STEAM ENGINE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS This RailKing Blue Comet Steam Engine is produced in detailed Die-Cast Metal and operates on O-31 track. This RailKing Steam Engine contains M.T.H.’s Loco-Sound™ sound and train control system. The locomotive is easy to operate with any compatible standard AC transformer (see the compatibility chart on page 14), and is completely compatible with most other 3-rail locomotives, rolling stock, and accessories.
Volume Control Maintenance Lubrication and Greasing Instructions Cleaning the Wheels, Tires and Track Locomotive Traction Tire Replacement Smoke Unit Maintenance Locomotive Light Bulb Replacement Troubleshooting Compatibility Transformer Compatibility Chart Safety Precautions Service and Warranty Information RailKing Blue Comet Steam Engine...
5. Connect the draw bar between the engine and tender. Hole farthest from tender is for operation on O-31 curves. Second hole larger curves. At this point, you are ready to begin running your engine. RailKing Blue Comet Steam Engine...
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. RailKing Blue Comet Steam Engine...
1 whistle, 3 bells code to return the engine to its normal state. Feature to Be Activated: Button Code: 1 Whistle, 2 Bells Speed Control On/Off 1 Whistle, 3 Bells Lock into a Direction/Unlock RailKing Blue Comet Steam Engine...
If you experience popping and interference, try cleaning the track with denatured alcohol as described in the “Cleaning the Wheels, Tires and Track” section of this booklet. Note: M.T.H. does not recommend using Proto-Cast and Proto-Dispatch at the same time. RailKing Blue Comet Steam Engine...
3. Use a grease tube dispenser to put a small amount (approx. 1-2 ml.) of lithium-based grease into the gearbox. 4. Replace the screw. Body Mount Screws Body Mount Screws Grease Screw (G) Figure 3. Greasing Points on the Engine and Body Mounting Screws RailKing Blue Comet Steam Engine...
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 Blue Comet Steam Engine...
If you experience poor or no smoke output when the smoke unit is on and has fluid, check the wick Figure 6. Smoke Unit to see if it has become hard, blackened, and Inspection Cover unabsorbent around the heating element. Remove RailKing Blue Comet Steam Engine...
To replace the light in the tender, unscrew the six screws holding the tender shell on. Unplug the wires from its harness and replace the bulb, reassemble. You can obtain replacement bulbs directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department. HeadLight Figure 7. Replacing the Headlight and the Fire Box RailKing Blue Comet Steam Engine...
“Lock into a Direction” section. Engine speed must be below 10 scale The engine won’t lock into forward, mph (approx. 10 volts or less in neutral, or reverse. conventional mode). RailKing Blue Comet Steam Engine...
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 14 for a complete list of compatible transformers and wiring instructions.) RailKing Blue Comet Steam Engine...
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 RailKing Blue Comet Steam Engine...
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 Blue Comet Steam Engine...
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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