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Thank you for purchasing the M.T.H. Tinplate Traditions 3243R Locomotive. This
locomotive runs on Standard Gauge three-rail track and can handle a 72" curve. It runs
on 14-20 volts AC (Alternating Current) . This Standard Gauge Tinplate Traditions
Electric Engine contains state-of-the-art electronics with many built-in automatic features
for exciting operation. Despite these advanced features, the locomotive is easy to operate
with any compatible standard AC transformer that is equipped with whistle and bell
buttons (see the compatibility chart on page 17), and is compatible with most other 3-rail
Standard Gauge locomotives, rolling stock, and accessories.
This locomotive is equipped with Proto-Sound 2.0 with Digital Command System
(DCS). This new system will allow you to operate your locomotive in Command mode
(when used with the DCS Remote Control System, sold separately) or Conventional
mode. Conventional operating features are described in the following pages, while the
DCS operating features are covered in the set of operating instructions that
accompanies the DCS equipment. Conventional Mode operation of this locomotive is
much simpler than operation of original Proto-Sound engines. For your own safety and
that of your equipment, please read the instructions before you operate this engine.
WARNING: DO NOT LIFT THIS ENGINE BY ITS HANDRAILS.
THEY CANNOT SUPPORT THE WEIGHT OF THE ENGINE.
Tinplate Traditions®
3243R Electric Engine
Operating Instructions
®
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Tinplate Traditions® 3243R Electric Engine Operating Instructions Thank you for purchasing the M.T.H. Tinplate Traditions 3243R Locomotive. This locomotive runs on Standard Gauge three-rail track and can handle a 72” curve. It runs ® on 14-20 volts AC (Alternating Current) . This Standard Gauge Tinplate Traditions Electric Engine contains state-of-the-art electronics with many built-in automatic features for exciting operation. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Lock into a Direction Reset to Factory Defaults Automatic Sounds Maintenance Lubrication and Greasing Instructions Light Replacement Self-Charging Battery Back-Up Troubleshooting Transformer Compatibility Chart Additional Features with DCS Remote Control System Safety Precautions Service and Warranty Information Tinplate Traditions 3243R Electric Engine... -
Page 3: Initial Lubrication
Familiarize yourself with the location of the oiling points (see Fig. 2 on page 12 ) before beginning. Apply oil before operating and after every seven hours of operation. Tinplate Traditions 3243R Electric Engine... -
Page 4: Basic Operation
To prevent accidental high-speed start-ups, this engine is programmed to restart in neutral each time the track voltage is turned off for 25 seconds or more. Tinplate Traditions 3243R Electric Engine... -
Page 5: Volume Control
(see Fig. 1 ). Proto-Sound 2.0 Volume Adjustment Knob Figure 1. Proto-Sound 2.0 Volume Adjustment Knob Tinplate Traditions 3243R Electric Engine... -
Page 6: Activating Proto-Sound 2.0 Conventional Mode Features
To use these buttons to activate features rather than to blow the whistle or ring the bell, you should press the buttons for a shorter time (1/2 second); you may need to practice your timing to make this work smoothly. Tinplate Traditions 3243R Electric Engine... -
Page 7: Passenger Station Announcements (Psa)
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. Tinplate Traditions 3243R Electric Engine... -
Page 8: Tips On Using Psa
PSA can be triggered from Neutral. It will operate the same as if triggered while in motion except that, at the conclusion of the PSA, the engine will depart in the next direction of travel, as opposed to the direction it was traveling before entering neutral. Tinplate Traditions 3243R Electric Engine... -
Page 9: Speed Control
(including going into neutral) until you repeat the 1 horn, 3 bells code to return the engine to its normal condition, even if the engine is kept without power for extended periods of time. Tinplate Traditions 3243R Electric Engine... -
Page 10: 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. Tinplate Traditions 3243R Electric Engine... -
Page 11: Maintenance
Lubricating the Pickup Rollers (Fig. 2, #4) Apply a small drop of oil at the axles of the pickup rollers. Wipe away excess oil with a cotton swab. The rolling surface should be free of oil. Tinplate Traditions 3243R Electric Engine... -
Page 12: Light Replacement
Replace the headlamps with M.T.H. MS-0000009 clear lamps. Replacement bulbs are available directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department (phone: 410-381-2580; e-mail: parts@mth-railking.com; mail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532). Tinplate Traditions 3243R Electric Engine... -
Page 13: Self-Charging Battery Back-Up
Screws to remove the shell (both ends & both sides) Unhook Wires, Remove and Replace Battery Figure 3b. Replacing the Battery Figure 3a. Screws to Remove to access the inside of the engine. Tinplate Traditions 3243R Electric Engine... -
Page 14: Troubleshooting
The following table should answer most questions. If your problem cannot be resolved with this table, contact M.T.H. for assistance (telephone: 410-381-2580; fax: 410-423-0009; e-mail: service@mth-railking.com, mail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532). Tinplate Traditions 3243R Electric Engine... - Page 15 Tinplate Traditions 3243R Electric Engine...
- Page 16 This engine will operate on any traditional Standard Gauge track system, including M.T.H.’s or original Standard Gauge track. It is also compatible with most standard AC transformers. (See page 17 for a complete list of compatible transformers and wiring instructions.) Tinplate Traditions 3243R Electric Engine...
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Page 17: Transformer Compatibility Chart
Note that many of the operational commands described in these instructions require a bell button, so if your transformer does not have its own bell button, you should consider adding one to get the full benefit of the system. Tinplate Traditions 3243R Electric Engine... -
Page 18: Additional Features With Dcs Remote Control System
Doppler Operation, including setting distance points for Doppler start, repeat, and stop modes. • Independent Volume Control of Engine Sounds, Bell, Horn & Whistle for each Locomotive . • Control up to 50 different DCS-equipped locomotives at one time with multiple TIUs . Tinplate Traditions 3243R Electric Engine... - Page 19 • User Can Query, Set and Operate Track and Accessory Interface Units for Programming Digital Command Operations for up to 250 Accessories and 250 Individual Switches . • User Can Script, Record and Playback Train Routes. Tinplate Traditions 3243R Electric Engine...
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Page 20: Safety Precautions
In the event such conditions exist, the transformer should not be used until properly repaired. - As with all electrical appliances, this product should not be left in operation when unattended. Tinplate Traditions 3243R Electric Engine... - Page 21 Tinplate Traditions 3243R Electric Engine...
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Page 24: Service And 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. 1. 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.