Traxxas Summit 5607 Owner's Manual page 12

Using the Right Charger
The most convenient type
of charger for charging
the included battery packs
is an AC peak-detecting
charger that plugs directly
into an AC wall outlet, such
as the TRX EZ-Peak ™ (Part
#2930). It contains special
peak-detection circuitry
that automatically shuts the
charger off when the battery
is fully charged.
For faster charging, the
included battery may be
charged at 4 amps. The TRX
EZ-Peak is a 4 amp charger
and will charge the included
battery in about 45 minutes!
Caution: Never use a
15-minute timed charger
to recharge your model's
battery packs. Overcharging
may result, causing damage
to the battery packs.
When rechargeable batteries
begin to lose their charge,
they will fade much faster
than alkaline dry cells. Stop
immediately at the first sign
of weak batteries. Never turn
the transmitter off when the
battery pack is plugged
in. The model could run out
of control.
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TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM
5. Close the battery door, making sure not to pinch the battery wires.
Be sure both release tabs are fully engaged with the door. Do not
connect the battery packs to the EVX-2 at this time. Note: always
unplug the batteries and remove from the model after use.
6-cell battery packs:
Swap the battery
retainer tabs from the
left and right battery
compartments. This
will provide additional
6-cell Battery Orientation
adjustment needed to
keep the 6-cell battery packs snug against the foam rubber cushions.
Adjusting Battery Position
The best handling and performance is achieved when the batteries
are positioned to the front of the battery compartment (against the
foam rubber cushion). However, you can reposition the batteries to
change the weight distribution and handling if desired. The Summit
includes an extra set
of battery retainer tabs
that can be used in the
front of the battery
compartment to move
the batteries toward the
rear of the truck.
Alternate Rear Position
6-cell Battery Orientation
When using the battery
retainer tabs in the front of the battery compartment, use two
3x10 countersunk cap screws to retain each battery retainer tab.
Do not use the battery retainer tabs in the front of the battery
compartments when using LiPo batteries that are not in a hard
plastic case (The EVX-2 is not compatible with LiPo batteries, see
information below about using LiPo batteries).
Using LiPo Battery Packs in your Summit
Warning: The EVX-2 electronic speed control is not directly
compatible with LiPo batteries. The EVX-2 electronic speed control
is not equipped with low-voltage detection.
EVX-2 power system requires an external low voltage detector for
each battery pack (sold separately, consult your hobby dealer). If
you are using an aftermarket electronic speed control, consult the
manufacturer's instructions for information about LiPo compatibility.
The battery compartments can be reconfigured to accept many sizes
of LiPo batteries. If you are using batteries that are very thick, the
spring clip may need to be removed from the battery compartment.
Spring Clip Removal
1. Pull down on the inside
of the clip.
2. Push the clip in toward
the center of the model
to release.
Spring Clip Installation
1. Insert the two tabs on
the spring clip into the
rectangular tab slots in
the chassis.
2. Rotate the spring
clip upward.
3. Snap the tabs into place.
Retainer Tabs
Many LiPo batteries do not use a hard plastic case. If using LiPo
batteries that do not have a hard case, always be sure to use the
foam rubber cushion in the front of the battery compartment.
Do not use the battery retainer tabs in the front of the battery
compartments when using LiPo batteries that are not in a hard
plastic case. A hard front impact or crash when driving can damage
the LiPo batteries.
THE TRAXXAS HIGH CURRENT CONNECTOR
Your model is equipped with the Traxxas
High-Current Connector. Standard connectors
restrict current flow and are not capable of
delivering the power needed to maximize the
output of the EVX-2. The Traxxas connector's
gold-plated terminals with a 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.
For LiPo use, the