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Premier E33
Electric Engine
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
(3V PS-2)
Compatibility
This engine will operate on any
traditional O-42 Gauge track system,
including M.T.H. ' s RealTrax® or
ScaleTrax™ or traditional tubular
track. It is also compatible with most
Passenger Station Announcement
standard AC transformers. (See page
19 for a complete list of compatible
transformers and wiring instructions.)
Freight Yard Sound
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- Page 1 Premier E33 Electric Engine OPERATOR’S MANUAL (3V PS-2) Compatibility This engine will operate on any traditional O-42 Gauge track system, including M.T.H. ’ s RealTrax® or ScaleTrax™ or traditional tubular track. It is also compatible with most Passenger Station Announcement standard AC transformers.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Set Up Checklist......................Lubrication....................... Checking the Battery..................Basic Operation......................Activating Features................... Manual Volume Control.................. Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions..............Activating Proto-Sound 2.0 Conventional Mode Features......Freight Yard Sounds (FYS)/Passenger Station Announcements (PSA).. Proto-Coupler™ Operation................Speed Control....................Locking Locomotive Into A Direction............Reset To Factory Default................. -
Page 3: Set Up Checklist
If you notice that the sounds are g arbled, test and charge the engine as described in the "Self-Charging Battery Back-Up" on page 14. Premier E33 Electric Engine with PS-2... -
Page 4: Basic Operation
The engine is programmed to restart in neutral each time the track voltage is turned off for 25 seconds or more. Cycle Phases Neutral Reverse Forward Neutral Premier E33 Electric Engine with PS-2... -
Page 5: Manual Volume Control
To adjust the volume of all sounds made by this engine, turn the manual volume control (shown below) clockwise to increase the volume and counter-clockwise to decrease the volume. Manual Volume Control Manual Volume Control Premier E33 Electric Engine with PS-2... -
Page 6: Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions
After about 30 seconds, press the Direction button again to trigger the third FYS/PSA sequence. Again, after allowing about 30 seconds for that sequence to run, press the Direction button one more time to trigger the fourth and final FYS/PSA sequence. Premier E33 Electric Engine with PS-2... -
Page 7: Proto-Coupler™ Operation
Horn/Whistle button, allowing approximately ½ second to lapse between each quick button press. The sound of the liftbar and air line de pletion will play, and the knuckle will be released. Fire Horn/ Horn/ Horn/ Bell Rear Whistle Whistle Whistle Coupler Premier E33 Electric Engine with PS-2... -
Page 8: Speed Control
Direction Lock Two Whistle Blasts whistle (indicates change is made) Repeat to Return to Normal Condition Premier E33 Electric Engine with PS-2... -
Page 9: Reset To Factory Default
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 E33 Electric Engine with PS-2... -
Page 10: Maintenance
Remove the two grease port screws (two per gearbox). Use a grease tube dispenser and put a small amount (Approx. 1-2 mL.) of lithium-based grease into each grease port. Replace the screws. Grease Port Screw Location Grease Port Screw Premier E33 Electric Engine with PS-2... -
Page 11: Cleaning The Wheels, Tires And Track
Durably constructed from ABS plastic, the block includes a built-in cleaning pad. For really stuborn track, you can insert sandpaper into the block in just a few quick steps. Track Cleaning Block (40-1099) Maintenance Kit (30-50010) Premier E33 Electric Engine with PS-2... -
Page 12: Traction Tire Replacement Instructions
One set of replacement tires is packaged with the model. Additional tires are available directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department (Order online: www.mth- railking.com, e-mail: parts@mth-railking.com,Fax: 410-423-0009, Phone: 410-381- 2500, Mail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532, ). Truckside Screws Truckside Screws Premier E33 Electric Engine with PS-2... -
Page 13: Locomotive Light Bulb Replacement
(Order online: www.mth-railking.com, e-mail: parts@mth-railking.com,Fax: 410- 423-0009, Phone: 410-381-2500, Mail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532, ). Connect replacement bulb harness and reassemble in reverse. Body Mount Screws Body Mount Screws Body Removal Screw Locations Premier E33 Electric Engine with PS-2... -
Page 14: Self Charging Battery Back-Up
PS 2.0 circuit board and/or the batteries. **Do not use alkaline batteries for testing or checking purposes for the 3-Volt PS2 boards. Using alkaline batteries will damage the 3-Volt battery charging circuit.** Lift Out Battery Battery Location Premier E33 Electric Engine with PS-2... -
Page 15: Troubleshooting Proto-Sound® 2.0 Problems
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 E33 Electric Engine with PS-2... - Page 16 Because there are a limited number of sound clips available in each FYS/PSA sequence, it is probable that some of these sound clips will be repeated from time to time. Premier E33 Electric Engine with PS-2...
- Page 17 FYS/PSA will advance to the next not come out of FYS/PSA after step in the FYS/PSA cycle. Wait fourth press of the direction at least 30 seconds in each button. FYS/PSA sound clip before pressing the direction button. Premier E33 Electric Engine with PS-2...
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Page 18: Additional Features Accessible With The 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 Premier E33 Electric Engine with PS-2... -
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 Premier E33 Electric Engine with PS-2... -
Page 20: Service & Warranty Information
Service & Warranty Information How to Get Service Under the Terms of the Limited One-Year Warranty When you suspect an item is defective, please check the operator's manual for standard operation and trouble- shooting techniques that may correct the problem. Additional information may be found on the M.T.H. Website. Should you still require service, follow the instructions below to obtain warranty service.
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