Team Losi Mini-Desert Truck Operation Manual

Team Losi Mini-Desert Truck Operation Manual

1/18 scale electric ready-to-run desert truck

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Operation Manual
Thank you for choosing the Mini-DT from Losi
®
. This
guide contains the basic instructions for operating
your new Mini-DT. While the Mini-DT is great for first-
time RC drivers, it does require some mechanical
experience and/or parental supervision for drivers
under 12. It is critical that you read all of the
instructions in order to operate your model correctly
and avoid unnecessary damage. Please take a
moment to look over all the printed materials before
operating your new Mini-DT.

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  • Page 1 Operation Manual Thank you for choosing the Mini-DT from Losi ® . This guide contains the basic instructions for operating your new Mini-DT. While the Mini-DT is great for first- time RC drivers, it does require some mechanical experience and/or parental supervision for drivers under 12.
  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions This is a sophisticated radio controlled model that must be operated with caution and common sense. Failure to operate your Mini-DT in a safe and responsible manner could result in damage to the model and property. The Mini-DT is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. Losi and Horizon Hobby shall not be liable for any loss or damages, whether direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential, arising from the use, misuse, or abuse of this product or any product required to operate it.
  • Page 3 The Transmitter 1. Steering Wheel: Controls direction (left/right) of the model. 2. Throttle Trigger: Controls speed and direction (forward/ reverse) of the model. 3. Antenna: Transmits signal to the model. 4. On/Off Switch: Turns the power on/off for the transmitter. 5.
  • Page 4: Resetting The Esc

    Resetting the ESC The ESC comes preset and ready for use. If for some reason you should need to reset the ESC, use the following instructions: 1. Turn on the transmitter and ESC. Press the setup button – the RED and GREEN LEDs will come on.
  • Page 5: Chassis Tuning

    control to the left of the steering wheel. This advanced feature, usually found only on competition-type radios, allows you to adjust the amount the front tires move when you turn the steering wheel. This is really helpful when you are on slick, as well as high-traction, surfaces.
  • Page 6: Changing The Spur Gear

    Service/Repair Radio/Speed Control & Motor If you have any problems other than those covered in the troubleshooting section, please call the electronics service department at (877) 504-0233. They will be able to give your specific problem additional attention and instruct you as to what needs to be done.
  • Page 7 Changing the Pinion Gear/Gear Ratio Before you change the pinion gear ask yourself why you are doing it. In general, if you change to a larger pinion the top speed will improve but you will see less acceleration and run time. This would only be advisable for really long track layouts with few tight turns.
  • Page 8 Rebuilding/Refilling the Shocks Rebuilding/Refilling the Shocks Step 1 Step 2 After removing the shock, Turn the shock upside down push up on the lower spring and remove the black shock cup and remove it from the cartridge/shaft assembly shaft. Remove the spring and from the shock body by preload spacers.
  • Page 9: Part Number Description

    Price List and Exploded View Part Number Description Price LOSB0813 MS20DSL Servo w/Long Lead ........................24.99 LOSB0816 MS20DSL Servo Gear Set .......................... 2.99 LOSB0827 MRX-R14 ESC/Rx, 27 MHz ........................49.99 LOSB1018 Front Bulkhead, Kickplate & Brace ......................5.49 LOSB1020 F/R Pivot Block Set ............................3.99 LOSB1024 F/R Suspension Arm Set ..........................
  • Page 10 LOSB1044 LOSB1071 LOSB1044 LOSB1062 LOSB1064 LOSB1060 LOSB1062 LOSB1068 LOSB1060 LOSB1064 LOSB1066 LOSB1058 LOSB1062 LOSB1073 LOSB1058 LOSB1060 LOSB1066 LOSB1073 LOSB1058 LOSB1044 LOSB1046 LOSB1029 LOSB1038 LOSB1040 LOSB1029 LOSB1049 LOSB1044 LOSB1033 LOSB1293 LOSB1040 LOSB1034 LOSB1051 LOSB1037 LOSB1027 LOSB1049 LOSB1037 LOSB1040 LOSB1041 LOSB LOSB1020 LOSB1024 LOSB1041 LOSB...
  • Page 11 LOSB1295-FRONT LOSB1296-REAR LOSB1299 LOSB1038 LOSB1297-FRONT LOSB1299 LOSB1298-REAR LOSB1291-FRONT LOSB1292-REAR LOSB1049 LOSB1294 LOSB1040 LOSB1299 LOSB1037 LOSB1041 LOSB1051 LOSB1045 LOSB1024 LOSB1073 LOSB1073 LOSB1041 LOSB1027 LOSB1043 LOSB1032 LOSB1047 LOSB1100 LOSB1053 LOSB1045 LOSB1079 LOSB1053 LOSB1030 LOSB1319 LOSB1384 B1077 LOSB1385 LOSB1386 B1100 LOSB1045 Mini-DT Parts List/Exploded View―Page 3...
  • Page 12: Optional Parts

    LOSB1064 Slipper Hardware Set ..........................5.49 LOSB1066 Transmission Gear Set ..........................3.99 LOSB1068 Spur Gear Set (50T & 60T) ......................... 4.99 LOSB1069 Pinion Gear Set (Molded) ..........................4.49 LOSB1071 Gear Cover Set............................3.99 LOSB1073 Outdrive/Dogbone/R Axle Set........................14.49 LOSB1077 DT Chrome Fr Wheels & Tires Mtd. (pr) ....................18.99 LOSB1079 DT Chrome Rr Wheels &...
  • Page 13 Genuine Losi Option Parts Genuine Losi Option Parts LOSB1110 LOSB1125 LOSB1131 LOSB1141 Oil Filled Aluminum Ball Differential Dual Disk Slipper Set Front Mounted Foam Tires/ Shock Set (4) w/Outdrive Bearings $18.99 Wheels (pr) $34.99 $24.99 $13.99 LOSB1150 LOSB1151 LOSB1153 LOSB1154 Front Wide Wheels Front Wide Wheels (pr) Front Wide Tires w/Foam:...
  • Page 14 LOSB1189 LOSB1190 LOSB1191 LOSB1075 Rear Step Pins, Glued on Rear Smashers, Glued on Rear Street Treads, Glued on Front DT Tires Glued on Yellow Wheels (pr) Yellow Wheels (pr) Yellow Wheels (pr) Black DT Chrome Rims (pr) $18.99 $18.99 $18.99 $18.99 LOSB1165 LOSB1230...

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