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Compatibility
This engine will operate on any traditional
O-31 Gauge track system, including
®
M.T.H.'s RealTrax
or ScaleTrax
traditional tubular track. It is also compatible
with most standard AC transformers. (See
page 21 for a complete list of compatible
transformers and wiring instructions.)
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- Page 1 SD90MAC Diesel Engine OPERATOR’S MANUAL Compatibility This engine will operate on any traditional O-31 Gauge track system, including ® ™ M.T.H.’s RealTrax or ScaleTrax traditional tubular track. It is also compatible with most standard AC transformers. (See page 21 for a complete list of compatible transformers and wiring instructions.)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Set Up Checklist....................3 Lubrication.....................3 Checking The Battery................3 Basic Operation....................4 Activating Features................4 Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions............6 Activating Proto-Sound 2.0 Conventional Mode Features....6 Freight Yard Sounds (FYS)..............7 Proto-Coupler® Operation..............8 Speed Control..................9 Locking Locomotive Into A Direction..........10 Reset To Factory Default...............10 Automatic Sound Effects............... -
Page 3: Set Up Checklist
You may find, if your locomotive was built several months before you set it up, that the rechargeable battery has run down and needs to be charged before operating. If you notice that the sounds are garbled, test and charge the engine as described in the "Self-Charging Battery Back-Up" on page 14. RailKing SD90MAC Diesel Engine... -
Page 4: Basic Operation
Neutral cycle neutral-forward-neutral-reverse with Reverse Forward each press and release of the direction button. The engine is programmed to Neutral restart in neutral each time the track voltage is turned off for 25 seconds or more. RailKing SD90MAC Diesel Engine... - Page 5 To adjust the volume of all sounds made by this engine, turn the master volume control knob located next to the fuel tank clockwise to increase the volume and counter-clockwise to decrease the volume. Proto-Sound 2.0 Volume Adjustment Knob Figure 2: Manual Volume Adjustment Knob RailKing SD90MAC Diesel Engine...
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Page 6: Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions
Fire the Front Coupler 1 Bell, 4 Whistles Speed Control On/Off 1 Whistle, 2 Bells (From Neutral Only) Lock into a Direction/Unlock 1 Whistle, 3 Bells Reset to Factory Defaults 1 Whistle, 5 Bells (From Neutral Only) RailKing SD90MAC Diesel Engine... -
Page 7: Freight Yard Sounds (Fys)
Direction Direction Direction Direction Horn Horn Controls When Bell Turns Off Sound System Cued 1 s t 3 r d to Play Passenger Sequence Sequence Sequence Sequence Station Announcements (FYS) F Y S F Y S RailKing SD90MAC Diesel Engine... -
Page 8: Proto-Coupler® Operation
Horn button, allowing approximately ½ second to lapse between each quick button press. The sound of the liftbar and air line depletion will play, and the knuckle will be released. Fire Horn Horn Horn Bell Rear Coupler RailKing SD90MAC Diesel Engine... -
Page 9: Speed Control
Each time you shut down the engine completely, it will automatically turn speed control on. Speed Control Place Two Horn Blasts Bell Bell Horn Engine into (indicates change is made) Neutral Repeat to Return to Normal Condition RailKing SD90MAC Diesel Engine... -
Page 10: Locking Locomotive Into A Direction
• Cab Chatter plays at random intervals when the engine idles in neutral. • Engine Start-up and Shut-down sounds play when the engine is initially powered on or is powered off for five seconds or more. RailKing SD90MAC Diesel Engine... -
Page 11: Maintenance
(in the truck block) with grease. 4. Reassemble the truck and motor, being careful not to pinch any wires between the truck block and motor mount. RailKing SD90MAC Diesel Engine... -
Page 12: Cleaning The Wheels, Tires And Track
Thereafter, keep an eye on the track and clean it when it gets dirty to ensure good electrical contact and to lengthen the life of the tires. RailKing SD90MAC Diesel Engine... -
Page 13: Traction Tire Replacement Instructions
5. Reassemble in the reverse order. One set of replacement tires is packaged with your model. Additional sets are available directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department (order online: www.mth-railking.com, e-mail: parts@mth-railking.com; mail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532, FAX: 410-381-6122). RailKing SD90MAC Diesel Engine... -
Page 14: Headlight Replacement Instructions
Test: Put the engine in neutral and leave the track voltage at 10-12 volts (high enough for the lights to shine brightly and the engine to move steadily) for 15 minutes. RailKing SD90MAC Diesel Engine... - Page 15 Replace : If the sounds are not improved at the end of the 15-minute test charge, it is time to replace the battery. Disconnect Battery, And Slide Out Battery In Direction Of Arrow Figure 7: Removing The Battery RailKing SD90MAC Diesel Engine...
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Page 16: Troubleshooting Proto-Sound® 2.0 Problems
Do NOT use oil. The coupler does not fire or stay The coupler needs to be cleaned. coupled. Wipe with denatured alcohol (not rubbing alcohol) and let dry. RailKing SD90MAC Diesel Engine... - Page 17 Because there are a limited number of sound clips available in each FYS sequence, it is probable that some of these sound clips will be repeated from time to time. RailKing SD90MAC Diesel Engine...
- Page 18 FYS cycle. of FYS after fourth press of the Wait at least 30 seconds in each FYS direction button. sound clip before pressing the direction button. RailKing SD90MAC Diesel Engine...
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Page 19: Transformer Compatibility And Wiring Chart
Standard Lionel SW Unknown 130-Watt Standard Lionel TW 8-18v 175-Watt Standard Lionel ZW A,B,C or D 8-20v 275-Watt Standard Lionel Post-War A,B,C or D Common 0-20v 135/190 Watt Electronic Celebration Series ZW * Conventional Mode Only RailKing SD90MAC Diesel Engine... -
Page 20: Additional Features Accessible With The Dcs Remote Control System
Direction Control Set Up-User can set initial individual start-up direction (start in forward or reverse) for double-heading operations • Locomotive Consist Set-up-User can determine locomotive values for consist make-ups, allowing multiple locomotives belonging to a consist to operate together RailKing SD90MAC Diesel Engine... -
Page 21: Service & Warranty Information
Authorized Service Center, contact that Center for their return authorization. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary from state t o state. Service Department M.T.H. Electric Trains 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive Columbia MD 21046-1532 RailKing SD90MAC Diesel Engine... -
Page 22: Authorized Service Centers
Y. O. R. K. TRAINS 978-532-1615 860-646-0610 MUNSTER www.netrains.com bobbell@nehobby.com 219-838-9999 yorktrains@aol.com MICHIGAN DELAWARE BRASSEUR ELECTRIC TRAINS INC. K R R B MODEL TRAINS IN C . SAMUELSON'S TRAIN SHOP SAGINAW NEWARK VALPARAISO 517-793-4753 302-292-2779 219-462-2708 bob@traindoctor.com info@krrb.com www.traindoctor.com www.krrb.com RailKing SD90MAC Diesel Engine... - Page 23 HOBBY SHOP www.clearviewtrainandhobby.com MATAWAN THE ROUNDHOUSE & BACKSHOP PENNSYLVANIA 732-583-0505 CARY hobbyshopnj.com 919-465-0810 FAIRCHANCE PHARMACY FAIRCHANCE A TLANTIC RAILS OHIO 724-564-7817 mthdealer@aol.com HAMMONTON DIXIE UNION STATION 609-567-8490 MASON www.hhs.net/fairchance bobcap@pics.com 513-459-0460 www.atlanticrails.com rockylane@core.net www.dixieunionstation.com RailKing SD90MAC Diesel Engine...
- Page 24 215-698-7266 LOCUST GROVE TRAINS LOCUST GROVE CHESTNUT TOYBOX 540-854-8955 PHILADELPHIA lgtrains@aol.com 215-545-0455 www.locustgrovetrains.com chestnuttoy@earthlink.net WEST VIRGINIA THE CABOOSE PATRICK'S TRAINS LEHIGHTON WHEELING 570-386-5352 304-232-0714 www.thecaboosehobbies.com trains@patstrains.com victen@ptd.net www.patstrains.com SOUTH CAROLINA EMERALD TRAIN & HOBBY GREENWOOD 864-223-2247 RailKing SD90MAC Diesel Engine...
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