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I'm looking for either instructions or preferably a video on disassembly and repair of a Lionel "Z" type transformer.  I would have thought I could find something doing an internet and You Tube search but nothing comes up.  The transformer itself seems to be in pretty nice condition but needs a new power cord.  I can't quite figure out how to separate the top and bottom to access the internals.  I removed the screws underneath and the control knobs but don't want to force anything else.  Once I can get a power cord on it I can then see what else might need repair or restoration.

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You need to remove the nameplate to access screws holding the two top and bottom casings together. The nameplate is held on with either hex head screws or drive screws. I suggest you get the service documents available.

Additionally, while open the unit is open, you should check and replace the carbon rollers.

Licensed/Legal sources for service documents:

Prewar:

Book Publication: Greenberg's Guide to Lionel Prewar Parts & Instruction Sheets

Digital Publication: Olsen's Toy Train Parts has many digital CDs

Postwar:

Online: The LCCA/HSL Digital Archive is available to LCCA Members for free and covers all Lionel postwar items.

Book Publication: Greenberg's Repair and Operating Manual for Lionel Trains, 1945–1969

Digital Publication: Olsen's Toy Train Parts has many digital CDs

MPC/Modern Era:

Online: Lionel - https://www.lionelsupport.com/service-documents/ Product Supplements 1-47 (External Index: https://ogrr.bigdigiman.com/li...supplementindex.html )

Book Publication: Greenberg's Lionel Modern Era Diagrams and Parts Lists (Covers through ~1991)

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