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Tinplate No. 392
Steam Locomotive
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
(3V PS-2)
Contemporary Version
Compatibility
This engine will operate on any traditional
42" STD Gauge track system, including
M.T.H.'s traditional tubular track. It is also
compatible with most standard AC
Freight Yard Sound
transformers. (See page 19 for a complete
list of compatible transformers and wiring
instructions.)
Passenger Station Announcement
PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE
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- Page 1 www.lionelcorporation.com Tinplate No. 392 Steam Locomotive OPERATOR’S MANUAL (3V PS-2) Contemporary Version Compatibility This engine will operate on any traditional 42” STD Gauge track system, including M.T.H.’s traditional tubular track. It is also compatible with most standard AC Freight Yard Sound transformers.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Set Up Checklist......................Lubrication...................... Priming The Smoke Unit................Checking The Battery..................Placing The Engine On The Track.............. 5 Coupling the Engine..................Basic Operation......................6 Activating Features..................Manual Volume Control................Proto-Sound® 2.0 Operating Instructions............. Activating Proto-Sound® 2.0 Conventional Mode Features....Freight Yard Sounds(FYS)/Passenger Station Announcements (PSA). -
Page 3: Set Up Checklist
Lubricate Pick Up Rollers (L) Lubricate Wheel Axles (L) Lubricate Wheel Axles (L) Lubrication Points on the Locomotive Lubricate Tender Wheels & Axles Lubricate Side Rods Lubricating The Side Rods and Linkage and tender wheels and axles Tinplate 392 Steam Locomotive... -
Page 4: Priming The Smoke Unit
If you notice that the sounds are garbled, test and charge the engine as described in the "Self-Charging Battery Back-Up" on page 14. Tinplate 392 Steam Locomotive... -
Page 5: Placing The Engine On The Track
Place the engine on the track, then connect the draw bar between the engine and tender. (shown below) At this point, you are ready to begin running your engine. Connect Draw Bar Here As Shown Connecting the draw bar Tinplate 392 Steam Locomotive... -
Page 6: Basic Operation
The engine is programmed to restart in neutral each time the track voltage is turned off for 25 seconds or more. Cycle Phases Neutral Reverse Forward Neutral Tinplate 392 Steam Locomotive... -
Page 7: Manual Volume Control
To adjust the volume of all sounds made by this engine, turn the master volume control knob located under the tender clockwise to increase the volume and counter-clockwise to decrease the volume. Proto-Sound 2.0 Volume Adjustment Knob Proto-Sound Manual Volume Adjustment Tinplate 392 Steam Locomotive... -
Page 8: Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions
FYS/PSA. The reverse unit is temporarily disabled so that the train will not move as you use the Direction button to trigger the sounds, and Proto-Sound 2.0 has disabled operator control over the Horn and Bell buttons until the full FYS/PSA sequence is complete. Tinplate 392 Steam Locomotive... -
Page 9: Freight Yard Sounds(Fys)/Passenger Station Announcements (Psa)
When speed control is off, the volume will drop to allow for better low voltage operation. Tinplate 392 Steam Locomotive... -
Page 10: Locking Locomotive Into A Direction
Squealing Brakes play any time the engine's speed decreases rapidly. Cab Chatter plays at random intervals when the engine idles in neutral. Engine Start-up and Shut-down sounds play when the engine is initially powered on or is powered off for five seconds or more Tinplate 392 Steam Locomotive... -
Page 11: Maintenance
Next remove the large knurled screws at each end of the pickup roller plate. Remove the pickup roller plate by lifting from the motor chassis. Remove Cotter Pin Remove the large knurled screws at each end of the pickup roller plate Tinplate 392 Steam Locomotive... -
Page 12: Removing The Boiler
Removing the boiler is easily accomplished by removing its mounting screws as indicated in the figures below. Once the screws have been removed, gently lift the boiler up and away from the chassis. Remove Screws Tinplate 392 Steam Locomotive... -
Page 13: Traction Tire Replacement Instructions
Thereafter, keep an eye on the track and clean it when it gets dirty to ensure good electrical contact and to lengthen the life of the tires. Tinplate 392 Steam Locomotive... -
Page 14: Headlight Replacement Instructions
(if your engine has a smoke unit, be sure it is turned off). -Use M.T.H.'s battery recharger (sold separately) that plugs into a wall outlet and a special port under the engine to recharge the battery overnight without leaving it on the track. Tinplate 392 Steam Locomotive... - Page 15 **Do not use alkaline batteries for testing or checking purposes for the 3-Volt PS2 boards. Using alkaline batteries will damage the 3-Volt battery charging circuit.** Once boiler is removed, you can access the battery. Battery port Battery Battery Location Tinplate 392 Steam Locomotive...
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Page 16: Protosmoke® Unit Operation
Replacement parts and wick replacement instructions are available directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department (Order online: www.mth-railking.com, e-mail: parts@mth-railking.com, Fax: 410-423-0009, Phone: 410-381-2500, Mail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532, ). Inspecting the Smoke Unit Wick Tinplate 392 Steam Locomotive... -
Page 17: Troubleshooting Proto-Sound 2.0 Problems
Direction" section to unlock the engine's direction. The engine won't lock into forward, neutral, Engine speed must be below 10 scale mph or reverse. (approx. 10 volts or less in conventional mode). Tinplate 392 Steam Locomotive... - Page 18 FYS/PSA will advance to the next the engine does not come out of FYS/PSA step in the FYS/PSA cycle. Wait at least 30 after fourth press of the direction button. seconds in each FYS/PSA sound clip before pressing the direction button. Tinplate 392 Steam Locomotive...
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Page 19: Transformer Compatibility And Wiring Chart
Standard Lionel SW Unknown 130-Watt Standard Lionel TW 8-18v 175-Watt Standard Lionel ZW A,B,C or D 8-20v 275-Watt Standard Lionel Post-War A,B,C or D Common 0-20v 135/190 Watt Electronic Celebration Series ZW * Conventional Mode Only Tinplate 392 Steam Locomotive... -
Page 20: Additional Features Accessible Of Dcs Remote Control System
User Can Query, Set and Operate Track and Accessory Interface Units for Programming Digital Command Operations for up to 250 Accessories and 250 Individual Switches User Can Script, Record and Playback Train Routes Operating instructions for all DCS Command features will accompany the DCS remote control equipment. Tinplate 392 Steam Locomotive... -
Page 21: Service & Warranty Information
Service & Warranty Information How to Get Service Under the Terms of the Limited One-Year Warranty When you suspect an item is defective, please check the operator's manual for standard operation and trouble- shooting techniques that may correct the problem. Additional information may be found on the M.T.H. Website. Should you still require service, follow the instructions below to obtain warranty service.
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