MTHTrains 20-5584-1 Operator'S Manual Download Page 1

Compatibility

This engine will operate on any 
traditional O-72 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 22 for a 
complete list of  compatible transformers 
and wiring instructions.)

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL (3V PS-2)

Summary of Contents for 20-5584-1

Page 1: ...ing M T H s RealTrax or ScaleTrax or traditional tubular track It is also compatible with most standard AC transformers See page 22 for a complete list of compatible transformers andwiringinstructions...

Page 2: ...g 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...

Page 3: ...s 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...

Page 4: ...turn the bell off press and release the Bell button again The bell will continue to ring from the time you turn it on until you press and release the button again to turn it off Horn Whistle To sound...

Page 5: ...nd gently pull up on the contact slider The rear pantograph should open to its full height The front pantograph should rise slightly to unlatch but remain collapsed Power Selection The Automatic Opera...

Page 6: ...d the pantographs will go through an orientation check This will make sure that the rear pantograph is raised and the front pantograph is lowered When the direction of the locomotive is reversed the f...

Page 7: ...operation of the operating pantographs is Auto mode Also the default orientation of the pantographs is that when the engine is in the forward direction the rear pantograph is up and the front one is d...

Page 8: ...ct with the overhead cantenary the engine will lose power and not operate until one of the pantographs remakes contact with the cantenary or the selector switch is moved back to the track position Pre...

Page 9: ...to play the FYS PSA quickly but firmly tap the Bell button once followed by 2 quick taps of the Horn Whistle button while the engine is moving Tap the buttons quickly but allow approximately second be...

Page 10: ...tly and that engine s motor disable feature will not be active when you run FYS PSA in Proto Sound 2 0 FYS PSA can be triggered from Neutral It will operate the same as if triggered while in motion ex...

Page 11: ...two times allowing approximately second to lapse between each quick button press Repeat the 1 horn whistle 2 bells code to return it to the other condition You will want to do this during the initial...

Page 12: ...te that the engine has made the change Automatic Sounds Certain Proto Sound 2 0 sound effects automatically play in programmed conventional mode conditions Squealing Brakes play any time the engine s...

Page 13: ...l components temporarily in order to access the gears 1 To access the gear box remove the cab from the chassis by unscrewing the body mount screws as seen in Figure 6 and lifting the cab from the chas...

Page 14: ...cause poor electrical contact and traction and prematurely wear out the neoprene traction tires Wheels and tires can be cleaned using denatured not rubbing alcohol applied with a cotton swab To clean...

Page 15: ...may find it useful to use two small flathead screwdrivers to stretch the tire over the wheel 4 If you twist the tire while stretching it over the wheel you will need to remove and reinstall the tire O...

Page 16: ...The bulb has a quick disconnect plug that attaches the bulb harness to a connector terminal inside the body shell Replacement bulbs are available directly from the M T H Parts Department Follow the bo...

Page 17: ...ightly for 15 minutes Recharge If the sounds are improved at the end of the 15 minute test charge the battery charge has run down and can be recharged There are a number of ways you can do this Leave...

Page 18: ...n t work on a separate bell button When I try to fire the coupler FYS PSA starts The Proto Coupler won t let the engine uncouple on the fly The coupler does not fire or stay coupled When I press the w...

Page 19: ...the neutral position Follow the procedure in the Lock into a Direction section Engine speed must be below 10 scale mph approx 10 volts or less in conventional mode Proto Sound 2 0 volume is set too hi...

Page 20: ...listic as possible Proto Sound 2 0 disables the reversing unit whenever FYS PSA is enabled This way the engine remains still at its stop as the operator cycles through the FYS PSA sequences FYS is pro...

Page 21: ...90 Watt Standard Lionel 1044 U A 5 16v 90 Watt Standard Lionel 1053 U A 8 17v 60 Watt Standard Lionel 1063 U A 8 17v 60 Watt Standard All Trol Left Terminal Right Terminal 0 24v 300 Watt Electronic Da...

Page 22: ...on push stops all Proto Sound 2 0 trains but does not turn off the power One Touch Global Mute UnMute Single button mutes or unmutes all DCS controlled locomotives user defined actions including sound...

Page 23: ...less of whether you discussed the problem with a service technician when contacting the Service Center for your Return Authorization Please make sure you have followed the instructions carefully befor...

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