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MTH SD40-2 Diesel Operating Manual
Event 5: (Forward)
The operator now interrupts the transformer throttle
again to enter the next reverse unit phase; Forward. FYS confirms to the
operator that it has entered the Forward phase by playing a radio messagne
followed by the freight car door closing. Within 2 seconds of the door
closing, the locomotive bell begins chiming.
After approximately 8 chimes of the bell, the
engine begins moving in the forward phase
with the bell continuing to ring another 8
chimes before automatically turning off.
Once the bell turns off, the operator regains
control of the transformer whistle and bell
buttons and can ring the bell or blow the
whistle as usual.
Note:
When entering the Forward phase of FYS, it is important to set the transformer
throttle at a high enough setting that will allow the engine to begin moving once FYS
automatically activates the motors. Otherwise the engine will just sit still until you increase
the transformer throttle setting on the transformer. However, dont set the throttle setting too
high or the engine will go racing away faster than you might expect.
TIPS ON USING FYS FEATURES
FYS is a unique feature of ProtoSounds® that is completely controlled by the
operator. You decide how, when or if you want to utilize the feature. By
reviewing the following tips, you should find solutions or suggestions to the
various operating scenarios you might encounter when using FYS.
Tip #1:
You can escape the FYS sequence by interrupting the transformer
throttle before the radio message in Event 2 (neutral before reverse).
Tip #2:
You can terminate FYS at anytime by turning the transformer
throttle Off for 15 seconds.
Tip #3:
You do not have to be in the Forward phase to utilize FYS. For
example, if you activate the FYS feature while in Reverse and interrupt the
throttle to enter Neutral, you will be entering Neutral Before Forward rather
than Neutral Before Reverse as defined in Event 2 above. Consequently, the
Forward phase will be rendered inactive by ProtoSounds® instead of the
Reverse phase as explained in Event 3. This will allow your train to leave the
yard in the same reverse direction that it arrived in.
Listen For The Sound
Of Box Door Closing
Clunnkkk
Interrupt Throttle To
Enter The Next Phase
