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GG-1fan posted:

This one particular switch has some type of electrical problem that causes it to reverse from its intended route for any engine that I use, causing a derailment.  As soon as the engine enters the switch that is routed to the curve portion, it derails when the switch automatically goes back to the straight route.  This had happened in the past, and I disconnected the constant voltage plug and just stopped the train to use track voltage and then restarted the train.  Afterwards, I reconnected the constant voltage plug, and for several months there was no problem until today when it reverted back to the same phenomenon.  Of course, I can change the switch; but my question goes to the cause of this problem, especially if it is remedial and I can save the switch.  Thanks.

Remove the bottom of the switch... Sometimes one of the solder joints is broken...

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