I posted this else where in the forum but figured since it is an electrical problem maybe it should go here.
I have been out of the train seen for about 6 yrs now until these past few months. I ran n.ho,and o scale.
I'm back into it with o gauge. Mainly Lionel. I'm working on setting it up in my man cave with a Jimmy Buffet/LandShark beer theme. I purchased a set that was from around 76. It came with no transformer. I purchased one of the newer style that run at 40volts I believe. Well this didn't have enough power for my current layout and I know once I run the length of the room there is no way it will do it. So I purchased a train master 115volt model. Well it needed a new cord so I purchased one and soldered it in. Finally to my questions! 1. Is it possible to put this cord in wrong? 2. I have the 'u' wire going to center rail and 'a' wire going to outside rail. Is this correct?
The reason I ask about the cord is the transformer will not turn the train on. The transformer hums but nothing happens when I give it throttle. Could it be I bought a lemon?
Thanks for any help you can give
Post your question on the Classic Toy train forums. I do know the "u" wire is for he outside rail and "a" wire is the cinter rail. On a simple loop this will not effect operation.
Thank you. Trying to get the hang of this forum but loving it.