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Thank you for choosing the Fantom FR-10 ESC. This ESC is the result of countless hours of R&D, to bring you a pro-level
racing ESC, second to none in performance and value! The heart of the FR-10 ESC is the high-performance 32-bit CPU and
proprietary firmware, providing you with buttery smooth throttle response, unmatched power delivery, and all the adjustable
parameters you've come to expect from a pro racing ESC!
Install it in your car today and see what we mean by More Power to the People!
WARNING / CAUTION:
• Please carefully read this entire User Manual before using your ESC.
• Improper use and/or unauthorized modification to the ESC is extremely dangerous and can cause damage to the ESC and
other connected devices, such as the motor, battery, servo, and transponder, which is not covered under warranty.
• Make sure the battery voltage does not exceed the rating shown in the specifications chart.
• Connecting the battery with reverse polarity will cause immediate damage to the ESC, which is not covered under warranty.
• Make sure all connection points are insulated, where possible, to avoid short circuits, which are not covered under warranty.
• Make sure the battery connectors are firmly secured into the battery. Loose battery connectors can cause your battery
case to melt at the connection points, which are not covered under warranty.
• Use a minimum 50-watt soldering iron for all input and output connections.
• Before attempting any soldering, make sure that you are confident in your soldering abilities. Improper soldering can cause
short circuits and poor performance, which is not covered under warranty. If you are unsure about soldering, please find
someone with experience who can help you.
• Do not allow the ESC to exceed 105˚C/221˚F, which can cause permanent damage to the ESC and/or motor, which is not
covered under warranty. We recommend leaving the "over-heat protection" set to the default setting of 221˚F and using the
included fan, for the best protection and performance.
• You must disconnect the battery after use. Even when the ESC is off, it will continue to slowly discharge the battery.
Over-discharged LiPo batteries can be permanently damaged and are very dangerous. Over-discharged batteries can cause
fire, explosion, bodily injury and property damage, which Fantom or any of Fantom's associates cannot be held responsible
for. Damage to the ESC and/or battery, caused by an over-discharged battery is not covered under warranty.
• Do not rev the ESC to full throttle when your vehicle is lifted off the bench or overturned on the track, as this can cause
rubber tires to shred or explode, which is very dangerous and can cause bodily injury and property damage, which Fantom or
any of Fantom's associates cannot be held responsible for. This can also cause permanent damage to your motor, which is
not covered under warranty.
• This ESC is not a toy. Adult supervision is required at all times.
• Fantom Racing owners, employees, affiliates, manufacturers, dealers and distributors cannot be held responsible for any
damage and/or injury caused from the use and/or misuse of this product. The user accepts full responsibility for the use of
this product. By using this product, the user agrees to all the information contained in this document. If you disagree with
anything written in this document, please return this product to the source that you purchased it from. The product must be
in brand new condition to be accepted for return.
ESC USERS MANUAL
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  • Page 1 ESC USERS MANUAL Thank you for choosing the Fantom FR-10 ESC. This ESC is the result of countless hours of R&D, to bring you a pro-level racing ESC, second to none in performance and value! The heart of the FR-10 ESC is the high-performance 32-bit CPU and...
  • Page 2: Specifications

    • Ultra-Precision Throttle, Brake, and Punch Control. • Fully programmable with the Fantom LCD Program Card by itself (sold separately), or you can Program the ESC or Update the ESC Firmware with the Fantom LCD Program Card combined with the advanced PC Interface (see instruction in the LCD Program Card User Manual).
  • Page 3: Included In Box

    • 3 x 165mm Output Wires - 11awg / 2,303 strand super-flex high performance wire (pre-soldered on ESC) • 3 Integrated Max Power Capacitors • Shrink Tube w/ Fantom logo • Red shrink tube for marking positive battery wire CONNECTION DIAGRAM: INSTALLATION: 1.
  • Page 4 ESC USERS MANUAL INSTALLATION (continued): 7. Connect the power wire “+” to the “+” side of your battery connector (wired type battery), or to the “+” connector going to the “+” side of your battery (inboard bullet type battery). We highly recommend marking the “+” wire with the included short piece of red heat shrink tube, to help avoid mistakenly plugging the “+”...
  • Page 5: Ready For Use

    Your ESC is now ready to use with the default settings. To get the maximum performance out of your ESC, we recommend experimenting with the user accessible parameters. To access the customizable parameters requires the Fantom LCD Program Card (sold separately). You can purchase the LCD Program Card from the dealer you purchased your ESC from, or from our website.
  • Page 6: Led Indication

    ESC USERS MANUAL LED INDICATION FUNCTION LED STATUS Battery Low Voltage Warning Red LED Blinking (in modified mode only) ESC Over-Heat Warning Red + Blue (purple) LED Blinking (in modified mode only) Stock (Blinky) Mode Blue LED Blinking (throttle in neutral position) Modified Mode Blue LED On Solid (throttle in neutral position)
  • Page 7 ESC USERS MANUAL ESC FIRMWARE FLOW CHART (Fantom LCD Program Card required to edit – see LCD Program Card Manual) SECTION PROGRAMMABLE ITEM PROGRAMMABLE VALUE Running Mode Forward / Brake Forward / Brake / Reverse Forward / Reverse Low Voltage Cut-off Disable Auto(3.3V/Cell)
  • Page 8: Troubleshooting

    The purchase date must be verified by an itemized cash register sales receipt. No hand-written receipts will be accepted. If your ESC has been serviced before, a copy of the Fantom warranty/repair invoice must be included with your ESC, or the warranty start date will revert to your original purchase date. NO EXCEPTIONS.
  • Page 9 • Fantom will not reimburse any expenses incurred to return any Fantom product, whether for warranty claim or repair. • Fantom is NOT responsible for any lost or stolen items once they are in the possession of the shipping company. Fantom is not responsible for items delivered to the wrong address.
  • Page 10 White Pigeon, Ml 49099 Include the following: 1. Original cash register sales receipt, or Fantom warranty/repair invoice from a previous service. 2. Your name, return address, daytime phone number, and email address. 3. A brief note explaining the problem you are experiencing.
  • Page 11 Once we determine the condition of your ESC, we will contact you to give you your options. No repair or replacement will be done without your prior authorization. Repair or replacement costs do not include return shipping or insurance. For repair service, ship your ESC to: FANTOM RACING 15170 Dickson Rd, White Pigeon, Ml 49099 Include the following: 1.
  • Page 12: Contact Info

    ESC USERS MANUAL Fantom Racing reserves the right to change the provisions of this warranty at any time without prior notification. The information provided on our website is based on our experience and is only our opinion. Because there are so many variables, your experience may differ from ours.

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