baja463
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As some of you know, I just acquired a Kato M2 set. This set includes LH and RH switches to provide a passing siding. After setting it all up, I've hit a switch problem.
Both switches work fine when there is nothing on the track. As soon as I try to run a loco, the set loses power completely when I throw either one of the switches from straight to curve. If I remove the loco, all works great. If I try to run a loco and throw a siding switch, the power goes off. I've tried different locos, but I get the same result. I've changed the position of the switches, same thing.
I'm used to Marklin HO trains and AC power, so it may be my lack of understanding about how trains run on DC power that has me scratching my head.
This is really wearing me out ... Can anyone help?
Both switches work fine when there is nothing on the track. As soon as I try to run a loco, the set loses power completely when I throw either one of the switches from straight to curve. If I remove the loco, all works great. If I try to run a loco and throw a siding switch, the power goes off. I've tried different locos, but I get the same result. I've changed the position of the switches, same thing.
I'm used to Marklin HO trains and AC power, so it may be my lack of understanding about how trains run on DC power that has me scratching my head.
This is really wearing me out ... Can anyone help?