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Traxxas SLASH VXL 58076-4 Owner's Manual

Traxxas SLASH VXL 58076-4 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 MODEL 58076-4 owner s manual ’...
  • Page 2 MAINTAINING YOUR MODEL Thank you again for going with Traxxas. We work hard every day to assure you receive the highest level of customer satisfaction ADVANCED possible. We truly want you to enjoy your new model!

  • Page 3: Before You Proceed

    Ready-To-Race, Ready-To-Win, Slash, Slash VXL, Velineon and identified by the icons below. Be sure to read them! parts may be purchased directly from Traxxas by phone or online ProGraphix are trademarks or at Traxxas.com. You can save time, along with shipping registered trademarks of Traxxas.

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model. • Transmitter on First: Switch on your transmitter first before Operate your model sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, switching on the speed control to prevent runaways and erratic All instructions and safe, and fun for you and those around you.
  • Page 5 LiPos. on the risks associated with LiPo battery use. Traxxas does not • Store and transport your battery pack(s) in a cool dry place.
  • Page 6 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (continued from previous page) • REMOVE flammable items and combustible materials from the • Allow the battery pack to cool off between runs (before charging). charging area. • ALWAYS unplug the charger and disconnect the battery when not •...

  • Page 7: Anatomy Of The Slash Vxl

    ANATOMY OF THE SLASH VXL Turnbuckle Battery Compartment Traxxas High- Suspension Arm (Rear) (Toe Link) Current Connector Steering Servo Rear Shock Tower Turnbuckle Electronic Speed Slipper Clutch (Front Camber Link) Control (VXL-3s) Nerf Bar Spur Gear Shock (Oil Damper) Pinion Gear...

  • Page 8: Tools, Supplies, And Required Equipment

    R/C toolbox: • Safety glasses • Traxxas Ultra Premium Tire Glue, part #6468 (CA glue) • Hobby knife • Side cutters and/or needle nose pliers Antenna nut...

  • Page 9: Quick Start: Getting Up To Speed

    QUICK START: GETTING UP TO SPEED The following guide is an overview of the procedures for getting your model running. Look for the Quick Start logo on the bottom corners of Quick Start pages. The Quick Start Guide is not intended to replace the 1.
  • Page 10 RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM INTRODUCTION synch with each other. The VXL-3s electronic speed control is optimized to virtually eliminate cogging. Your model includes the latest Traxxas TQi 2.4GHz transmitter with Applying the Decals ™ Traxxas Link Model Memory. The transmitter’s easy-to-use design...
  • Page 11 TRAXXAS TQ RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM NiMH - Abbreviation for nickel-metal hydride. Rechargeable NiMH Thermal Shutdown Protection - Temperature sensing electronics batteries offer high current handling and much greater resistance used in the VXL-3s electronic speed control detect overloading To prevent loss of radio range to the “memory”...
  • Page 12 Steering CH1 - Channel 1* † Trim *Not used Accessory sensor ports for use with standard voltage/temperature and RPM telemetry sensors (see Traxxas.com and included materials for more information) VXL-3s ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL Multi-Function Knob Traxxas High-Current Sensor Expansion Connector (Male)
  • Page 13 Replace Precautions for full details). Traxxas recommends you choose a genuine with new batteries. The power indicator Traxxas EZ-Peak iD charger for easy charging and maximum battery life light does not indicate the charge level and performance.
  • Page 14 Secure resistance. Secure, long-lasting, and easy to grip, the Traxxas connector packs and optimize the the battery hold-down with is engineered to extract all the power your battery has to give.
  • Page 15 (center) point of the steering channel. turn the transmitter off when • Always use new or freshly charged batteries for the radio Note: Traxxas Stability Management (TSM) must be completely the battery pack is plugged system. Weak batteries will limit the radio signal between the turned off while adjusting steering trim.
  • Page 16 TRAXXAS TQ RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM USING THE RADIO SYSTEM Range-Testing the Radio System The TQi Radio System has been pre-adjusted at the factory. The Before each running session with your model, you should range-test Using Reverse: While driving, adjustment should be checked before running the model in case of your radio system to ensure that it operates properly.
  • Page 17 When reinstalling the antenna, first slide was engineered into your Traxxas cut the metal tip, and do not the antenna wire into the bottom of the model by helping you to maintain...

  • Page 18: Adjusting The Electronic Speed Control

    3. Press and release the EZ-Set button to turn the VXL-3s on. If the LED is solid (depending on low-voltage detection setting) Traxxas High-Current red, then the Low-Voltage Detection is DISABLED (not safe to use LiPo indicating the VXL-3s is on and at neutral (D).
  • Page 19 ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL VXL-3s Profile Selection 4. The LED will blink and then turn solid green (Low-Voltage Detection ACTIVE) The speed control is factory set to Profile #1 (100% forward, brakes, and reverse). or red (Low-Voltage Detection DISABLED). The model is ready to drive. Patented Training Mode To disable reverse (Profile #2) or to allow 50% forward and 50% reverse (Profile Note: If you missed the mode you wanted, keep the EZ-Set button pressed...

  • Page 20: Driving Your Model

    RUNNING IN WET CONDITIONS loosen hardware over time. Frequently check wheel nuts and Your new Traxxas model is designed with water-resistant features other screws on your vehicle to ensure that all hardware remains to protect the electronics in the model (receiver, servos, electronic properly tightened.
  • Page 21 Do not use LiPo batteries in wet conditions. After Running Your Vehicle in Wet Conditions • The Traxxas TQi transmitter is not water resistant. Do not subject it 1. Drain the tires by spinning the tires at high speed to “sling” the to wet conditions such as rain.
  • Page 22 DRIVING YOUR MODEL 9. Additional Maintenance: Increase your frequency of disassembly, Receiver Installation 1. Always install the wires into the receiver inspection, and lubrication of the following items. This is necessary after extended wet use or if the vehicle will not be box before installing the receiver.

  • Page 23: Adjusting Your Model

    ° ° ° ° -1.5 -1.5 ADJUSTING YOUR MODEL Once you become familiar with driving your model, you might to prolong seal life. The model’s ride height need to make adjustments for better driving performance. can be adjusted by adding or removing the All of the toe links are installed clip-on, spring preload spacers.
  • Page 24 ADJUSTING YOUR MODEL Motor and Gearing Gearing Compatibility Chart Spur Gear One of the more significant advantages to your model’s The chart to the left shows a full To achieve a good starting transmission is the extremely wide range of available gear range of gear combinations.
  • Page 25 ADJUSTING YOUR MODEL Adjusting Gear Mesh Centering Your Servo If you have removed the servo horn from your model’s steering servo, Incorrect gear mesh is the most common cause of Velineon 3500 Specs or the servo has been removed for service or cleaning, the servo must stripped spur gears.
  • Page 26 (part #3340). The optional heat sink cooling fan can assist in cooling the VXL- 3s in high current motor applications. If you have questions or need technical assistance, call Traxxas at 1-888-TRAXXAS (1-888-872-9927) (U.S. residents only) 26 • SLASH VXL...

  • Page 27: Maintaining Your Model

    If the bottom of the shock is leaking, then it 7. Check the operation of the radio system, especially the is time for a rebuild. The Traxxas rebuild kit for two shocks is condition of the batteries. part #2362.

  • Page 28: Tq I Advanced Tuning Guide

    (set to The Multi-Function knob can be set to control Throttle Sensitivity. Starting Over: Traxxas Stability Management (TSM) by default, see page 17). Accessing Throttle Sensitivity works the same way as Steering Sensitivity, but Restoring Factory Defaults the programming menu is done by using the menu and set buttons on applies the effect to the throttle channel.
  • Page 29 This is especially handy if you operate multiple equipped with a built-in failsafe vehicles with a single transmitter via Traxxas Link ™ Model Memory. This allows you to fine-tune the servo settings to prevent binding function that returns the throttle...
  • Page 30 Model Lock 7. Press SET. The LED will blink rapidly green. The memory is now The Traxxas Link Model Memory feature can store up to thirty models locked. Press and hold MENU to return to driving mode. (receivers) in its memory. If you bind a thirty-first receiver, Traxxas Link Note: To unlock a memory, press SET twice at step 5.
  • Page 31 Transmitter is restored to default Press Delete Model C onfirm Deletion SLASH VXL • 31 *Torque Control is a feature designed only for use with the power system in the Traxxas Funny Car Race Replica (Model #6907). One Blink Red Two Blinks Green...
  • Page 32 ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE Set Multi-Function MENU TREE FORMULAS knob for STEERING Press/hold MENU Press SET Press SET to confirm Press/hold MENU SENSITIVITY (Expo) To select functions and make adjustments to the TQi transmitter without green LED blinks red LED blinks green LED blinks (x8) returns to driving mode referencing the Menu Tree, turn your transmitter on, find the function in the...
  • Page 33 For more information about on the screen. Traxxas Link the Traxxas Link Wireless The powerful Traxxas Link app (available in the Apple App Store℠ or on Real-Time Telemetry Module and the Traxxas Link application, visit Google Play™) gives you complete control over the operation and tuning When you equip your model Traxxas.com.
  • Page 34 ’ 6250 TRAXXAS WAY, McKINNEY, TEXAS 75070 1-888-TRAXXAS 170303 58076-4-OM-EN-R00...

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