Rail King 2-8-0 Steam Freight/ Passenger Set Operation Manual - Maintenance
Maintenance
Lubrication Instructions
The engine should be oiled and greased in order to run properly.
Regularly lubricate all side rods and linkage components and pickup rollers to prevent
squeaking. Use light household oil, such as that found in M.T.H.'s maintenance kit. Do
not over oil. Use only a drop or two on each pivot point.
Greasing Instructions
The locomotive's internal gearing was greased at the factory. Grease engine every 50
hours of use or one year. Use a lithium based grease and follow the greasing instructions.
Cleaning the Wheels, Tires and Track
Periodically check the locomotive wheels and pickups for dirt
and buildup, which can cause poor electrical contact and
traction and prematurely wear out the neoprene traction tires.
Wheels and tires can be cleaned using denatured (not rubbing)
alcohol applied with a cotton swab.
To clean the track, use RailKing Track Cleaning Fluid or
denatured (not rubbing) alcohol and a clean rag. Unplug the
transformer and wipe the rails of the track, turning the rag frequently to ensure that you
are using clean cloth on the rails. Because the manufacturing process leaves a coating on
RealTrax center rail, you should clean the rails after the first 30 minutes of use (you may
notice an electrical smell during initial use as the coating wears off; this is normal).
Thereafter, keep an eye on the track and clean it when it gets dirty to ensure good
electrical contact and to lengthen the life of the tires.
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RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Freight Set with Loco-Sound™
DO NOT
OVER OIL
DO NOT
OVER OIL
DO NOT
OVER OIL
Lubricate Valve Gear
Lubricate Pick-Up Rollers
(Do Not Oil the Flat Part of
Pick-Up Rollers)
Lubricate Side Rods
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Remove the screw from the chassis to open
the grease port.
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Insert the grease tube tip into the port and
squeeze the tube once or twice to add grease
to the gearbox.
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Wipe off any excess grease and replace the
phillips screw securely.
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