Quick Start: Getting Up To Speed - Traxxas JATO 3.3 Owner's Manual

QUICK START: GETTING UP TO SPEED

The following guide is an overview of the procedures for getting your Jato running, from opening the box to breaking in and tuning your
engine. Refer to the pages indicated for details on each step. Look for the Quick Start logo on the bottom corners of Quick Start pages.
1. Read the safety precautions on page 4
For your own safety, understand where carelessness and misuse could
lead to personal injury or damage to your Jato.
2. Charge the EZ-Start battery pack • See page 21
The EZ-Start requires a fully charged battery pack (included).
3. Install batteries in the model • See page 10
Your Jato requires either 4 AA Alkaline batteries or a fully-charged
5-cell receiver battery (not included).
4. Install the wheelie bar • See page 29
The wheelie bar is required and should be installed prior to running the
model. Follow the directions in the wheelie bar bag or turn to page 34.
5. Install batteries in the transmitter • See page 11
Jato requires 4 AA alkaline batteries for the transmitter (sold
separately).
6. Install the EZ-Start battery • See page 22
Install and connect the charged battery pack in the EZ-Start controller. Learn how to set the fuel mixture needles for optimum
7. Turn on the radio system • See page 11
Make a habit of turning the transmitter on first, and off last.
8. Check servo operation • See page 12
Make sure the throttle and steering servos are working correctly.
9. Range test the radio system • See page 12
Follow this procedure to make sure your radio system works properly at
a distance and that there is no interference from outside sources.
10. Fill the fuel tank • See page 19
Use your fuel-dispensing bottle to fill the tank.
11. Connect the EZ-Start to the model • See page 22
Learn the proper way to use the EZ-Start electric starting system.
12. Start the engine • See page 23
Learn to use the correct starting procedure for your TRX 3.3.
13. Break-in your engine • See page 23
Follow the break-in instructions exactly to ensure
the best-performing, longest-lasting engine.
14. Tune your engine • See page 25
engine performance.
15. Drive your Jato • See page 28
Learn to use the two-speed function on your truck,
along with important driving precautions.
16. Maintaining your Truck • See pages 34-35
Follow these critical steps to maintain the performance
of your Jato and keep it in excellent running condition.
The Quick Start Guide is
not intended to replace the
full operating instructions
available in this manual.
Please read this entire
manual for complete
instructions on the proper
use and maintenance of
your Jato.
Look for the Quick Start
logo at the bottom of
Quick Start pages.
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