Driving Your Model - Panda Hobby Tetra X1 Instruction Manual

Now it's time to have some fun! This section contains lhsti'uctions on driving and making adjustments
to your model. Before you go on, here are some important precautions to keep in mind.
•Allow the model to cool for a few minutes between runs . This is particularly important when using
high-capacity battery packs that allow extended periods of running. Monitoring temperatures will
extend the lives of the battery and motor.
,Do not continue to operate the model with low batteries or you could lose control of it. lndtcat1ons of
low banefy powe( include slow operatton and slugg i sh servos (slow to return to center). Stop immedi­
ately at the first sign of weak batteries. When t!,e batteries in the transmitter become weak, the red
power light (please refer to the section of radio system user's guide} will begin to flash. Stop immediate­
ly and install new batteries.
-Do not drive the model at night, on publ1cstreets, or in large crowds of people .
•If the model becomes stuck against an object, do not continue to run the motor. Remove the obstruc­
tion before continuing. Do not push or pull objects with the model.
•Avoid running yout model ih tall grass, deep sand, or other conditions that severely limit the driving
performance of the model. This wfll strain the power system and could cause ea1ly motor failure.
-Because the model is controlled by radio, it is subject to radio interference from many sources beyond
your control. Since radio interference can cause momeritary losses of control, allow a safety margin of
space 1n all d1rectfons around the model in order to prevent collisions.
-Use good, common sense whenever you are drivingyour model. Intentionally driving in an abusive and
rough manner will only result in poor performance and broken parts. Take care of your model so that
you can enjoy it for a long time to come.
-High-performance vehlcles produce small vtbratfons that may loosen hardware over time. Frequently
check wheel bolts and other screws on your vehicle to ensure that all hardware remains properly
tightened.
About Run Time
It's impossible to give exact run times for the model, but typ1cally you can expec 20 minutes. Another
major factor that affects run tf me is how the model 1s driven. Run times may dec
is dtiven repetitively from a stop to top-speed and with repetitive hard acceleration.
Tips for Increasing Run Time
-Use the included charger.
•Read and follow all maintenance and care instructions provided by the manufacturer of your batteries
and charget.
,Keep the speed control cool.
-Maintain your model. Do not allow dirt or damaged parts to cause bindlng in the drivetrain. Keep the
motor clean.
-Considering purd1asing an optional higher capac1ty battery,
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