Model train sets today arrive at you door ready to run. In no way does this imply completely dismissing pre operations testing.
Removing your model trains chassis is done with ease. Simply spread casting lugs by gripping chassis and spreading gently until casting is released.
Once casting is lifted and electronics are exposed, place locomotive on track and trouble shoot for such poor operations as stuttering, binding gears, slow starts and odd noises. Make absolutely sure your trains trucks are resting comfortably. If you notice your train resting uncomfortably it may be necessary to adjust screws or reset truck.
An almost instinctive first plan of attack is cleaning wheels. By purging your wheels of imminent dust clusters, you limit dust entering your motor and bogging down performance. To clean wheels attach test leads to motor, ignite engine, flip locomotive upside down and with your free hand apply abrasive block on wheels until they shine like new!
Following Cleaning of Wheels Your Mechanical Inspection Begins
After your locomotives wheels are clean take apart their gearbox and inspect for plastic shavings and also take this opportunity to clean the inside of your gearbox. Once clean and dry, apply lubricant as needed. Be carefully not to apply access amounts as this can lead to the very problems you where attempting to avoid.
While you have your truck assembly detached it's a grand time to clean electrical surfaces within the truck. These surfaces guide currents and their information directly to your decoder.
Lastly, Once you are comfortable with your inspection, you should fire up your engine and test her power on your open layout.
That's it... fellow train, enthusiast. After you've completed test run you're ready to shift into high gear and roll out your layout. Now with clean wheels and adjusted trucks you can feel comfortable knowing your commands are reaching your decoders and belting out chores in true engineer fashion. Just in case you are interested, we have a heads up regarding track cleaning. You may actually purchase automated track cleaners that ride the rails along side your engines to make for smooth rides and positive connections.
Removing your model trains chassis is done with ease. Simply spread casting lugs by gripping chassis and spreading gently until casting is released.
Once casting is lifted and electronics are exposed, place locomotive on track and trouble shoot for such poor operations as stuttering, binding gears, slow starts and odd noises. Make absolutely sure your trains trucks are resting comfortably. If you notice your train resting uncomfortably it may be necessary to adjust screws or reset truck.
An almost instinctive first plan of attack is cleaning wheels. By purging your wheels of imminent dust clusters, you limit dust entering your motor and bogging down performance. To clean wheels attach test leads to motor, ignite engine, flip locomotive upside down and with your free hand apply abrasive block on wheels until they shine like new!
Following Cleaning of Wheels Your Mechanical Inspection Begins
After your locomotives wheels are clean take apart their gearbox and inspect for plastic shavings and also take this opportunity to clean the inside of your gearbox. Once clean and dry, apply lubricant as needed. Be carefully not to apply access amounts as this can lead to the very problems you where attempting to avoid.
While you have your truck assembly detached it's a grand time to clean electrical surfaces within the truck. These surfaces guide currents and their information directly to your decoder.
Lastly, Once you are comfortable with your inspection, you should fire up your engine and test her power on your open layout.
That's it... fellow train, enthusiast. After you've completed test run you're ready to shift into high gear and roll out your layout. Now with clean wheels and adjusted trucks you can feel comfortable knowing your commands are reaching your decoders and belting out chores in true engineer fashion. Just in case you are interested, we have a heads up regarding track cleaning. You may actually purchase automated track cleaners that ride the rails along side your engines to make for smooth rides and positive connections.
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