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Traxxas Slash 4x4 Ultimate 6809L-3 Owner's Manual

Traxxas Slash 4x4 Ultimate 6809L-3 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 MODEL 6809L-3 owner s manual ’...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    PRECAUTIONS We know you’re excited about getting your new model on the road, but Thank you again for going with Traxxas. We work hard every day to it’s very important that you take some time to read through the Owner’s ANATOMY OF THE ensure you receive the highest level of customer satisfaction possible.
  • Page 3 Entire contents ©2015 Traxxas. Traxxas, Ready-To-Race, Ready-To-Win, Slash, Velineon, and ProGraphix are trademarks or registered trademarks of Traxxas Internet: Traxxas. Other brand names and marks are the property of their respective holders and are used only for purposes of identification. No part of this 6250 Traxxas Way Traxxas.com manual may be reproduced or distributed in print or electronic media without the express written permission of Traxxas.

  • Page 4: Before You

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model. Operate associated with LiPo battery use. Traxxas does not recommend that your model sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, safe, and fun...
  • Page 5 If you have any questions, call Traxxas Customer Support at 1-888-TRAXXAS • Keep a Class D fire extinguisher nearby in case of fire. (1-888-872-9927). Outside the US, call +1-972-265-8000 or e-mail support@ •...

  • Page 6: Anatomy Of The Slash 4X4 Ultimate

    Caster Block (Rear Camber Link) Battery Rear Hub Front Suspension (C-Hub) Carrier Rear Body Mount Front Front Shock Tower Rear Sway Bar Traxxas High-Current Sway Bar Connector Front Bumper Rear Bumper Chassis Drive Shaft Shock Rear Shock Tower (Damper) Motor...

  • Page 7: Tools, Supplies, And Required Equipment

    8mm/4mm wrench 4-way wrench model, but are a good idea to include in any R/C toolbox: • Safety glasses • Traxxas Ultra Premium Tire Glue, Part #6468 (CA glue) • Hobby knife for use with • Side cutters and/or needle...

  • Page 8: 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 9: Traxxas Tq

    RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM INTRODUCTION with each other. The VXL-3s electronic speed control is optimized to virtually eliminate cogging. Your model includes the latest Traxxas TQi 2.4GHz transmitter with Applying the Decals Traxxas Link ™ Model Memory. The transmitter’s easy-to-use design...
  • Page 10 TRAXXAS TQ RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM NiMH - Abbreviation for nickel-metal hydride. Rechargeable NiMH Thermal Shutdown Protection - Temperature sensing electronics batteries offer high current handling and much greater resistance used in the VXL-3s electronic speed control detect overloading and To prevent loss of radio range to the “memory”...

  • Page 11: Model Wiring Diagram

    (for optional use) Receiver cable Heat Sink (RX wire) Power Switch Battery Compartment EZ-Set Button (On/Off Button) ** Accessory sensor expansion port for use with the Telemetry Expander Module SLASH 4X4 ULTIMATE • 11 (see Traxxas.com and included materials for more information)

  • Page 12: Installing Transmitter Batteries

    Up to 44mm (1.73") Your model requires a fully charged battery pack. One (1) Traxxas Power Cell LiPo battery and a charger are supplied Note: There is some flex with with your model. the battery strap. It is possible...
  • Page 13 • Always use new or freshly charged batteries for the radio system. Note: Traxxas Stability Management (TSM) must be completely the battery pack is plugged Weak batteries will limit the radio signal between the receiver turned off while adjusting steering trim.

  • Page 14: Using The Radio System

    TRAXXAS TQ RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM USING THE RADIO SYSTEM Range-Testing the Radio System The TQi Radio System has been pre-adjusted at the factory. The Before each running session with your model, you should range-test Using Reverse: While driving, adjustment should be checked before running the model, in case of your radio system to ensure that it operates properly.
  • Page 15 To remove the antenna tube, engineered into your Traxxas model cut the metal tip, and do not simply remove the set screw with the bend or cut the white wire at by helping you to maintain control included 1.5mm wrench.

  • Page 16: Adjusting The Electronic Speed Control

    2. Hold both MENU and SET. 7. To turn the VXL-3s off, press the EZ-Set button until the LED turns 3. Turn the transmitter on. off (.5 seconds). 16 • TRAXXAS 4. Release MENU and SET. The transmitter LED will blink red.
  • Page 17 ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL VXL-3s Profile Selection Note: If you missed the mode you wanted, keep the EZ-Set button pressed down The speed control is factory set to Profile #1 (100% forward, brakes, and reverse). and the blink cycle will repeat until the button is released and a Mode is selected. Patented Training Mode To disable reverse (Profile #2) or to allow 50% forward and 50% reverse (Profile LED Codes and Protection Modes...

  • Page 18: Driving Your Model

    DRIVING YOUR MODEL Now it’s time to have some fun! This section contains instructions on About Run Time driving and making adjustments to your model. Before you go on, here A large factor affecting run time is the type and condition of your are some important precautions to keep in mind.
  • Page 19 Do not allow mud to collect • The Traxxas TQi transmitter is not water resistant. Do not subject it to on the motor or pack around the motor.
  • Page 20 DRIVING YOUR MODEL 7. Let the truck stand or you may blow it off with compressed air. Placing RECEIVER BOX: MAINTAINING A WATERTIGHT SEAL the truck in a warm, sunny spot will aid drying. Trapped water and oil Removing and Installing Radio Gear will continue to drip from the truck for a few hours.

  • Page 21: Basic Tuning Adjustments

    BASIC TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Once you become familiar with driving your model, you might need ADJUSTING THE TOE-IN to make adjustments for better driving performance. Toe-in refers to the angle of the wheels as viewed from above. All of the toe links are Geometry and alignment specs play an important roll in your installed on the truck so the ADJUSTING GEAR MESH...

  • Page 22: Shock Mounting Positions

    BASIC TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Slash 4x4 Ultimate also includes the plastic rear stub axle carriers as 2. Connect the steering servo to channel 1 on the receiver. Connect used on the standard Slash 4X4 Ultimate, which offer 2.5° of toe-in. the electronic speed control (ESC) to channel 2. The white wire on To achieve a good starting They can be installed on either side of the truck, as they are not left/ the servo lead is positioned towards the receiver’s LED.

  • Page 23: Maintaining Your Model

    If the bottom of the shock is leaking, then it 8. Check for any loose screws in the chassis structure require attention. Always is time for a rebuild. The Traxxas rebuild kit for two shocks is check your wheel nuts and or suspension.
  • Page 24 maintaining your model Suspension and slipper clutch assembly removal The Slash 4X4 Ultimate was designed with ease of disassembly in mind. The entire front and rear suspension assemblies can be removed from the chassis fully intact with the removal of only a few screws. Refer to the exploded views included in the Slash 4X4 Ultimate Service and Support Guide for complete assembly diagrams.

  • Page 25: Advanced Tuning Adjustments

    ADVANCED TUNING ADJUSTMENTS CAMBER GAIN and potentially more steering. Raising the roll center on the front and Gearing Compatibility Chart: The chart below shows recommended rear equally will increase overall roll resistance without changing the Slash 4X4 Ultimate has provisions for adjusting the camber gain geometry gear combination ranges for your model.
  • Page 26 ADVANCED TUNING ADJUSTMENTS GEARING LIPO BATTERIES One of the more significant advantages to your model’s transmission LiPo batteries are intended only for the most advanced users that are Velineon 3500 Specs is the extremely wide range of available gear ratios. Changing the educated on the risks associated with LiPo battery use.
  • Page 27 Only use silicone front screws do not need to be removed. oil in the differentials. Traxxas offers silicone differential fluid in a 4. Remove the 3x20mm button-head screw from the bumper variety of viscosities: mount and tie bar.
  • Page 28 ADVANCED TUNING ADJUSTMENTS 5. Slide the bumper assembly off of the chassis. 3. Insert the included center differential unit into the rear of the chassis (where the spur gear/slipper unit was removed). Stand 6. Remove the tie bar from the chassis. the chassis up on the front bumper to hold the spur gear steady 7.
  • Page 29 Optional shock springs and disassembled to change the oil. optional piston. Be careful not to lose available from Traxxas. the small washer located below the 1. Remove the lower spring retainer and shock spring. Refer to your parts list for piston.
  • Page 30 (closer to the sway bar mount). • Adjust rear linkage placement for softer response (farther from the sway bar mount). If you have questions or need technical assistance, call Traxxas at 1-888-TRAXXAS (1-888-872-9927) (U.S. residents only) 30 • SLASH 4X4 ULTIMATE...

  • Page 31: Tq Advanced Tuning Guide

    Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Traxxas countries.
  • Page 32 (set to Traxxas Stability Management (TSM) by default, see page 15). ignores the actual position of the trim The illustrations below show how this works.
  • Page 33 ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE Decreased Steering Sensitivity Steering and Throttle End Points Effective Turning Turning Range Range on Model (Negative Exponential): at Transmitter The TQi transmitter allows you to choose the limit of the servo’s By turning the Multi-Function travel range (or its “end point”) independently for left and right knob clockwise, the steering travel (on the steering channel) and throttle/brake travel (on the sensitivity of the model will be...
  • Page 34 3. Press MENU three times. The status LED will blink green four Model Lock times repeatedly. The Traxxas Link Model Memory feature can store up to thirty 4. Press SET once. The status LED will blink green models (receivers) in its memory. If you bind a thirty-first receiver, once repeatedly.

  • Page 35: Menu Tree

    Transmitter is restored to default Press C onfirm Deletion Delete Model 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 36: Menu Tree Formulas

    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 37 BOTTOM BOTTOM...
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  • Page 40 ’ 6250 TRAXXAS WAY, McKINNEY, TEXAS 75070 1-888-TRAXXAS 151123 6809L-3-OM-EN-R01...

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