Traxxas MONSTER JAM GRAVE DIGGER Owner's Manual page 12

If the status LED doesn't light
green on the transmitter,
check the polarity of the
batteries. Check rechargeable
batteries for a full charge. If
you see any other flashing
signal from the LED, refer
to the chart on page 15 to
identify the code.
The following Traxxas High-
Current Connector packages
are available from your
hobby dealer. When using
adapters, be careful not to
exceed the current rating of
the Molex connector.
Part #3060 Part #3080
Single Male/Female 2-Pack Female
Part #3061 Part #3070
Male Charge Adapter 2-Pack Male
Part #3062
Female Charge Adapter
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THE TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM
The Traxxas High-Current Connector
Your model is equipped with the patented
Traxxas High-Current Connector. Standard
connectors restrict current flow and are not
capable of delivering the power needed to
maximize the output of your model.
The Traxxas connector's gold-plated terminals with large contact
surfaces ensure positive current flow with the least amount of
resistance. Secure, long-lasting, and easy to grip, the Traxxas
connector is engineered to extract all the power your battery has
to give.
To run this model, your batteries must be equipped with Traxxas
High-Current Connectors. Batteries can either be purchased new
with Traxxas connectors installed or Traxxas connectors can be
purchased to install on battery packs you already own. See sidebar
for packages available from your hobby dealer.
For best performance, it is strongly recommended that you use
only battery packs equipped with the Traxxas High-Current
Connector. However, batteries with a Molex
used in the model in conjunction with the Part #3062 adapter.
Using LiPo Packs in Your Model
The XL-2.5 is compatible with 2S and is equipped with Low-Voltage
Detection circuitry to prevent over-discharging. Make certain Low-
Voltage Detection is activated (see page 16 for details) when using
LiPo packs in your model.
Using an Additional Battery for Increased Run Time
Your model only requires one battery pack, but the chassis can
accept two batteries. Your model can be run with two battery
packs to extend run time. The batteries must be connected in
parallel, which will combine the capacity of the two batteries
(for example, two 7.2-volt 1000mAh packs connected in parallel
will deliver a total capacity of 2000mAh, but total voltage will
remain 7.2 volts). This is easily done with a parallel Y-harness (Part
#3064, sold separately). Be sure to only use the Y-harness with
identical battery packs; do not mix batteries of different chemistries
or capacities. Never connect the two batteries in series—this will
damage the ESC!
When operating your model with two batteries, be careful
to monitor the temperature of the speed control and motor
to prevent overheating. Stop running your model and allow
it to cool if the speed control's thermal overload protection
activates or if the motor temperature exceeds 200°F.
For best off-road handling with two battery packs, consider
installing stiffer springs on your model. Traxxas offers
accessory springs for this purpose; see the parts list included
with your model for part numbers.
RADIO SYSTEM RULES
• Always turn your transmitter on first and off last. This procedure
will help to prevent your model from receiving stray signals
from another transmitter, or other source, and running out of
control. Your model has electronic failsafes to prevent this type of
malfunction, but the first, best defense against a runaway model is
to always turn the transmitter on first and off last.
® connector may be
• Always turn on the transmitter before plugging in the battery.
• Always use new or freshly charged batteries for the radio system.
Weak batteries will limit the radio signal between the receiver and
the transmitter.
control of your model.
• In order for the transmitter and receiver to bind to one another,
the receiver in the model must be turned on within 20 seconds
of turning on the transmitter. The transmitter LED will flash fast
red, indicating a failure to link. If you miss it, simply turn off the
transmitter and start over.
Always turn your
transmitter on first.
Loss of the radio signal can cause you to lose
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Plug in the battery.
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Turn on the model.