Operating Your Stationary Live Steam Engine
1. Introduction
Carefully read through the following instructions for use before
using this stationary live steam engine for the first time. Familiarize
yourself with the individual operating steps. First practice the
necessary steps without fuel for operating this stationary live
steam engine. Always keep in mind the safety information on the
enclosed information sheet!
Stationary live steam engines are one of the most famous products from
the almost 150 year old history of the Märklin Company. In the past fans
of this form of propulsion have wished again and again these technical
masterpieces would be produced again. After a "pause in production" of
several decades Märklin has therefore decided to offer one of the most
popular versions of the stationary live steam engine again under item
number 16051.
This model has been designed for the most part in the same manner as
the original version. There have been a few changes to meet current safety
regulations.
During operation this live steam engine will be subject to discoloration,
changes in the surfaces of the unit and deposits at different locations on
the unit. These changes cannot be avoided and are irreversible. These
changes do not represent a defect in the construction or finish of the unit
and are therefore not covered by the warranty. You should not operate this
live steam engine if you want to keep it in pristine condition.
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2. Operating Your Stationary Live Steam Engine
for the First Time
Requirement:
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Stationary steam engines require a great deal of oxygen as a normal
part of their operation. For that reason this steam engine must only be
used in an open area. This stationary steam engine should not however
be left out in the rain.
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The stationary steam engine must be operated on a non-flammable,
sturdy surface.
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Have the appropriate emergency aid materials ready for an emergency
(fire extinguisher, pail with water, fire extinguishing blanket).
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Always use appropriate protective gloves, safety glasses, non-flammable
clothing.
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Do not leave the stationary steam engine until it has completely cooled off.
Required Parts to Operate Your Stationary Steam Engine
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16051 stationary steam engine.
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Water mixture of 95 % distilled water and 5 % tap water.
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Denatured Alcohol.
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Safety equipment consisting of safety glasses, protective gloves, non-
flammable clothing, fire extinguisher, pail (min. 10 liters or 2-3 gallons)
filled with cold tap water, fire extinguishing blanket.
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Superheated steam oil and 7149 lubricating oil.