Operating instructions

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RailKing F-3 Diesel Engine
Table of Contents
Set Up
Set up Checklist 3
Assembling RealTrax
®
4
Plugging in the Transformer 5
Lubricating the Engine 5
Coupling the Engine and Cars 5
Basic Operation
Operation Buttons 6
Volume Control 6
Proto-Sound 2.0 Operation
Activating Proto-Sound 2.0 Conventional Mode Feature 7
Passenger Station Announcements (PSA) 7
Tips on Using PSA 9
Proto-Coupler
®
Operation 10
Speed Control 10
Lock into a Direction State 11
Reset to Factory Defaults 11
Automatic Sounds 11
Maintenance
Care of Remote Control 12
Lubrication and Greasing Instructions 12
Cleaning the Wheels, Tires and Track 13
Locomotive Traction Tire Replacement 14
Locomotive Light Bulb Replacement 15
Passenger Car Light Bulb Replacement 16
Self-Charging Battery Back-Up 17
RailWare Interactive CD-ROM 18
Troubleshooting 19
Compatibility 22
Transformer Compatibility Chart 23
Additional Features with DCS Remote Control System 24
Safety Precautions 26
Service and Warranty Information 27