LGB Ge 4/4 III Série Instructions De Service page 8

This feature does not work at top
speed, because additional voltage
must be available to overcome any
added load.
If desired, numerous functions of the
onboard decoder, such as accelera-
tion, braking, direction of travel and
many others, can be programmed
using a PC and the 55045 MTS PC
Decoder Programming Module (see
Instructions for advanced users).
These functions also can be pro-
grammed with the 55015 Universal
Remote.
Pantographs
The model is equipped with electron-
ically controlled pantographs. The
rear pantograph raises, and the front
pantograph lowers automatically,
depending on the direction of travel.
The pantographs can be fixed in the
"down" position by snapping them
into their holders.
When operating with the Multi-Train
System, you control the pantographs
with the F3 command (see Multi-
Train System).
Sound
This model features a digital elec-
tronic sound system. The volume
control is located on the right side (in
the direction of travel) behind the
front power truck (Fig. 4).
All sound features described below
also can be controlled directly with
the LGB Multi-Train System (see
Multi-Train System).
Whistle: The horn sounds automati-
cally when the locomotive is started.
The horn also can be triggered by the
LGB Sound Magnet (17050) included
with this model. The 17050 snaps
between the ties of most LGB track
sections.
The magnet in the 17050 is under the
LGB logo. If the contact is installed
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with the logo on the right side of the
track (in the direction of travel), it will
trigger the horn as the model passes.
Yodeling sound: If the contact is
installed with the logo on the left side
of the track, it will trigger a yodeling:
"100 Jahr Albula, 100 Jahr Ruinaul-
ta." The yodeling can be switched off
by resetting a switch on the left side
behind the front power truck.
Sounds after turning on the throttle:
When the throttle is turned to a low
setting, you first hear the main
switch. Then the air pump runs. The
air pump stops and the fan switches
on. When the throttle is turned up to
a higher setting, you hear the drive
sounds.
As the loco starts, you hear the typi-
cal humming, then the sound of the
thyristors. The drive sounds are pro-
portional to the speed of the loco.
Pantograph sounds: When the pan-
tographs are raised, you hear the
accompanying sounds.
Brake: To trigger the "squealing"
brake sound, reduce the model's
speed slowly. This requires a skilled
hand and a little practice.
Standing sounds: With the Multi-
Train System, you hear the fan while
the loco is standing. When the loco is
turned off, you hear the vacuum
pump and the main switch sounds.
To hear the standing sounds with
analog operation, a low voltage
(approx. 6.5 volts) must be main-
tained on the tracks. Turn the throttle
to a low setting so that the loco does
not yet start, but you can hear the
sounds.
Hint: To obtain standing sounds with
analog operation while the throttle is
turned off and when reversing the
locomotive's direction, the 65011
Sound Unit Power Storage must be
installed. For questions regarding the
installation of the 65011, please con-
tact your authorized retailer.
Hint: This model is equipped with a
starting delay circuit. This enables
the model to produce standing
sounds and to move the pantographs
up and down while it is stopped.
Lighting
This model has automatic directional
lanterns on the front and the rear of
the loco: three white lanterns on the
front and two red lanterns on the
rear. The control panels inside the
cabs are equipped with white lights
for background lighting along with
small LEDs. Several LEDs are illumi-
nated in the front cab. One is illumi-
nated in the rear.
This model has "flat" multi-purpose
sockets, with removable covers, on
the front and rear of the loco. These
sockets can be used to provide track
power to cars with lighting or sound
electronics.
To remove the cover of the socket,
pull it straight out. If the cover is
tight, gently use a small straight
screwdriver to pry it out. (Do not pull
out the rectangular outer housing.)
Power Supply
Attention! For safety and reliability,
operate this model with LGB power
supplies (transformers, power packs
and controls) only. The use of non-
LGB power supplies will void your
warranty.
Use this model with LGB power sup-
plies with an output of more than 1
amp. For more information on LGB
power supplies for indoor, outdoor
and multi-train operation, see the
LGB catalog.
Catenary Power Operation
This locomotive can be operated with
a powered catenary system (see
Operating Modes). The bottom of
this model is marked with a red dot.
Place the model on the track with the
red dot pointing to the rail that is not
connected to the catenary power
supply (Fig. 6, 7).
Hint: To operate multiple trains on
the same track, we recommend the
LGB Multi-Train System (see Multi-
Train System). With the Multi-Train
System, you can use an unpowered
catenary system for prototypical
appearance.
CAUTION! This model may be pow-
ered with a catenary on analog lay-
outs only. For operation with the dig-
ital Multi-Train System, the model
must use track power. Otherwise,
dangerously high voltages may
result.
Attention! After extended operation,
this model may leave carbon dust or
other debris around the track. This
dust and debris can stain carpet and
other materials. Consider this when
setting up your layout. Ernst Paul
Lehmann Patentwerk and LGB of
America are not liable for any dam-
ages.
SERVICE
Do-It-Yourself Service Levels
Level - Beginner
Level - Intermediate
Level - Advanced
Attention! Improper service will void
your warranty. For quality service,
contact your authorized retailer or an
LGB factory service station (see
Authorized Service).
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