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- Page 1 www.railking.com Coors Light The Silver Bullet ® Steam Locomotive Set OPERATION MANUAL 3V PS2 Thank you for purchasing this RailKing product. PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Set Up Checklist......................Lubrication....................... Priming the Smoke Unit................. Placing the Engine on the Track..............Checking the Battery..................Basic Operation......................Activating Features................... Manual Volume Control.................. Proto-Sound® 2.0 Operating Instructions............... Activating Proto-Sound® 2.0 Conventional Mode Features...... Passenger Station Annoucements (PSA)/ Freight Yard Sound (FYS)................ -
Page 3: Set Up Checklist
Set Up Checklist - Lubricate the locomotive - Check to see whether the battery needs to be charged for full sound effects - Prime the smoke unit - Apply power to run as described in the Basic Operating Section of this manual Lubrication DO NOT DO NOT... -
Page 4: Placing The Engine On The Track
™ ProtoSmoke Fluid ProtoSmoke is the recommended fluid for M.T.H. products and can be used in other manufacturers products as well. Choose from 12 different scents: Christmas, Coal, Diesel, Wood Burning, Coffee, Eggs & Bacon, Vanilla, Candy Cane, Barbeque, Pipe Smoke, Cinnamon Roll, and Apple Pie Placing the Engine on the Track Place the engine and cars on the track, taking care to make sure that all wheels are... -
Page 5: Basic Operation
Basic Operation The Throttle knob controls how fast your train will travel. Turn the throttle knob up ½-way, until the engine lights shine bright. Put the engine into motion by pressing the Direction button on your transformer once. (hold it for approximately 1 second) If the engine does not begin to move as soon as you firmly press the Direction button, you may not have sent enough voltage to the track to make the train move. -
Page 6: Manual Volume Control
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 RailKing Coors Light The Silver Bullet Steam Locomotive Set ®... -
Page 7: Proto-Sound® 2.0 Operating Instructions
Proto-Sound® 2.0 Operating Instructions This manual contains the operating instructions for Proto-Sound® 2.0 in conventional mode only. Instructions for accessing DCS command mode features accompany the DCS Remote Control System equipment (sold separately). Activating Proto-Sound® 2.0 Conventional Mode Features Your set is equipped with three operating reefer cars that feature operating doors, interior LED flashing lights and operating smoke units simulating cold frosted air. -
Page 8: Freight Yard Sound (Fys)
Freight Yard Sounds (FYS): Your set is equipped with a Freight Yard Sound (FYS and feature package that simulates the delivery of ice cold beer. Each sequence described below will play as long as it is left on, randomly generating sounds, but be sure to allow approximately 30 seconds between the button pushes described below to allow the FYS/PSA sufficient time to run through each sequence. -
Page 9: Proto-Coupler™ Operation
Tips on Using FYS You can terminate FYS at any time by turning off power to the track for 15 seconds. You do not have to be in Forward to use FYS. At the conclusion of the full sequence, the train will pull away from the station in whatever direction you were going when you activated the feature. -
Page 10: Speed Control
Front Coupler: To fire the front coupler (if your engine has one), quickly tap the Bell button once followed by four quick taps of the Horn 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. -
Page 11: Locking Locomotive Into A Direction
Locking Locomotive Into A Direction You can lock your engine into a direction (forward, neutral, or reverse) so that it will not change directions. To do this, put the engine into the direction you want (or into neutral to lock it into neutral), run it at a very slow crawl (as slowly as it will move without halting), and quickly but firmly tap the Horn button once followed by three quick taps of the Bell button, allowing approximately ½... -
Page 12: Maintenance
Maintenance Lubricating and Greasing Instructions The engine should be well oiled and greased in order to run properly. You should regularly lubricate the engine to prevent it from squeaking. DO NOT DO NOT DO NOT Use light household oil and follow the lubrication points marked “L” OVER OIL OVER OIL OVER OIL... -
Page 13: Cleaning The Wheels, Tires And Track
Removing the Body Body Mount Screws Body Mount Screws Motor Mount Screw Removing the Body Cleaning The Wheels, Tires, and Track Periodically check the locomotive wheels and pickups for dirt and buildup, which can cause poor electrical contact and traction and prematurely wear out the neoprene traction tires. -
Page 14: Traction Tire Replacement Instructions
Traction Tire Replacement Instructions 1. Remove the side rods from the wheels in order to slip the new tire over the grooved drive wheel. Make sure to note the position of all rods before removing. 2. Make sure the old tire has been completely removed from the groove in the drive wheel, using a razor blade or small flathead screwdriver to pry away any remains. -
Page 15: Headlight Replacement Instructions
Headlight Replacement Instructions The locomotive’s lights are controlled by a constant voltage circuit in the engine. They are easy to remove and replace when they burn out. See the diagrams and directions below for instructions on accessing and replacing the light bulbs in this locomotive. -
Page 16: Self Charging Battery Back-Up
Self Charging Battery Back-up The special rechargeable 2.4v self-charging battery recharges continuously during train operation and should last for up to five years. The battery is a dry battery that should not leak or cause any damage to your engine. Depending upon when your engine was built, it may need to be charged right out of the box. - Page 17 Self Charging Battery Back-up cont. Battery Pack Battery Location Battery Port Battery Recharging Port RailKing Coors Light The Silver Bullet Steam Locomotive Set ®...
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Page 18: Protosmoke Unit Operation
ProtoSmoke™ Unit Operation This locomotive contains a self-powered smoke unit that outputs smoke through the smokestack on the roof of the engine. The smoke unit is essentially a small heating element and wick that soaks up and then heats a mineral oil-based fluid that emits a harmless smoke. -
Page 19: Adding Smoke Fluid (Operating Reefer)
To do this, follow these instructions: 1. Once the boiler has been removed, locate the smoke unit assembly (see below). 2. Use a phillips head screwdriver to remove the inspection cover screws see below.. 3. After removing the inspection cover, inspect the wick. If it is darkly discolored and hard, it should be replaced. -
Page 20: Troubleshooting Proto-Sound® 2.0 Problems
Troubleshooting Proto-Sound® 2.0 Problems Although Proto-Sound® 2.0 has been designed and engineered for ease of use, you may have some questions during initial operation. The following table should answer most questions. If your problem cannot be resolved with this table, contact M.T.H. for assistance (Order online: www.mth-railking.com, e-mail: parts@mth-railking.com,Fax: 410-423-0009, Phone: 410-381-2580, Mail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532, ). - Page 21 Lock-out Remedy I can’t get the engine to run after I The engine is locked into the power up the transformer. It sits neutral position. Follow the still with the engine sounds procedure in the “Lock into a running. Direction” section. Engine speed must be below 10 The engine won’t lock into scale mph (approx.
- Page 22 Remedy So that FYS effects can be as Once in FYS, the engine doesn’t realistic as possible, Proto-Sound go into reverse. 2.0 disables the reversing unit whenever FYS is enabled. This way the engine remains still at its stop as the operator cycles through the FYS sequences.
- Page 23 Smoke Remedy Weak Smoke Output Check smoke stack for air bubbles, add fluid if needed If the smoke unit has just been filled it may take a minute for the heater to get back to full temperature Sounds Remedy Sounds Aren't Timed to the Door This is normal when you run the reefer car for the first time.
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Page 24: Transformer Compatibility And Wiring Chart
Transformer Compatibility and Wiring Chart Proto-Sound 2.0 is designed to work with most standard AC transformers. The chart below lists the many compatible transformers. 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. -
Page 25: Additional Features Accessible With The Dcs Remote Control System
Additional Features Accessible With The DCS Remote Control System (Additional equipment required) While conventional mode operation of a Proto-Sound 2.0 engine yields wonderfully realistic sound and several train control features, command mode operation allows the user to access a world of command functions never before accessible to O Gauge railroaders. - Page 26 Continued...Additional Features Accessible With The DCS Remote Control System •DCS Proto-Speed Control - Establishes desired locomotive speed in scale miles per hour increments via a thumbwheel control and allows operator to set maximum speed and acceleration/deceleration rates •ProtoSmoke™ Variable Output Control - Controls how much smoke each engine outputs and matches smoke to locomotive speed •Locomotive Lighting Control - Controls locomotive headlights, marker and interior lights, beacon lights, ditch lights, and MARS lights...
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Page 27: 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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