Installing Transmitter Batteries - Traxxas Summit Owner's Manual

If the status LED doesn't light
green, check the polarity
of the batteries. Check
rechargeable batteries for
a full charge. If you see any
other flashing signal from the
LED, refer to the chart on page
30 to identify the code.
Use the Right Batteries
Your transmitter uses
AA batteries. Use new
alkaline batteries. Do
not use rechargeable AA
cells to power the TQi
transmitter, as they will not
provide sufficient voltage
for optimum transmitter
performance.
Caution: Discontinue running
your model at the first sign of
weak batteries (flashing red
light) to avoid losing control.
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INSTALLING TRANSMITTER BATTERIES

Your TQi transmitter uses 4 AA batteries. The battery
compartment is located in the base of the transmitter.
1. Remove the battery compartment door by pressing the tab and
sliding the door open.
2. Install the batteries in the correct orientation as indicated in
the battery compartment.
3. Reinstall the battery door and snap it closed.
4. Turn on the transmitter and check the status indicator for a solid
green light.
If the status LED flashes red, the transmitter
batteries may be weak, discharged or possibly
installed incorrectly. Replace with new batteries.
The power indicator light does not indicate the
charge level of the battery pack installed in the
model. Refer to the Troubleshooting section on page 30 for more
information on the transmitter Status LED codes.
SELECTING BATTERIES FOR YOUR MODEL
Your model does not include batteries or a charger. Two NiMH or 2s
LiPo batteries equipped with Traxxas High-Current Connectors are
required. Traxxas Power Cell iD batteries are strongly recommended
for maximum performance and safer charging. The following chart
lists available Power Cell iD batteries for your model:
LiPo Batteries with iD
2843X 5800mAh 7.4V 2-Cell 25C LiPO Battery
2869X 7600mAh 7.4V 2-Cell 25C LiPO Battery
NiMH Batteries with iD
2923X Battery, Power Cell, 3000mAh (NiMH, 7-C flat, 8.4V)
2940X
Battery, Series 3 Power Cell, 3300mAh (NiMH, 7-C flat, 8.4V)
2950X Battery, Series 4 Power Cell, 4200mAh (NiMH, 7-C flat, 8.4V)
2960X Battery, Series 5 Power Cell, 5000mAh (NiMH, 7-C flat, 8.4V)
WARNING: FIRE HAZARD!
Users of Lithium Polymer (LiPo) batteries must read the
Warnings and Precautions beginning on page 4. You
MUST use a LiPo charger for LiPo batteries or battery damage
with the potential for fire will result.
SELECTING A CHARGER FOR YOUR MODEL
Make certain you choose the correct type of charger for the batteries
you select. Traxxas recommends you choose a genuine Traxxas
EZ-Peak iD charger for safer charging and maximum battery life and
performance.
NiMH
Charger Part No. Compatible
EZ-Peak Plus,
2970 YES
4 amps
EZ-Peak Live,
2971 YES
12 amps
EZ-Peak Dual,
2972 YES
8 amps
EZ-Peak Live
2973 YES
Dual, 26+ amps
LiPo Battery Max.
Compatible iD Cells
YES YES 3s
YES YES 4s
YES YES 3s
YES YES 4s