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Lionel Fastrack Switch Problem

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Lionel Fastrack Switch Problem
Posted by shylo on Saturday, November 10, 2018 9:22 AM

I have a 30' by 24' fastrack oval with numerous 0-72 command control fastrack switches. A couple of the switches throw themselves occasionally when the train is running which sends the train into a siding or derails it. I don't know what causes this. It is sporadic.I use lionel legacy and Lion Chief throttles. Any insight in to what is going on would be appreciated.  Shylo

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Posted by 8ntruck on Monday, November 12, 2018 6:02 PM

I've noticed that 'bugs' happen more often with the Lionel electronics when the track and wheels are dirty. 

The bugs I see are occasional whistles, bells, and announcements that sound without being triggered.  I don't know if this could affect the switches or not.

By the way, welcome to the froum.  A lot of good, knowledgeable folks here.  Somebody else out there has probably seen this issue as well.

Good luck.

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