I tried to run my Lionel Legacy Southern GP30 (item number 6-82141) and it just tripped the circuit breaker. Last night I opened it up in hopes of finding a loose wire or something but immediately recognized the smell of burnt electronic components. After visually inspecting the wiring and boards. I discovered a four pin device with brown burn areas on the smaller board that stands up next to the front motor. I has numerous wires connected to it but is not attached to the larger horizontal board. I could not find any identifying numbers on the board.
Any one know what this board does and is it replaceable? If it is replaceable, is there some reason the device failed that might be traced to other components boards?
I appreciate any help.
Thanks,
Don