Rail King GG-1 Operating Instructions Manual
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RAILKING GG-1
ELECTRIC ENGINE
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for purchasing the RailKing GG-1 Electric Engine with M.T.H.'s
Loco-Sound™ . This RailKing Electric Engine contains state-of-the-art electronics with
many built-in automatic features for incredibly realistic operation. Despite these
advanced features, the locomotive is easy to operate with any compatible standard AC
transformer (see the compatibility chart on page 13), and is completely compatible with
most other 3-rail locomotives, rolling stock, and accessories.
M.T.H. takes pride in manufacturing high quality products like your RailKing GG-1
Electric Engine, and we hope that you will enjoy it for a long time. Please read all the
accompanying instructions carefully before setting up and operating your locomotive.
With proper care, this engine should yield years of trouble-free performance.
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- Page 1 (see the compatibility chart on page 13), and is completely compatible with most other 3-rail locomotives, rolling stock, and accessories. M.T.H. takes pride in manufacturing high quality products like your RailKing GG-1 Electric Engine, and we hope that you will enjoy it for a long time. Please read all the accompanying instructions carefully before setting up and operating your locomotive.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Direction Lock Proto-Cast and Proto-Dispatch Volume Control Maintenance Lubrication and Greasing Instructions Cleaning the Wheels, Tires and Track Locomotive Traction Tire Replacement Locomotive Light Bulb Replacement Troubleshooting Compatibility Transformer Compatibility Chart Safety Precautions Service and Warranty Information RailKing GG-1 Electric Engine... -
Page 3: Initial Lubrication
To prevent accidental high-speed start-ups, this engine is programmed to restart in neutral each time the track voltage is turned off for 10 seconds or more. RailKing GG-1 Electric Engine... -
Page 4: Speed Control
Bell button. The engine will not change direction (including going into neutral) until you repeat the 1 whistle, 3 bells code to return the engine to its normal state. RailKing GG-1 Electric Engine... -
Page 5: Proto-Cast And Proto-Dispatch
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 GG-1 Electric Engine... -
Page 6: Volume Control
(see Fig. 1 ). Loco-Sound Volume Adjustment Knob Figure 1. Location of the Loco-Sound Volume Adjustment Knob RailKing GG-1 Electric Engine... -
Page 7: Maintenance
Body Mount Body Mount Screws Screws Grease (G) Grease (G) Figure 3. Greasing Points on the Locomotive and the Locations of the Body Mounting Screws. RailKing GG-1 Electric Engine... -
Page 8: Cleaning The Wheels, Tires And Track
To clean the track, use a clean rag and denatured alcohol (not rubbing alcohol). Unplug the transformer and wipe the rails of the track, turning the rag frequently to ensure that you are using clean cloth on the rails. RailKing GG-1 Electric Engine... -
Page 9: Locomotive Traction Tire Replacement
Reassemble in the reverse order and replace the tires on the other end of the engine. One set of replacement tires is packaged with your model. Additional tires are available directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department (phone: 410-381-2580; RailKing GG-1 Electric Engine... -
Page 10: Locomotive Light Bulb Replacement
You can obtain replacement bulbs directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department. Light Bulbs are Located on both ends of the Locomotive. Figure 5. Locate the Burned-Out Lightbulbs in the Locomotive. To Replace the Bulb, turn the Bulb Counter-Clockwise to remove and Install a New One. RailKing GG-1 Electric Engine... -
Page 11: Troubleshooting
Follow the procedure in the with the engine sounds running. “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 GG-1 Electric Engine... -
Page 12: 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 13 for a complete list of compatible transformers and wiring instructions.) RailKing GG-1 Electric Engine... -
Page 13: Transformer Compatibility Chart
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 Common 0-20v 135/190 Watt Electronic A,B,C or D Celebration Series ZW * Conventional Mode Only RailKing GG-1 Electric Engine... -
Page 14: 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. RailKing GG-1 Electric Engine... - Page 15 ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ _______________________________ ____________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ RailKing GG-1 Electric 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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