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M.T.H. Premier H10 Operator's Manual

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Premier H10 2-8-0 Consolidation
Steam Engine
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Compatibility
This Premier 2-8-0 Consolidation Steam Engine features a die-cast boiler and tender and
operates on O-42 track. This Premier Steam Engine contains state-of-the-art electronics
with many built-in automatic features for incredibly realistic operation. Despite these
advanced features, the locomotive is easy to operate on an O-42 layout with any
compatible standard AC transformer that is equipped with whistle and bell buttons (see
the compatibility chart on page 20), and is compatible with most other 3-rail locomotives,
rolling stock, and accessories.
This locomotive is equipped with Proto-Sound 2.0 with Digital Command System
(DCS). This new system will allow you to operate your locomotive in Command mode
(when used with the DCS Remote Control System, sold separately) or Conventional
mode. Conventional operating features are described in the following pages, while the
DCS operating features are covered in the set of operating instructions that accompanies
the DCS equipment. Conventional Mode operation of this locomotive is much simpler
than operation of original Proto-Sound engines. For your own safety and that of your
equipment, please read the instructions before you operate this engine.

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  • Page 1 Premier H10 2-8-0 Consolidation Steam Engine OPERATOR’S MANUAL Compatibility This Premier 2-8-0 Consolidation Steam Engine features a die-cast boiler and tender and operates on O-42 track. This Premier Steam Engine contains state-of-the-art electronics with many built-in automatic features for incredibly realistic operation. Despite these...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Set Up Checklist.................3 Basic Operation .................4 Throttle...................4 Operation Buttons..............4 Manual Volume Control............4 Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions .........5 Activating Proto-Sound 2.0 Conventional Mode Features..5 Freight Yard Sounds (FYS)............6 Tips on Using FYS..............7 Proto-Coupler® Operation.............8 Speed Control.................8 Lock into a Direction..............9 Reset to Factory Defaults ............9 Automatic Sounds..............9 Maintenance..................10...

  • Page 3: Set Up Checklist

    Set Up There are a couple of simple steps you must take before operating this Premier steamer. 1. Although the engine was lubricated at the factory, you should lubricate all side rods, linkage components and pickup rollers to prevent them from squeaking. Use light household oil and follow the lubrication points marked “L”...

  • Page 4: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Throttle – Throttle up the power to your track. Give about 10-14 volts or enough power so that the engine’s headlight shines brightly. Then put the engine into motion by either firmly pressing the Direction button on your transformer or remote once or dropping and advancing the throttle to put the engine in forward.

  • Page 5: Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions

    Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions This manual contains the operating instructions for Proto-Sound 2.0 in conventional mode only. Instructions for accessing DCS command mode features accompany the DCS Remote Control System equipment. Activating Proto-Sound 2.0 Conventional Mode Features Proto-Sound 2.0 features are activated by sequences of Bell and Horn button pushes described below.

  • Page 6: Freight Yard Sounds (Fys)

    Passenger Station Announcements (PSA)/ Freight Yard Sounds (FYS) Your engine is equipped with a sound package of passenger station announcements that you can play when you pull into a station. Each sequence described below will play as long as it is left on, randomly generating sounds, but be sure to allow approximately 30 seconds between the button pushes described below to allow the PSA/FYS sufficient time to run through each sequence.

  • Page 7: Tips On Using Fys

    Tips on Using PSA/FYS •You can terminate PSA/FYS at any time by turning off power to the track for 15 seconds. •You do not have to be in Forward to use PSA/FYS. At the conclusion of the full sequence, the train will pull away from the station in whatever direction you were going when you activated the feature.

  • Page 8: Proto-Coupler® Operation

    Speed Control M.T.H. engines equipped with Proto-Sound 2.0 have speed control capabilities that allow the engine to maintain a constant speed up and down grades and around curves, much like an automobile cruise control. You can add or drop cars on the run, and the engine will maintain the speed you set.

  • Page 9: Lock Into A Direction

    Reset to Factory Default To override the settings you currently have assigned to the engine and reset it to its factory defaults, while in Neutral tap the Horn button quickly once, followed by five quick taps of the Bell button, allowing approximately ½ second to lapse between each quick button press.

  • Page 10: Maintenance

    Maintenance ProtoSmoke® Unit Operation This Premier steam locomotive contains a self-powered smoke unit that outputs smoke through the smokestack on the roof of the engine. The smoke unit is essentially a small heating element and wick that soaks up and then heats a mineral oil-based fluid that emits a harmless smoke.
  • Page 11 If you experience poor or no smoke output when the smoke unit is on and has fluid, check the wick to see if it has become hard, blackened, and unabsorbent around the heating element. To remove the smoke unit you will first have to remove the boiler shell (by removing the body mounting screws shown in Fig.

  • Page 12: Lubrication And Greasing Instructions

    Lubrication and Greasing Instructions The engine should be well oiled and greased in order to run properly. You should regularly lubricate all side rods, linkage components and pickup rollers to prevent them from squeaking. Use light household oil and follow the lubrication points marked “L”...

  • Page 13: Traction Tire Replacement

    Periodically check the locomotive wheels and pickups for dirt buildup, which can cause poor electrical contact and traction as well as prematurely wear out the neoprene traction tires. Traction Tire Replacement Instructions Your locomotive is equipped with two neoprene rubber traction tires on the rear set of flanged drivers.

  • Page 14: Light Replacement Instructions

    Light Replacement Instructions The locomotive’s lights are controlled by a constant voltage circuit in the engine. They are easy to remove and replace when they burn out. See the diagrams and directions below for instructions on accessing and replacing the light bulbs in this locomotive. You can obtain replacement bulbs directly from the M.T.H.
  • Page 15 Tender Light: 1. Remove the body from the chassis by removing the 6 screws shown in Fig. 9. 2. Unplug the wire from the connector. 3. Unscrew the bracket that houses the light bulb from inside the tender. 4. Gently pull the bulb to remove it and push the replacement bulb into place. 5.

  • Page 16: Self-Charging Battery Back-Up

    Self-Charging Battery Back-Up The special NiCad 7-cell 8.4v self-charging battery recharges continuously during train operation and should last for up to five years. The battery is a dry battery that should not leak or cause any damage to your engine. Depending upon when your engine was built, it may need to be charged right out of the box.

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Proto-Sound® 2.0 Problems Although Proto-Sound 2.0 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 (telephone: 410-381-2580;...
  • Page 18 Lock-out Remedy I can't get the engine to run after I power up The engine maybe locked into the neutral the transformer. It sits still with the diesel position. Follow the procedure in the "Lock into a and compressor sounds running. Direction"...

  • Page 19: Compatibility

    Transformer Compatibility and Wiring Chart Proto-Sound 2.0 is designed to work with most standard AC transformers. The chart below lists the many compatible transformers. Note that many of the operational commands described in these instructions require a bell button, so if your transformer does not have its own bell button, you should consider adding one to get the full benefit of the system.

  • Page 20: Transformer Compatibility Chart

    Additional Features Accessible With The DCS Remote Control System (Additional equipment required) While conventional mode operation of a Proto-Sound 2.0 engine yields wonderfully realistic sound and several train control features, command mode operation allows the user to access a world of command functions never before accessible to O Gauge railroaders.

  • Page 21: Additional Features With Dcs Remote Control System

    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.

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