PIKO 37513 Diesel Locomotive Instruction Manual

: June 1, 2024
: PIKO

Table of Contents

37513 Diesel Locomotive
Technical Features
Getting Started: Initial Operation Unpacking the Model
Technical Data Power Supply
Maintenance Lubrication
Important Safety Precautions
Assembly instructions
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Model building kits
References
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Instruction manual

PIKO 37513 Diesel Locomotive

Diesel lokomotive BR 218

37513 Diesel Locomotive

Dear PIKO garden railway friend
We are pleased that you have c hosena 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 diesel locomotive.
Your PIKO Team

The Prototype BR 218
The BR 218 is a four-axle diesel-hydraulic locomotive of the Deutsche Bahn that has served as the image of West German mainline diesel power for nearly five decades. It is the last member of the V 160 locomotive family and has incorporated numerous advancements of previous V 160 (BR 215 – 219) series like hydraulic dynamic brakes and a 2500 HP diesel engine that eliminates the need for an auxiliary engine for train heating. The BR 218 is used in both passenger and freight service and reaches a top speed of 140 kmh (87 mph).
The first twelve prototype locomotives were delivered in 1968 by Krupp to the Hagen-Eckesey and Regensburg locomotive terminals. Between 1971 and 1979, 398 production units were built by Krupp, Henschel, and Krauss-Maffei. Over the years the BR 218 has worn most DB paint schemes as well as special schemes like those worn by the 10 units working in CityBahn service on the Cologne – Gummersbach line or the DB Touristik-Zug.
The BR 218 has gradually been replaced by newer locomotives or self-propelled passenger trains. By 2004, the number of BR 218s on DB AG’s roster had fallen by more than half. With the delivery of the BR 245, their use has declined to the point that as of 2017, DB AG rostered only 106 units. At the same time, the number of private train operators from which DB AG rents locomotives on an as-needed basis has increased. Thanks to the number of privately owned BR218s, the variety of paint schemes has again increased
significantly.

The Model
The PIKO model of the BR 218 is a highly-detailed G-Scale model, constructed of weather-resistant materials for years of trouble-free outdoor use. The model incorporates the following features:

Technical Features

A powerful high-precision 5-pole motor in each truck, with protection against moisture intrusion
Reliable electrical pickup through 8 wheels
Further electrical reliability assured by 4 sliding pickup shoes, 2 in each gearbox.
Die-cast and precision-machined metal wheels
2 traction tyre
2 large weights for superb pulling power and low center of gravity
Directional LED lighting
Ready for easy installation of a PIKO digital decoder and sound unit
Speaker mounting enclosure built-in
Double buffers, changeable to single center buffers
LGB-compatible hook-and-loop couplers
Weather-resistant construction throughout for years of garden railway service
Length: 615 mm (2.02 ft.)
Weight: ca 4300 g (9.5 lb.)

Details

Finely profiled spoked wheels made of die-cast zinc with chrome-plated treads
Black colored wheels
Weather-resistant plastic body with numerous authentic details such as handrails, grills, and doors
Separately applied brakeman’s handrails on both ends
Accurately modeled cab windows
Correct black frames on windshields
Correct silver frames on cab side windows
“Smoked-glass“ windows on engine compartment
Separately applied windshield wipers.
Detailed cab interior and control stand with engineer figure
Removeable roof with detailed grills, vents and exhaust stacks
Authentic reproduction of truck details, such as journals, springs and suspension
Prototypical color scheme
Authentic and detailed markings

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.

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 at least 2 Amps 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” section for operation on digital power.)
Drive System
The locomotive’s two trucks each contain a robust gearbox with a powerful highprecision can-type motor driving all axles through a smooth gear drive.

Lighting
The model is equipped with automatic directional headlights, using white LEDs for a realistic appearance. The “front” lights are illuminated according to the travel direction.
Radius
The loco can run on a track with a minimum recommended radius of 600 mm (23.62‘’).
Accessories Digital Decoder
The model is prepared at the factory for use with the PIKO SmartDecoder XP 5.1 Art. No. #36500. After plugging in the decoder, the locomotive can be used on both digital and analog layouts.
Sound Module
The model of the BR 218 is factory prepared for the installation of the PIKO SmartDecoder XP 5.1 Sound #36535 with original BR 218 sound. The PIKO SmartDecoder XP 5.1 Sound #36535 comes with a full range speaker with waterproof membrane. After installation of the PIKO SmartDecoder XP5.1, the locomotive can be used with all its digital functions on digital layouts. When used on analog layouts, only the driving noise of the locomotive is reproduced.

Maintenance Lubrication

After each 25 hours of operation, and after any long periods of storage, please lubricate the loco‘s gears with a sparing amount of plastic-compatible, nonhardening grease. Remove the gearbox bottom cover and be careful to keep the front and rear wheelsets aligned with each other.
Be sure to securely re-tighten the gearbox bottom cover screws.

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! Wheel wipers and pick-up shoes should be changed after 500 hours of operation

Please Note!
Damage to Carpets and Other Surfaces: Normal operation of the loco 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.

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.

Assembly instructions

PIKO 37513 Diesel Locomotive - Fig 1 PIKO 37513
Diesel Locomotive - Fig 2

Remove the jumper plug carefully. Please take both hands to avoid tilting/bending of the contacts.
Plug the decoder onto the carrier board. Due to its design, it can only be attached in the right position.
However, please make sure that the contacts are not moved sideways.
If you switch back to analog, proceed in the opposite way.
Pay attention to the marking on the jumper plug/ carrier board (see pictures)

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PIKO 37513 Diesel Locomotive - Fig 5

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PIKO 37513 Diesel Locomotive - Fig 6

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PIKO 37513 Diesel Locomotive - Fig 7

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