Genesis F-Series Owner's manual

Brand: Genesis

Model: F-Series

Type: Owner's manual

Genesis F-Series Locomotives are considered by many in the hobby to be the finest F units

ever produced, in any scale. They utilize the renowned “Highliners” body whose

contours, dimensions, and details are precisely accurate, down to the last rivet. Its

unique modular body design allows for the exact duplication of models and phases,

from the F-2 through the F-9. Athearn has capitalized on this versatility and each loco-

motive is extensively researched to ensure accuracy of body configuration, optional

equipment, road numbers, paint schemes, and lettering styles. Custom details are

often required, and are painstakingly recreated to achieve a level of authenticity

previously unknown in the hobby. The result is a highly sophisticated museum

quality model. With careful handling and periodic service, your Genesis F

units will provide years of enjoyment and reliable service. Be advised, how-

ever, that only skilled modelers should attempt to repair or perform the mainte-

nance procedures outlined herein.

To Remove the body:

Unscrew and remove the front coupler (A-unit only). Hold the loco-

motive as illustrated with the thumbs placed to avoid contact with delicate

details such as fans and lift rings. Slide the nails of the middle fingers between t h e fuel

tank and skirt. Spread the body outward, away from the chassis, while gently shaking the loco with a vertical

motion, until the chassis slips free of its retainers Rotate the body forward, and hold in a vertical position. Using tweezers, grip

the headlight wire leads forward of the cab interior. Gently pull the excess wire forward through the cab interior until sufficient

lenght is attained to allow the body to be rested alongside the chassis.

To Replace a Headlight:

Note: Use only 1.5 volt, 12-15 m.a. bulbs as replacements. Remove the wire locks and disconnect the bulb wires from

the circuit board. Using tweezers, gently pull the wire leads forward, through and out of the cab interior.

Single Bulb Headlights: Hold the body inverted in the palm with the thumb and fingers placed to avoid contact with deli-

cate details. Using small, serrated jaw, needle-nose pliers, grip the sides of the headlight housing. Apply a gentle but firm rock-

ing motion, together with a side-to-side, rotary motion with the firmly gripped pliers to dislodge and remove the headlight hous-

ing. The bulb is secured in the housing with non-permanent glue. Grip the leads near the bulb and use a wiggle and pulling

motion to loosen and remove it. Should the bulb break, push it through the housing with a small drill or a toothpick. Relocate

the housing in the body, with the tab pointed downward, and press it firmly in place. Slip the replacement bulb into the housing.

Looking directly into the headlight, slowly slide the bulb fore and aft until the reflector appears the brightest. Secure the bulb to

the housing with a non-permanent adhesive like “Movable Minatures Glue” or the equivalent. Allow the adhesive to cure before

remounting the body.

Dual Bulb Headlights: Using tweezers, grasp the wire leads directly behind the bulb. Gently wiggle and pull to dislodge

and remove the bulb. If the bulb breaks, it will be necessary to remove the headlight “glass”. Working outside of the body, care-

fully insert the tip of a very sharp #11 knife blade between the body and the glass. Carefully (gently) pry-out the glass. Push

the bulb fragment out of the housing with a small drill or toothpick. Install the replacement bulb. Position the bulb so that only

the spherical portion protrudes forward of the headlight housing detail. Cement the bulb to the inside face of the housing with

a non-permanent adhesive like “Movable Minatures Glue”. Thinly coat the headlight recess with “Pacer 560 Canopy Glue” and

re-install the glass, with the tapered edge of the glass toward the inside of the headlight opening. Allow the adhesives to cure

before remounting the body.

To Remove the Circuit Board:

Slide-off all wire locks and disconnect all wires. Insert a very small, flat screwdriver into the half-hole adjacent to a

retainer clip. Pry upward on the circuit board until it releases. If installing D.C.C., mount the replacement board and rewire as per

the manufacturer’s instructions.

To Remount the Body:

Twist the pair(s) of headlight wires together and lay the body alongside the chassis. Using tweezers, feed the headlight

wires through the cab interior. Reconnect the wires to the circuit board and install the wire locks. Hold the body vertically, nose

down, near the front of the chassis, carefully pull the excess wire leads through the the cab interior until a minimum of wire

remains between the cab interior and body. Neatly arrange the excess wire above the circuit board to avoid potential interfer-

ence with the body. Position the body on the chassis. Gently push the body straight down on the chassis until the retainers

snap into place. Remount the front coupler (A-unit).

Lubrication:

Should erratic and/or noisy operation occur that cannot be attributed to dirty wheels or track, lubrication may be nec-

essary. Because thorough lubrication requires some disassembly of the chassis and drive line, it is strongly advised that only

advanced modelers with mechanical skills attempt to do so. Less skilled modelers are encouraged to consult with their dealers

for servicing options.

• Owner’s Guide •

Diesel Locomotives

BODY RETAINER CLIP

"A" UNIT SET-G19202

"B" UNIT SET-G19203

WORM ASSEMBLY- G19251

INCLUDES:

WORM HOUSING

WORM AND SHAFT

BEARINGS (2)

THRUST WASHERS (2)

COUPLING

MOTOR ASSEMBLY- G19250

INCLUDES:

MOTOR

FLYWHEELS (2)

MOTOR MOUNTS (2)

SCREWS (2)

CIRCUIT BOARD

G63840

UNDERFRAME

"A" UNIT BLACK- G19210

SILVER- G19211

U.P. GREY- G19212

"B" UNIT BLACK- G19220

SILVER- G19221

U.P. GREY- G19222

GEAR BOX ASSEMBLY- G19253

INCLUDES:

GEAR BOX HALF- MALE

GEAR BOX HALF- FEMALE

IDLER GEARS (4)

COVER PLATE

SCREWS (2)

SIDEFRAME ASSEMBLY

BLACK- G19240

SILVER- G19241

U.P. GREY- G19242

INCLUDES:

SIDEFRAME W/DETAILS

BEARING PLATE

WIRE LOCK

WIRE

COUPLER BOX

G19258

FUEL TANK

G19205

SCREW

99007

WIRE

G19261

IDLER GEAR

G19256

SCREW

G63847

WHEEL ASSEMBLY

G19254

AXLE GEAR

G19255

COVER PLATE

COUPLER-

CAB INTERIOR KIT

G19201

THRUST WASHER

G63844

WORM HOUSING

G19262

COUPLING

G19257

DRIVE SHAFT

G19252

WIRE LOCK SET

G19260

REFLECTOR HEADLIGHT

HOUSING- LARGE

VERTICAL

"GYRALIGHT"

REFLECTOR HEADLIGHT

HOUSING- SMALL

DUAL SEALED-BEAM-

HORIZONTAL

"GLASS"

BULB: 1.5 VOLT/12-15 mA

CLEAR- G63843

RED- G19259

WORM AND SHAFT

G19263

BEARING

40052

POWER TRUCK ASSEMBLY

COMPLETE: W/WIRES

BLACK- G19230

SILVER- G19231

U.P. GREY- G19232

POWERED MECHANISM

"A" UNIT- G3300

"B" UNIT- G3301

INCLUDES:

CAB INTERIOR ("A" UNIT)

BODY RETAINER CLIPS (SET)

GEARBOX HALF

FEMALE

GEARBOX HALF

MALE

BEARING PLATE

SIDEFRAME

SCREW

G63846

BACHMAN E-Z MATE

BODY

For parts availability and prices,

e-mail: parts@athearn.com; use

the customer service link on

the website at www.athearn.com,

or write to:

Athearn Inc.

1550 Glenn Curtiss

Carson CA 90746

Note: Body kits and all

body related parts are

manufactured by:

Highliners

P.O. Box 22435

San Diego, CA 92122

and are available through

your dealer.

SHEET

G19270

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Genesis F-Series Owner's manual

Genesis F-Series Owner's manual

Genesis F-Series Owner's manual

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