Placing Engine On Track; Placing The Engine On The Track - M.T.H. Premier UP 4-6-6-4 Challenger Operator's Manual

Placing The Engine On The Track

Your MTH steam engine is equipped with a tetherless drawbar. There is no unsightly
cable or box showing between the engine and the tender to detract from the
appearance of the model. The electrical connections pass through conductors in the
drawbar, so it is important that the connector be properly inserted. The connector is
fixed to the rear end of the drawbar. The mating connector is attached to a swivel
connection on the front of the tender frame. The drawbar is connected to the engine
chassis with a screw and should not need any attention.
In order to mate the connectors of the drawbar and the tender, place the engine and
the tender on the track. Position the tender over the drawbar connector and insert the
drawbar pin on the swivel connector into the hole in the drawbar.
Now grasp the tender with both hands as shown below and place a finger on each side
of the drawbar near the connector. Now using your fingers, push the connectors
together. The connector will make a slight click when it is properly seated. At this
point you are ready to begin operating your engine.
Figure 5: Connecting Locomotive to Tender
Figure 6: Engine and Tender
To disconnect the engine and tender apply downward pressure near the tender until
the connectors separate.
If the drawbar is not properly connected your engine may exhibit erratic or no
operation. If this happens turn off the track power and make sure that the drawbar
connectors are properly seated. Then reapply power to the track and continue
operation.
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