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MODEL: R5 MAN-R5-2018.8.17 .._..•To ensure that you are using the most recent version of this manual: ® &.,I.., • .-_,.__ www.redcatracing.com/manuals/R5MANUAL.pdf •To ensure that you have the most recent version of the Electronic Vehicles Manual: www.redcatracing.com/manuals/ELECTRIC-MANUAL.pdf (Il;.Ja,..Jr,� ..
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WARNINGS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED WITH VEHICLE BEFORE OPERATING AGE WARNING! This radio controlled (RC) vehicle is not a toy! You must be 14 years of age or older to operate this vehicle. Adult supervision is required. RISK OF RUNAWAY VEHICLE OR INJURY! Never turn on the vehicle or plug in the battery pack without first having the controller turned on.
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WARNUNG: DIESES FERNGESTEUERTE FAHRZEUG 1ST KEIN AVERTISSEMENT : CE VEHICULE TELECOMMANDE N'EST PAS SPIELZEUG. DIESES REDCAT RACING PRODUKT 1ST EIN UN JOUET. CE PRODUIT REDCAT RACING EST UN VEHICULE DE HOCHLEISTUNGSFAHRZEUG, DAS AUS SICHERHEITSGRONDEN HAUTE PERFORMANCE QUI, POUR DES RAISONS DE SECURITE, NE DOIT PAS ETRE UTILISE SUR LA VOIE PUBLIQUE, DANS DES NICHT AUF OFFENTLICHEN STRABEN, IN 0BERF0LL TEN GEBI...
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RADIO GUIDE RCR-2CENR ...J • STl!ERING THROTTLI! Rl!VBRSI! Rl!Vl!RSI! BIND 2.4 GHZ RADIO <( ...J STEERING BIND PLUG WHEEL POWER STATUS 'THROTTLE · □ TRIGGER ..• � · 1r1-,r t]-- · 1III011L � 1QII • • • �...
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RADIO GUIDE USING THE BUil TIN FAILSAFE 1.Function: The failsafe helps to prevent out-of-control RC vehicles if the transmitter signal is lost. If the receiver is unable to receive a transmitter signal, the position of the throttle channel, on the receiver, will return to its preset failsafe position. 2.
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ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROLLER WARNINGS: • Ensure all wires and connections are properly insulated bef o re connecting the ESC to related devices as short circuits will damage the ESC. • Ensure all devices are connected securely. Poor connections may cause loss of vehicle control or damage to electrical components. Loose connections may also generate unwanted heat and cause damage or fire.
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ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROLLER ---- Example of calibrating neutral range and endpoint. Rele ase the SET Press and h o ld Pres s 1. Turn on the transmitter and set the throttle "TRIM" to "O". button once tne the SET ON/OFF wo�•- �...
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ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROLLER • Running Mode: Option 1: Fwd/Br (Forward with Brake) The vehicle can go forward and brake, but cannot reverse in this mode. Option 2: Fwd/Rev/Br (Forward/Reverse with Brake) This mode includes the reverse function. "Forward/Reverse with Brake" mode uses the "DOUBLE-CLICK"...
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ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROLLER • NOTE: In the SET button program process. the motor will emit a " B eep· tone when the LED is flashing. The Hex6 uses a long flash and a long " B eep---• tone to represent number " 5 ", to help identify the larger menu items. A long flash (Motor sounds " B ---")=the No. 5 item. A long flash + a short flash (Motor sounds "...
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BATTERY REQUIREMENTS This vehicle does not include batteries, but has specific requirements that must be followed when choosing a battery for use with this vehicle. Minimum LIPO Battery: 22.2v 6S LIPO (2x 11.1v 3S LIPO packs) Maximum LIPO Battery: 29.6v 8S LIPO (2x 14.8v 4S LIPO packs) Warning: Exceeding the maximum battery voltage may cause damage to the motor and electronic components of this vehicle and will void the vehicle warranty.
PARTS SPARE PARTS: 09010- Chassis 09011- Lower Chassis Cover 09012- Front Bumper 09013- Rear Bumper 09014- Bumper Mount 09015- Skid Plate Support 09016- Bumper Mount (B) 09017- Bumper Brace 09018- Front Skid Plate 09019- Rear Skid Plate 09020- Motor Plate 09021- Center Transmission Case •--...
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PARTS SPARE PARTS: 09033- Center Front Drive 09034- Center Rear Drive 09063- Front Brace 09064- Rear Brace Shaft 142mm Shaft 187mm 09037- Wheels 09038- Tire (L/R) 09040- Wheel / Tire Complete 09036- Bumper Brace Mount (L/ R) •••• 09073- Body (Orange) 07773- Battery Trays 07779- Chassis Side Guards 07780- ESC Mount...
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PARTS SPARE PARTS: 07105-Rear Lower Susp. Arm 07106-Steering Links 07107-Rear Upper Links 07112-Front Upper Susp. Arm (UR) (L/R) CY � , 710003-Aluminum Front 07117-C-Hub (L/R) 09066-Servo Saver 07451-Steering Knuckles (L/R) • • Upper Top Plate -· • · � • ••...
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PARTS SPARE PARTS: 07133-Lower Inner 07134-Front Upper Inner 07180-Front Lower Outer 07183- Cap Head Hex. Suspension Arm Pin 6*90mm Suspension Arm Pin 6*60mm Mechnical Screw (5*28) 4P Suspension Arm Pin 5*50.5mm 07126-Inner Hinge Pin 07179-Outer Hinge Pin 81013-Body Clips 2.0mm 07181- Rear Lower Outer Bushings Bushings...
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PARTS SPARE PARTS: 82047- Button Head Hex 09045- M6 Flange Nuts (2pcs) 02099- Hex Head Grub Screw 50080- MS Lock Nuts (8pcs) ···* (4*4) 10P Machine Screw (3*20) 8P Ill/ ••••• ••••• /Ill • 50108- Hex Head Grub Screw 50111- Hex Head Grub Screw 50107- Hex Head Grub Screw 50083- Countersunk Head Hex ·-·...
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PARTS SPARE PARTS: �---- 09048- Flanged Hex. 50202- Column Head Hex. 09046- Column Head Hex. 50106- Cap Head Hex. Mechnical Screw (3*12) 6P Mechnical Screw (3*16) 12P Mechnical Screw (5*15) 10P Machine Screw (4*10) 6P ..-...:, �� �� 38519- Round Head Hex.
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PARTS UPGRADE PARTS: 710002-Aluminum Front 710004-Aluminum Front 710005-Aluminum Rear Shock 710006-Aluminum Rear Hub Upper Suspension Arms Shock Tower Carriers 710010- Aluminum Front 710017-Aluminum Lower 710018- Aluminum Lower 710019- Aluminum Lower Suspension Arm Holder Suspension Arm Holder (D) Suspension Arm Holder (A) C-Hubs (B or C) 710032-Aluminum Rear Lowe 710033-Aluminum Front...
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