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23440
RhB Electric Loco, Ge 2/4, 212

THE PROTOTYPE

This venerable loco began its long
life as Number 206, one of seven
“boxcab” locos purchased by the
Rhätische Bahn in 1913 for their line
from St. Moritz to Scoul. It was
reconstructed in 1927 after an inci-
dent in the Magnacun Tunnel. In
1943, the RhB replaced the original
box body with a center cab for
improved visibility, hence the name
“flatiron.” Renumbered 212, it went
back to the shop for upgrades in
both 1968 and 1986. Then, in 1993,
it was extensively serviced.

THE MODEL

This detailed model features:
- weather-resistant construction
- factory-installed onboard decoder

for MTS and analog operation

- opening cab doors
- four-way power control switch
- track or catenary power operation
- protected gearbox with seven-pole

Bühler motor

- four powered wheels
- one traction tire
- six power pickups
- voltage stabilization circuit with

surge protection

- automatic directional lighting
- two multi-purpose sockets with

circuit breakers

- length: 380 mm (15.0 in.)
- weight: 2750 g (6.1 lb.)

THE PROGRAM

With this model, we recommend the
following items:
- 10315 RhB Buffer Stop
- 40690 RhB Self Unloading Car, 

Fad 8705

- 40810 RhB Boxcar, Gbk-v, 5507
- 41090 RhB Axle Car, Kk7327
- 41614 RhB Hopper Car, Fau 8767
- 42830 RhB Tank Car, Uah 8140
- 50950 RhB Lighted Signal
- 65004 European Electric Loco

Sound Unit

- 65011 Sound Unit Power Storage
For information on the complete LGB
program, see the LGB catalog.

OPERATION

Operating Modes

This model can be operated with
track power or with power from an
LGB catenary system. There is a
four-way power control switch
mounted in the cab (Fig. 1, 2):
Position 0: loco parked with all

power off

Position 1: power from tracks, motor

and lights on

Position 2: same as Position 1 (fac-

tory pre-set)

Position 3: power from catenary,

motor and lights on

Attention: 

Do not connect this model

to other loco models with different
starting characteristics. This can
damage the internal gearing.

Multi-Train System

The model is equipped with a facto-
ry-installed onboard decoder for the
LGB Multi-Train System. It can be
used without modifications on ana-
log or digital layouts. For operation
with the Multi-Train System, the
model is programmed to loco
address 03. For information on pro-

gramming the loco address, see the
instructions for various MTS compo-
nents.

When operating with the Multi-Train
System, you can remotely control the
loco’s functions. Press the lighting
button (“9” with remotes) to turn the
loco lights on or off.

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: Three white front and two red
rear lights. The model has a "flat"
multi-purpose socket, with a remov-
able cover, on each end wall (Fig. 3).
These sockets can be used to pro-
vide track power to LGB cars with
lighting or sound electronics.
To remove the cover of a socket, pull
it straight out. If the cover is tight,
gently use a small straight screw-
driver to pry it out. (Do not pull out
the rectangular outer housing.)

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.

Catenary Power Operation

This locomotive can be operated with
a powered catenary system (see

Operating Modes

). The bottom of

this model is marked with a red dot.
Place the model on the track with the
red dot pointing to the rail that is not
connected to the catenary power
supply (Fig. 4).

Hint:

To  operate multiple trains on

the same track, we recommend the
LGB Multi-Train System (see 

Multi-

Train System

). With the Multi-Train

System, you can use an 

unpowered

catenary system for prototypical
appearance.

CAUTION!

This model may be pow-

ered with a catenary on analog lay-
outs only. For operation with the dig-
ital Multi-Train System, the model
must use track power. Otherwise,
dangerously high voltages may
result.

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.

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Page 7: ...driver to replace the traction tire Pry the old traction tire out of the wheel groove Gently insert the new traction tire into the wheel groove Make sure that the traction tire is seated properly in t...

Page 8: ...yed CV52 Command for front lighting terminal see CV51 128 CV53 Command for rear lighting terminal see CV51 64 CV54 LGB configuration Bit programming Bit 1 hand off function 0 off 1 on 0 Bit 2 MTS Back...

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