I recently purchaed an ez-track turnoff track and connected it to my existing Bachmann set. I made all the connections as per instructions, however, when I connected the track, the train does not run. Interesting that if I connect any two of the three parts of the turnoff track to the others tracks, I still get power and the train works. When I do connect that third part, no power. Any idea why this may be happening?
Thanks
Dear m,
Are there any other switches on the layout?
Have fun!
the Bach-man
No, there are no other switches. Any help you can provide would be appreciated. Thanks
It sounds like a loose rail joiner. When you connect the third leg, you might be just moving a loose joint. Be sure all your joiners are tight.
Bo
I completely took apart my set rail by rail. I then started with the turnout track and added rail pieces. After I added a piece, I tested the power and all worked fine. Until I added a final piece to complete the circuit. At that there was no longer any power to the train. I thought it might be a problem with the turnout track, so I tried another turnout track and have the same problem. I just don't understand why this is happening. Has anyone else experienced this or similar problem?
Thanks
Does the loop come back on itself? The diverting route cannot create a 'reverse loop' without having insulated rail joiners and a controller.