM CAUSE CURE info@maxitrak.co.uk Copyright maxitrak 2010...
- Page 15 CAUSE CURE PROBLEM 12- Lubricator Failure 12.1 – No oil feed Check for blockage in pipe and (displacement type) needle valve. Remove and clean as info@maxitrak.co.uk Copyright maxitrak 2010...
- Page 16 Check for scoring on the valve portface or NEW VALVES OFTEN LEAK WHEN NEW until bedded in 16 - Valve gear will not notch- 16.1 - Wear in valve gear. Fit new brushes to eccentrics, rods, etc. info@maxitrak.co.uk Copyright maxitrak 2010...
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