I have a set of F-3 locomotives purchased from a train fair. I cannot get the locomotive to move forward or backward although the headlight works and audio locomotive sounds are heard. I suspect the locomotive is set for DCS operation. My layout operates conventional. I see no external e-unit or device to adjust on the locomotive. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Skip Penney
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A product number would be helpful.
@T. S. Penney posted:I have a set of F-3 locomotives purchased from a train fair. I cannot get the locomotive to move forward or backward although the headlight works and audio locomotive sounds are heard. I suspect the locomotive is set for DCS operation. My layout operates conventional. I see no external e-unit or device to adjust on the locomotive. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Skip Penney
1) How old is it?
2) Did you read the directions and charge the internal battery?
The F3 back door will pull down to open. Make sure your switches are correct.
3 Rail
F
DCS
Don't pay attention to mine. Its on DCC for a reason. You want DCS.
Ron
Not all have that door, only later Premier PS-2 or 3. This could be a simple lockout switch or a battery depending on the model number. All MTH run conventional. No switch necessary for conventional ops. G
An item number would help. If it's a PS1 or PS2 model the battery was probably never changed and is dead. That'll cause the locomotive to not to move.
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