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RailKing EP-5 Electric Engine
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
(Ps3)
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
Freight Yard Sound
transformers. (See page 19 for complete
list of compatible transformers and wiring
instructions.)
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- Page 1 RailKing EP-5 Electric Engine OPERATOR’S MANUAL (Ps3) 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 Freight Yard Sound transformers. (See page 19 for complete list of compatible transformers and wiring instructions.)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Set Up Checklist ......................3 Lubrication ......................3 Checking the Battery ....................3 Basic Operation .......................4 Activating Features....................4 Manual Volume Control ..................5 Proto-Sound®3.0 Operating Instructions ..............6 Activating Proto-Sound®3.0 Conventional Mode Features ........6 Freight Yard Sounds (FYS)/Passenger Station Announcements (PSA) ....6 Proto-Coupler™... -
Page 3: Set Up Checklist
Set Up Checklist - Lubricate the locomotive - Check to see whether the battery needs to be charged for full sound effects - Apply power to run as described in the Basic Operating Section of this manual Lubrication You should lubricate the engine to prevent it from squeaking. Use light household oil and follow the lubrication points marked “L”... -
Page 4: Basic Operation
Basic Operation The Throttle knob controls how fast your train will travel. Turn the throttle knob up ½-way, until the engine and caboose lights shine bright. Put the engine into motion by pressing the Direction button on your transformer once. (hold it for approximately 1 second) If the engine does not begin to move as soon as you firmly press the Direction button, you may not have sent enough voltage to the track to make the train move. -
Page 5: Manual Volume Control
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 EP-5 Electric Engine with Ps3... -
Page 6: Proto-Sound®3.0 Operating Instructions
Proto-Sound® 3.0 Operating Instructions This manual contains the operating instructions for Proto-Sound® 3.0 in conventional mode only. Instructions for accessing DCS command mode features accompany the DCS Remote Control System equipment. Activating Proto-Sound® 3.0 Conventional Mode Features: Proto-Sound® 3.0 features are activated by sequences of Bell and Horn/Whistle button pushes described below. Please read the full descriptions of each feature before using it. -
Page 7: Proto-Coupler™ Operation
The FYS/PSA will continue, and within a few seconds, the engine will start and move out on its own at the current throttle setting, in the same direction it was traveling when you began the sequence. Once the bells turns off, the operator regains control of the transformer’s Bell and Horn/Whislte buttons and can ring the bell or blow the horn/whistle as usual. -
Page 8: Speed Control
Front Coupler: To fire the front coupler (if your engine has one), quickly tap the Bell button once followed by four quick taps of the Horn/Whistle button, allowing approximately 1/2 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. Speed Control: M.T.H. -
Page 9: Reset To Factory Default
Reset to Factory Defaults: To override the settings you currently have assigned to the engine and reset it to its facto- ry defaults, while in Neutral tap the Horn/Whistle button quickly once, followed by five quick taps of the Bell button, allowing approximately 1/2 second to lapse between each quick button press. -
Page 10: Maintenance
Maintenance Lubricating and Greasing Instructions The engine should be well oiled and greased in order to run properly. Regularly lubricate all axels and pickup rollers to prevent squeaking. Use light household oil, such as that found in M.T.H’s maintenance kit. Do not over oil. Use only a drop or two on each pivot point. -
Page 11: Cleaning The Wheels, Tires And Track
5. After repeating the procedure for the other motor, reassemble the chassis and body, being careful that the wire harnesses are not caught between the chassis and body, and reinstall the body mount screws. Lubricate the outside truck block idler and drive gears with grease. Use the diagram shown below as a guide and add grease to the points marked. -
Page 12: Traction Tire Replacement Instructions
Traction Tire Replacement Instructions Your locomotive is equipped with two neoprene rubber traction tires on each powered truck block. While these tires are extremely durable, you may need to replace them at some point. First, remove the truck sides from the truck block. To do this, turn your engine upside down. -
Page 13: Locomotive Light Bulb Replacement
Locomotive Light Bulb Replacement To replace the burned out light bulbs on this locomotive, follow these intructions. Follow the cab removal instructions in the “Lubrication and Greasing Instructions” section on pg. 10 of this manual. Once the body has been removed, locate burned out light bulb(s). Carefully remove bulb(s) from mounting, Disconnect light bulb harness from main harness wire. -
Page 14: Troubleshooting Proto-Sound 3.0 Problems
Troubleshooting Proto-Sound 3.0 Problems Although Proto-Sound 3.0 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. for assistance. Starting Up Remedy When I first turn the power on, the engine will not... - Page 15 Remedy Cab Chatter Sometimes the Cab Chatter sounds don’t play Cab Chatter plays only in neutral at random intervals. Lock-out Remedy I can’t get the engine to run after I power up the The engine is locked into neutral position. Follow transformer.
- Page 16 FYS/PSA Remedy Once in FYS/PSA, the engine doesn’t go into So that the FYS/PSA effects can be as realtistic reverse. as possible, Proto-Sound 3.0 disables the reversing unit whenever FYS/PSA is enabled. This way the engine remains still at its stop as the operator cycles through the FYS/PSA sequences.
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Page 17: Additional Features Accessible With The Dcs Remote Control System
Additional Features Accessible With The DCS Remote Control System (Additional equipment required) While conventional mode operation of a Proto-Sound® 3.0 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. With the addition of the DCS Remote Control System (including a DCS remote handheld and Track Interface Unit) users gain many advanced features, including: •DCS Proto-Speed Control - Establishes desired locomotive speed in scale miles per hour increments via a... -
Page 18: Transformer Compatibility And Wiring Chart
Transformer Compatibility and Wiring Chart Proto-Sound® 3.0 is designed to work with most standard AC transformers. The chart below lists the many compatible transformers. 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. -
Page 19: Service & Warranty Information
M.T.H. Electric Trains 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive . Columbia MD 21046-1532 All M.T.H. products purchased from an Authorized M.T.H. Retailer are covered by this warranty. See our Website www.mthtrains.com to identify an M.T.H. Retailer near you. EP-5 Electric Engine with Ps3...
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How to replace a broken plastic/rubber wheel?
The context does not provide specific instructions on how to replace a broken plastic or rubber wheel on the MTH EP-5. However, it does mention the possibility of ordering an axle from MTH to replace a component. For an accurate replacement process, refer to the locomotive’s service manual or contact the manufacturer.
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