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BerkshireFlyerChief™
Ready-to-Run Set Owner’s Manual
BerkshireFlyerChief™
Ready-to-Run Set Owner’s Manual
CAUTION—ELECTRIC TOYNOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER FOURTEEN YEARS OF AGE. AS WITH ALL ELECTRIC PRODUCTS, PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE OBSERVED DURING HANDLING AND USE TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. TRANSFORMER RATINGS—INPUT: 120 VAC; 60 Hz ONLY. AC OUTPUT: 6-18 V; 30 VA
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LionChief® Bluetooth®
Incorporating Bluetooth technology into Lionel model trains opens a new world, integrat-ing the tradition of model railroading with the latest smart-device technology. With Lionel’s new LionChief app, you can control full operation and sounds directly from your Bluetooth-enabled smart phone or tablet and operate multiple locomotives from the same device. LionChief is available to smartphone users and is compatible with all new 2017 LionChief, LionChief Plus, S-Gauge, and HO Trains.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Lionel is under license. Other trademarks and
trade names are those of their respective owners.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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FCC ID: 2AH7AKW2541A
IC: 21416-KW2541A
FCC Statement
FlyerChief™ Remote ControlThe FlyerChief™ engines offer enhanced sound, long-distance control, AC/DC compatibility, and allow you to run multiple engines at one time.
With the flip of a switch you can dictate whether the engine is controlled via transformer control or remote. Easy to use, with many features including chuff sounds that are in sync with your engine, and a three-buttoned remote to activate user-controlled announcements and engine sounds.
Welcome to the world of Lionel trains! You’re off to a great start with this ready-to-run FlyerChief train set. This set features everything you need to get started—a wall-pack power supply, a
huge, easy-to-assemble FasTrack oval, a string of detailed cars, and a powerful locomotive that is equipped with RailSounds RC sound system.
Have fun growing with this complete train set! Start with the set components, then follow your imagination into your own miniature world. Expand your railroad empire with additional FasTrack track sections, enhance your layout with accessories, lengthen your consist with extra cars, or operate a new locomotive at the head end of your train!
Use this Owner’s Manual to learn how to set up, operate, and maintain your train set for years of reliable operation.
The transformer included with this set should be periodically examined for conditions that may result in the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons (such as damage to the output cord, blades, housing, or other parts). In the event that such conditions exist, the transformer should not be used until properly repaired.
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Table of contentsFlyerChief system featuresLocomotive Control 4Smoke 4FlyerChief RC sound system 4Switch locations 5
The FlyerChief remoteInstalling AAA batteries into the remote control 6Operating your locomotive with your FlyerChief remote 7
Remote operationsRunning your locomotive with the FlyerChief remote 8Operating multiple FlyerChief locomotives 8Triggering sounds and announcements with the FlyerChief remote 9Running your locomotive with a transformer 9
Creating your layoutOperating your wall-pack power supply safely 10Building your American Flyer layout 11Joining the FasTrack sections 11Connecting your wall-pack power supply 12
Using the LionChiefAppConnecting to your LionChief, LionChief Plus, or FlyerChief locomotive 13What if my Bluetooth enabled engine didn’t automatically connect? 14Running Your Locomotive 14Settings 15Volume Control 15Switching Connection Between Multiple Bluetooth® Locomotives 16Troubleshooting 16
Locomotive operation Adding smoke fluid to your locomotive’s smoke generator 17Coupling the passenger cars 18Installing the observation car platform 18Reverse unit procedure 19Adjusting the volume using the FlyerChief remote 19
Maintaining and servicing your setLubricating your locomotive 20Servicing your locomotive’s LEDs 21Replacing the traction tires 21FCC Statement 21
TroubleshootingFlyerChief troubleshooting 22-23Troubleshooting in conventional mode 23Lionel Limited Warranty Policy & Service 24
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Locomotive control
You may choose to control your FlyerChief locomotive with the included FlyerChief remote (using a transformer or power supply capable of supplying a constant 18 VAC or 18 VDC to the track) or
using a transformer. Use the TRANSFORMER/REMOTE control switch to select between FlyerChief remote operation or conventional AC transformer operation. See page 5 for switch location.
If you choose to run your locomotive in FlyerChief mode, slide the TRANSFORMER/REMOTE switch to the REMOTE position. Your locomotive runs on fixed 18 VAC or 18 VDC voltage, which is optimal for the sound system and smoke system. The locomotive listens to commands from its FlyerChief remote at a specific frequency to increase or decrease speed, change directions, or trigger sounds. That’s why the locomotive and remote must be operated as a matched pair.
If you choose to run your FlyerChief locomotive with a transformer, slide the TRANSFORMER/REMOTE switch to TRANSFORMER position with the track power off. The locomotive responds to the transformer’s throttle and direction buttons.
Smoke
Your locomotive features an operating smoke unit that produces safe, clean, white smoke. Always keep a small amount of smoke fluid in the smoke unit when you are running your locomotive
with the SMOKE switch in the ON position. Slide the SMOKE switch to the OFF position if you do not want to operate the locomotive with smoke. See page 5 for switch location. We recommend using only Lionel Premium Smoke Fluid.
FlyerChief RC sound system
Your locomotive features a wide range of sounds to make operation even more realistic and inter-active! The steam chuffing sounds are synchronized with the speed of the locomotive. You may
choose to turn the steam sounds off by sliding the RPM/SOUND switch to the OFF position. See page 5 for switch locations.
FlyerChief system features
The following Lionel marks are used throughout this Owner’s Manual and are protected under law. All rights reserved.
Lionel®, FlyerChief™, FasTrack®, RailSounds®, ElectroCoupler™, LEGACY®, LEGACY®Control System, Lockon®
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FlyerChief system featuresSwitch locations
Refer to Figure 1 for the location of the switches on the underside of the locomotive’s cab.
RPM/SND switch: Turns background sounds on and off. Whistle, bell, and announcement are not affected.
TRANSFORMER/REMOTE switch: Toggles between remote control mode and transformer con-trol mode.
SMOKE switch: Turns the smoke unit on and off.
Figure 1. Switch locations
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The FlyerChief remoteInstalling AAA batteries into the Remote Control
For safety purposes, you must use a Phillips screwdriver to access the battery compartment. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the screw that secures the battery compartment hatch and lift the
hatch to access the battery compartment (as shown in Figure 2). Insert three AAA alkaline batteries orienting the +/- as shown in the bottom of the battery compartment. Replace the battery door and tighten the Phillips head screw. Be careful to avoid overtightening the screw.
Use only Alkaline AAA batteries. Use only new batteries. Never mix new and used batteries or use different types together.
Figure 2. Opening and closing the battery compartment
Important!
When you are not operating the train, move the On/Off switch to the Off position to conserve the battery life.Important!
Important!
Remove screw and remove battery compartment hatch
REMOVE ALL BATTERIES WHEN THE TRAIN WILL NOT BE USED FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME. LIONEL'S LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER DAMAGE TO YOUR REMOTE CAUSED FROM LEAKING BATTERIES.
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The FlyerChief remoteOperating your locomotive with your FlyerChief remote
BELL/ELECTROCOUPLERThe BELL button will activate the bell sounds on locomotives equipped with this feature. Hold the ANNOUNCEMENT/SHIFT button and press the ELECTROCOUPLER to trigger the ElectroCoupler on the rear of the tender.
WHISTLE/ELECTROCOUPLERThe WHISTLE button will activate your locomotive’s whistle. Hold the ANNOUNCEMENT/SHIFT button and press the ELECTROCOUPLER to trigger the ElectroCoupler on the front of the engine.ANNOUNCEMENTS/SHIFT
Press the center button for a variety of announcements.
ON/OFF SWITCHTurn remote control on and off. We recommend turning off the remote when not in use to conserve battery life. Remove the batteries for storage.
SPEED INDICATOR LIGHTThe red light will remain on during normal operation. The light will begin to flash when the locomotive is in motion, and the flashing will vary with the locomotive's speed.
THROTTLEControl speed and direction with the knob. Turn the knob to the right to move forward, left for reverse and back to center (top) for stop. The LED indicator light will flash to indicate that speed signals are being sent to the locomotive.
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Running your locomotive with the FlyerChief remote
Slide the TRANSFORMER/REMOTE switch to the REMOTE position. Refer to Figure 1 on page 5 for the location of this switch.
With track power turned off, place your locomotive on American Flyer or S gauge 2-rail track.
The curves must have a diameter of at least 40”.
Power up the track to 18 volts (AC or DC) and move the remote power switch to ON. When the locomotive is powered up, it will beep until it syncs with the remote. When the locomotive is synced up with the remote, the locomotive start-up sounds will begin to play.
If the smoke unit switch is in the ON position, add smoke fluid to your locomotive’s stack to prevent damage to the smoke unit. Refer to page 17 for additional information.
When in remote mode and powered up on the track, the locomotive will continue to beep until it is synced up with its remote. If the locomotive beeps during operation, be sure that fresh batteries are installed properly in the remote and the TRANSFORMER/REMOTE switch is in the REMOTE position.
Move ‘em out! Use your remote to run your train. You can adjust the speed in for-ward or reverse, blow the whistle, sound the bell, or trigger an announcement. Refer to page 7 for complete details.
Turn off the power supply when you are done running your trains. Switch off your remote control to conserve the batteries.
Remote operations
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Operating multiple FlyerChief locomotives
You may choose to operate more than one FlyerChief locomotive at the same time—including locomotives of the same type (e.g., two Berkshires with different road names and/or road num-
bers). Each locomotive is paired with a unique remote. A locomotive will only respond to commands from its corresponding remote. You can also use the Universal LionChief Remote (6-83071) to con-trol this and two additional FlyerChief locomotives.
If you attempt to operate two of the exact same locomotives (same type, roadname, and Lionel part number), then one remote will control both locomotives simultaneously.
Note! When you are running your locomotive in reverse, there is not a backup light on this locomotive’s tender.
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Remote operationsTriggering sounds and announcements with the FlyerChief remote
Press the announcement on the FlyerChief remote to trigger the corresponding sounds. Your locomotive plays a variety of announcements that are designed to match the way you operate the
locomotive. You can trigger an announcement that corresponds to each part of the journey. See page 15 to adjust the volume level.
When the locomotive is… The announcements states…
At a stop Announcement 1
Announcement 2
In motion Announcement 3
Announcement 4
Running your locomotive with a transformer
Slide the TRANSFORMER/REMOTE switch to the TRANSFORMER position. Refer to Figure 1 on page 5 for the location of this switch.
With track power turned off, place your locomotive on American Flyer or S gauge 2-rail track.
Power up the track using your transformer.Virtually all American Flyer or Lionel alternating-current transformers are suitable.
If the SMOKE unit switch is in the ON position, add smoke fluid to your locomotive’s stack to prevent damage to the smoke unit. Refer to page 17 for additional information.
Get your locomotive moving. Your locomotive goes through a repeating pattern of operations: neutral, forward, neutral, reverse, neutral, and so on. To sequence the reverse unit, press the DIRECTION button on your transformer, or briefly bring the throttle all the way back to the OFF position and then forward. When track power is interrupted, the loco-motive advances to the next operational state. Adjust track voltage until your locomotive moves at your desired speed.
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Caution!
If you have an existing transformer and would like to control your train with it, follow these instructions.
Note! When you are running your locomotive in reverse, there is not a backup light on this locomotive’s tender.
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Creating your layout
Operating your wall-pack power supply safely
Your Lionel wall-pack power supply is listed by Underwriter’s Laboratory Inc. and has been carefully designed to ensure peak performance. When using electrical products, basic safety
precautions should be maintained.
Be sure to observe the following guidelines:
• Read the manual thoroughly before using this device.
• This device is not recommended for children under fourteen years of age.
• Parents should periodically inspect this product for potential hazards and, if necessary, have them repaired by a Factory Trained Authorized Lionel Service Station or Lionel Service. In the event that such a condition exists, the transformer should not be used until it has been properly repaired.
• The wall-pack power supply is intended to be used indoors. Do not use this device if water is present. Serious or fatal injuries may result.
• Use the wall-pack power supply only for its intended purpose.
• The wall-pack power supply was designed to operate on 18 volt AC, 50/60-Hertz power. Do not connect this product to any other power supply.
• Do not operate the wall-pack power supply with a damaged cord, plug, or case.
• To avoid the risk of electrical shock, do not disassemble the unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside. If damaged, take this product to a Factory Trained Authorized Lionel Service Station or Lionel Service. Visit www.lionel.com for a list of authorized Service Centers.
• Do not operate the wall-pack power supply on your layout unattended. Obstructed accessories or stalled trains may overheat, resulting in damage to your layout.
• Always unplug the wall-pack power supply from the power source when not in use.
• Never insert objects into the ventilation slots on this product. Damage to sensitive electronic components can result.
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Creating your layout
Building your American Flyer layout
Your set comes with twelve curved sections, three 10" straight sections, and terminal section of track. Figure 3 shows the oval layout that you can build with these track sections. You may
choose to add more FasTrack track sections to create an endless number of exciting track arrange-ments for more fun, action, and variety.
Figure 3. Track layout
Joining the FasTrack track sections
FasTrack track sections join together easily. With interlocking roadbed sections and metal rail joiners, the track fits together securely so you always have good electrical contact. Take a look at
Figure 4 to see how to join the track sections.
1. Line up your two sections of track.2. Insert the rails into the joiners at the ends of the corresponding rails.
Be sure that the rail is not resting on top of the joiner. This will cause poor electri-cal connection and train performance.
3. Press the sections together until the interlocking roadbed snaps into place.
Figure 4. Joining the track sections
Rail joiner
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Creating your layout
Connecting your wall-pack power supply
Your trains are powered by a DC wall-pack power supply. To power the track, simply plug the wall-pack into an outlet and plug the jack into the terminal section as shown in Figure 5.
Figure 5. Wall-pack power supply connection
Jack on wall-pack power supply
Terminal track section
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Using the LionChief App
Once you have downloaded the free LionChief app and your locomotive is powered up on the track, tap the LionChief icon on your smart device.
This screen will be present and within a few seconds it will automatically connect with your loco-motive. Once it has connected, your Bluetooth enabled locomotive will show up in the locomotive box. You are now ready to operate your locomotive.
Connecting to your LionChief, LionChief Plus, or FlyerChief locomotive
Your locomotive will make a chirping sound until the connection process is complete.Note!
no connected locomotive
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Figure 6a. App screen when trying to connect to a locomotive
Figure 6b. App screen when a locomotive is connected
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Link
Using the LionChief App
This is your main control panel.
Running your locomotive
Tap on the locomotive box. Your locomotive will show up at top, click the link button and you’re all set to begin running your locomotive.
What if my Bluetooth enabled engine didn’t automatically connect?
CONNECTED LOCOMOTIVE’S NAME AND FEATURES
Available Engines: 1
Figure 7. App screen to select a locomotive
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Connected locomotive
Settings
Speed Throttle
Connected locomotive number
Horn/Whistle
Bell
Announcement
Volume Control
Front coupler
Rear coupler
Direction
Tap the icon to switch directions
Figure 8. Controlling your locomotive with the app
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ElectroCoupler
This feature is available in our LionChief Plus and FlyerChief line of locomotives
Grayed out icons means this feature is not available on your locomotive.Note!
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Using the LionChief App
On the setting screen, you will be able to establish key elements of how your locomotive will run including smoke, momentum and speed limit. These settings will reset once you are done run-
ning the locomotive and close out of your LionChief app.
Settings
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Smoke On
Smoke Off
Smoke On/Off LionChief, LionChief Plus and FlyerChief steam locomotives come equipped with a smoke unit. This but-ton allows you to turn on/off your smoke unit.
Momentum
The setting simulates the gradual acceleration and stopping of a real train.
Speed Limit This setting allows you to control the max speed the locomotive can go while you are running your set on the app.
Exit Screen
Figure 9. Adjusting locomotive speed and smoke settings
Our LionChief ,LionChief Plus and FlyerChief locomotives come equipped with a very impressive RailSounds sound system. This section of the app will allow you to establish the volume for indi-
vidual sound elements or the overall sound level.
Volume Control
Once these are established here, the characteristics will continue both on the app or with your remote until you choose to change them again.
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You are able to adjust the quality of sound “higher” or “lower” for both the horn/whistle and bell.
Train Sounds
Diesel revving or steam chuffingFigure 10. Adjusting locomotive individual and overall volume levels
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Your LionChief app will display all “available” locomotives in the engine selection carousel. If you have three or more available engines, touch and scroll right to view them. Switching between
available locomotives is easy, press the un-link icon to release the currently connected engine. Alternately, you can highlight the engine you would like to run and press the Link icon to connect. In both cases, if the previously selected locomotive was in motion, it will stop when disconnected.
• If the locomotive does not appear in the App's “engine selection carousel,” try turning the track power off, wait 5 seconds and turn it back on.
• If the locomotive powers up and starts playing its background sound instead of chirping, there is another remote connecting to the locomotive. Since the locomotive can only be controlled by one remote at a time, locate and turn off the other remote that is connecting to the engine.
• If a universal remote is present and powered on, make sure one of its 3 channels is not connecting to your locomotive before the App is able to connect.
• Verify that the locomotive works as expected with its provided remote or with the Lionel Universal remote.
Switching Connection Between Multiple Bluetooth® Locomotives
Troubleshooting
Using the LionChief App
Link
Un-link
Figure 11. Switching between three locomotives
CONNECTED LOCOMOTIVE’S NAME AND FEATURES
Available Engines: 3
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Locomotive operation
Adding smoke fluid to your locomotive’s smoke generator
Y our locomotive is equipped with a smoke generator that produces safe, clean white smoke dur ing operation if the smoke unit switch is in the ON position. Refer to Figure 1 on page 5 for the loca-
tion of the switch. The smoke generator requires the periodic addition of Lionel smoke fluid in order to function. We
recommend you only use Lionel Premium Smoke Fluid. Add about 4-6 drops of fluid directly into the locomotive’s stack. Smoke production commences momentarily. When smoke production decreases, add more fluid (about four drops). An idle locomotive will not smoke. See Figure 12 for the smoke stack location.
Power to the smoke element is off when the locomotive is at idle. Power is restored to the element when the locomotive begins moving again. If the locomotive has been idle for a minute or longer it will likely take 20-30 seconds for smoke to be visible once the locomotive begins moving from the idle position.
Caution! When the smoke unit switch is in the ON position, always keep a small amount of smoke fluid in the locomotive’s smoke generator; the generator’s element can become damaged if operated without smoke fluid.
If you prefer to operate the locomotive without smoke or you do not want to add smoke fluid, slide the smoke unit switch to the OFF position.
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Figure 12. Stack location
Smoke Stack
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Figure 13. Coupler operation
Coupling the passenger cars
Push up on the uncoupling weight located directly under the coupler to open the coupler. Refer to Figure 13. To couple two cars together, place them on the track with at least one of the cou-
plers open, then slide them together. The couplers will close automatically.
Uncoupling weightBottom of the coupler
Locomotive operation
Installing the observation car platform
Slide the tabs on the observation car platform into the slots in the rear of the body. Refer to Figure 14.
Figure 14. Installing the observation car platform
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Reverse unit procedure
The electronic reverse unit inside your American Flyer locomotive acts like the transmission in a car. When you apply power to the track, the locomotive moves in the direction specified by the
reverse unit—or it sits in neutral, awaiting another power interruption. Power interruptions are the signal that tells the reverse unit to sequence to the next operational state.
To interrupt power and sequence the locomotive’s reverse unit, press the direction control button or briefly bring the throttle lever all the way back to the OFF position. The reverse unit alternates between three states: forward, neutral, and reverse.
To interrupt power and sequence the locomotive’s reverse unit, press the direction control button or briefly bring the throttle lever all the way back to the OFF position. The reverse unit alternates between three states: forward, neutral, and reverse.
Additionally, this reverse unit has a “power-up reset” feature. If the locomotive sits without power for a short period of time, the reverse unit will automatically reset and start in the forward direction when the transformer is turned on or “powered up”.
Locomotive operation
Adjusting the volume using the FlyerChief remote
To turn off the locomotive’s steam background sounds, slide the SOUND switch to the OFF position. Refer to Figure 1 on page 5 for the location of this switch.
The overall volume of the sounds in your locomotive can be adjusted, but this requires the use of the FlyerChief remote (in remote operation mode). To enter Volume Control Mode, place the remote on a flat surface. Using one hand, press the WHISTLE and BELL buttons simultaneously. After three seconds, the remote’s red LED will begin to flash, acknowledging that you are in volume adjustment mode. Keep the WHISTLE and BELL buttons depressed.
Using your other hand turn the speed control knob up or down to adjust the volume to your prefer-ence. Release the WHISTLE and BELL buttons to exit volume adjustment mode.
Note! When you are running your locomotive in reverse, there is not a backup light on this locomotive’s tender.
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Help your American Flyer locomotive lead a long and productive life on your railroad by main-taining it properly.
We recommend that you purchase a Lionel Lubrication and Maintenance Kit, available from your Lionel dealer or Lionel. Two basic rules to keep in mind: never over-lubricate (a small amount will do), and avoid getting grease or oil on the locomotive wheels, contact rollers, or your track.
You’ll know your locomotive requires lubrication when visual inspection reveals dryness on the parts indicated in Figure 15 or the locomotive and tender begin to squeak. Remove accumulated dirt and dust before lubricating, and always lubricate any locomotive emerging from prolonged storage. Also, lightly lubricate the front and rear truck pivot points after each 25 hours of operation.
Figure 15. Lubrication points and screw locations
Lubricating your locomotive
Maintaining and servicing your set
Oil (Sparingly)
Oil (Sparingly)
Oil (Sparingly)
Body Screws
Body Screws
Body Screws
Oil (Sparingly)
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Servicing your locomotive’s LEDs
Your locomotive is illuminated by two light emitting diodes, or LEDs. The LEDs are expected to last for the life of this product and should not require replacement. The LEDs should be serviced
only by an authorized Lionel Service Center or Lionel Service.
Maintaining and servicing your set
Your locomotive is equipped with two traction tires. During the course of normal operations, the traction tires may become worn out. To replace the traction tires, use a 3/16” nut driver to
remove the drive rod nut. Slip off the worn tire and position the replacement tire around the wheel. Carefully fit the tire into the groove. If you are uncomfortable with this operation, you may choose to have the traction tires replaced by your authorized Lionel Service Center or Lionel Service.
Replacing the traction tires
FCC StatementWarning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user authority to operate the equipment.
Notes: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipement off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two condi-tions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
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Troubleshooting
FlyerChief Troubleshooting
Problem: The locomotive stopped dead:
FlyerChief locomotives are equipped with “motor lock out” technology. This means that if the inter-nal electronics do not detect the motor feedback signal (a function of the constant speed control sys-tem) within a two-second period of being given a command to start moving (or has been underway for a period of time) the motor will lock itself out. This is done to prevent the locomotive from losing control.
Solution: Simply return the FlyerChief dial to the center (stopped) position, if using Remote mode or cycle the power on your conventional transformer. Once you tell the locomotive to begin moving it will. If the problem persists you likely have a loose electrical connector inside the locomotive and it should be taken to a local Factory Trained Authorized Service Station or contact Lionel Customer Service directly.
Problem: The locomotive does not smoke
Resolution:
• Ensure the SMOKE switch is in the ON position. (You must cycle the power if you have to change the position of the switch.)
• Ensure you have four drops of smoke fluid in the smoke stack. Before getting the locomotive running.
• You may need to blow down the stack to clear any potential blockage that may have been created when you added smoke fluid.
• If you do not plan to use the smoke unit ensure the SMOKE switch is in the OFF position, failure to add smoke fluid can cause permanent damage to the smoke unit.
Problem: The FlyerChief Remote will not control the locomotive
Resolution:
• Ensure you have fully charged batteries in the remote. (The LED on the top of the remote will illuminate when the remote is turned on.)
• If you have been running your engine with the LionChief App, unlink the engine. See page 16. • Ensure you are using the remote paired with the locomotive you are trying to operate (road name
and road number match). • Ensure the TRANSFORMER/REMOTE switch is in the REMOTE position. Turn the track power off,
turn the remote OFF. Power up the locomotive with the track power. It will begin to beep when power is applied, now turn the remote on and wait. The remote is synced to the locomotive. When the sounds in the locomotive come alive you will know the locomotive and remote have synchronized.
• If the red LED on the top of the remote begins to blink when the throttle is turned and the loco-motive does not begin to move it may be an instance of the “motor lock out” feature. Ensure the batteries in the remote are new and fully charged.
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FlyerChief Troubleshooting continued
Problem: Sound volume is low
Resolution: Follow the volume adjustment directions found on page 19. If this does not correct the problem please contact Lionel Customer Service.
Problem: The locomotive continues beeping and will not respond to the FlyerChief Remote
Resolution:
• Ensure the remote you are using is matched to the locomotive you are trying to control (road name and road number). Follow the instructions on page 8.
• Ensure the TRANSFORMER/REMOTE switch is in the REMOTE position. • Ensure the remote is powered on.
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting in conventional mode
No lights or operationBe sure a Transformer is plugged in.
Train runs, but WHISTLE/HORN, BELL, and DIRECTION buttons do not workCheck track connections. The track must be connected to the “A” and “U” terminals on the Transformer.
No change when DIRECTION button is pressedBe sure that your locomotive reverse unit switch is ON.
Locomotive runs slowly or lights dim at the far end of the trackOn larger layouts, additional track resistance may cause a voltage drop. Attach additional Lockons to the remote portion of your track.
Green light begins to flashThe power limit of the Transformer has been exceeded. The unit will gradually reduce power until the problem is corrected.
Green light flashing , no power to the trackThe Transformer has shutdown because the power limit was exceeded for more than 30 seconds. Move the throttle to the OFF position to reset the Transformer and return to normal operation.
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Lionel Limited Warranty Policy & Service
This Lionel product, including all mechanical and electrical components, moving parts, motors and structural components, with the exception of LIGHT BULBS, LED’s & TRACTION TIRES are warranted to the original owner-purchaser for a period of one year from the original date of purchase against original defects in
materials or workmanship when purchased through a Lionel Authorized Retailer*.
This warranty does NOT cover the following:• Normal wear and tear• Light bulbs or LED’s• Defects appearing in the course of commercial use• Damage resulting from abuse/misuse of the product
Transfer of this product by the original owner-purchaser to another person voids this warranty in its entirety. Modification of this product in any way; visually, mechani-cally or electronically, voids the warranty in its entirety.
Any warranted product which is defective in original materials or workmanship and is delivered by the original owner-purchaser (this warranty is non-transferrable) to Lionel LLC or any Lionel Authorized Service Station MUST be accompanied by the original receipt for purchase (or copy) from an Authorized Lionel Retailer*, will at the discretion of Lionel LLC, be repaired or replaced, without charge for parts or labor. In the event the defective product cannot be repaired, and a suitable replacement is not available, Lionel will offer to replace the product with a comparable model (determined by Lionel LLC), if available. In the event a comparable model is not available the customer will be refunded the original purchase price (requires proof of purchase from the Authorized Lionel Retailer* it was originally purchased). Any products on which warranty service is sought must be sent freight or postage prepaid (Lionel will refuse any package when postage is due). Transportation and shipping charges are not covered as part of this warranty.
NOTE: Products that require service that do not have a receipt from an LIONEL AUTHORIZED RETAILER* will be required to pay for all parts required to repair the product (labor will not incur a charge) providing the product is not older than 3 years from date of manu-facture and is within 1 year from date of purchase. A copy of the original sales receipt is required.
In no event shall Lionel LLC be held liable for incidental or consequential damages.
Instructions for Obtaining Service
If service for this Lionel LLC product is required; bring the item, along with your DATED sales receipt and completed warranty information (at the bottom of this page) to the nearest Lionel Authorized Service Station. Your nearest Lionel Service Station can be found by calling 1-800-4-LIONEL or by accessing the website at
www.lionel.com.
If you prefer to send your Lionel product directly to Lionel, for repair you must FIRST call 586-949-4100 extension 2 or write to Lionel Customer Service, 6000 Victory Lane, Concord, NC 28027. Please have the 6-digit Lionel product number, the date of original purchase, the dealer where the item was purchased and what seems to be the problem. You will receive a return authorization (RA) number to ensure your merchandise will be properly tracked and handled upon receipt at Lionel LLC.
Once you have your Return Authorization (RA) number, make sure the item is packed in its original Styrofoam inner container which is placed inside the original outer display box (this will help prevent damage during shipping and handling). This shipment MUST be prepaid and we recommend that it be insured with the car-rier of your choice.
Please make sure you have followed all of the above instructions carefully before returning any merchandise for service. You may choose to have your product repaired by one of Lionel LLC’s Authorized Service Stations after its warranty has expired. A reasonable service fee should be expected once the product warranty has expired.
Warranty Information
Please complete the information below and keep it, along with your DATED ORIGINAL SALES RECEIPT. You MUST present this form AND your DATED SALES RECEIPT when requesting warranty service.
*A complete listing of Lionel Authorized retailers can be found by calling 1-800-4-LIONEL or by visiting our website at www.lionel.com.
Products that are more than 3 years old, from date of manufacture, are not applicable for warranty coverage, even if they have never been sold prior to this date. (Under no circumstance shall any components or labor be provided free of charge.)
Name _________________________________________________________________________Address ________________________________________________________________________Place of Purchase _________________________________________________________________Date of Purchase __________________________________________________________________Product Number __________________________________________________________________
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state.
