Premier 2-10-4 TEXAS STEAM ENGINE Operating Instructions Manual

PREMIER 2-10-4 TEXAS

STEAM ENGINE

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

This Premier Steam Engine contains state-of-the-art electronics

e 20), and is compatible with most other 3-rail locomotives,

DCS

Conventional Mode operation of this locomotive is much simpler

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Table of Contents

Set Up 3
Basic Operation 4

Throttle 4
Operation Buttons 4
Manual Volume Control 4

Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions 5

Activating Proto-Sound 2.0 Conventional Mode Features 5
Freight Yard Sounds (FYS) 6
Tips on Using FYS 7
Proto-Coupler® 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
Traction Tire Replacement 13
Light Replacement Instructions 14
Self-Charging Battery Back-Up 16

Troubleshooting 17
Compatibility 19
Transformer Compatibility Chart 20
Additional Features with DCS Remote Control System 21
Safety Precautions 23
Service and Warranty Information 24

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6 on pg. 12. Do not over-oil. Use only a drop or two on each pivot

Running

See the

Look at the

Plug Tender Plug into

Boiler Socket at back of cab.

Figure 1a. Connect the Tender to
the Engine

Figure 1b. Purposes of the Two Holes on the
Engine Draw Bar.

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Basic Operation

Throttle – Throttle up the power to your track. Give about 10-14 volts or

enough power so that the engine’s headlight shines brightly. Then put the
engine into motion by either firmly pressing the Direction button on your

transformer or remote once or dropping and advancing the throttle to put the
engine in forward.

Operation Buttons

Use the operation buttons on your transformer or remote as described below.
Whistle/Horn- To sound the whistle, firmly press the Whistle/Horn button.

The whistle will sound for as long as you continue to depress the button. It
will stop when you release the button. The whistle has four different endings,
depending on whether you hold the button for less than three seconds, three
seconds, four seconds, or five seconds or longer.

Bell - To sound the bell, firmly press and release the Bell button. To turn the
bell off, press and release the Bell button again. The bell will continue to ring

from the time you turn it on until you press and release the button again to turn
it off.

Direction – Your train is programmed to start in neutral. The first direction
after neutral upon start-up is forward. Firmly press and release the Direction

button to allow the engine to move forward. Just as you must stop your
automobile between forward and reverse, this engine will not go directly from
forward to reverse; it goes into neutral between directions. If the train has
been moving forward, the first press of the Direction button will put the train

from forward into neutral, the second press into reverse, the third press back
into neutral, and the fourth back into forward. To prevent accidental

high-speed start-ups, this engine is programmed to restart in neutral each time
the track voltage is turned off for 25 seconds or more.

Manual Volume Control

– To adjust the volume of all sounds made by

this engine, turn the master volume control knob located under the tender
clockwise to increase the volume and counter-clockwise to decrease the
volume (see Fig. 2).

Proto-Sound 2.0

Volume Adjustment Knob

Figure 2. Manually Adjusting the Proto-Sound 2.0 Volume

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Feature to Be Activated:

Freight Yard Sounds
Fire the Rear Coupler
Speed Control On/Off
Lock into a Direction/Unlock
Reset to Factory Defaults

Button Code:

1 Bell, 2 Whistles
1 Bell, 3 Whistles
1 Whistle, 2 Bells (from Neutral only)
1 Whistle, 3 Bells
1 Whistle, 5 Bells (from Neutral only)

FYS Code Timing

Total Time Lapse: 1 Seconds

½

Tap
Bell

Quickly

½ Sec.

Pause

½ Sec.

Pause

Tap
Whistle
Quickly

Tap
Whistle
Quickly

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Freight Yard Sounds (FYS):

Your engine is equipped with a sound package of freight yard sounds that you
can play when you pull into a yard. Each sequence described below will

play as long as it is left on, randomly generating sounds, but be sure to
allow approximately 30 seconds between the button pushes described

below to allow the FYS sufficient time to run through each sequence.

1. To cue the sound system to play the FYS, quickly, but firmly tap the Bell
button once followed by 2 quick taps of the Whistle button while the engine

is moving. Tap the buttons quickly, but allow approximately ½ second
between each press.

2. Press the Direction button or drop and advance the throttle once to stop the
engine. This will trigger the first sequence of 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 and Bell buttons until the full FYS sequence is
complete.

3. After waiting about 30 seconds for that sequence to run, press the Direction
button again to trigger the second sequence of FYS.

4. After about 30 seconds, press the Direction button again to trigger the third
FYS sequence.

5. Again, after allowing about 30 seconds for that sequence to run, press the
Direction button one more time to trigger the fourth and final FYS sequence.

The FYS will continue, and within a few seconds, the engine will start and
move out on its own at the current throttle setting, in the same direction it was
traveling when you began the sequence with the bell ringing. Once the bell

turns off, the operator regains control of the transformer’s bell and whistle
buttons and can ring the bell or blow the whistle as usual.

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Tips on Using FYS

• You can terminate FYS at anytime by turning off power to the
track for 15 seconds.

• You do not have to be in Forward to use FYS. At the conclusion
of the full sequence, the train will pull away from the station in

whatever direction you were going when you activated the feature.

• You can use FYS even if you are double-heading with another
engine. If the second engine is not equipped with FYS at all, you
must remember not to leave the throttle at a high voltage level once
you have 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 cycle. If the second engine is an original Proto-Sound

engine equipped with FYS, you may choose to disable it when
used in double-heading operations, so you will not experience

competing FYS sounds. To disable FYS in an original
Proto-Sound engine, see the operating instructions for that engine.

• FYS can be triggered from Neutral. It will operate the same as if
triggered while in motion except that, at the conclusion of the FYS,

the engine will depart in the next direction of travel, as opposed to
the direction it was traveling before entering Neutral.

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Proto-Coupler® Operation

This locomotive is equipped with a coil-wound Proto-Coupler for remote
uncoupling action. Because the Proto-Coupler is controlled through the
Proto-Sound 2.0 microprocessor, it does not require an uncoupling track
section or modification to your layout to function. You can fire the couplers

from neutral or while in motion. Use the code shown below (and in the chart
on pg. 5) to fire the coupler.

Rear Coupler:

To fire the rear coupler, press the Bell button once followed immediately by
three pushes of the Whistle/Horn button. The sound of the liftbar and air line

depletion will play, and the knuckle will be released.

Speed Control:

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

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 start with the speed control feature
activated, you can opt to turn it off. This means the engine’s speed will fall as

it labors up a hill and increase as it travels downward. It is also affected by the
addition or releasing of cars while on the run.

To turn speed control on and off, put the engine in neutral, then press the
transformer’s Whistle button one time then immediately press the Bell button

two times. Two whistle blasts will indicate that the engine has made the
change. Repeat the 1 whistle, 2 bells code to return it to the other state. You

will want to do this during the initial neutral upon start-up if you ever
couple this engine to another engine that is not equipped with speed

control to avoid damaging the motors in either engine. Each time you shut

down the engine completely, it will automatically turn speed control on.

Note: When speed control is turned off, the Proto-Sound 2.0 system will limit
the volume in order to operate more smoothly at lower voltages. Full volume
is restored upon reactivating speed control.

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Two whistle blasts will indicate that the engine has made the change.

Two whistle

play any time the engine’s speed decreases rapidly.

plays at random intervals when the engine idles in neutral.

sounds play when the engine is initially

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Maintenance
ProtoSmoke® Unit Operation

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 is essentially a small heating element and wick that soaks up and then

heats a mineral oil-based fluid that emits a harmless smoke. The smoke is
then forced out of the stack by a small electric fan. Smoke volume is

controlled by the Proto-Sound 2.0 system.

With a few easy maintenance steps, you should enjoy trouble-free smoke unit
operation for years.

When preparing to run this engine, add
15-20 drops of smoke fluid through the
smokestack (see Fig. 3). 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.

If you choose not to add the fluid (or
have already added the fluid but choose
to run smoke-free), turn off the smoke

unit switch located under the tender (see
Fig. 4). Failure either to add fluid to

the unit or to turn it off may damage
the smoke unit heating element and/or
wick material.

When the smoke output while running
the engine begins to diminish, add

another 10-15 drops of smoke fluid or
turn the smoke unit off.

When storing the unit for long periods of
time, you may want to add about 15

drops of fluid to prevent the wick from
drying out.

After removing the engine from storage, add another 25 drops of fluid, letting
the wick soak up the fluid for 15 minutes prior to operation.

Add Smoke Fluid

Figure 3. Add Smoke through the
Smokestack

Smoke Unit

ON/OFF Switch

Figure 4. Smoke Unit ON/OFF
Switch

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Figure 5b. Inspecting the Smoke Unit

Remove screws to
access smoke unit

Figure 5a. Accessing the Smoke Unit

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Lubrication and Greasing Instructions

The engine should be well oiled and greased in order to run properly.

You should regularly lubricate all side rods, linkage components and pickup
rollers to prevent them from squeaking. Use light household oil and follow the
lubrication points marked “L” in Fig. 6. Do not over-oil. Use only a drop or
two on each pivot point.

The locomotive’s internal gearing was greased at the factory and should not
need additional grease until after 50 hours of operation or one year, whichever

comes first. To access the gear box and axles, do the following:

1. Turn the engine upside down.

2. Remove the boiler by removing the body mounting screws shown in Fig. 7a

3. Remove the Phillips screw (marked “GREASE”) located at each set of
wheels (Fig. 7a) and the gearbox cover screws (Fig. 7b).

3. Use a grease tube dispenser to put a small amount (approx. 1-2 ml.) of
lithium-based grease into the gearbox and axles.

4. Replace the screws and reassemble the boiler.

You should also grease the leading and trailing locomotive truck tongues to
enhance their ability to slide on the chassis. Follow the grease points shown on

Fig. 7a.

Lubricate Pick Up Rollers (L)

Lubricate Side Rods and Linkage (L) (Both Sides)

Lubricate Axle Bushings (L)

Lubricate Axle Bushings (L)

Figure 6. Lubrication Points on the Locomotive

Grease Screws (G)

Grease Pivot Point (G)

Body Mounting Screws

Body Mounting Screws

Figure 7a. Location of Body Mount Screws and Greasing Points on the Locomotive

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Unscrew these screws to access the gear box

Figure 7b. Screws to remove to access the gear box.

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Light Replacement Instructions

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
diagrams and directions below for instructions on accessing and replacing the
light bulbs in this locomotive.

You can obtain replacement bulbs directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department
(phone: [phone]; e-mail: [e-mail]; mail: 7020 Columbia
Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532)

Headlight:

1. Pull on the headlight to open the magnetic
door on the front of the boiler.

2. Gently pull the wires connected to the lights
out until you can access the wire connectors,

and unplug the connectors.

3. To replace the white headlight, gently pull
the wires until the bulb comes free of the
housing. Push the new bulb into place and
reconnect the wires.

Firebox and Cab Interior Lights:

1. Remove the boiler from its chassis as shown
in Fig. 7a on pg. 12.

2. Unplug the black wires from their connector.

3. Remove the firebox light bulb by pulling it
down and out of its bracket. You may find it

easier to unscrew the bracket from the boiler
before removing the bulb. Replace the bulb by

pushing it up and into the bracket. You may
need to use small pliers to do this.

4. Remove the cab interior light by pulling
gently on the wire until the bulb comes free of its housing. Push the
replacement bulb into position.

5. Reassemble in reverse order, being careful not to pinch any wires.

Firebox and

Cab Lights

Figure 8b. Furebox and Cab
Lights

Open Boiler Door

Pull out wire and

disconnect

Figure 8a. Replacing the
Headlight

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Remove the body from the chassis by removing the 6 screws shown in Fig.

Unplug the wire from the connector.

Unscrew the bracket that houses the light bulb from inside the tender.

Gently pull the bulb to remove it and push the replacement bulb into place.

Reassemble in reverse order, being careful not to pinch any wires.

Tender shell screws

Tender shell screws

Tender shell screws

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Unhook Wires, Remove

and Replace Battery

Remove Proto-Sound Board

to access Battery

Figure 11. Replacing the Battery

Self-Charging Battery Back-Up

The special NiCad 7-cell 8.4v self-charging battery in this engine improves
performance at any speed. It ensures that power to the sound system will

remain on during directional changes or when travelling over dirty track or
switches. The self-charging battery system is automatically turned on or off
whenever track power is turned on or off.

Track power (when applied) recharges the battery, which should last for up to
five years, and the special NiCad battery is a dry battery that should not leak or
cause any damage to your engine. However, even this special battery will
eventually wear down and need to be replaced. When you notice that your
engine sounds seem distorted or garbled at low voltages or become silent when
power from the transformer is turned off, test the battery to determine whether
it should be recharged or replaced.

Put the engine in neutral and leave 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
voltage at 12 volts for 6-7 hours so the battery can fully recharge (be sure the

smoke unit is turned off). Or you can remove the battery (as described below)
and charge it in any standard slow charge battery recharger, following the
recharger’s directions.

If the sounds are not improved at the end of the 15 minute test charge, it is time
to replace the battery (see directions below). Contact the M.T.H. Parts
Department (phone: [phone]; e-mail: [e-mail]; mail:
7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532) for a replacement
battery. A standard 9v alkaline battery can be substituted until your
replacement arrives, but since alkaline batteries cannot be recharged, it will
eventually wear down. Do NOT use a 6-cell 7.2v battery like those found in
most convenience stores.

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2.0 Problems

Starting Up

Whistle/Horn

Bell

Coupler

Remedy

Remedy

Remedy

Remedy

Remedy

When I first turn the power on, the
engine will not begin to run. I have to
turn the throttle off and then on again
to get the engine to operate.

When I press the whistle/horn button,
the bell comes on instead.

I can’t get the horn to blow when I
press the whistle button.

I can’t get the bell to ring when I press
the bell button.

The bell won’t work on a separate bell
button.

When I try to fire the coupler, FYS
starts.

The Proto-Coupler won’t let the engine
uncouple on the fly.

The coupler does not fire or stay
coupled.

When I press the whistle button, the
bell sounds.

Reverse the transformer leads.

You may be pressing the button too
quickly. Try pressing the whistle/horn
button more slowly, taking approximately
one full second to fully depress the

button.

You may be pressing the 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 are waiting too long between
whistle button presses.

Try lubricating the coupler knuckle
with a dry graphite lubricant. Do NOT

use oil.
The coupler needs to be cleaned.

Wipe with denatured alcohol (not
rubbing alcohol) and let dry.

This is normal behavior. To prevent
accidental high-speed start-ups,
Proto-Sound 2.0 is programmed to
start up in neutral anytime track power
has been turned off for several
seconds. See the "Basic Operation"
section for more details.

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Cab Chatter

Lock-out

Volume

Battery

FYS

Remedy

Remedy

Remedy

Remedy

Remedy

Sometimes the Cab Chatter sounds
don’t play.

I can’t get the engine to run after I
power up the transformer. It sits still
with the engine sounds running.

The engine won’t lock into forward,
neutral, or reverse.

The sounds seem distorted, especially
when the whistle or bell is activated.

The engine will not leave the initial
neutral setting.

The FYS sounds occasionally repeat
themselves.

I get no sounds when the engine shifts
between directions.

After I turn off my transformer, my
engine continues to make sounds
before quitting.

Cab Chatter plays only in neutral at
random intervals.

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-Sound 2.0 volume is set too
high. Turn the volume control knob on
the bottom of the chassis counter-

clockwise to reduce the volume.

Check to be sure the battery is
installed and fully charged. See the
“Self-Charging Battery Back-Up”
section.

The battery may be dead or need to
be charged. See the “Self-Charging

Battery Back-Up” section.
Proto-Sound 2.0 is designed to

continue to sound for a few seconds
after power to the track has been shut

off.

Proto-Sound 2.0 has a built-in random
number generator that randomly
selects each sound clip to play.
Because there are a limited number of
sound clips available in each FYS
sequence, it is probable that some of
these sound clips will be repeated
from time to time.

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FYS Remedy

Once in FYS, the engine doesn’t go
into reverse.

When the FYS enters its last
sequence the bell automatically
comes on.

When FYS is enabled, pressing the
whistle and bell buttons has no effect.

I push the direction button but the next
sound clip in the sequence does not
play or the engine does not come out
of FYS after fourth press of the
direction button.

So that FYS effects can be as realistic
as possible,

Proto-Sound 2.0

disables the reversing unit
whenever FYS is enabled. This

way the engine remains still at its
stop 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 control various
effects in each sequence, Proto­Sound 2.0 takes control of these
sound effects until you exit FYS.

Each FYS clip must play for approx.
30 seconds before FYS will advance
to the next step in the FYS cycle.
Wait at least 30 seconds in each FYS
sound clip before pressing the

direction button.

Compatibility

This engine will operate on any traditional O-72 Gauge track system,
including M.T.H.’s RealTrax® or ScaleTrax™ or traditional tubular track. It is

also compatible with most standard AC transformers. (See page 20 for a
complete list of compatible transformers and wiring instructions.)

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Transformer Compatibility and Wiring Chart

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

operational commands described in these instructions require a bell button, so
if your transformer does not have its own bell button, you should consider
adding one to get the full benefit of the system. In addition, the chart details
how the terminals on these transformers should be attached to your layout.

Transformer

Model

Center Rail Outside Rail

Min/Max.

Voltage

Power

Rating

Transformer

Type

Lionel 1032 U A 5-16v 90-Watt Standard

Lionel 1032M U A 5-16v 90-Watt Standard

Lionel 1033 U A 5-16v 90-Watt Standard
Lionel 1043 U A 5-16v 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 Right Terminal 0-24v 300-Watt Electronic

Dallee Hostler Left Terminal Right Terminal Electronic

Lionel LW A U 8-18v 75-Watt Standard

Lionel KW A or B U 6-20v 190-Watt Standard

Lionel MW

Outside Track

Terminal

Inside Track

Terminal

5-16v 50V.A. Electronic

Lionel RS-1 Red Terminal Black Terminal 0-18v 50V.A. Electronic

Electronic

Lionel RW U A 9-19v 110-Watt Standard

Lionel SW U A Unknown 130-Watt Standard

Lionel TW

U A 8-18v 175-Watt Standard

Lionel ZW

Lionel Post-War

Celebration

Series ZW

A,B,C or D

A,B,C or D

U

Common

8-20v

0-20v

275-Watt

135/190 Watt

Standard

MTH Z-500 Red Terminal Black Terminal 0-18v 50-Watt Electronic
MTH Z-750 Red Terminal Black Terminal 0-21v 75-Watt Electronic

MTH Z-4000 Red Terminal Black Terminal 0-22v 390-Watt Electronic

* Conventional Mode Only

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Variable Output Control - Controls how much smoke each

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• Proto-Effects™ Set Up-User can select individual Proto-Effects™ operations
to be active or inactive, including cab chatter, train wreck sounds, coupler

sounds, and wheel clickety-clack sounds

• Direction Control Set Up-User can set initial individual start-up direction
(start in forward or reverse) for double-heading operations

• Locomotive Consist Set-up-User can determine locomotive 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 address and engine data information, including scale miles

traveled

• User Can Query, Set and Operate Track and Accessory Interface Units for
Programming Digital Command Operations for up to 250 Accessories and 250
Individual Switches

• User Can Script, Record and Playback Train Routes

Operating instructions for all DCS Command features will accompany the
DCS remote control equipment.

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When using electrical products, basic safety precautions should

Read this manual thoroughly before using this device.

M.T.H. recommends that all users and persons supervising use examine the

Service & Warranty Information

How to Get Service Under the Terms of the Limited One-Year Warranty

For warranty repair, follow the instructions below to obtain warranty service.

1. First, e-mail, write, call or fax an Authorized M.T.H. Service Center in your area or M.T.H.
Electric Trains to obtain Repair Authorization. You can find the list of Authorized Service Center s

on the M.T.H. website, www.mth-railking.com. Otherwise, contact M.T.H. (at e-mail:
[e-mail]; 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia, MD 21046; tel:
410-381-2580; fax: [phone]), stating when the item was purchased and describing the

problem. If you contact M.T.H., you will be given a return authorization number to assure that your
merchandise will be properly handled upon its receipt.

2. CAUTION: Make sure the product is packed in its original factory packaging including its foam
and plastic wrapping material so as to prevent damage to the merchandise. The shipment must be
prepaid and we recommend that it be insured. A cover letter including your name, address, daytime

phone number, e-mail address (if available), Return Authorization number, a copy of your sales
receipt and a full description of the problem must be included to facilitate the repairs. Please
include the description regardless of whether you discussed the problem with a service technician

when contacting the Service Center or M.T.H. for your Return Authorization.

3. Please make sure you have followed the instructions carefully before returning any merchandise
for service.

Limited One-Year Warranty

All M.T.H. products purchased from an Authorized M.T.H. Train Merchant are covered by this
warranty.

See our website at or call 1-888-640-3700 to identify an Authorized M.T.H. Train Merchant near
you.

M.T.H. products are warrantied for one year from the date of purchase against defects in material or
workmanship, excluding light bulbs and traction tires. We will repair or replace (at our option) the
defective part without charge for the parts or labor, if the item is returned to an Authorized M.T.H.
Service Center or M.T.H. Electric Trains within one year of the original date of purchase. This
warranty does not cover damages caused by improper care, handling, or use. Transportation costs
incurred by the customer are not covered under this warranty.

Items sent for repair must be accompanied by a return authorization number, a description of the
problem, and a copy of the original sales receipt from an Authorized M.T.H. Train Merchant,
which gives the date of purchase. If you are sending the item to M.T.H., call 410-381-2580, fax

410-423-0009, or e-mail the Service Department at to obtain a return authorization number. If you
are sending this product to an Authorized Service Center, contact that Center for their return
authorization.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary from state t o
state.