Lionel O-27 Santa Fe FT Passenger set User manual

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CAUTION—ELECTRICTOY
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER EIGHT YEARS OF AGE. AS WITH
ALL ELECTRIC PRODUCTS, PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE OBSERVED DURING
HANDLINGAND USETO REDUCETHE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
TRANSFORMER RATINGS—INPUT:120VAC; 60 HZ ONLY.
AC OUTPUT:20V; 54VA
Pennsylvania Coal Mine
Ready-To-Run O-27 Set
Owner’s Manual

Congratulations!
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You’re now the proud owner of the Pennsylvania Coal Mine ready-to-run
O-27 train set. Everything you need to get
started is included. You’re already off to a
great start by reading this instruction man-
ual. It has important information on train
setup and operation. This booklet also cov-
ers proper maintenance procedures to help
your Lionel trains live long, healthy lives.
If you have any questions after reading
this booklet, contact your nearest Lionel
Authorized Service Center using the list
included in a separate flier in this set or call
Lionel Service at 810-949-4100. And have
fun!
Table of contents
Track layout
Getting started 3
Joining the track sections 3
Suggested track layouts 4
Attaching the lockon to the track 4
Controller operations
Stripping the wire 5
Attaching the controller wires to the lockon 5
Controller functions 6
Controller and short circuits 7
Installing the Lionel Sound Activation Switch 8
Train operation, maintenance and service:
(See Instruction Sheet 72-1951-250 provided with engine)
Lionel Service 8

Joining the track sections
Join the track sections together by inserting the
pins of one track section into
the rail openings of another.
For good electrical contact,
pins must be carefully inserted
and track joints tightly fitted.
If the track is difficult to
connect, try this installation
tip. You can “break in” O-27
track sections by inserting and
withdrawing a track pin into
one rail at a time before joining the entire
track section.
If the openings become too open (causing
the track to fit loosely), pinch the rail
together around a track pin
with a pair of pliers. If any pins
fall out of the track and are
missing, replace them with
extras available from your
Lionel dealer.
Maintenance tip: The rails
should be kept clean, dry, and
free from oil and grease. Clean
rust and dirt spots with a track
eraser. Wipe the track using a
cloth dampened with track
cleaner from the Lionel maintenance kit
(no. 6-62927), available from your nearest
Lionel Authorized Value Added Dealer or
Lionel Service.
Track layout
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Getting started
Before you do anything else, we recom- mend you check the contents of your
set box to ensure all of the parts of your set
have been included and that the quantities
(when applicable) are correct.
The parts list below will tell you what’s
included and the correct quantities. If you
find any discrepancies, contact the dealer you
purchased your set from for more informa-
tion or call 1-800-4-LIONEL for a service cen-
ter near you.
Now comes the fun part—deciding what kind of layout you want. The only rule—
let your imagination be your guide.
• 4-4-2 Locomotive 1
• Tender w/SignalSounds 1
• Controller 1
• 2 Bay Hopper w/Molded Coal Load 4
• 40-watt power pack 1
• Lockon 1
• Porthole Caboose 1
• Smoke Fluid 1
• Straight track 8
• Curved track 8
• Service Center list 1
• Railroader Club application 1
• Warranty Card 1
• Sound Activation Switch
(610-5905-001) 1

Attaching the lockon to the track
The lockon connects power from your controller to the track. Attaching the
lockon to the track is quick and easy.
First, place the lockon under any
straight section of track. Fit the
center lip of the lockon onto the
edge of an outside rail. Press the
lockon upward so that the spring
contact snaps onto the center
rail. The lockon should face out-
ward when setting up your track
and make sure it is firmly connected.
Use the illustrations below as a step-by-
step guide.
Once the lockon is securely attached to the
track, it’s time to insert the wires from the
controller into the two spring clips on the
lockon. See
page 5 for easy-
to-follow steps.
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LIONEL
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LOCKON
2
Snap spring
contact to the
middle rail
1
Hook lip to the
outside of the rail
Track layout
4
Suggested track layouts
Here are some examples of layouts you can build with 8 straight and 8 curved sections of track.
Remember—the more track you own, the more variations you can create in your train layout.
And that means more action and more fun!

Controller operations
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OFF
FULL
SPEED
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Attaching the controller wires to the lockon
Now you’ll need to insert a controller wire into each of the two spring clips on
the lockon.
It’s easy! Depress the spring clip with your
finger and insert the bare end of the wire
into the exposed opening. Release the spring
clip. Give the wire a little tug to make sure
it’s secure. Repeat these steps with the other
spring clip. Next, insert the small plug end
of the power pack into the back of your con-
troller, and plug the other end into a stan-
dard outlet.
If the whistle fails to operate
when you press the whistle but-
ton on your controller (see page
6), remove the wires from the
lockon and reinsert each one
into the opposite clip to reverse
polarity.
Plug this end into
back of controller.
Stripping the wire
Once your track is assembled and the lockon is securely attached, you can
connect the wires
from the controller
to the lockon.
First you’ll want to
check the ends of the
wires to make sure
that the insulation is
stripped back about 1⁄4˝ to 3⁄8˝. To strip the
wires, use a pair of wire strippers or a sharp
knife.
Caution: Only an
adult should perform
this task! Always use
care when stripping
wires.
Note!
Plug power pack into
standard wall outlet
Make sure that the bare end of
each wire is securely attached
to the spring clip.

Controller operations
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Controller functions
As you turn the throttle control knob to the right, power to the track is
increased. When the indicator reaches the
green band, there should be sufficient power
to operate the locomotive. The further into
the green area the knob is turned, the faster
your train will go. Remember that the
greater the load on the engine (adding more
cars for the engine to pull, for example), the
farther into the green the knob must be
turned before it will operate the locomotive.
The yellow band indicates the average
power range that the train will be operating
in. The red band represents maximum
power output.
FULLFULL
SPEEDSPEED
OFFOFF
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FULL
SPEED
OFF
FULL
SPEED
OFF
Press this button to pro-
duce a realistic whistle
or bell sound. To stop
the bell ringing, simply
press the button again.
(See page 8.)
Press this button to go
forward or reverse, or to
place the locomotive in
“neutral” (no move-
ment, headlight is on).
Turn the throttle con-
trol knob to the right
for more power.
The LED indicator
shows when your con-
troller is ON.
Green band
Yellow band
Red band
FULL
SPEED
OFF
FULL
SPEED
OFF

Controller operations
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Your Lionel power pack is listed by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. and has
been carefully designed and tested to ensure
peak performance. The controller 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 incor-
porated into the controller to protect it from
possible damage. It will not protect the loco-
motive 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 con-
nection 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 sta-
ples, 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 controller 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 Value Added 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 controller 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 controller is
not in use.
Controller and short circuits
Note!

Controller operations
Installing the Lionel Sound Activation Switch
To operate the bell and whistle sounds for your steam locomotive with conventional
transformers, you’ll need to install the Lionel
no. 610-5905-001 sound activation switch
(included). Connect the switch as shown
below. To operate the bell and whistle func-
tion, set the sound activation switch to the
appropriate icon and press the sound button
located on the controller. (See page 6.)
To Transformer
To Track
Note! If the whistle and bell icons
are reversed during opera-
tion, simply switch the wires
on the lockon.
©2000 Lionel LLC, Chesterfield MI 48051-1956
United States of America
Lionel Service
Your Pennsylvania Coal Mine ready-to- run O-27 set is built with pride by Lionel
and carries a warranty to support continued
reliable operation. If service is required,
bring it and its warranty card to your local
Authorized Lionel Service Center. To find the
nearest dealer or Service Center, simply call
1-800-4-LIONEL.
If you prefer a Lionel factory repair, call
810-949-4100, fax [phone], or write
Lionel Service, P.O. Box 748, New Baltimore,
MI 48047-0748. State the problem and the
product’s purchase date. We’ll send a return
authorization letter to assure proper han-
dling while at Lionel. You may choose to
have your product repaired by Lionel Service
after its warranty has expired. A reasonable
service fee will be charged.
CAUTION: Make sure your product is prop-
erly packed to prevent shipping damage. The
shipment must be prepaid and we recom-
mend it be insured. Please follow these
instructions carefully. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights. You may have other
rights that vary from state to state.