M.T.H. Premier 2-8-8-8-2 Triplex Operator's Manual - page 15
Premier 2-8-8-8-2 Triplex
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The locomotive’s lights are controlled by a constant voltage circuit in the engine. They
are easy to remove and replace when they burn out. See the diagrams and directions
below for instructions on accessing and replacing the light bulbs in this locomotive.
You can obtain replacement bulbs directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department (phone:
410-381-2580; e-mail: parts@mth-railking.com; mail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive,
Columbia MD 21046-1532)
Headlight:
1. To replace the headlight in this model
you will need to follow the disassembly
instructions for smoke unit maintenance in
figure 14 on pg. 19. Once the smoke unit is
removed you can access the wires for the
headlight (see figure 8).
2. Gently pull the wires connected to the
lights out until you can access the wire
connectors, and unplug the connectors.
3. To replace the white headlight, gently
pull the wires until the bulb comes free of
the housing located behind the boiler front
door. Push the new bulb into place and
reconnect the wires.
Firebox and Cab Interior Lights:
1. Remove the boiler from its chassis as
shown in Fig. 5 on pg. 12.
2. Unplug the appropriate wires from their connector (see figure 9).
3. Remove the firebox light bulb by pulling it down and out of its bracket. You may find
it easier to unscrew the bracket from the boiler before removing the bulb. Replace the
bulb by pushing it up and into the bracket. You may need to use small pliers to do this.
4. Remove the cab interior light by pulling gently on the wire until the bulb comes free of
its housing. Push the replacement bulb into position.
5. Reassemble in reverse order, being careful not to pinch any wires.
Wires for headlight & marker lights
Figure 8
Headlight Replacement Instructions
Firebox and Cab Lights
Connector for Lights
Figure 9