Table of Contents
Advertisement
Quick Links
Premier GP38-2
Diesel Engine
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
(3V PS-2)
Compatibility
This engine will operate on any
traditional O-31 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
21 for a complete list of compatible
transformers and wiring instructions.)
Freight Yard Sound
PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE
Advertisement
Table of Contents
Related Manuals for M.T.H. Premier GP38-2
Summary of Contents for M.T.H. Premier GP38-2
- Page 1 Premier GP38-2 Diesel Engine OPERATOR’S MANUAL (3V PS-2) Compatibility This engine will operate on any traditional O-31 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 21 for a complete list of compatible transformers and wiring instructions.)
-
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Set Up Checklist......................Lubrication....................... Checking the Battery..................Priming the Smoke Unit................. Basic Operation......................Activating Features................... Volume Control....................Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions..............Activating Proto-Sound 2.0 Conventional Mode Features......Freight Yard Sounds (FYS)/ Passenger Station Announcements (PSA).. Proto-Coupler® Operation................Speed Control.................... -
Page 3: Set Up Checklist
If you notice that the sounds are garbled, test and charge the engine as described in the "Self-Charging Battery Back-Up" on page 15. Premier GP38-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 4: Priming The Smoke Unit
Add Smoke Fluid Figure 2. Adding Smoke Fluid Running the engine without a primed smoke unit may cause damage Smoke Unit ON/OFF Switch Figure 3. Smoke Unit Control Premier GP38-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 5: Basic Operation
The engine is programmed to restart in neutral each time the track voltage is turned off for 25 seconds or more. Cycle Phases Neutral Reverse Forward Neutral Premier GP38-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 6: Volume Control
To adjust the volume of all sounds made by this engine, turn the master volume control knob located next to the fuel tank clockwise to increase the volume and counter-clockwise to decrease the volume. Proto-Sound 2.0 Volume Adjustment Knob Figure 4. Manual Volume Adjustment Knob Premier GP38-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 7: Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions
FYS/PSA. 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 Premier GP38-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 8: Proto-Coupler Operation
Horn/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 Horn/ Horn/ Horn/ Bell Rear Whistle Whistle Whistle Coupler Premier GP38-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 9: Speed Control
3 bells code to return the engine to its normal condition, even if the engine is kept without power for extended periods of time. Direction Lock Place Two Whistle Blasts Engine into whistle Bell Bell Bell Whistle (indicates change is made) Desired Repeat to Return Direction to Normal Condition Premier GP38-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 10: Reset To Factory Default
Squealing Brakes play any time the engine's speed decreases rapidly. 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. Premier GP38-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 11: Maintenance
(in the truck block) with grease. 4. Reassemble the truck and motor, being careful not to pinch any wires between the truck block and motor mount. Premier GP38-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 12: Cleaning The Wheels, Tires And Track
Thereafter, keep an eye on the track and clean it when it gets dirty to ensure good electrical contact and to lengthen the life of the tires. Premier GP38-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 13: Traction Tire Replacement Instructions
5. Reassemble in the reverse order. Replacement parts are available directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department (order online: www.mth-railking.com, e-mail: parts@mth-railking.com; mail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532, FAX: 410-381-6122). Premier GP38-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 14: Headlight Replacement Instructions
Insert the new bulb harness and reconnect. Replacement bulb harnesses are available directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department. Replacing the Light Bulb Replacing the Light Bulb Lift Connector terminal Off Mount and Unplug Wire Harness Figure 8. Replacing the Light Bulbs Premier GP38-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 15: 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. Disconnect Battery And Slide Out Of Bracket Figure 10. Battery Location. Premier GP38-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 16: Protosmoke Unit Operation
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. Premier GP38-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... - Page 17 Replacement parts and wick replacement instructions are available directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department (order online: www.mth-railking.com, e-mail: parts@mth-railking.com; mail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532, FAX: 410-381-6122). Inspection Cover Screws Figure 12. Inspecting the Smoke Unit Wick Premier GP38-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0...
-
Page 18: Troubleshooting Proto-Sound® 2.0 Problems
Do NOT use oil. The coupler does not fire or stay The coupler needs to be cleaned. coupled. Wipe with denatured alcohol (not rubbing alcohol) and let dry. Premier GP38-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... - Page 19 Because there are a limited number of sound clips available in each FYS sequence, it is probable that some of these sound clips will be repeated from time to time. Premier GP38-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0...
- Page 20 FYS after fourth FYS cycle. Wait at least 30 press of the direction button. seconds in each FYS sound clip before pressing the direction button. Premier GP38-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0...
-
Page 21: Transformer Compatibility And Wiring Chart
Lionel RW 9-19v 110-Watt 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 Premier GP38-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 22: Additional Features Accessible With The Dcs Remote Control System
Direction Control Set Up-User can set initial individual start-up direction (start in forward or reverse) for double- heading operations •Locomotive Consist Set-up-User can determine locomotive values for consist make-ups, allowing multiple locomotives belonging to a consist to operate together Premier GP38-2 Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0... -
Page 23: 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.