My son has loved trains forever and finally for his 13th birthday last week he got a Bachmann EZ-Track Pacific Flyer set (HO). Both he and I (his father) are new to model trains. When we set it up, we were not able to get the thing operational. I have searched the internet and found a few helpful videos and done some troubleshooting, but we are stuck! Here is what I have tried so far.
1. With a multimeter, I have verified the AC/DC wall adapter is working and there is current (17 V output).
2. With a 9V battery, I tested the train engine and it worked. I also used a 9V battery with the engine on the tracks, and it took worked.
3. When I plug the adapter into the control box, there is a red light that is illuminated. I do not know how to test the output thought the control box, or what to look for when I unscrew the back of it.
4. The red wires that connect between the track and control box seem to be fine on inspection. Again, I have no way of knowing it is or is not carrying a current.
He bought the set new online. We live more than 1 hour away from the nearest model train place. Any tips/tricks or things to try to make the set work for my son would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!
1. With a multimeter, I have verified the AC/DC wall adapter is working and there is current (17 V output).
2. With a 9V battery, I tested the train engine and it worked. I also used a 9V battery with the engine on the tracks, and it took worked.
3. When I plug the adapter into the control box, there is a red light that is illuminated. I do not know how to test the output thought the control box, or what to look for when I unscrew the back of it.
4. The red wires that connect between the track and control box seem to be fine on inspection. Again, I have no way of knowing it is or is not carrying a current.
He bought the set new online. We live more than 1 hour away from the nearest model train place. Any tips/tricks or things to try to make the set work for my son would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!