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Rail King 2-8-0 Steam Freight/ Passenger Set Operation Manual

2-8-0 steam freight/ passenger set
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Operation Manual
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  • Page 1 2-8-0 Steam Freight/ 2-8-0 Steam Freight/ Passenger Set Passenger Set Operation Manual (3V PS2) Thank you for purchasing this RailKing product. PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Set Up Checklist ..........3 Getting Started .

  • Page 3: Set Up Checklist

    Cotton Swab or Rag Light Household Oil and Bearing Grease You can obtain replacement parts and replacement instructions from the M.T.H. Parts Department e-mail: parts@mth-railking.com phone: 410-381-2580 mail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532 RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Freight/Passenger Set with Proto-Sound® 2.0...

  • Page 4: Getting Started

    Connect the Wires from the Z-Controller to the Lighted Lock-On, being sure that the wires are connected from red-to-red and black-to-black. Unplug when not in use. Also functions as a binding post. Red Harness Wire/Plug Black Harness Red Harness Black Harness Wire/Plug Wire/Plug Wire/Plug RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Freight/Passenger Set with Proto-Sound® 2.0...

  • Page 5: Lubricating The Engine

    Coupling the Engine and Cars STEP STEP STEP Incorrect Push cars together to Place the engine and cars Position couple. on the track. Open couplers by pressing down on plunger. Position armiture for proper operation RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Freight/Passenger Set with Proto-Sound® 2.0...

  • Page 6: Checking The Battery

    If you notice that the sounds are garbled, test and charge the engine as described in the "Self- Charging Battery Back-Up" on page 16. RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Freight/Passenger Set with Proto-Sound® 2.0...

  • Page 7: Basic Operation

    To adjust the volume of all sounds made by this engine, turn the master volume control knob located under the tender clockwise to increase the volume and counter-clockwise to decrease the volume. RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Freight/Passenger Set with Proto-Sound® 2.0...

  • Page 8: Proto-Sound 2.0 Operation

    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. The RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Freight/Passenger Set with Proto-Sound® 2.0...

  • Page 9: Tips On Using Fys/Psa

    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. Fire Whistle Whistle Whistle Bell Rear Coupler RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Freight/Passenger Set with Proto-Sound® 2.0...

  • Page 10: Speed Control

    Direction Lock Place Two Whistle Blasts Engine into whistle Whistle Bell Bell Bell (indicates change is made) Desired Repeat to Return Direction to Normal Condition RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Freight/Passenger Set with Proto-Sound® 2.0...

  • Page 11: Reset To Factory Defaults

    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. RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Freight/Passenger Set with Proto-Sound® 2.0...

  • Page 12: Maintenance

    (not rubbing) alcohol applied with a cotton swab. To clean the track, use a clean rag and RailKing Track Cleaning Fluid or denatured (not rubbing) alcohol. Unplug the transformer and wipe the rails of the track, turning the rag frequently to ensure that you are using clean cloth on the rails.

  • Page 13: Traction Tire Replacement

    After removing the engine from storage, add another 25 drops of fluid, letting the wick soak up the fluid for 15 Wick in Wick in minutes prior to operation. Poor Good Condition Condition RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Freight/Passenger Set with Proto-Sound® 2.0...

  • Page 14: Locomotive Light Bulb Replacement

    You may need to twist the car a little to make to roof come loose from the body. 3. Gently pull the bulb away from its housing and push the replacement bulb into the housing (like a Christmas tree light). 4. Reassemble in reverse order. RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Freight/Passenger Set with Proto-Sound® 2.0...

  • Page 15: Caboose Light Bulb Replacement

    You can obtain replacement bulbs directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department. STEP STEP Lower the chassis from the shell, taking care not to pull the wires out. Remove the four (4) screws located under the caboose's trucks. RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Freight/Passenger Set with Proto-Sound® 2.0...

  • Page 16: Self-Charging Battery Back-Up

    Replace: If the sounds are not improved at the end of the 15-minute test charge, it is time to replace the battery. Available through M.T.H. Parts. See parts list in this manual, or on M.T.H.’s website www.railking.com. RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Freight/Passenger Set with Proto-Sound® 2.0...

  • Page 17: Railware Interactive Cd Rom

    *If you are running Windows 95, 98 or NT choose the folder 32 BIT. Run the file AR32E301.EXE and follow the directions it provides. If you have problems you cannot resolve by using these directions, contact custserv@mth-railking.com or call 410-381-2580 for further help. RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Freight/Passenger Set with Proto-Sound® 2.0...

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    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). RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Freight/Passenger Set with Proto-Sound® 2.0...
  • Page 19 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. RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Freight/Passenger Set with Proto-Sound® 2.0...

  • Page 20: Compatibility

    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 RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Freight/Passenger Set with Proto-Sound® 2.0...

  • Page 21: Additional Features With Dcs Remote Control System

    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. RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Freight/Passenger Set with Proto-Sound® 2.0...

  • Page 22: Service And Warranty Information

    First, e-mail, write, call or fax a M.T.H. Authorized Service Center (ASC) in your area to obtain Repair Authorization. You can find the list of ASCs on the M.T.H. Website, www.mth-railking.com. Authorized Service Centers are required to make warranty repairs on items sold only from that store; all other repairs may-- or may not be done at the store's own discretion.
  • Page 23 AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER 7020 Columbia Gateway Dr. - Columbia, MD 21046 Information: 410-381-2580 Fax: 410-381-6122 www.mth-railking.com PARTICIPATING A.S.C. RETAILER LIST ALABAMA COLORADO ILLINOIS SOUTHERLAND STATION CUSTOM RAILWA Y SUPPLY BERWYN'S TOY TRAINS & HUNTSVILLE...
  • Page 24 LOUISIANA MINNESOTA HOLLY BEACH TRAIN DEPOT WILDWOOD AMERICA'S TRAIN YARD DON'S HOBBY CO. 609-522-2379 BATON ROUGE MANKATO 225-926-5592 507-387-1330 NEW YORK MAINE MISSOURI L B C MODEL TRAINS BUFFALO WHEELS, WINGS & THINGS SWITCH STAND 716-631-3081 LUDLOW SAINT LOUIS 207-532-6277 314-781-4458 KURT’S TRAINS &...
  • Page 25 THE FREIGHT YARD CHARLEROI SWEEPER RHODE ISLAND SMITHFIELD CENTER GRANDMA'S HOUSE 919-934-6229 CHARLEROI GRANDPA'S TRAIN 724-483-3397 WARWICK LITTLE CHOO CHOO SHOP 401-463-7803 INC. JERRY QUINN TRAINS & TOYS SPENCER COATESVILLE SOUTH CAROLINA 704-637-8717 610-383-1931 EMERALD TRAIN & HOBBY GREENWOOD TRAIN LOFT CRANBERRY HOBBY DEPOT 864-223-2247 WINSTON-SALEM...
  • Page 26 T S G HOBBIES SOMMERFELD'S TRAINS THE TRAIN ROOM WARRENTON BUTLER FERGUS 540-347-9212 262-783-7797 19-787-3280 HOBBY OUTLET NORGE STATION FOND DU LAC CREDIT VALLEY RAILWAY WILLIAMSBURG 920-924-3770 COMPANY 757-564-7623 TREETSVILLE G B T V & TRAINS 905-826-1306 GREEN BAY WASHINGTON 920-496-9697 B&H TRAINS EASTSIDE TRAINS...

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