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Rail King Ready-To-Run 2-8-0 Operation Manual

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Manual is about: Steam Freight Set

Summary of Ready-To-Run 2-8-0

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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 basic operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 3: Set Up Checklist

    Set up checklist r r r r r r r prime the smoke unit assemble realtrax connect the transformer lubricate the engine place the engine and cars on the trackandcouplethemtogether position remote lock-on lens applypower to run as described in the basic operation section of these instructions. ® set inclu...

  • Page 4: Getting Started

    Getting started assembling realtrax connecting the transformer ® the quickconnectors and built-in roadbed allowyoutosetuprealtraxanywhere, including carpeted surfaces. Wire from the transformer into theremote lock-on's center port, t att power supply included withthissetprovidesan easy-to-use, safe ...

  • Page 5: Lubricating The Engine

    Lubricating the engine coupling the engine and cars lubricate all exposed moving parts before operatingusingamulti-purpose, plastic-compatible oil (available with m.T.H.'s maintenance kit, sold separately) or a light household oil. Follow thelubricationpoints. Oushouldprimethesmokeunitwithsmokefluid...

  • Page 6: Remote Control

    Remote control the remote andlock-onaredesignedforusewithmoderatepowersuppliessuchasthe one included with this set. It is compatible with virtuallyanymanufacturer's engines. The railking remote control and remote lock-on will not operate engines equipped withpre-1997versions of proto-sound or with p...

  • Page 7: Basic Operation

    Basic operation 7 railking 2-8-0 steam freight set with loco-sound™ horn/whistle - to soundthehorn, firmly press the horn/whistle button. The horn will sound for as long as you continuetodepressthe button. It will stop whenyou release the button. Bell - to sound the bell,firmly press and release the...

  • Page 8: Speed Control

    Speed control direction lock m.T.H. Engines equipped with loco-sound have speedcontrol capabilities that allow the engine to maintainaconstantspeedupanddowngradesandaroundcurves, much like an automobile cruisecontrol. You can add or drop cars on the run, and the engine will maintainthespeedyouset. W...

  • Page 9: To Use Proto-Cast

    Proto-cast and proto-dispatch: whenused with the remote lock-on included inthisset,loco-soundequippedengines gain proto-cast and proto-dispatch features allows you to play audio recordings through your engine'sspeakers. You must supply theaudiosource(asmallportablecd/tapeplayeris sufficient) and a m...

  • Page 10: Manual Volume Control

    If usingparalleltrackswithmultipleloco-soundequippedengines,proto-cast and proto-dispatch transmissions from one track may be picked upbytheothernearby engines. If you experience popping and interference whenusingproto-castorproto-dispatch, try cleaning the track with denatured alcoholas described i...

  • Page 11: Maintenance

    Maintenance care of the remote control lubrication instructions greasing instructions toensuretrouble-free operation: do not drop theremote. It candamagethedelicateelectronics inside. Remove batteries beforestoringforextendedperiods. Anyattemptbyanyoneotherthananauthorizedm.T.H.Repairpersontoopenand...

  • Page 12: Protosmoke Unit Operation

    Cleaning the wheels, tires and track periodicallycheckthelocomotivewheelsandpickups for dirt and buildup, whichcancausepoorelectrical contact and traction andprematurely wear outthe neoprenetractiontires. Wheels and tires can be cleaned usingdenatured (not rubbing) alcohol applied with a cotton swab...

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    Removethesixphillipsscrewsfromthechassisthenliftthebodyawayfromthechassis. Step small pipette of protosmoke fluidisincluded). Do not overfill the unitorthefluidmayleakoutandcoat the interior engine components. If youchoosenottoaddthefluid(orhavealready added the fluid but choose torunsmoke-free),tur...

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    Caboose light bulb replacement to replace the interiorlight bulbs follow these instructions and seethediagramsbelow. 14 railking 2-8-0 steam freight set with loco-sound™ replaceheadlight bulb removethefour(4) screwslocatedunder the caboose'strucks. Lowerthechassisfromthe shell,takingcarenottopull th...

  • Page 15: Quick-Start Video

    Quick-start video railware interactive cd rom installing adobe acrobat software the included vhs quick-start video demonstrates thestart-upandbasicoperationofthis set as well as otherinformation about modelrailroading. You may find it helpful toview the video before operating this set. M.T.H. Provid...

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    Troubleshooting loco-sound problems ™ although loco-sound has been designed and engineered for ease ofuse, you may have some questions duringinitial operation. The following table should answer most questions. If your problemcannot beresolved with thistable,contact m.T.H. For assistance ( telephone:...

  • Page 17: Compatibility

    17 railking 2-8-0 steam freight set with loco-sound™ transformer model centerrail outsiderail min/max. Voltage power rating transformer type lionel1032 u a 5-16v 90-watt standard lionel1032m u a 5-16v 90-watt standard lionel1033 u a 5-16v 90-watt standard lionel1043 u a 5-16v 90-watt standard lionel...

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    18 railking 2-8-0 steam freight set with loco-sound™ 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.) shell ( black )( cnw )( # 1761 ) fb-1200239 5.)...

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    19 railking 2-8-0 steam freight set with loco-sound™ 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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    2-8-0 steam locomotive engine parts 20 railking 2-8-0 steam freight set with loco-sound™ 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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    2-8-0 steam engine tender parts name and number part # 1.) shell ( black ) ga-1200094 ( tender )( plastic )( cnw )( # 1761 ) 2.) board ae-0000003 ( loco-sound™ )( steam/turbine ) 3.) screw ia-0000011 ( 4/40x8.0mm )( roundhead ) 4.) insulator ( white ) id-0000025 ( washer )( 3.0x6.0x3.0mm )( plastic ...

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    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.) gasket ( black ) ib-0000009 ( speaker ring )( 43.8x49...

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    2-8-0 steam engine tender parts 23 railking 2-8-0 steam freight set with loco-sound™ 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 24: Limited One-Year Warranty

    Www.Railking.Com ©2001m.T.H.Electrictrains,7020columbiagatewaydrive,columbiamaryland21046-1532. Service & warranty information limited one-year warranty how to get service under the terms of the limited one-year warranty for warranty repair, follow the instructions below to obtain warranty service. ...

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