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PREMIER U50C
DIESEL ENGINE
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
This U50C Diesel Engine features a detailed ABS body, die-cast trucks and runs on O-72
curves. 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 20),
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.
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- Page 1 PREMIER U50C DIESEL ENGINE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS This U50C Diesel Engine features a detailed ABS body, die-cast trucks and runs on O-72 curves. This Premier Diesel Engine contains state-of-the-art electronics with many built-in automatic features for incredibly realistic operation. Despite these advanced...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
ProtoSmoke Unit Operation Lubrication and Greasing Instructions 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 U50C Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... -
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 U50C Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... -
Page 4: Basic Operation
(see Fig. 1). Proto-Sound 2.0 Volume Adjustment Knob Figure 1. Adjusting the Proto-Sound 2.0 Volume Premier U50C Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... -
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 U50C Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... -
Page 6: Freight Yard Sounds (Fys)
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 U50C Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... -
Page 7: 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. Premier U50C Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... -
Page 8: Proto-Coupler® Operation
Note: When speed control is turned off, the Proto-Sound 2.0 system will limit the volume in order to operate more smoothly at lower voltages. Full volume is restored upon reactivating speed control. Premier U50C Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... -
Page 9: Lock Into A Direction
Squealing Brakes play when the engine’s speed is decreased rapidly. Cab Chatter plays 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 U50C Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... -
Page 10: Maintenance
Figure 3. Smoke Unit ON/OFF When the smoke output while running the Switch engine begins to diminish, add another 10-15 drops of smoke fluid or turn the smoke unit off. Premier U50C Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... - Page 11 If it is darkly discolored and hard, it should be replaced. Replacement wicks are available from the M.T.H. Parts Department. Premier U50C Diesel Engine Operating Instructions...
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Page 12: Lubrication And Greasing Instructions
3. Once the motor mount screw has been removed, pull the motor away from the truck block and lightly coat the motor worm gear and bronze drive gear (in the truck block) with grease. Premier U50C Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... -
Page 13: Locomotive Traction Tire Replacement
B. Remove the trucks from the chassis and the truck sides from the trucks in order to slip the new tire over the grooved drive wheel. See Fig. 8 for which screws you must remove to do this. Premier U50C Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... -
Page 14: Locomotive Light Bulb Replacement
Follow the body removal instructions found in the Lubrication and Greasing Instructions. Gently disconnect the bulb harness from the socket on the constant voltage circuit and replace the bulb. Replaceable Light Wire Harness Plug Figure 9. Replacing the Lights in your Engine Premier U50C Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... - Page 15 Replace the bulb and reassemble the engine. Spring Contact Bracket Figure 10. Replacing the Lights Mounted on the inside of the Shell Premier U50C Diesel Engine Operating Instructions...
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Page 16: Self-Charging Battery Back-Up
Do NOT use a 6-cell 7.2v battery like those found in most convenience stores. Unhook wires, unscrew bracket, remove battery, and replace Figure 11. Replacing the Battery (Remove all four screws on the fuel tank to access the battery. Premier U50C Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... -
Page 17: Troubleshooting
Do NOT use oil. The coupler does not fire or stay The coupler needs to be cleaned. coupled. Wipe with denatured alcohol (not rubbing alcohol) and let dry. Premier U50C Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... - Page 18 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. Premier U50C Diesel Engine Operating Instructions...
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Page 19: Compatibility
This engine will operate on any traditional O-72 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 20 for a complete list of compatible transformers and wiring instructions.) Premier U50C Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... -
Page 20: Transformer Compatibility 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 Premier U50C Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... -
Page 21: Additional Features With Dcs Remote Control System
• 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• Proto-Effects™ Set Up-User can select individual Premier U50C Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... - Page 22 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 U50C Diesel Engine Operating Instructions...
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Page 23: 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 U50C Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... -
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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