ProtoSmoke
™
Unit Operation
This diesel locomotive contains a Proto-Sound® 2.0 controlled smoke unit that
outputs smoke through the smkestack on the roof of the engine. The smoke unit
is essentially a small heating element and wick that soaks up and then heats a
mineral oil-based fluid that emits smoke. The smoke is then forced out of the
stack by a small electric fan. Smoke volume is controlled by the Proto-Sound® 2.0
system.
With a few easy maintenance steps, you should enjoy trouble-free smoke unit
operation for years.
When preparing to run this engine, add 15-20 drops of smoke fluid through the
smokestack (shown below). We recommend M.T.H. ProtoSmoke™ fluid. Do not
overfill the unit or the fluid may leak out and coat the interior engine components.
To adjust the amount of smoke produced, turn the smoke unit volume control
clockwise to increase the amount of smoke, or counter-clockwise to reduce the
amount (shown below)
If you choose not to add smoke fluid (or
have already added fluid but choose to run
run smoke-free), turn off the smoke unit
by turning the smoke unit control fully
counter clockwise.
Failure either to add
fluid to the smoke unit or to turn it off
may damage the smoke unit heating
element and/or wicking material.
Premier F-3/F-7 ABA Diesel Engine Proto-Sound®2.0
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Adding Smoke Fluid
Add Smoke
Smoke Unit Control
Smoke Unit Control
Running the engine without a primed
smoke unit may cause damage
