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- Page 1 F-3 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
Table of Contents SetUp Checklist ......... . 3 Getting Started . -
Page 3: Setup Checklist
Set Up Checklist ® Assemble RealTrax Connect the transformer Lubricate the engine Place the engineand cars on thetrack and couple them together Position remote lock-on lens Apply power to run as describedin the Basic Operation sectionof these instructions. Set Includes 8-Pieces SteamEnginewithLoco-Sound™... -
Page 4: Getting Started
Getting Started ® Assembling RealTrax The quick connectors andbuilt-in r oadbedallowyoutosetupRealTraxanywhere, including carpeted surfaces. STEP STEP STEP Knock-out mustberemoved Removeknock-out from outeredgeoftrackby before remotelock-oncan holdingandtwistingup beinstalled Insertlock-oninto withapairofpliers knock-out tab (Lock-onistheinterfacebetween thetrackandtransformer) REMOVETAB FROMOUTEREDGE Makesurethemetal STEP STEP STEP AlignQuick contactslineup. ConnectPlugs Gently push together RealTrax STEP... -
Page 5: Lubricatingthe Engine
Lubricating and Greasing the Engine DONOT Lubricate all exposed movingparts before operating usinga multi-purpose, plastic-compatibleoil (available with M.T.H.'s Maintenance Kit,sold OVER OIL separately) or a light householdoil. Follow the lubricationpoints. LubricateAxles LubricatePick-UpRollers GreaseGears (Do NotLubetheFlatPartofPick-UpRollers) Coupling the Engine and Cars STEP STEP STEP... -
Page 6: Basic Operation
Basic Operation Operation Buttons Throttle U p Throttle up thepowertoyourtrackbypressing the topendoftheThrottle Control Rocker Switchfirmly forabout 5 seconds, until the engine's headlightand lighted cars burnbright. Then put the engine into motion by firmly pressing the Direction button (holdit for approximately1 second)on y o u r remoteonce. I f t h e engine does not begin to moveas soon as you firmlypresstheDirection button,you may not have sent enough voltagetothetracktomakethetrainmove. -
Page 7: Speed Control
Speed Control M.T.H. engines equipped with Loco-Soundhavespeedcontrolcapabilities that allow the engine t o maintain a constant speed u p a nddown grades and aroundcurves,muchlike an automobilecruisecontrol. Youcanadd ordrop carsonthe run, and theengine w ill maintainthespeedyouset. Theengineisprogrammedto start with thespeed control featureactivated, you can opt to turnitoff. - Page 8 Proto-Cast: Allows you toplay audio recordingsthroughyourengine'sspeakers. You mustsupply the audio source (a small portable CD/tape player is sufficient) andamale-to-male mini cable (1/8"plug,like that usedforthe headset withaportableCD/tapeplayer)toconnectyouraudio source to the remote lock-on. To use Proto-Cast Plugthe mini-cable first into your audio source (usually into theheadphonejack) PlugCableintothe "Audio"portontherightsideoftheremotelock-on.
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Page 9: Manualvolume Control
Ifyou experience popping andinterference whenusingProto-Cast orProto-Dispatch,try cleaning the track withdenatured alcohol as described inthe"Cleaning the Wheels, Tires andTrack" section of this booklet. Note: M.T.H. does notrecommend using Proto-Cast and Proto-Dispatch at thesame time. Manual Volume Control To adjustthe volume of all sounds madebythis increase engine,turn the master volume control knob located under the engine clockwise to i ncrease the... -
Page 10: Maintenance
Maintenance Care of the Remote Control To ensuretrouble-free operation: Do not drop the remote. It candamagethedelicate electronics inside. Remove batteries beforestoring for extendedperiods. Anyattempt byanyone otherthanan authorized M.T.H.repairperson toopenand repair the handheldtransmitter or lock-on mayresultindamage and the loss of warrantyprotection. If your train responds inconsistently, replaceoldbatteries with fresh ones. -
Page 11: Cleaningthewheels,Tiresand Track
STEP Oncethemotormountscrew has been removed,pullthe motorawayfromthetruckblockandlightly coatthe motor worm g ear and bronzedrivegear (inthetruckblock)with grease. Reassemblethetruckandmotor,beingcarefulnottopinch thepickupandgroundwiresbetweenthetruck blockand motormount. Worm Repeatthe procedureifenginehasmorethanonemotor. Gear Reassemblethechassis and body,beingcarefulthatthe wiresarenotcaughtbetweenthe bodyandchassis, as Bronze thiscanleadto a s h ort thatmaydamagetheelectronics Drive beyondrepair. Gear ! Lubricatetheoutside truckblockidlerand STEP drivegears with greaseoccasionally. -
Page 12: Locomotivelight Bulb Replacement
STEP Slip the new tire onto the wheel. Youmayfinditusefulto usetwosmallflatheadscrewdriversto stretchthetireover thewheel. I f youtwist thetirewhilestretching itoverthewheel,you willneedto remove andreinstall thetire. Otherwise your engine will wobblewhile operating. Makesurethetireisfullyseatedinside the groove. Use a razor blade totrimaway any e xcesstirethatdoesn't seat itselfinside the grooveproperly. Reassemblethe trucksidesto the truckblocks. -
Page 13: Railware Interactive Cdrom
Quick-Start Video The i ncluded VHSQuick-Start videodemonstrates the start-up andbasic operationofthis set aswell as otherinformation about model railroading. You mayfindit helpful to view thevideobeforeoperatingthis set. RailWare Interactive CD ROM M.T.H. providesafreeRailWareCDROM ineach Ready-To-Runset. It isfull of helpful information o n M.T.H.product history, track planning software, a dealer finder, and informationandvideo clips on Loco-Sound and Proto-Sound 2.0. -
Page 14: Troubleshooting
™ Troubleshooting Loco-Sound Problems Although Loco-Soundhasbeendesigned andengineered f or ease of use,youmayhave some questions during initialoperation. The followingtableshouldanswermost questions. If your problem c annot be resolved with this table,contactM.T.H. for assistance( e-mail: service@mth-railking.com, telephone: 410-381-2580; fax: 410-423- 0009; mail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive,Columbia MD21046-1532). Starting Up Remedy When I first turn the power on, the... -
Page 15: Compatibility
Compatibility While this Ready-To-Run setisequippedwitheverythingyouneedto operate it,the designallowsflexibility. The train will operate onanytraditional O-31orlargerOGauge ® track system, including the RealTrax included withthissetortraditionaltubulartrack. It isalsocompatible w ith most s t andardACtransformers, includingthehobby transformer packaged withyour set. Transformer Compatibility and Wiring Chart Note that many oftheoperational commands described i n t h ese instructions require a bell button, so if youareusingatransformer other thantheoneincludedinthissetandyour transformerdoes nothave its o wn bell b utton,youshould consider addingonetogetthe... -
Page 16: Exploded View Parts
F-3 Diesel Locomotive Engine Parts E n g i n e P a r t s $Price Name and Number Part # Per Unit Diaphragm ( black )( 3 rib) FI-0000027 2.00 ( 26.0x50.0x10.0mm )( 2 center mount t a b s ) Shell ( black, yellow, green) FC-2200375 *65.00... - Page 17 ( M3x14.0mm )( roundhead )(w/ lock washer ) 23.) Screw IA-0000035 0.15 ( M3x8.0mm )( roundhead ) 24.) Bracket ( Aluminum ) IH-0000385 4.00 ( for Proto-Sound® 2.0 boards ) ( mounts boards sideways ) 25.) Wire strap(black)(metal)(small) IH-0000012 1.00 26.) Insulator ( white ) ID-0000025 0.15...
- Page 18 48.) Truck ( black )( 2 axle) DA-2000030 *30.00 ( powered ) ( 2 holes tapped for mounting pilot ) (2 M2.5 holes tappedformounting PCB under coupler) ( truck sidesmount from bottom ) 49.) Insulator ( black ) BD-0000047 2.00 ( pick-up )( plastic )( top )( square ) 50.) Traction tire( black ) DE-0000018...
- Page 19 NS.) Wire harness BC-1100008 4.00 ( 90.0mmlong wires w/ black male2 pin plug ) ( black wireshieldon wires )( for Proto-Coupler® ) NS.) Wire harness BC-0000193 4.00 ( 125.0mm long red & black wires w/ eyelets) ( has black wire shield on wires ) ( power supply from pick-ups ) NS.) Wire harness BC-2200075...
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Page 20: Service And Warranty Information
F-3 Diesel Locomotive Engine Parts F-3 A Unit Diesel Engine Engine Parts RailKing F-3Freight Set with Loco-Sound™... - Page 21 Service & Warranty Information How to Get Service Under the Terms of the Limited One-Year Warranty When y o u suspect anitemisdefective, pleasechecktheoperator's manual for standard operation and trouble-shooting techniquesthat maycorrect the problem. Additional informationmay be foundontheM.T.H.Website. Should youstill require service, follow the instructions below to obtain warrantyservice.
- Page 22 AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER 7020 Columbia Gateway Dr. - Columbia, MD 21046 Information: 410-381-2580 Fax: 410-381-6122 www.mth-railking.com PARTICIPATING N.A.S.C. RETAILER LIST CATOCTINMOUNTAINTRAINS FAIRCHANCEPHARMACY CANADA THURMONT FAIRCHANCE TOYTRAIN WORKSHOP 301-694-8331 724-564-7817 CUMBERLAND 613-833-3125 MICHIGAN THE STATION NEWCUMBERLAND THETRAINROOM MICHIGANMODELTRAIN 717-774-7096 ERGUS CENTER 519-787-3280 PINCKNEY 734-426-1651...
- Page 23 AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER 7020 Columbia Gateway Dr. - Columbia, MD 21046 Information: 410-381-2580 Fax: 410-381-6122 www.mth-railking.com PARTICIPATING A.S.C. RETAILER LIST CANADA ROUNDHOUSE DEPOTHOBBYSHOP NORTH H OLLYWOOD LAKE WORTH TOYTRAIN WORKSHOP 818-769-0403 561-585-1982 CUMBERLAND READYTO ROLL 613-833-3125 DOLLHOUSES,TRAINS& MIAMI MORE 305-688-8868 THETRAINROOM NOVATO ERGUS...
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