Rail King PCC ElectricStreet Car Manuals

PCC Electric Street Car OPERATOR’S MANUAL PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE 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 18 for a complete list of compatible transformers and wiring instructions.) CAUTION: ELECTRICALLY OPERATED PRODUCT: Not recommended for children under 10 years of age. M.T.H. recommends adult supervision with children ages 10 - 16. As with all electric products, precautions should be observed during handling and use to reduce the risk of electric shock. WARNING: When using electrical products, basic safety precautions should be observed, including the following: Read this manual thoroughly before using this device. M.T.H. recommends that all users and persons supervising use examine the hobby transformer and other electronic equipment periodically for conditions that may result in the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, such as damage to the primary cord, plug blades, housing, output jacks or other parts. In the event such conditions exist, the train set should not be used until properly repaired. Do not operate your layout unattended. Obstructed accessories or stalled trains may overheat, resulting in damage to your layout. This train set is intended for indoor use. Do not use if water is present. Serious injury or fatality may result. G G G G Do not operate the hobby transformer with damaged cord, plug, switches, buttons or case. Table of Contents Set Up Checklist................................................................................................... 3 Lubrication.............................................................................................3 Checking The Battery.............................................................................3 Basic Operation.....................................................................................................4 Activating Features.................................................................................4 Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions........................................................... 6 Activating Proto-Sound 2.0 Conventional Mode Features....................6 Transit Announcement Stops (TAS)......................................................7 Speed Control.........................................................................................11 Locking Locomotive Into A Direction.................................................. 12 Reset To Factory Default.......................................................................12 Automatic Sound Effects....................................................................... 12 Maintenance .........................................................................................................13 Lubricating and Greasing Instructions...................................................13 Cleaning The Wheels, Tires and Track..................................................14 Headlight Replacement Instructions......................................................15 Self Charging Battery Back-Up.............................................................15 Troubleshooting Proto-Sound® 2.0 Problems.......................................17 Transformer Compatibility and Wiring Chart....................................... 18 Additional Features Accessible Of DCS Remote Control System........ 19 Service & Warranty Information........................................................... 20 Limited One-Year Warranty..................................................................20 RailKing PCC Street Car 3 Set Up Checklist • Lubricate the locomotive • Check to see whether the battery needs to be charged for full sound effects • Apply power to run as described in the Basic Operating Section of this manual Lubrication You should lubricate the engine to prevent it from squeaking. Use light household oil and follow the lubrication points marked “L” in Fig. 1. Do not over-oil. Use only a drop or two on each pivot point. Lubricate Pick Up Rollers (L) Lubricate Pick Up Rollers (L) Lubricate Wheel Axles (L) (On Each Truck) Figure 1. Lubrication Points on the Locomotive DO NOT OVER OIL Checking The Battery You may find, if your locomotive was built several months before you set it up, that the rechargeable battery has run down and needs to be charged before operating. 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.