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Santa Fe FT Passenger
ready-to-run O-27 set
Owner’s Manual
CAUTI
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N—ELECTRI
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NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER EIGHT 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:18 V; 80 VA
Congratulations!
ou’re now the proud owner of the Santa
Fe FT Passenger ready-to-run O-27 train
set. Everything you need to get started is
included. You’re already off to a great start
by reading this instruction manual. It has
important information on train setup and
operation. This booklet also covers proper
maintenance procedures to help your Lionel
trains live long, healthy lives.
If you have any questions after reading
this booklet, contact your nearest Lionel
Authorized Service Center using the list
included in a separate flier in this set or call
Lionel Service at 810-949-4100. And have
fun!
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Features found on both SignalSounds and Conventional RailSounds
sets
Locomotives
Passenger Cars
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• Detailed/illuminated interior
• Opening Doors
• Die-cast magnetic coupler
Two powerful can motors
Lionel electronic reversing unit
SignalSounds horn and bell
Tire-Traction
Die-cast magnetic coupler
Illuminated headlight
IMPORTANT NOTE
This FT Locomotive is intended for conventional operation only.
IT IS NOT UPGRADEABLE TO COMMAND CONTROL.
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Table of contents
Track layout
Getting started
Joining the track sections
Suggested track layouts
Attaching the lockon to the track
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Controller operations
See the instruction sheet (71-4003-250) that came with your 80-Watt Transformer for details.
Stripping the wire
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Attaching the controller wires to the lockon
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Installing the Lionel no 610-5906-001 sound activation button
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Transformer operation
Coupling
Running your Lionel FTs with a Lionel transformer
Your locomotive’s electronic E unit
Using your locomotive’s magnetic coupler
Tire-Traction™
Experiencing the SignalSounds/Conventional RailSounds system
Adjusting volume of sounds
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Operating your SignalSounds™/Conventional RailSounds™ locomotive
Your FT’s Conventional RailSounds system—the basics
Enhanced TowerCom™
Automatic CrewTalk™
Train Brakes
Wheel Flange Squeal
Notes on Conventional Railsounds™
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Maintaining and servicing your FTs
Lubricating your FTs
Replacing your FT’s lamps and battery installation
Lionel Service
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Track Layout
Getting started
efore you do anything else, we recommend you check the contents of your set
box to ensure all of the parts of your set
have been included and that the quantities
(when applicable) are correct.
The parts list below will tell you what’s
included and the correct quantities. If you
find any discrepancies, contact the dealer
you purchased your set from for more
information or call 1-800-4-LIONEL for a
service center near you.
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• Santa Fe FT Diesel locomotive
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– 6-21973 with Conventional RailSounds
– 6-21974 with SignalSounds
• Santa Fe Streamline Passenger Cars
2
• Santa Fe Streamline Observation Car
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• 80-watt controller and power pack
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• Lockon
• Straight track
• Curved track
• Service Center list
• Railroader Club application
• Warranty Card
Now comes the fun part—deciding what
kind of layout you want. The only rule—let
your imagination be your guide.
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Track Layout
Joining the track sections
together around a track
pin with a pair of pliers. If any pins fall out
of the track and are
missing, replace them
with extras available
from your Lionel dealer.
Maintenance tip: The
rails should be kept
clean, dry, and free
from oil and grease.
Clean rust and dirt
spots with a track eraser. Wipe the track using
a cloth dampened with
track cleaner from the
Lionel maintenance kit
(no. 6-62927), available from your nearest Lionel Authorized
Value Added Dealer or Lionel Service.
oin the track sections together
by inserting the pins of
one track section into
the rail openings of
another. For good electrical contact, pins
must be carefully
inserted and track joints
tightly fitted.
If the track is difficult
to connect, try this
installation tip. You can
“break in” O-27 track
sections by inserting
and withdrawing a
track pin into one rail
at a time before joining
the entire track section.
If the openings become too large (causing
the track to fit loosely), pinch the rail
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Suggested track layouts
Here are some examples of layouts you can build with 8 straight and 8 curved sections of track.
Remember—the more track you own, the more variations you can create in your train layout.
And that means more action and more fun!
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Track layout
Attaching the lockon to the track
he lockon connects power from your
controller to the track. Attaching
the lockon to the track is quick
and easy. First, place the lockon under any straight section of track. Fit the
center lip of the
1
lockon onto the
2
edge of an outside
rail. Press the lockon upward so that
the spring contact snaps onto
the center rail. The lockon
should face outward when
setting up your track and
make sure it is firmly connected.
Use the illustrations below as a stepby-step guide.
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2 Snap spring contact
to the middle rail
1 Hook lip to the
outside of the rail
Once the lockon is securely attached to
the track, it’s time to insert the wires from
the controller into the two spring clips on
the lockon. See page 8 for easy-to-follow
steps.
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Controller operations
Stripping the wire
nce your track is assembled and the
lockon is securely attached, you
can connect the
wires from the
controller to the
lockon.
First you‘ll want to
check the ends of the
wires to make sure that the insulation is
stripped back about 1⁄4" to 3⁄8". To
strip the wires, use a pair
of wire strippers or a
sharp knife.
Caution:
Only an adult
should perform
this task! Always use
care when stripping wires.
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Controller operations
Attaching the controller wires to the lockon
ow you’ll need to insert a controller
wire into each of the two spring clips on
the lockon.
It’s easy! Depress the spring clip with your
finger and insert the bare end of the wire
into the exposed opening. Release the spring
clip. Give the wire a little tug to make sure
it’s secure. Repeat these steps with the other
spring clip. The wire attached to position 1
on the lockon should be fastened to terminal post A on the 80W controller. The wire
attached to position 2 on the lockon should
be fastened to terminal post U on the 80W
controller. Next, insert the small plug end of
the power pack into the back of your controller, and plug the other end into a standard outlet.
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Note! If the horn and bell buttons on
your controller do not control the
correct sounds, remove the wires from the
lockon and reinsert each one into the opposite clip to reverse the polarity.
Make sure that the bare end of each wire is securely
attached to the spring clip and that the two wires do
not come in contact with each other.
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Train operations
Installing the Lionel no. 610-5906-001 sound activation button
o operate the bell and horn sounds when
operating your FT with conventional
transformers, you’ll need to install the Lionel
no. 610-5906-001 sound activation button
(available separately). Connect the button(s)
as shown below.
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1 2
Customer’s wire
Black wire
to your transformer
Red wire
Attach to ground terminal
Attach to power terminal
Note!
Lionel no. 610-5906-001
sound activation button for
activating the bell
All track power must feed
through “Sound Activation
Button”
Do not bypass button
For AC transformers with a horn/whistle button
For AC transformers lacking a horn/whistle button (two no. 5906s required)
1 2
Red wire
Red wire
Attach to ground terminal
to your transformer
Attach to power terminal
Black wire
Lionel no.
610-5906-001
sound activation
button (for horn)
Note!
Lionel no.
610-5906-001
sound activation
button (for bell)
The no. 610-5906-001 sound activation button (available separately) works with any Lionel
AC transformer except no. 6-4690 Type MW. Transformers made by other manufacturers
may not be compatible with Conventional RailSounds.
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Train operations
Coupling
fter you have assembled the track, place
the locomotive and rolling stock on the
track. Before coupling the cars, make sure
the wheels are properly set on the rails.
When coupling your cars, at least one of
the mating couplers must be open as shown
below at the left. Now simply push the cars
toward each other until they lock together.
Now you’re ready to pull out of the station. All aboard!
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Push down the lock
release to open the
coupler.
Keep in mind that it’s easier to couple cars on a straight stretch of track.
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Transformer operations
Running your Lionel FTs with a Lionel transformer
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Place your FT locomotives on Lionel or Lionelcompatible O, 027 gauge track.
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Power up your FTs with your transformer.
Note!
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• Your FT is designed to operate on 10-16 volts alternating current. Virtually all Lionel and Lionel-compatible alternating-current transformers are suitable.
• Do not power your FT with direct current (DC). Damage to sensitive
electronic components may occur.
• When you first power up your track, your FT’s headlights will illuminate. At this point, the locomotive is in neutral. This occurs when placing the
FT on your railroad for the first time. When your train is first powered up, the
default state will be neutral and the default direction is forward. This means
whenever you power up your engine the engine will remain in neutral, and
when the power is removed and again applied, the train will move forward.
This condition holds true if the engine is being powered up for the first time
or if the engine has been powered down longer than five seconds.
Move ‘em out!
• Get your FT moving. Press the DIR button on your CAB-1 remote or Lionel
transformer. This sequences the Lionel electronic E unit to the next operating
state. The electronic E unit alternates between three states: forward, neutral,
and reverse.
• Adjust track voltage until your FT moves at your desired speed. To
increase speed, increase track voltage. To decrease speed, reduce voltage. To
stop the locomotive, cut track power.
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Transformer operations
Your locomotive’s electronic E unit
he reverse unit inside your Lionel locohave no affect on the direction of the locomotive is an electronic device that acts
motive.
like the transmission in your car. When you
Additionally, this reverse unit has a
apply power to the track, the locomotive
“power-up reset” feature, which means that
moves in the direction specified by the
should the locomotive sit without power for
reverse unit—or it
a short period of
sits in neutral,
time, the reverse unit
awaiting another
will automatically
RUN/LOCK
power interrupreset and start in the
tion. Power interforward direction
ruptions are the
when the transformer
signal that tells the
is turned on or “powreverse unit to
ered up,” regardless
sequence to the
of the locking switch
next operational
position. If the lockRear of locomotive
state.
ing switch is in the
To interrupt
With your electronic E unit, positioning the switch in Off position, the
power and
the ON position locks your engine into its last mov- locomotive will start
sequence the loco- ing direction. Positioning the switch in the OFF posi- in the forward direction resumes normal sequencing operation.
motive’s reverse
tion and be “locked”
unit, press the
there.
direction control button or turn the throttle
Pressing the whistle/horn button on your
to the OFF position and ON again. The
controller will produce a realistic diesel
reverse unit alternates between three states:
horn sound. If the horn fails to operate,
forward, neutral, and reverse.
remove the wires from the lockon and reinAlso, the locomotive can be “locked” into
sert each one into the opposite clip to
a certain mode of operation by throwing the
reverse polarity.
switch located on the underside of the frame
If your controller doesn’t have a whistle
(see illustration above). When the switch is
button, you may use the Lionel Sound
thrown to the OFF position, the locomotive
Activation Button #10-5906-001, available
will be locked in the next mode of operation
separately. See page 9 for details.
in the sequence. For instance, if the locomoDirection
tive is moving forward, then is stopped and
control button
the switch is thrown back, the locomotive
will be “locked” in neutral. If the switch is
Whistle/horn
control button
thrown back while the locomotive is under
power, the locomotive will remain in the
Bell control
mode it was in when the switch was thrown. button
The controller direction control will then
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Transformer operations
Using your locomotive’s magnetic coupler
field pulls the disc downward, and the
he front of your Lionel locomotive is
knuckle opens.
equipped with an operating magnetic
One operating
knuckle coupler, a
technique favored by
revolutionary design
Lionel railroaders is
first introduced by
the “moving uncouLionel in 1945.
ple.” Press the
Lionel magnetic
Uncouple button as
couplers react to the
the locomotive passes
magnetic field genover a remote-control
erated by a Lionel
section. The magnetremote-control track
ic field will open the
section (available
coupler; the consist
separately).
Position your locomotive’s trigger disc over the
remains behind as
Place your loremote-control section, then press “uncouple.”
the locomotive
comotive’s coupler
The coupler opens.
moves on. But be
trigger disc over the
careful—the speed
central coil of a
of a newly uncoupled and moving locomoremote-control track section and press
tive can increase dramatically.
Uncouple on the controller. The magnetic
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Tire-Traction™
our locomotive is equipped with TireTraction. This means that two of the
drive wheels are fitted with rubber traction
tires to enhance tractive effort so your locomotive can pull many cars at once.
Lionel locomotives with Tire-Traction
grip the track, enabling them to pull heavy
loads at higher speeds.
To replace a traction tire, slide the old
tire off the wheel and pull free from the
truck. Slide a replacement tire between the
truck side and wheel, then pull the tire over
the wheel.
Replacement tires are available at an
authorized Lionel Service Center.
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Transformer operations
Experiencing the SignalSounds/Conventional RailSounds system
ith SignalSounds and Conventional
RailSounds, you experience the sounds
of real railroading like never before. Simply
put, it’s the most sophisticated, authentic
model railroad sound system in the world.
• Shutdown sequence. No other model
railroad sound system shuts down like
RailSounds. Turn off track power, and
after the air-release reset sound, you have
two seconds to restart your Locomotive. If
you’re done with operations, RailSounds
will commence with an authentic diesel
locomotive shutdown sequence about two
seconds after the air-release reset occurs.
Turn to page 17 for additional sounds
available with Conventional RailSounds.
NOTE: Battery must be installed for shutdown sequence. See page 19.
• Enhanced TowerCom. Receive and
respond to messages from the yard master.
• Automatic Crewtalk. Listen to random call and response messages.
• Train Brakes. Authentic brake sounds
during quick stops.
• Wheel Flange Squeal. Authentic
wheel flange squeal when passing
through tight curves.
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The following is available in both
SignalSound and Conventional
RailSound versions.
• MultiHorn™. Different diesel horn
every time—a Lionel exclusive.
• Mechanical bell. Press BELL on your
CAB-1 or transformer to begin the effect,
again to discontinue. Even the final
“hit” is muted like the real thing.
The following is only available in
Conventional RailSound versions.
(NOTE: The SignalSounds version
cannot be upgraded to Conventional
RailSounds.)
• Variable diesel RPM rate. Your
Locomotive’s speed or track voltage determines the diesel engine RPM rate.
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Transformer operations
Adjusting Volume of Sounds
ou can adjust the volume of
SignalSounds or Conventional
RailSounds. The volume control is located
underneath the left side of the engine. Turn
the engine over and move the front truck to
the left to reveal the control. Use a small flat
blade screwdriver to turn the control.
Clockwise to increase volume, counterclockwise to decrease volume.
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VOLUME
CONTROL
RUN/LOCK
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Operating your Conventional RailSounds™
Your FT’s Conventional RailSounds system—the basics
ionel Conventional RailSounds is the
most realistic model railroad sound system in the world. Your FT Conventional
RailSounds features digital samples for the
ultimate in realism.
Begin by installing a 9-volt alkaline battery in your FT. This ensures interruption
free operation of Conventional
RailSounds.Remove the cab as described on
page 18. Connect the 9-volt alkaline battery
to the battery clip . Place the battery in its
holder and replace the cab.
When you first apply track power, the FT’s
Conventional RailSounds system delivers an
authentic start-up sequence, followed by the
sounds of the locomotive at idle. As the FT’s
speed increases, the RPMs move through
four levels of roar. Sounds return to idle only
after the locomotive has come to a complete
stop.
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Note! Although Conventional RailSounds is powered by track voltage, the battery is
required for uninterrupted operation and shutdown sequences. Use only alkaline
batteries.
Note
If Conventional RailSounds “drops out” during track power interrupts (direction
change), replace the battery.
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Operating your Conventional RailSounds™
Example
Enhanced TowerCom™
• User brings the engine to a stop and sounds a
short horn blast.
• TowerCom message says, “Please stand by”
• User waits until first crewtalk plays, user
sounds another short horn blast.
• TowerCom message says “You are clear for
departure”
nhanced “TowerCom” is a two part message involving a “stand-by” or “clear for
departure” announcement from the dispatcher followed by an acknowledgement
from the engineer. There are several messages and each time TowerCom is triggered,
a random call/response will be played.
The TowerCom™ message, selected randomly for play-back, is triggered by a short
horn blast only when the train is stopped. A
long horn blast will not trigger the effect,
and it is disabled when the engine is in
motion.
If the trigger (i.e., short horn blast)
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occurs within 15 seconds of the train stopping, a “stand by” message is played; if the
trigger occurs more than 15 seconds after
the train has stopped, a “clear for departure” message is played. The 15-second
interval is marked by the first instance of
crewtalk after the engine stops.
Automatic CrewTalk™
here are “call” messages and “response”
messages that are selected randomly for
playback. The crewtalk messages are trig-
gered at random intervals, from 30 seconds
to 3 minutes, only when the train is stopped.
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Train Brakes
or the ultimate in realism, the sound of
squealing train brakes can be played during heavy stops. The engine must be moving
at a medium speed then slowed quickly to
trigger the sounds. With practice, you will be
able to control the sound at any time.
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Wheel Flange Squeal
he brake sounds may also be used to simulate the sound of wheel flange squeal when
traveling through tight curves. Depending on
your track layout, this sound may occasionally
play when entering a curve. You may also trig-
ger this sound by quickly moving the power
supply control knob toward off, then quickly
moving it back to its original setting. Do not
move it completely to off or the engine’s E-unit
will shift to neutral.
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Notes on Conventional RailSounds
• The volume control is located beneath
the locomotive. See page 15 for details.
Turn the volume set screw clockwise or
counter clockwise to adjust the volume.
• Listen for incidental locomotive sounds
during Conventional RailSounds operation. They’re automatic and, of course,
authentic.
• The 9-volt alkaline battery you installed
ensures continuous diesel locomotive
sounds. (Note: use Alkaline batteries
only.)
• Longer track-power interruptions
(including locomotive derailments)
cause Conventional RailSounds to shut
down after about 7 seconds.
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Maintaining and servicing your FTs
Lubricating your FTs
elp your Lionel FTs lead a long and
productive life on your railroad by
maintaining it properly.
We recommend you purchase a Lionel
Lubrication and Maintenance Kit (no. 662927), available from your Lionel dealer.
Two basic rules to keep in mind: never overlubricate (a small amount will do), and
avoid getting grease or oil on the FT’s
wheels or your track. You’ll know your FT
requires lubrication when visual inspection
reveals dryness on the parts indicated in the
illustration. Remove accumulated dirt and
dust before lubricating, and always lubricate any locomotive emerging from prolonged storage.
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Turn truck to remove front
body mount screws
Lubricate with Lionel
grease sparingly
(Powered unit only)
Lubricate
with Lionel oil
sparingly
body mount screws
Lubricate with Lionel
oil sparingly
Lubricate with Lionel
grease sparingly
(Powered unit only)
body mount
screws
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Maintaining and servicing your FTs
Replacing your FT’s lamps and battery installation
our FT is illuminated by one 18-volt
lamp. During the course of normal
operation, they may require replacement.
Begin by removing the FT’s shell; see
page 18 for screw location. After removing
the six screws, carefully lift the shell away
from the frame.
Locate the assembly containing the
expired lamp. It’s held in position by a plastic housing; carefully remove the expired
lamp from the socket. Replace it with Lionel
part no. 12-3011-311, available from your
authorized Lionel Service Center or Lionel
Service. See the Lionel Service section on
page 20 for more information. Reinstall the
shell.
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Remove the FT’s shell, pull the lamp assembly from its
retaining clip, and replace the expired lamp by pulling
it straight out of its socket.
Lionel part No.
12-3011-311
Snap In
Slide in
Note! The engine cab must be removed to install the 9 volt battery. See page 18 for screw
locations. Do not touch the electronics inside. They are static sensitive and could be
damaged.
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Limited Warranty/Lionel Service
his Lionel product, including all mechanical and electrical components, moving
parts, motors and structural components,
except for light bulbs, is warranted to the original
consumer-purchaser, for one year against original
defects in materials or workmanship when purchased through an authorized Lionel merchant.
This warranty does NOT cover normal wear
and tear, light bulbs, defects appearing in the
course of commercial use, or damage resulting
from abuse or misuse of the product by the purchaser. Transfer of this product by the original
consumer-purchaser to another person voids this
warranty. Modification of this product voids this
warranty.
Any warranted product which is defective in
original materials or workmanship and is delivered by the original consumer-purchaser to Lionel
L.L.C. or an Authorized Lionel L.L.C. Service
Center, together with proof of original purchase,
will at the option of Lionel L.L.C. be repaired or
replaced, without charge for parts or labor. In the
event the defective product cannot be repaired,
and a replacement is not available, a refund of
the original purchase price will be granted. Any
products on which warranty service is sought
must be sent freight or postage prepaid, as transportation and shipping charges are not covered by
the warranty.
sales receipt and completed warranty information
to the nearest Authorized Lionel Service Center.
Your nearest Lionel Service Center can be found
by calling 1-800-4-lionel, or by contacting our
Website at www.Lionel.com
If you prefer to send it back to Lionel L.L.C.
for factory repair, you must first call 810-9494100 or FAX 810-949-5429 or write to Customer
Service, P.O. Box 748, New Baltimore, MI 480470748 stating what the item is, when it was purchased and what seems to be the problem. You
will be sent a return authorization letter and label
to assure your merchandise will be properly handled upon receipt.
Once you have received your return authorization and label, make sure that the item is
packed to prevent damage during shipping and
handling. We suggest that you use the product’s
original packaging. This shipment must be prepaid and we recommend that it be insured.
Please make sure you have followed all of the
above instructions carefully before returning any
merchandise for service.
In no event shall Lionel L.L.C. be
liable for incidental or consequential damages.
Name ____________________________
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Some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to
you.
This limited warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you may have other rights which vary
from state to state.
Warranty Information
Please complete the information below and
keep it, along with your dated sales receipt. You
must present this and your dated sales receipt
when requesting warranty service.
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