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Rail King 2-8-0 Steam Freight/ Passenger Set Operation Manual

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Summary of 2-8-0 Steam Freight/ Passenger Set

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    2-8-0 steam freight set 2-8-0 steam freight set operation manual www.Railking.Com thank you for purchasing this railking product. Please read before use and save.

  • Page 2: Table of Contents

    Table of contents set up checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 assembling realtrax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 3: Set Up Checklist

    Z controller and transformer set up checklist ® r assemble realtrax r connect the transformer r lubricate the engine r prime the smoke unit r place the engine and cars on the track and couple them together r position remote lock-on lens r apply power to run as described in the basic operation sectio...

  • Page 4: Getting Started

    Getting started ® assembling realtrax the quick connectors and built-in roadbed allow you to set up realtrax anywhere, including carpeted surfaces. Connecting the transformer the transformer included with this set provides an easy-to-use, safe power source for ac- powered trains and accessories. To ...

  • Page 5: Lubricating The Engine

    Lubricating the engine lubricate all exposed moving parts before operating, using a multi-purpose, plastic-compatible oil (available with m.T.H.'s maintenance kit, sold separately) or a light household oil. Follow the lubrication points. Priming the smoke unit y ou should prime the smoke unit with s...

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    ! Plug tender plug into boiler socket at the back of cab. ! Connect the draw bar between the engine and tender. Do not connect this engine to a tender from another engine; it may cause serious damage. Look at the bottom of the engine and tender where each will have a color-coded stamp. If they match...

  • Page 7: Basic Operation

    7 railking 2-8-0 steam freight set with loco-sound™ basic operation 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....

  • Page 8: Direction Lock

    Direction lock you can lock your engine into a direction (forward, neutral, or reverse) so that it will not change directions. To do this, put the engine into the direction you want or into neutral, to lock it into neutral, run it at a very slow crawl (as slowly as it will move without halting), and...

  • Page 9: To Use Proto-Dispatch

    Proto-dispatch: this feature allows you to broadcast your own voice through your engine's speaker you must supply the microphone for use with the mini cable (1/8” plug) in this set to connect your microphone to the remote lock-on. To use proto-dispatch ! Connect the microphone to the mini-cable with...

  • Page 10: Maintenance

    Maintenance lubrication instructions the engine should be oiled and greased in order to run properly. Regularly lubricate all side rods and linkage components and pickup rollers to prevent squeaking. Use light household oil, such as that found in m.T.H.'s maintenance kit. Do not over oil. Use only a...

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    Traction tire replacement instructions your locomotive is equipped with two neoprene rubber traction tires on the rear set of flanged drivers. While these tires are extremely durable, they may need occasionally need to be replaced. 11 railking 2-8-0 steam freight set with loco-sound™ ! Remove the si...

  • Page 12: Protosmoke  Unit Operation

    ® protosmoke unit operation this steam locomotive contains a smoke unit that outputs smoke through the smokestack on the boiler 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 ...

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    Locomotive light bulb replacement caboose light bulb replacement to replace the interior light bulbs follow these instructions and see the diagrams below. To replace the light bulb in the locomotive, follow the boiler removal instructions below. 13 railking 2-8-0 steam freight set with loco-sound™ r...

  • Page 14: Quick-Start Dvd

    Railking 2-8-0 steam freight set with loco-sound™ quick-start dvd the included quick-start dvd demonstrates the start-up and basic operation of this set as well as other information about model railroading. You may find it helpful to view the dvd before operating this set. Railware interactive cd ro...

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    ™ troubleshooting loco-sound problems although loco-sound 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 resolved with this table, contact m.T.H. For assistance (e-mai...

  • Page 16: Compatibility

    Compatibility while this ready-to-run set is equipped with everything you need to operate it, the design allows flexibility. The train will operate on any traditional o-31 or larger o ® gauge track system, including the realtrax included with this set or traditional tubular track. It is also compati...

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    2-8-0 steam locomotive engine parts name and number part # 1.) stanchion ( black ) fb-1200242 ( plastic )( 3.0mm long ) 2.) handrail ( nickel )( boiler ) fb-1200099 3.) bell ( nickel ) fb-1200101 4.) boiler shell ( prr cab# 8014, #30-4103-0e ) fb-1200331 ( sf cab# 2512, #30-4119-0e ) fb-1200337 5.) ...

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    Railking 2-8-0 steam freight set with loco-sound™ 18 26.) wire nut ( yellow ) bi-4500003 27.) pc board ( green ) ag-0000039 ( w/ 10 pin female plug ) 28.) draw bar ( black ) fb-1200079 ( 67.5mm long ) 29.) spring ie-0000061 ( 6.5x10.0mm )( w/ 0.6mm thick wire ) 30.) screw ia-0000028 ( 4/40x6.0mm )( ...

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    Railking 2-8-0 steam freight set with loco-sound™ 19 2-8-0 steam locomotive engine parts 23 17 16 13 40 17 39 38 37 36 35 34 12 19 33 32 31 5 6 12 13 15 14 15 9 8 15 16 10 2 2 30 29 28 26 42 43 27 22 21 5 4 20 3 44 11 46 23 41 45 11 23 11 19 18 11 23 25 11 23 1 1 24 7 15 15.

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    Railking 2-8-0 steam freight set with loco-sound™ 20 2-8-0 steam engine tender parts name and number part # 1.) tender shell ( prr, # 30-4103-0e ) ga-1200125 (sf, # 30-4119-0e) ga-1200128 2.) board ae-0000003 ( loco-sound™ )( steam/turbine ) 3.) screw ia-0000011 ( 4/40x8.0mm )( roundhead ) 4.) insul...

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    Railking 2-8-0 steam freight set with loco-sound™ 21 25.) washer ( black )(plastic) id-0000060 ( 4.6x8.6x2.0mm )( inside 7.0x1.0mm )( cup shaped ) 26.) e-clip ( 3.0x8.0x0.5mm ) if-0000002 27.) truck ( black ) da-1250012 ( tender )( 2 axle ) 28.) screw ia-0000214 ( 6/32x6.0mm )( washer head ) 29.) ga...

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    Railking 2-8-0 steam freight set with loco-sound™ 22 2-8-0 steam engine tender parts 21 2 22 23 24 25 26 11 29 10 9 14 8 13 16 17 18 19 4 5 15 20 20 28 27 12 7 6 3 14 1.

  • Page 23: Limited One-Year Warranty

    Railking 2-8-0 steam freight set with loco-sound™ 23 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 th...

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