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To increase the volume on your Lionel engine, adjust the volume control knob on the bottom of the chassis clockwise. Also, check the connector to the speaker to ensure it is properly connected.
What to do if Lionel Engine has no sound but lights are on?
If your Lionel engine has no sound but the lights are on and it moves, check the volume pot on your tender. Turn it fully clockwise for maximum volume.
What to do if none of the lights are on Lionel Engine?
To resolve the issue of no lights on your Lionel engine, consider the same reasons as when only one light is out. Check if the engine is getting power by verifying voltage on the track or moving the engine a few feet.
Why won't my Lionel 255 Engine move after applying power?
If your Lionel engine starts up with lights and sound but won't move when you apply power to the track, lower the track voltage and then raise it again. If you quickly apply greater than 9VDC, the engine will remain stationary. Lowering it below 9VDC and then raising it will initiate movement.
Why does my Lionel 255 crackle when using Doppler?
To address the crackling sound and fading engine sounds when running Doppler on your Lionel engine, check for any screws or material lodged in the underside of the engine. If this is normal, press the F21 button again to turn Doppler off and restore normal engine sounds.
Why does my Lionel 255 hesitate at slow speeds?
To resolve the issue of your Lionel engine hesitating at slow speeds, lubricate it following the lubrication instructions. New engines may require some running time to break in after lubrication. Be patient and allow it to run for a bit; it should improve shortly after lubrication and running.
How to fix distorted sounds on Lionel 255 Engine?
To fix the distorted sounds, especially when the horn or bell is activated on your Lionel Proto-Sound ® 3.0 engine, turn the volume control knob on the bottom of the chassis counter-clockwise to reduce the volume.
What to do if Lionel 255 won't start after pressing Direction button?
If the Lionel engine will not start after you press the Direction button, you may not be sending enough power to the track to power the engine. Rotate the throttle clockwise to increase track power.
Why only headlight comes on Lionel 255 Engine?
This is normal behavior for the Lionel Engine. The super capacitors are charging and this will take between 1-20 seconds.
Why won't Lionel 255 Engine run when first turned on?
This is normal behavior for the Lionel Engine. To prevent accidental high-speed start-ups, Proto-Sound ® 3.0 is programmed to start up in neutral anytime track power has been turned off for several seconds.
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