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MTHTrains Premier 4-4-2 Atlantic Operator's Manual

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Compatibility
This engine is available in 2-rail and 3-rail
versions and will operate on any traditional
track system with the following minimum
curvature.
3-rail = O-31 Diameter
2-rail = 42" Radius
This engine is also compatible with most AC &
DC transformers.(See pages 24 and 25 for a
complete list of compatible transformer and
wiring instructions)
PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE
Premier 4-4-2 Atlantic
Steam Locomotive
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Passenger Station Announcements

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  • Page 1 Premier 4-4-2 Atlantic Steam Locomotive OPERATOR’S MANUAL Compatibility This engine is available in 2-rail and 3-rail versions and will operate on any traditional track system with the following minimum curvature. 3-rail = O-31 Diameter 2-rail = 42” Radius This engine is also compatible with most AC &...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Configuring Locomotive for 2-Rail or 3-Rail Operation......... 3 Installing/Removing Pickup Rollers............3 Configuring for 2-rail or 3-rail power input........... 3 Ensuring Proper Power to Track Polarity..........4 Changing Track Polarity Inside Locomotive......... 4 Locomotive Coupler Options..............5 Set Up Checklist....................

  • Page 3: Configuring Locomotive For 2-Rail Or 3-Rail Operation

    Once you have configured the engine for 2-rail or 3-rail operation, you must manually select the power input switch. The 2-rail/3-rail switch is located under the tender, as shown in Figure 2. 2 Rail-3 Rail Switch Figure 2: Selecting 2-rail or 3-rail power input setting Premier 4-4-2 Atlantic Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 4: Ensuring Proper Power To Track Polarity

    Instead, simply slide the polarity switch located under the tender as seen in Figure 4. DCS Polarity Switch Figure 4: Changing the polarity with the locomotive polarity switch Premier 4-4-2 Atlantic Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 5: Locomotive Coupler Options

    4 body screws and then unplug The wire harness between the shell and the chassis. -Attach the Proto-Coupler to the truck and thread the wire with connector through the large hole in the frame. Premier 4-4-2 Atlantic Steam Locomotive...
  • Page 6 To operate the coupler in the conventional mode, the coupler can be opened by quickly pressing the Bell Button and Horn Button (1 Bell and 3 Horns) on a Z-4000 or compatible Toy Train Transformer. Refer to the Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions on page 10. Figure 7 Premier 4-4-2 Atlantic Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 7: Set Up Checklist

    (see Fig. 8). Failure either to add fluid to the unit or Figure 9: Smoke Unit Switch Location to turn it off may damage the smoke unit (Inside Tender Hatches) heating element and/or wicking material. Premier 4-4-2 Atlantic Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 8: Checking The Battery

    If you notice that the sounds are garbled, test and charge the engine as described in the "Self- Charging Battery Back-Up" on page 18. Premier 4-4-2 Atlantic Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 9: Basic Operation

    Figure 11: Manually Adjusting the V olume counter-clockwise to decrease the volume. Premier 4-4-2 Atlantic Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 10: Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions

    1 Bell, 3 Horns Speed Control On/Off 1 Bell, 4 Horns Lock into a Direction 1 Horn, 2 Bells (from Neutral only) Reset to Factory Defaults 1 Horn, 3 Bells 1 Horn, 5 Bells (from Neutral only) Premier 4-4-2 Atlantic Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 11: Passenger Station Announcements (Psa)

    Once the bell turns off, the operator regains control of the tranJ1eormer's bell and Horn buttons and can ring the bell or blow the Horn as usual. Premier 4-4-2 Atlantic Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 12: 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 Bell Horn Horn Horn Horn Front Coupler Premier 4-4-2 Atlantic Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 13: Speed Control

    Direction Lock Place Two Horn Blasts Engine into Horn Horn Bell Bell Bell (indicates change is made) Desired Repeat to Return Direction to Normal Condition Premier 4-4-2 Atlantic Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 14: Reset To Factory Default

    •Squealing Brakes play any time the engine's speed decreases rapidly. •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. Premier 4-4-2 Atlantic Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 15: Maintenance

    4. Replace the screws. You should also grease the leading and trailing locomotive truck tongues to enhance their ability to slide on the chassis. Follow the grease points shown on Fig. 12. Premier 4-4-2 Atlantic Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 16: Cleaning The Wheels, Tires And Track

    4. If you twist the tire while stretching it over the wheel, you will need to remove and reinstall the tire. Otherwise your engine will wobble while operating. Premier 4-4-2 Atlantic Steam Locomotive...
  • Page 17 One set of replacement tires is packaged with your model. Additional sets are available directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department (phone: 410-381-2580; e-mail: parts@mth- railking.com; mail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532). Premier 4-4-2 Atlantic Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 18: Headlight Replacement Instructions

    9. Plug the headlight bulb into the proper connector. Reinstall the boiler shell onto the chassis. Be sure not to pinch any of the wires while reinstalling the boiler to the chassis. Headlight Shell Screws lightbulb Figure 14 Premier 4-4-2 Atlantic Steam Locomotive...
  • Page 19 This is a fairly involved procedure. If you do not feel comfortable doing this, please send your engine into the MTH Service Department. A qualified service person will replace the bulbs for you. Premier 4-4-2 Atlantic Steam Locomotive...
  • Page 20 4. Remove the cab interior light by pulling gently on the wire until the bulb comes free of its housing. Push the replacement bulb into position. 5. Reassemble in reverse order, taking care not to pinch any wires. Premier 4-4-2 Atlantic Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 21: Self Charging Battery Backup

    Available through M.T.H. Parts. (See figure 14) DO NOT substitute alkaline batteries for these NiCad batteries. Using alkaline batteries in this system will result in damage to the PS 2.0 circuit board and/or the batteries. battery port battery pack Figure 15 Premier 4-4-2 Atlantic Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 22: Protosmoke® Unit Operation

    After removing the engine from storage, add another 25 drops of fluid, letting the wick soak up the fluid for 15 minutes prior to operation. Add 15 - 20 Drops of Smoke Fluid Smoke Control Figure 17 Figure 16 Premier 4-4-2 Atlantic Steam Locomotive...
  • Page 23 Inspect the wick; if it is darkly discolored and hard, it should be replaced. Replacement parts and wick replacement instructions are available directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department phone: 410-381-2580; e-mail: parts@mth-railking.commail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532 Premier 4-4-2 Atlantic Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting Proto-Sound® 2.0 Problems

    Control Switch. Switch Should be in the “OFF” position for the rear coupler to fire. Cab Chatter Remedy Sometimes the Cab Chatter sounds don't Cab Chatter plays only in neutral at random play. intervals. Premier 4-4-2 Atlantic Steam Locomotive...
  • Page 25 PSA after step in the PSA cycle. Wait at least 30 fourth press of the direction button. seconds in each PSA sound clip before pressing the direction button. Premier 4-4-2 Atlantic Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 26: 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 Premier 4-4-2 Atlantic Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 27: Recommended Dc Power Supplies

    Electronic BridgeWorks Mag-15 0-24v 300 Watt Electronic BridgeWorks Magnum 200 0-24v 300 Watt Electronic BridgeWorks Magnum 400 0-24v 300 Watt Electronic BridgeWorks Magnum 1000 0-24v 300 Watt Electronic LGB Jumbo 50101 0-24v 240 Watt Electronic Premier 4-4-2 Atlantic Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 28: Additional Features Accessible Of 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 Premier 4-4-2 Atlantic Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 29: Service & Warranty Information

    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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