M.T.H. PREMIER GENESIS Operating Instructions Manual

M.T.H. PREMIER GENESIS Operating Instructions Manual

Diesel engine

Advertisement

Quick Links

PREMIER GENESIS
DIESEL ENGINE
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
This Premier Genesis Diesel engine is of sturdy ABS construction and operates on any
O-31 track system. This Premier 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 that is equipped with whistle and bell buttons (see the compatibility chart on
page 19), and is 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.

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Summary of Contents for M.T.H. PREMIER GENESIS

  • Page 1 PREMIER GENESIS DIESEL ENGINE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS This Premier Genesis Diesel engine is of sturdy ABS construction and operates on any O-31 track system. This Premier Diesel Engine contains state-of-the-art electronics with many built-in automatic features for incredibly realistic operation. Despite these...
  • 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 Premier Genesis Diesel Engine...
  • Page 3: Set Up

    See the “ProtoSmoke Unit Operation” section of this book for more information on smoke unit maintenance. At this point, you are ready to put your engine on the track and begin running Premier Genesis Diesel Engine...
  • Page 4: Basic Operation

    (see Fig. 1). Proto-Sound 2.0 Volume Adjustment Knob Figure 1. Proto-Sound 2.0 Volume Adjustment Knob Premier Genesis Diesel Engine...
  • Page 5: Proto-Sound 2.0 Operation

    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) Premier Genesis 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. Premier Genesis 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. Premier Genesis Diesel Engine...
  • Page 8: Proto-Coupler Operation

    Each time you shut down the engine completely, it will automatically turn speed control on. Premier Genesis Diesel Engine...
  • Page 9: Lock Into A Direction State

    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 Genesis Diesel Engine...
  • Page 10: Maintenance

    10-15 drops of smoke fluid or turn the smoke unit off. Figure 3. Smoke Unit ON/OFF When storing the unit for long periods of Switch time, you may want to add about 15 drops of fluid to prevent the wick from drying out. Premier Genesis Diesel Engine...
  • Page 11 If it is darkly discolored and hard, it should be replaced. Replacement parts and wick replacement Figure 4. Inspecting the Smoke Unit instructions 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 Genesis Diesel Engine...
  • Page 12: Lubrication And Greasing Instructions

    5. After repeating the procedure for the other motor, reassmble the chassis and body, being careful that the wire harnesses are not caught between the chassis and body and reinstall the chassis screws. Premier Genesis Diesel Engine...
  • Page 13: Locomotive Traction Tire Replacement

    Once the truck sides have been removed: 1. Make sure the old tire has been completely removed from the groove in the drive wheel, using a razor blade or small flathead screwdriver to pry away any remains. Premier Genesis Diesel Engine...
  • Page 14 Instructions. Gently disconnect the bulb harness from the socket on the constant voltage circuit and replace the bulb. Replaceable Lights Replaceable Lights constant voltage board constant voltage board rear front Figure 8. Locations of Replacable Lights Premier Genesis Diesel Engine...
  • Page 15: Locomotive Light Bulb Replacement

    Do NOT use a 6-cell 7.2v battery like those found in most convenience stores. Unhook Wires, Remove and Replace Battery Figure 9. Replacing the Battery Premier Genesis Diesel Engine...
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    When I try to fire the coupler, PSA whistle button presses. starts. The Proto-Coupler won’t let the engine Try lubricating the coupler knuckle uncouple on the fly. with a dry graphite lubricant. Do NOT use oil. Premier Genesis Diesel Engine...
  • Page 17 Because there are a limited number of sound clips available in each PSA sequence, it is probable that some of these sound clips will be repeated from time to time. Premier Genesis Diesel Engine...
  • Page 18: Compatibility

    This engine will operate on any traditional 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 19 for a complete list of compatible transformers and wiring instructions.) Premier Genesis Diesel Engine...
  • Page 19: Transformer Compatibility 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 Genesis Diesel Engine...
  • Page 20: 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 Premier Genesis Diesel Engine...
  • Page 21 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. Premier Genesis Diesel Engine...
  • Page 22: 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. Premier Genesis Diesel Engine...
  • Page 23 ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ Premier Genesis Diesel Engine...
  • 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.

Table of Contents