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Controller operations
Your Lionel power pack is listed by
Underwriters Laboratories Inc. and has
been carefully designed and tested to ensure
peak performance. The Transformer is
equipped with a built-in electronic circuit
breaker that alternately cuts off and restores
the flow of power to the track whenever a
short circuit exists—for example, when the
train derails. The circuit breaker’s action
continues until the cause of the short circuit
is eliminated. This circuit breaker is
incorporated into the Transformer to protect
it from possible damage. It will not protect
the locomotive or electrically operated
accessories, so it’s important to eliminate
short circuits as soon as possible.
The power pack must be
unplugged from the wall socket
when a short circuit is noticed,
and the short circuit must be
corrected.
A short circuit is caused by a direct
connection between the center rail and one
of the outside rails or by a direct connection
between bare wires. The axles of a derailed
car or locomotive are the most frequent
cause of short circuits, so make sure that
all wheels are properly set on the rails.
Some other causes of short circuits might be
staples, nails, paper clips, or other metallic
objects lying across the rails, or two bare
wires touching each other.
If too many cars or accessories are used,
your Transformer will exceed its power limit
and begin to cycle on and off. To correct
this problem, cars or accessories must be
removed before normal operation can
resume. For more power, see the line of
Lionel high-output transformers at your
authorized Lionel Dealer.
The same condition can occur if the
power is turned up too quickly. This also
could cause your train to move too fast
and derail.
After your power pack has been operating
for a while, you will find it warm to the
touch. It is the nature of all electrical power
equipment to become warm when in use. If
your power pack is loaded to capacity, it is a
good idea to let it cool down after an hour
or two of continuous use. Unplug the power
pack from the wall when the Transformer is
not in use.
Transformer and short circuits
Note!
The Transformer included with this set should 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). In the
event that such conditions exist, the transformer should not be used until
properly repaired.
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