Rail King F40-PH Operating Instructions Manual
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RAILKING F40-PH
DIESEL ENGINE
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
This RailKing Caltrain F40-PH boasts a detailed ABS body and operates on O-31 track.
This RailKing Diesel Engine contains state-of-the-art electronics with many built-in
automatic features for incredibly realistic operation. Despite these advanced features, the
locomotive is easy to operate with any compatible standard AC transformer (see the
compatibility chart on page 18), and is completely compatible with most other 3-rail
locomotives, rolling stock, and accessories.
This locomotive is equipped with Proto-Sound 2.0 with Digital Command System
(DCS). This new system will allow you to operate your locomotive in Command mode
(when used with the DCS Remote Control System, sold separately) or Conventional
mode. Conventional operating features are described in the following pages, while the
DCS operating features are covered in the set of operating instructions that
accompanies the DCS equipment. Conventional Mode operation of this locomotive is
much simpler than operation of original Proto-Sound engines. For your own safety and
that of your equipment, please read the instructions before you operate this engine.
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- Page 1 RAILKING F40-PH DIESEL ENGINE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS This RailKing Caltrain F40-PH boasts a detailed ABS body and operates on O-31 track. This RailKing Diesel Engine contains state-of-the-art electronics with many built-in automatic features for incredibly realistic operation. Despite these advanced features, the...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Lubrication and Greasing Instructions Cleaning the Wheels, Tires and Track Locomotive Traction Tire Replacement Locomotive Light Bulb Replacement Self-Charging Battery Back-Up Troubleshooting Compatibility Transformer Compatibility Chart Additional Features with DCS Remote Control System Safety Precautions Service and Warranty Information RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine... -
Page 3: Initial Lubrication
To prevent accidental high-speed start-ups, this engine is programmed to restart in neutral each time the track voltage is turned off for 10 seconds or more. RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine... -
Page 4: Volume Control
(see Fig. 1). Figure 1. Location of the Proto-Sound 2.0 Volume Adjustment Knob RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine... -
Page 5: Proto-Sound 2.0 Operation
To use these buttons to activate features rather than to blow the whistle or ring the bell, you should press the buttons for a shorter time (1/2 second); you may need to practice your timing to make this work smoothly. RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine... -
Page 6: Passenger Station Announcements (Psa)
Once the bell turns off, the operator regains control of the transformer’s bell and whistle buttons and can ring the bell or blow the whistle as usual. RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine... -
Page 7: Tips On Using Psa
• PSA can be triggered from Neutral. It will operate the same as if triggered while in motion except that, at the conclusion of the PSA, the engine will depart in the next direction of travel, as opposed to the direction it was traveling before entering Neutral. RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine... -
Page 8: Proto-Coupler Operation
Each time you shut down the engine completely, it will automatically turn speed control on. RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine... -
Page 9: Lock Into A Direction State
• Squealing Brakes play any time the engine’s speed decreases rapidly. • Cab Chatter plays randomly 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 F40-PH Diesel Engine... -
Page 10: Maintenance
1. Remove the six Phillips screws from the chassis, as seen in Figure 3, then lift the body away from the chassis. 2. Remove the truck blocks from the chassis by unscrewing the large Phillips motor mount screw on the bottom of each truck block, as shown in Figure 3. RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine... - Page 11 It is also a good idea to lubricate the outside truck block idler and drive gears with grease occasionally. Add grease to the points marked with “G” in Figure Figure 3. Body Mount Screws and Greasing Points. RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine...
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Page 12: Cleaning The Wheels, Tires And Track
5. Make sure the tire is fully seated inside the groove. Use a razor blade to trim away any excess tire that doesn’t seat itself inside the groove properly. 6. Reassemble the truck sides to the truck blocks. Replacement Tires are available directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department. RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine... -
Page 13: Locomotive Light Bulb Replacement
Figure 5 to remove. You can obtain replacement bulbs 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). Figure 5. Location of the headlamp in the Engine. RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine... -
Page 14: Self-Charging Battery Back-Up
A standard 9v alkaline battery can be substituted until your replacement arrives, but since alkaline batteries cannot be recharged, it will eventually wear down. Do NOT use a 6-cell 7.2v battery like those found in most convenience stores. Figure 6. Removing and Replacing the Battery RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine... -
Page 15: Troubleshooting
The following table should answer most questions. If your problem cannot be resolved with this table, contact M.T.H. for assistance (telephone: 410-381-2580; fax: 410-423-0009; service@mth-railking.com, 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532). RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine... - Page 16 RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine...
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Page 17: 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 18 for a complete list of compatible transformers and wiring instructions.) RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine... -
Page 18: Transformer Compatibility Chart
Note that many of the operational commands described in these instructions require a bell button, so if your transformer does not have its own bell button, you should consider adding one to get the full benefit of the system. RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine... -
Page 19: Additional Features With Dcs Remote Control System
Doppler Operation, including setting distance points for Doppler start, repeat, and stop modes • Independent Volume Control of Engine Sounds, Bell, Horn & Whistle for each Locomotive • Control up to 50 different DCS-Equipped Locomotives at one time with multiple TIUs RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine... - Page 20 Programming Digital Command Operations for up to 250 Accessories and 250 Individual Switches • User Can Script, Record and Playback Train Routes Operating instructions for all DCS Command features will accompany the DCS remote control equipment. RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine...
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Page 21: Safety Precautions
In the event such conditions exist, the transformer should not be used until properly repaired. As with all electrical appliances, this product should not be left in operation when unattended. RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine... - Page 22 RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine...
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Page 24: Service And Warranty Information
Service & Warranty Information How to Get Service Under the Terms of the Limited One-Year Warranty For warranty repair, do not return your product to the place of purchase. Instead, follow the instructions below to obtain warranty service as our dealer network is not prepared to service the product under the terms of this warranty.
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