Table Of Contents - M.T.H. Premier ES44AC Operator's Manual

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)..
Proto-Coupler™ Operation...........................................................................
Speed Control...................................................................................................
Locking Locomotive Into A Direction.........................................................
Reset To Factory Default.................................................................................
Automatic Sound Effects.................................................................................
Maintenance....................................................................................................................
Lubricating and Greasing Instructions.........................................................
Cleaning The Wheels, Tires and Track.........................................................
Traction Tire Replacement Instructions.......................................................
Locomotive Light Bulb Replacement.............................................................
Self Charging Battery Back-Up......................................................................
ProtoSmoke™ Unit Operation........................................................................
Troubleshooting Proto-Sound® 2.0 Problems............................................
Additional Features Accessible with the DCS Remote Control System..
Transformer Compatibility and Wiring Chart............................................
Recommended DC Power Supplies..............................................................
Service & Warranty Information...................................................................
Limited One-Year Warranty.............................................................................
CAUTION: ELECTRICALLY OPERA TED PRODUCT:
Recommended for Ages 14 and up. Not recommended for children under 14 years of age without adult supervision. As
with all electric products, precautions should be observed during handling and use to prevent electric shock.
WARNING: When using electrical products, basic safety precautions should be observed, including the following:
Read this manual thoroughly before using this device.
M.T.H. recommends that all users and persons supervising use examine the hobby transformer and other electronic equipment
periodically for conditions that may result in the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, such as damage to the primary cord,
plug blades, housing, output jacks or other parts. In the event such conditions exist, the train set should not be used until properly
repaired.
Do not operate your layout unattended. Obstructed accessories or stalled trains may overheat, resulting in damage to your layout.
This train set is intended for indoor use. Do not use if water is present. Serious injury or fatality may result.
Do not operate the hobby transformer with damaged cord, plug, switches, buttons or case.
This product may be protected by one or more of the following patents: 6,019,289; 6,280,278;
6,281,606; 6,291,263; 6,457,681; 6,491,263; 6,604,641; 6,619,594; 6,624,537; 6,655,640.
©2009, M.T.H. Electric Trains®, Columbia, MD 21046
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