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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 dirt
and garden debris. The valve gear, axles and crank pins should be
oiled sparingly with light oil, e.g. "3-in -1 Oil". Over-oiling attracts
dirt and grit, which will increase wear.
Regularly check that all screws and motion bolts are firm. Do not
over-tighten, as this strips threads and shears bolts. When filling the
lubricator, always use a high temperature steam oil; this is
available from other retailers. FAILURE TO USE THE
CORRECT GRADE OF OIL CAN LEAD TO BLOCKED
STEAM PIPES, AND WILL INVALIDATE THE GUARANTEE.
When running your engine avoid excessive speed and acceleration,
both will cause premature wear in the valve gear.
Positions of Fillers, Controls, and Drains etc.
The gas inlet valve is in the small turret situated on the top of the gas
tank which is in the tender. To access it lift out the coal load, this can
be a little tricky but can be achieved by lifting out on a slight angle.
The gas control valve is on the front footplate of the tender.
The lubricator is in the front footplate just in front of the smoke box.
To drain out the condensed water from the previous run use the small
syringe provided, with the short length of tube supplied, attached.
The boiler water is contained in the tender in the tank that surrounds
the gas tank. On the first fill use 'hand hot water' only. This is to
keep the gas tank warm so the gas will vaporise freely. DO NOT USE
BOILING WATER. This could over stress the gas tank and will
invalidate the warranty.
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