M.T.H. Premier J1e 4-6-4 HudsonSteam Locomotive Operator's Manual

CompatibilityThis engine is available in 2-rail and 3-rail versions and will operate on any traditional track system with the following minimum curvat

Manual Volume Control To adjust the volume of all sounds made by this engine, turn the master volume control knob located under the left water hatch

Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating InstructionsThis manual contains the operating instructions for Proto-Sound 2.0 in conventional mode only. Instructions for

Your engine is equipped with a sound package of passenger station announcements that you can play when you pull into a station. Each sequence describ

Tips on Using PSA•You can terminate PSA at any time by turning off power to the track for 15 seconds.•You do not have to be in Forward to use PSA. A

M.T.H. engines equipped with Proto-Sound 2.0 have speed control capabilities that allow the engine to maintain a constant speed up and down grades and

Automatic Sound EffectsCertain Proto-Sound 2.0 sound effects automatically play in programmed conventional mode conditions:•Squealing Brakes play any

The engine should be well oiled and greased in order to run properly.You should regularly lubricate all side rods, linkage components and pickup rolle

Figure 12: Lubricating The Grease PointsCleaning the Wheels, Tires and TrackGrease Pivot Point (G)Grease (G)Periodically check the locomotive wheels a

Tire Traction Replacement Instructions (3-Rail Version Only)Your 3-rail locomotive is equipped with two neoprene rubber traction tires on the rear set

The locomotive’s lights are controlled by a constant voltage circuit in the engine. They are easy to remove and replace when they burn out. See the

Configuring Locomotive for 2-Rail or 3-Rail Operation... 3Installing/Removing Pickup Rollers...

The special NiCad 2.4v self-charging battery recharges continuously during train operation and should last for up to five years. The battery is a dr

This Premier steam locomotive contains a self-powered smoke unit that outputs smoke through the smokestack on the roof of the engine. The smoke unit

If you experience poor or no smoke output when the smoke unit is on and has fluid, check the wick to see if it has become hard, blackened, and unabso

Starting UpHornBellRemedyRemedyRemedyWhen I first turn the power on, the engine will not begin to run. The engine will not start after I press the Dir

Volume RemedyThe sounds seem distorted, especially when the Horn or bell is activated.No SoundProto-Sound 2.0 volume is set too high. Turn the volume

Proto-Sound 2.0 is designed to work with most standard AC transformers. The chart below lists the many compatible tranJ1eormers. Note that many of t

TransformerModelMin/Max.VoltagePowerRatingTransformerTypeMRC Controlmaster 20PH HobbiesPS5PH HobbiesPS10GBridgeWerksMagnum 15BridgeWerksMagnum 200Brid

While conventional mode operation of a Proto-Sound 2.0 engine yields wonderfully realistic sound and several train control features, command mode oper

Service & Warranty InformationHow to Get Service Under the Terms of the Limited One-Year WarrantyWhen you suspect an item is defective, please ch

Configuring Locomotive for 2-Rail or 3-Rail OperationInstalling/Removing 3-Rail Pickup RollersBoth 2-Rail and 3-Rail versions of this locomotive can

Ensuring Proper Power to Track PolariyChanging Track Polarity Inside the LocomotiveFigure 4: Changing the polarity with the locomotive polarity switc

Figure 6: 3-Rail Proto-CouplerTender CouplersFigure 5: Pre-drilled Kadee® Coupler mounting holes2-rail locomotive models do not come with a rear co

CAUTION - Keep the speaker away from screws and other small pieces of magnetic material. The speaker has a very strong magnet that can attack small pi

•Lubricate the locomotive•Prime the smoke unit•Check to see whether the battery needs to be charged for full sound effects•Apply power to run as descr

Your Engine is equipped with a tetherless drawbar. There is no unsightly cable or box showing between the engine and tender to detract from the appear

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