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Compatibility
This engine will operate on any traditional
O-31 Gauge track system, including
M.T.H.'s RealTrax
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.)
PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE
RailKing R-12
Subway Set
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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- Page 1 RailKing R-12 Subway Set 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.) PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Set Up Checklis t....................3 Lubrication.....................3 Checking The Battery................3 Basic Operation .....................4 Activating Features.................4 Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions............5 Activating Proto-Sound 2.0 Conventional Mode Features....5 Operating Modes..................6 Manual Modes..................6 Transit Announcement Stops (TAS)............6 Learn Mode....................7 Auto Mode..................... 9 Proto-Coupler Operation................9 Speed Control..................10 Locking Locomotive Into A Direction.......... -
Page 3: Set Up Checklist
You may find, if your locomotive was built several months before you set it up, that the rechargeable battery has run down and needs to be charged before operating. If you notice that the sounds are garbled, test and charge the engine as described in the "Self-Charging Battery Back-Up" on page 16. RailKing R-12 Subway Set... -
Page 4: Basic Operation
To adjust the volume of all sounds made by this engine, turn the master volume control knob located under the powered unit (See Figure 2) clockwise to increase the volume and counter-clockwise to decrease the volume. Proto-Sound 2.0 Volume Adjustment Knob Figure 2: Manual Proto-Sound 2.0 Volume Adjustment RailKing R-12 Subway Set... -
Page 5: Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions
Timing Chart Press Press Press ½ Sec. ½ Sec. Horn Bell Bell Pause Pause Short & Short & Short & Firm Firm Firm ½ Total Time Lapse: 1 Seconds RailKing R-12 Subway Set... -
Page 6: Operating Modes
To activate the TAS, press and hold the bell button for approximately 2 seconds. If you do not wish to stop at the station that is announced after activating TAS, press and hold the bell button again without throttling down the train. RailKing R-12 Subway Set... -
Page 7: Learn Mode
1. Running in Forward, stop the unit at the desired location for the first stop by pressing the direction button. Note: if you stop the engine with the throttle control, you must re-apply power so that the engine goes into neutral and does not shut down. RailKing R-12 Subway Set... - Page 8 RailKing R-12 Subway Set...
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Page 9: Auto Mode
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 Horn Front Coupler RailKing R-12 Subway Set... -
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 ( i n dicates change is made) Neutral Repeat to Return to Normal Condition RailKing R-12 Subway Set... -
Page 11: Locking Locomotive Into A Direction
Platform Action sounds play 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 R-12 Subway Set... -
Page 12: Maintenance
(in the truck block) with grease. (See figure 4) 4. Reassemble the truck and motor, being careful not to pinch any wires between the truck block and motor mount. RailKing R-12 Subway Set... -
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. RailKing R-12 Subway Set... -
Page 14: Lightbulb Replacement Instructions
(See figure 6) 2. Pull light bulbs straight out and push new bulbs straight in to replace. ( See figure 7) Non-Powered Car Chassis & Body Figure 6 Gently Pull Bulbs Away From Socket To Remove Figure 7 RailKing R-12 Subway Set... - Page 15 Replacement bulbs and wire ties are available 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). Unplug Marker Light Wires From Socket To Remove Figure 9 RailKing R-12 Subway Set...
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Page 16: Self Charging Battery Back-Up
M.T.H. Parts. (See figure 10) Proto-Sound 2.0 DO NOT substitute alkaline batteries for Battery Charging Port these NiCad batteries. Using alkaline batteries in this system will result in damage to the PS 2.0 circuit board and/or the batteries. Figure 11 RailKing R-12 Subway Set... -
Page 17: Traction Tire Replacement
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 (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). RailKing R-12 Subway Set... -
Page 18: Troubleshooting Proto-Sound® 2.0 Problems
After I turn off my transformer, my engine Proto-Sound 2.0 is designed to continue to sound for a continues to make sounds before quitting. few seconds after power to the track has been shut off to allow for a more realistic shut-down. RailKing R-12 Subway Set... -
Page 19: Transformer Compatibility And Wiring Chart
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 * Conventional Mode Only RailKing R-12 Subway Set... -
Page 20: 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 RailKing R-12 Subway Set... -
Page 21: 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. - Page 22 OHIO ROUNDHOUSE SOUTH GRAMPA'S TRAIN SHOP DAVIS ELECTRONICS PORT ORANGE RICE LAKE MILFORD 386-304-7002 715-234-2996 513-831-6425 MARYLAND RICK'S TOY TRAINS PLAZA HOBBY TOLEDO CUMBERLAND 419-478-0171 301-729-6424 PENNSYLVANIA ENGINE HOUSE HOBBIES BUSSINGER TRAINS GAITHERSBURG AMBLER 301-590-0816 215-628-2366 RailKing R-12 Subway Set...
- Page 23 HOLLYWOOD STATION KENTUCKY HOLLYWOOD TRAIN SHACK L&N TRAINS & THINGS 954-921-2700 BURBANK LOUISVILLE 818-842-3330 502-897-9005 DEPOT HOBBY SHOP LAKE WORTH ROUNDHOUSE LOUISIANA 561-585-1982 NORTH HOLLYWOOD AMERICA'S TRAIN YARD 818-769-0403 BATON ROUGE READY TO ROLL 225-926-5592 MIAMI 305-688-8868 RailKing R-12 Subway Set...
- Page 24 DIXIE UNION STATION 636-946-2816 HOBBY WORLD MASON MONTICELLO 513-459-0460 NEVADA 845-794-8770 RENO RAILS DAVIS ELECTRONICS RENO CITY DEPOT, INC. MILFORD 775-337-6669 NEW HAMPTON 513-831-6425 845-374-3010 NEW HAMPSHIRE RAILROAD SPECIALTIES SCAG’S ELECTRIC TRAINS NASHUA STATEN ISLAND 603-801-0801 718-727-7373 RailKing R-12 Subway Set...
- Page 25 FAIRCHANCE PHARMACY 903-757-2720 WAUKESHA FAIRCHANCE 262-650-6675 724-564-7817 VIRGINIA LEESBURG HOBBIES TOY TRAIN STATION LEESBURG FEASTERVILLE TREV 703-779-8600 215-322-5182 LOCUST GROVE TRAINS THE CABOOSE LOCUST GROVE LEHIGHTON 540-854-8955 570-386-5352 TRAIN DEPOT HOBBY CITY MANASSAS MC MURRAY 703-335-2216 724-942-2557 RailKing R-12 Subway Set...
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