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M.T.H. F59PH Operating Instructions Manual

Manual is about: DIESEL ENGINE

Summary of F59PH

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    R e l e c t r i c t r a i n s mth f59ph diesel engine operating instructions thank you for purchasing the mth electric trains f59ph diesel locomotive. This ¼” scale reproduction of the famous f59ph locomotive measures over 15” in length and weighs almost 5 pounds. Despite its scale size, the locomot...

  • Page 2: Table of Contents

    2 f59ph operating manual table of contents quick start - basic operation 3 protosmoke® unit operating instructions 4 proto-sound® operating instructions 5 dcru® reverse unit operation 5 horn operation 6 bell operation 6 protocoupler® operation 7 squeaking brake sounds 8 tips on using squeaking brake...

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    3 f59ph operating manual quick start - basic operation the mth f59ph contains state-of-the art electronics with several built-in automatic features for incredibly realistic operation. Despite these advanced features, the f59ph is easy to operate with any compatible standard ac transformer (see the c...

  • Page 4: Protosmoke™ Unit Operation

    4 f59ph operating manual again. At this point, the engine will now function just like any other electronic or mechanical e-unit. Protosmoke™ unit operation the f59ph contains a self-powered smoke unit that outputs a steady stream of smoke through the smoke stack on the roof of the engine. The on/off...

  • Page 5: Proto-Sound® Instructions

    5 f59ph operating manual proto-sound® instructions the mth proto-sound® digital sound and train control system provides the operator with unprecedented realistic operation on your model railroad. In addition to actual diesel engine, cd-equivalent 16-bit digital sounds, you get the following features...

  • Page 6: Horn Operation

    6 f59ph operating manual advance the transformer throttle past 10 volts when you first enter reset, wait for the diesel startup sounds to begin and then slowly turn the transformer throttle to the off position and then back on again to enter the forward phase. Interrupting the power too quickly may ...

  • Page 7: Proto-Coupler™ Operation

    7 f59ph operating manual in fact, because of proto-sound® state-of-the-art design, the microprocessor remembers its last command. Therefore, unless you turn the bell off before you quit running your train, the next time you run the engine, the bell will come on. No matter whether you come back an ho...

  • Page 8: Squeaking Brake Sounds

    8 f59ph operating manual speeds. Reduce the voltage setting on your transformer if this occurs and run your engine at a slower speed before firing the coupler. If the coupler continues to open erratically, try lubricating the knuckle with light oil as indicated in fig. 4. For multiple heading purpos...

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    9 f59ph operating manual brake sounds with the movement of the engine. It is not uncommon for the engine to stop before the brake sound is completed. Operators will find that coordinating the movement of the throttle setting from 8 volts to off will allow the engine to maintain its movement while th...

  • Page 10: Sound Effects

    10 f59ph operating manual operating proto-sound® passenger station sound effects passenger station announcements (pfa) proto-sound® is equipped with operator controlled passenger station sounds, referred to as pfa. The pfa sequence is designed to simulate the arrival, disembarking, embarking and dep...

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    11 f59ph operating manual d bell horn whistle direction or to play pfa, stop train direction. This can be done by pressing the direction button or cycling the transformer handle. At this time the train will stop in neutral. In a few seconds, an arrival message plays, followed by a background noise. ...

  • Page 12: Option 1:

    12 f59ph operating manual activating passenger sounds (pfa) - detailed pfa instructions arming the passenger sounds feature before the passenger station sounds can be heard, the feature must be activated. The feature can be activated in one of two ways. Option 1: if you are using the z-4000™ transfo...

  • Page 13: Triggering Passenger Station

    13 f59ph operating manual press and release the whistle button. Interrupt the transformer throttle to enter the next directional state (either forward or reverse). (note: the pfa will only play in the first neutral after it is armed. You can not interrupt the power twice to enter another direction a...

  • Page 14: Event 2:

    14 f59ph operating manual and whistling for a taxi. Additionally, several conductor highlights will be heard in the foreground. Event 2: interrupt the transformer throttle again to cycle the engine from neutral into reverse. In order to have the engine leave the yard in the same direction it entered...

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    15 f59ph operating manual tips on using the pfa features pfa is a unique feature of proto-sound® 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 operati...

  • Page 16: Special Reverse Unit Options

    16 f59ph operating manual special reverse unit options reverse unit lockout operation for operators who wish to lock their engine into a single direction, proto-sound® unique design eliminates the need for a lock-out switch on the locomotive. This will allow users to run the engine on layouts equipp...

  • Page 17: Self-Charging Battery Backup

    17 f59ph operating manual self-charging battery backup proto-sound® includes a self-charging battery backup system for improved performance at any speed. The battery ensures that power to the sound system will remain on during directional changes, while setting reset options or when traveling over s...

  • Page 18: Volume

    18 f59ph operating manual manually adjusting the proto-sound® volume your proto-sound® system has two types of volume adjustment. A manual turn knob on the bottom of the chassis (see fig. 5 below) allows you to control all the sounds in the system and a remote control “reset" option (option # 6) all...

  • Page 19: Using “Reset" to Program

    19 f59ph operating manual using “reset" to program proto-sound® proto-sound® is equipped with several programmable features which are accessed in the reset state by moving the transformer throttle up and down between full voltage and low voltage (8 volts) without shutting the transformer off complet...

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    20 f59ph operating manual to the next level. The levels available are 100%, 50%, 25%, and 0%. After 0%, pressing the horn/whistle button again will return the motor sounds to 100%. When the desired level is reached, lock the changes by interrupting the throttle and cycling the engine into forward. P...

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    21 f59ph operating manual programming for proto-coupler® operation- reset feature 10 (2 clanks) reset feature 10 allows you to turn the operation of the protocoupler on or off. When off, the coupler will not arm or fire from neutral. To use, cycle to reset feature 10 and press the horn/whistle butto...

  • Page 22: Programming Pfa Operation-

    22 f59ph operating manual programming pfa operation- reset feature 28 ( 5 clanks, 3 clinks) reset feature 28 allows you to turn the operation of the pfa sequence on or off. When off, the pfa will not activate. To use, cycle to reset feature 28 and press the horn/whistle button. The engine will play ...

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    23 f59ph operating manual resetting all proto-sound® options to factory defaults- reset feature 18 (3 clanks, 3 clinks) reset feature 18 is the most powerful of the reset features available. Using reset feature 18 allows you to override all changes in programming and return all resets to the origina...

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    24 f59ph operating manual oil & lubrication instructions in order for the engine to perform correctly and quietly, it is important that the chassis be lubricated before operation. Lubrication should include all gears, axles and pickup rollers to prevent them from squeaking. Use light household oil a...

  • Page 25: Traction Tire Replacement

    25 f59ph operating manual traction tire replacement instructions your locomotive is equipped with two neoprene rubber traction tires on each power truck. While these tires are extremely durable and long-lasting there may arise a time where they will need to be replaced. Should this occur, you will n...

  • Page 26: Lightbulb Replacement

    26 f59ph operating manual lightbulb replacement the f59ph locomotive’s headlights are controlled by constant voltage circuits inside the locomotive body. The headlight(s) can be easily removed from their lampholders should the bulbs expire. To remove the bulb, follow the body removal instructions fo...

  • Page 27: Problems

    27 f59ph operating manual trouble shooting proto-sound® problems although proto-sound® has been designed and engineered for ease of use, some questions may arise during initial operation. The following table should answer most questions. If you find that your problem can’t be resolved with this manu...

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    28 f59ph operating manual coupler problems remedy the protocoupler won’t let the engine uncouple on the “fly”. The power required to fire the coupler open when the engine is on the “fly” may be greater than the proto-sound system is capable of providing. As a result, you may experience times when th...

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    29 f59ph operating manual battery problems remedy i get no sounds when the engine shifts between the direction states. The battery may be dead or needs charging. See the battery backup section for more information. After i turn off my transformer, my engine continues to make sounds before quitting w...

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    30 f59ph operating manual pfa problems remedy the pfa feature does not begin even after stopping the engine and hearing the brake sounds. The power was not turned back on once the engine enter the neutral state thus disabling pfa.The transformer throttle was interrupted too quickly in neutral thus d...

  • Page 31: Transformer Wiring Chart

    31 f59ph operating manual transformer wiring chart proto-sound® is designed to work with any standard ac transformer that uses a “pure sine-wave" format. The chart below lists the many lionel® compatible transformers, such as the lionel kw or zw models. In addition, the chart details how the termina...

  • Page 32: O-31 Operation

    32 f59ph operating manual o-31 operation while the mth f59ph diesel is more than capable of operating on o-31 curves and switches, you may find that certain light freight cars are prone to derailing when being pulled or pushed by the mth f59ph through o-31 switches. Should this occur, we suggest add...

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  • Page 36: Limited One Year Warranty

    Service & warranty information how to get service under the terms of the limited one year warranty for warranty repair, do not return your product to the place of purchase. Instead, follow the instructions below to obtain warranty service as our dealer network is not prepared to service the product ...