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MTHTrains Premier R-32 Subway Set Operator's Manual

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Compatibility
This engine will operate on any traditional
O-42 Gauge track system, including
M.T.H.'s RealTrax
traditional tubular track. It is also compatible
with most standard AC transformers. (See
page 22 for a complete list of compatible
transformers and wiring instructions.)
PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE
Premier R-32
Subway Set
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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  • Page 1 Premier R-32 Subway Set OPERATOR’S MANUAL Compatibility This engine will operate on any traditional O-42 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 22 for a complete list of compatible transformers and wiring instructions.) PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Set Up Checklist....................3 Lubrication.....................3 Checking The Battery................3 Basic Operation.....................4 Activating Features.................4 Lighting Options..................5 Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions............7 Activating Proto-Sound 2.0 Conventional Mode Features....7 Transit Announcement Stops (TAS)............8 Proto-Coupler Operation................11 Speed Control..................12 Locking Locomotive Into A Direction..........13 Reset To Factory Default...............13 Automatic Sound Effects...............

  • 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 18. Premier R-32 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. Premier R-32 Subway Set...
  • Page 5 Use a screwdriver or other implement (careful not to scratch the paint) to slide the switch to the right to open and the left to close the doors. Figure 3: Opening Car Doors Premier R-32 Subway Set...

  • Page 6: Lighting Options

    To turn the red rear lights on, slide the top switch to the right. To light the “Express” train sign, slide the bottom switch to the left. To light the “Local” train sign, slide the bottom switch to the right. Premier R-32 Subway Set...

  • Page 7: Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions

    Timing Chart Press ½ Sec. Press ½ Sec. Press Horn Pause Bell Pause Bell Short & Short & Short & Firm Firm Firm ½ Total Time Lapse: 1 Seconds Premier R-32 Subway Set...

  • Page 8: Transit Announcement Stops (Tas)

    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. Premier R-32 Subway Set...
  • Page 9 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. Premier R-32 Subway Set...
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  • 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 depletion will play, and the knuckle will be released. Fire Horn Horn Horn Horn Bell Front Coupler Premier R-32 Subway Set...

  • 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 Horn Bell Bell (indicates change is made) Engine into Repeat to Return Neutral to Normal Condition Premier R-32 Subway Set...

  • Page 13: 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. Premier R-32 Subway Set...

  • Page 14: Maintenance

    Note: the radiator vents are fragile; do not use them to Before Removing Body, Remove Handle By Pulling Down pull the shell and chassis apart. Figure 7 Premier R-32 Subway Set...

  • Page 15: 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 R-32 Subway Set...

  • Page 16: Lightbulb Replacement Instructions

    Headlights To replace the headlights and other end-of-car lights in the powered unit: 1. Remove the shell as described in the “Lubrication and Greasing” section of this booklet. Premier R-32 Subway Set...
  • Page 17 2. Remove the two screws holding the board to the left side of the shield. 3. Remove the four screws holding the board to the right side of the shield. Remove Shield Mounting Screws Figure 12 Remove Board Mounting Screws Figure 13 Premier R-32 Subway Set...

  • Page 18: Self Charging Battery Back-Up

    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 R-32 Subway Set...

  • Page 19: Traction Tire Replacement

    Once the truck sides have been removed: 1. Make sure the old tire has been completely Figure 17 removed from the groove in the drive wheel, using a razor blade or small flathead screwdriver to pry away any remains. Premier R-32 Subway Set...
  • Page 20 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). Premier R-32 Subway Set...

  • Page 21: 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. Premier R-32 Subway Set...

  • Page 22: 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 Premier R-32 Subway Set...

  • Page 23: 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 R-32 Subway Set...

  • Page 24: Service & Warranty Information

    Service & Warranty Information How to Get Service Under the Terms of the Limited One-Year Warranty For warranty repair, follow the instructions below to obtain warranty service. First, e-mail, write, call or fax an Authorized M.T.H. Service Center in your area or M.T.H. Electric Trains to obtain Repair Authorization.
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  • Page 26 440-277-4488 www.trainsltd.com klogar@erienet.net HOBBY SHOP www.clearviewtrainandhobby.com MATAWAN THE ROUNDHOUSE & BACKSHOP 732-583-0505 CARY PENNSYLVANIA hobbyshopnj.com 919-465-0810 FAIRCHANCE PHARMACY FAIRCHANCE ATLANTIC RAILS OHIO 724-564-7817 mthdealer@aol.com HAMMONTON DIXIE UNION STATION 609-567-8490 MASON www.hhs.net/fairchance bobcap@pics.com 513-459-0460 www.atlanticrails.com rockylane@core.net www.dixieunionstation.com Premier R-32 Subway Set...
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