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The Traxxas EZ-Start
The Traxxas EZ-Start brings the convenience of push-button electric
engine starting to your Jato. The EZ-Start consists of a hand-held control
unit and an on-board motorized starter.
Power for the EZ-Start system comes from a 7.2-volt rechargeable
battery pack installed in the hand-held control unit (battery
not included).
The engine glow plug is heated automatically by the EZ-Start system,
eliminating the need to keep up with a separate glow plug igniter.
The voltage to the glow plug is kept constant, regardless of the load
placed on the starter by the starter motor.
The "Glow Plug" LED (light emitting diode) on the control unit
indicates glow plug continuity.
The "Motor" LED indicates the status of the EZ-Start electric
starter motor.
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The Cush Drive
mechanism in the drive unit prevents damage to the
gears caused by engine kickback.
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Smart Start
protection circuitry prevents damage to the motor by
cutting power if the load on the motor or other electronics exceeds
safe limits.
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Electric Starting System
Installing the EZ-Start Battery
The EZ-Start system requires a fully charged 7.2-volt rechargeable NiCad
or NiMH battery pack (not included). Use a charger (not included)
designed for 7.2-volt battery packs. Charge the battery according to the
charger manufacturer's directions.
1. Press the tab in the end of the battery compartment door to open.
2. Plug a fully charged 7.2-volt battery pack into the connector inside.
3. Twist the battery 2 or 3 times to twirl the battery plug wires. This
4. Install the battery into the compartment and press the wires
5. Snap the battery compartment door back on and lock the end tab.
The TRX 3.3 Racing Engine
helps hold the wire and battery in place when the battery is installed
in the compartment.
securely into place.
Use the Right Charger
The most convenient type
of charger is an AC peak-
detecting charger that
plugs directly into an AC
wall outlet, such as the TRX
Power Charger (part #3030X,
see www.Traxxas.com for
more info). It contains
special peak-detection
circuitry that automatically
shuts the charger off when
the battery is fully charged.
If you're using a 15-minute
timed charger, always fully
discharge the battery pack
before each charge. Some
high mAh battery packs
(1500 mAh or higher)
require more than the
standard 15 minutes of
charge time. If the battery
pack is cold after 15
minutes of charging, add
another 5 minutes of charge
time. Closely monitor the
battery pack and stop
charging it when it begins
to feel warm to the touch.
Never leave a battery
charging unattended.
Always follow charger
manufacturer's instructions.
Inexpensive overnight wall
chargers may also be used.
Jato 3.3 • 25
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