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© 2007 Kohs & Company, Inc - Clarkston, Michigan 48348
'Allegheny' Class Locomotive
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
The Kohs & Company 'Allegheny' class locomotive is an exact scale replica of the original pro-
totype. It is constructed of formed and fabricated brass and incorporates many scale operating
features. Although the model is very sturdily built, the boiler, tender shell and particularly the
detailing are very susceptible to damage by rough or careless handling. To prevent damage,
please exercise great care in unpacking and handling the model. The locomotive is best handled
by lifting under the rear engine cylinders due to the articulated front engine. When touching
the painted surfaces, be advised to wear the supplied gloves to protect the finish.
This locomotive model is designed to operate on Direct Current (DC) electricity. Any applica-
tion of Alternating Current (AC) WILL DESTROY THE INTERNAL ELECTRONIC COM-
PONENTS OF THIS MODEL. Kohs & Company will not be responsible for damage caused
by the application of AC power to the model. We will offer further power supply specification
recommendations under the heading of 'Power Supply Requirements', please make note of the
information offered.
Before unpacking, handling or operating your new model PLEASE TAKE THE TIME TO
FULLY READ THIS MANUAL. This is a small investment in time to protect your substantial
financial investment and to prevent unnecessary disappointment and frustration.
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Summary of Contents for Kohs & Company Allegheny
- Page 1 'Allegheny' Class Locomotive OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS The Kohs & Company 'Allegheny' class locomotive is an exact scale replica of the original pro- totype. It is constructed of formed and fabricated brass and incorporates many scale operating features. Although the model is very sturdily built, the boiler, tender shell and particularly the detailing are very susceptible to damage by rough or careless handling.
- Page 2 POWER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS The Kohs & Company 'Allegheny' is a Direct Current (DC) electric scale locomotive. Do not attempt to use AC power as damage will occur. The following criteria should be used when selecting your power supply: 1) Filtered DC (direct current) output.
- Page 3 Should you choose to use a less expensive power supply or one which does not meet the above criteria, undesirable operating characteristics may result as well as possible damage to the electronics used in the model. If you have questions regarding your selection, do not hesitate to contact us for advise.
- Page 4 SERVICE The Kohs & Company 'Allegheny' comes with a limited lifetime warranty to the original owner. We will repair any model requiring service as a result of normal use, but not abuse. All of our guidelines for operation must be followed otherwise the warranty is voided. We will not replace consumable items such as light bulbs and batteries as a matter of course, but will make such items available to customers on a cost basis.
- Page 5 The photograph to the left shows the drawbar release hanging down under the operational buffer assembly. The prototypical double drawbar inserts into the two slots just above the release. The Photograph to the right shows the battery wiring harness for the sound system batteries.
- Page 6 Shown above is the completed connection of the locomotive and tender, notice the position of the electrical connectors. Pictured above is the sound system control box, in the left view the terminals and markings are vis- ible, in the right view notice the 9V wall adapter transformer and connection location. There are two subjects that were not dealt with in the main body of the instructions, but should be mentioned.
- Page 7 IMPORTANT SETUP INSTRUCTIONS Your new Kohs & Company ‘Allegheny’ model is equipped with prototypical functioning rocker assemblies on the trailing truck, as a result the model requires proper preparation prior to operation. The photos below illustrate the proper setup of the rockers, you will ex- perience derailments particularly on minimum radius curves if they are not properly aligned when the locomotive is placed in service.
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Page 8: Unpacking Instructions
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS Open the shipping carton and carefully remove the foam inserts from around the locomotive and tender. The loco and tender should be removed from the case by placing your hands under the wooden shipping board which each piece is wrapped on. With the two units of the model removed from the box, look for the overlap in the plastic wrapping and carefully unwrap it from both units.
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