Rail King USRA 0-6-0 Steam Engine Operator's Manual

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USRA 0-6-0
Steam Engine
OPERATOR'S MANUAL (3V PS-2)
Compatibility
This engine will operate on any traditional O-
31 or larger O Gauge track system, including
M.T.H.'s RealTrax® or ScaleTrax™ or
traditional tubular track. It is also compatible
with most standard AC transformers. (See
page 17 for a complete list of compatible
transformers and wiring instructions.)
Freight Yard Sound
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE USE AND SAVE
WWW.MTHTRAINS.COM

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  • Page 1 USRA 0-6-0 Steam Engine OPERATOR’S MANUAL (3V PS-2) Compatibility This engine will operate on any traditional O- 31 or larger O Gauge track system, including M.T.H.’s RealTrax® or ScaleTrax™ or traditional tubular track. It is also compatible with most standard AC transformers. (See page 17 for a complete list of compatible transformers and wiring instructions.) Freight Yard Sound...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Do not operate your layout unattended. Obstructed accessories or stalled trains may overheat, resulting in damage to your layout. This train set is intended for indoor use. Do not use if water is present. Serious injury or fatality may result. Do not operate the hobby transformer with damaged cord, plug, switches, buttons or case. USRA 0-6-0 Steam Engine...
  • Page 3: Set Up Checklist

    O-31 circles of track. The second hole is for O-72 or larger operation. At this point, you are ready to begin running your engine. USRA 0-6-0 Steam Engine...
  • Page 4: Basic Operation

    To adjust the volume of all sounds made by this engine, turn the master volume control knob located under the tender clockwise to increase the volume and counter-clockwise to decrease the volume. (see Figure 1) Volume Adjustment Knob Figure 1 - Proto-Sound 2.0 Volume Adjustment Knob USRA 0-6-0 Steam Engine...
  • Page 5: Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions

    Whistle and Bell buttons until the full FYS sequence is complete. 3. After waiting about 30 seconds for that sequence to run, press the Direction button again to trigger the second sequence of FYS. USRA 0-6-0 Steam Engine...
  • Page 6: Tips On Using Fys

    •FYS can be triggered from Neutral. It will operate the same as if triggered while in motion except that, at the conclusion of the FYS, the engine will depart in the next direction of travel, as opposed to the direction it was traveling before entering Neutral. USRA 0-6-0 Steam Engine...
  • Page 7: Proto-CouplerĀ® Operation

    (including going into neutral) until you repeat the 1 whistle, 3 bells code to return the engine to its normal state, even if the engine has been kept without power for extended periods of time. USRA 0-6-0 Steam Engine...
  • Page 8: Reset To Factory Default

    Squealing Brakes: This sound plays anytime the engine speed decreases rapidly. Cab Chatter: This sound play when the engine idles in neutral. Engine Start-up and Shut-down: This sound plays when the engine is initially powered on or is powered off for five seconds or more. USRA 0-6-0 Steam Engine...
  • Page 9: Maintenance

    50 hours of operation or one year, which ever comes first. To access the gear box, do the following: 1. Unscrew the Grease screw as shown in Figure 3 and use an applicator to apply grease into these screw holes. USRA 0-6-0 Steam Engine...
  • Page 10: Lubricating And Greasing Instructions

    5. Make sure the tires are fully seated inside the groove. Use a razor blade to trim away any excess tire that doesn’t seat itself inside the groove properly. One set of replacement tires is included with your model. Additional tires are available directly from M.T.H. Parts Department (Phone: 410.381.2580). USRA 0-6-0 Steam Engine...
  • Page 11: Smoke Unit Operation And Maintenance

    Choose from 12 different scents: Christmas, Coal, Diesel, Wood Burning, Coffee, Eggs & Bacon, Vanilla, Candy Cane, Barbeque, Pipe Smoke, Cinnamon Roll, and Apple Pie USRA 0-6-0 Steam Engine...
  • Page 12: Locomotive Light Bulb Replacement

    7. Pull the original bulb through the boiler shell 8. Follow the above steps in the reverse order to install the replacement bulb remove screws Figure 7a Figure 7b smokebox Headlight Figure 7d Figure 7c remove screws USRA 0-6-0 Steam Engine...
  • Page 13: Self Charging Battery Backup

    Replace: If the sounds are not improved at the end of the 15-minute test charge, it is time to replace the battery. Available through M.T.H. Parts. Replaceable Battery Figure 8: Replacing the Battery USRA 0-6-0 Steam Engine...
  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    Do NOT use oil. The coupler needs to be cleaned. The coupler does not fire or stay Wipe with denatured alcohol (not coupled. rubbing alcohol) and let dry. USRA 0-6-0 Steam Engine...
  • Page 15 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. USRA 0-6-0 Steam Engine...
  • Page 16: Compatibility

    FYS after fourth FYS cycle. Wait at least 30 press of the direction button. seconds in each FYS sound clip before pressing the direction button. USRA 0-6-0 Steam Engine...
  • Page 17: Transformer Compatibility And Wiring Chart

    Lionel RW 9-19v 110-Watt 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 USRA 0-6-0 Steam Engine...
  • Page 18: Additional Features Accessible With The Dcs 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 USRA 0-6-0 Steam Engine...
  • Page 19: 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. Website. Should you still require service, follow the instructions below to obtain warranty service.

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