Locomotive Switch Function Overview; Locomotive Switch Location - GE VISION Line ES44AC Owner's Manual

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Locomotive switch function overview

Locomotive switch location

The switches that control the features and programing of your locomotive are located under the
radiator roof hatch on the top rear of the locomotive Figure 2, page 10. When you lift up the hatch
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these switches are visible with their icons. Icons on the left hand side show the ON or RUN positions.
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Icons on the right hand side show the OFF or PROGRAM positions. On the inside of the lift off hatch,
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there is also a legend with words that help describe the function of each switch.
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Looking down at the back of the locomotive with the front facing away from you the switches are as
follows:
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Sound controls
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Figure 1. Locomotive switch functions
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Smoke Unit Switch
Used to turn the main smoke stack unit function "ON" and "OFF".
This switch is "read" by your engine at start-up. Switching it after start-up will
have no effect.
Odyssey II Speed Control System Switch
Used to turn the Odyssey II Speed Control System "ON" and "OFF".
Battery charging chase lights
Used to turn the chase light effect "ON" and "OFF". This switch is "read" by your
engine at start-up. Switching it after start-up will have no effect.
Program Run Switch
Used to assign an ID# and reprogram the locomotive in LEGACY and Command
operation when the switch is in the "PROG" position. Also used to "lock" your
locomotive in a single direction, or neutral, in conventional operation when the
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switch is placed in the "PROG" position. See pages 21, 27, and 31.
Volume UP/DOWN Control
Used to turn the maximum volume up or down.
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RailSounds ON/OFF Switch
Used to turn off all sounds except horn and bell. Switch is read when
the locomotive is powered up after it has been powered down for at
least 10 seconds.
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