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MTHTrains Rail King GS-2 Steam Engine Operating Instructions Manual

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RAILKING GS-2
STEAM ENGINE
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
This RailKing Gs-2 Steam Engine is produced in detailed Die-Cast Metal and operates
on O-31 track. This RailKing Steam 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 GS-2 STEAM ENGINE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS This RailKing Gs-2 Steam Engine is produced in detailed Die-Cast Metal and operates on O-31 track. This RailKing Steam 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.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Set Up Basic Operation Throttle Operation Buttons Volume Control Proto-Sound 2.0 Operation Activating Proto-Sound 2.0 Conventional Mode Features Passenger Station Announcements (PSA) Tips on Using PSA ® Proto-Coupler Operation Speed Control Lock into a Direction Reset to Factory Defaults Automatic Sounds Maintenance Lubrication and Greasing Instructions...

  • Page 3: Set Up

    Set Up There are a few simple steps you must take before operating this RailKing steamer. 1. You should prime the operating smoke unit with smoke fluid before operating. Add 15-20 drops of smoke fluid through the smokestack, then gently blow into the stack to eliminate any air bubbles in the fluid. See Fig. 4. 2.

  • Page 4: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Throttle – Throttle up the power to your track. Give about 10-12 volts or enough power so that the engine’s headlight shines brightly. Then put the engine into motion by either firmly pressing the Direction button on your transformer or remote once or dropping and advancing the throttle to put the engine in forward.

  • Page 5: Proto-Sound 2.0 Operation

    Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions This manual contains the operating instructions for Proto-Sound 2.0 in conventional mode only. Instructions for accessing DCS command mode features accompany the DCS Remote Control System equipment. Because Proto-Sound 2.0 is an all-new system developed by M.T.H.’s own research and development team, it operates differently from original Proto-Sound.

  • Page 6: Passenger Station Announcements (Psa)

    Passenger Station Announcements (PSA): Your engine is equipped with a sound package of freight yard sounds that you can play when you pull into a yard. Each sequence described below will play as long as it is left on, randomly generating sounds, but be sure to allow approximately 30 seconds between the button pushes described below to allow the PSA sufficient time to run through each sequence.

  • Page 7: Tips On Using Psa

    Tips on Using PSA • You can terminate PSA at anytime by turning off power to the track for 15 seconds. • You do not have to be in Forward to use PSA. At the conclusion of the full sequence, the train will pull away from the station in whatever direction you were going when you activated the feature.

  • Page 8: Proto-Coupler Operation

    ® Proto-Coupler Operation This locomotive is equipped with one coil-wound Proto-Coupler for remote uncoupling action. Because Proto-Couplers are controlled through the Proto-Sound 2.0 microprocessor, they do not require an uncoupling track section or modification to your layout to function. You can fire a coupler from neutral or while in motion.

  • Page 9: Lock Into A Direction

    Lock into a Direction: You can lock your engine into a direction (forward, neutral, or reverse) so that it will not change directions. To do this, put the engine into the direction you want (or into neutral to lock it into neutral), run it at a very slow crawl (as slowly as it will move without halting), and quickly but firmly press the Horn button once followed immediately by three presses of the Bell button.

  • Page 10: Maintenance

    Maintenance: Lubrication and Greasing Instructions The engine should be oiled and greased in order to run properly. You should regularly lubricate all side rods and linkage components and pickup rollers to prevent them from squeaking. Use light household oil and follow the lubrication points marked “L”...

  • Page 11: Cleaning The Wheels, Tires And Track

    Cleaning the Wheels, Tires and Track Periodically check the locomotive wheels and pickups for dirt and buildup, which can cause poor electrical contact and traction and prematurely wear out the neoprene traction tires. Wheels and tires can be cleaned using denatured alcohol (not rubbing alcohol), which can be found in home improvement stores, applied with a cotton swab.

  • Page 12: Smoke Unit Maintenance

    ® ProtoSmoke Unit Operation This steam locomotive contains a smoke unit that outputs smoke through the smokestack on the boiler of the engine. The smoke unit is essentially a small heating element and wick that soaks up and then heats a mineral oil-based fluid that emits a harmless smoke.

  • Page 13: Locomotive Light Bulb Replacement

    the smoke unit inspection cover from the locomotive’s body (see Fig. 6). After removing the chassis and inspection cover screws, lift the inspection plate away and inspect the wick. If it is darkly discolored and hard, it should be replaced. You can obtain replacement parts and wick replacement instructions from the M.T.H.

  • Page 14: Self-Charging Battery Back-Up

    Self-Charging Battery Back-Up The special NiCad 7-cell 8.4v self-charging battery in this engine improves performance at any speed. It ensures that power to the sound system will remain on during directional changes, or when travelling over dirty track or switches. The self-charging battery system is automatically turned on or off whenever track power is turned on or off.

  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    ® Troubleshooting Proto-Sound 2.0 Problems Although Proto-Sound 2.0 has been designed and engineered for ease of use, you may have some questions during initial operation. The following table should answer most questions. If your problem cannot be resolved with this table, contact M.T.H.
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  • Page 17: Compatibility

    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 Gs-2 Steam Engine...

  • Page 18: Transformer Compatibility Chart

    Transformer Compatibility and Wiring 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 Gs-2 Steam Engine...

  • Page 19: Additional Features With Dcs Remote Control System

    Additional Features Accessible with the DCS Remote Control System: While conventional mode operation of a Proto-Sound 2.0 engine yields wonderfully realistic sound and several train control features, command mode operation allows the user to access a world of command functions never before accessible to O Gauge railroaders.
  • Page 20 • Proto-Effects™ Set Up-User can select individual Proto-Effects™ operations to be active or inactive, including cab chatter, train wreck sounds, coupler sounds, and wheel clickety-clack sounds . • Direction Control Set Up-User can set initial individual start-up direction (start in forward or reverse) for double-heading operations. •...

  • Page 21: Safety Precautions

    CAUTION: Electrically Operated Product: Not recommended for children under 10 years of age. M.T.H. recommends adult supervision with children ages 10 - 16. As with all electric products, precautions should be observed during handling and use to reduce the risk of electric shock.
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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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