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Alco S-2
Diesel Engine
OPERATOR'S MANUAL (3V PS-2)
Compatibility
This engine will operate on any traditional
O-31 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 pag e 21 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 Alco S-2 Diesel Engine OPERATOR’S MANUAL (3V PS-2) Compatibility This engine will operate on any traditional O-31 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 pag e 21 for a complete list of compatible transformers and wiring instructions.)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Set Up Checklist......................Lubrication....................... Checking the Battery..................Priming the Smoke Unit................. Basic Operation......................Activating Features................... 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.................... -
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 15. Premier Alco S-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 4: Priming The Smoke Unit
Add Smoke Fluid Figure 2. Adding Smoke Fluid Running the engine without a primed smoke unit may cause damage Smoke Unit Volume Figure 3. Smoke Unit Control Premier Alco S-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 5: 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 Alco S-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 6: Volume Control
To adjust the volume of all sounds made by this engine, turn the master volume control knob located next to the fuel tank clockwise to increase the volume and counter-clockwise to decrease the volume. Volume Adjustment Knob Figure 4. Manual Volume Adjustment Knob Premier Alco S-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 7: Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions
FYS/PSA. 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 Premier Alco S-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 8: 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 depletion will play, and the knuckle will be released. Fire Horn/ Horn/ Horn/ Bell Rear Whistle Whistle Whistle Coupler Premier Alco S-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 9: Speed Control
Direction Lock Place Two Whistle Blasts Engine into whistle Whistle Bell Bell Bell (indicates change is made) Desired Repeat to Return Direction to Normal Condition Premier Alco S-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 10: 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 Alco S-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 11: Maintenance
(in the truck block) with grease. 4. Reassemble the truck and motor, being careful not to pinch any wires between the truck block and motor mount. Premier Alco S-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 12: Cleaning The Wheels, Tires And Track
Thereafter, keep an eye on the track and clean it when it gets dirty to ensure good electrical contact and to lengthen the life of the tires. Premier Alco S-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 13: Traction Tire Replacement Instructions
5. Reassemble in the reverse order. Replacement parts are available directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department (order online: www.mth-railking.com, e-mail: parts@mth-railking.com; mail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532, FAX: 410-381-6122). Premier Alco S-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 14: Headlight Replacement Instructions
Gently disconnect the bulb harness from the connector, and remove the bulb. Insert the new bulb harness and reconnect. Replacement bulb harnesses are available directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department. Replacing the Light Bulb Figure 8. Replacing the Light Bulbs Premier Alco S-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 15: Self Charging Battery Back-Up
Replace: If the sounds are not improved at the end of the 15-minute test charge, it is time to replace the battery. Available through M.T.H. Parts. Disconnect Battery And Slide Out Of Bracket Remove the Enginers Figure 10. Battery Location. Premier Alco S-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 16: Protosmoke Unit Operation
If it is darkly discolored and hard, it should be replaced. Replacement parts and wick replacement instructions are available directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department (order online: www.mth-railking.com, e-mail: parts@mth-railking.com; mail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532, FAX: 410-381-6122). Premier Alco S-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... - Page 17 Inspection Cover Screws Figure 11. Inspecting the Smoke Unit Wick Premier Alco S-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0...
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Page 18: 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 Alco S-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... - Page 19 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 Alco S-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0...
- Page 20 FYS after fourth FYS cycle. Wait at least 30 press of the direction button. seconds in each FYS sound clip before pressing the direction button. Premier Alco S-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0...
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Page 21: Transformer Compatibility And Wiring Chart
9-19v 110-Watt Standard 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 Premier Alco S-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 22: 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 Alco S-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 23: 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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