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Premier BB-1 and BB-3
Electric 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
page 19 for a complete list of compatible
transformers and wiring instructions.)
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- Page 1 Premier BB-1 and BB-3 Electric 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 traditional tubular track. It is also compatible with most standard AC transformers. (See page 19 for a 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 Pantograph/Pick-Up Rollers..............4 Basic Operation....................5 Activating Features................5 Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions............7 Activating Proto-Sound 2.0 Conventional Mode Features.....7 Passenger Sounds (PSA/FYS)..............8 Proto-Coupler® Operation..............9 Speed Control..................10 Locking Locomotive Into A Direction..........11 Reset To Factory Default...............11 Automatic Sound Effects............... -
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. Premier BB-1 and BB-3 Locomotives... -
Page 4: Pantograph/Pickup Rollers
Use the track position to obtain power from the track 3rd rail by the pickup roller method. Select the Pantograph position to use the pantograph and a powered cantenary system. Track/Pantograph Switch Figure 2. Use pantograph/track switch to select method of power pick-up Premier BB-1 and BB-3 Locomotives... -
Page 5: Basic Operation
Reverse Forward each press and release of the direction button. The engine is programmed to Neutral restart in neutral each time the track voltage is turned off for 25 seconds or more. Premier BB-1 and BB-3 Locomotives... - Page 6 A Proto-Coupler and mounting hardware can be obtained from the M.T.H. Parts Department. Contact the M.T.H. Parts Department by phone at 410-328-2580, by fax at 410- 423-0009, or by email parts@mth-railking.com. Coupler Switch Figure 4: Premier BB-1 and BB-3 Locomotives...
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Page 7: Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions
Fire the Front Coupler 1 Bell, 4 Horns Speed Control On/Off 1 Horn, 2 Bells (from Neutral only) Lock into a Direction 1 Horn, 3 Bells Reset to Factory Defaults 1 Horn, 5 Bells (from Neutral only) Premier BB-1 and BB-3 Locomotives... -
Page 8: Passenger Sounds (Psa/Fys)
Horn as usual. Operator Bell Direction Direction Direction Direction Horn Horn Controls When Bell Turns Off Sound System Cued to Play Passenger Sequence Sequence Sequence Sequence Station Announcements (PSA/FYS) PSA/FYS PSA/FYS PSA/FYS PSA/FYS Premier BB-1 and BB-3 Locomotives... -
Page 9: Proto-Coupler® Operation
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 Horn Horn Horn Bell Rear Coupler Premier BB-1 and BB-3 Locomotives... -
Page 10: Speed Control
Each time you shut down the engine completely, it will automatically turn speed control on. Speed Control Two Horn Blasts Place Horn Bell Bell Engine into (indicates change is made) Repeat to Return Neutral to Normal Condition Premier BB-1 and BB-3 Locomotives... -
Page 11: 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 BB-1 and BB-3 Locomotives... -
Page 12: Maintenance
5. After repeating the procedure for the other motor, reassmble the chassis and body, being careful that the wire harnesses are not caught between the chassis and body and reinstall the chassis screws. Premier BB-1 and BB-3 Locomotives... -
Page 13: 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. Premier BB-1 and BB-3 Locomotives... -
Page 14: Traction Tire Replacement Instructions
6. Reinstall the side rods in the same positions as noted. Failure to align rods may cause binding or damage to the drive system. One set of replacement tires is included with your model. Additional sets are available directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department. Premier BB-1 and BB-3 Locomotives... -
Page 15: Headlight Replacement Instructions
15 minutes. Recharge: If the sounds are improved at the end of the 15-minute test charge, the battery charge has run down and can be recharged. There are a number of ways you can do this: Premier BB-1 and BB-3 Locomotives... - Page 16 15-minute test charge, it is time to replace the battery. Available through M.T.H. Parts. Battery Charger Port Figure 7: Battery Charger Port Battery Charger Port Figure 8: Removing The Battery Premier BB-1 and BB-3 Locomotives...
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Page 17: Troubleshooting Proto-Sound® 2.0 Problems
When I try to fire the coupler, PSA whistle button presses. starts. The Proto-Coupler won’t let the engine Try lubricating the coupler knuckle uncouple on the fly. with a dry graphite lubricant. Do NOT use oil. Premier BB-1 and BB-3 Locomotives... - Page 18 Because there are a limited number of sound clips available in each PSA sequence, it is probable that some of these sound clips will be repeated from time to time. Premier BB-1 and BB-3 Locomotives...
- Page 19 PSA cycle. Wait of PSA after fourth press of the at least 30 seconds in each PSA direction button. sound clip before pressing the direction button. Premier BB-1 and BB-3 Locomotives...
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Page 20: Transformer Compatibility And Wiring 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 A,B,C or D Common 0-20v 135/190 Watt Electronic Celebration Series ZW * Conventional Mode Only Premier BB-1 and BB-3 Locomotives... -
Page 21: Additional Features Accessible Of 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 BB-1 and BB-3 Locomotives... -
Page 22: Service & Warranty Information
Authorized Service Center, contact that Center for their return authorization. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary from state t o state. Service Department M.T.H. Electric Trains 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive Columbia MD 21046-1532 Premier BB-1 and BB-3 Locomotives...
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