Accucraft “W&L Hunslet No. 14” MANUAL CONTROL Operating Instructions Manual

Summary of “W&L Hunslet No. 14” MANUAL CONTROL

  • Page 1

    1 accucraft uk ltd unit 4, long meadow industrial estate pontrilas, herefordshire tel: 01981 241380 www.Accucraft.Uk.Com operating instructions and owner log book “w&l hunslet no. 14” manual control safety first all our locomotives are safe to run, and will give many hours of pleasure, providing the...

  • Page 2: General Hints

    2 general hints as with all operating machinery, whether model or full size, wear will occur. In the model steam locomotive much can be done to help prolong its life and decrease the amount of time required in the workshop for servicing. Keep the engine as clean as possible, and the motion free from...

  • Page 3: The  Direction  Control

    3 the boiler water filler is on top of the steam turret on the boiler in the middle of the cab. Undo the knurled cap to fill with water. As the loco is supplied with a boiler filler cap, change the original plastic topped cap with the one supplied loose with the loco. This one has a non return valve...

  • Page 4: To Fill The Boiler

    4 filler cap. We have supplied a long tool with a ‘t’ bar handle to aid in the removal of the lubricator cap; it has a cut out shape in the bottom end which fits over the ‘t’ bar on the lubricator cap. Fill up the lubricator with steam oil to about ¼ of an inch below the top. Leave the filler cap of...

  • Page 5: Running

    5 running when the engine has raised about 50 psi you are ready to start running. It is advisable to run the engine in reverse first; it clears the condensed water from the cylinders best this way. Before commencing your first run of the day, it is advisable to put a cloth loosely over the chimney f...

  • Page 6: Continuous Running

    6 continuous running running for longer periods of time than the normal, requires the use of the boiler filling system. This consists of a pump bottle with tube attached and a replacement boiler filler cap, which has a non-return valve on its underside. For the first fill service in the normal way. ...

  • Page 7: End Of Run

    7 end of run as previously mentioned, the locomotive will slow (due to pressure dropping) when the fire has gone out, stop at a convenient place and open the lubricator drain valve. Blow out all condensed water and the remaining oil. Leave the drain valve open and allow all the remaining steam to bl...

  • Page 8: A Bit Of History

    8 a bit of history built in 1954, no. 85 was the last of 32 built for the sierra leone government railways to a standard design by hunslet. Completed as works number 3815, no. 85 was delivered to the sierra leone port and capital of freetown with sister engine no. 84, the pair costing £21,273. They ...

  • Page 9

    9 hints on gas firing control controlling the gas firing of your loco mut be done with care and attention. Turning the fire up too much can cause great damage to your model such as burning off the paint, melting the insulation off the wheels, and carbonizing the steam oil in the superheater which bl...

  • Page 10: Guarantee

    10 guarantee accucraft uk ltd will remedy any defect or malfunction occurring with this product during a two year guarantee period from date of purchase. This guarantee does not extend to malfunctions or defects caused by damage or unreasonable use, including the failure to provide the correct types...

  • Page 11: Cab Operational Controls:

    11 cab operational controls: a: water filler. B: steam regulator. C: lubricator, drain under footplate. D: gas filler valve. E: gas control valve. F: water gauge. G: reverse lever. H: burner jet. I: pressure gauge..

  • Page 12: Accessories Illustrated.

    12 accessories illustrated. A. Protective gloves b. Boiler filling syringe c. Drain valve key d. Special tool for the lubricator cap removal e. Hex nut spinners for 2mm and 3mm hex bolts f. Allen keys and spare nuts and bolts g. Replacement water top up valve.