Lionel Ready-to-Play Series User manual

ITM. / ART. 1456685
Ready-to-PlayTM Series
Lionel
Ready-to-Play TM Train Set
Owner's Manual
Adult assembly required
Batteries not included
Packaging contains important information and should be kept

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Thank You!
Thank you for your purchase of this Lionel Ready-to-Play train set. This set features everything you need to get started - a wireless controller, a huge loop of easy to assemble
track, a string of detailed cars and a locomotive (with tender if you purchased a steam set.)
Read this instruction manual thoroughly for important tips on operating and
maintaining your Ready-to-Play train set.
Set Inventory
• 1 Locomotive with authentic train sounds and working headlight
• 1 Tender (with Steam sets only)
• 2 Rolling Stock cars
• 1 package of Coupler Extenders
• 24 curved track sections
• 8 straight track sections
• 1 Wireless controller
• 1 Owner's manual

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FCC and RSS Statements
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: 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 equipment 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.
• 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 harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
This device complies with Industry Canada's Licence-exempt RSSs. 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 of the device.

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Table of contents
Track assembly and layout
Joining the track sections 5
Layouts 6
Battery installation and options
Installing 'AAA' batteries into the wireless controller 7
Installing 'C' batteries into the locomotive 8-10
Operating your train
Connecting the locomotive and cars together 11
Attaching the included coupler extenders 12
Power activation switch on the locomotive 13
The wireless controller 14-16
Maintenance and operations
Battery Warning 17
Cleaning the track 17
Troubleshooting 18-19
Limited Warranty/Lionel Service 20
The following Lionel marks are used throughout this Owner’s Manual and are protected under law.
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Lionel®, Ready-to-Play™

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Track assembly and layout
Joining the track sections
Join the track sections together by placing them on a flat surface and inserting the plastic tabs of each track section into the corresponding openings of the next section. Press or
squeeze the ties together to connect. This may require the help of an adult. Recheck all track
connection points upon completing your layout to be sure they are secure.
To disassemble the track just lift one of the track sections slightly at an angle where they
join together and they will snap apart. See Figure 1.
The rails should be kept clean, dry, and free from oil, grease, and dirt. Clean the track
periodically with a clean soft cloth.
Figure 1. Assembling and disassembling the track

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Track assembly and layout
Layouts
These are three possible layouts you can make with the track provided. See Figure 2.
Circle
• Connect all curved track sections
Extended Circle
• Make four ninety-degree curves by joining six curved sections each
• Connect the six-section ninety-degree curves with two straight sections in between each
Oval
• Make two half-circles using twelve curved sections for each. Make two long straight tracks
using four sections each. Join the curves using the two long straight sections.
Figure 2. Possible track layouts
7-11826 Add-On Track
12-Pack Straight
7-11832 Manual Switch Track Pack
Right Switch
7-11827 Add-On Track
12-Pack Curved
Figure 3. Additional track is now available separately to create new layouts
Left Switch

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Installing AAA batteries into the Wireless Controller
Using a Phillips Head screwdriver, have an adult loosen the screw on the battery compartment cover. Once the battery compartment cover has been removed (as
shown in figure 4) install 3 'AAA' Alkaline Batteries (not included). Please be sure the
+/- of each battery is positioned properly in the battery compartment. Replace the battery
door and tighten the Phillips head screw. Be careful to avoid over-tightening the screw.
Use only Alkaline AAA batteries. Use only new batteries. Never mix new and used
batteries or use different types of batteries together.
Figure 4. Opening and closing the battery compartment
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 WIRELESS CONTROLLER CAUSED FROM LEAKING
BATTERIES.
Important!
When you are not operating the train, slide the On/Off switch to the
OFF position to conserve the battery life.
Important!
Important!
Battery installation and options
Remove the cover

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Battery installation and options
Using a Phillips Head screwdriver, have an adult loosen the screw on the battery compartment cover. Push down on the battery tray locking mechanism to allow the tray
to slide out of the cavity inside the locomotive. Once the battery tray has been removed install
6 'C' Alkaline Batteries (not included). Please be sure the +/- of each battery is positioned as
shown in the battery compartment. See Figure 5(a/b/c).
Close the battery compartment by inserting the tabs on the top end of the battery cover into
the retaining slot. Then close the bottom end of the lid and secure by tightening the
Phillips Head screw.
Use Alkaline ‘C’ batteries. Use only new batteries. Never mix new and used
batteries or use different types of batteries together.
Important!
Figure 5a. Installing ‘C’ batteries in the Berkshire Locomotive
Berkshire Locomotive
Remove the cover from the cab
and press down to remove
the battery tray
Once the batteries are loaded, the screw should be tightened
all the way to ensure that the battery contacts stay in place
between the battery holder and the spring contacts.
FRONT
REAR
Installing ‘C’ batteries into the Berkshire Locomotive
Loosen screw

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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 the
locomotive caused from leaking batteries.
Important!
Battery installation and options
Installing ‘C’ batteries into the General Locomotive
Slide the battery tray
out of the cab to add
the 'C' batteries
Remove the cover
from the cab
Loosen screw
FRONT
REAR
General Locomotive
Figure 5b. Installing ‘C’ batteries in the General Locomotive

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Battery installation and options
Installing ‘C’ batteries into the F3 Locomotive
F3 Locomotive
Figure 5c. Installing ‘C’ batteries in the F3 Locomotive
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 the
locomotive caused from leaking batteries.
Important!
Loosen screw
Remove the cover
from the rear of the
locomotive
Slide the battery tray
out of the locomotive
to add the 'C' batteries
FRONT
REAR

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Operating your train
Connecting the locomotive and train cars together
Place the locomotive on the track first. Be sure that all the wheels are within the track rails.
The locomotive will not turn on until the power switch at the top of the locomotive
is slid to the "ON" position.
Place the tender (in steam sets only) on the track behind the locomotive and connect the
couplers. Continue this procedure with the additional cars. Be sure that all the wheels are on
the track rails. See Figure 6.
Figure 6. Connecting the locomotive and the other cars
Note!
Connecting the couplers
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 the
locomotive caused from leaking batteries.
Important!

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If you are setting up the track for your Lionel Ready-to-Play™ train set on or over uneven surfaces
such as plush carpet, or if you are experiencing difficulty keeping the train cars connected to one
another, simply snap the coupler extenders (one on each coupler arm of each train car including
the locomotive and tender) onto each coupler arm as depicted in the image below. This should help
prevent the train cars from becoming un-coupled.
Figure 7. Attaching the coupler extenders
Attaching the included coupler extenders
Operating your train

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Operating your train
Power activation button on the locomotive
Slide the locomotive power switch to the “on” position. The locomotive cab light will blink and an audible beeping sound will come on to indicate it is looking for controller pairing.
OFF
ON
Figure 8. Power Activation Switch
Berkshire
F3
General
ONOFF

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Operating your train
The wireless controller
Turn the power switch on the side of the wireless controller to the up or ON position. The red LED at the top of the speed dial will illuminate to tell you the controller is on.
Turn the power switch on the wireless controller to the down position or OFF position when not
in use. The LED at the top of the dial will go out to indicate the power is off. See Figure 9.
Leaving the wireless controller power ON when not in use will drain the controller’s
battery.
Pairing the wireless controller to your Ready-to-PlayTM train set
With the wireless controller turned off, turn the locomotive power switch to the “ON” position. The locomotive will produce a loud beeping sound, while the headlight will be off, and the
cab light is blinking on and off.
Turn the wireless controller on. The locomotive sounds will turn on, the headlight will
illuminate, and the cab light will turn off as long as the train is stopped (at idle).
Note!
Note!
Figure 9. Using the wireless controller
If the controller is turned on PRIOR to the locomotive, the LED on the remote will blink
on and off. Once the remote pairs with the locomotive, the LED on the controller will turn
solid if the position of the dial is in the neutral/idle position and the knob is facing up.
The locomotive sounds will come alive as described above.
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Operating your train
Operating your wireless controller
Turn your wireless controller to the ON position by sliding the button on the right side of the controller up. An LED on top of the dial will light to indicate the power is on (See Figure 10 on
page 14). See Figure 9 on page 16 for button operations.
Forward
Turn the throttle dial to the right towards GREEN. The speed in the forward position is variable,
the more you turn the dial along the green arrow, the faster the train will run. The flashing rate of
the LED will be consistent with the speed. Once the locomotive begins to move, the cab light will turn
on and stay on as long as the locomotive is moving.
Stop
Turning the dial to the top will stop the train. Note that it may take up to several seconds for the
train to come to a complete stop depending on how fast it was going. Make sure to bring the train to
a complete stop before changing direction.
Reverse
Turn the dial towards the blue REVERSE position to have the train move in reverse. Again,
there are variable speeds in the reverse position. The more you turn the dial along the blue
arrow, the faster the train will go. The flashing rate of the LED will be consistent with the speed.
Bell
Pressing the BELL button activates the locomotive's bell sound.
Center Button with Music Note (Depending on which set purchased)
Pressing the center button marked with a music note activates a special announcement when
stopped and another announcement when moving.
Whistle
Pressing the WHISTLE button activates the locomotive's whistle or HORN if you purchased a
diesel set.
If the locomotive power switch is turned off while the locomotive is moving, it will stop.
The LED on the controller will begin to blink slowly, signifying it has lost communication
with the locomotive.
If the controller is turned off while the train is running the locomotive will slow down and stop.
The headlight will turn off, cab light will begin flashing and a loud beeping sound will begin
playing (notifying the operator to slide the power switch to the “OFF” position to conserve battery
life).
Leaving the Wireless Controller power ON when not in use will drain the controller’s
battery.
Note!
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Operating your train
Operating your wireless controller continued
Figure 10. Operating your 3 Button Wireless Controller
3 BUTTON WIRELESS CONTROLLER
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Maintenance and operations
IMPORTANT : BATTERY INFORMATION
Please retain this information for future reference.
Batteries should be replaced by an adult.
CAUTION:
• Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or rechargeable
(nickle-cadmium) batteries.
• Different types of batteries or new and used batteries are not to be
mixed.
• Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended are to be
used.
• Batteries are to be inserted with correct polarity.
• Exhausted batteries are to be removed from the toy.
• The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.
• Dispose of battery(ies) safely.
• Do not dispose of this product in a fire. The batteries inside may explode
or leak.
• Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged.
• Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from the toy before being
charged.
• Rechargeable batteries are only to be used under adult supervision.
Cleaning the track
It is very important to keep the track and wheels free from dirt and grease. Wipe them with a soft cloth whenever they get dirty. This will help the locomotive run more efficiently.

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Maintenance and operations
Troubleshooting
The train will not run and the locomotive light is not on. The steam locomotive
cab light is blinking or the diesel locomotive headlight is blinking.
1. Check to see if the wireless controller is in the OFF position.
2. After checking the above and if the light is still not on replace the 6 ‘C’ batteries in the
locomotive. Be sure the batteries are oriented as indicated in the battery compartment (see
pages 8, 9, and 10). After replacing the batteries, slide the switch to the ON position.
The train will not run but the engine headlight and sounds are on.
1. Check to make sure the wireless controller power switch is in the ON position. This will be
indicated by the red LED being illuminated.
2. Try moving the controller closer to the locomotive. Although designed for an optimal range
of 10 feet, the signal can be weakened by a metal object or other interference.
3. Be sure the controller is not lying flat on the floor and the controller is positioned above
the level of the train.
4. Replace the 3 'AAA' batteries in the controller (see page 7). Be sure that the batteries are
oriented as indicated in the battery compartment.
The train will not run and the steam locomotive's cab light or the diesel
locomotive's headlight is flickering.
1. Check to see if your wireless controller's power light is on. Give the train a new command
such as the whistle button. If the lamp remains flickering and the whistle or horn will not
sound, either your locomotive or controller needs repair. If the light changes to a steady
white glow and the whistle or horn does not sound, your locomotive needs repair. Please
contact Lionel service. See page 20.
White cab light.
Under normal conditions
the cab light will turn on
as the train runs.
Steam Locomotive

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Maintenance and operations
Troubleshooting continued
The train runs, but the wheels slip on the track.
1. Check the top of the track rails and rubberized drive wheels for dirt or grease. Clean with a
soft dry or slightly dampened cloth.
2. Check to see that all of the wheels of both the locomotive, tender (steam locomotives only)
and cars are located properly on the track.

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