Tender Couplers
2-rail locomotive models do not come with a rear
coupler since many 2-rail enthusiasts may utilize
different coupler types on their 2-rail locomotives
and cars. Each tender does have pre-drilled holes
for use when installing a Kadee® scale coupler as
seen on the right.. Follow the individual coupler
installation instructions when installing another
manufacturer’s coupler system.
Proto-Coupler Installation
Owners of 2-rail models who intend to run this
locomotive on a 3-rail layout may wish to use the
M.T.H. Proto-Coupler so that they may enjoy the
remote uncoupling anywhere on the layout.
A Proto-Coupler and the necessary mounting
hardware are included in the packaging with each
2-rail locomotive. The wire harness in the tender
is prewired with a plug-in connection for the
Proto-Coupler.
To install the Proto-Coupler on a 2-rail tender,
follow the step by step instruction listed below.
-First remove the Kadee Coupler Mounting Plate from the bottom of the tender
chassis.
- Next remove the shell from the tender by removing the 4 body screws shown
in the pictures on page 19 and then unplug the wire harness between the shell
and the chassis.
The Proto-Coupler mounts at the back of the truck with the countersunk head
screws supplied in the packaging. Make sure that the fiber insulator is preventing
the coupler bracket from touching the brass pickup plate on the truck bolster.
After the Proto-Coupler has been mounted connect the coupler wire to the main
wire harness using the provided connectors.
Next re-connect the wire harness between the tender shell and the chassis.
Then re-join the tender shell to the chassis being careful that no wires get
pinched in the process.
3-Rail Proto-Coupler
Pre-drilled Kadee®
Coupler mounting holes
Premier 4-6-0 Camelback Steam Locomotive
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