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RAILKING D&RG 4-6-0 

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

  Thank you for purchasing the die-cast RailKing D&RG 4-6-0 steam
locomotive.  The engine’s die-cast body and tender are traditionally sized
for operation on any O-27 or larger layout.  The engine is compatible with
any standard AC transformer, (see page 33 for a complete list of compatible 
transformers and wiring instructions) and is completely compatible with
most other 3-rail locomotives, rolling stock and accessories.

  The locomotive and tender are equipped with either an electronic whistle
or the Proto-Sound® digital sound and train control system which contains
several deluxe features that are simple and fun to operate.  Each feature is
described among the following pages which should be read before the
engine is operated.  For those of you who can’t wait to get started, the

Quick Start Basic Operating Instructions

 

found on pages 3 and 4 should

be read so that you understand the basics of the operating system.  Please
note that some features are only found in the Proto-Sound® equipped
engines and are marked as such.  Features not marked as Proto-Sound®
features are available in both versions.

Summary of Contents for D&RG 4-6-0

Page 1: ...otive and tender are equipped with either an electronic whistle or the Proto Sound digital sound and train control system which contains several deluxe features that are simple and fun to operate Each...

Page 2: ...Battery Backup System 17 Replacing The Proto Sound Battery 17 Proto Sound Volume Adjustment 18 USING RESET TO PROGRAM PROTO SOUND 19 Setting The Engine Volume 20 Programming For Squeaking Brake Opera...

Page 3: ...verse units function by using forward neutral and reverse states that are entered each time the throttle is turned on and off or by using the transformer direction switch if so equipped The reverse un...

Page 4: ...d coat the interior engine components When the smoke output begins to diminish while running the engine an additional 10 15 drops of smoke fluid should be added or the smoke unit switch should be turn...

Page 5: ...k the reverse unit begins in RESET or what seems like a neutral state Power must be interrupted again to get the locomotive to enter the forward state It is this first RESET state that gives Proto Sou...

Page 6: ...er to put the engine in forward After you leave RESET your engine will operate normally in all the direction states of forward neutral and reverse Remember though once power is turned off for more tha...

Page 7: ...again If you want to keep the bell on while running the engine simply interrupt the power with the transformer throttle or the transformer directional switch and enter forward or reverse PROTO COUPLE...

Page 8: ...ame sound repeated twice or more times SQUEAKING BRAKE SOUNDS Proto Sound equipped engines feature the ability to play the sound of squeaking brakes whenever your engine slows in speed There are two s...

Page 9: ...the sound of an engine slowing down for curves crossings or coming to a stop at a station side track or switch yard However you may find that your engine continues to play the brake sounds once your e...

Page 10: ...parked in the Neutral State No additional wires or modifications are needed to enjoy these amazing sound effects The sounds themselves are randomly shuffled by the Proto Sound computer This gives the...

Page 11: ...OR Change Press Direction The Train Will Remain In Neutral It Will Continue to Play More Background Noises d Bell Horn Whistle Direction OR Change Press Direction The Train Will Remain In Neutral You...

Page 12: ...continue to chime so if you want to turn off the bell ringing simply press and release the bell button If you were in neutral interrupt the transformer throttle to enter the next directional state ei...

Page 13: ...ssenger Station in the same direction as it arrived The following operator controlled Events control the PFA s actions and sounds Note The direction states shown assume the PFA is entered from forward...

Page 14: ...enger Station sounds Conductor highlights such as Welcome aboard and Tickets please will play randomly Event 4 Interrupt the transformer throttle again to complete the PFA feature and cycle the engine...

Page 15: ...s equipped with an PFA programmed Proto Sound module If the second engine isn t equipped with PFA the only thing to remember is that you not to turn up the transformer throttle very high when entering...

Page 16: ...the throttle OFF then release the horn whistle button After 2 seconds you will hear a short whistle blast IMMEDIATELY turn the throttle back on The engine is now locked and will continue in the previ...

Page 17: ...battery found in most convenience stores The 6 cell NiCad is NOT recommended for use with Proto Sound applications The battery is continually charged from the track when power is applied and should la...

Page 18: ...ol all the sounds in the system and a remote control RESET option Option 6 allows you to control the volume level of the engine sounds remotely from the transformer Turning the volume adjustment knob...

Page 19: ...times After the second advance you will hear two clinks indicating that the computer is now in Feature 2 Advance the throttle again and you will hear three clinks for Feature 3 Advance it two more tim...

Page 20: ...e 45 allows you to determine if and how the Squeaking Brakes recording will be activated To use cycle to Reset 45 and press the Horn Whistle button The engine will play a series of bells This indicate...

Page 21: ...re 10 2 Clanks Reset 10 allows you to turn the operation of the Proto Coupler on or off When OFF the coupler will not arm or fire from Neutral To use cycle to Reset 10 and press the Horn Whistle butto...

Page 22: ...just stalls and press WST HRN You will hear a double bell This is the motor speed where the chuff will begin 6 Raise the throttle until the engine is running at the speed that you want the chuff to b...

Page 23: ...n only one of the directional states Forward Neutral or Reverse whenever power is applied The most common use for locking out an engine is in the use of power blocks on a layout To use cycle to Reset...

Page 24: ...cycle to Reset Feature 18 and press the Horn Whistle button The engine will play a distorted bell followed by a clear bell sound This indicates that the Proto Sound system has restored all settings t...

Page 25: ...operation or one year whichever comes first Grease can be added by inserting grease into the gear box inside the locomotive chassis In order to access the gear box the boiler must be removed from the...

Page 26: ...f flanged drivers While these tires are extremely durable and long lasting there may arise a time where they will need to be replaced Should this occur you will need to remove the side rods from the w...

Page 27: ...oove properly Replacement tires are available directly from MTH Electric Trains HEADLIGHT REPLACEMENT The locomotive headlight is controlled by the track voltage and will glow with greater intensity d...

Page 28: ...n is depressed fully the ProtoSound circuit may not recognize the signal Try pressing the whistle button slower taking approximately 1 second to fully depress the button BELL PROBLEMS REMEDY When I pr...

Page 29: ...even after the short whistle blast sounds You are waiting too long to turn the throttle back on after the short whistle blast sounds The power must be turned back on immediately after the short whistl...

Page 30: ...will guarantee that the system check will have been completed since the startup sounds take longer than 2 2 seconds to play If the problem persists we recommend that you operate the throttle with a s...

Page 31: ...a sound can occasionally be repeated one or more times Once in PFA the engine never goes in reverse So that the passenger station sound effects and operation is as realistic as possible Proto Sound d...

Page 32: ...e transformer whistle button until you hear a soft warbled bell sound RESET OPERATION DEFAULT CLANKS CLINKS 6 Engine Volume Full Volume 1 Clank 1 Clink 10 Coupler ON OFF Coupler ON 2 Clanks 0 Clinks 1...

Page 33: ...tt Standard Lionel 1043 U A 5 16v 90 Watt Standard Lionel 1043M U A 5 16v 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 S...

Page 34: ...than capable of operating on O 27 curves and switches you may find that certain light freight cars are prone to derailing when being pulled or pushed by the D RG 4 6 0 through O 27 switches Should thi...

Page 35: ...mmended for children under ten years of age without adult supervision MTH recommends parents examine the toy transformer used to power this device periodically for conditions that may result in the ri...

Page 36: ...one number a copy of your sales receipt the Return Authorization number and a full description of the problem must be included to facilitate the repairs Please include the description regardless of wh...

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