Lionel New York Central Flyer User manual

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ew York Central Flyer
Ready-to-Run Train Set
Owner’s Manual
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Congratulations on your purchase of the ready-to-run New York Central Flyer Train Set with the TrainSounds sound system! This set features everything you need to get started—a mighty CW-
80 Transformer, a huge loop of FasTrack track, a string of detailed cars, and a powerful Lionel loco-
motive. Plus, you get the authentic locomotive sounds of the TrainSounds sound system.
Have fun growing with this complete train set! Start with the set components, then follow
your imagination into your own miniature world. Expand your railroad empire with addition-
al FasTrack track sections, enhance your layout with accessories, lengthen your consist with
extra cars, or operate a new locomotive at the head end of your train! Explore the possibilities
at your authorized Lionel dealer.
Use this Owner’s Manual to learn how to set up, operate, and maintain your train set for
years of reliable operation.
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.
Parents!
ew York Central Flyer Train Set Inventory
• 4-4-2 steam locomotive and tender with TrainSounds
• Boxcar
• Gondola with canisters
• Searchlight car
• Caboose
• CW-80 Transformer with accessory wire
• Three straight FasTrack track sections
• Eight curved FasTrack track sections
• One straight FasTrack terminal track section
• eplacement traction tire
• Owner’s Manual
• Smoke fluid
ew York Central Flyer Train Set Features
• TrainSounds sound system
• Puffing smoke
• Bright headlight
• Forward-Neutral- everse operation
• Opening boxcar doors
• Operating searchlight
• Operating couplers
• Lighted caboose interior

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Table of co te ts
Creati g your layout
Operating your CW-80 Transformer safely 4
Building your Lionel layout 5
Joining the FasTrack track sections 6
Wiring your CW-80 Transformer 7-8
Ru i g your trai
Running your train set 9
Experiencing the features of the CW-80 Transformer 9-10
Adding smoke fluid to your locomotive’s smoke generator 11
Coupling 12
Reverse unit procedure 13
Trai Sou ds sou d system operatio s
Operating the TrainSounds sound system 14
CW-80 Tra sformer operatio s
Powering your layout with the CW-80 Transformer 15
Setting the accessory output 16
Mai tai i g a d servici g your locomotive
Lubricating your locomotive 17
Replacing your locomotive’s headlamp 18
Replacing your locomotive’s traction tire 19
Operating the searchlight 20
Replacing the searchlight lamp 20
Replacing your Square Window Caboose lamp 21
Troubleshooting 22
Advanced connections: powering two isolated blocks with two transformers 23
Limited Warranty/Lionel Service 24
The following Lionel marks may be used throughout this instruction manual and are protected under
law. All rights reserved.
Lione ®, TrainMaster®, Odyssey®, Rai Sounds®, CrewTa k™, TowerCom™, DynaChuff™,
StationSounds™, Pu mor®, E ectroCoup er™, Magne-Traction®, CAB-1®Remote Contro er,
PowerMaster®, Lione ZW®, ZW®, PowerHouse®, TMCC®, Lione vi e™, Lockon®, Wire ess Tether™,
LionMaster®, American F yer®, TrainSounds™
The name FasTrack®is used with permission from Pitsco, Inc.

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Operating your CW-80 Transformer safely
Your Lionel CW-80 Transformer 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 eight years of age.
• Parents should periodically inspect this product for potential hazards and, if necessary,
have them repaired by an authorized Lionel Service Center. In the event that such a condi-
tion exists, the transformer should not be used until it has been properly repaired.
• The CW-80 Transformer is intended to be used indoors. Do not use this device if water is
present. Serious or fatal injuries may result.
• Use the CW-80 Transformer only for its intended purpose.
• The CW-80 Transformer was meant to operate on 120-volt, 60-Hertz power. Do not connect
this product to any other power supply.
• Do not operate the CW-80 Transformer 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 an authorized Lionel Service Center.
• Do not operate the CW-80 Transformer on your layout unattended. Obstructed accessories
or stalled trains may overheat, resulting in damage to your layout.
• Always unplug the CW-80 Transformer 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.
Creati g your layout

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Creati g your layout
Building your Lionel layout
Your set comes with eight curved, three straight, and one terminal section of track. Figure 1 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!
Figure 1. Track layout ideas
Figure 2. Add-on Track Pack layouts
FasTrack Add-on Track Packs make it easy to expand your railroad. Each Track Pack
includes all the track sections you need to create a more advanced layout using the sections
included with this set. Refer to Figure 2 to explore the possibilities.
Inner Passing Loop Add-on Track Pack
6-12028
Figure 8 Add-on Track Pack
6-12030
uter Passing Loop Add-on Track Pack
6-12031
Siding Track Add-on Track Pack
6-12044
Track Packs available separately.

Wiring your CW-80 Transformer
Connect your FasTrack terminal section to the CW-80 Transformer. Use the wires that are already attached to the terminal section. Make sure that all connections are secure. Loose
connections can produce extremely high temperatures. For this reason, do not touch the
terminals or track connections during use. Also, do not locate scenery materials such as
lichen or ground foam near the terminals.
1. Feed the wires through the notch in the FasTrack terminal section. Refer to
Figure 4 on page 8.
2. Loosen the red T ACK thumbscrew terminal, then slide the red
spade-shaped connector into position. The thumbscrew post should be positioned
between the “blades” of the spade connector. Tighten the thumbscrew to secure the
connection.
Be sure that the “blades” of the spade connector are in contact with the
thumbscrew post. You may choose to insert one of the blades into the hole in the
post to improve the electrical contact.
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Creati g your 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
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Creati g your layout
Wiring your CW-80 Transformer (continued)
3. Loosen the black T ACK thumbscrew terminal, then slide the black
spade-shaped connector into position. The thumbscrew post should be positioned
between the “blades” of the spade connector. Tighten the thumbscrew to secure the
connection.
Be sure that the “blades” of the spade connector are in contact with the
thumbscrew post. You may choose to insert one of the blades into the hole in the
post to improve the electrical contact.
4. If you need to power an accessory (available separately at your
authorized Lionel dealer), connect the accessory to the ACCESSO Y
thumbscrew terminals. Use the accessory wire included with the CW-80 Transformer.
See page 16 to set the accessory output.
5. Plug the CW-80 Transformer into your wall outlet (120 volts).
As your layout expands, you may also make power connections with the stripped ends of
wires, placing no more than two wires on each terminal. For best performance on large
layouts, it is recommended that you use 16-gauge wire to connect your CW-80 Transformer to
the track. On larger layouts where several track connections are required, the use of separate
junctions/terminal strips (available at your local electronics store) is recommended to
prevent voltage drops.
To prevent the excessive build up of heat, be sure to select the proper wire gauge
for your layout. Follow these guidelines:
• Track connections must be made with 18-gauge wire or heavier. Larger
layouts require a minimum of 16-gauge wire.
• Use 24-gauge wire only when connecting single accessories that require lower
current.
• When wiring multiple accessories (two or more) or accessories that require
higher current, be sure to use 18- to 16-gauge wire.
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Ru i g your trai
Running your train set
With track power off, place your trai set o the track.
Refer to page 12 for information on coupling the cars.
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Power up your locomotive with your tra sformer.
Your locomotive is designed to operate on 7-15 volts alternating cur-
rent. Virtually all Lionel and Lionel-compatible alternating-current transformers
are suitable.
Do not power your locomotive with direct current (DC) transformers.
The locomotive was designed for use with alternating current (AC)
transformers only.
Move ‘em out!
Get your locomotive moving. Your locomotive goes through a repeating pattern
of operations: forward, neutral, reverse, neutral, and so on. To sequence the reverse
unit, press the DIRECTION button on your transformer, or briefly bring the throttle
all the way back to the OFF position and then forward. Each press of the DIRECTION
button or interruption in track power causes the locomotive to advance to the next
operational state.
Adjust track voltage until your locomotive moves at your desired speed.
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Co ect the drawbar betwee the locomotive a d te der.
See Figure 5.
If the smoke unit switch is in the ON position, add smoke fluid to your
locomotive’s stack to prevent damage to the smoke unit. Refer to
page 11 for additional information.
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Figure 5. Drawbar connection

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Refer to Figure 6 on page 10 for the location of the Transformer features listed in this section.
THROTTLE
Push the throttle forward to increase track power. The markings on the throttle approxi-
mate the percentage of full power. For more realism, push the throttle slowly to gradually
increase or decrease the speed of the locomotive. Slowing or stopping the locomotive with the
throttle instead of the DIRECTION button will allow you to continue in the same direction
when you increase the throttle again. To achieve this effect, reduce the throttle to the point
that the locomotive stops moving, but don’t completely turn off the throttle. That way, your
train won’t sequence into neutral.
POWER-ON INDICATOR
The green light will remain on during normal operation. The green light will begin to
flash if you exceed the power limit of the Transformer. The unit will allow you to momentarily
exceed the power limit, but power will be gradually reduced until the problem is corrected.
The benefit is that the Transformer will not instantly turn off.
DIRECTION
The DIRECTION control button interrupts track power to activate the reverse unit in your
locomotive. Your locomotive will not respond to this button when the reverse unit switch is in
the OFF position.
WHISTLE
The WHISTLE button will activate your locomotive’s whistle or horn. The sound will con-
tinue until the button is released. No external sound activation buttons are needed.
BELL
The BELL button will activate the bell sounds on locomotives equipped with this feature. Press
and hold the BELL button for two to three seconds to begin the sounds; press and hold the button
again to turn off the ringing.
Do not activate horns, whistles, or bells on RailSounds-equipped locomotives until
track power has been turned on for a few moments, or a continuous horn/whistle or
bell sound may occur. To correct this problem, simply turn off the CW-80
Transformer, then turn it back on.
Ru i g your trai
Experiencing the features of the CW-80 Transformer
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Experiencing the features of the CW-80 Transformer
(continued)
Whistle
Activates the whistle or horn sound
effect in Lionel locomotives. Press
WHISTLE to begin the sound; release
the button to end it.
Bell
Starts or stops the tolling bell in any
TrainSounds-equipped locomotive.
Press BELL to begin the sound,
again to stop it.
Direction
Press the DIRECTI N button to go forward
or reverse, or to place the locomotive in
neutral (no movement, headlight is on).
Throttle
Controls your locomotive’s speed. Throw the throttle for-
ward to increase locomotive speed, backward to slow it
down.
Power-on indicator
The green light
illuminates when the
CW-80 is on.
Figure 6. Transformer features
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Ru i g your trai
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 13 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 tip, then add about four drops of fluid directly into the locomotive’s stack. Smoke
production commences momentarily, faster if you run your locomotive at high speed. When
smoke production decreases, add more fluid (about four drops).
Smoke production is greater at higher voltages and when the locomotive is pulling a heavy
load or a long consist.
Caution! Slide the smoke unit switch to the OFF position if the locomotive remains in
neutral. The smoke unit will become damaged if the locomotive is left sitting
on the track with power on.
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.
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Coupling
When coupling your cars, at least one of the mating couplers must be open as shown at the left in Figure 7. Simply press down on the lock release to open the coupler, then push the cars
toward each other until they lock together.
eep in mind that it’s easier to couple cars on a straight stretch of track.
Lock release
Figure 7. Coupler operation
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Reverse unit procedure
The electronic reverse unit inside your Lionel locomotive acts like the transmis-
sion in a car. When you apply power to the
track, the locomotive moves in the direction
specified by the reverse unit—or it sits in
neutral, awaiting another power interrup-
tion. Power interruptions are the signal that
tells the reverse unit to sequence to the next
operational state.
To interrupt power and sequence the loco-
motive’s reverse unit, press the direction
control button or briefly bring the throttle
lever all the way back to the OFF position.
Refer to Figure 9 for the location of these
controls. The reverse unit alternates between three states: forward, neutral, and reverse.
Also, the locomotive can be “locked” into a certain mode of operation by throwing the
reverse unit switch located on the underside of the frame (see Figure 8 above). To lock your
locomotive into a specific operational state, sequence the locomotive into the desired state and
reduce track power without completely powering down the locomotive, then throw the switch
to the OFF position. The DIRECTION button will then have no affect on the direction of the
locomotive. Slide the switch to the ON position to resume forward-neutral-reverse operation.
Additionally, this reverse unit has a “power-up reset” feature. If the locomotive sits without
power for a short period of time, the reverse unit will automatically reset and start in the forward
direction when the transformer is turned on or “powered up,” regardless of the reverse unit
switch position. If the switch is in the OFF position, the locomotive will start in the forward direc-
tion and be “locked” there.
Reverse unit
N/ FF switch
Smoke unit
N/ FF switch
(See page 12)
Figure 8. Switch location
Figure 9. Direction control button location
Direction control button
Whistle control button
Bell control button
Throttle
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FF N
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Operating the TrainSounds sound system
Your TrainSounds Tender was designed to operate at approximately 6 to 18 volts (AC). When you power up the locomotive on the track, you will hear the sounds of the idling
steam locomotive. The chuffing intensity will increase proportionally with the locomotive’s
speed.
Always operate the TrainSounds Tender with a lighted locomotive, an illuminated
car, or lighted track bumpers. This power draw will prevent the whistle from sound-
ing erratically.
Whistle
Press the WHISTLE button on your transformer to sound the whistle. The sound will play for as long
as you hold the button.
Brake squeal
To activate the sound of squealing brakes, operate your locomotive at a rapid rate of speed for
at least ten seconds, and then throttle down to a lower speed. The brake sounds will discontin-
ue automatically after a few moments.
If you are unable to activate the brake sounds, your locomotive’s speed may be too
low. Increase the speed of the locomotive, operate for at least ten seconds, and then
reduce the throttle by half.
Crew dialogue
When the locomotive and tender are not in motion, you may activate random crew dialogue
using the WHISTLE button on your controller.
The locomotive and tender must be powered up on the track and not in motion (in
neutral) for the dialogue to play. Do not turn off track power.
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If you activate multiple “stand by” dialogues during the first 35 seconds, the length
of time before the “clear for departure” dialogue becomes 35 seconds, plus the
length of the dialogue.
Press the WHISTLE butto Dialogue
Stop/Power-up to about 35 seconds “Stand by” dialogue
After 35 seconds “Clear for departure” dialogue
After 60 seconds Random, automatic crew dialogue
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Powering your layout with the CW-80 Transformer
Your CW-80 Transformer provides a total output of five amps. The track outputs will deliver all of this power to the track when no accessories are connected to the Transformer. eep
in mind that connected accessories borrow some of this power. For example, if the accessories
require two amps of the total five-amp capacity of the Transformer, you have three amps avail-
able for track power. This built-in flexibility will provide power for virtually any small- to
medium-sized railroad. Also, available voltage depends on how much load is on the two out-
puts. Generally, track voltage and accessory voltage are 0-18 volts (AC) each.
This Transformer is capable of operating trains up to and including dual-motored AC
locomotives. To operate at this level of track power, it may be necessary to disconnect any
accessories. You may also attempt to lower the accessory voltage settings. Refer to the “Setting
the accessory output” section on page 16.
You may momentarily approach or exceed the five-amp limit of the CW-80 Transformer
when pulling illuminated cars, fighting over grades with heavy loads, or operating accessories.
When you reach five amps, the green light on the Controller will begin to flash. This indicates
that the Transformer is in “fold-back mode.” In fold-back mode, the Transformer is automati-
cally reducing, or folding back, power. This gradual reduction in power provides interruption-
free operation while you bring the amperage back down to a safe level.
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Lionel offers accessories of all shapes and sizes — from crossing signals to coal and lumber loaders — available at your authorized Lionel dealer. When you are ready to operate your
new accessory, the CW-80 Transformer allows you to choose how much power your accessory
receives with programmable accessory output. The ability to control the voltage allows you to
set the speed of your accessory motors and the intensity of your lights. Accessories connected to
the accessory output terminals receive constant voltage whenever the transformer is plugged
in, regardless of the throttle position. Follow these steps to set the voltage.
The accessory output voltage was set to 12 volts at the factory.
1. Connect your accessory to the CW-80 Transformer as discussed on page 7.
2. Bring the throttle all the way back to turn off the power.
3. Press and hold down the DI ECTION, WHISTLE, and BELL buttons on the
Transformer. efer to Figure 6 on page 10 for the location of these buttons.
The green light on the Transformer will flash, and track power will turn off.
4. With all three buttons held down, raise the throttle slowly until you reach
your desired accessory voltage.
5. elease the buttons once you have reached your desired voltage. The acces-
sory turns off, and the solid green light indicates that you have set the accessory voltage.
6. Bring the throttle all the way back to turn off the power.
The voltage will momentarily increase, briefly causing the lights to shine brighter or the
motors to operate faster, before returning to the set level. At this point, increasing the throt-
tle again will control track power only.
Setting the accessory output
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Figure 10. Lubrication points
Lubricating your locomotive
Help your steam 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 it (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 10. Remove accumulated dirt and dust before lubricating, and
always lubricate any locomotive emerging from prolonged storage.
Lubricate axle ends
with Lionel oil
sparingly
Lubricate gears with
Lionel grease sparingly
Lubricate axle ends
with Lionel oil
sparingly

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Linkage rods
Front truck
screws
Smoke unit
lug wire
Smoke unit
Lionel part no.
600-0161-300
Your locomotive lights the way with its operating headlight. During the course of normal operations, the lamp may require replacement. Refer to Figure 11 as you replace the
lamp.
1. Remove the two front truck screws and carefully slide the front truck assembly off the link-
age rods.
2. Lift the smoke unit out far enough from the cab to allow lamp extraction.
3. Pull the lamp straight out and replace it with Lionel part no. 600-0161-300, available from
your nearest authorized Lionel Service Center or from Lionel Service. Be careful not to twist
the lamp or it may break.
4. Reinstall the smoke unit, making sure that the smoke stack lines up with the cab top opening.
5. Reassemble the front truck, making sure that the linkage rods go into the holes in the
front truck assembly. The lug wire from the smoke unit must be reinserted through the slot
in the front truck assembly and secured under one of the two front screws. Tighten the
screws firmly, but do not over-tighten them.
Replacing your locomotive’s headlamp
Figure 11. Headlight replacement

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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 locomotive to pull many cars at once.
To replace the traction tire, simply unscrew the drive rod screw from the wheel using a
3/16” nut driver. Refer to Figure 12. Remove the old traction tire from under the drive rod and
slip on the replacement, Lionel part no. 600-0242-206. Replace the spacer, retighten the drive
rod screw, and you’r e ready to pull that long freight back to the yard.
Figure 12. Traction tire replacement
Lionel part no. 600-0242-206
Spacer
Driver rod screw

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Operating the searchlight
The searchlight is on whenever the car is powered up on the track. To prolong the life of the lamp, we recommend that you keep the track voltage at a lower range, from seven to fif-
teen volts. Rotate the metal bracket and the searchlight housing (refer to Figure 13) to aim
the searchlight.
Replacing the searchlight lamp
During the course of normal operations, you may find that the lamp requires replacement. Replacement lamps, Lionel part no. 600-8352-311, are available at your authorized
Lionel Service Center or from Lionel Service.
1. Gently pull the two arms of the metal bracket away from the searchlight housing to lift the
housing away. Refer to Figure 13.
2. Pull the expired lamp straight up and out of the socket.
3. Install the new lamp and replace the searchlight housing.
Figure 13. Lamp replacement
Searchlight housing
Metal tabs
Lionel part no.
600-8352-311