M . T . H . E L E C T R I C T R A I N S
3
DASH 9 DIESEL ENGINE
There are a few simple steps you must take before operating this RailKing steamer.
1.
You should prime the operating smoke unit with smoke fluid before
operating. Add 15-20 drops of smoke fluid through the smokestack, then gently
blow into the stack to eliminate any air bubbles in the fluid.
(
See Fig. 5 on page 11)
2.
If you choose not to prime the unit with fluid, turn the smoke unit switch
located under the engine to the OFF position. (
See Fig. 6 on page 11)
Running
the enging without a primed smoke unit may cause damage. See the “ProtoSmoke
Unit Operation” section of this book for more informantion on smoke unit
maintenance.
3.
You should lubricate the wheel axles and pickup rollers to prevent them from
squeaking. Use light household oil and follow the lunrication points marked “L” in
Fig. 2 on page 8. Do not over oil. Use only a drop or two on each pivot point.
4.
You may find, if your engine was built several months before you set it
up, that the rechargeable battery has run down and needs to be charged before
operation. If you notice that the sounds are garbled, test and charge the engine
as described in the “Self Charging Battery Back-Up” section on page 13.
At this point, you are ready to begin running your engine.
SET UP
