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Compatibility
This engine will operate on any traditional
O-31 Gauge track system, including
M.T.H.'s RealTrax
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.)
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- Page 1 FA-2 AA Diesel Locomotive Set 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 19 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 Placing the Engine on the Track.................5 Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions............6 Activating Proto-Sound 2.0 Conventional Mode Features....6 Passenger Station Announcements (PSA)..........7 Speed Control..................9 Locking Locomotive Into A Direction.......... -
Page 3: Set Up Checklist
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 FA-2 AA Diesel Set... -
Page 4: Basic Operation
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 FA-2 AA Diesel Set... -
Page 5: Placing The Engine On The Track
A unit into the receptacle at the back of the powered A unit (Figure At this point, you are ready to begin running your engine. Proto Connection Figure 3: Connecting the Proto-Sound Harness RailKing FA-2 AA Diesel Set... -
Page 6: Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions
Fire the Front Coupler 1 Bell, 4 Horns Speed Control On/Off 1 Horn, 2 Bells (from Neutral only) Lock into a Direction 1 Horn, 3 Bells Reset to Factory Defaults 1 Horn, 5 Bells (from Neutral only) RailKing FA-2 AA Diesel Set... -
Page 7: Passenger Station Announcements (Psa)
Once the bell turns off, the operator Operator Direction Direction Direction Direction Horn Horn Bell Controls When Bell Turns Off Sound System Cued to Play Passenger Sequence Sequence Sequence Sequence Station Announcements (PSA) RailKing FA-2 AA Diesel Set... - Page 8 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 FA-2 AA Diesel Set...
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Page 9: Speed Control
Each time you shut down the engine completely, it will automatically turn speed control on. Speed Control Two Horn Blasts Place Bell Bell Horn Engine into (indicates change is made) Neutral Repeat to Return to Normal Condition RailKing FA-2 AA Diesel Set... -
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 FA-2 AA Diesel Set... -
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 FA-2 AA Diesel Set... -
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 FA-2 AA Diesel Set... -
Page 13: Traction Tire Replacement Instructions
5. Reassemble in the reverse order. Replacement parts and wick replacement instructions 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 FA-2 AA Diesel Set... -
Page 14: Headlight Replacement Instructions
15 minutes. Recharge: If the sounds are improved at the end of the 15-minute test charge, the battery charge has run down and can be recharged. There are a number of ways you can do this: RailKing FA-2 AA Diesel Set... - Page 15 9v alkaline battery can be substituted until your replacement Figure 7 arrives, but since alkaline batteries cannot be recharged, it will eventually wear down. Do NOT use a 6-cell 7.2v battery. Proto-Sound 2.0 Battery Charging Port Figure 8 RailKing FA-2 AA Diesel Set...
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Page 16: Troubleshooting Proto-Sound® 2.0 Problems
When I try to fire the coupler, PSA whistle button presses. starts. Try lubricating the coupler knuckle The Proto-Coupler won’t let the engine with a dry graphite lubricant. Do NOT uncouple on the fly. use oil. RailKing FA-2 AA Diesel Set... - 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. RailKing FA-2 AA Diesel Set...
- Page 18 PSA cycle. Wait of PSA after fourth press of the at least 30 seconds in each PSA direction button. sound clip before pressing the direction button. RailKing FA-2 AA Diesel Set...
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Page 19: Transformer Compatibility And Wiring Chart
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 FA-2 AA Diesel Set... -
Page 20: 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 RailKing FA-2 AA Diesel Set... -
Page 21: Service & Warranty Information
Service & Warranty Information How to Get Service Under the Terms of the Limited One-Year Warranty For warranty repair, follow the instructions below to obtain warranty service. First, e-mail, write, call or fax an Authorized M.T.H. Service Center in your area or M.T.H. Electric Trains to obtain Repair Authorization. - Page 22 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 INC. 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 FA-2 AA Diesel Set...
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