Installation (NOTE: This product can be installed into virtually any locomotive or train car. These instructions will follow my installation of the kit into my RMT 'Beep' locomotive. Simply apply these basic steps to your train.

1. Start by removing the shell from your locomotive. Follow the instructions included with the product. In my case, I simply popped the single tab off on each side of the 'Beep' to remove the shell.

STEP 2

2. Find your desired location to install the flashing LED. I chose the center of the cab roof and used chalk lines to establish the exact center.

STEP 3

3. Using a 1/8" drill bit, drill a hole completely through the location. You may need to trim some of the plastic burs off the inside of the hole with sandpaper. Proceed with care! This is an irreversible process!

STEP 4

4. Feed the LED through the newly made hole from the inside. A drop of superglue or some electrical tape may be used to secure the LED in place. Remove the green backing from the supply board to expose the adhesive. Be careful not to touch the adhesive as it will reduce the sticking ability. Scout out a location under the shell to place the power supply board. Be cautious to your placement as you will need at least 1 inch of clearance for the components. Press the board carefully into place. (NOTE: The product in the picture is a prototype. The LED is not connected to a board. It is simply attached to the wires. This allows more versatile placement than my prototype.)

STEP 5

5. Now you need to connect the wires to a power source in your locomotive. This would be the wires that come into the shell from the trucks (wheels). Connect one wire from the power supply board to one of the incoming power wires from the wheels. Repeat for the second wire. If you're using AC power, it does not matter which wire connects to which. The power supply board will convert the AC to DC either way. For my Beep loco, I chose to connect to the motor lugs. This way, the LED will only flash when the locomotive is moving.

STEP 6

6. And now for the moment of truth! Place the locomotive on your track and keep the shell loose. Apply power to the locomotive; the LED should begin to flash in about 1 sec. and continue flashing. If successful, re-attach the roof shell and enjoy! If the LED will not flash, check for a loose connection and be sure you have applied at least 8 volts AC. The LED flashing unit can be checked for proper function using a 9v battery.

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