MTHTrains PREMIER AC6000 DIESEL ENGINE Operating Instructions Manual
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PREMIER AC6000
DIESEL ENGINE
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
This AC6000 Diesel Engine features a detailed ABS body, die-cast trucks and runs on
O-42 curves. This Premier Diesel Engine contains state-of-the-art electronics with many
built-in automatic features for incredibly realistic operation. Despite these advanced
features, the locomotive is easy to operate with any compatible standard AC transformer
that is equipped with whistle and bell buttons (see the compatibility chart on page 20),
and is compatible with most other 3-rail locomotives, rolling stock, and accessories.
This locomotive is equipped with Proto-Sound 2.0 with Digital Command System
(DCS). This new system will allow you to operate your locomotive in Command mode
(when used with the DCS Remote Control System, sold separately) or Conventional
mode. Conventional operating features are described in the following pages, while the
DCS operating features are covered in the set of operating instructions that
accompanies the DCS equipment. Conventional Mode operation of this locomotive is
much simpler than operation of original Proto-Sound engines. For your own safety and
that of your equipment, please read the instructions before you operate this engine.
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- Page 1 PREMIER AC6000 DIESEL ENGINE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS This AC6000 Diesel Engine features a detailed ABS body, die-cast trucks and runs on O-42 curves. This Premier Diesel Engine contains state-of-the-art electronics with many built-in automatic features for incredibly realistic operation. Despite these advanced features, the locomotive is easy to operate with any compatible standard AC transformer that is equipped with whistle and bell buttons (see the compatibility chart on page 20), and is compatible with most other 3-rail locomotives, rolling stock, and accessories.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
ProtoSmoke Unit Operation Lubrication and Greasing Instructions Traction Tire Replacement Light Bulb Replacement Self-Charging Battery Back-Up Troubleshooting Compatibility Transformer Compatibility Chart Additional Features with DCS Remote Control System Safety Precautions Service and Warranty Information Premier AC6000 Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... -
Page 3: Set Up
See the “ProtoSmoke Unit Operation” section of this book for more information on smoke unit maintenance. At this point, you are ready to put your engine on the track and begin running Premier AC6000 Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... -
Page 4: Basic Operation
(see Fig. 1) . Proto-Sound 2.0 Volume Adjustment Knob Figure 1. Adjusting the Proto-Sound 2.0 Volume Premier AC6000 Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... -
Page 5: Proto-Sound 2.0 Operation
Fire the Front Coupler 1 Bell, 4 Whistles Speed Control On/Off 1 Whistle, 2 Bells (From Neutral Only) Lock into a Direction/Unlock 1 Whistle, 3 Bells Reset to Factory Defaults 1 Whistle, 5 Bells (From Neutral Only) Premier AC6000 Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... -
Page 6: Freight Yard Sounds (Fys)
Once the bell turns off, the operator regains control of the transformer’s bell and whistle buttons and can ring the bell or blow the whistle as usual. Premier AC6000 Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... -
Page 7: Tips On Using Fys
• FYS can be triggered from Neutral. It will operate the same as if triggered while in motion except that, at the conclusion of the FYS, the engine will depart in the next direction of travel, as opposed to the direction it was traveling before entering Neutral. Premier AC6000 Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... -
Page 8: Proto-Coupler® Operation
Note: When speed control is turned off, the Proto-Sound 2.0 system will limit the volume in order to operate more smoothly at lower voltages. Full volume is restored upon reactivating speed control. Premier AC6000 Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... -
Page 9: Lock Into A Direction
Squealing Brakes play when the engine’s speed is decreased rapidly. Cab Chatter plays 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 AC6000 Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... -
Page 10: Maintenance
10-15 drops of smoke fluid or turn the Switch 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 AC6000 Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... - Page 11 If it is darkly discolored Figure 4. Inspecting the Smoke Unit and hard, it should be replaced. Replacement wicks are available from the M.T.H. Parts Department. Premier AC6000 Diesel Engine Operating Instructions...
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Page 12: Lubrication And Greasing Instructions
3. Once the motor mount screw has been removed, pull the motor away from the truck block and lightly coat the motor worm gear and bronze drive gear (in the truck block) with grease. Premier AC6000 Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... -
Page 13: Traction Tire Replacement
Screws to Access the Traction truck sides from the trucks in order to slip the Tires new tire over the grooved drive wheel. See Fig. 8 for which screws you must remove to do this. Premier AC6000 Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... -
Page 14: Light Bulb Replacement
Gently disconnect the bulb harness from the socket on the constant voltage circuit and replace the bulb as shown in Figure 9. Replaceable Lights Replaceable (both sides of motor) Light Replaceable Lights CV Board Figure 9. Replacing the Lights in your Engine Premier AC6000 Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... -
Page 15: Self-Charging Battery Back-Up
Self-Charging Battery Back-Up Unhook wires, unscrew bracket, remove battery, and replace AC Battery Recharging Jack Figure 11. Replacing the Battery (Remove the fuel tank to access the battery.) Location of the Battery Re-charging Jack. Premier AC6000 Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... - Page 16 The special NiCad 7-cell 8.4v self-charging battery in this engine improves performance at any speed. It ensures that power to the sound system will remain on during directional changes, or when travelling over dirty track or switches. The self-charging battery system is automatically turned on or off whenever track power is turned on or off.
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Page 17: Troubleshooting
Do NOT uncouple on the fly. use oil. The coupler needs to be cleaned. The coupler does not fire or stay coupled. Wipe with denatured alcohol (not rubbing alcohol) and let dry. Premier AC6000 Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... - Page 18 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 AC6000 Diesel Engine Operating Instructions...
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Page 19: Compatibility
This engine will operate on any traditional O-42 track system, including ® ™ M.T.H.’s RealTrax or ScaleTrax or traditional tubular track. It is also compatible with most standard AC transformers. (See page 20 for a complete list of compatible transformers and wiring instructions.) Premier AC6000 Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... -
Page 20: Transformer Compatibility Chart
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 Common 0-20v 135/190 Watt Electronic A,B,C or D Celebration Series ZW * Conventional Mode Only Premier AC6000 Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... -
Page 21: Additional Features With Dcs Remote Control System
• Independent Volume Control of Engine Sounds, Bell, Horn & Whistle for each Locomotive • Control up to 50 different DCS-Equipped Locomotives at one time with multiple TIUs• Proto-Effects™ Set Up-User can select individual Premier AC6000 Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... - Page 22 Programming Digital Command Operations for up to 250 Accessories and 250 Individual Switches • User Can Script, Record and Playback Train Routes Operating instructions for all DCS Command features will accompany the DCS remote control equipment. Premier AC6000 Diesel Engine Operating Instructions...
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Page 23: Safety Precautions
In the event such conditions exist, the transformer should not be used until properly repaired. - As with all electrical appliances, this product should not be left in operation when unattended. Premier AC6000 Diesel Engine Operating Instructions... -
Page 24: Service And Warranty Information
Service & Warranty Information How to Get Service Under the Terms of the Limited One-Year Warranty For warranty repair, follow the instructions below to obtain warranty service. 1. First, e-mail, write, call or fax an Authorized M.T.H. Service Center in your area or M.T.H. Electric Trains to obtain Repair Authorization.
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