Lionel Powered F3 B-Unit Diesel Locomotive User manual
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Lionel
Powered F3 B-Unit
Diesel Locomotive
Owner’s Manual
Featuring
Table of contents
Quick Start
LEGACY Control operations 4
TrainMaster Command Control operations 4
Transformer operations 4
LEGACY Control Systems operations
Get ready to run 5
The LEGACY Cab-2 Remote Controller 6
The velocity throttle 7
The multi-controller 7-8
The train brake slider 8
The speed bar 9
Assigning a new ID# to your locomotive 10
Lash-ups 11
Locomotive switch function overview
Switch overview 12
TrainMaster Command Control operations
TrainMaster Command Control operations 13
Operating your locomotive in the Command Control environment 14
CAB-1 Remote Controller commands 15
Tuning your locomotive’s performance 16
Assigning your locomotive a new ID# 17
Building a lash-up 18
Reprogramming your locomotive to restore features 19
Conventional transformer operations
Operating your locomotive in the conventional environment 20-21
Locking your locomotive into a single direction 22
Uncoupling in the conventional environment 22
Odyssey II Speed Control system operations
Odyssey II Speed Control system operations 23
Odyssey II Speed Control system LEGACY Control operation 23
Odyssey II Speed Control system TrainMaster Command Control operation 23
Odyssey II Speed Control system conventional transformer operation 23
Maintaining and servicing your locomotive
Lubricating your locomotive 24
Adding fluid to your locomotive’s smoke generator 25
Adjusting the smoke output 26
Replacing your locomotive’s LED 26
Replacing the traction tires 26
Notes 27
Lionel Limited Warranty Policy & Service 28
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Congratulations!
Congratulations on your purchase of the Lionel powered F3 B-unit diesel locomotive! On
the outside, this locomotive features numerous prototypical details and expert decoration
in your favorite livery. Inside the body, this locomotive is equipped with some of the most
advanced controls in model railroading. The Lionel F3 B-unit locomotive is ready for duty on
your layout.
Features of this locomotive
• LEGACYControlSystemequipped—abletorunwiththenewLEGACY
Controlsystem,intheTrainMasterCommandControlenvironment,orin
theconventionalenvironmentwithonlyastandardtransformer
• OdysseyIISpeedControlwithON/OFFswitch
• Directionalback-uplight
• ElectroCoupleronrear
• Dualpowerfulmaintenance-freemotorswithmomentumflywheels
• Fourtractiontires
• Fandrivensmokeunit
• Operatingback-uplight
• MinimumCurve:O-31
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300™, TPC 300™, Track Power Controller 400™, TPC 400™, Block Power Controller™, BPC™,
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LEGACY Control System operations
This section is a brief overview of the LEGACY Control System. For a more in depth
explanation of the LEGACY Control System features, please see your LEGACY Control
System Operations Manual.
GET READY TO RUN
Get your engine running now by following the instructions in this guide. We'll power up
the track, "address the engine" so it can be controlled by your CAB-2 remote and learn to
use the Velocity Throttle, Whistle, Bell, Brake and Direction commands.
Power Up The Track
Refer to PowerMaster, TPC, or ZW manual for correct method. With your engine on the track
and ready to roll, power-up your track to a constant 18 volts. If a circuit breaker trips when you turn
on the Lionel power supply, check the wheels of your locomotive to make sure they are all securely
on the track. Check to make sure the track is free of all metals that may cause a short circuit.
Address Your Engine
First, you must address the engine. This "tells" your CAB-2 which locomotive you want to
control. This is important when you have more than one engine on your layout.
To address an engine:
1. Press ENG
2. Press 1
3. Press Start Up
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See reference numbers 1, 2, and 3
Note!
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Quick Start
Power your locomotive with an alternating-current (AC) transformer only. Powering
your locomotive with a direct-current (DC) transformer, or in excess of 19 volts AC,
may result in damage to sensitive electronic components.
LEGACY Control operations
For the finest operating experience, your F-3 B-unit locomotive is fully compatible with the
new LEGACY Control System.
To operate in LEGACY mode, you need a LEGACY Command Base and LEGACY CAB-2
Remote Controller. Both products are offered together in the LEGACY Command Set, 6-14295.
1. TurnofftrackpowerandplugintheLEGACYBase.
2. PlaceyourlocomotiveonLionelorLionel-compatibleO-31orlargertrack.
3. Increasetrackpowervoltagetofullpower(nomorethan19voltsAC).
4. PressENGand1toaddressyourlocomotivewithyourLEGACYCAB-2
RemoteController.
5. Throttleupandmove‘emout.
TrainMaster Command Control operations
To operate your locomotive in the Command Control environment, you need a Command Base
(available separately, 6-12911) and a CAB-1 Remote Controller (available separately,
6-12868).
1. Turnofftrackpowerandplug-intheCommandBase.
2. PlaceyourlocomotiveonLionelorLionel-compatibleO-31orlargertrack.
3. Increasetrackvoltagetofullpower(nomorethan19voltsAC).
4. PressENGand1toaddressyourlocomotivewithyourCAB-1Remote
Controller.
5. Throttleupandmove‘emout.
Transformer operations
1. PlaceyourlocomotiveonLionelorLionel-compatibleO-31orlarger
track.
2. Poweryourlocomotiveat12-18voltswithyouralternatingcurrent(AC)
transformer.
3. Move‘emout!PresstheDIRECTIONbuttononyourcontroller,then
throttleup.
Note!
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LEGACY Control System operations–overview
The LEGACY CAB-2 Remote Controller
Main Display
Displays real-time information about your railroad
system. Displays real-time feedback of operation.
Scroll Button
Navigates through the entire list
of Engines, Trains, Switches, etc.
Select Button
Performs addressing by
3-4 digit road number.
Touch Screen Key Pad
A group of touch sensitive keys
with icons for each function. These
keys serve many purposes and
their icons change accordingly.
Train Brake Slider
This slider is used to increase
or decrease the amount of Train
Brake effecting the engine or train.
Train Link Button
Quick slect of Train-Link
decives (LEGACY Control
System Version 1.3)
AUX-1/Thru Button
Press to view the Control
Panel while operating.
Controls switch direction.
AUX-2/Out Button
Controls switch direction.
Emergency Halt Button
Stops everything on
layout, also stops
recording playback.
Record Button
Used to record and
playback events.
Velocity Throttle
Throttle control over
engines, also used
to navigate thru info/
options.
Set Button
Used to set Engine address and for
programming.
Info Button
Used to enter/view the info/options of
selected components.
CTC Button
Turns the Remote Control ON and
OFF. Used to enter the Remote and
Base options. Pressing CTC while
in a menu will always bring you
back to main screen.
Soft Keys
These keys directly correlate to the
5 selection boxes located at the
bottom of the main screen. These
are also used in the info/option
menus to select options.
Warning Sound Controller
Warning Bell and Variable Whistle/
Horn control. Pull down to sound
Whistle/Horn. Push up and release
to trigger Warning Bell.
Official R.R. Speed Control Bar
Toggles the touchscreen display of R.R.
preset speeds and control panel.
Multi Controller
Boost, Brake, and Direction control.
Rock forward for Boost, rock
backward for engine brake, and
press down for direction change.
Click-hold-and rock for absolute
direction select.
Front & Rear Coupler Buttons
Fire couplers.
Feedback Buttons
Toggle ON/OFF the vibration feedback
feature in the CAB-2 Remote.
Low, Medium, High Momentum Buttons
Used to select the desired momentum of
your addressed engine/train/accessory.
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LEGACY Control System operations
THE MULTI-CONTROLLER (continued)
Boost & Brake
Boost and brake give you another way to
control the speed of your train. Boost gives your
loco a temporary increase in tractive power, and
returns to the previous speed when you release the
control, while the brake command slows you down
quicker than the Velocity Throttle alone and holds
your speed at the adjusted level.
9. Experiment with Boost and Brake. Notice how
your engine responds to the Multi-Controller. See reference number 9
THE TRAIN BRAKE SLIDER
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Train Brake is used to slow down and limit the top speed of your train by adding a load.
The more the Train Brake is applied by pulling the Train Brake Slider down, the more
laboring is heard from the engine. Eventually Train Brake application will slow down the train
and it is even possible to stop a train by pulling the Train Brake Slider all the way down. A
tremendous amount of laboring can be heard whenever you apply the Train Brake in a large
amount.
10. Experiment with the Train Brake. Try a small amount of the Train Brake when your
engine is moving down the rails at a medium speed. Notice the effect the Train Brake has
on sound and speed. Try adding more Train brake and notice that the Train Brake can
limit the top speed available to your engine.
Try adding even more Train Brake and notice that the Engine sounds like it is working
harder and harder as the Train Brake is applied more.
See reference number 10
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LEGACY Control System operations
THE VELOCITY THROTTLE
The Velocity Throttle (that big red rotary knob in the middle of your Lionel remote) is
used to start your engine moving, slow it down or speed it up. Use it simply by turning it
clockwise (speed up) or counter-clockwise (slow down).
4. Turn the Velocity Throttle clockwise a small amount. Your engine will begin to move.
5. Experiment with the engine’s response to the Velocity Throttle. Turn the Velocity Throttle
clock-wise and counter-clock-wise.
6. Slow and stop your engine by turning the Velocity Throttle counter-clockwise.
See reference numbers 4, 5, and 6
See reference numbers 7, and 8
THE MULTI-CONTROLLER
Direction
The direction of your engine toggles between forward and reverse at the touch of the Multi-
Controller.
7. Press the Multi-Controller once. Your engine's lights will change directions.
8. Turn the Velocity Throttle clockwise a small amount. Your Engine will reverse directions
and travel in the opposite direction.
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LEGACY Control System operations
THE SPEED BAR
Selection of Official Rail Road Speeds
The Speed Bar is used to select a new touch-screen Icon Control set. This set of touch-
screen keys is used to select official Railroad Speeds. Two additional controls, "High Ball,"
(Top Speed) and "Brake to Roll," (speed step one) are possible with this Touch-Screen set of
controls. Pressing AUX-1 returns you to the standard control panel.
17. Press, hold and release the
RR Speed icons one by one.
Experiment.
18. The speed of the engine
changes with each press and
release of a different RR
Speed key.
19. TowerCom dialog occurs each
time you press and hold a RR
speed key.
20. The Engineer dialog
responds and the speed of the
engine changes as soon as
you release the RR speed key.
21. If you touch a RR speed
key and release it quickly, a
speed change is enabled with
no dialog scene.
22. You can also use the Velocity
Throttle and other action
controls in this mode and
continue to use Official RR
speeds at the same time.
23. Repeat step 17.
24. Press AUX-1 to leave the RR speed mode and return to the standard mode and return to
the standard control panel.
25. Press the speed bar to toggle between the Official RR Speed Control Panel and the
Standard Control Panel.
At this point you know the basics of how to operate. There is a lot of fun waiting as you
experience the interaction of the controls and the touch-screen.
Be sure to read the entire Lionel Legacy Control System Manual to get the most from your
Lionel products.
See reference numbers 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, and 25
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LEGACY Control System operations
Assigning a new ID# to your locomotives
1. Make sure no other CABs are in use.
2. Slide the engine’s PGM/RUN switch to PGM
Work with only one locomotive at a time.
3. Power down your track.
4. Put the engine on the track.
5. Power up your track.
6. Press ENG on the remote.
7. Enter a unique engine ID# 1 to 99.
8. Press SET.
9. The horn should blow, the headlight pulse, or both.
10. Power down your track.
11. Take the engine off the track (if needed to access the PGM/
RUN switch).
12. IMPORTANT! Slide the engine’s PGM/RUN switch back to
RUN right away.
13. Put the engine on the track (if needed).
14. Power up your track.
15. You are ready to operate.
Note!
See reference numbers 1-5
See reference number 12
See reference numbers 8 & 9
See reference numbers 6 & 7
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LEGACY Control System operations
Lash-ups
Building a lash-up allows you to control your locomotive set as one in a prototypical
manner. It is still possible to control any of the engines in the lash-up individually. When
you issue a train command, the individual engine you were controlling will return to the
group. If there is a difference in speed, the individual Engine will return to the speed of the
lash-up at the rate set in the train momentum.
To build a lash-up, assign a unique engine (ENG) ID# to each unit. See page 10 for details.
BuildaLashup
1. Address the train ID# you wish to create or
change, 1 to 99.
2. Press INFO.
3. Press BUILD softkey (button directly under
BUILD).
4. Enter the front engine number. It is not
necessary to enter ENG, just enter the #. It will
appear in the blinking box.
5. Press ADD to add the front engine. The engine
will move to the right and the blinking box will
be ready for your next engine to be added.
6. Enter the second engine ID# in the blinking box.
7. Press ADD to add the second engine. The engine
will move to the right and the blinking box will be
ready for your next engine to be added.
8. Add all the engines you want in your lash-up in
this matter.
9. To change the direction of an engine in your lash-
up, turn the Velocity Throttle to move the engine
you want into the blinking box. Then press FWD
or REV to change the direction of the engine.
10. To delete an engine in your lash-up, turn the
Velocity Throttle to move the engine you want to
delete into the blinking box. Then press DEL.
11. To save your lash-up, press SET. Watch the
onscreen prompts and wait until you see the
message TRAIN CREATED.
12. Press CTC to exit to the operating screen.
See reference numbers 1, and 2
See reference number 4
See reference number 3
See reference numbers 6 and 7
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Locomotive switch function overview
Switch overview
Command Reverse Unit Switch
Used to assign an ID# and reprogram the locomotive in LEGACY and Command operation
when the switch is in the “PGM” position. Also used to “lock” your locomotive in a single
direction, or neutral, in conventional operation when the switch is placed in the “PGM”
position. See pages 17, 18, 19, and 20.
Smoke Unit Switch
Used to turn the smoke unit function “on” and “off”. See page 25.
Odyssey II Speed Control System Switch
Used to turn the Odyssey II Speed Control System “on” and “off”. See pages 21 and 23.
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Figure 1. Switch location
ODY
NO ODY
RUN
PRG
SMK
NO SMK
Command reverse
unit switch
Smoke unit switch
Odyssey II Speed Control
System switch
TrainMaster Command Control operations
Operating your locomotive in the Command Control environment
1. Turnofftrackpowerandplug-intheCommandBase.Be sure that the
Command Base is connected to the outside rail or to the Common/Ground/U terminal on
your track power supply.
2. PlaceyourlocomotiveonLionelorLionel-compatibleO-31orlarger
track.
3. Increasetrackvoltagetofullpower(nomorethan19voltsAC).On
PowerMasters, slide the CMD/CONV switch to CMD. Program Track Power Controllers to
Command Control operation.
Power your locomotive with an alternating-current (AC) transformer only.
Powering your locomotive with a direct-current (DC) transformer, or in excess of
19 volts AC, may result in damage to sensitive electronic components.
4.PressENGandentertheID#toaddressyourlocomotivewithyourCAB-1
RemoteController.All Lionel locomotives come factory-programmed as ID# 1. To
change the ID#, see page 17.
5. Throttleupandmove‘emout!Your locomotive will respond to every command from
your CAB-1 Remote Controller.
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Caution!
TrainMaster Command Control operations
TrainMaster Command Control operations
TrainMaster Command Control is the advanced model railroad control system from Lionel.
To operate your locomotive in the Command Control environment, you need a Command
Base (available separately, 6-12911) and a CAB-1 Remote Controller (available separately, 6-
12868).
Your commands are sent by the CAB-1 Remote Controller to the Command Base, which
then translates the command into digital code. That code is sent through the outside rails
to your locomotive, which will not respond until it recognizes its unique ID#. TrainMaster
Command Control gives you the power to operate multiple Command-equipped locomotives
on the same track at the same time.
Keep in mind that track power is like gasoline in the tank of a car—it gives you the power
to go places, but it doesn’t tell you where to go or how fast to get there.
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TrainMaster Command Control operations
Tuning your locomotive’s performance
TrainMaster Command Control allows you to fine-tune the performance of your locomotive.
Use your CAB-1 Remote Controller to make these adjustments.
Adjusting the speed
The BRAKEandBOOST buttons give you incremental control of your locomotive’s speed
while you press and hold these buttons, allowing you to make small, gradual adjustments
around curves and over grades. The locomotive will resume its initial speed when the buttons are
released.
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TrainMaster Command Control operations
CAB-1 Remote Controller commands
The CAB-1 Remote Controller commands are detailed below.
Releases the rear coupler.
Activates the numeric keypad.
Toggles the back-up light on and off.
Accelerates the locomotive with a clockwise rotation.
Decelerates the locomotive with a counter-clockwise
rotation.
Shuts down all PowerMasters on your railroad. Stops
all TrainMaster Command Control-equipped
locomotives in operation. Use HALT only in
emergency situations.
Changes the locomotive’s direction. The locomotive
decelerates to a stop and continues in the opposite
direction when you increase the throttle.
Increases the locomotive’s speed while the button is
pressed. Release the button to return to the initial
speed.
Decreases the locomotive’s speed while the button is
pressed.
Stops and resets the locomotive
Turns off the smoke unit.
Turns on the smoke unit if the smoke unit switch is in
the SMK position. Be sure to add smoke fluid before
turning on the smoke unit to prevent damage to your locomotive.
AUX1,8and9 function only if the locomotive’s smoke
unit switch is in the SMK position.
Sounds will be active in both switch positions.
SET LMH
Note!
L = 32 speed steps
M = 100 speed steps
H = 100 speed steps
with momentum.
TrainMaster Command Control operations
Building a lash-up
TrainMaster Command Control allows you to couple your Command Control-equipped
locomotives together, forming a multiple unit lash-up. Just like with the real railroads, lash-ups
allow you to pull longer trains and climb steeper grades. You will find that the lighting operates
prototypically—the lead unit’s headlight and interior lights are illuminated when the train is in
forward, and the rear unit’s headlight and interior lights are on when the train is in reverse. For
more information, refer to your TrainMaster Command Control manual.
To build a lash-up, assign a unique engine (ENG) ID# to each unit. Arrange the units on the
track and couple them together. The Command reverse unit must be set to RUN/FORWARD.
If you press a wrong button, start over with that particular unit. The assignment isn’t
saved until you press SET.
Start with the lead (front) unit
1. Press TR and enter your lash-up ID# (1-9) on your CAB-1 Remote Controller. No other lash-up
or track should share this ID#.
2. Enter the unique ID# of the lead unit.
3. Press F.
4. Press SET on the CAB-1 Remote Controller.
Add the middle units, one at a time
1. Press TR and enter the lash-up ID# (1-9) on your CAB-1 Remote Controller.
2. Enter the unique ID# of the middle unit.
3. Press SET on the CAB-1 Remote Controller.
4. Repeat these steps for any additional middle units.
The back-up light and ElectroCoupler will not operate while the unit is in a lash-up.
Address the unit using ENG and its unique ID# to access these features.
Complete the lash-up by adding the rear unit
1. Press TR and enter the lash-up ID# (1-9) on your CAB-1 Remote Controller.
2. Enter the unique ID# of the rear unit.
3. Press R.
4. Press SET on the CAB-1 Remote Controller.
You are now ready to operate your locomotive as a lash-up. Simply press TR and enter the
lash-up ID#, then use your CAB-1 Remote Controller to operate your locomotives. To operate an
individual unit within the lash-up, press ENG and enter the ID# for that particular unit.
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Note!
Note!
TrainMaster Command Control operations
Assigning your locomotive a new ID#
As your roster of TrainMaster Command Control-equipped locomotives grows, you
will want to give each unit a unique ID#. The locomotive will respond to commands
associated with its ID# while all other units will disregard these commands.
To restore your locomotive’s functions, see page 19.
1. Slide the Command reverse unit switch on your locomotive to the PGM position.
2. Place the locomotive on the track.
3. Connect the Command Base and plug it in.
4. Power up the track.
5. Press ENG.
6. Enter the unique ID#. Choose any number from 1 to 99 that has not been assigned to
another locomotive (ENG). We recommend using a part of your locomotive’s cab number.
7. Press SET.
8. Slide the Command reverse unit switch back to the RUN position.
The locomotive’s ID# has been set. Be sure to record the new ID# for your reference.
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Note!
Conventional transformer operations
Operating your locomotive in the conventional environment
Your locomotive is capable of operating in the conventional environment with nothing
more than a standard Lionel alternating-current (AC) transformer.
In the conventional environment, your locomotive cycles through a repeating pattern of
operations: forward, neutral, reverse, neutral, and so on. To advance to the next operation,
press the DIRECTION button on your transformer. Alternately, you could use the throttle to
briefly turn off track power so that the locomotive advances to the next operation when power
is restored.
Once you cycle the locomotive into forward or reverse, you control your locomotive’s
speed by varying track voltage with the transformer’s throttle. To increase the speed of the
locomotive, you increase track voltage. To decrease the speed, you decrease track voltage. To
stop the locomotive and to change directions (or to enter neutral), track voltage is turned off
or interrupted.
To experience all of your locomotive’s features, we recommend operating in the LEGACY
Command Control environment. With a simple one-wire connection, you can use the CAB-2
Remote Controller to access all of the functions of your locomotive. Refer to pages 5-11 to see
how to operate your locomotive in the LEGACY Command Control environment.
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TrainMaster Command Control operations
Reprogramming your locomotive to restore features
If your locomotive is unresponsive to your commands in the TrainMaster Command Control
environment, we recommend that you follow this procedure to reset your locomotive.
1. Slide the Command reverse unit switch to the PGM position.
2. Plug in and connect your Command Base.
3. Place your locomotive on the track, then power up the track.
4. Press ENG and enter the locomotive’s ID#.
5. Press SET.
6. Press ENG and enter the locomotive’s ID# again.
7. Press AUX1.
8. Enter 2for this particular locomotive.
9. Turn off track power and wait ten seconds.
10. Slide the Command reverse unit switch back to the RUN position.
At this point, your locomotive has been reset. Restore power to the track and operate the
locomotive as usual. Be sure to use the ID# entered in Step 4.
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Conventional transformer operations
Locking your locomotive into a single direction
When the Command reverse unit switch is in the RUN position, your locomotive sequences
through a repeating pattern of operations: forward, neutral, reverse, neutral, and so on.
To “lock” your locomotive into a single direction (for example, to operate in forward only), you
can deactivate the Command reverse unit’s sequencing function. Refer to Figure 1 on page 12 for the
location of the Command reverse unit switch.
1. Use your transformer’s DIRECTION button or interruptions in track power to get your
locomotive moving in the desired direction or into neutral.
2. Slow the locomotive down without stopping (reduce the throttle without turning off track power).
3. Slide the Command reverse unit switch to the PGM position. At this point, the locomotive is
“locked” into your chosen direction. See Figure 1 on page 12 for the location of this switch.
To restore the forward-neutral-reverse sequence, just slide the Command reverse unit switch back
to the RUN position.
Coupling your locomotive in the conventional environment
Your locomotive features an ElectroCoupler that is released by remote control at any point around
your layout in the TrainMaster Command Control environment.
In the conventional environment, the ElectroCouplers will not open manually or by using a
Remote-Control Track section. To couple your locomotive in the conventional environment, you
must rely on a piece of rolling stock equipped with a magnetic coupler. Simply release the magnetic
coupler and couple the rolling stock to the locomotive, even if the ElectroCoupler is closed.
Keep in mind that you may still make use of Lionel Remote-Control Track sections (6-65530
for O gauge; 6-12746 and 6-65149 for O-27 gauge; and 6-12020 and 6-12054 for FasTrack layouts)
with the magnetic couplers on the rolling stock. Place the trigger disc on the magnetic coupler over
the central coil on the Remote-Control Track section, then press UNCOUPLE on the track section’s
controller. As illustrated in Figure 2, the magnetic field pulls the disc downward, releasing the coupler.
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Figure 2. Magnetic coupler operation
Conventional transformer operations
Operating your locomotive in the conventional environment (continued)
1. PlaceyourlocomotiveonLionelorLionel-compatibleO-31orlargertrack.
2. Poweryourlocomotiveat12-18voltswithyouralternatingcurrent(AC)
transformer.
Power your locomotive with an alternating-current (AC) transformer only.
Powering your locomotive with a direct-current (DC) transformer, or in excess
of 19 volts AC, may result in damage to sensitive electronic components. 60 HZ
AC is required. Do not power with 50 HZ AC.
3. Waitthreetoeightsecondsasyourlocomotivedetermineswhetherit
isinaconventionalenvironmentoraTrainMasterCommandControl
environment.
After this delay, you are ready for operation in the conventional environment.
4. Move‘emout!
Press the DIRECTION button on your transformer to sequence your locomotive through
the repeating pattern of operations: forward, neutral, reverse, neutral, and so on. You may
also briefly turn off track power to advance the locomotive to the next operating state.
Adjust the throttle until your locomotive moves at your desired speed.
When placing your locomotive on your layout for the first time, it will start out in
neutral. Thereafter, it will start in forward after every power interruption lasting five
seconds or longer.
WerecommendthatyouoperateyourLEGACYdiesellocomotivewithThe
OdysseyIISpeedControlSystemturnedon. You may choose to operate your
locomotive without speed control by placing the Odyssey II Speed Control System switch to the
“NO ODY” position. See Figure 1 on page 12.
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Caution!
Note!
Maintaining and servicing your locomotive
Lubricating your locomotive
Help your Lionel locomotive lead a long and productive life on your railroad by maintaining
it properly. To keep your locomotive lubricated, we recommend that you purchase a Lionel
Lubrication and Maintenance Kit (6-62927), available from your authorized Lionel dealer.
When you find that the lubrication points illustrated in Figure 3 appear dry, lubricate your
locomotive after you have removed any accumulated dirt and dust. There are two basic rules to keep
in mind when you are lubricating your locomotive: use only a small amount of lubrication and avoid
getting grease or oil on your locomotive’s wheels, roller pick-ups, or the track.
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Figure 3. Lubrication points
Lubricate with Lionel
oil sparingly
Lubricate with Lionel
oil sparingly
Lubricate with Lionel
oil sparingly
Lubricate with Lionel
oil sparingly
Lubricate with Lionel
oil sparingly Grease the gears with
Lionel oil sparingly
Grease the gears with
Lionel oil sparingly
REAR
FRONT
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Odyssey II Speed Control system TrainMaster Command Control
operation
When Odyssey II Speed Control system is activated, changes in the speed of the locomotive
will correspond to each signal from the Command Base. For example, when you address the
locomotive and slowly turn the throttle knob, the first flash of the red light on the Command Base
corresponds to the first speed step, which is the slowest speed of the locomotive. The locomotive will
maintain that speed until you increase or decrease the throttle.
In TrainMaster Command Control CAB-1 mode, Odyssey II Speed Control System now provides
selectable resolution and momentum. L=32 speed steps, M= 100 speed steps, and H= 100 speed
steps with momentum. See page 15.
Odyssey II Speed Control system operations
Odyssey II Speed Control system operations
The Odyssey II Speed Control system is “cruise control” for your locomotive. Once the
speed control is set, your locomotive will maintain a constant speed, no matter what load
is placed on the locomotive or what grades you have on your layout. The Odyssey II Speed
Control system also allows for extremely slow movement that will amaze any scale enthusiast.
The Odyssey II Speed Control system is automatically operational when you operate your
locomotive in conventional (non-Command Control) mode, as long as the Odyssey II
Speed Control system switch is in the ODY position (see Figure 1 on page 12). This means that
your locomotive will maintain a constant speed, compensating for grades, loads, and turns.
Simply use your transformer’s throttle to adjust the speed of your locomotive.
In conventional operation, the lights in the locomotive are connected directly to
track power. Do not exceed 14-16 volts for extended periods. Doing so will reduce
the life of your lamps.
Because of the way that speed control operates in conventional mode, you will
notice a slight delay between adjusting your transformer throttle and the change
in the speed of your locomotive. If you desire instantaneous response to throttle
changes, turn off the Odyssey II Speed Control system using the Odyssey switch on
the bottom of the locomotive. See Figure 1 on page 12.
Odyssey II Speed Control system conventional transformer
operation
Caution!
Note!
Odyssey II Speed Control System LEGACY Control operation
In LEGACY Control System CAB-2 mode, Odyssey II Speed Control system provides 0-199
speed steps. For a more in depth explanation of the LEGACY Control System features, please
see your LEGACY Control System operations manual.
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Maintaining and servicing your locomotive set
Adding fluid to your locomotive’s smoke generator
Your locomotive is equipped with a smoke generator that produces a safe, clean, white smoke
during operation. In order to function, the smoke generator requires the periodic addition of
Lionel smoke fluid. A small bottle of smoke fluid is included with your locomotive set.
To add smoke fluid, press down and unscrew the cap of the smoke fluid bottle, then pierce
the tip of the nozzle with a pin. Add no more than 10 to 15 drops of fluid into the stack of your
locomotive as illustrated in Figure 4. Power up your locomotive, and smoke production will start
momentarily. Smoke production will start faster if you operate your locomotive at higher speeds.
Smoke production is greatest at high voltages and when the locomotive pulls a heavy load. When
smoke production decreases, add four to eight additional drops of smoke fluid.
If you prefer to operate your locomotives without smoke, locate the smoke unit switch on the
underside of the locomotive and slide it to the NO SMK position. Refer to Figure 1 on page 12 for the
location of this switch.
When the smoke unit switch is in the SMK position, always keep a small amount of smoke fluid
in the smoke unit. Operating your locomotive’s smoke unit without smoke fluid will cause damage
to the heating element.
Always operate your locomotive’s smoke unit with the addition of smoke fluid to
prevent damage to the heating element.
Caution!
Add smoke to either hole
— not both. Add no more than
10 to 15 drops.
Front
Rear
Figure 4. Stack location
Maintaining and servicing your locomotive
Note!
Note!
Note!
Adjusting the smoke output
Your locomotive features an improved smoke unit with variable smoke output. In the TrainMaster
Command Control environment, you may select low, medium, or high smoke output using your
CAB-1 Remote Controller. Your locomotive is shipped from the factory in the medium smoke output
setting.
To adjust the smoke output, bring the locomotive to a stop, press AUX1, AUX2, 9, then press
Lfor low smoke, Mfor medium smoke, or Hfor high smoke. Press AUX2 again to complete the
setting. See page 15 for the location of these buttons on the CAB-1 Remote Controller.
Your locomotive will remember its new setting until you change it again.
It may take up to a minute for the smoke unit to heat up or cool down to the new setting.
In the conventional environment, smoke output is always at the medium level. Smoke
output is not variable in the conventional environment.
Adjusting the variable smoke unit output using the L, M, or Hbuttons will also effect the
locomotives momentum setting (see page 15). After changing the smoke unit output, simply
reset the momentum to your preferred setting by pressing the L, M, or Hbutton once again.
Replacing your locomotive’s LED
Y
our locomotive is illuminated by one LED, which is expected to last for the life of the
locomotive. Only an authorized Lionel Service Center should service the locomotive’s LED.
See the Lionel Service section on page 28 for more information.
Replacing the traction tires
Your powered B-unit locomotive is equipped with traction tires (Lionel part no. 620-8815-206) to
increase the tractive effort of your locomotive set and allow it to pull more cars at once.
During the course of normal operations, the traction tires may become worn out. To replace the
traction tires, remove the side frame screws from the underside of the trucks and lift away the side
frame. Remove the worn tire, then slip the replacement around the wheel. Reposition the side frame
on the truck and secure it with the two screws.
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Notes
Lionel Limited Warranty Policy & Service
This Lionel product, including all mechanical and electrical components, moving parts, motors and structural components, with
the exception of LIGHT BULBS, LED’s & TRACTION TIRES are warranted to the original owner-purchaser for a period of
one year from the original date of purchase against original defects in materials or workmanship when purchased through a
Lionel Authorized Retailer*.
This warranty does NOT cover the following:
• Normal wear and tear
• Light bulbs or LED’s
• Defects appearing in the course of commercial use
• Damage resulting from abuse/misuse of the product
Transfer of this product by the original owner-purchaser to another person voids this warranty in its entirety. Modification of this
product in any way; visually mechanically or electronically, voids the warranty in its entirety.
Any warranted product which is defective in original materials or workmanship and is delivered by the original owner-purchaser (this
warranty is non-transferrable) to Lionel LLC or any Lionel Authorized Service Station MUST be accompanied by the original receipt
for purchase (or copy) from an Authorized Lionel Retailer*, will at the discretion of Lionel LLC, be repaired or replaced, without
charge for parts or labor. In the event the defective product cannot be repaired, and a suitable replacement is not available, Lionel will
offer to replace the product with a comparable model (determined by Lionel LLC), if available. In the event a comparable model
is not available the customer will be refunded the original purchase price (requires proof of purchase from the Authorized Lionel
Retailer* it was originally purchased). Any products on which warranty service is sought must be sent freight or postage prepaid
(Lionel will refuse any package when postage is due). Transportation and shipping charges are not covered as part of
this warranty.
NOTE: Products that require service that do not have a receipt from an LIONEL AUTHORIZED RETAILER* will
be required to pay for all parts required to repair the product (labor will not incur a charge) providing the
product is not older than 3 years from date of manufacture and is within 1 year from date of purchase. A copy
of the original sales receipt is required.
In no event shall Lionel LLC be held liable for incidental or consequential damages.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not
apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state.
Instructions for Obtaining Service
If service for this Lionel LLC product is required; bring the item, along with your DATED sales receipt and completed warranty
information (at the bottom of this page) to the nearest Lionel Authorized Service Station. Your nearest Lionel Service Station
can be found by calling 1-800-4-LIONEL or by accessing the website at www.lionel.com.
If you prefer to send your Lionel product directly to Lionel, for repair you must FIRST call 586-949-4100 extension 9105 or FAX
Lionel at 586-949-5429 or write to Customer Service, 26750 Twenty Three Mile Road, Chesterfield, MI 48051-2493. Please have the
6-digit Lionel product number, the date of original purchase, the dealer where the item was purchased and what seems to be the
problem. You will receive a return authorization (RA) number to ensure your merchandise will be properly tracked and handled upon
receipt at Lionel LLC.
Once you have your Return Authorization (RA) number, make sure the item is packed in its original Styrofoam inner container
which is placed inside the original outer display box (this will help prevent damage during shipping and handling). This shipment
MUST be prepaid and we recommend that it be insured with the carrier of your choice.
Please make sure you have followed all of the above instructions carefully before returning any merchandise for service. You may
choose to have your product repaired by one of Lionel LLC’s Authorized Service Stations after its warranty has expired. A reasonable
service fee should be expected once the product warranty has expired.
Warranty Information
Please complete the information below and keep it, along with your DATED ORIGINAL SALES RECEIPT. You MUST
present this form AND your DATED SALES RECEIPT when requesting warranty service.
*A complete listing of Lionel Authorized retailers can be found by calling 1-800-4-LIONEL or by visiting our website at
www.lionel.com.
Products that are more than 3 years old, from date of manufacture, are not applicable for warranty coverage, even if they
have never been sold prior to this date. (Under no circumstance shall any components or labor be provided free of charge.)
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