Ready-To-Run train set is complete with everything you need to get your model railroad up and running. You get an F40-PH diesel locomotive, a set of three freight cars , a transformer, a loop of RealTrax, the RailKing wireless infrared remote control, and the infrared activated remote lock-on.
Knock Out must be removed before Remote Lock On can be installed Remove Knock Out by Holding and Twisting Up with a pair of pliers Make sure the copper contacts line up. Fig. 1a-1d: Installation of Remote Lock On RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine...
Whistle/ Bell Horn Throttle Control Rocker Switch Emergency Direction Stop Figure 5. Aim the Remote at the Rounded Side of the Receiver’s Lens, the Slanted Side Should Face Away. Fig. 6: Overview of the Remote controls RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine...
25 seconds or more. • Emergency Stop – To drop track voltage instantly to 0, firmly press the Emergency Stop button. All trains on the track controlled by the remote will stop until you reapply voltage. RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine...
Bell button. The engine will not change direction (including going into neutral) until you repeat the 1 whistle, 3 bells code to return the engine to its normal state. RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine...
If you experience popping and interference, try cleaning the track with denatured alcohol as described in the “Cleaning the Wheels, Tires and Track” section of this booklet. Note: M.T.H. does not recommend using Proto-Cast and Proto-Dispatch at the same time. RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine...
“L” in Fig. 9. Do not over oil. Use only a drop or two on each pivot point. Lubricate Pick Up Roller (L) Lubricate Pick Up Roller (L) Lubricate Axle Bushings (L) Figure 9. Lubrication Points on the Engine RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine...
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Add grease to the points marked with “G” in Figure 1 0 . Body Mount Screws Body Mount Screws Motor Mount Screw Idler Gear (G) Figure 10. Body Mount Screws and Greasing Points. RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine...
4. If you twist the tire while stretching it over the wheel, you will need to remove and reinstall the tire. Otherwise your engine will wobble while operating. RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine...
Figure 12 to remove. You can obtain replacement bulbs directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department (phone: 410-381-2580; e-mail: parts@mth-railking.com; mail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532). Locomotive Headlamp Figure 12. Location of the headlamp in the Engine. RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine...
Replace with a new bulb, and reverse the steps to reassemble the caboose. (Figure 12-5) You can obtain replacement bulbs directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department (phone: 410-381-2580; e-mail: parts@mth-railking.com; mail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532). RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine...
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STEP Remove these four screws STEP Figure 12. Changing the Caboose Light Bulbs RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine...
5. Choose the folder inside entitled RRTRAXSETUP. 6. Run the file in that folder called SETUP.EXE and follow the directions it provides. The program may ask you for a registration code. If it does type in MTH and it will run. RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine...
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*If you are running Windows 95, 98 or NT choose the folder 32 BIT. Run the file AR32E301.EXE and follow the directions it provides. If you have problems you cannot resolve by using these directions, contact custserv@mth-railking.com for further help. RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine...
“Lock into a Direction State” section. with the engine sounds running. Engine speed must be below 10 scale The engine won’t lock into forward, mph (approx. 10 volts or less in neutral, or reverse. conventional mode). RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine...
It is also compatible with most standard AC transformers, including the hobby transformer packaged with your set. (See page 19 for a complete list of compatible transformers and wiring instructions.) RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine...
Lionel RW 9-19v 110-Watt Standard Lionel SW Unknown 130-Watt Standard Lionel TW 8-18v 175-Watt Standard Lionel ZW A,B,C or D 8-20v 275-Watt Standard Lionel Red Terminal Black Terminal 0-18v 135-Watt Electronic Trainmaster * * Conventional Mode Only RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine...
• Unplug the transformer from the electrical wall outlet when not in use. • Do not use this transformer for other than its intended purpose. Transformer Ratings: Input: 120 VAC 60 Hz Only ® Output: 21VAC, 3.75A 78VA (for sets with Z-750 RailKing F40-PH Diesel Engine...
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 under the terms of this warranty.