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Traxxas 72076-3 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 MODEL 72076-3 owner s manual ’...
  • Page 2 DRIVING YOUR MODEL T r a x x a s . c o m / r e g i s t e r Thank you again for going with Traxxas. We work hard every day to TUNING assure you the highest level of customer satisfaction possible. We...

  • Page 3: Before You Proceed

    Traxxas 6250 Traxxas Way accompanying materials to prevent serious damage to your All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model. Operate McKinney, Texas 75070 model. Failure to follow these instructions will be considered your model sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, safe, and fun Phone: 972-549-3000 abuse and/or neglect.
  • Page 4 Please note that modified speed controls can be subject to a use. Traxxas does not recommend that anyone under the age of 14 use or These models are capable of very high speeds and require an even higher capable of very rewiring fee when returned for service.

  • Page 5: Tools, Supplies, And Required Equipment

    2.0mm “T” wrench 2.5mm “L” wrench 4-way wrench NiMH battery charger* include in any R/C toolbox: • Safety glasses • Traxxas Ultra Premium Tire Required Equipment Glue, Part #6468 (CA glue) • Hobby knife • Side cutters and/or needle nose pliers 4 AA alkaline •...
  • Page 6 Rear Body Mount Front Body Mount Front Bumper Rear Suspension Front Suspension Arm Transmission Push Rod Motor Shock Steering Servo Rocker Electronic Speed Control Chassis Spring Pre-load Traxxas High- Current Connector Battery Compartment Door Adjuster 6 • 1/16 SUMMIT VXL...

  • Page 7: Quick Start: Getting Up To Speed

    QUICK START: GETTING UP TO SPEED The following guide is an overview of the procedures for getting your model running. Look for the Quick Start logo on the bottom corners of Quick Start pages. The Quick Start Guide is not intended to replace the 1.
  • Page 8 The VXL-3m is optimized to virtually eliminate cogging. Your model includes the latest Traxxas TQi 2.4GHz transmitter with Traxxas Link™ Model Memory. The transmitter’s easy-to-use design Current - Current is a measure of power flow through the provides instant driving fun for new R/C enthusiasts, and also offers electronics, usually measured in amps.
  • Page 9 When flow is constricted, energy is converted to heat and is IMPORTANT RADIO SYSTEM PRECAUTIONS lost. Traxxas power systems are optimized to reduce electrical • Do not kink the receiver’s antenna wire. Kinks in the antenna wire resistance and the resulting power-robbing heat.

  • Page 10: Vxl-3M Electronic Speed Control

    CH1 - Steering Servo CH1 - Channel 1* Multi-Function † *Not used Accessory sensor ports for use with standard voltage/temperature and RPM Knob telemetry sensors (see Traxxas.com and included materials for more information) Sensor Expansion Port MOTOR Throttle VXL-3m ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL Trigger...

  • Page 11: Installing Transmitter Batteries

    TQi transmitter, as they will green light. not provide sufficient voltage 3. Disconnect the battery when charging is complete. The Traxxas If the status LED flashes red, the for optimum transmitter 2-amp DC charger uses sophisticated voltage-detection circuitry to transmitter batteries may be weak, performance.

  • Page 12: Installing The Battery Pack

    Your model’s included battery Note: LiPo battery packs should NOT be used with a Traxxas series not bend or cut the white wire at the end of the metal tip. Do not pack is equipped with Traxxas connector.
  • Page 13 For best off-road handling with two battery packs, consider model. installing stiffer springs on your model. Traxxas offers accessory springs for this purpose; see the parts list included with your model for part numbers.

  • Page 14: Using The Radio System

    (center) point of the steering channel. control on the transmitter forward to apply brakes. Note: Traxxas Stability Management (TSM) must be completely until they are pointing Once stopped, return the straight ahead; then, return turned off while adjusting steering trim. See page 15 for TSM throttle trigger to neutral.
  • Page 15 Drive with TSM on and off to test how it is making your control of was engineered into your Traxxas the vehicle easier and more precise. For more information, visit model by helping you to maintain Traxxas.com/tsm.

  • Page 16: Adjusting The Electronic Speed Control

    If a battery with too high voltage is temperature. Traxxas encourages you to stop driving as soon as the used, the VXL-3m will go into a fail-safe thermal overload protection is activated.
  • Page 17 ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL 3. When the light blinks red three times, release the EZ-Set button. ESC Profile Description Profile #1 (Sport Mode): 100% Forward, 100% Brakes, 100% Reverse 4. The light will then turn red and the model is ready to drive. Patented Training Mode Profile #2 (Race Mode): 100% Forward, 100% Brakes, No Reverse (Profile #3) reduces forward...

  • Page 18: Running In Wet Conditions

    DRIVING YOUR MODEL Now it’s time to have some fun! This section contains instructions on Another major factor that affects run time is how the model is driven. driving and making adjustments to your model. Before you go on, here Run times may decrease when the model is driven repetitively from a are some important precautions to keep in mind.
  • Page 19 The motor will be cooled by water contact and will not wet conditions. give an accurate indication of appropriate gearing. • The Traxxas TQ 2.4GHz transmitter is not water resistant. Do not After Running Your Vehicle in Wet Conditions subject it to wet conditions such as rain.
  • Page 20 Use the molded-in wire guides to align the servo and speed control leads and antenna wire (B). 3. Apply a small bead of silicone grease (Traxxas part #1647) to the wire clamp (C). 4. Install the wire clamp and tighten the two 2.5x8mm screws securely (D).

  • Page 21: Tuning Adjustments

    TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Your model is factory-tuned for optimum performance in a Shock Oil wide variety of off-road conditions. To tailor the performance The 4 oil-filled shocks (dampers) effectively control the suspension Important: The shocks are and handling of your model to suit your driving style and terrain, movement by preventing the wheels and tires from continuing assembled at the factory with the model has a number of adjustable features.

  • Page 22: Transmission Tuning

    TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Static Camber Adjustment TRANSMISSION TUNING The wheels can be set to have either Adjusting the Slipper Clutch A camber gauge (available positive or negative camber (see Your model is equipped with an at your local hobby shop) illustration below). The camber angle can be a useful tool for adjustable Torque Control slipper changes as the wheel moves up and...

  • Page 23: Motor And Gearing

    25.20 replace oil. Only use silicone oil in the differentials. Traxxas sells a the ESC. Next, remove the single large hex variety of oil viscosities (see your parts list). Note: Heavier oil will 23.10...

  • Page 24: Wheels And Tires

    If you wish to install tires with a diameter greater than 4 inches or 100mm, Traxxas suggests you configure the transmission for ‘underdrive’ gearing. Details on making this simple modification are available at Traxxas.com.

  • Page 25: Maintaining

    If the bottom of the shock is leaking, then it lubricants. 1. Cracked, bent, or damaged parts is time for a rebuild. The Traxxas rebuild kit for two shocks is 2. Check the wheels and steering for binding. part #7062.

  • Page 26: Tq I Advanced Tuning Guide

    The Multi-Function knob can be set to control Throttle Sensitivity. Starting Over: Throttle Sensitivity works the same way as Steering Sensitivity, but Traxxas Stability Management (TSM) by default, see page 15). Accessing Restoring Factory Defaults applies the effect to the throttle channel. Only forward throttle...
  • Page 27 This is especially handy if you operate equipped with a built-in failsafe throttle channel). This allows you to fine-tune the servo settings to multiple vehicles with a single transmitter via Traxxas Link ™ Model function that returns the throttle prevent binding caused by the servo moving steering or throttle Memory.
  • Page 28 Model Lock locked. Press and hold MENU to return to driving mode. The Traxxas Link Model Memory feature can store up to thirty Note: To unlock a memory, press SET twice at step 5. The LED will models (receivers) in its memory. If you bind a thirty-first receiver, blink rapidly green to indicate the model is unlocked.

  • Page 29: Menu Tree

    Transmitter is restored to default Press Delete Model C onfirm Deletion Two Blinks Green One Blink Red *Torque Control is a feature designed only for use with the power system in the Traxxas Funny Car Race Replica (Model #6907).
  • Page 30 ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE Set Multi-Function MENU TREE FORMULAS knob for STEERING Press/hold MENU Press SET Press SET to confirm Press/hold MENU SENSITIVITY (Expo) To select functions and make adjustments to the TQi transmitter without green LED blinks red LED blinks green LED blinks (x8) returns to driving mode referencing the Menu Tree, turn your transmitter on, find the function in the...
  • Page 31 Traxxas Link Real-Time Telemetry For more information The powerful Traxxas Link app (available in the Apple App Store℠ or on When you equip your model about the Traxxas Link Google Play™) gives you complete control over the operation and tuning...
  • Page 32 MODEL 72074-3 owner s manual ’ 6250 TRAXXAS WAY, MCKINNEY, TEXAS 75070 1-888-TRAXXAS 151116 72076-3-OM-N-EN-R01...

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