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MTHTrains 2-8-2 L-1 Mikado Steam Locomotive Operator's Manual

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2-8-2 L-1 Mikado
Steam Locomotive
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Compatibility
This engine is available in 2-rail and
3-rail Versions and will operate on any
O-42 Gauge track system (3-rail), 31"
radius (2-rail) including M.T.H.'s
RealTrax and ScaleTrax or traditional
tubular track. It is also compatible with
most AC and DC transformers. See
page 24 for a list of compatible
Freight Yard Sound
transformers and wiring instructions.
PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE

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  • Page 1 2-8-2 L-1 Mikado Steam Locomotive OPERATOR’S MANUAL Compatibility This engine is available in 2-rail and 3-rail Versions and will operate on any O-42 Gauge track system (3-rail), 31" radius (2-rail) including M.T.H.'s RealTrax and ScaleTrax or traditional tubular track. It is also compatible with most AC and DC transformers.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Configuring Locomotive for 2-Rail or 3-Rail Operation........Installing/Removing 3-Rail Pickup Rollers..........Ensuring Proper Power to Track Polarity..........Changing Track Polarity Inside the Locomotive........Set Up Checklist......................Lubrication....................... Priming the Smoke Unit................. Placing the Engine on the Track..............Checking the Battery..................

  • Page 3: Configuring Locomotive For 2-Rail Or 3-Rail Operation

    TIU to the track and orientation of the locomotive when sitting on the track follows the illustration in Figure 2. To TIU Black T erminal To TIU Red T erminal Figure 2 Premier 2-8-2 L-1 Mikado Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 4: Changing Track Polarity Inside The Locomotive

    (The DCS Polarity Switch should be moved forward when the Red Terminal of the TIU is connected to the right hand rail and to the rear when the Red Terminal is connected to the left hand rail.) Figure 3 Premier 2-8-2 L-1 Mikado Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 5: Set Up Checklist

    (see Fig. 5). Failure either to add fluid to the unit or to turn it off may damage the smoke unit heating element and/or wicking material. Figure 5. Smoke Unit Switch Location Premier 2-8-2 L-1 Mikado Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 6: Placing The Engine On The Track

    If you notice that the sounds are g arbled, test and charge the engine as described in the "Self-Charging Battery Back-Up" on page19. Premier 2-8-2 L-1 Mikado Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 7: Basic Operation

    The engine Cycle Phases is programmed to restart in neutral before Neutral forward each time the track voltage is turned off Reverse Forward for 25 seconds or more. Neutral Premier 2-8-2 L-1 Mikado Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 8: Manual Volume Control

    To adjust the volume of all sounds made by this engine, turn the master volume control knob located under the water hatch on the tender clockwise to increase the volume and counter-clockwise to decrease the volume. Volume Control Figure 7. Manually Adjusting The Volume Premier 2-8-2 L-1 Mikado Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 9: Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions

    Fire the Front Coupler 1 Bell, 4 Horn/Whistles Speed Control On/Off 1 Horn/Whistle, 2 Bells (from Neutral only) Lock into a Direction 1 Horn/Whistle, 3 Bells Reset to Factory Defaults 1 Horn/Whistle, 5 Bells (from Neutral only) Premier 2-8-2 L-1 Mikado Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 10: Freight Yard Sounds (Fys)/ Passenger Station Announcements (Psa)

    Horn/ Direction Direction Direction Direction Bell Controls Whistle Whistle Whistle When Bell Turns Off Sound System Cued to Play Freight Yard or Passenger Sequence Sequence Sequence Sequence Station Sounds (FYS)/(PSA) FYS/PSA FYS/PSA FYS/PSA FYS/PSA Premier 2-8-2 L-1 Mikado Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 11: Proto-Coupler® Operation

    Horn button, allowing approximately ½ second to lapse between each quick button press. The sound of the liftbar and air line de pletion will play, and the knuckle will be released. Fire Bell Horn Horn Horn Rear Coupler Premier 2-8-2 L-1 Mikado Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 12: Speed Control

    Each time you shut down the engine completely, it will automatically turn speed control on. Speed Control Two Horn Blasts Place Bell Bell Horn Engine into (indicates change is made) Neutral Repeat to Return to Normal Condition Premier 2-8-2 L-1 Mikado Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 13: 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. Premier 2-8-2 L-1 Mikado Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 14: Maintenance

    2. Remove the Phillips screws (marked “GREASE”) located at each set of wheels and under pick up rollers (Fig. 9). 3. Use a grease tube dispenser to put a small amount (approx. 1-2 ml.) of lithium- based grease into the screw holes. 4. Replace the screws. Premier 2-8-2 L-1 Mikado Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 15: Cleaning The Wheels, Tires And Track

    Periodically check the locomotive wheels and pickups for dirt and buildup, which can cause poor electrical contact and traction as well as prematurely wear out the neoprene traction tires. Wheels and tires can be cleaned using denatured (not rubbing) alcohol applied with a cotton swab. Premier 2-8-2 L-1 Mikado Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 16: Traction Tire Replacement Instructions

    You can obtain replacement bulbs 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 2-8-2 L-1 Mikado Steam Locomotive...
  • Page 17 4. Insert the replacement bulb and the smokebox front being careful not to pinch any of the wires. 5. Place the boiler back on the chassis. Make sure that no wires are pinched. Then replace the body mount screws. Remove Screw Figure 10 Headlght Figure 11 Premier 2-8-2 L-1 Mikado Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 18: Self Charging Battery Back-Up

    **Do not use alkaline batteries for testing or checking purposes for the 3-Volt PS2 boards. Using alkaline batteries will damage the 3-Volt battery charging circuit.** Tender Shell Screws Figure 12 battery Figure 13 Premier 2-8-2 L-1 Mikado Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 19: Protosmoke® Unit Operation

    After removing the engine from storage, add another 25 drops of fluid, letting the wick soak up the fluid for 15 minutes prior to operation. Premier 2-8-2 L-1 Mikado Steam Locomotive...
  • Page 20 Replacement parts and wick replacement instructions are available directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department phone: 410-381-2580; e-mail: parts@mth- railking.commail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532 Premier 2-8-2 L-1 Mikado Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 21: 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 2-8-2 L-1 Mikado Steam Locomotive...
  • Page 22 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 2-8-2 L-1 Mikado Steam Locomotive...
  • Page 23 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 2-8-2 L-1 Mikado Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 24: 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 2-8-2 L-1 Mikado Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 25: Dc Power Packs Chart

    BridgeWorks Mag-15 0-24v 300 Watt Electronic BridgeWorks Magnum 200 0-24v 300 Watt Electronic BridgeWorks Magnum 400 0-24v 300 Watt Electronic BridgeWorks Magnum 1000 0-24v 300 Watt Electronic LGB Jumbo 50101 0-24v 240 Watt Electronic Premier 2-8-2 L-1 Mikado Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 26: 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 2-8-2 L-1 Mikado Steam Locomotive...

  • Page 27: 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.

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