2-8-0 Steam Freight Set 2-8-0 Steam Freight/Passenger Set OPERATOR’S MANUAL Thank you for purchasing this RailKing product.
Table of Contents Set Up Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Assembling RealTrax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Connecting the Transformer and Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Connecting the Transformer and IR Lock-on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Remote Control . . . . .
Set Up Checklist r r r r r r Assemble RealTrax® and Lock-on Connect the transformer Lubricate the engine Prime the Smoke Unit Place the engine and cars on the track and couple them together Apply power to run as described in the Basic Operation section of these instructions. Set Includes Steam Engine with Loco-Sound™ Steam Tender 8-Pieces O-31 Curve RealTrax 3 Freight Cars or 3 Passenger Cars (Cars shown are for example only. Your set may contain different cars.
Getting Started Assembling RealTrax® The quick connectors and built-in roadbed allow you to set up RealTrax anywhere, including carpeted surfaces. STEP 1 Knock-out must be removed before remote lock-on can be installed STEP 2 Remove knock-out from outer edge of track by holding and twisting up with a pair of pliers STEP 3 Insert lock-on into knock-out tab (Lock-on is the interface between the track and transformer) REMOVE TAB FROM OUTER EDGE STEP 4 Make sure the metal contacts line up.
Connecting the Transformer and IR Lock-on The power supply included with this set provides an easy-to-use, safe power source for AC-powered trains and accessories. ! Plug the wire from the transformer into the remote lock-on's center port, then plug the transformer into the wall outlet. ! Unplug when not in use. Remote Control The remote and lock-on are designed for use with moderate power supplies such as the one included with this set. It is compatible with virtually any manufacturer's engines.
Add 15-20 Drops Smoke Fluid Priming the Smoke Unit You should prime the smoke unit with smoke fluid before operating. Add 15-20 drops of smoke fluid from the included pipette through the smokestack, then gently blow into the stack to eliminate any air bubbles in the fluid. If you choose not to prime the unit with fluid, turn the smoke unit switch located under the tender to the OFF position. Running the engine without a primed smoke unit may cause damage.
Basic Operation Controller The Throttle knob controls how fast your train will travel. ! Turn the throttle knob up ½-way, until the engine and caboose 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.
IR Remote Control Throttle Up Throttle up the power to your track by pressing the top end of the Throttle Control Rocker Switch firmly for about 5 seconds, until the engine's headlight and lighted cars burn bright. Then put the engine into motion by firmly pressing the Direction button (hold it for approximately 1 second) on your remote once. 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.
Speed Control M.T.H. engines equipped with Loco-Sound have speed control capabilities that allow the engine to maintain a constant speed up and down grades and around curves, much like an automobile cruise control. You can add or drop cars on the run, and the engine will maintain the speed you set. While the engine is programmed to start with the speed control feature activated, you can opt to turn it off. This means the engine's speed will fall as it labors up a hill and increase as it travels downward.
Direction Lock 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 Whistle button once followed by three quick taps of the Bell button, allowing approximately ½ second to lapse between each quick button press.
Proto-Dispatch This feature allows you to broadcast your own voice through your engine's speaker You must supply the microphone for use with the mini cable (1/8” plug) in this set to connect your microphone to the remote lock-on. To use Proto-Dispatch ! Connect the microphone to the mini-cable with 1/8” plug included in this set.. ! Plug the ”Cable" into the proto-dispatch port on the left side of the remote lock-on and speak into the microphone.
Maintenance DO NOT OVER OIL Lubrication Instructions The engine should be oiled and greased in order to run properly. Regularly lubricate all side rods and linkage components and pickup rollers to prevent squeaking. Use light household oil, such as that found in M.T.H.'s maintenance kit. Do not over oil. Use only a drop or two on each pivot point.
Traction Tire Replacement Instructions Your locomotive is equipped with two neoprene rubber traction tires on the rear set of flanged drivers. While these tires are extremely durable, they may need occasionally need to be replaced. STEP 1 ! Remove the side rod screws (the rods that connect each drive wheel to the other) from the wheels in order to slip the old tire off of the grooved drive wheel. These screws can be loosened with a 5mm nutdriver.
® ProtoSmoke Unit Operation This steam locomotive contains a smoke unit that outputs smoke through the smokestack on the boiler 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. The smoke is then forced out of the stack by a small electric fan. Add Add 15-20 15-20 Drops Drops Smoke Smoke Fluid Fluid With a few easy maintenance steps, you should enjoy trouble-free smoke unit operation for years.
Locomotive Light Bulb Replacement To replace the light bulb in the locomotive, follow the boiler removal instructions below. STEP 1 STEP 2 Remove the six Phillips screws from the chassis then lift the body away from the chassis. Once the locomotive boiler has been removed from its chassis, locate the bulb bracket as seen in the illustration on the right and rotate the headlight bulb counter-clockwise to remove. . Replace Headlight Bulb Replacement bulbs may be purchased directly from the M.T.H.
Caboose Light Bulb Replacement (Freight Set Only) To replace the interior light bulbs follow these instructions and see the diagrams below. STEP STEP 1 2 Lower the chassis from the shell, taking care not to pull the wires out. Remove the four (4) screws located under the caboose's STEP STEP Carefully loosen the end frames on both ends End from the step Frame platform. 3 Step Platform 4 Lower the chassis from the shell, taking care not to pull the wires out.
Passenger Car Light Bulb Replacement (Passenger Set Only) To replace the interior light bulbs follow these instructions and see the diagrams. STEP 1 STEP 2 Turn the car over and remove the two mounting screws holding the roof on. Turn the car back over and gently twist the ends of the car in opposite directions until the roof pops off. Lift the car roof away from the body and chassis. STEP 3 Gently pull the bulb away from its housing and push the replacement bulb into the housing.
Quick-Start DVD The included Quick-Start DVD demonstrates the start-up and basic operation of this set as well as other information about model railroading. You may find it helpful to view the DVD before operating this set. RailWare Interactive CD ROM M.T.H. provides a free RailWare CD ROM in each Ready-To-Run set. It is full of helpful information on M.T.H. product history, track planning software, a dealer finder, and information and video clips on Loco-Sound and Proto-Sound 2.0.
Troubleshooting Loco-Sound™ Problems Although Loco-Sound 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 (e-mail: service@mth-railking.com; telephone: 410-381-2580; fax: 410-423-0009; mail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532).
Compatibility While this Ready-To-Run set is equipped with everything you need to operate it, the design allows flexibility. The train will operate on any traditional O-31 or larger O Gauge track system, including the RealTrax® included with this set or traditional tubular track. It is also compatible with most standard AC transformers, including the hobby transformer packaged with your set.
® 2-8-0 Steam Locomotive with LocoSound Engine Parts Name and Number 1.) Stanchion ( black ) ( plastic )( 3.0mm long ) 2.) Handrail ( nickel )( boiler ) 3.) Bell ( nickel ) 4.) Boiler Shell 5.) Lens ( green )( marker ) 6.) Lens ( clear )( headlight ) 7.) Number board ( PRR cab #8014 ) (SF cab #2512) 8.) Smoke unit ( 7.0x8.0x2.0x3.7mm brass cup )( 7.5mm long posts ) ( Proto-Sound 2.0® & Loco Sound™ ) 9.) Bulb ( clear )( headlight ) ( 6V )( small globe )( screw base) 10.
26.) Wire nut ( yellow ) 27.) PC board ( green ) ( w/ 10 pin female plug ) 28.) Draw bar ( black ) ( 67.5mm long ) 29.) Spring ( 6.5x10.0mm )( w/ 0.6mm thick wire ) 30.) Screw ( 4/40x6.0mm )( washer head ) 31.) Nut ( nickel )( 2.5x5.0x10.0mm ) 32.) Insulator ( black ) ( pick-up )( bottom )( flat )( square ) 33.) Pick-up ( 8.0x11.0mm roller )( 24.0mm long ) 34.) Bolt ( nickel ) ( M3x9.5mm long )( 4.0x2.5mm shoulder ) ( 5.0mm hex head ) 35.) Truck ( lead )( single axle ) 36.) E-clip ( 2.5x6.0x0.5mm ) 37.
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® 2-8-0 Steam Locomotive with LocoSound Tender Parts Name and Number 1.) Tender Shell ( PRR, # 30-4103-0E ) (SF, # 30-4119-0E) 2.) Board ( Loco-Sound™ )( steam/turbine ) 3.) Screw ( 4/40x8.0mm )( roundhead ) 4.) Insulator ( white ) ( washer )( 3.0x6.0x3.0mm )( plastic ) 5.) Insulator ( clear ) ( 13.0x19.0x0.1mm )( single hole ) 6.) Screw ( M3x4.0mm )( roundhead ) 7.) Screw ( M3x6.0mm )( roundhead ) 8.) Wire nut ( yellow ) 9.) Speaker cone ( black ) ( 44.0x48.3x37.0mm )( plastic )( 2 screw hole tabs ) 10.
.) Washer ( black )(plastic) ( 4.6x8.6x2.0mm )( inside 7.0x1.0mm )( cup shaped ) 26.) E-clip ( 3.0x8.0x0.5mm ) 27.) Truck ( black ) ( tender )( 2 axle ) 28.) Screw ( 6/32x6.0mm )( washer head ) 29.) Gasket ( black ) ( speaker ring )( 43.8x49.8x3.0mm )( foam ) NS.
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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. First, e-mail, write, call or fax a M.T.H.
