PIKO 37246 G Steam Locomotive BR 50 DR III Instruction Manual

: May 15, 2024
: PIKO

Table of Contents

Introductions
The Prototype
The Model
Technical Details of the Model
Details
Precautions and Recommendations Minimum Radius
Getting Started: Initial Operation
Technical Data
Maintenance
Safety Instruction
Service instructions
Fittings
Wirning
Plug board
PIKO SERVICE
References
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PIKO 37246 G Steam Locomotive BR 50 DR III

Introductions

Dear PIKO garden railway friend

We are pleased that you have chosen a G scale locomotive from PIKO. Like all PIKO models, this locomotive has been designed by our employees with great attention to detail, carefully assembled and intensively tested during development to guarantee you maximum driving pleasure and a lot of fun with the locomotive.

To match your locomotive, we offer a whole range of car and building models as well as attractive accessories for your garden railway layout. For more information, simply take a look at our detailed PIKO G catalog, the PIKO web shop at www.piko-shop.de, or visit your local dealer and convince yourself of our extensive range.

If you have any suggestions for improvement or positive criticism about your PIKO models, you can send us your feedback by e-mail to hotline@piko.de, by fax +49 3675/8972-50 or by mail to
PIKO Spielwaren GmbH,
Lutherstraße 30,
96515 Sonneberg/Thuringia, or use the social networks to get in touch with us.

Thank you for your purchase and have fun with your PIKO G scale BR 50.

Your PIKO Team

The Prototype

The Class 50, built from 1939 onwards, is one of the most frequently built German freight locomotives and for a long time after the war was one of the most important supports in freight traffic in East and West Germany. In other countries, too, locomotives of this class were used, in some cases until the end of the steam locomotive era. The light and comparatively fast locomotives were used as universal locomotives in the course of time before almost all types of trains.
The 50 even mastered individual express and D trains with ease. Many locomotives received Witte-type wind deflectors instead of the originally installed Wagner wind deflectors during revisions, which gave the locomotive an even slimmer appearance.

Railway enthusiasts from all over Europe ensured that many vehicles of this striking series were preserved even after the end of the scheduled use of steam locomotives and found enthusiastic friends on many routes in East and West in the museum operation.

The Model

With the new development of the Class 50 steam locomotive, PIKO fulfills a frequently expressed wish of many garden railway enthusiasts from East and West. The lovingly executed model in the respective harmonious design has the finest paintwork and printing and a finely detailed overall appearance corresponding to the model. The PIKO locomotive can be used in many ways, according to its original, due to its very good driving characteristics.

Many applied details, e.g. wind deflectors, sand pipes and number plates underline the elegant character of the locomotive.
The PIKO model is supplied with direction dependent light change and is prepared for the uncomplicated installation of driver‘s cab lighting, a digital decoder and sound with a large loudspeaker.

Technical Details of the Model

2 powerful 7-pole motors, protected from moisture
4 ball bearing drive axles gear-driven
Two wheels with traction tires
5-wheelset electrical pickup with internal contacts
4 spring-loaded pickup shoes sliding directly on the rails
Heavy weight for traction
Directional LED headlight and rear light
Ready for digital system and sound
Switchable drivers cab lighting
Smoke generator in smokestack
Fire box with flickering light
Speaker mounting provided
Standard hook-and-loop rear coupler
Length: 887 mm
Weight: approx. 3500 g

Details

Fine detailed loco body
Detached, separate boiler pipes
Delicate replica of hand rails
Delicate spoke wheels with stainless steel wheel rims
Detailed cab interior with engineer figure
Constructed of special plastic for outdoor use
Authentic railroad decorations

Precautions and Recommendations Minimum Radius

The locomotive can run on tracks with a radius of 600 mm (23.62“). Due to the design a minimum radius of 920 mm (36.28“) is recommended. Naturally, extended operation on small radius curves leads to greatly increased wear of the locomotive and track.

Getting Started: Initial Operation

Unpacking the Model

Remove the styrofoam packaging extremely carefully to prevent damaging accessories and attached parts such as handrails etc.

Initial Operation
We recommend letting the locomotive run without a train for 30 minutes in both directions, to properly break it in. This will help achieve optimal performance and longevity for the locomotive. Of course, your model should only be run on smooth and perfectly clean tracks with reliable electrical contact to all track sections.

Smoke Unit Operation and Care
Drop about 10 to 20 drops of smoke fluid into the top of the smokestack. If over-filled, the smoke generator will not work. Turn the loco upside down to drain out excess smoke fluid. Never insert any object down into the smokestack. The heating element in the center of the stack is delicate and easily broken by foreign objects. Use only PIKO smoke fluid to preserve the life of the smoke generator.
There is no harm in leaving smoke fluid in the smoke generator or in letting the the loco run without fluid in the smoke generator.
The steam generator can be switched on and off via a switch in the bottom of the tender.

Technical Data

Power Supply
The model should only be operated on a pure, filtered DC power supply of 0 to 24 volts, with a capacity of 2 – 5 Amp and a fast-acting fuse or circuit breaker to protect against short circuits. Do not use a power supply which is not in safe and perfect working condition. (See “Digital Decoder” instruction for operation on digital power.)

Drive System
The model contains 2 high capacity motors, that are connected through robust gearing to 4 axles.

Lighting
The model is equipped with an automatic directional headlight, using white LEDs for a realistic appearance. The “front” lights are illuminated according to the travel direction.

Maintenance

Lubrication
After each 25 hours of operation, and after any long periods of storage, please lubricate the locomotive‘s gears with a sparing amount of plastic- compatible, nonhardening grease (e. g. Lubricating Grease PIKO no. 36216).

Cleaning
If cleaning is necessary, use only a mild cleaning agent (such as soap and water) and gentle action with a soft non-abrasive cloth or brush. Never immerse the loco in liquid or “flood” any internal parts!

Normal Wear Items
Electrical pick-up shoes, wheel wipers and traction tires will wear with use and should be replaced as needed.

Safety Instruction

Please Note! Damage to Carpets and Other Surfaces: Normal operation of the locomotive causes wear of mechanical parts (wheels, electrical pickups etc.). This produces carbonized dust, grease and oil, which can permanently stain carpets, wood floors and other materials. It is the user’s responsibility to take proper precautions against this damage. Wipe any grease or oil from the track rails with a clean soft cloth. PIKO Spielwaren GmbH, as well as its representatives, distributors and retailers, assume no liability for any such damage.

Please Note!
Important Safety Precautions

Check the power supply regularly for any damage or problems.
Do not use a malfunctioning or damaged power supply!
This model must only be operated with one power source per circuit!
This product is not a toy, not suitable for personnel under 14 years of age. This product has small parts, sharp parts, and moving parts.
This model must only be operated with a safety-assured power supply with the identification!
The power supply is not a toy!
Disconnect the model from the power supply before cleaning or servicing!
Do not insert the track power connecting wires into household “mains” voltage outlets.

Service instructions

Service Instructions

Fittings

Wirning

Plug board

Plug Board

Configuration:

1	freely available
2	Ground Reed contact (GND)*
3	Reed contact 1*
4	Reed contact 2*
IL	Interior light
DF	Steam
L	Light (LV light front / LH light rear)
+	permanent +
S1	Track contact 1
S2	Track contact 2
M1	Motor contact 1
M2	Motor contact 2

Cable colors:

Gray Track	contact 1
White Track	contact 2
Blue Motor	contact 1
Red Motor	contact 2
Black	permanent + (common +)
Yellow	Front light LED
Brown	Back light LED
Purple	interior light
Green	Steam and fire box light
Yellow-Black	Function contact 1
Orange-Black	Function contact 2 (GND Reed contact)*
Brown-White	Function contact 3 (Reed contact 1)*
Red-White	Function contact 4 (Reed contact 2)*

digital (at analog free to choose)

connected in tender only ( M1 M2** )

Switching the sound and steam functions at the tender

Switching

Open the tender body

Open The Tender Body

Wiring scheme

Wiring Scheme

PIKO SERVICE

Belgien
PIKO Spielwaren GmbH
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B9840 De Pinte
Tel.: 0032 475 211790
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Hong Kong
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Italien
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PIKO Spielwaren GmbH
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I – 20843 VERANO BRIANZA MB
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China
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Art Distribution Ltd.
Xintang Road, ChaoLang
Industrial Estate, ChaShan Town
523392 DongGuan City/ P.R. China
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Fax: 0769-81866861
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Niederlande
PIKO Spielwaren GmbH
Lutherstraße 30
D – 96515 Sonneberg, Germany
Tel.: +49 3675 89 72 42
Fax: +49 3675 89 72 50
e-mail: hotline@piko.de
www.piko.de

USA & Kanada
PIKO America LLC
4610 Alvarado Canyon Rd., Suite 5
San Diego CA 92120
Tel.: 619 – 280-2800
Toll-Free 1-877-678-4449
Fax: 619 – 280-2843
e-mail: support@piko-america.com
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PIKO Spielwaren GmbH
Lutherstraße 30 · 96515 Sonneberg, Germany
Tel.: +49 36 75 89 72 55
e-mail: hotline@piko.de
www.piko.de
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