Safety Precautions - Traxxas T-Maxx 3.3 4907 Owner's Manual

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new T-Maxx 3.3. Operate
your T-Maxx 3.3 sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, safe, and
fun for you and those around you. Failure to operate your T-Maxx 3.3 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
• T-Maxx 3.3 is very fast! The T-Maxx 3.3 is intended for experienced
users with a high level of skill. The TRX 3.3 Racing Engine is extremely
powerful and may require skilled driving to maintain control.
• The engine, brakes, and exhaust system may become extremely hot
during use. Be careful not to touch the parts, especially when refueling
or stopping the engine.
• Model engine fuel is dangerous and highly poisonous.
all directions and precautions printed on the fuel container. Model
engine fuel is poisonous to humans and animals. Drinking the fuel can
cause blindness and death. Handle with care and respect.
• Model engine fuel, especially when in a fuel dispensing bottle, may
look like a cool drink to a child.
children at all times. Do not place fuel containers on the ground
where children can reach them while you are driving.
Model engine fuel is flammable. Never allow smoking, sparks, heat
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or flame in the presence of fuel or fuel vapors.
• Prolonged exposure to the engine exhaust can be harmful. Avoid
breathing the engine exhaust. Always run your T-Maxx 3.3 outdoors, in
a well-ventilated area. Never run the engine indoors.
• Do not operate your T-Maxx 3.3 at night, or anytime your line of sight
to the model may be obstructed or impaired in any way.
• Never operate your T-Maxx 3.3 in crowds of people or busy pedestrian
areas. T-Maxx 3.3 is very fast and could cause injury to those unaware
of its presence. Keep small children at a safe distance away from the
operating area.
• Because T-Maxx 3.3 is controlled by radio, it is subject to radio
interference from many sources beyond your control. Since radio
interference can cause momentary loss of control, always allow a safety
margin in all directions around your model to prevent collisions.
• The engine can be loud. If the noise makes you uncomfortable, wear
ear protection. Be considerate of your neighbors by not running your
model early in the morning or late in the evening.
• Most importantly, use good common sense at all times.
Children (minors) under 16 years of age and inexperienced
drivers should not operate the T-Maxx 3.3 without the supervision
of a responsible and knowledgeable (experienced) adult.
Traxxas
1100 Klein Road
Plano, Texas 75074
Phone: 972-265-8000
Toll-free 1-888-TRAXXAS
E-mail: support@Traxxas.com
Always follow
Keep all fuel out of the reach of
Traxxas U.K.
P.O. Box 1128
Winterbourne, Bristol BS36-2SH
England
Phone: 44-117-956-1002
Internet: www.Traxxas.com
Batteries and Battery Charging
Your model uses rechargeable batteries that must be handled with
care for safety and long battery life. Make sure to read and follow all
instructions and precautions that were provided with the battery packs
and your charger. It is your responsibility to charge and care for the battery
packs properly. In addition to your battery and charger instructions, here
are some more tips to keep in mind.
• Use the supplied charger to charge the included battery. See "Charging
the EZ-Start Battery" on page 17.
• Never leave batteries to charge unattended.
• Allow the battery pack to cool off before charging.
• Do not use battery packs that have been damaged in any way.
• Do not use battery packs that have damaged wiring, exposed wiring, or
a damaged connector.
• Children should have responsible adult supervision when charging and
handling batteries.
• Only use approved chargers for NiMH battery packs (such as
Part #2921 or the Traxxas TRX Power Charger, Part #3030X). Do not
exceed the maximum charge rate of 1 amp.
• Do not short-circuit the battery pack. This may cause burns and severe
damage to the battery pack
• Do not burn or puncture the batteries. Toxic materials could be
released. If eye or skin contact occurs, flush with water.
• Store the battery pack in a dry location, away from heat sources
and direct sunlight.
• Nickel Metal Hydride batteries must be recycled or disposed
of properly.
Recycling Your Traxxas Power Cell NiMH Battery
Traxxas strongly encourages you to recycle your Power Cell battery
when it has reached the end of its useful life. Do not throw your
battery in the trash. All Power Cell 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.rbrc.org.
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3, Top Fuel, EZ-Start, Ready-To-Race, Ready-To-Win, and ProGraphix are trademarks
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of their respective holders and are used only for purposes of identification. No part
of this manual may be reproduced or distributed in print or electronic media without
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