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INPLATE
RADITIONS
By MTH Electric Trains
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Tinplate 381E
Electric Locomotive
OPERATOR'S MANUAL (TRADITIONAL)
Compatibility
This engine will operate on any
traditional Standard Gauge tubular track
system, including M.T.H. ' s tubular track.
It is also compatible with most standard
AC transformers.
(See page 7 for a
complete list of compatible transformers
and wiring instructions.)
PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE
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- Page 1 ® INPLATE RADITIONS By MTH Electric Trains ® Tinplate 381E Electric Locomotive OPERATOR’S MANUAL (TRADITIONAL) Compatibility This engine will operate on any traditional Standard Gauge tubular track system, including M.T.H. ’ s tubular track. It is also compatible with most standard AC transformers.
- Page 2 Table of Contents Set Up Checklist......................Lubrication....................... Basic Operation......................Direction Control.................... Maintenance........................Lubricating and Greasing Instructions............Cleaning The Wheels, Tires and Track............Headlight Replacement Instructions............. Transformer Compatibility and Wiring Chart..........Service & Warranty Information..............CAUTION: ELECTRICALLY OPERA TED PRODUCT: Not recommended for children under 10 years of age. M.T.H. recommends adult supervision with children ages 10 - 16. As with all electric products, precautions should be observed during handling and use to reduce the risk of electric shock.
- Page 3 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. Turn the throttle up a bit higher until the train begins to move. Tinplate 381E Electric Locomotive...
- Page 4 This will keep the reversing unit from changing states with track power interruptions. Moving the lever back to the left will allow the reversing unit to cycle through the sequence again with power interruptions Directional Lever Tinplate 381E Electric Locomotive...
- Page 5 However, it will be necessary to lubricate the idler gears located next to the drive wheels with grease every 25 hours of operation. Follow the greasing points illustrated in Figure 3. Grease Idler Gear (G) Figure 3 Tinplate 381E Electric Locomotive...
- Page 6 The locomotive’s headlights and marker lights are controlled by track voltage. The headlight is easy to remove and replace when it burns out. The bulb(s) simply unscrew from their sockets. Replacement bulbs are available directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department. Replaceable Marker Lights ReplaceableHeadlight Tinplate 381E Electric Locomotive...
- Page 7 Lionel RW 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 Tinplate 381E Electric Locomotive...
- Page 8 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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