USA Trains EMD GP30 User manual

EMD GP30
DIESEL LOCOMOTIVE
OW ERS MA UAL
USA TRAI S
P.O. BOX 100
MALDE , MA 02148
USA
K UCKLE COUPLER I STALLATIO
This USA Trains locomotive is warranted for one year from the date of
purchase against defects in material or workmanship. We will repair or
replace (at our option) the defective part without charge for parts or
labor within one year of the original date of purchase provided the
warranty registration card has been received by USA Trains. This warranty
does not cover items that have been abused or damaged by careless
handling or improper operation such as a train derailment, modification
or repair by non-factory technicians. Parts that “wear out” due to
excessive use are also not covered under warranty. USA Trains reserves
the right to determine “excessive use”. Transportation costs incurred by
the customer are not covered under this warranty.
This Diesel locomotive is built with pride by USA Trains and is covered by
a limited warranty. (See limited warranty terms). Please follow these
instructions carefully before sending your locomotive for service:
1. Return locomotive in its original blue/red box with the proper foam
inserts and then pack the original box in a proper shipping carton so it is
well protected in shipment. The package must be fully insured and
prepaid. USA Trains is not responsible for damage or loss during shipment.
2. Include a note explaining the problem and servicing you need
performed. Be sure to include your name, street address, (NO P.O. BOXES
PLEASE) City, State, Country (if outside U.S.A) and zip code along with a
daytime phone number including area code. If the locomotive service is
not covered by warranty, a reasonable service fee will be charged. For
any locomotives to be returned outside the continental U.S.A., please
include $15.00 U.S. currency to cover return postage. Any locomotives
returned to customers in the continental U.S.A. will be pre-paid by USA Trains.
3. Ship your item to: USA TRAINS
662 CROSS STREET
MALDEN, MA. 02148
SERVICI G
LIMITED O E YEAR WARRA TY
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Remove Hook & Loop coupler.
Clip tab "A" from end of tongue
and file smooth.
Attach USA knuckle coupler "B"
with #4 screw (C) provided. A
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Dear Customer,
Congratulations on your purchase of this highly
detailed replica of the electro-motive (EMD) GP-30.
The engineering and design staff at USA Trains
has spent many hours reviewing original blueprints
and developing a locomotive that looks authentic
and will provide you with many hours of operating
enjoyment all at a reasonable price. Over 400
parts make up this model - the level of detail found
in brass locomotives costing thousands of dollars for a fraction of the cost.
This locomotive will enhance the appearance of any modelers railroad.
Please read the following instructions which will help you understand and
operate the numerous features of this locomotive.
Happy Railroading
USA TRAI S
General Motor’s Electro-Motive division first introduced the GP30
locomotive in 1961 to compete with General Electric’s U25B. The General
Motors’ EMD group improved the locomotives performance capabilities
over previous models while the GM automotive styling group shaped the
locomotive’s unique exterior. The GP30 is distinguished by the rounded
contour to the top of the hood, the result of fairing in a bulge created from
a taller electrical cabinet and larger area needed for the turbocharger and
central air intake. The fairing extended all the way back into the dynamic
brake blister.
During its 2 year long production life, 948 units were built by 29 different
railroads making it one of the most popular locomotives ever built. Over 40
years later, several railroads still use them today.
The accurate reproduction of this locomotive by USA Trains will allow the
modeler to have their favorite railroad GP30 running among the other
locomotives on his/her railroad.
HISTORY OF THE EMD GP30
FEATURES
• Powerful dual-motored 8 wheel Power Trac drive train
• Operating fan driven smoke stack emits realistic diesel exhaust
• Directional red/green marker lights
• Front & rear directional headlights
• Metal handrails
• Interior cab lighting
• Opening cab doors
• Detail cab interior with engineer and control panel with gauges
• Authentic detailing including diamond plate walkways, grating on
steps, window shades, sliding windows and MU connector
• Expert decoration reproducing authentic paint schemes of your favorite
railroad
• Multiple road numbers available for prototypical multi-unit operation
Please call our parts department for prices and availability or visit our
web site www.usatrains.com • Phone: [phone] • Fax: [phone]
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ITEM No. PART No. DESCRIPTION
22 R22-467 COUPLER LIFT BAR WITH 4 HOLDERS (1)
23 R22-468 LIGHT BULB AND WIRE (
Number Board )
24 R22-469 LIGHT BULB AND WIRE (
Cab )
25 R22-470
LARGE ROOF FAN w/ROTATING FAN BLADE (specify color)
26 R22-471 SMALL ROOF FAN w/ROTATING FAN BLADE (specify color)
27 R22-472 BRASS LIFT RINGS (8)
28 R22-473 SMO E STAC (1)
29 R22-474 NUMBER PLATE - REAR (specify number)
30 R22-475 NUMBER PLATE - FRONT (specify number)
31 R22-134 STIRRUP FOR SIDE FRAME (4) (specify color)
32 R22-135 METAL WHEELS WITH GEARS (2)
33 R22-136 TRACTION WHEELS WITH GEARS (2) (for rubber tires)
34 R22-137 RUBBER TIRES (4)
35 R22-138 M.U. CONNECTOR (2) (specify color)
36 R22-476 SINGLE AIR HOSE (1)
37 R2021 SNOW PLOW
38 R22-000 MOTOR BLOC BOTTOM PLATE
R50001 USA TRAINS SMO E FLUID
R50002 USA TRAINS CONDUCTIVE LUBRICANT

Due to the high level of detail designed into the USA Trains GP30, some
simple assembly is required.
(1) M.U. Connector (2 pieces)
Insert M.U. connector in frame as shown in diagram below.
(both ends)
(2) Fold Down Step (2 pieces)
Insert step into step base assembly and insert into end of frame as
shown in diagram below. (both ends)
(3) Coupler Lift Bar Assembly (2 pieces)
Insert 2 eye bolts onto each side of lift bar and inserted all 4 eyebolts
onto frame as in diagram below. (both ends)
(4) Air Hoses (6 pieces)
Insert right and left air hoses (3) into frame and single air hose to right
of coupler as shown in diagram below. (both ends)
(5) Hand Rails - Sides and Ends (6 pieces)
Insert side and end handrails into frame as shown in diagram below.
(6) Smoke Stack
Insert the plastic stack into smoke stack hole as shown in diagram
below.
(7) Truck Sideframe Stirrups (4 pieces)
Insert one truck side frame stirrup into each truck sideframe as shown
on the diagram below. Proper installation will cover the top two side
frame screws.
OTE: Apply pressure to middle top slotted piece to ensure
stirrup will stay on during operation.
ASSEMBLY
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ITEM No. PART No. DESCRIPTION
1 R22-451 DIESEL HORN
2 R22-452 ROOF VENT (specify color)
3 R22-453 WINDSHIELD WIPERS (5)
4 R22-454 SMO E UNIT WITH FAN
5 R22-455 FRONT LENS COVER (1)
6 R22-456 LIGHT BULB AND WIRE (headlight)
7 R22-457 FRONT/REAR HANDRAILS (2) (specify color)
8 R22-458 COUPLER MOUNTING BLOC & PIVOT (no coupler)
9 R22-114 TRUC SIDEFRAME SPRINGS (8)
10 R22-115 REPLACEMENT MOTOR TRUC (1)
11 R22-116 REPLACEMENT MOTOR ONLY (1)
12 R22-117 TRUC SIDEFRAME (2) (specify color)
13 R22-459 TRUC MOUNTING BLOC (1)
14 R22-460 CYLINDERS (2) (specify color)
15 R22-461 FUEL TAN (specify color)
16 R22-462 FUEL TAN AIR LINES (2) (specify color)
17 R22-463 SIDE HANDRAILS (4) (specify color or undecorated)
18 R22-122 SLIDE SHOES & SPRINGS (4)
19 R22-464 END STEPS (2) (specify color)
20 R22-465 AIR HOSES (1 right, 1 left)
21 R22-466 FOLD DOWN END STEP (2) (specify color)
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CAUTIO ! If the locomotive is going to be run for any period of time without
smoke fluid, please position the smoke switch to the OFF position.
SMOKE GE ERATOR
The locomotive contains a fan driven smoke unit which produces
“diesel exhaust” through the stack on the topside of the cab body. The
smoke generator requires the periodic addition of smoke fluid in order to
operate properly. To add smoke, remove the stack from the top of the
locomotive and add 25-30 drops of USA Trains smoke fluid (USA Trains part
# R50001) into the smoke generator hole. Never overfill the smoke genera-
tor and promptly wipe up any excess smoke fluid that may have spilled
onto any painted surfaces. Place the smoke stack back on top of the loco-
motive and begin operation. Smoke production will begin when the fluid
becomes heated and should last approximately 20 minutes. It may take
longer to generate the smoke if the unit is full. When the smoke chamber
is empty the unit will shutdown automatically until more fluid is added. By
following these directions the smoke generator will provide hours of
enjoyment and enhance the realistic operation of your GP30 locomotive.
CAUTIO ! Even though your locomotive is equipped with an automatic
shut-off when the smoke generator runs out of fluid, we suggest you shut off
the smoke switch on the underside of the locomotive to prevent accidental
burning out of the smoke generator.
POWER REQUIREME TS
The locomotive is designed to operate on direct current (DC) with out-
puts of 0-22 volts.
CO TROL SWITCHES
The locomotive contains four switches to operate the on/off motors,
on/off smoke generator, on/off lights and on/off sound. The control
switches are located on the underside of the locomotive, between the
front motor truck and the fuel tank. (see diagram below)
OPERATIO
LUBRICATIO
Your locomotive was lubricated at the factory and under normal oper-
ating conditions will not need to be lubricated during the first 50 hours of
operation. The locomotive has three lubrication points. (See diagram
below)
1. SIDEFRAME JOUR AL BOX: The axle ends fit into brass bushings which
bring power into the locomotive. These brass bushings should periodically
be cleaned out and lubricated with a small amount of USA Trains
electrically conductive lubricant (USA Trains Part #R50002). Use only our
conductive lubricant to avoid loss of electrical contact which could
cause your locomotive to lose power or run erratically. The frequency of
lubrication depends on your operating conditions.
2. AXLE LUBRICATIO : Two drops of oil should be placed on all four contact
points where the axle enters the gear box. An ultra light oil such as Hob-E-
Lube (#HL653) is recommended.
3. GEAR BOX LUBRICATIO : Under normal operating conditions, the gear
box should not have to be lubricated. However, you may want to
lubricate the gears after each 100 hours of operation by removing the six
screws on the bottom of the gear box to expose the gears and applying
moly grease by Hob-E-Lube to the gears on the axle only. Do not apply
grease to any electrical contacts inside the gear box as you may hinder
the electrical contacts required for smooth operation.
WHEEL/SLIDE SHOES
The GP30 unit is equipped with twelve electrical pickup points-six
per motor truck. Each of these must be cleaned periodically to ensure
proper electrical contact with the track which will ensure smooth
operation of your locomotive. Clean all four wheels and the bottom
surface of the slide shoes periodically to ensure good electrical
contact with the track. A good indication that you need to clean
these contacts is flickering lights, non-operation of the smoke unit, or
a jerking motion of the locomotive.
MAI TAI I G A D SERVICI G YOUR GP30
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GEAR BOX
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MOTOR LIGHTS SMOKE SOUND
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