BOM #: 05-MAN-9400-11-L-17 Size: 8.5” x 5.
Congratulations! C ongratulations on 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, a tender and locomotive. Read this instruction manual thoroughly for important tips on operating and maintaining your Ready-to-Play train set.
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.
Table of contents Track assembly and layout Joining the track sections Layouts 5 6 Battery installation and options Installing 'AAA' batteries into the wireless controller Installing 'C' batteries into the locomotive Operating your train Connecting the locomotive and tender The wireless controller Power activation button on the locomotive 7 8-9 10 11-13 13 Maintenance and operations Battery warning Cleaning the track Troubleshooting Limited Warranty/Lionel Service 14 14 15 16 The following Lionel mark
Track assembly and layout Joining the track sections J oin 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.
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 section in between 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.
Battery installation and options Installing AAA batteries into the Remote Control U sing a Phillips Head screwdriver, have an adult loosen the screw on the battery compartment cover. Once the battery tray 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.
Battery installation and options Installing ‘C’ batteries into the Berkshire Locomotive U sing 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).
Battery installation and options Installing ‘C’ batteries into the General Locomotive Loosen screw Remove the cover from the cab FRONT Slide the battery tray out of the cab to add the 'C' batteries REAR General Locomotive Figure 5b. Installing ‘C’ batteries in the General Locomotive Important! 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.
Operating your train Connecting the locomotive and coal tender P lace the locomotive on the track first. Be sure that all the wheels are within the track rails. Note! 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 on the track behind the locomotive and connect the couplers. Be sure that all the tender’s wheels are on the track rails. See Figure 6.
Operating your train The wireless controller T urn 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 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 7. Note! Leaving the wireless controller power ON when not in use will drain the controller’s battery.
Operating your train Operating your wireless controller urn your wireless controller to the ON position by sliding the button on the right side of the T controller up. An LED on top of the dial will light to indicate the power is on (See Figure 7 on page 11). See Figure 8 on page 13 for button operations. Forward Turn the throttle dial to the right towards GREEN. There are three speeds in the forward position and the more you turn the dial along the green arrow, the faster the train will run.
Operating your train Operating your wireless controller continued STOP REVERSE R VE FO R TL E E TL IS IS W H TL E H LL LL IS BE BE LL H E D D D BE W RS AR AR AR RE FO E W RS RE R VE FO RE E W RS W VE FORWARD W BELL WHISTLE ANNOUNCEMENT 3 BUTTON WIRELESS CONTROLLER Figure 8. Operating your 3 Button Wireless Controller Power activation button on the locomotive S lide the locomotive power switch to the ON position.
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 (nickel-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.
Maintenance and operations Troubleshooting The train will not run and the locomotive light is not on. The locomotive cab light 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 page 8 and 9). After replacing the batteries, slide the switch to the ON position.
QUESTIONS? Consumer Assistance: 586-949-4100 option 2 This product is covered by a ONE year limited warranty effective from the date of purchase against defects in materials and workmanship. ©2016 LIONEL L.L.C.
