ENGINEER Operating Instructions Caution - Electrically operated product. Please read and follow instructions to insure safe operation and handling.
OVERVIEW The ENGINEER THROTTLE is an integrated circuit design, full feature, momentum throttle. The standard ENGINEER produces 13 volts DC with a maximum current of 5.0 amperes. The GAUGE-1 ENGINEER produces 18 volts DC with a maximum current of 4.0 amperes. In addition to its meter instrumentation and adjustable pulse generation circuitry, the ENGINEER allows the user to vary both the throttle speed response (momentum) and the service brake response.
The LAP position is similar to a cruise mode where the train will maintain the speed at which LAP was selected. SERVICE is an actual braking application. When SERVICE is selected, the output voltage to the track is reduced, which causes the train to slow down to an ultimate stop. The rate at which this slow down occurs is varied by the BRAKE RESPONSE control. The EMERGENCY position provides a rapid stop.
are set too high and should be lowered. (Note: 3 pole motors will always be somewhat jerky in operation as compared to a 5 or 7 pole motor) Also, some mechanisms j ust are not smooth enough to appreciate the full effect of the pulse circuit. 9) Fine adjust the pulses until you are satisfied with the smoothness of operation.
we round a curve there is a yellow signal telling us to slow down to approach speed. Make a SERVICE application with the brake switch to bring the train speed down and then select the LAP position. As we approach the next signal we see a red and must prepare to stop. Make a series of brake applications, returning the brake switch to LAP each time. This will reduce speed to a low level but will maintain continuous forward movement.
operate with the brake switch and other controls, same as if they were on the ENGINEER. Because only the control functions are remoted to the hand control, all power to the train continues to come from the ENGINEER which remains connected to the track. If you unplug the hand unit, control returns to the ENGINEER. If your train is in motion when you unplug, the ENGINEER will continue this motion because the brake switch is in LAP.
