Quick Start: Getting Up To Speed - Traxxas Slayer Pro 4WD 5908 Owner's Manual

Quick Start: Getting up to Speed

The following guide is an overview of the procedures for getting your Slayer running, from opening the box to breaking in and tuning your
engine. Refer to the pages indicated for details on each step. Look for the Quick Start logo on the bottom corners of Quick Start pages.
1. Read the safety precautions on page 4
For your own safety, understand where carelessness and misuse could
lead to personal injury.
2. Charge the EZ-Start battery pack • See page 24
The EZ-Start requires a fully charged 7.2-volt battery
pack (sold separately).
3. Install the receiver batteries • See page 11
Slayer requires 4 AA alkaline or rechargeable batteries
for the receiver (sold separately).
4. Install the antenna • See page 12.
Use the antenna nut wrench to install the antenna mast in Slayer.
5. Decal and Install the body • See page 8
You will need to use the body during break in, so it's best to apply any
additional decals before you use the body.
6. Install batteries in the transmitter • See page 11
Slayer requires 8 AA alkaline or rechargeable batteries
for the transmitter (sold separately).
7. Install the EZ-Start battery • See page 24
Install and connect a charged 7.2-volt battery pack in
the EZ-Start controller.
8. Turn on the radio system • See page 14
Make a habit of turning the transmitter on first, and off last.
9. Check servo operation • See page 15
Make sure the throttle, shifting, and steering servos are
working correctly.
10. Range test the radio system • See page 15
Follow this procedure to make sure your radio system works properly at
a distance and that there is no interference from outside sources.
11. Fill the fuel tank • See page 21
Use your fuel-dispensing bottle to fill the tank.
12. Connect the EZ-Start to the model • See page 24
Learn the proper way to use the EZ-Start electric starting system.
13. Start the engine • See page 26
Learn to use the correct starting procedure for your TRX 3.3.
14. Break-in your engine • See page 26
Follow the break-in instructions exactly to ensure the
best-performing, longest-lasting engine.
15. Tune your engine • See page 28
Learn how to set the fuel mixture needles for optimum
engine performance.
16. Drive your Slayer • See page 31
Learn to use the two-speed function on your truck, along
with important driving precautions.
17. Maintaining your Truck • See pages 38-39
Follow these critical steps to maintain the performance of your
Slayer and keep it in excellent running condition.
The Quick Start Guide is
not intended to replace the
full operating instructions
available in this manual.
Please read this entire
manual for complete
instructions on the proper
use and maintenance of
your Slayer.
Look for the Quick Start
logo at the bottom of
Quick Start pages.
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