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MTH Big Boy Operating Manual
Event 5: (Forward)
The operator now interrupts the transformer throttle
again to enter the next reverse unit phase; Forward. FYS confirms to the
operator that it has entered the Forward phase by playing the sound of the
freight car door closing. Within 2 seconds of
the door closing, the locomotive will sound
two short whistle blasts, followed by the bell
beginning to chime. After approximately 8
chimes of the bell, the engine begins moving
in the forward phase with the bell continuing
to ring another 8 chimes before automatically
turning off. Once the bell turns off, the
operator regains control of the transformer
whistle and bell buttons and can ring the bell
or blow the whistle as usual.
Note:
When entering the Forward phase of FYS, it is important to set the transformer
throttle at a high enough setting that will allow the engine to begin moving once FYS
automatically activates the motors. Otherwise the engine will just sit still until you increase
the transformer throttle setting on the transformer. However, don’t set the throttle setting too
high or the engine will go racing away faster than you might expect.
Listen For The Sound
Of Box Door Closing
Interrupt Throttle To
Enter The Next Phase
