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Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific
Compatibility
This engine is available in 2-rail and 3-rail
versions and will operate on any traditional track
system with the following minimum curvature.
3-rail = O-54 Diameter
2-rail = 42" Radius
This engine is also compatible with most AC &
DC transformers.(See pages 27 and 28 for a
complete list of compatible transformer and
wiring instructions)
PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE
Steam Locomotive
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Passenger Station Announcement
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- Page 1 Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Steam Locomotive OPERATOR’S MANUAL Compatibility This engine is available in 2-rail and 3-rail versions and will operate on any traditional track system with the following minimum curvature. 3-rail = O-54 Diameter 2-rail = 42” Radius This engine is also compatible with most AC &...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Configuring Locomotive for 2-Rail or 3-Rail Operation......... 3 Installing/Removing Pickup Rollers ..........3 Configuring for 2-rail or 3-rail power input...........3 Ensuring Proper Power to Track Polarity..........4 Changing Track Polarity Inside Locomotive.........4 Smoke Deflectors...................5 Locomotive Coupler Options..............6 Set Up Checklist....................9 Lubrication.....................9 Priming The Smoke Unit............... -
Page 3: Configuring Locomotive For 2-Rail Or 3-Rail Operation
Once you have configured the engine for 2-rail or 3-rail operation, you must manually select the power input switch. The 2-rail/3-rail switch is located under the tender, (shown below). 2-Rail/3-Rail switch Selecting 2-rail or 3-rail power input setting Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Steam Locomotive... -
Page 4: Ensuring Proper Power To Track Polarity
Instead, simply slide the polarity switch (shown below). DCS Polarity Switch Changing the polarity with the locomotive polarity switch Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Steam Locomotive... -
Page 5: Smoke Deflectors
Included in the packaging is a replica of the train sign that was mounted on the smoke box front when the engine was pulling the Fleche D'Or (Gold Arrow). The sign can be easily clipped to the front plate on the smokebox front is desired. Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Steam Locomotive... -
Page 6: Locomotive Coupler Options
European Fine Scale Coupler. To remove or install the MTH Remote-Controlled Proto Coupler the tender shell must be removed to unplug or connect the coupler control wires to the Proto Coupler. European Fine Scale Coupler Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Steam Locomotive... - Page 7 - Install the optional pilot beam with no coupler installed - Next remove the shell from the tender by removing the 4 body screws and then unplug the wire harness between the shell and the chassis. Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Steam Locomotive...
- Page 8 To operate the coupler in the conventional mode, the coupler can be opened by quickly pressing the Bell Button and Horn Button (1 Bell and 3 Horns) on a Z- 4000 or compatible Toy Train Transformer. Refer to the Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions on page 13. Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Steam Locomotive...
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Page 9: Set Up Checklist
(shown below). Failure either to add fluid to the unit or to turn it off may damage the smoke unit heating element and/or wicking Smoke Unit Control Location material. Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Steam Locomotive... -
Page 10: Placing The Engine On The Track
If you notice that the sounds are garbled, test and charge the engine as described in the "Self-Charging Battery Back-Up" on page 22. Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Steam Locomotive... -
Page 11: Basic Operation
Neutral Reverse Forward release of the direction button. The engine is Neutral programmed to restart in neutral before forward each time the track voltage is turned off for 25 seconds or more. Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Steam Locomotive... -
Page 12: 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 Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Steam Locomotive... -
Page 13: Proto-Sound® 2.0 Operating Instructions
1 Bell, 3 Horns Speed Control On/Off 1 Bell, 4 Horns Lock into a Direction 1 Horn, 2 Bells (from Neutral only) Reset to Factory Defaults 1 Horn, 3 Bells 1 Horn, 5 Bells (from Neutral only) Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Steam Locomotive... -
Page 14: Passenger Station Announcements (Psa)
Once the bell turns off, the operator regains control of the transformer's bell and Horn buttons and can ring the bell or blow the Horn as usual. Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Steam Locomotive... -
Page 15: Proto-Coupler™ Operation
Hor n 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 Bell Horn Horn Horn Horn Front Coupler Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Steam Locomotive... -
Page 16: Speed Control
Direction Lock Place Two Horn Blasts Engine into Horn Horn Bell Bell Bell (indicates change is made) Desired Repeat to Return Direction to Normal Condition Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Steam Locomotive... -
Page 17: Reset To Factory Default
•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 Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Steam Locomotive... -
Page 18: Maintenance
You should also grease the leading and trailing locomotive truck tongues to enhance their ability to slide on the chassis. Follow the grease points (shown below). Grease (G) Grease Pivot Point (G) Lubricating The Grease Points Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Steam Locomotive... -
Page 19: Cleaning The Wheels, Tires And Track
Durably constructed from ABS plastic, the block includes a built-in cleaning pad. For really stuborn track, you can insert sandpaper into the block in just a few quick steps. Track Cleaning Block (40-1099) Maintenance Kit (30-50010) Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Steam Locomotive... -
Page 20: Traction Tire Replacement Instructions
One set of replacement tires is packaged with your model. Additional sets are available directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department (Order online: www.mth- railking.com, e-mail: parts@mth-railking.com,Fax: 410-423-0009, Phone: 410-381- 2500, Mail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532, ). Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Steam Locomotive... -
Page 21: Headlight Replacement Instructions
The boiler shell will have to be separated from the chassis to access the connectors. The pilot beam must be removed before the chassis and boiler can be separated. Unplug the connector and install the replacement bulb(s). Reassemble the engine in the reverse order of disass embly. Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Steam Locomotive... -
Page 22: Self Charging Battery Back-Up
**Do not use alkaline batteries for testing or checking purposes for the 3-Volt PS2 boards. Using alkaline batteries will damage the 3-Volt battery charging circuit.** Battery Port Battery Battery Location Battery Charger Port Location Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Steam Locomotive... -
Page 23: 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. Smoke Unit Control Smoke Unit Control Location Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Steam Locomotive... - Page 24 Choose from 12 different scents: Christmas, Coal, Diesel, Wood Burning, Coffee, Eggs & Bacon, Vanilla, Candy Cane, Barbeque, Pipe Smoke, Cinnamon Roll, and Apple Pie Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Steam Locomotive...
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Page 25: Troubleshooting Proto-Sound® 2.0 Problems
Control Switch. Switch Should be in the “OFF” position for the rear coupler to fire. Cab Chatter Remedy Sometimes the Cab Chatter sounds don't Cab Chatter plays only in neutral at random play. intervals. Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Steam Locomotive... - Page 26 PSA after step in the PSA cycle. Wait at least 30 fourth press of the direction button. seconds in each PSA sound clip before pressing the direction button. Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Steam Locomotive...
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Page 27: Transformer Compatibility And Wiring Chart
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 Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Steam Locomotive... -
Page 28: Recommended Dc Power Supplies
Magnum 15 0-24v 300 Watt Electronic BridgeWerks Magnum 200 0-24v 300 Watt Electronic BridgeWerks Magnum 400 0-24v 300 Watt Electronic BridgeWerks Magnum 1000 0-24v 300 Watt Electronic LGB Jumbo 50101 0-24v 240 Watt Electronic Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Steam Locomotive... -
Page 29: Additional Features Accessible Of 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 Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Steam Locomotive... -
Page 30: 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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