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DAPOL GWR Prairie Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Introduction GWR Prairie locomotive OO Gauge Model Owner’s manual...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents A history of the GWR Large Prairie ..... 1 Specification ............2 GWR build lots ............ 2 Unboxing............. 3 Accessory pack ........... 3 Operation ............4 Running in / First use .......... 4 DCC address ..............4 Factory fitted decoder types........4 Maintenance ............

  • Page 4: A History Of The Gwr Large Prairie

    History Thank you for purchasing this Dapol product. A history of the GWR Prairie (2-6-2) Developed from one of George Jackson Churchward's innovative designs and built by the Great Western Railway (GWR). The class evolved through several derivatives and rebuilds which...

  • Page 5: Specification

    Body detailed to authentically represent operating number and its operating period • Highly detailed cab interior • Firebox flicker effect Dapol are producing models from the following GWR build lots (at the time of writing) Date built Lot number Loco Numbers 1929-30 5101 –...

  • Page 6: Unboxing

    GWR Prairie Quick start Please read this section before you go any further! Quick start: We know you would like to have your model running as quickly as possible; please spare a moment to read this section first. • An accessory pack containing a coupling and PCB tool is supplied.

  • Page 7: Operation

    DCC address is factory set to address #3. The sound decoder fitted is a Zimo MX658N18 or a Dapol imperium for DCC fitted versions. If operating a DCC fitted model on DC, please follow the DC operating procedure for your decoder.

  • Page 8: Maintenance

    Whilst the keeper plate is removed check the • pony truck slide to ensure no build-up of debris is apparent. If found to be dry, then a little light grease can be used on the mounting post. Page | 5 OO GWR Prairie V1.0...

  • Page 9: Fitting Of Accessory Items

    A detailed representation of the coal hopper profile will be found beneath the dummy coal load, allowing you to custom fill the bunker to the level you require using the material of your choice. Page | 6 OO GWR Prairie V1.0...

  • Page 10: Installing A Dcc Decoder

    GWR Prairie Class Installing a DCC decoder (DCC Ready) Dapol recommend a Dapol Imperium decoder. The decoder chosen must offer a minimum of 2 functions on order for the firebox flicker to operate. (this is controlled by the AUX 1 output of the decoder).

  • Page 11: Speaker Installation

    PCB 4) Slide the PCB into the locomotive, with the speaker on the lower side. 5) Finally, refit the smokebox door with the hinge on the left side of the model. Page | 8 OO GWR Prairie V1.0...

  • Page 12: Dcc Factory Fitted Models

    When F4 is turned off, the shovelling will stop and the firebox door will be heard to close, as the same time as the flicker extinguishes. Page | 9 OO GWR Prairie V1.0...

  • Page 13: Automatic Sounds

    The threshold value can be set using CV 287 and can be increased or decreased from the factory value of 20. Page | 10 OO GWR Prairie V1.0...

  • Page 14: Chuff Intensity

    The two pegs at the base of the rear bulkhead slot into the footplate (Use of a tool to guide the pegs into position may assist with fitting). Page | 11 OO GWR Prairie V1.0...

  • Page 15: Cab Roof And Body Removal

    GWR Prairie Class Body removal Body removal is not required for DCC decoder or speaker installation. Caution: Dapol do not recommend disassembly, care should be taken to avoid damage to delicate assemblies and detail parts. 1. Remove the smokebox door 2.

  • Page 16: Electrical Diagram

    GWR Prairie Class Electrical diagram: Provided for reference purposes only. Dapol OO ‘Easy- t’ PCB electrical diagram (V1.0) YELLOW T0/P34 INT1/P33 LED_YL INT0/P32 LED_OR 78 L05 INT3/P35 T2/P31 100 NF INT4/P30 CN 1 MOTO_L !" TRKR TR_R TR_R LS +...

  • Page 17: Spare Parts

    Many parts (especially electrical) are shared with other models in the Dapol Range. Parts which are unique to this model are Highlighted Green, Shared parts are highlighted Orange. Part is shared with...
  • Page 18 GWR Prairie Spare parts DCC Part Number Part Description LOCOMOTIVE 115964 115964 Whistle (Pair) 115965 Boiler stay (Pair) 115046 Buffers Collett (Pair) 115047 Front buffer beam set 115966 Rear Buffer beam set 115967 Lamp bracket set (loco) 115968 Pony spring 115050 Cylinder &...
  • Page 19 GWR Prairie Spare parts 115969 Handrail and standoff set 115052 Smokebox door and dart 115970 Smokebox door Moulded plate with dart 115056 Connecting rods (Pair) 115057 Piston, crosshead and main rod assembly (left or right) 115058 Slide bar set 115059...
  • Page 20 GWR Prairie Spare parts 115973 Rear Driving wheel set 115063 Axle stub covers 115064 Locomotive brake rod 115065 Locomotive ''keeper' plate 115066 Body & keeper plate screws (set) 115067 Body retaining screw 115049 Front pony frame and adjustment Assembly 115068...
  • Page 21 GWR Prairie Spare parts 115975 NEM adapter (Rear bogie) 115070 Cab number plate (Pair) 115976 Lubricators 115977 Water filler (type 1) 115978 Water filler (type 2) 115979 Rear detail set 115980 Steam pipes 115981 Tall safety valves 115982 Short Safety valves Page | 18 OO GWR Prairie V1.0...
  • Page 22 GWR Prairie Spare parts 115983 Coal load ELECTRICAL 115071 Motor, worm & flywheel assy 115072 Motor mounting set 115073 Loco ''motherboard PCB' & mounting 115074 OO ''Pullout' PCB DC blanking plate 115075 OO ''Pullout' PCB 115076 OO ''Pullout' PCB speaker...
  • Page 23 GWR Prairie Spare parts 115078 Gearbox cover and screws (Set) 115079 Gear set DECORATED PARTS 115984 Loco Body shell (Complete state part number) Page | 20 OO GWR Prairie V1.0...

  • Page 24: Description

    Dapol. For these reasons, we offer a 12-month manufacturer’s repair warranty on this product in addition to your statutory rights.

  • Page 25: How To Claim

    You may of course contact our agent (quoting the job ID) at any time. What happens when the warranty expires? Our service agent offers a comprehensive repair service at reasonable cost. Alternatively, a comprehensive Page | 22 OO GWR Prairie V1.0...

  • Page 26: Terms And Conditions

    Requests for outright refund or replacement should be directed to the place of purchase. 3. In the event the model cannot be repaired, at Dapol’s sole option, you may be offered: a new replacement model (subject to availability), a refund voucher (for exchange at the place of purchase) or the return of the model in an unrepaired condition.
  • Page 27 9. Dapol and its agents shall be the sole arbiters as to the warranty status of the model and their decision is final. 10. Whilst every effort will be made to protect such, Dapol and its agents shall not be liable for damage or alteration to any ‘super detailing’...

  • Page 28: Contact Information

    Contacts Contact information: Dapol Customer service Telephone: 01691 774455 Email: sales@dapol.co.uk Website: www.dapol.co.uk Service and Spares Centre: DCC Supplies Ltd. Telephone: 01905 621999 Email: dapol@dccsupplies.com Website: dapolspares.dccsupplies.com Page | 25 OO GWR Prairie V1.0...
  • Page 29 Notes Page | 26 OO GWR Prairie V1.0...
  • Page 30 Notes Page | 27 OO GWR Prairie V1.0...
  • Page 32 Notes Dapol Limited. Unit 7 Gledrid Industrial Park, Chirk, Wrexham LL14 5DG Telephone: 01691 774455 Website: www.dapol.co.uk Email: sales@dapol.co.uk Spares: dapolspares.dccsupplies.com Page | 29 OO GWR Prairie V1.0...

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