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SW-9 Switcher
Diesel Engine
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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 page19 for a
complete list of compatible transformers
and wiring instructions.)
PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE
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- Page 1 SW-9 Switcher Diesel Engine OPERATOR’S MANUAL Compatibility This engine will operate on any traditional O-31 Gauge track system, ® including M.T.H.’s RealTrax ™ ScaleTrax or traditional tubular track. It is also compatible with most standard AC transformers. (See page19 for a complete list of compatible transformers and wiring instructions.) PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE...
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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 Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions............6 Activating Proto-Sound 2.0 Conventional Mode Features....Freight Yard Sounds (FYS)..............7 Proto-Coupler® Operation..............8 Speed Control..................9 Locking Locomotive Into A Direction..........10 Reset To Factory Default............... -
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 14. RailKing SW-9 Switcher Diesel Engine... -
Page 4: Basic Operation
Neutral each press and release of the direction Reverse Forward button. The engine is programmed to Neutral restart in neutral each time the track voltage is turned off for 25 seconds or more. RailKing SW-9 Switcher Diesel Engine... - Page 5 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. Figure 2: Manual Volume Adjustment Knob RailKing SW-9 Switcher Diesel Engine...
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Page 6: Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions
Timing Chart Press Press Press ½ Sec. ½ Sec. Horn Pause Bell Pause Bell Short & Short & Short & Firm Firm Firm ½ Total Time Lapse: 1 Seconds RailKing SW-9 Switcher Diesel Engine... -
Page 7: Freight Yard Sounds (Fys)
Once the bell turns off, the operator regains control of the transformer's Bell and Whistle/Horn buttons and can ring the bell or blow the horn as usual. RailKing SW-9 Switcher Diesel Engine... -
Page 8: Proto-Coupler® Operation
Whistle/Horn 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 Bell Horn Horn Horn Rear Coupler RailKing SW-9 Switcher Diesel Engine... -
Page 9: Speed Control
Speed Control Two Horn Blasts Place Horn Bell Bell Engine into ( i n dicates change is made) Neutral Repeat to Return to Normal Condition RailKing SW-9 Switcher Diesel Engine... -
Page 10: Locking Locomotive Into A Direction
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. RailKing SW-9 Switcher Diesel Engine... -
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. RailKing SW-9 Switcher Diesel Engine... -
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. RailKing SW-9 Switcher Diesel Engine... -
Page 13: Traction Tire Replacement Instructions
5. Reassemble in reverse order. One set of replacement tires is packaged with the model. Additional tires are available directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department (phone: 410-381-2580; fax: 410-423-0009; e-mail: parts@mth-railking.com; mail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532). RailKing SW-9 Switcher Diesel Engine... -
Page 14: Headlight Replacement Instructions
Replacement bulbs are available directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department. Follow the body removal instructions found in the Lubrication and Greasing Instructions. Gently disconnect the bulb harness from the socket on the constant voltage circuit or connector terminal and replace the bulb. RailKing SW-9 Switcher Diesel Engine... -
Page 15: Self Charging Battery Back-Up
Do NOT use a 6-cell 7.2v battery. Remove two screws Disconnect Battery, to gain access to the battery. And Slide Out Battery In Direction Of Arrow Figure 8: Removing The Battery RailKing SW-9 Switcher Diesel Engine... -
Page 16: Troubleshooting Proto-Sound® 2.0 Problems
The following table should answer most questions. If your problem cannot be resolved with this table, contact M.T.H. for assistance (telephone: 410-381-2580; fax: 410-423-0009; service@mth-railking.com, 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532). RailKing SW-9 Switcher Diesel Engine... - Page 17 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. RailKing SW-9 Switcher Diesel Engine...
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Page 19: Transformer Compatibility And Wiring Chart
In addition, the chart details how the terminals on these transformers should be attached to your layout. RailKing SW-9 Switcher Diesel Engine... -
Page 20: 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 RailKing SW-9 Switcher Diesel Engine... -
Page 21: Service & Warranty Information
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