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RailKing Dash-8 Operating Manual
Event 5:
The operator now interrupts the transformer throttle again to
enter the next FYS phase; Event 5. FYS confirms to the operator that it has
entered the Event 5 phase by playing the sound of the freight car door
closing. Within 2 seconds of the door closing, the locomotive bell begins
chiming, the diesel engine sounds come on and the air compressor pumps
start. After approximately 7 chimes of the
bell, the engine begins moving in the same
direction as it was moving in Event 1, with
the bell continuing to ring another 7 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 horn as usual.
Note:
When entering the Event 5 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.
TIPS ON USING FYS FEATURES
FYS is a unique feature of ProtoSounds® that is completely controlled by the
operator. You decide how, when or if you want to utilize the feature. By
reviewing the following tips, you should find solutions or suggestions to the
various operating scenarios you might encounter when using FYS.
Tip #1:
You can escape the FYS sequence by interrupting the transformer
throttle before the first Cab Chatter message plays in Event 2 (neutral before
reverse).
Tip #2:
You can terminate FYS at anytime by turning the transformer throttle
Off for 15 seconds.
Tip #3:
When FYS reaches Event 5, the Locomotive will begin moving in the
direction will begin moving in the direction it was moving in Event 1.
Tip #4:
You can utilize FYS even if you are double-heading with another
engine regardless of whether the second engine is equipped with an FYS
programmed ProtoSound® module. If the second engine isn’t equipped with
FYS, the only thing to remember is that you not turn up the transformer
Listen For The Sound
Of Box Door Closing
Interrupt Throttle To
Enter The Next Phase
