Tinplate Dorfan 1134 User manual
Tinplate Dorfan 1134
Steam Locomotive
Traditional Version
Compatibility
This engine will operate on any traditional
42” diameter STD. Gauge track system,
including M.T.H.’s traditional tubular
track. It is also compatible with most
standard AC transformers. (See page 7 for
a complete list of compatible transformers
and wiring instructions.)
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE
Table of Contents
Set Up Checklist........................................................................... 3
Lubrication.................................................................................... 3
Basic Operation............................................................................ 4
Activating Features....................................................................... 4
Maintenance.................................................................................. 5
Lubricating and Greasing Instructions..................................... 5
Headlight Replacement Instructions......................................... 6
Cleaning The Wheels and Track................................................ 6
Transformer Compatibility and Wiring Chart.......................... 7
Service & Warranty Information................................................ 8
Limited One-Year Warranty......................................................... 8
This product may be protected by one or more of the following patents: 6,019,289; 6,280,278;
6,281,606; 6,291,263; 6,457,681; 6,491,263; 6,604,641; 6,619,594; 6,624,537; 6,655,640.
©2008, M.T.H. Electric Trains®, Columbia, MD 21046
CAUTION: ELECTRICALLY OPERATED PRODUCT:
WARNING:When using electrical products, basic safety precautions should be observed, including the following:
Read this manual thoroughly before using this device.
lM.T.H. recommends that all users and persons supervising use examine the hobby transformer and other electronic equipment
periodically for conditions that may result in the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, such as damage to the primary cord,
plug blades, housing, output jacks or other parts. In the event such conditions exist, the train set should not be used until properly
repaired.
lDo not operate your layout unattended. Obstructed accessories or stalled trains may overheat, resulting in damage to your layout.
lThis train set is intended for indoor use. Do not use if water is present. Serious injury or fatality may result.
lDo not operate the hobby transformer with damaged cord, plug, switches, buttons or case.
Recommended for Ages 14 and up. Not recommended for children under 14 years of age without adult supervision. As
with all electric products, precautions should be observed during handling and use to prevent electric shock.
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Set Up Checklist
Lubricate the locomotive
Apply power to run as described in the Basic Operating Section of this manual
You should lubricate the engine and tender to prevent it from squeaking. Use light
household oil and follow the lubrication points marked “L” shown below. Do not
over-oil. Use only a drop or two on each pivot point.
Lubrication
DO NOT
OVER OIL
DO NOT
OVER OIL
DO NOT
OVER OIL
Lubrication Points on the Locomotive
Lubricate Pick Up Rollers (L)
Lubricate Wheel Axles (L) Lubricate Wheel Axles (L)
Lubricate Side Rods
Lubricating The Side Rods and Linkage
The Throttle knob controls how fast your train will travel.
The locomotive is stopped, started and reversed by means of the reversing ‘E-Unit’
located inside the locomotive. The E-Unit is a three position sequence relay which
cycles whenever current to the locomotive is interrupted. This can be done by
operating the ‘direction’ control on the transformer, or by moving the transformer
voltage control to the OFF position. The sequence of its operation is Forward,
Neutral, Reverse, Neutral, etc. In other words, if the locomotive is in forward
motion, operate the ‘Direction’ control once to stop it, and twice to reverse it.
If you want to operate the train in one direction only, which is necessary If you
have automatic stations or Insulated blocks in your layout, you must ‘lock-out’ the
E-Unit. Make sure the locomotive is moving in the desired direction then stop it.
Now, move the E-Unit lever (located on the top of the boiler) to its OFF position
or toward the left side of the locomotive. If the E-Unit is ‘locked out’ while it is in
the Neutral position, the locomotive will not run at all. Also, because the E-Unit
works partially by gravity, it will not operate properly if the locomotive is held on
its side or upside down.
Activating Features
Throttle To increase or decrease track voltage, and therefore train speed, turn the
throttle control knob. Turning clockwise will increase voltage and speed, while
turning counterclockwise will decrease voltage and speed. The engine will maintain
the speed you set after you release the throttle until you turn it again to change the
voltage and speed.
Horn/Whistle - To sound the whistle, firmly press the Horn/Whistle button. The
whistle will sound for as long as you continue to depress the button. It will stop
when you release the button.
Basic Operation
Cycle Phases
Neutral
Neutral
ForwardReverse
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Maintenance
Lubricating and Greasing Instructions
The engine should be well oiled and greased in order to run properly.
Regularly lubricate all axles and linkage components and pickup rollers to prevent
squeaking. Use light household oil, such as that found in M.T.H.'s maintenance kit.
Do not over oil. Use only a drop or two on each pivot point.
The locomotive utilizes a direct drive motor that should not need direct lubrication.
However, it will be necessary to lubricate the idler gears located on the inside of the
drive wheels (shown below) with grease.
DO NOT
OVER OIL
DO NOT
OVER OIL
DO NOT
OVER OIL
Ilder Gear Grease Points
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Grease Idler Gears (G)
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Cleaning The Wheels, Tires, and Track
Periodically check the locomotive wheels and pickups for dirt
and buildup, which can cause poor electrical contact and
traction and prematurely wear out the neoprene traction tires.
Wheels and tires can be cleaned using denatured (not rubbing)
alcohol applied with a cotton swab.
To clean the track, use RailKing Track Cleaning Fluid found in
Maintenance Kit (30-50010) or denatured (not rubbing)
alcohol and a clean rag. Unplug the transformer and wipe the
rails of the track, turning the rag frequently to ensure that you
are using clean cloth on the rails. Thereafter, keep an eye on
the track and clean it when it gets dirty to ensure good
electrical contact and to lengthen the life of the tires.
Clean any type of track with this heavy-duty track cleaning
block ( . Durably constructed from ABS plastic, the
block includes a built-in cleaning pad. For really stuborn track,
you can insert sandpaper into the block in just a few quick
steps.
40-1099)
Track Cleaning Block (40-1099)
Maintenance Kit (30-50010)
Accessing The Locomotive Headlight
Headlight Replacement Instructions
The locomotive’s headlight is controlled by track power. The headlight is easy to
remove and replace when it burns out. The bulb screws into a bracket affixed to
the above of the boiler. Gently unscrew the bulbs from the socket on the
mounting bracket and replace the bulb.
Replacement bulbs are available directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department.
423-0009, Phone: 410-381-2500, Mail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia
MD 21046-1532, ).
Transformer Compatibility and Wiring Chart
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
Lionel LW
Powermaster
U
A
U
A
U
A
8-17v
8-18v
8-18v
60-Watt
75-Watt
135VA
Standard
Standard
Electronic
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
MTH Z-1000
Red Terminal
Red Terminal
Black Terminal
Black Terminal
0-21v
0-21v
75-Watt
100-Watt
Electronic
Electronic
MTH Z-4000 Red Terminal Black Terminal 0-22v 390-Watt Electronic
* Conventional Mode Only
RECOMMENDED AC TRANSFORMERS
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Service & Warranty Information
How to Get Service Under the Terms of the Limited One-Year Warranty
When you suspect an item is defective, please check the operator's manual for standard operation and trouble-
shooting techniques that may correct the problem. Additional information may be found on the M.T.H. Website.
Should you still require service, follow the instructions below to obtain warranty service.
First, e-mail, write, call or fax M.T.H. Electric Trains or a M.T.H. Authorized Service Center (ASC) in your area
to obtain Repair Authorization. You can find the list of ASCs on the M.T.H. Website, www.mth-railking.com.
Authorized Service Centers are required to make warranty repairs on items sold only from that store; all other
repairs may-- or may not be done at the store's own discretion. If you did not purchase the item directly from
the ASC, you will need to select a National Authorized Service Center (NASC) or contact M.T.H. Electric Trains
directly. NASC Dealers are compensated by M.T.H. to perform warranty service for any customer whose repair
qualifies for warranty service. A list of NASC retailers can be located on the M.T.H. Website or by calling 410-
381-2580. Should the warranty no longer apply, you may choose either an ASC or NASC retailer to service your
M.T.H. Product. A reasonable service fee will be charged.
CAUTION: Make sure the product is packed in its original factory packaging including its foam and plastic
wrapping material to prevent damage to the merchandise. There is no need to return the entire set if only one
of the components is in need of repair unless otherwise instructed by the Service Center. 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 (if required by the service
center, 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 for your Return Authorization.
Please make sure you have followed the instructions carefully before returning any merchandise for service.
Authorized M.T.H. Service Centers are independently owned and operated and are not agents or representatives
of M.T.H. Electric Trains. M.T.H. assumes no responsibility, financial or otherwise, for material left in their
possession, or work done, by privately owned M.T.H. Authorized Service Centers.
Limited One-Year Warranty
All M.T.H. products purchased from an Authorized M.T.H. Retailer are covered by this warranty.
See our Website to identify an Authorized M.T.H. Retailer near you.
M.T.H. products are warrantied for one year from the date of purchase against defects in material or
workmanship, excluding wear items such as light bulbs, pick-up rollers, batteries, smoke unit wicks, and traction
tires. We will replace or credit (at our option) any defective item with a manufactured suggested retail price of
$279.95 or less (excluding all motive power and electronic items), if the item is returned to an M.T.H. Authorized
Service Center (ASC) or M.T.H. National Authorized Service Center (NASC) within one year of the original date
of purchase. For any item with an MSRP greater than $279.95 (including all motive power and electronics), We
will repair, replace or credit (at our option) the defective item without charge for the parts or labor, if the item is
returned to an M.T.H. Authorized Service Center (ASC) or M.T.H. National Authorized Service Center (NASC)
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 to ship the product for warranty service 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. Retailer stating the date of purchase. 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 to state. Specific
questions regarding the warranty may be forwarded to M.T.H. directly.
Service Department
M.T.H. Electric Trains
7020 Columbia Gateway Drive
Columbia MD 21046-1532
410-381-2580
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