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M.T.H. Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific Operator's Manual

Summary of Premier Chapelon 2-3-1E Pacific

  • Page 1

    Compatibility this engine is available in 2-rail and 3-rail versions and will operate on any traditional track system with the following minimum curvature. 3-rail = o-54 diameter 2-rail = 42” radius this engine is also compatible with most ac & dc transformers.(see pages 27 and 28 for a complete lis...

  • Page 2: Table of Contents

    Configuring locomotive for 2-rail or 3-rail operation................................. 3 installing/removing pickup rollers ................................................3 configuring for 2-rail or 3-rail power input...........................................3 ensuring proper power to track polari...

  • Page 3: Configuring Locomotive For

    Configuring locomotive for 2-rail or 3-rail operation installing/removing 3-rail pickup rollers both 2-rail and 3-rail versions of this locomotive can be configured to operate on either 2-rail track or 3-rail track. The 2-rail (scale wheel equipped) engine will operate on 3 rail track by adding rd t...

  • Page 4

    Changing the polarity with the locomotive polarity switch ensuring proper power to track polariy for 2-rail dcs operation, it is important that the polarity from the transformer to the engine is properly configured. Correct polarity can be accomplished by ensuring that the wiring from the tiu to the...

  • Page 5: Smoke Deflectors

    Smoke deflectors the chapelon pacifics are supplied with removable smoke deflectors. The smoke deflectors are package separately for transportation. To install the smoke deflectors, carefully hook the upper supports of the smoke deflector to the handrail on the smoke box (shown below). Then slide th...

  • Page 6: Coupler Systems

    Coupler systems the chapelon pacific is packaged with 4 different coupling systems. - european fine scale coupler system - mth remote-controlled proto coupler - ace trains compatible coupler - kadee type mounting bracket (scale wheel versions only)(couplers not provided) all versions have the europe...

  • Page 7: Proto-Coupler Installation

    Proto-coupler installation owners of 2-rail models who intend to run this locomotive on a 3-rail layout may wish to use the m.T.H. Proto-coupler so that they may enjoy the remote uncoupling anywhere on the layout. A proto-coupler and the necessary mounting hardware are included in the packaging with...

  • Page 8: Caution

    Premier chapelon 2-3-1e pacific steam locomotive 8 caution - attach the proto-coupler to rear tender truck as shown. - plug the proto-coupler to the black connector provided. - reconnect the wire harness between the tender chassis and the tender shell. - reattach the tender shell. Remember that the ...

  • Page 9: Set Up Checklist

    Set up checklist •lubricate the locomotive •prime the smoke unit •check to see whether the battery needs to be charged for full sound effects •apply power to run as described in the basic operating section of this manual lubrication you should lubricate the engine to prevent it from squeaking. Use l...

  • Page 10: Checking The Battery

    Your engine is equipped with a tetherless drawbar. There is no unsightly cable or box showing between the engine and tender to detract from the appearance of the model. The electrical connections pass through conductors within the drawbar, so it is important that the connector be properly inserted. ...

  • Page 11: Activating Features

    The throttle knob controls how fast your train will travel. Turn the throttle knob up ½-way, until the engine and caboose lights shine bright. Put the engine into motion by pressing the direction button on your transformer once. (hold it for approximately 1 second) if the engine does not begin to mo...

  • Page 12: Manual Volume Control

    Manual volume control to adjust the volume of all sounds made by this engine, turn the manual volume control (shown below) clockwise to increase the volume and counter-clockwise to decrease the volume. Manual volume control premier chapelon 2-3-1e pacific steam locomotive 12 manual volume control.

  • Page 13

    Proto-sound® 2.0 operating instructions this manual contains the operating instructions for proto-sound 2.0 in conventional mode only. Instructions for accessing dcs command mode features accompany the dcs remote control system equipment. Activating proto-sound 2.0 conventional mode features proto-s...

  • Page 14

    Your engine is equipped with a sound package of passenger station announcements that you can play when you pull into a station. Each sequence described below will play as long as it is left on, randomly generating sounds, but be sure to allow approximately 30 seconds between the button pushes descri...

  • Page 15: Tips On Using Psa

    Tips on using psa •you can terminate psa at any time by turning off power to the track for 15 seconds. •you do not have to be in forward to use psa. At the conclusion of the full sequence, the train will pull away from the station in whatever direction you were going when you activated the feature. ...

  • Page 16: Speed Control

    M.T.H. Engines equipped with proto-sound 2.0 have speed control capabilities that allow the engine to maintain a constant speed up and down grades and around curves, much like an automobile cruise control. You can add or drop cars on the run, and the engine will maintain the speed you set. While the...

  • Page 17: Automatic Sound Effects

    Automatic sound effects certain proto-sound 2.0 sound effects automatically play in programmed conventional mode conditions: •squealing brakes play any time the engine's speed decreases rapidly. •cab chatter plays at random intervals when the engine idles in neutral. •engine start-up and shut-down s...

  • Page 18: Maintenance

    The engine should be well oiled and greased in order to run properly. You should regularly lubricate all side rods, linkage components and pickup rollers to prevent them from squeaking. Use light household oil and follow the lubrication points marked “l” on page 9 (lubrication points on the locomoti...

  • Page 19

    Premier chapelon 2-3-1e pacific steam locomotive 19 cleaning the wheels, tires, and track periodically check the locomotive wheels and pickups for dirt and buildup, which can cause poor electrical contact and traction and prematurely wear out the neoprene traction tires. Wheels and tires can be clea...

  • Page 20

    Tire traction replacement instructions (3-rail version only) your 3-rail locomotive is equipped with two neoprene rubber traction tires on the rear set of flanged drivers. While these tires are extremely durable, you may need to replace them at some point. 1. Remove the side rods from the wheels in ...

  • Page 21

    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. Headlight replacement instructions headlig...

  • Page 22

    Battery location battery charger port location premier chapelon 2-3-1e pacific steam locomotive 22 self charging battery back-up the special nicad 2.4v self-charging battery recharges continuously during train operation and should last for up to five years. The battery is a dry battery that should n...

  • Page 23: Protosmoke™ Unit Operation

    This premier steam locomotive contains a self-powered smoke unit that outputs smoke through the smokestack on the roof of the engine. The smoke unit is essentially a small heating element and wick that soaks up and then heats a mineral oil-based fluid that emits a harmless smoke. The smoke is then f...

  • Page 24: Protosmoke

    If you experience poor or no smoke output when the smoke unit is on and has fluid, check the wick to see if it has become hard, blackened, and unabsorbent around the heating element. To remove the smoke unit you will first have to remove the boiler shell (by removing the body mounting screws shown o...

  • Page 25

    Starting up horn bell remedy remedy remedy when i first turn the power on, the engine will not begin to run. The engine will not start after i press the direction button. My engine sounds are distorted and garbled. I can't get the horn to blow when i press the horn button. I can't get the bell to ri...

  • Page 26

    Volume remedy the sounds seem distorted, especially when the horn or bell is activated. No sound proto-sound 2.0 volume is set too high. Turn the volume control knob on the bottom of the chassis counter-clockwise to reduce the volume. Volume is set too low, adjust volume control knob on the bottom o...

  • Page 27

    Proto-sound 2.0 is designed to work with most standard ac transformers. The chart below lists the many compatible tranj1eormers. Note that many of the operational commands described in these instructions require a bell button, so if your transformer does not have its own bell button, you should cons...

  • Page 28

    Transformer model min/max. Voltage power rating transformer type mrc controlmaster 20 ph hobbies ps5 ph hobbies ps10g bridgewerks magnum 15 bridgewerks magnum 200 bridgewerks magnum 400 bridgewerks magnum 1000 lgb jumbo 50101 0-20v 0-20v 0-20v 0-24v 0-24v 0-24v 0-24v 0-24v 100 watt 100 watt 180 watt...

  • Page 29: Remote Control System

    While conventional mode operation of a proto-sound 2.0 engine yields wonderfully realistic sound and several train control features, command mode operation allows the user to access a world of command functions never before accessible to o gauge railroaders. With the addition of the dcs remote contr...

  • Page 30

    Service & warranty information how to get service under the terms of the limited one-year warranty when you suspect an item is defective, please check the operator's manual for standard operation and trouble- shooting techniques that may correct the problem. Additional information may be found on th...