Accucraft “W&L Hunslet No. 14” MANUAL CONTROL Operating Instructions Manual - Continuous Running
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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. Then run for about 10
minutes, now have a look at the water level. You will probably need to
pump some water into the boiler. Lift up and tilt over the cab roof to
uncover the filler cap, place the tube in the hole and holding it in firmly,
pump water into the boiler until the gauge glass is showing about ¾ full.
Keep an eye on the water gauge and try to run between ⅓ and ¾ of a glass.
After another 10 minutes running you will need to refill the lubricator and
top up the gas tank. Also check the water level and top up if necessary.
Stop the loco in a convenient location, away from other locomotives and
turn off the gas. Ensure the fire is completely out and then top up the gas
tank. Blow around the engine so there is no residual gas about, then re-light
the fire. To refill the lubricator first put the loco in neutral (mid gear). Open
the under floor drain valve then gently open the steam regulator. When the
lubricator has been blown clean, close the regulator and remove the
lubricator cap. Now close the drain valve and refill with superheat steam oil
to the correct level. Re-fit the lubricator cap. Keep an eye on the water level
at all times and try to refill the gas tank and lubricator every 20 minutes to
half an hour.
Gauge Changing
All W&L Hunslet locomotives are supplied set to 45mm gauge, but a
“gauge change” kit is supplied with each engine. This will allow you to run
on either 32mm or 45mm gauge track. To change the gauge, lay the engine
gently on its side, on a thick cloth, loosen all the grub screws in the boss on
the back of the wheels using the Allen key provided. The axles are dimpled
for each gauge, so you do not have to measure for the right gauge. Slide the
wheels to the gauge required and tighten up the grub screws.
These should
be checked as a routine at the start of each running session.