TABLE OF CONTENTS
UNPACKING YOUR ENGINE
4
Removing and Unwrapping Your Engine
4
What Else is in the Box?
4
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
5
Getting to Know Your Engine
5
Engine Diagram
7
SET-UP
8
Coupler Installation
8
Lubrication
9
FEATURES AND OPERATION
10
Analog DC (standard DC power pack)
10
DCC Digital Command Control
14
DCS Digital Command System
20
SPECIFICATIONS
22
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
23
Troubleshooting Guide
23
HOW TO ORDER PARTS
29
SERVICE & WARRANTY INFORMATION
32
Service & Warranty Information
32
Limited One-Year Warranty
32
This product may be protected by one or more of the following patents: 6,019,289;
6,280,278; 6,281,606; 6,291,263; 6,457,681; 6,491,263; 6,604,641; 6,619,594; 6,624,537;
6,655,640.
©2009, M.T.H. Electric Trains®, Columbia, MD 21046
CAUTION: ELECTRICALLY OPERATED PRODUCT:
WARNING:
When using electrical products, basic safety precautions should be observed, including the following:
Read this manual thoroughly before using this device.
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M.T.H. recommends that all users and persons supervising use examine the hobby transformer and other electronic equipment
periodically for conditions that may result in the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, such as damage to the primary cord,
plug blades, housing, output jacks or other parts. In the event such conditions exist, the train set should not be used until properly
repaired.
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Do not operate your layout unattended. Obstructed accessories or stalled trains may overheat, resulting in damage to your layout.
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This train set is intended for indoor use. Do not use if water is present. Serious injury or fatality may result.
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Do not operate the hobby transformer with damaged cord, plug, switches, buttons or case.
Recommended for Ages 14 and up. Not recommended for children under 14 years of age without adult supervision. As
with all electric products, precautions should be observed during handling and use to prevent electric shock.
