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Rail King 2-8-0 STEAM ENGINE Operating Instructions Manual

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RAILKING 2-8-0
STEAM ENGINE

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Thank you for purchasing this RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Engine. We at MTH Electric
Trains take pride in manufacturing quality products like your train, and we hope that you
will enjoy it for a long time. The locomotive is easy to operate with any compatible
standard AC transformer (see the compatibility chart on page 12 ), and is completely
compatible with most other 3-rail locomotives, rolling stock, and accessories. To ensure
the maximum durability and pleasure from this locomotive, please read all the way
through these instructions. Remember that a little attention to routine maintenance yields
a maximum of trouble-free performance.

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    STEAM ENGINE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Thank you for purchasing this RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Engine. We at MTH Electric Trains take pride in manufacturing quality products like your train, and we hope that you will enjoy it for a long time. The locomotive is easy to operate with any compatible standard AC transformer (see the compatibility chart on page 12 ), and is completely compatible with most other 3-rail locomotives, rolling stock, and accessories.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Special Reverse Unit Options MAINTENANCE Grease Locomotive Lamp Replacement Locomotive Traction Tire Replacement Proto Smoke Unit Operation and Maintenance COMPATIBILITY TRANSFORMER COMPATIBILITY CHART SAFTEY & WARNING PRECAUTIONS SERVICE AND WARRANTY INFORMATION HOW TO GET SERVICE LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Engine...

  • Page 3: Set Up

    O-31 circles of track. The second hole is for O-72 or larger operation. At this point, you are ready to begin running your engine. RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Engine...

  • Page 4: Transformer Operation

    Only locomotives equipped with full digital sound systems (which feature engine sounds, horns, bells, air-release sound effects, squeaking brakes and many other locomotive related sound effects) can utilize the bell button. RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Engine...

  • Page 5: Special Reverse Unit Options

    (See Figure 1) to the OFF position. This locks the engine into the desired direction. Sliding the switch back to the ON position resets the reverse unit into its normal cycling phases. ® DCRU Switch Figure 1. Location of the DCRU Lock-Out Switch RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Engine...

  • Page 6: Maintenance Instructions

    Such dirt build-up can interfere with electrical contacts, reduce traction (especially on elevated track sections), and cause neoprene traction tires to wear out prematurely. Lubricate Side Rods (L) Lubricate Pivot Point (L) Lubricate Pick Up Rollers (L) Figure 2. Lubrication Points on the Locomotive RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Engine...

  • Page 7: Grease

    Body Mount Screws Body Mount Screws Grease Drive Gear (G) Figure 3. Locations of the Body Mounting Screws and Adding Grease to the Gear Box RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Engine...

  • Page 8: Locomotive Lamp Replacement

    (see figure 3). Once the body has been removed, rotate the headlight bulb counter-clockwise as seen in Figure 4 to remove. You can obtain replacement bulbs directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department. Location of the headlamp bulb Figure 4. Replacing the Locomotive’s Headlamp RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Engine...

  • Page 9: Locomotive Traction Tire Replacement

    One set of replacement tires is included with the model. Additional tires are available directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department (phone: 410-381-2580; fax: 410-423-0009; e-mail: parts@mth-railking.com; mail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532). RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Engine...

  • Page 10: Proto Smoke Unit Operation And Maintenance

    15 drops of fluid to prevent the wick from drying out. • After removing the engine from storage, add another 25 drops of fluid, letting the wick soak up the fluid for 15 minutes prior to operation. RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Engine...

  • Page 11: Compatibility

    This engine will operate on any traditional O-31 or larger O 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 12 for a complete list of compatible transformers and wiring instructions.) RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Engine...

  • Page 12: Transformer Compatibility Chart

    The 2-8-0 locomotive reverse unit is designed to work with any standard AC transformer. The chart below lists many of the compatible transformers and how the terminals on these compatible transformers should be attached to your layout. RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Engine...

  • Page 13: Saftey & Warning 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. RailKing 2-8-0 Steam Engine...
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  • Page 16: Service And Warranty Information

    Service & Warranty Information How to Get Service Under the Terms of the Limited One-Year Warranty For warranty repair, do not return your product to the place of purchase. Instead, follow the instructions below to obtain warranty service as our dealer network is not prepared to service the product under the terms of this warranty.

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