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Dear G-Scale Train Enthusiast:
Thank you for adding this PIKO model
to your collection. It has undergone
intensive testing throughout the
development phase, as well as
numerous inspections in the
production process, to ensure you
smooth operation and many years of
trouble-free enjoyment.
Of course, we welcome reports of
your experience with the model under
"real world" conditions, which even
the most thorough developmental
testing cannot completely duplicate.
You can send us your comments by
several methods:
Via email to: hotline@piko.de
Via fax to: +49 3675 897250
Or via postal mail to:
PIKO Spielwaren GmbH, PF
96515 Sonneberg/Thüringen
Germany
Naturally, we like to hear about
positive experiences, but all comments
help us improve this and future
models.
Thank you for your support,
Your PIKO Team
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The Prototype
When the 2-6-0 wheel arrangement
was first introduced in the 1800s, the
big new locomotive received the
nickname "Mogul". This soon became
a popular type of loco on railroads all
across America. Thousands of Mogul
locomotives were built in the late
1800s, and even into the early 1900s.
In later years, Moguls served as the
main power on shortlines and
branchlines. Some survive in operating
condition even in the 21st century.
The Model
The PIKO model combines attention to
detail with sturdy construction and
exceptional pulling power. The use of
special weather-resistant materials
makes this model suitable for both
indoors and outdoors.
Technical Details of the Model
• Powerful motor, protected from
moisture
• Two axles gear-driven
• Ball bearing drive axles
• Two wheels with traction tires
• 6-wheel electrical pickup with
internal contacts
• 2 spring-loaded pickup shoes sliding
directly on the rails
• Heavy weight for traction
• Directional LED headlight and rear
light
• Decoder-and Sound Ready
• Speaker mounting provided
• Standard hook and look couplers
• Smoke generator in smokestack
• Quick-connect loco-tender coupling
system
• Length: 570 mm
• weight: approx. 3200 g
Details
• Detailed locomotive and tender with
many separately applied details.
• Separately installed front and side
windows
• Detailed cab interior with engineer
figure
• Constructed of special plastic for
outdoor use
• Authentic railroad decorations
Getting Started: Initial Operation
Unpacking the Model
Remove the styrofoam packaging
extremely carefully to prevent
damaging accessories and attached
parts such as handrails etc.
Initial Operation
We recommend letting the locomotive
run without a train for 30 minutes in
both directions, to properly break it in.
This will help achieve optimal
performance and longevity for the
locomotive. Of course, your model
should only be run on smooth and
perfectly clean tracks with reliable
electrical contact to all track
sections.
Preparing for Operation
With track power "off", place the loco
and tender on the track and ensure
that all wheels are on the rails. Lift
the small metal tab on the side of the
tender's quick-connect front coupler
plug. Slide the tender's plug into the
loco's socket and flip the metal clip
down to make the coupling secure. To
uncouple, lift the metal tab and gently
pull the loco and tender apart.
Smoke Unit Operation and Care
Drop about 10 to 20 drops of smoke
fluid into the top of the smokestack.
If over-filled, the smoke generator will
not work. Turn the loco upside down
to drain out excess smoke fluid.
Never insert any object down into the
smokestack. The heating element in
the center of the stack is delicate and
easily broken by foreign objects. Use
only PIKO smoke fluid to preserve the
life of the smoke generator. There is
no harm in leaving smoke fluid in the
smoke generator or in letting the the
loco run without fluid in the smoke
generator.
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