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M.T.H. Premier Norfolk & Western 4-8-4 J Steam Locomotive Operator's Manual

Manual is about: Premier T-1 Reading Steam Locomotive

Summary of Premier Norfolk & Western 4-8-4 J Steam Locomotive

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    Compatibility this engine is available in 2-rail and 3-rail versions and will operate on any traditional o-42 gauge track system(3-rail) or any 48” radius 2-rail track system. It is also compatible with most standard ac and dc transformers. (see page 23 for a complete list of compatible transformers...

  • Page 2: Table of Contents

    Table of contents configuring locomotive for 2-rail or 3-rail operation............................ Installing/removing pickup rollers.................................................. Configuring for 2-rail or 3-rail power input...................................... Ensuring proper power to track p...

  • Page 3: Configuring Locomotive For

    Premier t-1 reading steam locomotive 3 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 or 3-rail track by removing or adding the center rail pickups. 3-rai...

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    Premier t-1 reading steam locomotive 4 ensuring proper power to track polariy figure 3: proper 2-rail polarity wiring and locomotive orientation changing track polarity inside the locomotive figure 4: changing the polarity with the locomotive polarity switch for 2-rail dcs operation, it is important...

  • Page 5: Locomotive Coupler Options

    Premier t-1 reading steam locomotive 5 figure 6: 3-rail proto-coupler and connection locomotive coupler options figure 5: pre-drilled kadee® coupler mounting holes all 2-rail locomotive models do not come with a rear coupler since many 2-rail enthusiasts may utilize different coupler types on their ...

  • Page 6: Set Up Checklist

    Premier t-1 reading steam locomotive 6 •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 set up checklist lubrication you should lubricate the eng...

  • Page 7: Checking The Battery

    Premier t-1 reading steam locomotive 7 place the engine on the track, then insert the reverse unit plug that extends out of the tender into the receptacle at the back of the boiler cab (figure 9. Warning: do not connect this engine to a tender from another engine; it may cause serious damage. Look a...

  • Page 8: Activating Features

    Premier t-1 reading steam locomotive 8 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 sec...

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    Premier t-1 reading steam locomotive 9 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 ...

  • Page 10: Freight Yard Sounds (Fys)

    Premier t-1 reading steam locomotive 10 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 ...

  • Page 11: Proto-Coupler® Operation

    Premier t-1 reading steam locomotive 11 tips on using psa/fys •you can terminate psa/fys at any time by turning off power to the track for 15 seconds. •you do not have to be in forward to use psa/fys. At the conclusion of the full sequence, the train will pull away from the station in whatever direc...

  • Page 12: Speed Control

    Premier t-1 reading steam locomotive 12 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 wi...

  • Page 13: Automatic Sound Effects

    Premier t-1 reading steam locomotive 13 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 n...

  • Page 14: Maintenance

    Premier t-1 reading steam locomotive 14 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” in fi...

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    Premier t-1 reading steam locomotive 15 grease screw (g) grease pivot point (g) body mounting screws body mounting screw (under leading truck) grease pivot point (g) figure 12: lubricating the grease points periodically check the locomotive wheels and pickups for dirt and buildup, which can cause po...

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    Premier t-1 reading steam locomotive 16 5. Make sure the tire is fully seated inside the groove. Use a razor blade to trim away any excess tire that doesn’t seat itself inside the groove properly. 6. Reinstall the side rods in the same positions as noted. Failure to align rods may cause binding or d...

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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. Premier t-1 reading steam locomotive 17 he...

  • Page 18: Self Charging Battery Backup

    Premier t-1 reading steam locomotive 18 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 not leak or cause any damage to your engine. Depending upon when your engine was built, it...

  • Page 19: Protosmoke® Unit Operation

    Premier t-1 reading steam locomotive 19 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 emi...

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    Premier t-1 reading steam locomotive 20 1. Once the boiler has been removed, remove the inspection cover (see figure 18). Inspect the wick; if it is darkly discolored and hard, it should be replaced. Replacement parts and wick replacement instructions are available directly from the m.T.H. Parts dep...

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    Premier t-1 reading steam locomotive 21 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...

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    Premier t-1 reading steam locomotive 22 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, ad...

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    Premier t-1 reading steam locomotive 23 proto-sound 2.0 is designed to work with most standard ac transformers. The chart below lists the many compatible transformers. Note that many of the operational commands described in these instructions require a bell button, so if your transformer does not ha...

  • Page 24: Remote Control System

    Premier t-1 reading steam locomotive 24 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. W...

  • Page 25: Limited One-Year Warranty

    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 the...

  • Page 26: Participating A.S.C.

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