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- Page 1 www.railking.com No. 260 Steam Freight/Passenger Set Operation Manual (3V PS2) Thank you for purchasing this Tinplate Traditions product. ® PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Set Up Checklist ..........3 Getting Started . -
Page 3: Set Up Checklist
Set Up Checklist r Assemble RealTrax® r Connect the transformer r Lubricate the engine r Priming the Smoke Unit r Place the engine and cars on the track and couple them together r Check to see whether the battery needs to be charged for full sound effects r Apply power to run as described in the Basic Operation section of these instructions. -
Page 4: Getting Started
Getting Started ® Assembling RealTrax The quick connectors and built-in roadbed allow you to set up RealTrax anywhere, including carpeted surfaces. Knock-out must be removed STEP STEP Remove knock-out from STEP before remote lock-on can outer edge of track by be installed holding and twisting up Insert lock-on into... -
Page 5: Lubricating The Engine
Lubricating the Engine Lubricate all exposed moving parts before operating using a multi-purpose, DO NOT DO NOT DO NOT plastic-compatible oil (available with M.T.H.'s Maintenance Kit, sold OVER OIL OVER OIL OVER OIL separately) or a light household oil. Follow the lubrication points. Lubricate Gears (L) Lubricate Front and Rear Wheels Lubricate Pivot Points... -
Page 6: Checking The Battery
Be sure that cable loops upward Look at the bottom of the engine and tender where each will have a color-coded stamp. If they match you may connect those two pieces; if not, don't. ! Plug tender plug into boiler socket at the back of cab. Connect the draw bar between the engine and tender. -
Page 7: Basic Operation
Basic Operation The Throttle knob controls how fast your train will travel. Turn the throttle knob up ½-way, until the engine and caboose lights shine bright. Put the engine into motion by pressing the Direction button on your transformer once. (hold it for approximately 1 second) 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. -
Page 8: Proto-Sound 2.0 Operation
Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions This manual contains the operating instructions for Proto-Sound 2.0 in conventional mode only. Instructions for accessing DCS command mode features accompany the DCS Remote Control System equipment. Activating Proto-Sound 2.0 Conventional Mode Features: Proto-Sound 2.0 features are activated by sequences of Bell and Whistle button pushes described below. -
Page 9: Tips On Using Fys/Psa
move out on its own at the current throttle setting, in the same direction it was traveling when you began the sequence. Once the bell turns off, the operator regains control of the transformer's Bell and Whistle buttons and can ring the bell or blow the whistle as usual. -
Page 10: Speed Control
To fire the front coupler (if your engine has one), quickly tap the Bell button once followed by four quick taps of the Whistle 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. -
Page 11: Reset To Factory Defaults
To override the settings you currently have assigned to the engine and reset it to its factory defaults, while in Neutral tap the Whistle button quickly once, followed by five quick taps of the Bell button, allowing approximately ½ second to lapse between each quick button press. -
Page 12: Maintenance
Maintenance Lubricating and Greasing Instructions The engine should be well oiled and greased in order to run properly. You should regularly lubricate all side rods, linkage components and pickup rollers to prevent them from squeaking. Use light household oil and follow the lubrication points marked “L” in Fig. 2. Do not DO NOT DO NOT DO NOT... -
Page 13: Cleaning The Wheels, Tires And Track
4. Remove body and unscrew gear box 5. Remove cap from gear box. 6. Use a grease tube dispenser to put a small amount (1-2ml.) of lithium-based grease into the gearbox and axles. Reassemble engine in reverse order. 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 and prematurely wear out the... -
Page 14: Traction Tire Replacement
Traction Tire Replacement Instructions Your locomotive is equipped with two neoprene rubber traction tires on the rear set of flanged drivers. While these tires are extremely durable, they may occasionally need to be replaced. STEP ! Remove the side rods (the rods that connect each drive wheel to the other) from the wheels in order to slip the new tire over the grooved drive wheel. -
Page 15: Locomotive Light Bulb Replacement
If you experience poor or no smoke output when the smoke unit is on and has fluid, check the wick to see if it has become hard, blackened, and unabsorbent around the heating element. Remove the boiler as shown below. Remove the smoke unit inspection cover from the locomotive's body (see right). -
Page 16: Caboose Car Light Bulb Replacement
Caboose Light Bulb Replacement To replace the interior light bulbs follow these instructions and see the diagrams below. STEP STEP With side detached remove roof Remove the roof by lifting the ends on one side of Caboose. by lifting up and over. STEP STEP Light fixture should be fully exposed at the... -
Page 17: Self-Charging Battery Back-Up
Self-Charging Battery Back-Up The special NiCad 2.4v self-charging battery pack recharges continuously during train operation and should last for up to five years. The battery is a dry battery that should not leak or cause any damage to your engine. Depending upon when your engine was built, it may need to be charged right out of the box. -
Page 18: Railware Interactive Dvd
Quick-Start DVD The included Quick-Start DVD demonstrates the start-up and basic operation of this set as well as other information about model railroading. You may find it helpful to view the DVD before operating this set. RailWare Interactive DVD M.T.H. provides a free RailWare DVD in each Ready-To-Run set. It is full of helpful information on M.T.H. -
Page 19: Troubleshooting
® Troubleshooting Proto-Sound 2.0 Problems Although Proto-Sound 2.0 has been designed and engineered for ease of use, you may have some questions during initial operation. The following table should answer most questions. If your problem cannot be resolved with this table, contact M.T.H. for assistance (e-mail: service@mth-railking.com;... - Page 20 Volume Remedy The sounds seem distorted, especially when Proto-Sound 2.0 volume is set too high. Turn the the whistle or bell is activated. volume control knob on the bottom of the tender counter-clockwise to reduce the volume. No Sound Volume is set too low, adjust volume control knob on the bottom of the tender clockwise to increase the volume or check connector to speaker.
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Page 21: Compatibility
Compatibility While this Ready-To-Run set is equipped with everything you need to operate it, the design allows flexibility. The train will operate on any traditional O-31 or larger O ™ Gauge track system, including the ScaleTrax included with this set or traditional tubular track. -
Page 22: Additional Features Accessible With The Dcs Remote Control System
Additional Features Accessible with the DCS Remote Control System: (additional equipment required) While conventional mode operation of a Proto-Sound 2.0 engine yields wonderfully realistic sound and several train control features, command mode operation allows the user to access a world of command functions never before accessible to O Gauge railroaders. -
Page 23: Service And 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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