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- Page 1 www.railking.com F-3 Diesel Freight Set Operation Manual Thank you for purchasing this RailKing product. PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Z-750: 21VAC 3.75A 75W; Z-1000: 14VAC 80W or 18VAC 100W This product may be protected by one or more of the following patents: 6,019,289; 6,280,278; 6,281,606; 6,291,263; 6,457,681; 6,491,263; 6,604,641; 6,619,594; 6,624,537; 6,655,640. ©2005, M.T.H. Electric Trains, Columbia, MD 21046 RailKing F3 Diesel Freight Set with Loco-Sound™... -
Page 3: Set Up Checklist
Set Up Checklist Set Up Checklist ® r Assemble RealTrax r Connect the transformer. r Lubricate the engine. r Place the engine and cars on the track and couple them together. r Apply power to run as described in the Basic Operation section of these instructions. -
Page 4: Getting Started
Getting Started ® Assembling RealTrax The quick connectors and built-in roadbed allow you to set up RealTrax anywhere, including carpeted surfaces. Knock-out must be removed STEP STEP Remove knock-out from STEP before remote lock-on can outer edge of track by be installed holding and twisting up Insert lock-on into... -
Page 5: Lubricating The Engine
Lubricating and Greasing the Engine Lubricate all exposed moving parts before operating using a multi-purpose, DO NOT DO NOT DO NOT plastic-compatible oil (available with M.T.H.'s Maintenance Kit, sold OVER OIL OVER OIL OVER OIL separately) or a light household oil. Follow the lubrication points. Lubricate Axles Lubricate Pick-Up Rollers Grease Gears... -
Page 6: Basic Operation
Basic Operation The Throttle knob controls how fast your train will travel. Turn the throttle knob up ½-way, until the engine and caboose lights shine bright. Put the engine into motion by pressing the Direction button on your transformer once. (hold it for approximately 1 second) If the engine does not begin to move as soon as you firmly press the Direction button, you may not have sent enough voltage to the track to make the train move. -
Page 7: Direction Lock
Direction Lock You can lock your engine into a direction (forward, neutral, or reverse) so that it will not change directions. To do this, put the engine into the direction you want or into neutral, to lock it into neutral, run it at a very slow crawl (as slowly as it will move without halting), and quickly but firmly tap the Whistle button once followed by three quick taps of the Bell button, allowing approximately ½... -
Page 8: Maintenance
Maintenance DO NOT DO NOT DO NOT OVER OIL OVER OIL OVER OIL Lubricating and Greasing Instructions The engine should be oiled and greased in order to run properly. Lubricate Axles Grease Gears Lubricate Pick-Up Rollers (Do Not Lube the Flat Part of Pick-Up Rollers) Regularly lubricate all axles and linkage components and pickup rollers to prevent squeaking. -
Page 9: Cleaning The Wheels, Tires And Track
Lubricate the outside truck block idler and STEP drive gears with grease occasionally. Truck Drive Block Gear Idler Cleaning the Wheels, Tires and Track Periodically check the locomotive wheels and pickups for dirt and buildup, which can cause poor electrical contact and traction and prematurely wear out the neoprene traction tires. -
Page 10: Locomotive Light Bulb Replacement
Locomotive Light Bulb Replacement Follow the cab removal instructions found in the Greasing Instructions section of this booklet (page 11). Rotate the headlight bulb counter-clockwise to remove. You can obtain replacement bulbs directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department. Caboose Light Bulb Replacement To replace the interior light bulbs follow these instructions and see the diagrams below STEP STEP... -
Page 11: Railware Interactive Cd Rom
Quick-Start DVD The included Quick-Start DVD demonstrates the start-up and basic operation of this set as well as other information about model railroading. You may find it helpful to view the DVD before operating this set. RailWare Interactive CD ROM M.T.H. -
Page 12: Troubleshooting
™ Troubleshooting Loco-Sound Problems Although Loco-Sound has been designed and engineered for ease of use, you may have some questions during initial operation. The following table should answer most questions. If your problem cannot be resolved with this table, contact M.T.H. for assistance (e-mail: service@mth-railking.com;... -
Page 13: Compatibility
Compatibility While this Ready-To-Run set is equipped with everything you need to operate it, the design allows flexibility. The train will operate on any traditional O-31 or larger O ® Gauge track system, including the RealTrax included with this set or traditional tubular track. -
Page 14: Service And 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.