loco’s functions. Press the lighting
button (“9” with remotes) to turn the
loco lights on or off. Press the func-
tion button 7 to turn the smoke gen-
erator off or on.
When operating with the Multi-Train
System, the loco features a “Back-
EMF” function. This keeps the motor
speed constant (and under normal
conditions the loco speed), even
when the load of the loco changes,
for example, in curves or on grades.
This feature does not work at top
speed, because additional voltage
must be available to overcome any
added load.
If desired, numerous functions of the
onboard decoder, such as accelera-
tion, braking, direction of travel and
many others, can be programmed
using a PC and the 55045 MTS PC
Decoder Programming Module (see
Instructions for advanced users
).
These functions also can be pro-
grammed from the 55015 Universal
Remote.
Lighting
This model features directional light-
ing. The model has a "flat" multi-pur-
pose socket, with a removable cover,
on the rear of the loco (Fig. 3). This
socket can be used to provide track
power to cars with lighting or sound
electronics.
To remove the cover of the socket,
pull it straight out. If the cover is
tight, gently use a small straight
screwdriver to pry it out. (Do not pull
out the rectangular outer housing.)
Smoke Generator
This model is equipped with a smoke
generator. A small supply of LGB
Smoke and Cleaning Fluid is included
with this model. For best operation,
fill the generator halfway with fluid. If
the generator is overfilled, it will not
convert the fluid into smoke.
Attention!
Only use LGB Smoke and
Cleaning Fluid (50010). Other fluids
may damage your locomotive.
Attention!
Never touch the heating
element in the center of the smoke
generator. It is hot and fragile.
Hint:
The smoke generator can be
run "dry" without smoke fluid.
Power Supply
Attention!
For safety and reliability,
operate this model with LGB power
supplies (transformers, power packs
and controls) only. The use of non-
LGB power supplies will void your
warranty.
Use this model with LGB power sup-
plies
with an output of at least 1
amp.
For more information on LGB
power supplies for indoor, outdoor
and multi-train operation, see the
LGB catalog.
Attention!
After extended operation,
this model may leave carbon dust or
other debris around the track. This
dust and debris can stain carpet and
other materials. Consider this when
setting up your layout. Ernst Paul
Lehmann Patentwerk and LGB of
America are not liable for any dam-
ages.
SERVICE
Do-It-Yourself Service Levels
Level
- Beginner
Level
- Intermediate
Level
- Advanced
Attention!
Improper service will void
your warranty. For quality service,
contact your authorized retailer or an
LGB factory service station (see
Authorized Service
).
Hint:
Additional expert instructions
for many LGB products are available
at www.lgb.com.
Lubrication
The axle bearings and the side rod
ends should be lubricated occasion-
ally with a small amount of LGB
Maintenance Oil (50019).
Cleaning
This model can be cleaned externally
using a mild detergent and gentle
stream of water. Do not immerse this
model.
Replacing the light bulbs
Front/rear lanterns:
Remove the ring
around the lantern lens. Carefully pry
the lens away from the lantern. Using
tweezers, remove and replace the
bulb. Reassemble.
Cab light:
Using tweezers, remove
and replace the bulb.
Replacing the smoke generator
- Pull the safety cover out of the
smoke stack (Fig. 4).
- Use pliers or tweezers to pull the
old smoke generator out of the
stack (Fig. 5).
- Cut the wires to the old generator
and attach them to the replacement
generator (Fig. 6).
- Insulate the connections and push
the replacement generator into the
stack.
- Reassemble.
Maintenance parts
50010 Smoke and Cleaning Fluid
50019 Maintenance Oil
51020 Gear Lubricant
62201 Standard Motor with Short
Shaft
63120 Brushes, Assembled,
14 mm and 16 mm, 8 pieces
(2 sets required)
63218 Standard Pick-Up Shoes,
2 pieces
65853 Smoke Generator, 5V
68511 Plug-In Bulb, Clear, 5V,
10 pieces
69104 Traction Tire, 37.5mm,
10 pieces
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ADVANCED
USERS
MTS Onboard Decoder
Programming functions
You can program numerous func-
tions of the onboard decoder to suit
your requirements. If you want to do
this, program the “function values”
in “registers” (CVs) using a PC and
the 55045 MTS PC Decoder
Programming Module. You can also
program the function values using a
55015 Universal Remote.
Hints:
- For normal operation, it is not nec-
essary to change the function val-
ues.
- If programming results in unsatis-
factory operation, you can repro-
gram the factory pre-set values of
most important CVs: Program reg-
ister CV55 to function value 55.
This also reprograms the loco
address to the factory pre-set
value.
To reprogram the factory pre-set
function values with the 55015 (dis-
plays shows “P --”) input 6, 5, and 5
and press the right arrow button. The
display shows “P --” again: Input 5,
5, and 5 and press the right arrow
button again.
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