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PREMIER U50C

DIESEL ENGINE 

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

This U50C Diesel Engine features a detailed ABS body, die-cast trucks and runs on O-72 
curves. This Premier Diesel Engine contains state-of-the-art electronics with many
built-in automatic features for incredibly realistic operation.  Despite these advanced
features, the locomotive is easy to operate with any compatible standard AC transformer
that is equipped with whistle and bell buttons (see the compatibility chart on page

 

20),

and is compatible with most other 3-rail locomotives, rolling stock, and accessories.

This locomotive is equipped with Proto-Sound 2.0 with Digital Command System
(DCS).  This new system will allow you to operate your locomotive in Command mode
(when used with the DCS Remote Control System, sold separately) or Conventional
mode.  Conventional operating features are described in the following pages, while the

DCS operating features are covered in the set of operating instructions that
accompanies the DCS equipment.

  Conventional Mode operation of this locomotive is

much simpler than operation of original Proto-Sound engines.  For your own safety and
that of your equipment, please read the instructions before you operate this engine.  

Summary of Contents for PREMIER U50C

Page 1: ...most other 3 rail locomotives rolling stock and accessories This locomotive is equipped with Proto Sound 2 0 with Digital Command System DCS This new system will allow you to operate your locomotive i...

Page 2: ...upler Operation 8 Speed Control 8 Lock into a Direction 9 Reset to Factory Defaults 9 Automatic Sounds 9 Maintenance 10 ProtoSmoke Unit Operation 10 Lubrication and Greasing Instructions 12 Locomotive...

Page 3: ...or two on each pivot point 2 Prime the operating smoke unit with smoke fluid before operating Add 15 20 drops of smoke fluid through the smokestack see Fig 2 on pg 10 then gently blow into the stack t...

Page 4: ...gain to turn it off Direction Your train is programmed to start in neutral To put the engine into forward and then to change the direction of the train or to put it into neutral firmly press and relea...

Page 5: ...2 0 features in order to prevent harm to yourself or your equipment Activating Proto Sound 2 0 Conventional Mode Features Proto Sound 2 0 features are activated by sequences of Bell and Whistle button...

Page 6: ...FYS The reverse unit is temporarily disabled so that the train will not move as you use the Direction button to trigger the sounds and Proto Sound 2 0 has disabled operator control over the Whistle an...

Page 7: ...stopped the engine to run the FYS Otherwise the engine without FYS will begin vibrating on the track as its motors strain to move the train since they cannot be automatically disabled during the FYS...

Page 8: ...ed up and down grades and around curves much like an automobile cruise control You can add or drop cars on the run and the engine will maintain the speed you set While the engine is programmed to star...

Page 9: ...e 1 horn 3 bells code to return the engine to its normal condition even if the engine is kept without power for extended periods of time Reset to Factory Defaults To override the settings you currentl...

Page 10: ...ops of smoke fluid through the smokestack see Fig 2 We recommend M T H ProtoSmoke Seuthe LGB or LVTS fluids Do not overfill the unit or the fluid may leak out and coat the interior engine components T...

Page 11: ...ience 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 unabsorbent around the heating element Remove the smoke unit inspection...

Page 12: ...that in some tightly packed engines you may need to move internal components temporarily in order to access the gears 1 To access the gear box remove the cab from the chassis by unscrewing the chassi...

Page 13: ...traction tires Traction Tire Replacement Instructions Your locomotive is equipped with two neoprene rubber traction tires on each powered truck block While these tires are extremely durable you may ne...

Page 14: ...in the drive wheel using a razor blade or small flathead screwdriver to pry away any remains 2 Slip the new tire onto the wheel You may find it useful to use two small flathead screwdrivers to stretc...

Page 15: ...emove the shell and slide the spring contact bracket off of its post Remove the light bulb and wires taking care to notice the path that the wires take on the inside of the shell Replace the bulb and...

Page 16: ...ve the track voltage at 12 volts for 15 minutes If the garbled or distorted sounds are reduced the battery charge has run down and can be recharged Do this by leaving the engine in neutral with track...

Page 17: ...e button too quickly Try pressing the bell button more slowly taking approximately one full second to fully depress the button Reverse the transformer leads Check the wiring of the separate button You...

Page 18: ...als The engine is locked into the neutral position Follow the procedure in the Lock into a Direction section Engine speed must be below 10 scale mph approx 10 volts or less in conventional mode Proto...

Page 19: ...as the operator cycles through the FYS sequences FYS is programmed to start ringing the bell at that point After approximately 12 rings of the bell it will automatically turn off Because FYS must cont...

Page 20: ...90 Watt Standard Lionel 1043M U A 5 16v 90 Watt Standard Lionel 1044 U A 5 16v 90 Watt Standard Lionel 1053 U A 8 17v 60 Watt Standard Lionel 1063 U A 8 17v 60 Watt Standard All Trol Left Terminal Ri...

Page 21: ...uts and matches smoke to locomotive speed Locomotive Lighting Control Controls locomotive headlights marker and interior lights beacon lights ditch lights and MARS lights Emergency Stop Single button...

Page 22: ...motive values for consist make ups allowing multiple locomotives belonging to a consist to operate together Query Locomotive Information User can query locomotive programming to learn locomotive addre...

Page 23: ...ty precautions should be followed including the following Read this manual thoroughly before using this device M T H recommends that all users and persons supervising use examine the hobby transformer...

Page 24: ...tacting M T H for your Return Authorization number 3 Please make sure you have followed the instructions carefully before returning any merchandise for service Limited One Year Warranty All M T H prod...

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