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RAILKING D&RG 4-6-0
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for purchasing the die-cast RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 steam
locomotive. The engine's die-cast body and tender are traditionally sized
for operation on any O-27 or larger layout. The engine is compatible with
any standard AC transformer, (see page 33 for a complete list of compatible
transformers and wiring instructions) and is completely compatible with
most other 3-rail locomotives, rolling stock and accessories.
The locomotive and tender are equipped with either an electronic whistle
or the Proto-Sound® digital sound and train control system which contains
several deluxe features that are simple and fun to operate. Each feature is
described among the following pages which should be read before the
engine is operated. For those of you who can't wait to get started, the
Quick Start Basic Operating Instructions found on pages 3 and 4 should
be read so that you understand the basics of the operating system. Please
note that some features are only found in the Proto-Sound® equipped
engines and are marked as such. Features not marked as Proto-Sound®
features are available in both versions.
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- Page 1 RAILKING D&RG 4-6-0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Thank you for purchasing the die-cast RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 steam locomotive. The engine’s die-cast body and tender are traditionally sized for operation on any O-27 or larger layout. The engine is compatible with any standard AC transformer, (see page 33 for a complete list of compatible transformers and wiring instructions) and is completely compatible with most other 3-rail locomotives, rolling stock and accessories.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
OIL & LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS TRACTION TIRE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS LIGHT BULB REMOVAL & REPLACEMENT TROUBLE SHOOTING PROTOSOUND® PROBLEMS Proto-Sound® RESET Feature Chart Transformer Wiring Chart SERVICE AND WARRANTY INFORMATION HOW TO GET SERVICE LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual... -
Page 3: Quick Start - Basic Operation(All 3-Rail Models)
QUICK START - BASIC OPERATION The RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 contains state-of-the art electronics with several built-in automatic features for incredibly realistic operation. Despite these advanced features, the D&RG 4-6-0 is easy to operate with any compatible standard AC transformer (see the compatibility chart on page 34). -
Page 4: Protosmoke™ Unit Operation
Fig.4. After removing the chassis and Figure 4: Inspecting The Smoke Unit inspection cover screws lift the inspection plate away and inspect the wick. If the wick is darkly discolored and hard, it should be replaced. RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual... -
Page 5: Proto-Sound® Operating Instructions
In order for ProtoSounds® to properly initiate the system check, do not advance the transformer throttle past 10 volts when you first enter RESET, wait for the steam compressor sounds to begin and then slowly turn the RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual... -
Page 6: Whistle Operation
Bell Button, by simply pushing the button. If you don’t have a separate bell button, the bell can be controlled through your transformer’s whistle button whenever the engine is in NEUTRAL. The bell will never ring RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual... -
Page 7: Protocoupler™ Operation
Listen For The And Listen For The Ca-Clunk Sound Cha-Chusshh Sound best be described as a CHA-CHUSHHH sound. The coupler doesn’t have to be fired Press & Release Press & Release The Horn/Whistle Button The Horn/Whistle Button RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual... -
Page 8: Enhanced Neutral Steam Sounds
Some practice may Squeaking Brake Sounds High Voltage To Low be required to synchronize the playing of the brake sounds with the movement of the engine. It is not uncommon for the engine RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual... -
Page 9: Tips On Using The Squeaking Brake Sounds
In no time, you will quickly learn how to “feather" the throttle to keep the engine moving while the brake sounds play and then turning the throttle off just as the sounds stop. RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual... -
Page 10: Passenger Station Sounds (Pfa)
Seconds, Listen For a Horn Blast or Air Release, then Remove your Finger from the Button. Press Bell Button Again Quickly to Stop Bell Chime. Your train is now ready for you to play the PFA. RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual... - Page 11 Change/Press Direction- The Train Will Remain In Horn Whistle Neutral. You Will Hear Closing Doors, Horn Blast, Direction a Few Bell Chimes and Train Departs in the Direction the Train First Stopped. For more detailed PFA instructions, read the following. RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual...
- Page 12 Once in neutral, set the transformer throttle to 8 volts or less and press and Listen For The Press & Hold hold the whistle button for Air Release Sound The Horn/Whistle Button After 3 Seconds For 3 Seconds RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual...
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Page 13: Activating And Triggering Passenger Sounds
2 seconds later by an Arrival Announcement. Following this arrival announcement, the sounds of doors opening and the conductor saying “Watch your step” is heard. At this point, various Passenger Station sounds can be heard, including passenger RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual... - Page 14 However, the throttle should not be too high for the engine to maintain a safe operating speed. RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual...
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Page 15: Tips On Using The Pfa Features
In Event 4, you cannot interrupt PFA until after the engine begins to move. Interrupting the throttle before the engine begins to move has no effect on the locomotive’s operation. RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual... -
Page 16: Special Reverse Unit Options
Remember, the horn/whistle doesn’t blow in NEUTRAL (unless you programmed it to do so using Reset Feature 25 - see page 21 for details), only the bell rings. RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual... -
Page 17: Self-Charging Battery Backup System
Smoke Unit, it should be turned OFF to prevent damage to the wick and the heating elements If you need to replace the battery, they are available from MTH Proto-Sound® Electronics at 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia, RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual... -
Page 18: Protosound® Volume Adjustment
For information on operating the RESET volume adjustment option, see the section entitled “Programming Proto-Sound® RESET Options” on the following pages. Proto-Sound® Volume Adjustment Knob Figure 6: Adjusting The ProtoSound® Volume RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual... -
Page 19: Using "Reset" To Program Proto-Sound
“Clinks" and “Clanks" to confirm the feature you’ve selected. RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual... -
Page 20: Setting The Engine Volume
And 0 Clink Sounds The Brake Setting activated), 2 Bells = Always On, 3 Bells = Off. When the desired setting is reached, lock the changes by interrupting the throttle and cycling the engine into forward. RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual... -
Page 21: Programming For Whistle In Neutral Operation
The settings for Reset 10 are 1 Bell = ON, 2 Bells = OFF. When the desired setting is reached, lock the changes by interrupting the throttle and cycling the engine into forward. RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual... -
Page 22: Adjusting Chuff Rate
(Chuff Rate) back to the factory settings. For Option 2, press the horn/whistle button again you have now reset the remaining reset feature 27 (chuff rate) back to the factory setting. All the reset features now have been set back to the factory settings. RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual... -
Page 23: Programming For Pfa Operation
The settings for Reset 40 are 1 Bell = OFF, 2 Bells = ON. When the desired setting is reached, lock the changes by interrupting the throttle and cycling the engine into forward. RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual... -
Page 24: Resettingall Proto-Sound® Options To Factory Default
A Warbled Bell Ding 18 Times default settings. Lock the changes by interrupting the Interrupt The Throttle throttle and cycling the engine Listen For 3 Clank To “Lock-In” And 3 Clink Sounds The Default Setting into forward. RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual... -
Page 25: Oil & Lubrication Instructions
Figure 10 on page 26. Once the boiler is removed, the gear box can be opened up by unscrewing the two screws on the plate located in front of the motor. Grease can then be applied into the gear box using a grease tube dispenser. RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual... -
Page 26: Traction Tire Replacement Instructions
Be careful to avoid twisting the tire when stretching it over the wheel. If a twist occurs, the tire will have to be removed and RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual... -
Page 27: Light Bulb Removal & Replacement
To remove the bulb, follow the boiler removal instructions found in the Lubrication section on the proceeding pages. Once the boiler has been separated from the chassis, gently unscrew the bulb from its socket. Replacement bulbs are available directly from MTH Electric Trains. RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual... -
Page 28: Trouble Shooting Protosound® Problems
Program Proto-Sound®”) and press the whistle button until the bell sounds two dings. Simply turn the throttle off and then on again to lock in the new setting. Also check the bell button wiring diagram on page 20. RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual... - Page 29 Try turning the The sounds seem distorted, especially when the volume control knob located on the bottom of the whistle or bell is activated. chassis counter clockwise to reduce the overall volume level. RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual...
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- Page 31 Whenever PFA is enabled, pressing the whistle and event, the bell and whistle functions are disabled until bell buttons has no affect. either the PFA events have been completed, or the engine is shut down for 3 or more seconds. RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual...
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Page 32: Proto-Sound® Reset Feature Chart
Whistle In Neutral OFF 5 Clanks/0 Clinks Chuff Rate Full Chuff Range 5 Clanks/2 Clinks PFA Enabled PFA ON 5 Clanks/3 Clinks Lockout Enabled Lockout OFF 8 Clanks/0 Clinks Squeaking Brakes Brakes Always ON 9 Clanks/0 Clinks RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual... -
Page 33: Transformer Wiring Chart
275-Watt Standard MTH Z4000 Black 5-12 390-Watt Electronic Proto-Sound® needs over 14 volts of power to operate properly. Overloading or using in-line accessories with this transformer may lower the peak voltage below Proto-Sound®® minimum requirements. RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual... - Page 34 D&RG 4-6-0 through O-27 switches. Should this occur, we suggest adding weight to the cars making them heavier and less likely to derail. RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual...
- Page 35 (including proper functioning of the circuit breaker), and that, in an event such conditions exist, the transformer should not be used until properly repaired. RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 Operating Manual...
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Page 36: Service And Warranty Information
1. First, write, call, email or FAX MTH Electric Trains, 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia, MD 21046, 410-381-2580 (FAX No. 410-423-0009), or on the internet at service@mth-railking.com or our web site, www.mthtrains.com, stating which product you have, when it was purchased and what seems to be the problem.
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