Installing Transmitter Batteries - Traxxas SLEDGE Owner's Manual

If the status LED doesn't light
green, check the polarity of
the batteries. If you see any
other flashing signal from the
LED, refer to the chart on page
28 to identify the code.
Use the Right Batteries
Your transmitter uses AA
batteries. Use new alkaline
batteries (part #2914). Do
not use rechargeable AA
batteries to power the TQi
transmitter, as they will not
provide sufficient voltage
for optimum transmitter
performance.
Caution: Discontinue running
your model at the first sign of
weak batteries (flashing red
light on the transmitter) to
avoid losing control.
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INSTALLING TRANSMITTER BATTERIES

Your TQi transmitter uses 4 AA batteries. The battery
compartment is located in the base of the transmitter.
1. Remove the battery compartment door by pressing the tab
and sliding the door open.
2. Install the batteries in the correct orientation as indicated in
the battery compartment.
3. Reinstall the battery door and snap it closed.
4. Turn on the transmitter and check the status indicator for a
solid green light.
If the status LED flashes red, the transmitter
batteries may be weak, discharged or
possibly installed incorrectly. Replace with
new batteries. The power indicator light
does not indicate the charge level of the battery pack installed
in the model. Refer to the Troubleshooting section on page 28
for more information on the transmitter Status LED codes.
SELECTING BATTERIES FOR YOUR
MODEL
Your model does not include batteries or a charger. Two
identical 2s/3s Lithium Polymer (LiPo) batteries (or single 4s
battery) equipped with Traxxas High Current connectors are
required. Do not use Nickle Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries.
Traxxas Power Cell iD batteries are strongly recommended for
maximum performance and safer charging.
The following chart lists available Power Cell iD LiPo batteries for your
model:
LiPo Batteries with iD
Two required:
2869X 7600mAh 7.4v 2-Cell (2s) 25C LiPo Battery
2872X 5000mAh 11.1v 3-Cell (3s) 25C LiPo Battery
One required:
2890X 6700mAh 14.8v 4-Cell (4s) 25C LiPo Battery
WARNING: FIRE HAZARD!
Users of Lithium Polymer (LiPo) batteries must read the
Warnings and Precautions beginning on page 4. You
MUST use a LiPo charger for LiPo batteries or battery damage
with the potential for fire will result.
DO NOT use Nickel Metal Hydride
(NiMH) batteries with this model.
The batteries will become extremely
hot and damage or injury could
occur.
SELECTING A CHARGER FOR YOUR MODEL
Make certain you choose the correct type of charger for the batteries you
select. Traxxas recommends you choose a genuine Traxxas EZ-Peak iD
charger for safer charging and maximum battery life and performance.
NiMH
Charger Part No. Compatible
EZ-Peak Plus,
2970 YES
4 amps
EZ-Peak Live,
2971 YES
12 amps
EZ-Peak Dual,
2972 YES
8 amps
EZ-Peak Live
2973 YES
Dual, 26+ amps
EZ-Peak Plus 4s,
2981 YES
8 amps
LiPo Battery Max.
Compatible iD Cells
YES YES 3s
YES YES 4s
YES YES 3s
YES YES 4s
YES YES 4s