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RAILKING USRA 2-8-8-2 

STEAM ENGINE OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

  Thank you for purchasing the RailKing die-cast USRA 2-8-8-2 steam
locomotive.  The engine’s die-cast body and tender are traditionally sized
for operation on any O-31 or larger layout.  The engine is compatible with
most standard AC transformers, (see page 31 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 a 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 page 3 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 USRA 2-8-8-2

Page 1: ...ries The locomotive and tender are equipped with either a electronic whistle or the Proto Sound digital sound and train control system which contains several deluxe features that are simple and fun to...

Page 2: ...7 Replacing The Proto Sound Battery 17 Manual Volume Adjustment of Proto Sound 18 USING RESET TO PROGRAM PROTO SOUND 19 Entering RESET Options 19 Setting The Engine Volume 20 Programming For Squeaking...

Page 3: ...engines In either model the reverse unit operates in the same manner that all reverse units function by using forward neutral and reverse states that are entered each time the throttle is turned on a...

Page 4: ...nit as overfilling can cause the fluid to leak out and coat the interior engine components When the smoke output begins to diminish while running the engine an additional 10 15 drops of smoke fluid sh...

Page 5: ...e track 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 Pro...

Page 6: ...e power 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 mor...

Page 7: ...less any higher voltage will arm the ProtoCoupler and press the whistle button The bell should begin chiming To turn the bell off press the whistle button again If you want to keep the bell on while r...

Page 8: ...am Blow Down and Steam Injector sounds occur every 2 to 30 seconds Each of the three sequences will play at random intervals to eliminate repetitive and boring sequences While the sounds are selected...

Page 9: ...r throttle is not set above 14 volts and or not reduced below 8 volts TIPS ON USING THE SQUEAKING BRAKE FEATURE Users will find the squeaking brake feature to be a very realistic way to simulate the s...

Page 10: ...easy to use feature allows you to play digitally recorded sounds of freight yard operations while your engine is parked in the Neutral State No additional wires or modifications are needed to enjoy th...

Page 11: ...11 USRA 2 8 8 2 Steam Engine Operating Instructions For more detailed FYS instructions read the following...

Page 12: ...lease the bell button If you were in neutral interrupt the transformer throttle to enter the next directional state either forward or reverse Note the FYS will only play in the first Neutral after it...

Page 13: ...he transformer throttle to cycle the engine from forward into neutral If the throttle was at 14 volts or higher the squeaking brakes sound will play Once the engine is stopped the throttle must be tur...

Page 14: ...the engine into forward FYS confirms it has entered forward by playing the sound of the freight car door closing Within two seconds the whistle will sound two short blasts three if entering reverse an...

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

Page 16: ...n turn 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...

Page 17: ...RY The Proto Sound battery located in the tender body is a special NiCad 7 cell 8 4v battery NOT the 6 cell 7 2v battery found in most convenience stores The battery is continually charged from the tr...

Page 18: ...ment A manual turn knob on the bottom of the chassis See Fig 6 below allows you to control all the sounds in the system and a remote control RESET option Option 6 allows you to control the volume leve...

Page 19: ...ature 2 you put the engine in RESET and move the throttle up and down from full throttle to low two times After the second advance you will hear two clinks indicating that the computer is now in Featu...

Page 20: ...ain will return the chuff to 100 When the desired level is reached lock the changes by interrupting the throttle and cycling the engine into forward Programming For Squeaking Brake Operation Reset Fea...

Page 21: ...ndicator The settings for Reset 25 are 1 Bell OFF 2 Bells ON When the desired setting is reached lock the changes by interrupting the throttle and cycling the engine into forward Programming For Proto...

Page 22: ...engine 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 chuf...

Page 23: ...he engine into forward Activating Remote Lock Out Control Reset Feature 40 8 Clanks 0 Clinks Reset Feature 40 allows you to enable the Reverse Unit Lockout feature of Proto Sound When enabled you are...

Page 24: ...ing the throttle and cycling the engine into forward OIL LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS In order for the engine to perform correctly and quietly it is important that the chassis be lubricated before operati...

Page 25: ...d idea to lubricate the leading and trailing locomotive truck tongues to enhance their ability to slide on the chassis Follow the grease points as seen in Figure 8 on page 24 Follow Figure9 on page 25...

Page 26: ...l flatblade screwdrivers to assist you in stretching the tire over the wheel Be careful to avoid twisting the tire when stretching it over the wheel If a twist occurs the tire will have to be removed...

Page 27: ...le button 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 W...

Page 28: ...erse 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 w...

Page 29: ...s in working order This system check requires 2 2 seconds to complete during which time the engine will play the steam startup sounds We recommend that you don t interrupt the power in RESET until the...

Page 30: ...reverse So that the freight yard sound effects and operation is as realistic as possible ProtoSounds disables the reverse unit state whenever FYS is enabled This way the engine never goes into reverse...

Page 31: ...M U A 5 16v 90 Watt Standard Lionel 1033 U A 5 16v 90 Watt 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...

Page 32: ...hould be followed including the following Read this and all related manuals transformer power supply locomotive etc thoroughly before using this device This device is not recommended for children unde...

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Page 36: ...r 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 whether or not you discuss...

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