GE VISION Line ES44AC, VISION Line GE ES44AC EVOLUTION HYBRID Owner's Manual

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Lionel VISION™ Line

GE® ES44AC

EVOLUTION HYBRID

Owner’s Manual

Lionel VISION™ Line

GE® ES44AC

EVOLUTION HYBRID

Owner’s Manual

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Congratulations!

s a VISION Line™ locomotive, the ES44AC HYBRID is the most technically advanced and

realistic O Gauge diesel locomotive ever made. On the outside, this gold standard engine features more realistic interior detail, exterior detail and decoration than ever before. Inside the body you'll find the highest caliber electronics and sounds to give you unprecedented operational realism. In addition to all the great features found on Lionel Standard O locomotives, your ES44AC HYBRID is equipped with an array of other realistic and dramatic effects including a removable cab roof for viewing a highly detailed interior with illuminated gauges, opening door with interior details on the locomotives front cab, opening doors below the engineer's window showing scale details underneath, operating turbo-intercooler fans, and smoke output synchronized to the diesel RPM of the Legacy RailSounds sound system. More than ever, you are in control of the realistic effects and operation of your locomotive. The VISION Line ES44AC HYBRID locomotive is ready for duty on your layout.

Unpacking Your VISION Line locomotive

ecause of all the fine details and special features on your VISION Line locomotive, we

thought it best to really pack it tight, even better than our normal sturdy packing. This VISION Line locomotive is the first ever packaged with ECO-friendly material including a baseplate used to secure the locomotive while in transit. Both the container and the baseplate are held together with velcro straps. Carefully remove the container and baseplate from the box, and set it on a flat surface. Remove the velcro straps and carefully remove the shell and wrapping. Look at the bottom of the baseplate to locate the screws that fasten the baseplate to the locomotive. With a Phillips screwdriver, remove the screws while keeping the locomotive level. CAUTION: The handrails of your locomotive are the antennas for the LEGACY system. The stanchions are plastic to insulate the handrails from the die-cast body. The stanchions are very fragile, so do not squeeze them or the handrails when unpacking the locomotive. Your VISION locomotive is now ready to place on the track. PLEASE see the smoke fluid section Fig. 8, page 35 before you run your locomotive.

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VISION Line™ features of this locomotive

Front of Locomotive

New Lighting Features

• Prototypical battery “charging lights” ash in motion along sides

• Rule 17 lighting for both headlight and rear light

• Enhanced realistic lighting in cab interior with illuminated panel details

Unparalleled Detailing

• Movable cab details

• Dual powered turbo-intercooler fans

• Opening doors on the engineer’s side of cab and the front door of cab reveal realistic

details

Opening side doors with interior detail

Opening front door with interior detail

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VISION Line™ features of this locomotive

New Prototypical Idle Mode Features

Prototypical to energy-saving procedures on the actual engine, your VISION Hybrid is equipped with

new Idle Mode features. When your engine is left idling for a period, it will automatically “step-down”

its operations and enter a realistic and prototypical sequence of idle modes

• If the locomotive rests at idle for 30 seconds, it will enter a step-down mode in which operation

on some of the diesel cylinders are shut down. You will hear this change through your RailSounds sound system. Lighting is not affected

• If the engine remains in idle another 30 seconds, the sounds of the diesel engine will shut off. Note you will continue to hear the occasional release of air from the cylinders, and every 15 seconds a

warning bell will sound off. Cab lights and the charging lights turn off, all other lights are unaffected

• At maximum energy saving mode, your Hybrid will randomly start up the diesel to charge the air tanks.

After the brief startup, locomotive cycles back through the steps above. Lights and sounds are reactivated

• If any command other than a speed-related command is entered, a long warning bell will sound

off, and the engine will proceed to full startup

Unparalleled Detailing

• Removable cab roof reveals the decorated cab interior

NOTE: Slide in tabs and place pipe in hole as you replace the roof on the locomotive

To remove roof, lift up front a little, then pull away

Illuminated cab interior with back-lit gauges

Front of Locomotive

Pipe

Hole

Tabs

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New Smoke Features

• TruRail Exhaust, a new cab-controlled, variable-intensity smoke effect

• Fan-driven smoke unit with adjustable smoke output delivers varying intensities of smoke

to exhaust stack

• All smoke effects are synchronized to the RailSounds sound system and are completely

user controllable Note: TruRail Exhaust models the prototypical behavior of GE's Evolution Hybrid locomotive. Like the actual Hybrid, this locomotive is capable of producing large volumes of smoke when it transitions through the 8 ascending RPM levels. Once a transition is made, the smoke level

tailors off to a continuous wisp. Slight adjustments in speed steps using the Velocity Throttle will

not produce a large volume of smoke unless an ascending transition in RPM level is detected. Descending levels of RPM levels will not produce large volumes of smoke.

Upgraded Sound Features

• The LEGACY RailSounds sound system synchronized realistic sounds to nearly all aspects

of locomotive operation

• The independently adjustable volume control allows you to use the Remote Controller to

lower the level of background effects (such as RPM levels) while keeping operator controlled effects (such as the horn) at full volume

• TruRail Dialog – Activate our upgraded dialog features which boast the most authentic railroad terminology possible. Also, dialog scenarios can change with engine operation and user control

• TruRail Signals – Activate the “quilling” horn and user-playable bell featuring

continuous or single strike sounds with variable intensity. There is a dedicated CAB-2 slide lever control for both horn and bell functions

Have fun experimenting with the prototypical behavior of GE's Evolution Hybrid locomotive.

Standard Features for this locomotive:

• LEGACY Control System – You can run the engine in LEGACY Control mode, in TrainMaster

Command Control mode, or in Conventional mode with a standard transformer

• Odyssey II Speed Control with ON/OFF switch

• Two high-torque motors with momentum ywheels

• Front and rear ElectroCouplers

• Die-cast metal locomotive body, frame, and trucksides

• Traction tires

• Accurate separately-applied builder’s plates

• Engineer and brakeman gures

• Opening roof on cab

• Sliding cab window glass

• Enhanced realistic lighting in cab interior with backlit gauges

• Directional lighting including operating headlight and back-up light

• Illuminated number boards

• Ground lights

• Oscillating ditch lights

• Fan-driven smoke unit with ON/OFF switch

• User-adjustable smoke output

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Table of contents

Quick Start

LEGACY Control operations 8 TrainMaster Command Control operations 8 Transformer operations 8

Locomotive switch function overview

Locomotive switch location 9-10

LEGACY RailSounds sound system operations

Installing the battery 11

LEGACY Control System operations

Get ready to run 12 Start ‘Er Up 12 The LEGACY CAB-2 Remote Controller 13 The Velocity Throttle 14 The Multi-Controller 14-15 The Train Brake Slider 15 The Warning Sound Controller 16 The Speed Bar 17 Ground Light Control 18 Rule 17 Lighting Control 18 LEGACY RailSounds 19 Activating the CrewTalk dialog and TowerCom announcements 20 Assigning your locomotive a new ID# 21 Reprogramming your locomotive to restore features 21

TrainMaster Command Control operations

Operating your locomotive in the Command Control environment 22

Using LEGACY RailSounds in the TMCC environment 23 CAB-1 Remote Controller commands 24 CAB-1 Remote Controller numeric keypad commands 25 Activating CrewTalk and TowerCom announcements 26 Assigning your locomotive a new ID# 27 Reprogramming your locomotive to restore features 27

Conventional transformer operations

Operating your locomotive in the conventional environment 28-29

Using the LEGACY Railsounds sound system in the conventional environment 30 Activating CrewTalk and TowerCom announcements 31 Locking your locomotive into a single direction 31 Uncoupling your locomotive in the conventional environment 32

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Contents of your locomotive box

1 Locomotive

1 Smoke fluid bottle

4 Replacement traction tires

1 Owner's manual

1 Engine memory module

1 VISION Line Locomotive Warranty Card

VISION Line Enhancements

VISION Line features will be described in each section where it is relevant to the operation of your locomotive and the system you use. Some LEGACY and VISION Line features may not be available in the conventional or TMCC environment.

Odyssey II Speed Control system operations

Odyssey II Speed Control system performance 33 Odyssey II Speed Control system LEGACY Control operation 33 Odyssey II Speed Control system TrainMaster Command Control operation 33 Odyssey II Speed Control system conventional transformer operation 33

Conventional RailSounds operations

Installing a Lionel Sound Activation Button for conventional operation 34

Maintaining and servicing your locomotive

Adding fluid to your locomotive’s smoke generator 35 Lubricating your locomotive 36 Maintaining your locomotive’s handrail antenna 37 Servicing your locomotive’s lamps 37

Tire-Traction 38 Notes 39

Lionel VISION Line Locomotive Warranty 40

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Quick Start

Power your locomotive with an alternating-current (50-60Hz 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

or the finest operating experience, your 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. Turn off track power and plug in the LEGACY Base.

2. Place your locomotive on Lionel or Lionel-compatible O-54 or larger track.

3. Increase track power voltage to full power (no more than 19 volts AC).

4. Press ENG and 1 to address your locomotive with your LEGACY CAB-2 Remote Controller.

5. Throttle up and move ‘em out.

TrainMaster Command Control operations

o 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. Turn off track power and plug in the Command Base.

2. Place your locomotive on Lionel or Lionel-compatible O-54 or larger track.

3. Increase track voltage to full power (no more than 19 volts AC).

4. Press ENG and 1 to address your locomotive with your CAB-1 Remote Controller.

5. Throttle up and move ‘em out.

Transformer operations

1. Turn off track power.

2. Place your locomotive on Lionel or Lionel-compatible O-54 or larger track.

3. Power your locomotive at 12-18 volts with your alternating current (AC)

transformer.

4. Wait three to eight seconds until the locomotive’s headlight illuminates and the

LEGACY RailSounds sound system starts up.

5. Move ‘em out! Press the DIRECTION button on your controller, then throttle up.

For conventional operation, there must not be a Command Base powered up anywhere in the area. The locomotive receives its signals through the airwaves. If a base is detected your locomotive will default to command mode.

Note!

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The switches that control the features and programing of your locomotive are located under the

radiator roof hatch on the top rear of the locomotive Figure 2, page 10. When you lift up the hatch these switches are visible with their icons. Icons on the left hand side show the ON or RUN positions.

Icons on the right hand side show the OFF or PROGRAM positions. On the inside of the lift off hatch, there is also a legend with words that help describe the function of each switch.

Looking down at the back of the locomotive with the front facing away from you the switches are as follows:

Smoke Unit Switch

Used to turn the main smoke stack unit function “ON” and “OFF”.

This switch is "read" by your engine at start-up. Switching it after start-up will

have no effect.

Odyssey II Speed Control System Switch

Used to turn the Odyssey II Speed Control System “ON” and “OFF”.

Battery charging chase lights

Used to turn the chase light effect “ON” and “OFF”. This switch is "read" by your

engine at start-up. Switching it after start-up will have no effect.

Program Run Switch

Used to assign an ID# and reprogram the locomotive in LEGACY and Command operation when the switch is in the “PROG” position. Also used to “lock” your

locomotive in a single direction, or neutral, in conventional operation when the

switch is placed in the “PROG” position. See pages 21, 27, and 31.

Figure 1. Locomotive switch functions

PROGRAM

RUN

SWITCH

OFF

Sound controls

Volume UP/DOWN Control

Used to turn the maximum volume up or down.

RailSounds ON/OFF Switch

Used to turn off all sounds except horn and bell. Switch is read when

the locomotive is powered up after it has been powered down for at

least 10 seconds.

Locomotive switch function overview

Locomotive switch location

SWITCH

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Insert tab into slot in body

Front of Locomotive

Slot

Lift hatch up, then pull back

Rear of Locomotive

Figure 2. Locomotive switch locations

Locomotive switch function overview

Locomotive switch location continued

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Figure 3. Installing the battery in the locomotive

LEGACY RailSounds sound system operations

Installing the battery

lthough the LEGACY RailSounds sound system is powered through the track, we

recommend that you install a nine-volt alkaline battery in the locomotive to prevent the sound system from shutting down during track power interruptions (for example, at a switch or a dirty section of track). Follow these steps and see below as you install the battery.

If the RailSounds sound system turns off during interruptions in track power, you may need to replace the battery.

1. Lift the radiator roof hatch off the rear of the locomotive body by lifting up at the rear

and pulling back. See Figure 2 page 10.

2. Remove the protective cover from the battery harness.

3. Snap the battery harness onto the nine-volt alkaline battery’s terminals.

4. Slide the battery into the battery holder.

5. Replace the radiator roof hatch on the body by inserting the tab at the front of the

radiator fan housing and placing the rear on the magnets. See Figure 2 page 10.

Note!

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et 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, Horn, Bell, Brake and Direction commands.

Power Up The Track

If using a PowerMaster, TPC or ZW, refer to the proper manual for the correct method

to power up. With your locomotive 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

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

See reference numbers 1, 2, and 3

Start 'Er Up

Now it is time to start up your engine's sound system.

3. Press Startup

Your engine sound system will start up and the Touch-screen Control Panel will appear. Startup dialog. Pressing and holding the startup key while the engine is off triggers a conversation between the dispatcher and locomotive crew, prior to the prime mover sounds coming on. Tapping the same button while the engine is shutdown starts the prime mover sounds without dialog.

Note!

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LEGACY Control System operations

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 affecting the engine or train.

Train Link Button

For future use.

AUX-2/Out Button

Controls switch direction.

Turns Headlight ON/OFF

Emergency Halt Button

Stops everything on layout; also stops recording playback.

Record Button

Used to record and play back

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

Press and hold to turn your remote on

and off. Tap this button to

enter the remote and base options. Tap

it again to return to the main screen.

Soft Keys

These keys directly correlate to the 5

selection boxes located at the bottom

of the main display. 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 selection.

Front & Rear Coupler Buttons

Fire couplers.

Low, Medium, High Momentum Buttons

Used to select the desired momentum of your

addressed engine/train/accessory.

AUX-1/Thru Button

Press to view the Control Panel while operating. Controls switch direction.

Feedback Button

Toggle ON/OFF the vibration feedback

feature in the CAB-2 Remote.

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LEGACY Control System operations

THE VELOCITY THROTTLE

he Velocity Throttle (that big red rotary knob on the bottom 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 clockwise and counter-clockwise.

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 will come to a stop and the 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 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. The brake command slows you down more quickly than the Velocity Throttle alone.

9. Experiment with Boost and Brake. Notice

how your engine responds to the Multi-

Controller.

See reference number 9

THE TRAIN BRAKE SLIDER

A 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 even more Train Brake and notice that the engine sounds like it is working harder and harder.

See reference number 10

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LEGACY Control System operations

THE WARNING SOUND CONTROLLER

Warning sounds are an important part of Lionel Railroading. Your Lionel Legacy Control System equipped engines have a real-time variable "quilling" Horn while Lionel TMCC engines do not have this feature.

11. Blow the Horn by pulling down on the Warning Sound Controller.

12. Try pulling down the Warning Sound Controller various amounts and listen. Notice

the difference in intensity of the Horn sound.

13. Push the Warning Sound Controller up once and quickly release. Notice that the

bell rings.

14. Push the Warning Sound Controller up and hold it for 1.5 seconds. Notice that the

bell is sounding continuously.

15. Push the warning sound controller up and hold for 1.5 seconds. Notice that the

continuous bell stops.

16. Experiment with ringing the bell in your own rhythm or continuously, depending on

how you push the Warning Sound Controller

See reference numbers 11, and 12 See reference numbers 13, 14, 15, and 16

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LEGACY Control System operations

THE SPEED BAR

Selection of Preset Speeds

he Speed Bar is used to select a new touch-screen Icon Control set. This set of touch-

screen keys is used to select preset speeds. Pressing AUX-1 returns you to the standard

control panel.

17. Press, hold and release the Preset Speed icons one by one. Experiment.

18. The speed of the engine

changes with each press and release of a different Preset Speed key.

19. You can also use the Velocity

Throttle and other action controls in this mode and continue to use Preset speeds at the same time.

20. Repeat step 17.

21. Press AUX-1 to leave the

Preset speed mode and return to the Standard Control Panel.

Note: Pressing and holding a preset speed button triggers corresponding dialog between the dispatcher and locomotive crew. Tapping a preset speed button changes the locomotive speed without dialog.

22. Press the speed bar to toggle between the Speed Control Panel and the Standard Control

Panel.

At this point you know the basics of how to operate your LEGACY Control system. 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, and 22

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Rule 17 lighting features – In Auto mode, when the locomotive stops the headlights dim.

Press Rule 17 OFF Button

Standard Lionel diesel behavior, headlamp at full intensity in motion and stop conditions.

TAP Rule 17 ON button:

Toggles headlamp between dim and full settings. Does not engage Rule 17 Auto mode.

PRESS and HOLD Rule 17 ON Button:

Engages Rule 17 Auto mode, which causes the headlights to dim when the locomotive stops.

hen operating the locomotive under low-light or dark conditions, Ground Lights provide the engineer and

brakeman with a visual reference to the ground and allow

them to more accurately judge the motion of the locomotive.

AUTO MODE is the default operation of the Ground Lights.

In AUTO MODE, the Ground Lights are ON when the locomotive

is stopped and they remain ON when the locomotive is in motion through speed step 24. At speed step 25 and above, the Ground Lights are OFF. When the locomotive slows to speed step 24, the Ground Lights will turn ON. In the Legacy environment, you may activate the Ground Lights when the locomotive is in motion at speed step 25 and above using the icon shown below to turn the Ground Lights ON. When the

locomotive comes to a stop by either throttling down or by pressing the DIRECTION button, the Ground

Lights will default to AUTO MODE. You may also set the Ground Lights so that they will remain OFF when

the locomotive is stopped or in motion by using the icon shown below to turn the Ground Lights OFF. When

the Ground lights are set to OFF, The AUTO MODE is de-activated.

For optimal effect of the functional Ground Lights, operate your locomotive in low light conditions.

LEGACY Control System operations

Rule 17 Lighting ON Rule 17 Lighting OF

Ground Light ON Ground Light OFF

Note!

Ground light

RULE 17 LIGHTING CONTROL

GROUND LIGHT CONTROL

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LEGACY Control System operations

LEGACY RailSounds

Figure 5. Legacy RailSounds and RESET icons

Engine RPM up

Increases RPM levels.

Engine RPM down

Decreases RPM levels.

Crew Talk

Engineer begins radio dialog and dispatcher replies.

Volume UP

Raises the volume of the LEGACY RailSounds sound system background sounds, such as diesel RPM and air release sounds. The horn, bell and dialog are unaffected. The default is full volume. The volume setting is retained when track power is turned off.

Volume DOWN

Lowers the volume of the LEGACY RailSounds sound system background sounds, such as diesel RPM and air release sounds. The horn, bell, and dialog are unaffected. The volume setting is retained when track power is turned off. Sound volume decreases.

RailSounds Shutdown

Activates the LEGACY RailSounds sound system shutdown sequence when stopped.

Shutdown sounds.

Emergency Key

Activates the emergency stop feature while in motion.

(Icon will change as the state of the locomotive changes).

Stops and resets the locomotive

Resets the locomotives direction to forward and restores standard lighting defaults.

Tower Com

Dispatcher begins radio dialog and engineer replies.

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Activating while the locomotive is in motion enables an arrival conversation

for 30 seconds. If the train stops within this time, pressing will play this special conversation.

(recently in motion)

Activating the CrewTalk dialog and TowerCom announcements

ith the LEGACY RailSounds sound system, CrewTalk dialog and TowerCom

announcements feature a variety of brief radio conversations between the engineer and the dispatcher. All dialog is intelligible, and each comment is followed by at least one automatic response. CrewTalk dialog is an engineer initiated radio conversation with the dispatcher. TowerCom announcements are a dispatcher initiated radio conversation with the engineer. Be sure to listen for the different combinations of words and phrases that comprise these exchanges. See below for the dialog commands. The dialog in the table provides examples of the conversations you can trigger. The actual phrasing will vary.

Locomotive Commands Example dialog

AUX1, Crew: Can we go?

Tower: No, please standby

AUX1, Tower: Stand by for clearance

Crew: Roger

Crew: Can we go?

Stopped Tower: Roger, you are clear

Tower: You are clear for departure

Crew: Roger, we are clear

Crew: Signing off!

Shutdown sequence

Crew: Train is moving

Tower: Roger

Crew: Are we clear ahead?

Tower: Roger, clear ahead

Moving Tower: You are clear inbound

Crew: Roger

Tower: Emergency stop!

Crew: Emergency stop, braking now

LEGACY Control System operations

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LEGACY Control System operations

Assigning your locomotive a new ID#

s your roster of 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.

1. Slide the program run switch on your locomotive to the PROG position. See Figure 2

on page 10.

2. Place the locomotive on the track.

3. Connect the LEGACY 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 road number.

7. Press SET. The locomotive’s horn will sound.

8. Slide the program run switch back to the RUN position.

The locomotive’s ID# has been set. Be sure to record the new ID# for your reference.

f your locomotive is unresponsive to your commands in the Command Control environment, we recommend that you follow this procedure to reset your locomotive. All factory default

settings will be restored when you reprogram the locomotive.

1. Slide the program run switch to the PROG position.

2. Plug in and connect your LEGACY Base.

3. Place your locomotive and tender on the track, then power up the track.

4. Press ENG and enter the locomotive’s ID#.

5. Press SET.

6. Press INFO.

7. Press AUX PROG.

8. Enter 2 for this particular locomotive.

9. Press CTC to exit programming mode.

10. Turn off track power and wait ten seconds.

11. Slide the program run 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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Caution!

TrainMaster Command Control operations

Operating your locomotive in the Command Control environment

n addition to your transformer, 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 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 Commandequipped 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 does not tell you where to go or how fast to get there.

1. Turn off track power and plug in the Command Base. 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. Place your locomotive on Lionel or Lionel compatible O-54 or larger track.

3. Increase track voltage to full power (no more than 19 volts AC). On

PowerMasters, slide the CMD/CONV switch to CMD. Program Track Power Controllers

to Command Control operation.

Power your locomotive with an alternating-current (50-60Hz 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. Press ENG and enter the ID# to address your locomotive with your CAB-1

Remote Controller. All Lionel locomotives come factory-programmed as ID# 1. To

change the ID#, see page 27.

5. Throttle up and move ‘em out! Your locomotive will respond to every command

from your CAB-1 Remote Controller.

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Because track power is off, a battery is required for this sequence to

function. See Figure 3 page 11 for battery installation.

Note!

TrainMaster Command Control operations

Using the LEGACY RailSounds sound system in the TrainMaster Command Control environment

o access the LEGACY RailSounds sound system features listed below, you must operate your locomotive in the TrainMaster Command Control environment. The

CAB-1 Remote Controller/Command Base is required to activate these features.

For proper operation of the LEGACY RailSounds sound system during track power interruptions and for the locomotive shutdown sequence, you must

install a nine-volt alkaline battery. Refer to Figure 3 on page 11.

In the TrainMaster Command Control environment, you will experience the features of

the LEGACY RailSounds sound system listed below.

• Eight levels of diesel motor RPM. Your CAB-1 Remote Controller throttle automatically determines the level of the diesel motor RPM. You may also set the

RPM sounds to a particular level manually, using your CAB-1 Remote Controller.

• MultiHorn. A different horn sound at different speeds—a LEGACY RailSounds

sound system exclusive.

• Mechanical bell. Press BELL on your CAB-1 Remote Controller to begin the effect, then press BELL a second time to discontinue the effect.

• Squealing brakes. Press the BRAKE button and listen for the squealing of the locomotive’s brakes as the locomotive slows down.

• Coupler release sounds. Use your CAB-1 Remote Controller to release an

ElectroCoupler, and you get the sounds of the coupler opening.

• CrewTalk dialog and TowerCom announcements. Use your CAB-1 Remote Controller to trigger conversations between the dispatcher and locomotive engineer. You’ll hear “hold for clearance,” “cleared for departure,” and many other exchanges. See page 26.

• Shutdown sequence. When you turn off track power, you have two seconds to power

up again after you hear the reverse unit reset sound. If you do not restore power, you will hear the realistic diesel shutdown sequence. Because track power is off, a nine-volt alkaline battery is required for this sequence to function. Refer to Figure

3 on page 11. You may also trigger the shutdown sequence without powering down the track using the AUX1, 5 command when the locomotive is stopped and the

diesel RPM sounds are at their lowest level.

Note!

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TrainMaster Command Control operations

CAB-1 Remote Controller commands

he CAB-1 Remote Controller commands are detailed below. The corresponding RailSounds sound system effects are in bold italic type.

Releases the ElectroCoupler on the front of the locomotive. Coupler release sound.

Releases the ElectroCoupler on the rear of the tender. Coupler release sound.

Activates the numeric keypad.

Short air release sound.

Toggles the headlight and rear light on and off.

Electric circuit breaker snap.

Accelerates the locomotive with a clockwise rotation. Decelerates the locomotive with a counter-clockwise rotation.

Speed-dependent RPM sounds.

Activates the locomotive’s horn. Release the button to discontinue the sound.

Horn sound.

Toggles the bell sound on and off.

Mechanical bell sound.

Changes the locomotive’s direction. The locomotive decelerates to a stop and continues in the opposite direction when you increase the throttle.

Air release sound.

Increases the locomotive’s speed while the button

is pressed. Release the button to return to the initial speed. RPM increase.

Decreases the locomotive’s speed while the button

is pressed. Squealing brake sounds.

Shuts down all PowerMasters on your railroad. Stops all TrainMaster Command Control-equipped locomotives in operation. Use HALT only in emergency situations.

SET L M H

L = 32 speed steps

M = 100 speed steps H = 100 speed steps

with momentum.

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CAB-1 Remote Controller numeric keypad commands

hen you press the AUX1 button on your CAB-1 Remote Controller, you turn the numeric

keypad into ten command buttons. These commands are specific to your locomotive. After you press the AUX1 button, you will be able to press any numbered button until you address a different Command Control equipped product. The corresponding LEGACY RailSounds sound system effects are in bold italic type.

Stops and resets the locomotive. Resets the locomotive’s direction to forward. Horn blows. RPM sounds return to automatic.

Raises the volume of the LEGACY RailSounds sound system background sounds, such as RPM sounds and let-off sounds. The horn, bell and dialog are unaffected. The default is full volume. The volume setting is retained when track power is turned off.

Sound volume increases.

Engineer begins radio dialog, dispatcher replies (see page 26).

CrewTalk communication.

Enters manual RPM mode and increases the RailSounds sound system RPM level (see

page 18). If the LEGACY RailSounds sound system is shut down (see 5 key below), AUX1, 3 activates a full LEGACY RailSounds sound system start-up while the locomotive is stopped after pressing AUX1, 5 with track power on.

Lowers the volume of the LEGACY RailSounds sound system background sounds, such as RPM sounds and let-off sounds. The horn, bell, and dialog are unaffected. The volume setting is retained when track power is turned off. Sound volume decreases.

Activates the LEGACY RailSounds sound system shutdown sequence when stopped. Activates the emergency stop feature while in motion. Note that in the shutdown sequence, the smoke unit does not turn off if it was already on. To turn off the smoke

unit, press AUX1, 8 or use the smoke unit SMK/NO SMK switch.

Enters manual RPM mode and lowers the LEGACY RailSounds diesel motor RPM level

(see page 18).

Dispatcher begins radio dialog and engineer replies (see page 19).

TowerCom announcement.

Turns off the smoke unit.

Air release sound.

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.

Diesel generator blow-off sound.

AUX1, 8 and 9 function only if the locomotive’s smoke unit switch is in the SMK position. Sounds will be active in both switch positions.

Note!

TrainMaster Command Control operations

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Activating while the locomotive is in motion enables an arrival conversation for 30 seconds.

If the train stops within this time, pressing 2 or 7 will play this special conversation.

ith the LEGACY RailSounds sound system, CrewTalk dialog and TowerCom

Locomotive Commands Example dialog

AUX1,2 Crew: Can we go?

Tower: No, please standby

AUX1,7 Tower: Stand by for clearance

Crew: Roger

Stopped 2 Crew: Can we go?

Tower: Roger, you are clear

7 Tower: You are clear for departure

Crew: Roger, we are clear

AUX1, 5 Crew: Signing off!

Shutdown sequence

AUX1, 2 Crew: Train is arriving

Tower: Roger, you are clear inbound

AUX1, 7 Tower: You are clear for arrival

Crew: Roger

2 Crew: Are we clear ahead?

Moving Tower: You are all clear

7 Tower: You are all clear

Crew: Roger

AUX1, 5 Crew: Train is moving

Tower: Roger

AUX1, 5 Tower: Come to an immediate stop

Crew: We are stopping now

5 Tower: Slow to caution speed

Crew: Roger, slowing now

TrainMaster Command Control operations

Activating CrewTalk and TowerCom announcements

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TrainMaster Command Control operations

Assigning your locomotive a new ID#

s 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.

1. Slide the program run switch on your locomotive to the PROG position. See Figure 2

on page 10.

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. The locomotive’s horn will sound.

8. Slide the program run switch back to the RUN position.

The locomotive’s ID# has been set. Be sure to record the new ID# for your reference.

Reprogramming your locomotive to restore features

f your locomotive is unresponsive to your commands in the TrainMaster Command Control environment, we recommend that you follow this procedure to reset your locomotive. All

factory default settings will be restored when you reprogram the locomotive.

1. Slide the program run switch to the PROG 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 2 for this particular locomotive.

9. Turn off track power and wait ten seconds.

10. Slide the program run 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

Operating your locomotive in the conventional environment

our 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,

increase track voltage. To decrease the speed, decrease track voltage. To stop the locomotive and to change directions (or to enter neutral), track voltage is turned off or interrupted.

Use the HORN and BELL buttons on your transformer to activate these features. If your transformer is not equipped with these controls, separate buttons are available (610-5906-001).

Please refer to page 34 of this manual.

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 9-21 to see how to

operate your locomotive in the LEGACY Command Control environment.

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Conventional transformer operations

Operating your locomotive in the conventional environment (continued)

1. Place your locomotive on Lionel or Lionel-compatible O-54 or larger track.

2. Power your locomotive at 12-18 volts with your alternating current (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. 50-60 HZ AC is required.

3. Wait three to eight seconds as your locomotive determines whether it is in a

conventional environment or a TrainMaster Command Control environment.

When the locomotive has determined that a TrainMaster Command Base is not

connected to the track, the locomotive’s headlight will illuminate and the LEGACY

RailSounds sound system will start. You are ready for operation in the conventional

environment.

4. Move‘em out!

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.

We recommend that you operate your LEGACY locomotive with The Odyssey II Speed Control System turned on. You may choose to operate your locomotive without speed

control by placing the Odyssey II Speed Control System switch to the OFF position. See

Figure 1 on page 9.

Use the HORN and BELL buttons on your transformer to activate those features. Refer to page 34 if your transformer is not equipped with those buttons. Adjust the

volume using the volume control knob located under the radiator hatch. Refer to

Figure 2 on page 10.

Note!

Caution!

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Conventional transformer operations

Using the LEGACY RailSounds sound system in the conventional environment

hen you first power up your locomotive, you will hear the sounds of the locomotive at rest. As the locomotive set moves, the RPM sounds automatically increase with

the locomotive’s speed. In the conventional environment, the horn and bell sounds are

activated by your transformer controls.

To silence the motor sounds, slide the LEGACY RailSounds sound system switch located

under the rear radiator vent to the BELL HORN position (see Figure 2 on page 10 for the

location of this switch) before you power up the locomotive or after the locomotive has been powered down for a minimum of ten seconds. The horn and bell sounds will still be active. To

adjust the volume, use the volume control knob located under the rear radiator hatch. Refer to Figure 2 on page 10.

When the LEGACY RailSounds sounds system switch is in the “BELL HORN”

position, the CrewTalk dialog and TowerCom announcements are inactive.

For proper operation of the LEGACY RailSounds sound system during track power interruptions and for the locomotive shutdown sequence, you must

install a nine-volt alkaline battery. Refer to Figure 3 on page 11.

In the conventional environment, you will experience several features of the LEGACY

RailSounds sound system.

• Eight levels of diesel motor RPM. The level of diesel motor RPM automatically

varies with your throttle adjustments.

• MultiHorn. A different horn sound at different speeds—a LEGACY RailSounds

sound system exclusive.

• Mechanical bell. Press BELL on your transformer to begin the effect, then press

BELL a second time to discontinue the effect.

• CrewTalk dialog and TowerCom announcements. CrewTalk dialog is triggered by

your transformer’s HORN button. See page 31.

• Reverse unit reset sound. Power down your track, wait three seconds, and

listen for the air-release sound—that’s the locomotive telling you that its Lionel

Command reverse unit has reset to forward. Because the track is powered down, a

nine-volt alkaline battery is required for this feature. Refer to Figure 3 on page 11.

• Shutdown sequence. When you turn off track power, you have two seconds to power

up again after you hear the reverse unit reset sound. If you do not restore power, you will hear the realistic diesel shutdown sequence. Because track power is off, a nine-volt battery is required for this sequence to function. Refer to Figure 3 on

page 11.

Note!

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Conventional transformer operations

Locking your locomotive into a single direction

hen the PROG/RUN 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.

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 PROG/RUN switch to the PROG position. At this point, the locomotive is

“locked” into your chosen direction. See Figure 2 on page 10 for the location of this

switch.

To restore the forward-neutral-reverse sequence, just slide the PROG/RUN switch

back to the RUN position.

Conventional transformer operations

Activating the CrewTalk dialog and TowerCom announcements

n the conventional environment, CrewTalk dialog and TowerCom announcements are triggered by short horn blasts and vary with the state of the locomotive.

• If the locomotive has been stopped for less than 15 seconds, a short horn blast triggers a “please standby” dialog (a 9V battery is required for this sequence).

• If the locomotive has been stopped for longer than 15 seconds, a short horn blast triggers a “cleared outbound” dialog.

• If the locomotive is moving, a short horn blast triggers an “all clear ahead” dialog.

• If the locomotive is moving, turning on the bell and a short horn blast triggers a “slow to caution speed” dialog.

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Figure 6. Magnetic coupler operation

Remote-Control Track Section

Conventional transformer operations

Uncoupling your locomotive in the conventional environment

our 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 ElectroCoupler 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 6, the magnetic

field pulls the disc downward, releasing the coupler.

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Odyssey II Speed Control system TrainMaster Command Control operation

hen the 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.

Odyssey II Speed Control system operations

Odyssey II Speed Control system performance

he 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.

he 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 ON position (see Figure 2 on page 10). 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.

Because of the way the 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 II Speed Control

switch (see Figure 2 on page 10).

Odyssey II Speed Control system conventional transformer operation

Note!

Odyssey II Speed Control system LEGACY Control operation

n LEGACY Control System CAB-2 mode, Odyssey II Speed Control system provides

0-199 speed steps. For a more indepth explanation of the LEGACY Control System

features, please see your LEGACY Control System operations manual.

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Conventional RailSounds operations

Installing a Lionel Sound Activation Button for conventional operation

f your transformer lacks HORN and BELL buttons, you will need to install Lionel

no. 610-5906-001 Sound Activation Buttons (available separately) to activate the

locomotive’s horn and bell sounds.

Connect the buttons as shown below. Be sure that all track power passes through

the Sound Activation Button(s). Do not bypass the buttons.

POWER

SUPPLY

For AC transformers lacking BELL and HORN buttons

Lionel no. 610-5906-001

Sound Activation Button for activating the horn

Lionel no. 610-5906-001

Sound Activation Button for activating the bell

Black wire

Wire nut

Red wire

Existing wire

Common/Ground/U

Power/A

1 2

POWER

SUPPLY

For AC transformers lacking a BELL button

Existing wire

Black wire

Red wire

Lionel no. 610-5906-001

Sound Activation Button for activating the bell

Common/Ground/U

Power/A

Figure 7. Sound activation button

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Maintaining and servicing your locomotive

our locomotive is equipped with a smoke generator that produces a safe, clean, white smoke during operation. Your VISION Line ES44AC HYBRID's smoke generator is

located under the exhaust stack in the middle of the engine roof. Place 20 drops of smoke fluid in the stack for the first time, and 10 to 20 thereafter. See Figure 8 below. DO NOT

EXCEED 20 DROPS as this can cause your smoke unit to become oversaturated, allowing leakage onto the electronics. Note that operating your locomotive’s smoke unit without

smoke fluid will cause damage to the heating element.

If you prefer to operate your locomotive without smoke, locate the smoke unit switch

under the rear radiator hatch and slide it to the OFF position. Refer to Figure 2 on page 10

for the location of this switch.

Adding fluid to your locomotive’s smoke generator

Figure 8. Smoke fluid fill location

Rear of locomotive

Front of locomotive

Exhaust stack

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elp 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 9 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.

Maintaining and servicing your locomotive

Lubricating your locomotive

Figure 9. Lubrication points

Lubricate the gears with Lionel

grease sparingly

Lubricate the

gears with Lionel

grease sparingly

Lubricate the axles

with Lionel oil

sparingly

Lubricate the axles with Lionel oil sparingly

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our locomotive is illuminated by several LEDs (light emitting diodes) and are not user-serviceable. They can be replaced by your authorized Lionel Service Center, if

it is ever required. You should never attempt this yourself due to the complexity of

this VISION Line locomotive.

Maintaining and servicing your locomotive

Maintaining your locomotive’s handrail antenna

he handrails on your locomotive are the antennas that receive the digital

communication from the Command Base. For optimum reception, the handrails

have been insulated from the die-cast body. Please handle the locomotive carefully

to avoid handrail damage. The handrails should not touch the locomotive’s body.

If your locomotive appears to have problems receiving communications from the Command Base, be sure that the ends of the handrails are insulated from the body with either an insulating washer or handrail stanchion.

Servicing your locomotive’s lamps

Before having the headlamp in your locomotive changed, be sure to check that the AUX2 command was not used to turn the headlamp off.

Note!

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Maintaining and servicing your locomotive

our locomotive is equipped with traction tires. This means that four of the drive wheels are fitted with rubber traction tires to enhance tractive effort so your locomotive can pull

many cars at once.

Lionel has provided four extra traction tires to replace the installed traction tires if

they ever wear out. The traction tires are replaced by slipping off the old traction tire and

replacing it with a new traction tire (Lionel part # 620-8815-206) on the wheel.

Tire-Traction

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NOTES

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Lionel VISION Line™ Locomotive Warranty

This Lionel VISION Line locomotive, 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 two years from the original date of purchase against original defects in materials or workmanship when purchased through an Authorized Lionel Value Added Dealer*. 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

The original owner-purchaser MUST register this product following the instructions on the enclosed Warranty Registration Card to activate the 2-year warranty, which is effective from the original date of purchase. 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. In the event service is required to this Vision Line locomotive, Lionel will, upon request of the original ownerpurchaser, provide a prepaid UPS shipping label for the return of this product to the Lionel Service Department. Under no circumstances will shipping be reimbursed if a method other than a prepaid shipping label from Lionel is used. In the event the defective product cannot be repaired and a suitable replacement is not available, Lionel will, at its discretion, refund the original purchase price of the locomotive. This warranty will expire if the product is not registered within 3 years from the date of manufacture. An extended warranty may be available for purchase. Please contact Lionel Customer Service for more information regarding extended warranties. 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 VISION Line locomotive is required please call Lionel Customer Service FIRST at 586-9494100 and follow the prompts to reach a Customer Service Representative. You must register your Vision Line locomotive following the instructions on the Warranty Registration card enclosed in this box. You can also write Lionel at 26750 Twenty Three Mile Road, Chesterfield, MI 48051 to request a return authorization number and prepaid shipping label. You MUST have a return authorization (RA) number to ensure your locomotive can be properly tracked 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). Please make sure you have followed all of the above instructions carefully before returning any item for service. You may choose to have your product repaired by one of Lionel’s Factory Trained Authorized Service Stations after the warranty has expired. A reasonable service fee should be expected once the product warranty has expired. Warranty Information Please follow the instructions on the Warranty Registration Card included in this box to activate your 2-year warranty. Please keep a copy of your original receipt along with the form below and your Vision Line locomotive ID number as a reference, should warranty service be required in the future. *A complete listing of Lionel Authorized Value Added Dealers 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, however an extended warranty may be available for purchase, please contact Lionel Customer Service for details.

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