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Compatibility
This engine will operate on any
traditional O-31 Gauge track system,
including M.T.H. ' s RealTrax® or
ScaleTrax™ or 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.)
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RailKing MP15
Diesel Engines
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
(3V PS-2)
Freight Yard Sound
Passenger Station Announcement
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- Page 1 RailKing MP15 Diesel Engines OPERATOR’S MANUAL (3V PS-2) Compatibility This engine will operate on any Freight Yard Sound traditional O-31 Gauge track system, including M.T.H. ’ s RealTrax® or ScaleTrax™ or traditional tubular track. It is also compatible with most standard AC transformers.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Set Up Checklist......................Lubrication....................... Checking the Battery..................Basic Operation......................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).. ™ Proto-Coupler Operation................Speed Control....................Locking Locomotive Into A Direction............ -
Page 3: Set Up Checklist
If you notice that the sounds are g arbled, test and charge the engine as described in the "Self-Charging Battery Back-Up" on page 13. MP15 Diesel Engine with PS-2... -
Page 4: Basic Operation
The engine is programmed to restart in neutral each time the track voltage is turned off for 25 seconds or more. Cycle Phases Neutral Reverse Forward Neutral MP15 Diesel Engine with PS-2... -
Page 5: Manual Volume Control
To adjust the volume of all sounds made by this engine, turn the manual volume control (shown below) clockwise to increase the volume and counter-clockwise to decrease the volume. Manual Volume Control Manual Volume Control MP15 Diesel Engine with PS-2... -
Page 6: Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions
After about 30 seconds, press the Direction button again to trigger the third FYS/PSA sequence. Again, after allowing about 30 seconds for that sequence to run, press the Direction button one more time to trigger the fourth and final FYS/PSA sequence. MP15 Diesel Engine with PS-2... -
Page 7: Proto-Coupler Operation
Horn/Whistle button, allowing approximately ½ second to lapse between each quick button press. The sound of the liftbar and air line de pletion will play, and the knuckle will be released. Fire Horn/ Horn/ Horn/ Bell Rear Whistle Whistle Whistle Coupler MP15 Diesel Engine with PS-2... -
Page 8: Speed Control
Direction Lock Two Whistle Blasts whistle (indicates change is made) Repeat to Return to Normal Condition MP15 Diesel Engine with PS-2... -
Page 9: Reset To Factory Default
Squealing Brakes play any time the engine's speed decreases rapidly. 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. MP15 Diesel Engine with PS-2... -
Page 10: Maintenance
2. Once the cab is removed, remove the trucks by unscrewing the black Phillips motor mount screw located on the underside of the drive trucks (see above). MP15 Diesel Engine with PS-2... -
Page 11: Cleaning The Wheels, Tires And Track
40-1099) . Durably constructed from ABS plastic, the block includes a built-in cleaning pad. For really stuborn track, you can insert sandpaper into the block in just a few quick steps. Track Cleaning MP15 Diesel Engine with PS-2 Block (40-1099) -
Page 12: Traction Tire Replacement Instructions
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,Fax: 410-423-0009, Phone: 410-381- 2500, Mail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532, ). Truckside screws Truckside Screws MP15 Diesel Engine with PS-2... -
Page 13: Locomotive Light Bulb Replacement
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 Battery Charger Port Battery Charger Port Location MP15 Diesel Engine with PS-2... - Page 14 PS 2.0 circuit board and/or the batteries. **Do not use alkaline batteries for testing or checking purposes for the 3-Volt PS2 boards. Using alkaline batteries will damage the 3-Volt battery charging circuit.** Battery Battery Location MP15 Diesel Engine with PS-2...
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Page 15: Troubleshooting Proto-Sound 2.0 Problems
Do NOT use oil. The coupler does not fire or stay The coupler needs to be cleaned. coupled. Wipe with denatured alcohol (not rubbing alcohol) and let dry. MP15 Diesel Engine with PS-2... - Page 16 Because there are a limited number of sound clips available in each FYS/PSA sequence, it is probable that some of these sound clips will be repeated from time to time. MP15 Diesel Engine with PS-2...
- Page 17 FYS/PSA will advance to the next not come out of FYS/PSA after step in the FYS/PSA cycle. Wait fourth press of the direction at least 30 seconds in each button. FYS/PSA sound clip before pressing the direction button. MP15 Diesel Engine with PS-2...
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Page 18: Additional Features Accessible With The 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 MP15 Diesel Engine with PS-2... -
Page 19: Transformer Compatibility And Wiring Chart
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 MP15 Diesel Engine with PS-2... -
Page 20: 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.
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