Team Losi Desert Buggy XL-E Instruction Manual

Team Losi Desert Buggy XL-E Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual // Bedienungsanleitung // Manuel d’utilisation // Manuale di Istruzioni...
  • Page 2 • Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries. • Keep the wheels of the model off the ground when checking the operation • Always operate your model in open spaces away from full-size vehicles, of the radio equipment. traffic and people. Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 3 If the motor becomes excessively wet, apply very light throttle until the water is mostly removed from the motor. Running a wet motor at high speeds may rapidly damage the motor. Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    COMplIaNCE INfOrMaTION fOr ThE EurOpEaN uNION C // VEhIClE TuNINg aNTENNa SEparaTION dISTaNCE CAmBeR IC INfOrMaTION dRoop hardWarE shoCk oil shoCk spRings parTS lIST shoCk mounting positions EXplOdEd VIEWS fRont toe SETup ShEET swAy BARs Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 5: Components

    Dynamite Reaction 14.8V 5000mAh 4S 50C LiPo (DYNB3804EC) • TLR Lok ® , Threadlock, Blue (TLR76004) • Dynamite Reaction 15.2V 5000mAh 4S 50C LiPo Hardcase (DYNB3854EC) • Deluxe 1/4” Large Scale Tool St W/Handle (DYNT1074) Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 6: A // Spektrum Dx2E Radio System

    Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to national regulations. For more information on the transmitter, go to www.horizonhobby.com and click on the support tab for the Spektrum DX2E to download the instruction manual. Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 7: Srs4220 Stability Assist Receiver

    4. Remove the Bind Plugs, then power off the receiver to save the settings. The receiver will continuously blink to indicate AVC is disabled. imPORtAnt: You must calibrate the receiver each time it is placed in bind mode. To activate AVC, see the Binding/Calibrating steps above. leFt/Right Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 8: B // Vehicle Preparation

    5. Connect the batteries to the ESC. TurNINg ThE VEhIClE ON 1. Power on the transmitter. 2. Power on the ESC. imPORtAnt: The vehicle MUST remain on a flat, level surface and motionless for at least 5 seconds. Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 9: Control Direction Test

    6. Power off the transmitter to save the travel adjust settings. The minimum Travel is 75%, and the Maximum travel is 150%. imPORtAnt: If the travel is changed on the DX2E, you must rebind and calibrate the SRS4220. Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 10: Driving Precautions

    • Change the gearing to a lower ratio. A lower ratio decreases the operating temperature of the electronics. Use a smaller pinion gear or larger spur gear to lower the gear ratio. • Use battery packs with a higher mAh rating. TurNINg ThE VEhIClE Off 1. Power off the ESC. 2. Power off the transmitter. 3. Remove and charge the LiPo batteries Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 11: C // Vehicle Tuning

    Characteristics front quicker reaction with more steering more negative Camber Rear less rear traction on entry and mid-corner front slower reaction with less steering less negative Camber Rear more traction on entry and mid-corner Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 12: Droop

    ShOCk MOuNTINg pOSITIONS Moving the shocks in on the tower makes the vehicle more forgiving. Moving FROnt the shocks out on the tower makes the vehicle more responsive and better for technical tracks. ReAR Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 13: Front Toe

    Rear traction a turn Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 14: Gearing

    Stock gearing for the vehicle is 50/13. Optional 11t, 12t and 14t pinion gears are available. rIdE hEIghT Set the vehicle on a flat surface and turn the threaded collars on the shocks evenly so both the front and rear suspension arms are level. Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 15: D // Esc Functions

    If the motor turns in the wrong direction, reverse the connection of any 2 outside motor wires. The center wire must remain in the center and cannot be moved to another motor tab. Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 16: Esc Programming Procedure

    2-cell Li-Po battery pack. Example: for a 8.0V Ni-MH battery pack used with a 2.6V/cell threshold, it will be treated as a 2-cell Li-Po battery pack and the low-voltage cut-off threshold will be 5.2V (2.6x2=5.2). Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 17: E // Vehicle Maintenance

    DO NOT TIGHTEN. Install the shock shaft through the shock bottom and tighten the bottom cap. Re-install the boot and shock end on the shaft. Tip: Clean the screw and internal threads in the shaft with a spray cleaner. Use Medium Strength Threadlock. (Note arrow) Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 18: Refilling/Bleeding Shocks

    Check the ring and pinion as well as the bevel gears in the differential. Replace as needed. If fluid is leaking at the drive cups, replace the O-rings. Apply more grease to the ring and pinion (LOSA99209). Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 19: Rear Differential

    Check the ring and pinion as well as the bevel gears in the differential. Replace as needed. If fluid is leaking at the drive cups, replace the O-rings. Apply more grease to the ring and pinion (LOSA99209). Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 20: Center Differential

    Do not overfill or the differential unit might leak. Check the spur gear and pinion as well as the bevel gears in the differ- ential. Replace as needed. If fluid is leaking at the drive cups, replace the O-rings. Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 21: Troubleshooting Guide

    Check wheels, transmission for binding poor range and/or glitching transmitter batteries low Check and replace Vehicle battery low Recharge battery loose plugs or wires Check all wire connections and plugs Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 22: Limited Warranty

    For questions or assistance, please visit our website at www.horizonhobby.com, submit a Product Support Inquiry, or call the toll free telephone number referenced in the Warranty and Service Contact Information section to speak with a Product Support representative. Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 23: Warranty And Service Contact Information

    For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product. Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 24: Hardware

    M4 x 22mm (LOS255003) M4 x 4mm (LOS255000) M5 x 14mm (LOS255003) M5 x 5mm (LOS255000) M5 x 20mm (LOS255003) M6 x 5mm (LOS255000) M5 x 32mm (LOS255003) M6 x 12mm (LOS255000) M5 x 40mm (LOS255003) Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 25 10 x 22 x 6mm (LOS257001) M4 (LOS256000) 12 x 24 x 6mm (LOSB5972) M5 (LOS256000) M5 (LOS256000) 7 x 10 x 4mm (LOS257002) 8 x 22 x 0.2mm (LOS256001) (LOS256005) (LOS256005) 13 x 16 x 0.3mm (LOS256001) Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 26: Parts List

    (2) DB XL Achsmanschetten-Set (10): 1:5 4wd DBXL 1/5 4WD - Set de chaussettes Set protezione asse (10): 1:5 4wd LOS252017 Axle Boot Set (10): 1:5 4wd DBXL DBXL de protection d’axes (10) DBXL Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 27 4wd DBXL roulis avant et arrière 4wd DBXL Gelenkkugeln und Gelenkköpfe (12): Perni a sfera e uniball tiranti (12): LOS254031 Pivot Balls and Rod Ends (12): MTXL MTXL - Rotules et chapes (12) MTXL MTXL Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 28: Optional Parts

    Huile Silicone, 10,000cs Fluido al silicone, 10000cs DYN2656 Silicone Fluid, 30,000cs Silikon Difföl, 10000CS Huile Silicone, 10,000cs Fluido al silicone, 10000cs DYN2657 Silicone Fluid, 50,000cs Silikon Difföl, 10000CS Huile Silicone, 10,000cs Fluido al silicone, 10000cs Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 29 Olio siliconico ammortizzatore, 50 TLR74027 Silicone Shock Oil, 50wt, 4oz Silikon-Stoßdämpfer-Öl, 50wt, 4oz 120 ml wt, 4 oz TLR76004 TLR Lok, Threadlock, Blue TLR Lok, Schraubensicherung, blau Frein filet TLR Lok, bleu Frenafiletti TLR Lok, Blue Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 30 LOS252017 LOS252056 LOS251050 LOS255002 LOS252058 LOS251051 LOS251020 SPMSR4220 LOSB0884 LOS251051 LOS254011 LOS255003 LOS251012 LOS251047 LOS256005 LOS251010 LOS255003 LOS251048 (6) LOS256004 LOS256004 LOS253010 LOS253019 LOS253020 LOS253020 LOS253008 LOS253021 LOS253005 LOS253020 LOS253019 LOS253019 LOS253006 LOS253005 LOS253006 Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 31 LOS254030 LOS255002 LOS251016 LOS254009 LOS256000 LOS255001 LOS254011 LOS257001 LOS254013 LOS252054 LOS256001 LOS252068 LOS254006 LOS252005 LOS24010 LOS251016 LOS252017 LOS255002 LOS252004 LOSB5972 LOS252050 LOS252018 LOS251011 LOS254013 LOS252020 LOSB5972 LOS254005 LOS255002 LOS254030 LOS255002 LOS252051 LOS254009 LOS255002 LOS255003 Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 32 LOS251045 LOS254029 LOS254013 LOS255002 LOS24009 LOS254013 LOS251053 LOS252004 LOS256000 LOS251016 LOS252005 LOS254012 LOS252068 LOS256001 LOS252017 LOS252054 LOS257001 LOS254011 LOS255002 LOS256000 LOS254005 LOS252050 LOS251016 LOS252001 LOS254029 LOS24009 LOS252017 LOS254013 LOSB252011 LOSB5972 LOS254006 LOS252017 LOS24010 LOS252057 Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 33 LOS254015 LOS254018 LOS454017 LOS254015 LOS2500021 LOS2500016 - LOS2500017 LOS2500021 LOS2500016 - LOS2500017 LOS251053 LOS2500016 - LOS2500017 LOS2500020 LOS2500020 LOS2500019 LOS251053 LOS2500020 LOS2500021 LOS2500016 - LOS2500017 Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 34 Sway Bar: Tires Type Compound Insert Stock Stock Stock Front: Stock Stock Stock Rear: Notes: Electronics DX2E Radio: Pinion: Losi S900S Servo: Spur: Fuze 160A 14.8V 5000mAh 4S 50C (2) ESC: Battery: Motor: 800kv Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 35: Setup Sheet

    Rear Suspension Notes: Piston/Oil: Toe: Spring: Anti-Squat: Overall Shock Length: Ride Height: Camber Link: Camber: Shock Location Sway Bar: Tires Type Compound Insert Front: Rear: Notes: Electronics Radio: Pinion: Servo: Spur: ESC: Battery: Motor: Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual...
  • Page 36 Horizon Hobby, LLC Horizon Hobby GmbH 4105 Fieldstone Road, Hanskampring 9 Champaign, IL 61822 USA D 22885 Barsbüttel, Germany LOS05012T1 // LOS05012T2 53660 ©2017 Horizon Hobby, LLC Losi, Desert Buggy XL, DSMR, DSM2, DSM, AVC, Active Vehicle Control, EC5,Dynamite, Fuze, Prophet, Passport, Reaction, TLR-Lok and the Horizon Hobby logoare trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby, LLC.

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