Lionel GP-38 diesel locomotive Owner's Manual

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Lionel GP-38

diesel locomotive

Owner’s Manual

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Congratulations! Engine operations

C

ongratulations on your purchase of

the Lionel GP-38 diesel locomotive!
Lionel is proud to reintroduce the latest
version of this popular diesel.

Read this instruction manual com-

pletely for important tips on operating

and maintaining your GP-38 diesel. When
properly cared for, your GP-38 will last a
lifetime.

Experience the superiority of today’s

Lionel. Have fun!

• Dual DC motors

• Brilliant headlight

• Illuminated cab

• Liontech reverse unit

• Four-wheel trucks

• Diesel horn sound

Table of contents

Engine operation

Reverse unit procedure 3
Using your GP-38’s magnetic couplers 4
Horn operation 4

Maintaining and servicing your GP-38

Lubricating your GP-38 diesel locomotive 5

Replacing your GP-38’s headlamp 5
Tire-Traction™ 6
Lionel Service 6