Lionel CW-80 Transformer User manual

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Lionel
CW-80 Transformer
Owner’s Manual
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Thank You!
Thank you for your purchase of the Lionel CW-80 Transformer! This device combines a high output control unit and an internal power supply, providing your railroad with 80 watts and five
amps of alternating current. With a variable accessory voltage, the CW-80 Transformer features the
precision control your layout needs!
Read this manual thoroughly before using your Transformer. It has important information on
the setup and operation of this product. If you have any questions after reviewing these instructions,
contact Lionel Customer Service at 1-800-4LIONEL.
FCC Statement
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user authority to operate the equipment.
Notes: 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 equipement 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.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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Déclarations de la FCC et CNR
Avertissement : Tout modication ou changement apporté à cet équipement sans l'approbation
expresse de la partie responsable de sa conformité risque d'annuler le droit de l'utilisateur à se servir
de cet équipement.
Notes : Cet équipement a été testé et déclaré conforme aux limites pour appareils numériques
de classe B, selon la section 15 des règlements de la FCC. Ces limites sont destinées à
assurer une protection raisonnable contre les interférences nuisibles dans une installation
résidentielle. Cet équipement produit, utilise et peut émettre de l'énergie radio électrique
et, s'il n'est pas installé et utilisé conformément aux présentes instructions, peut causer des
interférences nuisibles aux communications radio.
Cependant, il se peut que des interférences se produisent dans une installation particulière. En
cas d'interférences avec la réception radiophonique ou télévisuelle, qui peuvent être vérifiées
en mettant l'équipement hors, puis sous tension, l'utilisateur peut tenter de résoudre le
problème de l'une des façons suivantes :
• Réorientez ou déplacez l'antenne réceptrice.
• Augmentez la distance entre l'équipement et le récepteur.
• Branchez l’équipement à une prise de courant faisant partie d’un autre circuit que celui sur
lequel est branché le récepteur.
• Consultez le fournisseur ou un technicien expérimenté en radio/télévision afin d’obtenir de
l’assistance.

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Operating your CW-80 Transformer safely 5
Wall pack power supply 6-7
Wiring your CW-80 Transformer 8-9
Connecting the FasTrack terminal section 10
Operating your trains with the CW-80 Transformer 11
Experiencing the features of the CW-80 Transformer 11-12
Setting the accessory output 13
Powering your layout with the CW-80 Transformer 14
Troubleshooting 15
Limited Warranty/Lionel Service 16
Table of Contents

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Operating your wall-pack power supply safely
Your Lionel CW-80 Transformer is listed by ETL and has been carefully designed to ensure peak performance. When using electrical products, basic safety precautions should be
observed.
Be sure to observe the following guidelines:
•Read the manual thoroughly before using this device.
•This device is not recommended for children under fourteen 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
condition 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 designed 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
serviceable parts inside. If damaged, take this product to an authorized Lionel Service
Center. A list of authorized Service Centers is packed with this unit.
•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.

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Not recommended for children under 14 years of age. As with all electric products, precautions
should be observed during handling and use to prevent electric shock.
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For the safety of children, the toy transformer must be periodically examined by parents
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) and that, in an event of such
conditions, the transformer should not be used until properly repaired.
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1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
2. Read and follow all instructions that are on the product or provided with the product.
3. Do not use an extension cord.
4. Maximum ambient temperature around the toy transformer must not exceed 25°C.
5. The appliance is suitable for use for toy machine appliances.
6. This toy transformer complies with UL 697 (Toy Transformers) CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 173.
7. The output power taken from the supply must not exceed the rating given on the toy
transformer.
8. The toy transformer is not intended to be repaired by service personnel in case of failure or
component defect (unit can be thrown away).
9. The socket outlet must be located close to the machine and be easily accessible.
10. The appliance is suitable for moderate climates only.
11. The ventilation must not be impaired by covering the appliance with items such as
newspapers, table cloths, curtains, etc.
12. Naked flame sources, such as candles, must not be placed on the appliance.
13. The appliance and the main socket must be easily accessible at all times.
14. In case of broken cords or plugs, the appliance must be disposed of.
15. The appliance does not require much attention. If you want to clean it, please use only dry
cloths or a brush.
Wall-pack power supply

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Non recommandé pour les enfants de moins de quatorze ans. Comme pour tous les produits
électriques, des précautions doivent être observées lors de la manipulation et de l'utilisation
pour éviter les chocs électriques.
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Pour la sécurité des enfants, le transformateur de jouet doit être examiné périodiquement par
les parents, ce qui peut entraîner un risque d'incendie, d'électrocution ou de blessure (comme
des dommages au cordon de sortie, aux lames, au boîtier ou à d'autres pièces) et que, en
en cas de telles conditions, le transformateur ne doit pas être utilisé tant qu'il n'a pas été
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1. LISEZ ET SUIVEZ TOUTES LES CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ
2. Lisez et suivez toutes les instructions figurant sur le produit ou fournies avec le produit.
3. N'utilisez pas de rallonge.
4. La température ambiante maximale autour du transformateur de jouet ne doit pas
déspasser 25°C.
5. L'appareil peut être utilisé conjointement avec des appareils de machines jouets.
6. Ce transformateur de jouet est conforme à la norme UL 697 (transformateurs de jouet) CAN/
CSA C22.2 No. 173.
7. La puissance de sortie prélevée sur l'alimentation ne doit pas dépasser la valeur nominale
indiquée sur le transformateur jouet.
8. Le transformateur jouet n'est pas destiné à être réparé par le personnel de service en cas de
panne ou de défaut de composant (l'unité peut être jetée).
9. La prise de courant doit être située à proximité de la machine et être facilement accessible.
10. L'appareil convient uniquement aux climats tempérés.
11. La ventilation ne doit pas être altérée en recouvrant l'appareil avec des articles tels que de
journaux, des colonnes de table, des rideaux, etc.
12. Les sources de flammes nues, telles que les bougies, ne doivent pas être placées sur
l'appareil.
13. L'appareil et la prise de courant doivent toujours être facilement accessibles.
14. En cas de cordons ou de fiches cassés, l'appareil doit être mis au rebut.
15. L''appareil ne nécessite pas beaucoup d'attention. Si vous souhaitez le nettoyer, veuillez
utiliser uniquement des chions secs ou une brosse.
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For best performance on large layouts, it is recommended that you use 16-gauge wire to con- nect your CW-80 Transformer to the track. Use the stripped ends of the wires, or spade-shaped
connectors on all CW-80 Transformer connections, with no more than two wires on each terminal.
Terminal strips (available at your local electronics supply store) allow you to connect multiple wires
to evenly distribute power to your layout.
Make sure that all connections are secure. Loose connections can produce extremely high tem-
peratures. 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.
To prevent the excessive build up of heat, be sure to select the proper wire gauge for
your layout. Follow these guidelines:
•Track connections (or Lockon 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 cur-
rent.
• When wiring multiple accessories (two or more) or accessories that require higher
current, be sure to use 18- to 16-gauge wire.
1. Attach a Lionel Lockon to your track.
As illustrated in Figure 1, slide the bottom edge of the outside rail into the metal lip on the
Lockon. Press the clip at the end of the Lockon over the bottom edge of the inside rail.
Wiring your CW-80 Transformer
Figure 1. Lockon attachment
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LOCKON

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2. Attach one wire to the Lockon spring clip terminal labeled “1” and connect it to the
power terminal labeled “A”. All Controller connections are illustrated in Figure 2.
To attach the wire to the Lockon, press down on the top of the terminal clip so that a metal loop
is formed. Slide the bare end of the wire into the exposed loop. Release pressure on the terminal
clip, allowing the crimped metal to pinch the end of the wire in the metal loop. Give a little tug on
the wire to check if the hold is secure.
To attach the wire to the Transformer terminal, loosen the thumbscrew to expose the hole in the
terminal shaft, then insert the bare end of the wire into the hole. Tighten the thumbscrew, mak-
ing sure that the bare wire is in contact with the terminal shaft.
3. Attach a second wire to the Lockon spring clip terminal labeled “2” and connect it to
the power terminal labeled “U”.
4. Attach a third wire to the Transformer terminal labeled “B” and connect it to your
accessories.
5. Attach a final wire from your accessories to the Transformer terminal labeled “U”.
6. Plug the CW-80 Transformer into your wall outlet (120 volts).
Wiring your CW-80 Transformer continued
120V/60Hz
0~18VAC
U
A
U
AB
U
0~18VAC
TRACK ACCESSORY
0-18 VAC
Variable voltage
to track
0-18 VAC
Programmable output
Programmable voltage to
accessories/switches
Figure 2. Controller connections

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Connecting the FasTrack terminal section
If you are using the Lionel FasTrack track system, you will find that the terminal section eas- ily connects to the transformer’s TRACK posts. Two wires are attached to the underside of the
FasTrack terminal section (available separately, 6-12016). Attach the spade-shaped connectors at
the ends of these wires to the CW-80 Transformer. Be sure that the connections are secure. Follow
these steps and refer to Figure 3.
If you are connecting the Transformer to your layout with any other type of wire,
refer to the guidelines on page 8.
1. Feed the wires through the notch in the FasTrack terminal section. Refer to Figure 3.
2. Loosen the red TRACK thumbscrew terminal, then slide the spade-shaped connec
tor with the red insulation at the end of the black wire with white tracer into
position. The thumbscrew post should be positioned between the “blades” of the spade
connector. Tighten the thumbscrew to secure the connection.
3. Loosen the black TRACK thumbscrew terminal, then slide the spade-shaped connec
tor with the black insulation at the end of the BLACK wire into position. Tighten the
thumbscrew to secure the connection.
4. If you need to power an accessory, connect the accessory to the ACCESSORY thumb
screw terminals.
5. Plug the CW-80 Transformer into your wall outlet (120 volts).
Caution!
U
120/60z
0~18VAC
AB
U
0~18VAC
TRACK ACCESSORY
FasTrack terminal section
Notch
Spade-shaped
connector
Figure 3. Transformer connections