Premier fm trainmaster operating instructions this premier trainmaster diesel engine is of sturdy abs construction and operates on any o-31 track system. It contains state-of-the-art electronics with many built-in automatic features for incredibly realistic operation. Despite these advanced features...
2 premier fm trainmaster operating instructions table of contents set up 3 basic operation 4 transformer controls 4 throttle 4 volume control 4 proto-sound 2.0 operation 5 activating proto-sound 2.0 conventional mode features 5 freight yard sounds (fys) 6 tips on using fys 7 proto-coupler ® operatio...
3 premier fm trainmaster operating instructions set up there are a couple of simple steps you must take before operating this premier diesel. - although the engine was lubricated at the factory, it is important that you lubricate the chassis before operation. Lightly grease the outside idler and dri...
4 premier fm trainmaster operating instructions basic operation transformer controls use the operation controls on your transformer or remote as described below. Throttle – throttle up the power to your track. Then put the engine into motion by either firmly pressing the direction button on your tra...
5 premier fm trainmaster operating instructions 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. Because proto-...
6 premier fm trainmaster operating instructions freight yard sounds (fys): your engine is equipped with a sound package of freight yard sounds that you can play when you pull into a freight yard. Each sequence described below will play as long as it is left on, randomly generating sounds, but be sur...
7 premier fm trainmaster operating instructions tips on using fys • you can terminate fys at anytime by turning off power to the track for 15 seconds. • you do not have to be in forward to use fys. At the conclusion of the full sequence, the train will pull away from the station in whatever directio...
8 premier fm trainmaster operating instructions proto-coupler® operation this locomotive is equipped with two coil-wound proto-couplers for remote uncoupling action. Because the proto-coupler is controlled through the proto-sound 2.0 microprocessor, it does not require an uncoupling track section or...
9 premier fm trainmaster operating instructions lock into a directional state: you can lock your engine into a directional state (forward, neutral, or reverse) to prevent it from changing directions. To do this, put the engine into the direction you want or into neutral, to lock it into neutral, run...
10 premier fm trainmaster operating instructions maintenance protosmoke ® unit operation this premier diesel 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...
11 premier fm trainmaster operating instructions 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. Remove the smoke unit inspection cover from the smoke unit’s body (s...
12 premier fm trainmaster operating instructions lubrication and greasing instructions the engine should be well oiled and greased in order to run properly. You should regularly lubricate the engine to prevent it from squeaking. Use light household oil and follow the lubrication points marked “l” in...
13 premier fm trainmaster operating instructions traction tire replacement instructions your locomotive is equipped with two neoprene rubber traction tires on each powered truck block. While these tires are extremely durable, you may need to replace them at some point. First, remove the trucksides f...
14 premier fm trainmaster operating instructions b. Remove the trucks from the chassis and the truck sides from the trucks in order to slip the new tire over the grooved drive wheel. See fig. 8 for which screws you must remove to do this. Remove screw in motor mount to free trucks (see fig. 7 on pg....
15 premier fm trainmaster operating instructions light replacement instructions the locomotive’s lighting is controlled by a constant voltage circuit in the engine. The headlight is easy to remove and replace if they burn out. The bulb has a quick disconnect plug that attaches the bulb harness to a ...
16 premier fm trainmaster operating instructions self-charging battery back-up the special nicad 7-cell 8.4v self-charging battery in this engine improves performance at any speed. It ensures that power to the sound system will remain on during directional changes, or when travelling over dirty trac...
17 premier fm trainmaster operating instructions troubleshooting proto-sound ® 2.0 problems although proto-sound 2.0 has been designed and engineered for ease of use, you may have some questions during initial operation. The following table should answer most questions. If your problem cannot be res...
18 premier fm trainmaster operating instructions cab chatter lock-out volume battery fys remedy remedy remedy remedy remedy sometimes the cab chatter sounds don’t play. I can’t get the engine to run after i power up the transformer. It sits still with the engine sounds running. The engine won’t lock...
19 premier fm trainmaster operating instructions fys remedy once in fys, the engine doesn’t go into reverse. When the fys enters its last sequence the bell automatically comes on. When fys is enabled, pressing the whistle and bell buttons has no effect. I push the direction button but the next sound...
20 premier fm trainmaster operating instructions transformer model center rail outside rail min/max. Voltage power rating transformer type lionel 1032 u a 5-16v 90-watt standard lionel 1032m u a 5-16v 90-watt standard lionel 1033 u a 5-16v 90-watt standard lionel 1043 u a 5-16v 90-watt standard lion...
21 premier fm trainmaster operating instructions additional features accessible with the dcs 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 ...
22 premier fm trainmaster operating instructions • proto-effects™ set up-user can select individual proto-effects™ operations to be active or inactive, including cab chatter, train wreck sounds, coupler sounds, and wheel clickety-clack sounds. • direction control set up-user can set initial individu...
23 premier fm trainmaster operating instructions caution: electrically operated product: not recommended for children under 10 years of age. M.T.H. Recommends adult supervision with children ages 10 - 16. As with all electric products, precautions should be observed during handling and use to reduce...
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 ...
