Lionel Transformer KW 190 Watts- Refurbished & Tested

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This serviced LIONEL Train Transformer was the second strongest transformer produced by them. It is “LIONEL TRAINmaster Transformer” Type KW with 190 Watts, 115 Volts & 60 Cycles and was produced from 1957 to 1965. As stated in the Greenberg’s Repair & Operating Manual, TYPE “KW” transformers manufactured since 1957 were made with riveted lamination stacks. This is one of those unit that have the riveted lamination. This unit can operate 2 train setups with plenty of power and have the power needed for any accessories used. When plugged in, it doesn’t make the normal humming sound for this type of transformer. It is very quiet. The “A” & “B” control handles along with the directional button work independently of each other but the whistle lever is shared along with the circuit breaker function. The case has no cracks. But it has some minor scratches from over the years of usage. It still has its original power cord which is very flexible & doesn’t show any cracks or dry spots. This unit was fully taken apart & serviced. What was done was replacing the 2 carbon rollers & pins with New ones, Upgrading the circuit breaker with a New sealed 10 Amp Thermal Automatic reset Circuit Breaker, Upgraded the old rectifier disk by replacing it with a New 16 Amp Stud Diode, New Binding Post for Terminal ‘C’, New “A” & “B” repro caps with New read more

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