Safety Notes; Important Notes; Functions - LGB Mikado 27872 Mode D'emploi

Safety Notes

• This model may only be used with the operating system designed for it.
• Use only switched mode power supply units and transformers that are designed
for your local power system.
• This locomotive must never be supplied with power from more than one power
pack.
• Pay close attention to the safety notes in the instructions for your operating sys-
tem.
• Not for children under the age of 15.
• WARNING! Sharp edges and points required for operation.

Important Notes

• The operating instructions are a component part of the product and must therefore
be kept in a safe place as well as included with the product, if the latter is given to
someone else.
• Please see your authorized LGB dealer for repairs or spare parts.
• The warranty card included with this product specifies the warranty conditions.
• Disposing: www.maerklin.com/en/imprint.html

Functions

• This model is designed for operation on LGB two-rail DC systems with conventio-
nal LGB DC train controllers or power packs (DC, 0 - 24 volts).
• This model comes from the factory with a built-in multi-train system decoder
(multi-train system).
• For operation with the Multi-Train System, the model is programmed to loco
address 03.
Note: Use a locomotive controller with more than 1 amp of train current for this
model.
Preparation
Couple the tender to the locomotive and plug in the connecting cable before opera-
ting the locomotive (Figure 1).
Mode of Operation Switch
This locomotive has a 4-position mode of operation switch (Figure 2).
Pos. 0 Locomotive stopped without current
Pos. 1 Lighting and smoke unit turned on
Pos. 2 Locomotive motor, smoke unit, and lighting turned on
Pos. 3 Locomotive motor, smoke unit, lighting, and sound turned on
Smoke Unit
This model is equipped with a smoke unit. Fill the smoke stack only halfway with
smoke fluid. If you put in too much fluid, the smoke unit cannot produce smoke.
Important! Use only Märklin 2420 smoke fluid. Other liquids may damage your loco-
motive.
Important! Do not touch the heating element in the middle of the smoke unit. It is hot
and can break.
Note: The smoke unit can be operated "dry" without smoke fluid. When the tank is
empty, the heating and the fan will turn off after about 2 minutes.
Due to the high amount of smoke produced, we recommend making sure there is
enough ventilation in enclosed areas.
Multi-Purpose Socket
This model has a general-purpose socket on the back wall of the cab for flat plugs
(Figure 3). If you are equipping a car with interior lighting or with a sound effects
module, you can connect it to the socket and power that circuit with track voltage. 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).
Multi-Train System
The model is equipped with a factory-installed onboard decoder for the LGB Multi-
Train System. It can be used without modifications on analog or digital layouts.
When operating with the Multi-Train System, the loco features a "Back-EMF" function.
This keeps the motor speed constant, even when the load of the loco changes, for
example, in curves or on grades. This feature does not work at top speed.
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