LGB Decoder Fitting Guides - Stainz

Step 1: Removing the Body

First, we need to separate the main body, from the chassis, containing the motor, gearbox, wheels and connecting rods.

6 screws need to be removed, the first two keep the small rod at the side affixed to the red chassis plate by way of a black bracket. One small screw holds each in place on each side. The remaining 4 screws are larger, and are located at the front and rear, where the couplings attach. These are easily visible at the front of the loco where there is no hook on the coupler, but at the rear, the hook bar will need to be moved to one side to allow the screws to be visible from behind the spring.

Now the main body is only connected to the chassis by the wires that provide power to the motor, and from the electrical pick-ups on the wheels / shoes. So, lifting the body of the chassis is simply a case of holding the wheels, and easing the body off. Giving the body a little shake as you do so will free the body a little easier.

Placing the body on it's side, the connector going to the chassis can be prised off, either with your fingers, or the help of a small flat headed screwdriver.

We now have the chassis on it's own. This doesn't need to be touched until reassembly, so place it, together with the 6 screws to one side.