Speed Control - Traxxas Summit 5607 Owner's Manual

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All instructions and
precautions outlined in this
manual should be strictly
followed to ensure safe
operation of your model.
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This model is not intended
for use by children under
14 years of age without the
supervision of a responsible
and knowledgeable adult.
Previous experience with
radio controlled models
is recommended. Models
require a higher level of
setup, maintenance, or
support equipment.
For Expert Drivers
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safety precautions
All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model. Operate
your model sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, safe, and fun
for you and those around you. Failure to operate your model 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
• Your model is not intended for use on public roads or congested areas where
its operation can conflict with or disrupt pedestrian or vehicular traffic.
• Never, under any circumstances, operate the model in crowds of people. Your
model is very fast and could cause injury if allowed to collide with anyone.
• Because your model is controlled by radio, it is subject to radio interference
from many sources that are beyond your control. Since radio interference
can cause momentary losses of radio control, always allow a safety margin in
all directions around the model in order to prevent collisions.
• The motors, batteries, and speed control can become hot during use.
Be careful to avoid getting burned.
• Don't operate your model at night, or anytime your line of sight to the
model may be obstructed or impaired in any way.
• Most importantly, use good common sense at all times.
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 your battery packs and your
charger. It is your responsibility to
charge and care for your battery
packs properly. In addition to your
battery and charger instructions,
here are some more tips to keep
Do not mix battery
in mind.
capacities. Use two
batteries with the
• Never leave batteries
same capacity.
to charge unattended.
• Remove the batteries from the model while charging.
• Always unplug the batteries from the electronic speed control when the
model is not in use and when it is being stored or transported.
• Allow the battery packs to cool off between runs (before charging).
• Children should have responsible adult supervision when charging and
handling batteries.
• 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.
• Only use approved chargers for NiMH battery packs (such as the Traxxas
EZ-Peak ™ Charger, Part #2930). Do not exceed the maximum charge rate
of 4 amps.
• 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.
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.call2recycle.org. BELOW TEXT HAS BEEN UPDATED on 3-14-07

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• Disconnect the Batteries: Always disconnect the batteries from the speed
control when not in use.
• Transmitter on First: Switch on your transmitter first before switching on
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the speed control to prevent runaways and erratic performance.
• Don't Get Burned: The heat sink can get extremely hot, so be careful not
to touch it until it is cool. Supply adequate airflow for cooling.
No previous experience with radio controlled models is required.
• 6 to 14-cells Only: Always adhere to the minimum and maximum
Models require a minimum of setup, maintenance, or support equipment.
limitations of the EVX-2 as stated in the specifications table. Do not mix
battery types and capacities. Use the same voltage and capacity for both
batteries. Using mismatched battery packs could damage the batteries
Previous experience with radio controlled models is recommended.
and electronic speed control.
Models require a higher level of setup, maintenance, or support equipment.
• Use Stock Connectors: If you decide to change the battery or motor
connectors, only change one battery or motor connector at a time. This
will prevent damage from accidentally mis-wiring the speed control. Previous experience with radio controlled models is mandatory. These
Please note that modified speed controls can be subject to a rewiring fee
models are capable of high speeds, requiring experienced driving control.
when returned for service. Removing the battery connector on the speed
Models require detailed setup, and/or maintenance procedures with required
control or using connectors with no reverse-polarity protection on the
support equipment.
speed control will void the product's warranty.
Previous experience with radio controlled models is mandatory.
• Insulate the Wires: Always insulate exposed or damaged wiring with heat
These models are capable of very high speeds and require an even higher
Do not use a 6-cell
shrink tubing to prevent short circuits
7.2V battery in
level of skilled driving control. Models require detailed setup, and/or mainte-
• Always Use Heat Sinks: Three heat sinks are factory-installed on the speed
combination with
nance procedures with required support equipment.
control and must be used for maximum cooling and performance.
a 7-cell battery
8.4V pack.
• No Reverse Voltage: The speed control is not protected against reverse
For Expert Drivers Only. This product is capable of extreme speed
polarity voltage. When changing the battery and/or motor, be sure to
and acceleration! It carries our highest skill level rating and is intended
install the same type of connectors to avoid reverse polarity damage to
for expert drivers only. Experience with nitro-powered radio controlled
the speed control. Removing the battery connectors on the speed control
models is required!
or using the same-gender connectors on the speed control will void the
product's warranty.
• Do Not Let the Transistor Tabs Touch: Never allow the three separate
transistor banks to touch each other or any exposed metal. This will create
a short circuit and damage the speed control. (For example, laying a metal
tool across the heat sinks can damage the speed control.)
• No Schottky Diodes: External Schottky diodes are not compatible with
reversing speed controls. Using a Schottky diode with the EVX-2 will
damage the ESC and void the 30-day warranty.
Do not throw your battery in the trash.
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