Safety Precautions - Traxxas E Revo VXL 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.
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 recommended. Models
require a higher level of
setup, maintenance, or
support equipment.
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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 is very fast and 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 speed control 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.
• 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 heat sink can get extremely hot, so be careful
not to touch it until it is cool. Supply adequate airflow for cooling.
• Use Stock Connectors: If you decide to change the battery
or motor connectors, only change one battery or motor connector
at a time. This will prevent damage from accidentally mis-wiring
the speed control. Please note that modified speed controls can be
subject to a rewiring fee when returned for service. Removing the
battery connector on the speed control or using connectors with
no reverse-polarity protection on the speed control will void the
product's warranty.
• Insulate the Wires: Always insulate exposed or damaged wiring
with heat shrink tubing to prevent short circuits.
• No Reverse Voltage: The speed control is not protected against
reverse polarity voltage. When changing the battery and/or
motor, be sure to install the same type of connectors to avoid
reverse polarity damage to the speed control. Removing the
battery connectors on the speed control or using the same-gender
connectors on the speed control will void the product's warranty.
• No Schottky Diodes: External Schottky diodes are not compatible
with reversing speed controls. Using a Schottky diode will damage
the electronic speed control and void the 30-day warranty.
Recycling Your Traxxas Power Cell NiMH Battery
Traxxas strongly encourages you to recycle your Power Cell NiMH
battery when it has reached the end of its useful life.
battery in the trash. All Power Cell NiMH battery packs display the RBRC
(Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation) icon, indicating they are
recyclable. To find a recycling center near you, ask your local hobby dealer
or visit www.call2recycle.org.
Do not throw your