Safety Precautions - Traxxas SLEDGE Owner's Manual

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All instructions and
precautions outlined in this
manual should be strictly
followed to ensure safe
operation of your model.
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This model is not intended
for use by children under
14 years of age without the
supervision of a responsible
and knowledgeable adult.
Previous experience with
radio controlled models is
mandatory. Models require
detailed setup and/or
maintenance procedures with
required support equipment.
These models are capable
of high speeds, requiring
experienced driving control.
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4 • SLEDGE

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model.
Operate your model sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting,
safe, and fun for you and those around you. Failure to operate your
model in a safe and responsible manner may result in property
damage and serious injury. The precautions outlined in this manual
should be strictly followed to help ensure safe operation. You alone
must see that the instructions are followed and the precautions are
adhered to.
Important Points to Remember
• Your model is not intended for use on public roads or congested
areas where its operation can conflict with or disrupt pedestrian or
vehicular traffic.
• Never, under any circumstances, operate the model in crowds of
people. Your model could cause injury if allowed to collide with
anyone.
• Because your model is controlled by radio, it is subject to radio
interference from many sources that are beyond your control.
Since radio interference can cause momentary losses of radio
control, always allow a safety margin in all directions around the
model in order to prevent collisions.
• The motor, battery, and speed control can become hot during use.
Be careful to avoid getting burned.
• Don't operate your model at night, or anytime your line of sight to
the model may be obstructed or impaired in any way.
• Most importantly, use good common sense at all times.
Speed Control
Your model's electronic speed control (ESC) is an extremely
powerful electronic device capable of delivering high current.
Please closely follow these precautions to prevent damage to the
speed control or other components.
• Disconnect the Battery: Always disconnect the battery from the
speed control when not in use.
• Insulate the Wires: Always insulate exposed wiring with heat
shrink tubing to prevent short circuits.
• Transmitter on First: Switch on your transmitter first before
switching on the speed control to prevent runaways and erratic
performance.
• Don't Get Burned: The ESC and motor can become extremely hot
during use, so be careful not to touch them until they cool. Supply
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adequate airflow for cooling.
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• Use the Factory-Installed Connectors: Do not change the battery
and motor connectors. Improper wiring can cause fire or damage
to the ESC. Please note that modified speed controls can be
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subject to a rewiring fee when returned for service.
• No Reverse Voltage: The ESC is not protected against reverse
polarity voltage.
No previous experience with radio controlled models is required.
• No Schottky Diodes: External Schottky diodes are not compatible
Models require a minimum of setup, maintenance, or support equipment.
with reversing speed controls. Using a Schottky diode with your
Traxxas speed control will damage the ESC and void the 30-day
Previous experience with radio controlled models is recommended. warranty.
Models require a higher level of setup, maintenance, or support equipment.
• Always adhere to the minimum and maximum limitations of the
speed control as stated in the specifications table in the Owner's
Previous experience with radio controlled models is mandatory. These
Manual. If your ESC operates on two batteries, do not mix battery
models are capable of high speeds, requiring experienced driving control.
types and capacities. Use the same voltage and capacity for both
Models require detailed setup, and/or maintenance procedures with required
batteries. Using mismatched battery packs could damage the
support equipment.
batteries and electronic speed control.
Previous experience with radio controlled models is mandatory.
These models are capable of very high speeds and require an even higher
level of skilled driving control. Models require detailed setup, and/or mainte-
nance procedures with required support equipment.
For Expert Drivers Only. This product is capable of extreme speed
and acceleration! It carries our highest skill level rating and is intended
for expert drivers only. Experience with nitro-powered radio controlled
models is required!
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