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HLNA0302
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LENGTH
386.40mm (15.21in)
WIDTH
249mm (9.80in)
HEIGHT
153.15mm (6.03in)
WHEELBASE
283mm (11.14in)
WHEEL DIAMETER
55.88mm (2.2in)
WHEEL OFFSET
12mm Hex, AE/KYO Compatible
WEIGHT*
1560g (3.44lb)
BATTERY
3,000mAh NiMH 7-CELL, 8.4V
MOTOR
Metric 12T High Speed, 540 Size
RADIO
HRS-3.1 2.4GHz 3-CHANNEL
CHARGER
AC 1Amp
*APPROXIMATE OUT-OF-THE-BOX WEIGHT
• Entire contents ©2013 Helion RC
• Before using your product, review all documentation and inspect the products carefully. If for some reason you decide it is not
what you wanted, then do not continue with unpacking, setup or operation of your product. Your local hobby dealer cannot ac-
cept a product for return or exchange after partaking in actions that produce wear and tear.
• Read, understand and follow all instructions and accompanying material carefully before operating or assembling your vehicle
to prevent serious damage to your vehicle. Failure to complete these tasks properly or intentional aversion to the content will be
considered abuse and/or neglect.
• Product specifications are subject to change without notice. Due to ongoing development, the actual product may vary from
images shown.
• This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
• This product is not a toy! (14+) Recommended for ages 14 and up. Adult supervision required for ages under 18 years old.
Contains small parts, keep out of reach of children 3 years of age and younger.
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  • Page 1 • Entire contents ©2013 Helion RC • Before using your product, review all documentation and inspect the products carefully. If for some reason you decide it is not what you wanted, then do not continue with unpacking, setup or operation of your product. Your local hobby dealer cannot ac- cept a product for return or exchange after partaking in actions that produce wear and tear.
  • Page 2: Package Contents

    For other issues it should be known that hobby grade radio controlled prod- ucts such as those offered by Helion RC differ from toy grade, in that they are intended to be user-servicable products where the user can disassemble and maintain their own product using factory replacement parts.
  • Page 3: Getting Started

    1/10th SCALE 2WD ELECTRIC BUGGY GETTING STARTED 1. Remove the body and battery from vehicle to prepare for charging. a. Read charging instructions and understand all warnings and cautions before proceeding. This product is not a toy and should not be charged, operated, or maintained without supervision of an adult. b.
  • Page 4 PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING THE HRS-3.1 RADIO SYSTEM • Your model can cause serious damage or injury so please use caution and courtesy when operating your model. • Do not expose the radio system to water or excessive moisture. • As a safety precaution, perform all transmitter and receiver adjustments with the vehicle’s wheels off the ground. This ensures the complete control over the vehicle at all times during adjustments.
  • Page 5: Binding The Transmitter And Receiver

    1/10th SCALE 2WD ELECTRIC BUGGY HRS-3.1 BINDING AND FAIL SAFE SETTING Binding the Transmitter and Receiver: The process of allowing communication to occur between a 2.4GHz transmitter and receiver is called “binding” (sometimes referred to as “matching” or “pairing”). The radio system included with your product comes pre-configured and bound from the factory. In the event your system loses binding, or one of the components has been replaced, you will need to bind the transmitter and receiver.
  • Page 6 HRS-3.1 CONNECTION AND CONFIGURATION... Receiver, ESC and Servo Connections: Generic wiring diagram. 1. Channel 1: Steering Servo 2. Channel 2: ESC (Throttle/Brake) Note: An easy way to remember this is 1 to turn, 2 to burn ( as in burn-out ). Digital Trim Settings: •...
  • Page 7: Power Alarm

    1/10th SCALE 2WD ELECTRIC BUGGY ...HRS-3.1 CONFIGURATION CONTINUED » Pull the throttle trigger completely to full throttle and use the “TH+” or “TH-“ buttons to adjust the throttle end point to the desired location. › Brake Adjustment: » Push the trigger forward to full brake and use the “TH+” or “TH-“ to adjust the brake end point accordingly. Power Alarm: •...
  • Page 8: Using Your Transmitter For The First Time

    HELION METRIC BRUSHED ESC OVERVIEW... The Helion Metric series brushed motor and ESC form a great power plant to satisfy your need for speed and performance. Though the Metric system was engineered for value, performance was definitely a factor. We’ve included some great features for you to help keep your system running in top shape while keeping your battery upgrade path open since it is compatible with LiPo batteries.
  • Page 9 You can purchase an adapter from Ultra-Plug (F) to Tamiya style (F) from your local hobby dealer which will allow you to continue to use your included Helion battery after you have changed your main power connector.
  • Page 10: Safety Tips

    Although great for first time users, Helion RC products are indeed advanced radio controlled vehicles with sensitive electronics and moving parts capable of causing injury if used improperly. Always use caution and common sense as failure to operate your Helion RC product in a safe and responsible manner can result in damage to the product or other properties.
  • Page 11 1/10th SCALE 2WD ELECTRIC BUGGY ...GENERAL CARE AND MAINTENANCE CONTINUED... ii. Check how much movement is allowed (backlash) of the spur gear before the pinion gear moves (this is purely by feel, not visual). Check this movement in multiple places by rotating the spur gear approximately 1/6 rotation and checking again.
  • Page 12: Storage And Disposal

    ...GENERAL CARE AND MAINTENANCE CONTINUED time) between the tire and wheel. Allow the glue to fully dry before operating your vehicle. Caution: Be sure to use extreme care when using hobby-grade CA glue. It is specially formulated to cure quickly and create a strong bond.
  • Page 13: Troubleshooting Guide

    1/10th SCALE 2WD ELECTRIC BUGGY TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem / Symptom Possible Cause Possible Solution Battery voltage too low Charge battery Vehicle will not turn on Battery not connected Re/connect battery Damaged battery Replace battery Transmitter will not turn Battery voltage too low Charge or change batteries Battery/ies installed improperly Correct installation...
  • Page 14 FRONT BULKHEAD ASSEMBLY HLNA0325 HLNA0398 HLNA0371 HLNA0308 HLNA0307 HLNA0360 FRONT PIVOT ASSEMBLY HLNA0309 HLNA0369 HLNA0310 HLNA0309 HLNA0326...
  • Page 15 1/10th SCALE 2WD ELECTRIC BUGGY FRONT PIVOT INSTALLATION HLNA0328 HLNA0360 HLNA0311 HLNA0360...
  • Page 16: Steering Bell Crank Assembly

    STEERING BELL CRANK ASSEMBLY HLNA0397 HLNA0352 HLNA0329 HLNA0397 HLNA0319 HLNA0329 Ball Bearing 1.5mm HLNA0319 HLNA0352 HLNA0329 HLNA0363 STEERING POST INSTALLATION HLNA0363 HLNA0319 HLNA0329 HLNA0329...
  • Page 17 1/10th SCALE 2WD ELECTRIC BUGGY FRONT TOP PLATE ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION HLNA0366 HLNA0366 HLNA0371 HLNA0307 HLNA0363 HLNA0305 HLNA0358 HLNA0366...
  • Page 18 FRONT STEERING BLOCK ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION HLNA0314 HLNA0352 HLNA0327 HLNA0352 HLNA0314 HLNA0314 HLNA0315 HLNA0315 HLNA0286 HLNA0369 HLNA0314 HLNA0326 Washer 2.0mm HLNA0369 HLNA0326...
  • Page 19 1/10th SCALE 2WD ELECTRIC BUGGY CAMBER AND STEERING LINK INSTALLATION HLNA0316 HLNA0316 HLNA0316 HLNA0316 FRONT SHOCK TOWER ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION HLN0368 HLN0370 HLNA0306 HLNA0366...
  • Page 20: Differential Assembly

    DIFFERENTIAL ASSEMBLY HLNA0344 grease HLNA0344 HLNA0340 HLNA0287 HLNA0340 HLNA0344 HLNA0344 HLNA0344 HLNA0340 HLNA0344 HLNA0340 HLNA0339 HLNA0339 HLNA0344 HLNA0344 HLNA0373 TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY HLNA0341 Left HLNA0341 HLNA0339 grease HLNA0341 HLNA0286 HLNA0366 HLNA0338 HLNA0338 Right...
  • Page 21: Slipper Clutch Assembly

    1/10th SCALE 2WD ELECTRIC BUGGY MOTOR PLATE INSTALLATION HLNA0335 HLNA0338 SLIPPER CLUTCH ASSEMBLY HLNA0336 HLNA0337 HLNA0372 HLNA0336 HLNA0341 HLNA0336 HLNA0345 0.00mm...
  • Page 22 REAR SHOCK TOWER ASSEMBLY HLNA0368 HLNA0366 HLNA0370 HLNA0306 HLNA0312 REAR BULKHEAD ASSEMBLY HLNA0325 HLNA0398 HLNA0308...
  • Page 23 1/10th SCALE 2WD ELECTRIC BUGGY REAR BULKHEAD INSTALLATION HLNA0366 HLNA0305 REAR T-PLATE ASSEMBLY, C PIVOT INSTALLATION HLNA0310 HLNA0311 HLNA0310 HLNA0358...
  • Page 24 REAR ARM INSTALLATION, D PIVOT INSTALLATION HLNA0309 HLNA0326 HLNA0310 HLNA0359 HLNA0310 (do not fully tighten) T-PLATE INSTALLATION HLNA0358...
  • Page 25: Transmission Installation

    1/10th SCALE 2WD ELECTRIC BUGGY TRANSMISSION INSTALLATION HLNA0366 HLNA0359...
  • Page 26: Rear End Assembly

    REAR END ASSEMBLY HLNA0367 HLNA0363 HLNA0311 HLNA0359 (re-install HLNA0311 from step 18)
  • Page 27 1/10th SCALE 2WD ELECTRIC BUGGY REAR HUB CARRIER ASSEMBLY HLNA0325 HLNA0313 HLNA0343 HLNA0315 HLNA0398 HLNA0286 HLNA0351 HLNA0344 HLNA0344 HLNA0315 HLNA0287 REAR HUB CARRIER INSTALLATION HLNA0313 (2mm) HLNA0313 (1mm) HLNA0326 HLNA0326...
  • Page 28 REAR CAMBER LINK INSTALLATION HLNA0316...
  • Page 29 1/10th SCALE 2WD ELECTRIC BUGGY RECEIVER BOX, ESC TRAY AND BATTERY STRAP INSTALLATION HLNA0321 HLNA0320 HLNA0321 HLNA0321 HLNA0360 HLNA0321 HLNA0321 HLNA0320 HLNA0321 HLNA0361 HLNA0320 HLNA0320 HLNA0320...
  • Page 30: Shock Assembly

    SHOCK ASSEMBLY HLNA0330 HLNA0354 HLNA0333 Front Rear HLNA0331 HLNA0332 HLNA0353 HLNA0332 HLNA0333 HLNA0332 Front HLNA0331 Rear HLNA0330 Down HLNA0331 HLNA0331 HLNA0331 HLNA0331 Front Shock HLNA0334 (Short) Rear Shock (Long) HLNA0331...
  • Page 31: Front Shock Installation

    1/10th SCALE 2WD ELECTRIC BUGGY FRONT SHOCK INSTALLATION HLNA0366 HLNA0331 HLNA0372 HLNA0331 REAR SHOCK INSTALLATION HLNA0331 HLNA0371 HLNA0366 HLNA0331...
  • Page 32 SERVO ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION HLNA0349 HLNA0058 HLNA0364 HLNA0352 HLNA0349 HLNA0363 HLNA0319 25.5 5°- 10° HLNA0358...
  • Page 33 1/10th SCALE 2WD ELECTRIC BUGGY MOTOR AND GEAR COVER INSTALLATION HLNA0392 HLNA0362 HLNA0130 HLNA0350 HLNA0399 HLNA0363 HLNA0363 HLNA0342 HLNA0342...
  • Page 34: Wing Installation

    WHEEL HEX AND TIRE INSTALLATION HLNA0315 HLNA0315 HLNA0315 HLNA0315 HLNA0315 HLNA0315 HLNA0318 HLNA0228 HLNA0315 HLNA0228 HLNA0317 WING INSTALLATION HLNA0312 HLNA0324 HLNA0312...
  • Page 35: Body Installation

    1/10th SCALE 2WD ELECTRIC BUGGY ESC AND ANTENNA INSTALLATION HLNA0357 HLNA130 BODY INSTALLATION HLNA0324...
  • Page 36 REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST... HLNA0226 ..HELION HRS-3.1 2.4GHz 3-CHANNEL RECEIVER ....................... HLNA0305 ..CHASSIS 1/10TH SCALE (CITERION) ..........................HLNA0306 ..SHOCK TOWER SET, F/R 1/10TH SCALE (CITERION) ......................HLNA0307 ..BULKHEAD SET, FRONT 1/10TH SCALE (CITERION) ......................HLNA0308 ..CAMBERBLOCK SET, F/R 1/10TH SCALE (CITERION) ......................
  • Page 37 1/10th SCALE 2WD ELECTRIC BUGGY ...REPLACEMENT PARTS CONTINUED HLNA0358 ..FLAT HEAD PHILIPS SCREWS (FHPS), BLACK ZINC, M3X8MM, 6 PCS................. HLNA0359 ..FLAT HEAD PHILIPS SCREWS (FHPS), BLACK ZINC, M3X10MM 6 PCS................HLNA0360 ..FLAT HEAD PHILIPS SCREWS (FHPS), BLACK ZINC, M3X12MM 6 PCS ................HLNA0361 ..FLAT HEAD PHILIPS SCREWS (FHPS), BLACK ZINC, M3X18MM 6 PCS.
  • Page 38 NOTES...
  • Page 39: Warranty And Service

    1/10th SCALE 2WD ELECTRIC BUGGY WARRANTY AND SERVICE With the purchase of this product you purchased at the same time a two-year warranty from date of purchase. The guarantee applies only to the already existing material on the purchase of the product and / or functional defects. Excluded from the guarantee: ·...
  • Page 40 See your local hobby dealer for the latest in genuine replacement parts and accessories for your Helion RC product ©2012 Helion RC Technical specifications, features and design are subject to change. Distribution: Robitronic Electronic GmbH Brunhildengasse 1/1, 1150 Vienna, Austria +43 (0)1 982 09 20 www.robitronic.com...

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