Lionel 0-6-0 Docksider User manual

CAUTION—ELECTRIC TOY
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER FOURTEEN YEARS OF AGE. AS WITH ALL ELEC-
TRIC PRODUCTS, PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE OBSERVED DURING HANDLING AND USE TO
PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK.
TRANSFORMER RATINGS—INPUT: 100-120VAC, 60 Hz.
OUTPUT: DC 18V; 1750 mA; 31.5 V A
Featuring: RailSounds
RC™
and
78-2545-250
6/15
0-6-0 Docksider
Ready-to-Run Set
Owner’s Manual
0-6-0 Docksider
Ready-to-Run Set
Owner’s Manual

Set Includes:
• Docksider steam locomotive
• Boxcar
• Gondola with Presents
• Work Caboose
• Eight curve O-36 FasTrack sections
• One 10” straight Plug-n-Play track section
• One Wall-Pack terminal FasTrack section
• Wall-Pack Power Supply
• Two replacement traction tires
• LionChief remote
• Smoke Fluid
• Owner’s Manual
Congratulations!
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Scan this QR code for help setting up and
operating your LionChief Steam set as
well as a troubleshooting video.
Welcome to the world of Lionel trains! You’re off to a great start with this ready-to-run LionChief train set. This set features everything you need to get started—a wall-pack
power supply, a huge, easy-to-assemble FasTrack oval, a string of detailed cars, a powerful
Lionel locomotive that is equipped with RailSounds RC sound system, and a LionChief remote
that controls all the action.
Expand your railroad empire with additional FasTrack track sections, enhance your layout
with accessories, lengthen your consist with extra cars, or operate a new LionChief locomotive

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Table of contents
Safety information
Operating your wall-pack power supply safely 4
LionChief system basics
Model railroading with the LionChief system 5
Installing AAA batteries into the Remote Control 6
Operating your train with LionChief remote 7
LionChief locomotive overview
Locomotive Overview 8
Building your Lionel layout 9
Joining the FasTrack track sections 9
Connecting your wall-pack power supply 10
Running your train set 10
Running your train
Adding smoke fluid to your locomotive’s smoke generator 11
Coupling 12
Triggering announcements with your LionChief remote control 12
Operating the Remote-Control track section 13
Silencing the steam chuffing sounds 14
Maintaining and servicing your set
Lubricating your locomotive 15
Replacing your locomotive’s traction tire 16
Replacing your locomotive’s headlamp 16
Wall-Pack Power Supply 17
FCC and RSS Statements 18
LionChief Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting 19-21
Expanding your layout
The Lionel Plug-n-Play lock-on 22-23
Lionel Limited Warranty Policy & Service 24
The following Lionel marks are used throughout this Owner’s Manual and are protected under
law. All rights reserved.
Lionel®, LionChief™, LionChief Plus™, LEGACY™, FasTrack®,TrainMaster®, Odyssey®, RailSounds®,
CrewTalk™, TowerCom™, DynaChuff™, StationSounds™, Pullmor®, ElectroCoupler™, Magne-
Traction®, CAB-1®Remote Controller, American Flyer®, Lionel ZW®, ZW®, MagniVision®, TMCC®,
Lionelville®, Wireless Tether™, Powerhouse™, LionMaster®, Conventional Classics™, Postwar
Celebration Series™, TruRail™, PH-1 Powerhouse®, Powermaster®, Powerstation-Powerhouse®,
Accessory Motor Controller™, AMC™, Accessory Switch Controller™, ASC™, Action Recorder
Controller™, ARC™, Track Power Controller 300™, TPC 300™, Track Power Controller 400™, TPC
400™, Block Power Controller™, BPC™, Operating Track Controller™, OTC™, FatBoy™, Lionel
Lines®, Joshua Lionel Cowen Series™, Lockon®, TrainSounds™, MultiHorn™, MultiWhistle™,
Choo-Choo™, SensorTrack™, Plug-n-Play™

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Operating your wall-pack power supply safely
Your Lionel wall-pack power supply is listed by Underwriter’s Laboratory Inc. and has been carefully designed to ensure peak performance. When using electrical products, basic
safety precautions should be maintained.
Be sure to observe the following guidelines:
• Read the manual thoroughly before using this device.
• This device is not recommended for children under fourteen years of age.
• Parents should periodically inspect this product for potential hazards and, if necessary,
have them repaired by a Factory Trained Authorized Lionel Service Station. In the event
that such a condition exists, the transformer should not be used until it has been properly
repaired.
• The wall-pack power supply is intended to be used indoors. Do not use this device if water
is
present. Serious or fatal injuries may result.
• Use the wall-pack power supply only for its intended purpose.
• The wall-pack power supply was designed to operate on 100-120 volt AC, 50/60-Hertz
power. 31.5 VDC output. Do not connect this product to any other power supply.
• Do not operate the wall-pack power supply with a damaged cord, plug, or case.
• To avoid the risk of electrical shock, do not disassemble the unit. There are no user service-
able parts inside. If damaged, take this product to a Factory Trained Authorized Lionel
Service Station. Visit www.lionel.com for a list of authorized Service Centers.
• Do not operate the wall-pack power supply on your layout unattended. Obstructed acces-
sories or stalled trains may overheat, resulting in damage to your layout.
• Always unplug the wall-pack power supply from the power source when not in use.
• Never insert objects into the ventilation slots on this product. Damage to sensitive
electronic components can result.
Safety information

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Model railroading with the LionChief system
Your ready-to-run LionChief train set comes with a DC wall-pack power supply, a LionChief remote control, a LionChief-equipped locomotive, rolling stock, and a FasTrack oval, complete
with a wall-pack terminal section for “plug-and-play” set up.
Your locomotive runs on fixed voltage, which is optimal for the sound system, smoke sys-
tem, and lamps. The locomotive listens to commands from its LionChief remote at a specific
frequency to increase or decrease speed, change directions, or trigger sounds. That’s why the
locomotive and remote must be operated as a matched pair.
The DC wall-pack power supply is capable of running the locomotive and cars that come
with this set, plus a few add-on cars and accessories, depending on the power they require.
Keep in mind that your locomotive can run on AC power, too, so you may choose to upgrade
to most Lionel or Lionel-compatible AC transformers (available separately at your authorized
Lionel retailer) when you expand your layout.
Run your layout with only the DC wall-pack power supply OR an AC trans-
former. Do not run both! Also, keep in mind that most other Lionel locomotives
require AC power specifically; check the instructions included with the other
locomotives.
If you do choose to run your LionChief locomotive with a transformer, set the train voltage
to full (18 volts) and use the remote to run the train and trigger the sounds. The locomotive
is not designed to respond to the transformer’s throttle, direction button, horn button, or bell
button; the locomotive only responds to commands from its LionChief remote.
Keep in mind that the remote that comes with the train set is paired with the locomotive.
This locomotive and remote share a frequency, and your LionChief remote will not commu-
nicate with other locomotives. However, locomotives of the same type, for example a 2-8-4
berkshire, may share a frequency. Where the frequency is shared, any locomotive of the same
type on the track would respond together, at the same time, to commands from a remote. To
avoid this scenario, you may choose not to run multiples of the same locomotive type at the
same time.
Otherwise, you may run more than one LionChief-equipped locomotive on the track at
the same time. You may also choose to run your LionChief locomotive on a LEGACY Control
System-equipped layout; however, you must use your LionChief remote control to control the
LionChief locomotive (LionChief locomotives do not receive commands from the LEGACY
remote).
LionChief system basics
Important!

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Installing AAA batteries into the Remote Control
For safety purposes, you must use a Phillips screwdriver to access the battery compartment. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the screw that secures the battery compartment hatch and lift the
hatch to access battery compartment (as shown in Figure 1). Insert three AAA batteries orientating
the +/- as shown in the bottom of the battery compartment. Replace the battery door and replace
the screw.
Use only Alkaline AAA batteries. Use only new batteries. Never mix new and used
batteries or use different types together.
Figure 1. Opening and closing the battery compartment
When you are not operating the train, flip the On/Off switch to the Off
position to conserve the batteries.
Important!
The LionChief remote control overview
Important!
Remove screw and remove
battery compartment hatch
REMOVE ALL BATTERIES WHEN THE TRAIN WILL NOT BE USED FOR AN
EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME. LIONEL'S LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT
COVER DAMAGE TO YOUR REMOTE CAUSED FROM LEAKING BATTERIES.
Important!

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The LionChief remote control overview
Operating your train with your LionChief remote
ON/OFF SWITCH
To conserve your batteries, flip
the On/Off switch to the Off
position when you are done
operating your train.
SPEED INDICATOR LIGHT
The red light will remain on during
normal operation. The light will begin
to flash when the locomotive is in
motion, and the flashing will vary with
the locomotive's speed.
BELL
The BELL button will
activate the bell sounds
on locomotives equipped
with this feature. Press
the BELL button to begin
the sounds; press the but-
ton again to turn off the
ringing.
WHISTLE
The WHISTLE button will acti-
vate your locomotive’s whistle.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Press the center button for a variety of
announcements that may vary depending on
the train set. See page 12 for more informa-
tion.
THROTTLE
Turn the throttle knob clockwise to go
forward and adjust the speed. Turn the
throttle knob counter-clockwise to go
reverse and adjust the speed. To stop the
train, simply return the throttle knob to
the center position.

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Locomotive 0verview
Your LionChief locomotive is designed to operate with commands from its corresponding LionChief remote. You may choose to power it with the wall-pack power supply included
with this ready-to-run train set, or you may choose to expand and upgrade to essentially any
Lionel or Lionel-compatible AC transformer. Even DC transformers will work to power this
particular locomotive!
Smoke
Your locomotive features an operating smoke unit that produces safe, clean, white smoke.
Always keep a small amount of smoke fluid in the smoke unit when you are running your
locomotive with the smoke unit in the On position. Slide the smoke unit switch to the Off posi-
tion if you do not want to operate the locomotive with smoke or you choose not to add smoke
fluid. From more information, please see page 11.
Additional Lionel Premium Smoke Fluid (6-37841) is available separately when you deplete
the sample. Only Lionel Premium Smoke Fluid is approved for use with this product.
LionChief RC sound system
Your locomotive features a wide range of sounds to make operation even more realistic and
impressive! The steam chuffing sounds are coordinated with the blasts of smoke from the
smokestack, and they increase with the speed of the locomotive. You may choose to turn the
chuffing sounds off by sliding the sound switch to the off position. See page 14.
Use the whistle, bell, and announcement buttons on the LionChief remote control to trigger
those sounds. See page 8 for more information.
Care and maintenance
A few simple precautions will help to ensure a long life for the locomotive:
• Lubricate the wheels, axles, and linkage regularly to avoid squeaks and wear. See page 15
for complete details.
• Avoid squeezing and bending the side rods and linkage when handling and packing the
locomotive to prevent binding.
The LionChief locomotive overview

Building your Lionel layout
Your set comes with eight curved, one straight, and one terminal section of track. Figure 2 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. The railroad empire of your dreams can
quickly become a reality!
Creating your layout
Figure 2. Track layout
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Joining the FasTrack track sections
FasTrack 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. Line up your two sections of track.
2. Insert the rail tabs into the openings at the ends of the corresponding
rails.
3. Press the sections together until the interlocking roadbed snaps into
place.
Figure 3. Joining the track sections
Rail tab

Creating your layout
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Connecting your wall-pack power supply
Your trains are powered by a DC wall-pack power supply. To power the track, simply plug the wall-pack into an outlet and plug the jack into the terminal section as shown in
Figure 4.
Figure 4. Wall-pack power supply connection
Jack on wall-pack
power supply
Terminal track section
Running your train set
With track power unplugged, place your train set on the track.
Refer to the following section for information on coupling the cars.
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Plug in your wall-pack power supply, connect
it to the track, and switch on the remote.
Move ‘em out!
Use your remote to run your train. You can adjust the
speed in forward or reverse, blow the whistle, sound the bell, or
trigger an announcement. Refer to page 7 for complete details.
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Unplug the wall-pack power supply when you are done
running your trains.
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Switch off your remote control to conserve the batteries.

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Adding smoke fluid to your locomotive's smoke generator
Your locomotive is equipped with a smoke generator that produces safe, clean white smoke during operation if the smoke unit switch is in the ON position. Refer to Figure 8 on page
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.
Pierce the end of the nozzle with a pin, then add about four drops of fluid directly into the
locomotive’s stack. Smoke production commences momentarily. It will start faster if you run
your locomotive at higher speeds. When smoke production decreases, add more fluid (about
four drops). An idle locomotive will not smoke.
If you prefer to operate the locomotive without smoke or you do not want to add
smoke fluid, slide the smoke unit switch to the OFF position.
When the smoke unit switch is in the ON position, always keep a small amount
of smoke fluid in the locomotive’s smoke generator; the generator’s element can
become damaged if operated without smoke fluid. This is particularly true if your
locomotive sits in neutral for an extended period of time without smoke fluid in
the generator.
Running your train
Caution!
Note!
Note! Only the use of Lionel Premium Smoke Fluid (6-37841) is approved for warranty
coverage of Lionel products.
Figure 5. Smoke fluid location
Put smoke fluid here
(smoke stack)

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Running your train
Coupling
When coupling your cars, at least one of the mating couplers must be open as shown at the left in Figure 6. Press down on the lock release to open the coupler, then push the cars toward
each other until they lock together.
Keep in mind that it’s easier to couple cars on a straight section of track.
Figure 6. Coupler operation
Note!
Lock release
Triggering announcements with your LionChief remote control
Your locomotive plays a variety of announcements that are designed to match the way you play with the locomotive. You can trigger an announcement that corresponds to each part of the
journey.
When the locomotive is… The announcement states…
Sitting less than 30 seconds Dispatcher here, please hold the track order, over;
Roger, let me know when I can roll, out
Sitting less than 30 seconds Dispatcher here, you are cleared outbound
Sitting more than 30 seconds Dispatcher here, you are cleared out bound, over;
Thank you watch, clear outbound, out
Moving less than 30 seconds Train is moving, over; Roger that, dispatcher out
Moving less than 30 seconds Dispatcher here, all clear ahead
Moving more than 30 seconds Dispatcher here, you're all clear ahead, over;
Roger that, making good time, out.

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Running your train
Operating the Remote-Control Track section
To uncouple or activate your rolling stock, position the trigger disc over the magnet in the center of the track. Press UNCOUPLE on the controller, and the magnet will pull the trig-
ger disc downward, releasing the coupler or activating the car. Refer to Figure 7.
Trigger disc
Magnetic Uncoupling track
(6-12020)
Figure 7. Uncoupling your rolling stock
The 6-12020 uncoupling track section will overload the DC wall pack that is
included with this set. A higher amperage AC transformer will be required to
make this work on your Ready-to-Run LionChief set. Go to www.lionel.com for
power supply options.
Note!

ON
OFF
OFF ON
ON OFF
ON OFF
CHUFF
CHUFF
SMOKE
SMOKE
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Silencing the steam chuffing sounds
To silence the background steam sounds, slide the CHUFF switch to the OFF position under the frame. See Figure 8. Turn off track power for about two seconds, and then
the background sound will be silenced when the track power is restored. The whistle,
announcement, and bell sounds can still be triggered at any time using the remote. To
restore the background sounds, simply slide the CHUFF switch to the ON position and then
turn off track power for two or more seconds.
Always turn off track power for about two seconds after you slide the switch. The
background sounds will be reset according to the new switch position when the
track power is switched on again.
Note!
Running your train
Figure 8. Switch locations
Rear of locomotive
Underside of the locomotive

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Maintaining and servicing your set
Lubricating your locomotive
H
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
rollers, or your track.
You’ll know your locomotive requires lubrication when visual inspection reveals dryness
on the parts indicated in Figure 9. Remove accumulated dirt and dust before lubricating, and
always lubricate any locomotive emerging from prolonged storage.
Figure 9. Underside details and lubrication points
SMOKE
ON OFF
ON OFF
CHUFF
Lubricate
with Lionel oil
sparingly
Lubricate
with Lionel oil
sparingly
Lubricate
with Lionel oil
sparingly
Lubricate
with Lionel oil
sparingly

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Maintaining and servicing your set
Replacing your locomotive’s traction tire
One of the locomotive’s drive wheels is fitted with a rubber traction tire to
enhance tractive effort, allowing your loco-
motive to pull many cars at once.
To replace the traction tire, simply
unscrew the drive rod nut from the wheel
using a 3/16” nut driver. Refer to Figure
10. Remove the old traction tire from under
the drive rod and slip on the replacement,
Lionel part no. 6304678206. Replace the
spacer, retighten the drive rod nut, and
you’re ready to pull that long freight back
to the yard.
Figure 10. Traction tire replacement
Driver rod nut
Spacer
Lionel part no.
6304678206
Replacing your locomotive’s headlamp
Your locomotive is equipped with an LED style headlight for longer life. Please contact your nearest Factory Authorized Lionel Service Center or Lionel Service if this need replacing.

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Wall-pack power supply
CAUTION-ELECTRIC TOY
Not recommended for children under 14 years of age. As with all electric
products,precautions should be observed during handling and use to prevet electric
shock.
MODEL: HKY36-180175T-US
INPUT: 100-120VAC, 60Hz 0.5A
OUTPUT: 18VDC, 1750mA 31.5VA
Keep these instrutions for futher reference. They contain important information.
OPERATION:
1. Plug the transformer into standard wall oulet
2. Connect the transformer to the appliance
3. Turn off the appliance and unplug the transformer from the wall outlet when not
in use.
SPECIAL NOTE TO ADULTS:
- This transformer is age-graded for ages 14 and over, the transformer should not
be operated in the presence of children under 14 without adult supervision. Adult
supervision is recommend.
- It is recommended that the toy transformer be periodically examined for
conditions that may result in the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons
(such as damage to the output cord, blades, housing or other parts) and that, in an
event of such conditions, the transformer should not be used until properly repaired.

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FCC Statement
FCC Statement
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipement off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Parents! The adaptor should be periodically examined for the
conditions that may result in the risk of fire, electric
shock, or injury to persons and that, in an event such
conditions , the adaptor should not be used until prop-
erly
repaired.

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LionChief Troubleshooting
Problem: The power indicator LED on the terminal track is not illuminated.
Resolution:
If any of the wheels of the train are not properly positioned on the rails, a short circuit will
occur and the circuit breaker inside the transformer will prevent power from being applied to
the track until that short circuit is removed.
Remove the locomotive and all cars from the track. With no trains on the track check to see if
the LED is illuminated. If it is not illuminated, disconnect the track one piece at a time until
the LED comes on. If the problem is a section of track, the LED will illuminate when that sec-
tion of track is removed from the layout.
Now disconnect the barrel jack from the terminal section and place only one car on the track
once the car is on the track reconnect the barrel jack into the terminal section. The LED
should be illuminated, if it does illuminate, disconnect it again and place another car on the
track. Repeat this process until the entire train, including the locomotive, is on the track.
Problem: One or more of the illuminated cars will not light.
Resolution:
The lamps in your trains are designed for easy replacement in the event they burn out over
time. It is possible that a lamp can become disconnected in transit; as such we suggest you
first check the lamp in its socket to ensure it is seated properly.
The lamps inside the cars and locomotive get their power from the rails. There are two wires
connected to the trucks on each illuminated car. One wire connects to the center rail collector
(roller), and one wire attaches to a contact for the axles that ride on the outside rails. Because
the trucks are able to pivot back and forth, it is possible that one or both of these wires may
become disconnected from these contacts and short out when they touch one another. The
wires can be reconnected by having an adult solder them to their contacts. You may want to
take the item to a local Factory Trained Authorized Lionel Service Station for this repair.
Problem: The train cars will not stay coupled to one another.
Resolution:
The couplers on each car come equipped with an uncoupling plunger, which allows you to
uncouple the cars using an Uncoupling Section. These plungers have a pin which holds the
knuckle closed, sometimes the plunger will need to be bent upwards slightly to ensure the pin
holds the knuckle shut. Use a pair of needle-nosed pliers to bend the plunger upwards slightly.
This operation is shown in the illustration below.

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Pin
Knuckle
Plunger
Problem: I do not hear any sounds from the locomotive.
Resolution:
Make sure the sound on/off switch is positioned to the “on” setting and power is being applied
to the track. If the switch is set to the “off” position, only the horn/whistle and bell will be
heard when the commands are sent to the locomotive from the remote.
Problem: The locomotive does not smoke.
Resolution:
Ensure the smoke on/off switch is in the “on” position. The locomotive must be moving for
smoke to be seen ejecting from the stack. The locomotive will not smoke when sitting at idle.
Ensure you have added 4-5 drops of Lionel Liquid Smoke Fluid. It should only take 5-10 sec-
onds for smoke to vaporize and begin being ejected from the stack once the train begins to
move. If you do not plan to use the smoke feature on this locomotive be sure the smoke on/off
switch is placed in the “off” position, so no damage occurs to the smoke generator.
LionChief Troubleshooting (continued)