Traxxas 72074 Owner's Manual
Traxxas 72074 Owner's Manual

Traxxas 72074 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 MODEL 72074 owner s manual ’...
  • Page 2 Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Information The radiated output power of the Traxxas LP Device is below the Industry Canada (IC) radio frequency exposure limits. The antenna for this transmitter must not be co-located with any other transmitters except in accordance with FCC and Industry Canada multi-transmitter procedures. Co-location means having a separation distance of less than 20 cm between transmitting antennas.
  • Page 3: Before You Proceed

    Traxxas service needs. Maintenance and replacement are trademarks or registered identified by the icons below. Be sure to read them! parts may be purchased directly from Traxxas by phone or online trademarks of Traxxas. Other at BuyTraxxas.com. You can save time, along with shipping...
  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS evel = Myriad Semi Bold All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model. Operate your model Your model is able to use LiPo batteries with nominal voltage not to exceed 11.1 sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, safe, and fun for you and those volts (3S packs).
  • Page 5: Tools, Supplies, And Required Equipment

    2.0mm “T” wrench 2.5mm “L” wrench 4-way wrench NiMH battery charger* include in any R/C toolbox: • Safety glasses • Traxxas Ultra Premium Tire Required Equipment Glue, Part #6468 (CA glue) • Hobby knife • Side cutters and/or needle nose pliers 4 AA alkaline •...
  • Page 6 Rear Body Mount Front Body Mount Front Bumper Rear Suspension Front Suspension Arm Transmission Push Rod Motor Shock Steering Servo Rocker Electronic Speed Control Chassis Spring Pre-load Traxxas High- Current Connector Battery Compartment Door Adjuster 6 • 1/16 SUMMIT VXL...
  • Page 7: Quick Start: Getting Up To Speed

    QUICK START: GETTING UP TO SPEED The following guide is an overview of the procedures for getting your model running. Look for the Quick Start logo on the bottom corners of Quick Start pages. The Quick Start Guide is not intended to replace the 1.
  • Page 8 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM INTRODUCTION Current - Current is a measure of power flow through the Your model includes the TQ 2.4GHz transmitter. When powered electronics, usually measured in amps. If you look at wire like a...
  • Page 9 When flow is constricted, energy is converted to heat and is IMPORTANT RADIO SYSTEM PRECAUTIONS lost. Traxxas power systems are optimized to reduce electrical • For maximum range, always point the front of the transmitter resistance and the resulting power-robbing heat.
  • Page 10 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM MODEL WIRING DIAGRAM Your model is equipped with the Traxxas TQ 2.4GHz transmitter. VXL-3m Wiring Diagram The transmitter has two channels: Channel one operates the steering, and channel two operates the throttle. The receiver Channel 1 inside the model has three output channels.
  • Page 11: Installing Transmitter Batteries

    TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM INSTALLING TRANSMITTER BATTERIES INSTALLING THE RECEIVER ANTENNA Your TQ 2.4GHz transmitter uses 4 AA batteries. The battery The receiver antenna and antenna tube To prevent loss of radio range, Antenna compartment is located in the base of the transmitter.
  • Page 12 15 to identify the code. resistance. Secure, long-lasting, and easy to grip, the Traxxas 3. Plug both batteries into the Y-harness (sold separately). The connector is engineered to extract all the power your battery has harness connects the two packs in series.
  • Page 13: Radio System Basic Adjustments

    TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS RADIO SYSTEM BASIC ADJUSTMENTS Steering Trim Make certain the model’s The steering trim knob located on the face of the receiver antenna is properly transmitter adjusts the neutral (center) point of the steering installed before operating channel.
  • Page 14: Using The Radio System

    TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM 7. Gently operate the throttle trigger to ensure that you have USING THE RADIO SYSTEM forward and reverse operation, and that the motor stops when The TQ 2.4GHz Radio System has been adjusted at the factory for Using Reverse: While driving, the throttle trigger is at neutral.
  • Page 15 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM Higher Speeds Require Greater Distance TRANSMITTER LED CODES The faster you drive your model, the more quickly it will near the LED Color / Pattern Name Notes Fail-Safe limit of radio range. At top speeds, models can cover anywhere...
  • Page 16: Adjusting The Electronic Speed Control

    If a battery with too high voltage is temperature. Traxxas encourages you to stop driving as soon as the used, the VXL-3m will go into a fail-safe thermal overload protection is activated.
  • Page 17 ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL 3. When the light blinks red three times, release the EZ-Set button. ESC Profile Description Profile #1 (Sport Mode): 100% Forward, 100% Brakes, 100% Reverse 4. The light will then turn red and the model is ready to drive. Patent-Pending Training Profile #2 (Race Mode): 100% Forward, 100% Brakes, No Reverse Mode (Profile #3) reduces...
  • Page 18: Driving Your Model

    DRIVING YOUR MODEL Now it’s time to have some fun! This section contains instructions on Another major factor that affects run time is how the model is driven. driving and making adjustments to your model. Before you go on, here Run times may decrease when the model is driven repetitively from a are some important precautions to keep in mind.
  • Page 19 The motor will be cooled by water contact and will not wet conditions. give an accurate indication of appropriate gearing. • The Traxxas TQ 2.4GHz transmitter is not water resistant. Do not After Running Your Vehicle in Wet Conditions subject it to wet conditions such as rain.
  • Page 20 Use the molded-in wire guides to align the servo and speed control leads and antenna wire (B). 3. Apply a small bead of silicone grease (Traxxas part #1647) to the wire clamp (C). 4. Install the wire clamp and tighten the two 2.5x8mm screws securely (D).
  • Page 21: Tuning Adjustments

    TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Your model is factory-tuned for optimum performance in a Shock Oil wide variety of off-road conditions. To tailor the performance The 4 oil-filled shocks (dampers) effectively control the suspension Important: The shocks are and handling of your model to suit your driving style and terrain, movement by preventing the wheels and tires from continuing assembled at the factory with the model has a number of adjustable features.
  • Page 22 TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Static Camber Adjustment TRANSMISSION TUNING The wheels can be set to have either Adjusting the Slipper Clutch A camber gauge (available positive or negative camber (see Your model is equipped with an at your local hobby shop) illustration below). The camber angle can be a useful tool for adjustable Torque Control slipper changes as the wheel moves up and...
  • Page 23 25.20 replace oil. Only use silicone oil in the differentials. Traxxas sells a the ESC. Next, remove the single large hex variety of oil viscosities (see your parts list). Note: Heavier oil will 23.10...
  • Page 24: Wheels And Tires

    If you wish to install tires with a diameter greater than 4 inches or 100mm, Traxxas suggests you configure the transmission for ‘underdrive’ gearing. Details on making this simple modification are available at Traxxas.com.
  • Page 25: Maintaining Your Model

    Your model requires timely maintenance in order to stay in top overtightening. If the bottom of the shock is leaking, then it running condition. The following procedures should be taken is time for a rebuild. The Traxxas rebuild kit for two shocks is Always wear eye protection very seriously.
  • Page 26 MODEL 72074 owner s manual ’ 1100 Klein Road, Plano Texas 75074 1-888-TRAXXAS 101108 72074OM-N-EN-R00...

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