BACHMANN EUROPE Plc 36-565 User manual

Bachmann Train Controller
Operating Instructions
Many thanks for purchasing one of our Bachmann Train Controllers. Please read this leaet before using. This
controller is suitable for use with DC (analogue) model railways in N, HO, OO and On30 scales.
Please retain this leaet for future reference.
• 12v DC Train Controller (0.7amp power output)
• Mains Plug Power Transformer
• Track Power Clip
• Connector Lead for Power Clip
• Connector Lead with Plain End (for use with alternative track wiring methods)
Welcome
1. Contents
2. Setting Up
Apertures for
Power Clip
Track
Power Clip
Transformer
Lead Jack
Direction
Switch
Speed Dial
Connector
Lead Jack
Connector
Lead for
Power Clip
Apertures for
Power Clip
Track
Power Clip
Transformer
Lead Jack
Direction
Switch
Speed Dial
Connector
Lead Jack
Connector
Lead for
Power Clip
Apertures for
Power Clip
Track
Power Clip
Transformer
Lead Jack
Direction
Switch
Speed Dial
Connector
Lead Jack
Connector
Lead for
Power Clip
Apertures for
Power Clip
Track
Power Clip
Transformer
Lead Jack
Direction
Switch
Speed Dial
Connector
Lead Jack
Connector
Lead for
Power Clip
g.1
g.2
g.4
g.3
36-565 Instruction Sheet
1. Connect the Track Power Clip to the track.
- Most pieces of track will have two apertures in the plastic beneath the rails, between the sleepers. These
apertures accommodate the forks of the Track Power Clip. Thread the forks of the Power Clip into these
apertures until the body of the clip touches the track sleepers. (gs.1, 2 & 3)
2. Plug the Connector Lead with
Socket into the Track Power Clip.
(g.3)
3. Plug the other end of the
Connector Lead into the Train
Controller. (g.4)
4. Plug the Transformer Lead
into the Controller. Check that
the Speed Control Dial is turned
down and then plug into the
mains socket. (g.4)

36-565 Instruction Sheet - 1807
3. Operation
4. Replacement Parts
5. Safety Advice
Apertures for
Power Clip
Track
Power Clip
Transformer
Lead Jack
Direction
Switch
Speed Dial
Connector
Lead Jack
Connector
Lead for
Power Clip
g.5
The Bachmann Train Controller
features a Speed Dial and a
Direction Switch. (g.5)
To operate, rst check that the
speed dial is in the lowest position
and place your locomotive on the
track.
Set the Direction Switch as desired
and turn the Speed Dial clockwise
to increase the speed and anti-
clockwise to reduce the speed.
If the locomotive moves in the
opposite direction to that selected
simply reverse the orientation of
the plug in the track power clip.
(g.3)
Please note: Your Bachmann
Controller is tted with a short circuit
and overload protector. If your
controller has cut out; disconnect
the power supply, check and
rectify any possible cause of short
circuit and wait 15 minutes before
reconnecting the power supply and
recommencing operation.
Track power clips (36-602) and Connector Leads (36-611) are available as spares from your local Bachmann retailer.
• Not suitable for persons under the age of 14 years.
• Remove Transformer from the mains socket when not in use.
• DO NOT USE if the transformer wires have been broken or damaged.
• For repair advice contact Bachmann Service Department by email on [email protected] or
by phone [phone].
• Suitable for indoor use only.
Bachmann Europe Plc
Moat Way, Barwell, Leicestershire, LE9 8EY, England.
www.bachmann.co.uk
This product has a Warranty for 12 months from the date
of purchase against faulty materials or workmanship
subject to the following conditions. During this period
such defects that occur will be repaired or defective
parts replaced free of charge.
1. This Warranty applies only if the item was purchased
from an authorised retailer of Bachmann Europe plc
(‘Bachmann’) within the European Union / EEA. This
Warranty does not confer any rights other than those
expressly set out above and does not cover any
claims for consequential loss or damage. The Warranty
is offered as an additional benet and does not affect
your statutory rights as a consumer.
2. For claims under this Warranty, in the rst instance the
product must be returned to the retailer with evidence
of the purchase date in the form of retailer receipt/
invoice accompanied by a letter or Service Request
form setting out the date and place of purchase, giving
a brief explanation of the problem that has led to the
claim. It is essential that the claim reach the retailer
on or before the last day of this Warranty period. Late
claims will not be considered.
3. This Warranty is only available to the original retail
purchaser of this product and is non-transferable.
4. The Warranty does not extend to cover damage
resulting from misuse or careless handling, accidental
damage, wear and tear, or use on a voltage supply
other than that stamped on the product.
5. The Warranty may be considered void if repairs have
been attempted other than by Bachmann staff.
6. The Warranty is on the original product in its entirety
and does not extend to individual components
removed from the product.
7. If Bachmann chooses to replace a product it will be
with the nearest appropriate model of its choice.
8. Bachmann’s liability under this Warranty will in no
case exceed the price paid for the product as originally
manufactured.
6. Product Warranty