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Premier ES44AC
Diesel Engine
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
(3V PS-2)
(Proto-Scale 3-2)
Compatibility
This engine will operate on any
traditional O-36 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
24 for a complete list of compatible
transformers and wiring instructions.)
Freight Yard Sound
PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE
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- Page 1 Premier ES44AC Diesel Engine OPERATOR’S MANUAL (3V PS-2) (Proto-Scale 3-2) Compatibility This engine will operate on any traditional O-36 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..................Priming the Smoke Unit................. Configuring the Locomotive for 2-rail or 3-Rail Operation..... Ensuring Proper Power to Track Polarity............ 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).. -
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 17. Premier ES44AC Diesel Engine with PS-2 and Proto-Scale 3-2... -
Page 4: Priming The Smoke Unit
-DCS polarity switch -Master volume control -Battery charger port Running the engine without a primed smoke unit may cause damage Add Smoke Fluid Smoke Unit Control Adding Smoke Fluid Smoke Unit Control Premier ES44AC Diesel Engine with PS-2 and Proto-Scale 3-2... -
Page 5: Configuring The Locomotive For 2-Rail Or 3-Rail Operation
2-Rail track operation, please do the following: 1. Remove the center rail pickup roller assemblies 2. Change the power input from 3-Rail to 2-Rail as seen in figure below. 3-Rail Pickups 3-Rail Pickups 2-Rail/3-Rail Switch 2-Rail/3-Rail Operation Premier ES44AC Diesel Engine with PS-2 and Proto-Scale 3-2... -
Page 6: Ensuring Proper Power To Track Polarity
(shown below) in the opposite direction. For the configuration and polarity (shown above) the DCS Polarity switch should be towards the front of the locomotive. DCS Polarity Switch Changing the polarity with the locomotive polarity switch Premier ES44AC Diesel Engine with PS-2 and Proto-Scale 3-2... -
Page 7: 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 ES44AC Diesel Engine with PS-2 and Proto-Scale 3-2... -
Page 8: 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 ES44AC Diesel Engine with PS-2 and Proto-Scale 3-2... -
Page 9: 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 ES44AC Diesel Engine with PS-2 and Proto-Scale 3-2... -
Page 10: 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 ES44AC Diesel Engine with PS-2 and Proto-Scale 3-2... -
Page 11: Speed Control
Direction Lock Two Whistle Blasts whistle (indicates change is made) Repeat to Return to Normal Condition Premier ES44AC Diesel Engine with PS-2 and Proto-Scale 3-2... -
Page 12: 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 ES44AC Diesel Engine with PS-2 and Proto-Scale 3-2... -
Page 13: 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 Grease Port Screw Location Premier ES44AC Diesel Engine with PS-2 and Proto-Scale 3-2... -
Page 14: 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 ES44AC Diesel Engine with PS-2 and Proto-Scale 3-2... -
Page 15: 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 ES44AC Diesel Engine with PS-2 and Proto-Scale 3-2... -
Page 16: Locomotive Light Bulb Replacement
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 Mount Screws Body Mount Screw Locations Premier ES44AC Diesel Engine with PS-2 and Proto-Scale 3-2... -
Page 17: Self Charging Battery Back-Up
**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 Premier ES44AC Diesel Engine with PS-2 and Proto-Scale 3-2... -
Page 18: Protosmoke™ Unit Operation
10-15 drops of smoke fluid or turn the smoke unit off. When storing the unit for long periods of time, you may want to add about 15 drops of fluid to prevent the wick from drying out. Premier ES44AC Diesel Engine with PS-2 and Proto-Scale 3-2... - Page 19 Choose from 12 different scents: Christmas, Coal, Diesel, Wood Burning, Coffee, Eggs & Bacon, Vanilla, Candy Cane, Barbeque, Pipe Smoke, Cinnamon Roll, and Apple Pie Premier ES44AC Diesel Engine with PS-2 and Proto-Scale 3-2...
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Page 20: 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 ES44AC Diesel Engine with PS-2 and Proto-Scale 3-2... - Page 21 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 ES44AC Diesel Engine with PS-2 and Proto-Scale 3-2...
- Page 22 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 ES44AC Diesel Engine with PS-2 and Proto-Scale 3-2...
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Page 23: Additional Features Accessible With The Dcs Remote Control System
(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 ES44AC Diesel Engine with PS-2 and Proto-Scale 3-2... -
Page 24: Transformer Compatibility And Wiring Chart
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 ES44AC Diesel Engine with PS-2 and Proto-Scale 3-2... -
Page 25: Recommended Dc Power Supplies
300 Watt Electronic BridgeWorks Magnum 200 0-24v 300 Watt Electronic BridgeWorks Magnum 400 0-24v 300 Watt Electronic BridgeWorks Magnum 1000 0-24v 300 Watt Electronic LGB Jumbo 50101 0-24v 240 Watt Electronic Premier ES44AC Diesel Engine with PS-2 and Proto-Scale 3-2... -
Page 26: 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.