39812 - Model making Märklin - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Electric locomotive (power unit) for Märklin H0 model railroad
Brand and Model	Märklin 39812 (RABe 501022 SBB)
Scale	H0 (1/87)
Technology	mfx, compatible with DCC and MM (Märklin Motorola)
Power Supply	Via rails using Märklin AC (conventional), Delta or Digital system
Minimum Curve Radius	360 mm
Weight (approx.)	Approx. 1.5 kg
Recommended Track Type	Märklin C or K track; M track possible with restrictions
Main Functions	Directional lighting, interior lighting (F1), sounds (horn, brakes, announcements, doors), raising/lowering pantographs (F6, F8, F20, F21), shunting lights (F7), illuminated route display (F30), cab lighting (F23, F24)
Factory Address	MM 51 / DCC 03
Operating Mode Detection	Automatic: mfx priority, then DCC, then MM
Shoe Switching System	Integrated: motor supplied by the leading power unit
Game Mode	"Train Driver" mode available (supplementary manual)
Maintenance and Cleaning	Uncoupling by lifting and unlocking at the floor. Regular cleaning of wheels and contacts with lint-free cloth. Use interference suppression set ref. 74046 in conventional mode.
Safety	Caution: sharp points and edges. LED class 1 laser (EN 60825-1). Do not manually operate the pantograph. Use only with a suitable operating system (Märklin AC, Delta, Digital or DCC).
Spare Parts and Repairability	Parts listed in the manual (pages 38-43). Available from Märklin dealers or repair service. Manufacturer warranty 24 months (max 60 months since catalog release).
General Information	Full manual downloadable at www.märklin.de. Keep manual and packaging. Dispose at recycling center or store.

Frequently Asked Questions - 39812 Märklin

How to connect the 39812 locomotive to a Märklin digital layout?

The locomotive is compatible with Märklin AC, Delta, Digital and DCC systems. It automatically identifies itself in mfx mode. For digital operation, connect it to your Central Station or Mobile Station. The factory address is MM 51 / DCC 03.

What is the minimum curve radius for this model?

The minimum curve radius is 360 mm. To avoid derailment, respect this value and reduce speed in tight curves.

Why won't my locomotive start?

This model requires a high starting current due to its weight. Do not turn the throttle to 100% immediately. If start is too rapid, the motor control cuts off for safety reasons. Also check the power supply and contacts.

How to adjust sound and light functions?

Functions are accessed via buttons F0 to F31 on Mobile Station or Central Station. Consult the function table in the manual. In analog mode, only directional lighting and driving are available.

Can I use M track with this locomotive?

Märklin C or K track is recommended. M track can be used but with wider tolerances due to wear; problems may occur, especially at switches, at very low or very high speeds.

How to maintain wheels and contacts?

For reliable wheel-rail contact, clean wheels regularly with a lint-free cloth. Do not modify current-conducting parts. Use interference suppression set (ref. 74046) in conventional mode.

What to do if the pantograph is stuck?

Do not manually operate the pantograph. Use functions F6, F8, F20 or F21 to raise or lower it via the controller. If problem persists, contact your Märklin dealer for repair.

Where to find spare parts?

Spare parts are listed in the manual (pages 38-43). Contact your specialized Märklin dealer or the Märklin repair service to order parts.

How to activate 'Train Driver' mode?

The 'Train Driver' game mode is described in the supplementary manual. It allows managing driving scenarios. Some functions (like F25-F29 for signals) are only available when stationary.

Is the locomotive compatible with the Delta system?

Yes, the locomotive is compatible with the Märklin Delta system. In Delta mode, only basic functions are available (driving and directional lighting). For all functions, use a Digital system with mfx.

USER MANUAL 39812 Märklin

Table of Contents	Page
Notes about using this model for the first time 4 / 10
Safety Notes 10
Important Notes 10
Functions	11
Controllable Functions 12
Parameter / Register 31
Service and maintenance 33
Spare Parts 38
Guarantee	43

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Die 3-teilige Einheit mit den Wagen F, G, H ist fest gekuppelt und kann nicht getrennt werden. The 3-part unit with cars F, G, and H is permanently coupled and cannot be separated. Les 3 voitures F, G et H de l'unité sont reliées par un attelage fixe et ne peuvent pas être séparées. De 3-delige eenheid met wagens F, G en H is vast gekoppeld en kan niet worden gescheiden. La unidad de 3 coches está acoplada fija con los coches F, G y H y no se puede desacoplar. L'unità di 3 elementi con le carrozze F, G e H è accoppiata in modo fisso e non può venire sezionata. Tredelad enhet, fast kopplad med vagnarna F, G och H. De kan inte kopplas isär. Den tredelte enhed med vognene F, G og H er fast sammenkoblet og kan ikke skilles ad.

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To uncouple, lift gently, and use the uncoupling tool included with this model to unlock at the car floor.

• This locomotive is to be used only with an operating system designed for it (Märklin AC, Märklin Delta, Märklin Digital or DCC).
• The feeder track must be equipped to prevent interference with radio and television reception, when the locomotive is to be run in conventional operation. The 74046 interference suppression set is to be used for this purpose.
• WARNING! Sharp edges and points required for operation.
• The LEDs in this item correspond to Laser Class 1 according to Standard EN 60825-1.

Important Notes

• The current version of these operating instructions can be found at www.maerklin.de on the page for this product under „Downloads“.
• The operating instructions and the packaging are a component part of the product and must therefore be kept as well as transferred along with the product to others.
• Please see your authorized Märklin dealer for repairs or spare parts.
• Disposing: www.maerklin.com/en/imprint.html
• General Note to Avoid Electromagnetic Interference:

A permanent, flawless wheel-rail contact is required in order to guarantee operation for which a model is designed. Do not make any changes to current-conducting parts.

Notes about using this model for the first time

• This model needs a great deal of current to start up due to its considerable weight. You should therefore be careful when starting the locomotive without acceleration and braking delay (ABV) that the locomotive controller is not immediately turned up 100%. The motor control shuts off for safety reasons when the locomotive is started up too quickly.
• Minimum radius for operation is 360 mm / 14-3/16".
• Sharp curves and turnouts with sharp curves should only be negotiated at moderate speed, however.
• Due to the prototypical execution of this model, very high demands are placed on the precision and execution of the track material used. While the Märklin C or K Track meets these standards, M Track might not always meet them due to greater tolerances caused by years of operation. For that reason you may have operating problems in these situations when running the rail bus at extremely slow speeds or fast speeds through turnouts.
• This model is larger than the customary European loading gauge. It swings out quite a ways, chiefly on curves. Please check before using this model for the first time, to make sure that it can operate on your layout without hitting signals, catenary masts, bridge railings, tunnel portals, etc.
  • Power cannot be supplied from the catenary.
• Fitted pickup shoe switching. The motor therefore always receives its voltage from the front power end car.
• The pantograph may not be moved by hand.

Functions

• Mfx technology for the Mobile Station / Central Station. Name set at the factory: RABe 501022 SBB
• Address set at the factory: MM 51 / DCC 03
  • Automatic system recognition with priority for mfx. (Priority 2: DCC / Priority 3: MM)
• Individual protocols can be deactivated with Parameter CV 50.
• Setting the locomotive parameters (address, acceleration /braking delay, maximum speed): with the Control Unit, Mobile Station, Central Station.
• Headlights, changing over with the direction of travel.
• Various controllable functions.
• The full range of functions is only available under mfx.
  • Mode of Operation: Locomotive Engineer
• Additional explanations about the mode of operation can be found in the supplemental instructions (included).
• Only the train control functions and headlight changeover feature are available in analog operation.

Controllable Functions		6021	MS I1	MS II2	CS I	CS II/III
Headlights / Red marker light F0
Interior lights F1 1
Operating sounds3	F2		2
Sound effect: Long horn blast F3 6
ABV, off F4 4
Sound effect: Squealing brakes off F5 5
Pantograph F raise/lower F6 7
Switching light special symbol4	F7		8
Pantograph H raise/lower F8 3
Sound effect: Train announcement F9
Sound effect: Train announcement F10
Long distance headlights4	F11
Sound effect: Station announcements F12
Sound effect: Conductor whistle F13
Sound effect: Opening doors	F14
Sound effect: Squealing brakes on5	F15
Sound effect: Train announcement, sequence	F16
Sound effect: Short horn blast F17

Controllable Functions		6021	MS I ^1	MS II ^2	CS I	CS II/III
Sound effect: Train announcement	F18
Sound effect: Train announcement	F19
Pantograph B raise/lower (43451)	F20
Pantograph D raise/lower (43452)	F21
Control desk lighting	F22
Engineer's cab lighting 1	F23
Engineer's cab lighting 2	F24
Third headlight off ^4	F25
Switching symbol in Italy ^4	F26
Warning light(s) in Switzerland ^4	F27
Parking position in Switzerland ^4	F28
Park position in Italy ^4	F29
Train destination sign ^6	F30
Sound effect: Doors beeping	F31

^1 The number corresponds to the button number on the device.

^2 Functions starting at F16 are not possible until you have Software Version 3.55 in the MS2.

^3 with random sounds

^4 Only in conjunction with the headlights.

^5 Only for „World of Operation“, do not move (do not map).

^6 Can only be activated when the train is standing still.

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Note: Several parts are offered unpainted or in another color. Parts that are not listed here can only be repaired by the Märklin repair service department.

The firm Gebr. Märklin & Cie. GmbH grants a voluntary manufacturer's guarantee of 24 months for this product from the purchase date (maximum of 60 months from appearance in the catalog) from an authorized Märklin specialty dealer.

This is independent of the legal warranty claims for the purchase of this product according to the conditions at www.maerklin.de/garantie

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