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Compatibility
This engine will operate on any traditional
O-54 Gauge track system, including
M.T.H.'s RealTrax
traditional tubular track. It is also compatible
with most standard AC transformers. (See
page 22 for a complete list of compatible
transformers and wiring instructions.)
PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE
Premier GG-1
Electric Engine
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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- Page 1 Premier GG-1 Electric Engine OPERATOR’S MANUAL Compatibility This engine will operate on any traditional O-54 Gauge track system, including ® ™ M.T.H.’s RealTrax or ScaleTrax traditional tubular track. It is also compatible with most standard AC transformers. (See page 22 for a complete list of compatible transformers and wiring instructions.)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Set Up Checklis t....................3 Lubrication.....................3 Checking The Battery................3 Basic Operation ....................4 Activating Features................4 Automatic Operating Pantograghs............5 Classification/Marker Lights..............7 Smoke Unit....................7 Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions............8 Activating Proto-Sound 2.0 Conventional Mode Features....8 Freight Yard Sounds (FYS)..............9 Proto-Coupler®... -
Page 3: Set Up Checklist
"Self-Charging Battery Back-Up" on page 16. WARNING: The Automatic Operating Pantographs must be unlatched before power is applied to the engine. See figure 2. Figure 2 Premier GG-1 Locomotive... -
Page 4: Basic Operation
Cycle Phases cycle neutral-forward-neutral-reverse with each press and release of the direction Neutral button. The engine is programmed to Reverse Forward restart in neutral each time the track voltage is turned off for 25 seconds or Neutral more. Premier GG-1 Locomotive... -
Page 5: Automatic Operating Pantographs
To insure good conductivity of the pantograph, the blackening on the top of the contact slide should be removed. This can accomplished by running the engine while using the pickup rollers with the pantographs raised or by using a track cleaning pad. Figure 4 Premier GG-1 Locomotive... - Page 6 FPR – This plays the Pressure Release sound. The Pressure Release sound is timed to run with the smoke unit and will run at a random duration each time this softkey is pressed MAN – This selects Manual mode for operating the pantographs. See the F and R descriptions below Premier GG-1 Locomotive...
- Page 7 If you are using the pantographs for picking up power from an operating overhead centenary system in lieu of track power through the center rail pickup rollers, be sure that at least one of the pantographs is in contact with the cantenary at all times. If both Premier GG-1 Locomotive...
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Page 8: Classification/Marker Lights
Smoke Unit Your MTH Premier GG-1 is equipped with a smoke unit to simulate steam exhaust from the onboard steam generator used for heating the passenger cars. After START UP there is a burst of steam and the sound of the boiler being lighted. -
Page 9: Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions
Timing Chart Press Press Press ½ Sec. ½ Sec. Pause Pause Horn Bell Bell Short & Short & Short & Firm Firm Firm ½ Total Time Lapse: 1 Seconds Premier GG-1 Locomotive... -
Page 10: Freight Yard Sounds (Fys)
Once the bell turns off, the operator regains control of the transformer's bell and Horn buttons and can ring the bell or blow the Horn as usual. Premier GG-1 Locomotive... -
Page 11: Proto-Coupler® Operation
Horn button, allowing approximately ½ second to lapse between each quick button press. The sound of the liftbar and air line depletion will play, and the knuckle will be released. Fire Bell Horn Horn Horn Rear Coupler Premier GG-1 Locomotive... -
Page 12: Speed Control
Each time you shut down the engine completely, it will automatically turn speed control on. Speed Control Place Two Horn Blasts Horn Bell Bell Engine into ( i n dicates change is made) Neutral Repeat to Return to Normal Condition Premier GG-1 Locomotive... -
Page 13: 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. Premier GG-1 Locomotive... -
Page 14: Maintenance
(in the truck block) with grease. 4. Reassemble the truck and motor, being careful not to pinch any wires between the truck block and motor mount. 5. Be sure to unlook the Pantographs before applying Power to the locomotive. Premier GG-1 Locomotive... -
Page 15: Cleaning The Wheels, Tires And Track
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. Premier GG-1 Locomotive... -
Page 16: Traction Tire Replacement Instructions
6. Be sure to unlock the Pantographs before applying power to the engine. One set of replacement tires is packaged with your model. Additional sets are available directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department(order online: www.mth-railking.com, e-mail: parts@mth-railking.com; mail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532, FAX: 410-381-6122). Premier GG-1 Locomotive... -
Page 17: Headlight Replacement Instructions
15 minutes. Recharge: If the sounds are improved at the end of the 15-minute test charge, the battery charge has run down and can be recharged. There are a number of ways you can do this: Premier GG-1 Locomotive... - Page 18 M.T.H. Parts. A standard 9v alkaline battery can be substituted until your replacement arrives, but since alkaline batteries cannot be recharged, it will eventually wear down. Do NOT use a 6-cell 7.2v battery. Figure 10: Removing The Battery Premier GG-1 Locomotive...
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Page 19: Troubleshooting Proto-Sound® 2.0 Problems
Do NOT use oil. The coupler does not fire or stay The coupler needs to be cleaned. coupled. Wipe with denatured alcohol (not rubbing alcohol) and let dry. Premier GG-1 Locomotive... - Page 20 Because there are a limited number of sound clips available in each FYS sequence, it is probable that some of these sound clips will be repeated from time to time. Premier GG-1 Locomotive...
- Page 21 FYS cycle. of FYS after fourth press of the Wait at least 30 seconds in each FYS direction button. sound clip before pressing the direction button. Premier GG-1 Locomotive...
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Page 23: Transformer Compatibility And Wiring Chart
In addition, the chart details how the terminals on these transformers should be attached to your layout. Premier GG-1 Locomotive... -
Page 24: Additional Features Accessible With The Dcs Remote Control System
Direction Control Set Up-User can set initial individual start-up direction (start in forward or reverse) for double-heading operations • Locomotive Consist Set-up-User can determine locomotive values for consist make-ups, allowing multiple locomotives belonging to a consist to operate together Premier GG-1 Locomotive... -
Page 25: Service & Warranty Information
Service & Warranty Information How to Get Service Under the Terms of the Limited One-Year Warranty For warranty repair, follow the instructions below to obtain warranty service. First, e-mail, write, call or fax an Authorized M.T.H. Service Center in your area or M.T.H. Electric Trains to obtain Repair Authorization. - Page 26 Premier GG-1 Locomotive...
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