Why does my train set not work, only the light goes on?
351923
I suspect something is wrong with the transformer. Take it to a hobby shop or a knowledgeable person in electronics. My set did not work because some of the wires on the engine were burnt. After replacing them, the set works like a charm. It's a shame the company does not make that set anymore.
351924
If it is like two of the four I bought the problem is the wheels lock up on the Santa Engine.. I bought a Santa Engine on ebay and the rest of the train works great.. The lights will come on but the train will not move..
351925
Make sure that all of the brushes between the wheels of the tender are making solid contact with the track. If any of them have an uneven contact surface, you can remove them with small pliers, then lightly file down the surface so it's flat again, and reinsert it into place. Then make sure the track is clean. If you're absolutely sure there are no apparent connection problems, then I would proceed with consulting a hobby shop or someone who is good with electronics, as Juan suggests. Unfortunately, New Bright has abandoned this product and its owners, so we're entirely on our own.
338857
Make Shute that the batteries are installed correctly and if that does not work try another set from a different manufacturer
2237902
No. My lights all work. I think I would send it back and have A Amazon send you another.
401444
Mine does the same thing and it works perfectly - my suggestion is don't worry about the lights - also, sometimes you have to give the system time to change so don't be in a big rush - good luck, I really like it.
1917330
I would make sure the bulb is connected. Otherwise, it should just turn on. If not, I would send it back. :)
1435686
Ensure that the black rocker switch is on. Mine was initially in the off position.
360867
Am having the same problem I brought 18 light only 8 working I can't get d rest to work
2094832
Make sure you didn't get so much grease on that the two parts no longer make electrical contact. Try wiping the grease off the threads and the end of the part with the light so it makes a good contact.
1897671
Make sure the bulbs are in correctly if that don't work the unit may be defective good luck
2058749
These lights only work when there is little to no light. Try placing the light in a socket that is located in a room with no windows (ie. powder room or small bathroom). After plugging the light into the socket, turn off the light and the nightlight should come on. If that does not work then I would say you have faulty lights and need to return or replace them. Hope this helps.
238529
As a train collector my advise would be to find a local train shop to have it repaired. This is not an unusual problem but also not an easy repair. There is a locking pin that has probably broken off and a replacement is simple by a qualified repair person. Not a great DYI project.
986455
the electric motor is burned out or its related plastic gears are locked up. It would require electronics & soldering knowledge to fix. I fixed one one battery train that had a similar problem, in which a wire came loose from the electrical motor and had to be soldered back on.
1034221
Check to verify the circuit has power and if it does, replace the entire light. Reminder: The photo cell will only turn the light on at night and then only after a time delay and a functioning ballast. (Ballast is probably the problem and most easily fixed by replacement of the entire light. Save the photo cell as a spare.)
691694
You need the AC power transformer and the track clip that the transformer and controller plug into. If the set you bought doesn't have them, you can find them on E-bay but be prepared to pay A LOT. From what I can gather, New Bright no longer provides any parts or support of any kind for this product. I wish you the best of luck in getting the train running again.
1109932
Start with calling the manufacture and see if they can send you a new battery and a new adaptor. If neither of those work, then exchange it for a new set.
1772609
Touch one of the red wires to the battery's POSITIVE terminal, and touch the other wire to the NEGATIVE terminal. If the light doesn't come on, switch the wires and see if that works. If it still doesn't come on, send the lights back and get your money back.
1123522
Sounds like internal wiring issue inside the lamp itself. Make sure your connection has good ground. I'd try powering the lights with a separate pwr source, if they still don't work return for warranty.