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Tinplate No. 6 and No. 7
Steam Locomotives
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
(3V PS-2)
Contemporary Version
Compatibility
This engine will operate on any traditional
42" STD Gauge track system, including
M.T.H.'s traditional tubular track. It is also
compatible with most standard AC
Freight Yard Sound
transformers. (See page 16 for a complete
list of compatible transformers and wiring
instructions.)
Passenger Station Announcement
PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE
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- Page 1 Tinplate No. 6 and No. 7 Steam Locomotives OPERATOR’S MANUAL (3V PS-2) Contemporary Version Compatibility This engine will operate on any traditional 42” STD Gauge track system, including M.T.H.’s traditional tubular track. It is also compatible with most standard AC Freight Yard Sound transformers.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Set Up Checklist......................Lubrication...................... Checking The Battery..................Placing The Engine On The Track.............. 4 Couplers......................Basic Operation......................4 Activating Features..................Manual Volume Control................Proto-Sound® 2.0 Operating Instructions............. Activating Proto-Sound® 2.0 Conventional Mode Features....Freight Yard Sounds(FYS)/Passenger Station Announcements (PSA). Tips on using FYS/PSA................ -
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 10. Tinplate No. 6 and No. 7 Steam Locomotives... -
Page 4: Placing The Engine On The Track
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 No. 6 and No. 7 Steam Locomotives... -
Page 5: Activating Features
To adjust the volume of all sounds made by this engine, turn the master volume control knob located under the engine clockwise to increase the volume and counter-clockwise to decrease the volume. Proto-Sound 2.0 Volume Adjustment Knob Proto-Sound Manual Volume Adjustment Tinplate No. 6 and No. 7 Steam Locomotives... -
Page 6: Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions
Direction button to trigger the sounds, and Proto-Sound 2.0 has disabled operator control over the Horn and Bell buttons until the full FYS/PSA sequence is complete. Tinplate No. 6 and No. 7 Steam Locomotives... -
Page 7: Tips On Using Fys/Psa
When speed control is off, the volume will drop to allow for better low voltage operation. Tinplate No. 6 and No. 7 Steam Locomotives... -
Page 8: 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 Tinplate No. 6 and No. 7 Steam Locomotives... -
Page 9: Maintenance
White Lithium Grease. Make sure when replacing Contact Plate that the Plunger Pin makes contact with the Flat Contact plate. Grease Worm Gear Flat Contact Plate Oil Axle Bushings Plunger Pin Tinplate No. 6 and No. 7 Steam Locomotives... -
Page 10: Self Charging Battery Back-Up
Step 4: Lift wheels out of grooves by lifting from Step 3: Remove the large knurled screws at the motor chassis each end of the pickup roller plate Remove the pickup roller plate Tinplate No. 6 and No. 7 Steam Locomotives... - Page 11 When finished with replacing the battery and greasing the interior gears, reassmble the engine by following these instructions in reverse order. When replacing the wheels, be careful to align the wheels properly as seen below. Tinplate No. 6 and No. 7 Steam Locomotives...
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Page 12: 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. Wheels and track can be cleaned using denatured (not rubbing) alcohol applied with a cotton swab. Tinplate No. 6 and No. 7 Steam Locomotives... -
Page 13: Headlight Replacement Instructions
Gently unscrew the bulbs from the socket on the mounting bracket and replace the bulb. Replacement bulbs are available directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department. (Order online: www.mthtrains.com, e-mail: parts@mth-railking.com, Fax: 410-423- 0009, Phone: 410-381-2580, Mail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532 ). Headlight Tinplate No. 6 and No. 7 Steam Locomotives... -
Page 14: Troubleshooting Proto-Sound 2.0 Problems
Direction" section to unlock the engine's direction. The engine won't lock into forward, neutral, Engine speed must be below 10 scale mph or reverse. (approx. 10 volts or less in conventional mode). Tinplate No. 6 and No. 7 Steam Locomotives... - Page 15 FYS/PSA step in the FYS/PSA cycle. Wait at least 30 after fourth press of the direction button. seconds in each FYS/PSA sound clip before pressing the direction button. Tinplate No. 6 and No. 7 Steam Locomotives...
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Page 16: 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 Tinplate No. 6 and No. 7 Steam Locomotives... - Page 17 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. Tinplate No. 6 and No. 7 Steam Locomotives...
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Page 18: 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. Website. Should you still require service, follow the instructions below to obtain warranty service.