If you as the user do not accept liability of ownership, Traxxas requests that you do not use this product. Do not open any of the enclosed materials. Return the model to your hobby dealer. Your hobby dealer absolutely cannot accept an item for return or exchange after it has been run or is otherwise no longer in as-new condition.
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• Do not drive the XO-1 by yourself. Bring a friend along to act as For Expert Drivers For Expert Drivers ONLY operation of your model.
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The Battery’s temperature is important. Use the following a battery becomes swollen, deformed or appears damaged, DO use. Always use a balance charger with all Traxxas Power Cell temperature ranges as guidelines: NOT CHARGE. Follow the disposal instructions below to properly LiPo iD battery packs.
The XO-1 features a Castle Creations Brushless System pre- Support installed from the factory. The XO-1 is manufactured by Traxxas If you have any questions about your model or its operation, and is backed by full Traxxas factory support. The installed Mamba...
ANATOMY OF THE XO-1 Shock Drive Shaft Front Suspension Arm (Oil Damper) Chassis Brace Turnbuckle Receiver Box (Front Camber Link) Half Shaft Electronic Speed LED Light Pipe Front Body Mount Control Rear Body Mount Antenna Mount Diffuser Steering Battery Servo...
Make a habit of turning the transmitter on first, and off last. Follow these critical steps to maintain the performance of your model and keep it in excellent running condition. Look for the Quick Start logo at the bottom of Quick Start pages. XO-1 •...
INTRODUCTION Brushless Motor - A D/C brushless motor replaces the brushed motor’s traditional commutator and brush arrangement with intelligent Your model includes the latest Traxxas TQi 2.4GHz transmitter with Applying the Decals electronics that energize the electromagnetic windings in sequence Traxxas Link Model Memory.
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It is recommended to keep the Traxxas Link – Apple® iPhone®/iPad®/iPod touch® y Android ™ wire inside the body (in the antenna tube) to prevent the chance application that provides access to telemetry data and adjustments of damage.
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TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM Your model is equipped with the TQi 2.4GHz transmitter with the Traxxas Link ™ Wireless Module. The transmitter has two channels for Castle Creations controlling your throttle and steering. The receiver inside the model has 5 output channels. Your model is equipped with one servo and an Motor Specifications electronic speed control.
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1. Remove the battery compartment door by pressing the tab and If the status LED doesn’t light Note: When operating the XO-1 with 2s LiPo or NiMH batteries and sliding the door open. green, check the polarity of stock gearing, the top speed is 35+mph.
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2. Insert the hold-down into the lower set of holes in the center accommodate a variety of LiPo 155mm (6.10") long (stock) support. If you are installing Traxxas Power Cell 5000mAh 3S or 135mm (5.31") long battery configurations. From batteries, the hold-downs should be oriented so the side labeled the factory, the compartments •...
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(center) point of the steering channel. is to always turn the transmitter on first and off last. the battery pack is plugged Note: Traxxas Stability Management (TSM) must be completely in. The model could run out • Always use new or freshly charged batteries for the radio turned off while adjusting steering trim.
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The faster you drive your model, the more quickly it will near the installed does not match the number of cells detected by the limit of radio range. At 102mph, XO-1 covers 150 feet each second! speed control. It’s a thrill, but use caution to keep your model in range.
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The black wire, do not bend or was engineered into your Traxxas antenna is secured by a 3x4mm set cut the metal tip, and do not model by helping you to maintain screw.
5. Release the trigger to the neutral position. After a few seconds, you will hear multiple tones and ALL THE LEDs will shine. 6. Wait a few more seconds for the speed control to “arm”, indicated by a double tone. You are now ready to drive. XO-1 •...
DO NOT operate your model in wet conditions • Use good, common sense whenever you are driving your model. Your new Traxxas model features a waterproof steering servo Intentionally driving in an abusive and rough manner will only result and receiver box, but the electronic speed control, motor, in poor performance and broken parts.
Adjust the pre-load so that the ride height at the front of the model For increased stability, add 1°- 2° of toe-in to each front wheel. Use is 15mm, and the ride height at the rear of the model is 18mm. the turnbuckles to adjust the alignment. XO-1 •...
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Be careful Optional springs available from Traxxas are listed below. Refer to recheck your ride height as to your parts list for a complete part number listing. Higher rate this adjustment will change Do Not Use springs are stiffer.
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ESC. The servo’s output shaft will automatically jump to its center position. If you have questions or need technical assistance, call Traxxas at 7. Install the servo horn onto the servo output shaft. The servo horn...
If the bottom of the shock is leaking, then it is time interfere with the motor’s develops play (spur gear movement for a rebuild. The Traxxas rebuild kit for two shocks is part #5562. rotation and damage the that does not also move the drive motor’s internals!
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5. Remove the Cush Drive (removing the two 3x10 button head screws that thread into the motor mount through the chassis brace may help flex the chassis 4x12BCS brace out of the way). Cush Drive 4x18BCS Assembly 3x15BCS Front Suspension 3x25CCS Assembly 3x15CCS 4x15CCS XO-1 •...
(page 20). Adding roll resistance to one end of the vehicle will tend to add traction to the opposite end. For example, increasing roll resistance in the rear will provide more traction for the front wheels and potentially XO-1 •...
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The rear differential is filled with SAE 10,000W. repetitive starting and stopping. 4.51 4.91 5.30 Only use silicone oil in the differentials. Traxxas offers SAE 10,000W, Repetitive starting and stopping with the high-speed gear will 4.36 4.74 30,000W, and 50,000W viscosity oil (see your parts list). The result in motor overheating.
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5. Install the 2.5x12mm screws and tighten securely. 3. Remove the 3x15mm button head screw from the rear tie bar and set aside. If you have questions or need technical assistance, call Traxxas at 1-888-TRAXXAS Rear Differential Removal (1-888-872-9927) (U.S. residents only)
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For Expert Drivers ONLY WARNING! Now that you are familiar with the operation of the XO-1 in “out-of- the motor mount. This sets the pinion’s offset from the motor for the-box” trim, it’s time to explore the upper limits of its performance proper mesh with the spur gear.
OPERATING THE XO-1 AT MAXIMUM SPEED Unlocking the Power System for 100mph Running The XO-1 is “locked” to limit its top speed to 50mph. To access the To experience all the features model’s full power capability and 100+mph top speed, you must of the TQi transmitter with the “unlock”...
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Are there barricades to contain it? Can you see far enough to the left XO-1. Choose a day and a location where the wind is calm to prevent experienced users with advanced skills and right of your path to see if anyone is approaching? Where will and expert driving ability.
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The following items can be adjusted most easily using your mobile device and the Apple Traxxas Link app. All the features described below may also be accessed using the Android device into a powerful tuning tool that equips your TQi with an intuitive, ™...
Traxxas Link App is not running on car easier to drive throughout the rest of the course. Reducing steering...
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Model Lock The TQi transmitter allows you to choose the limit of the servo’s travel The Traxxas Link Model Memory feature can store up to thirty Starting Over: range (or its “end point”) independently for left and right travel (on the models (receivers) in its memory.
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Transmitter is restored to default Press Delete Model C onfirm Deletion XO-1 *Torque Control is a feature designed only for use with the power system in the Traxxas Funny Car Race Replica (Model #6907). • Two Blinks Green One Blink Red...
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Press SET Press MENU Press SET Press MENU 3 times Press SET Press/hold MENU servo to defaults XO-1 • green LED blinks green LED blinks (x2) green LED blinks green LED blinks (x2) red LED blinks red LED blinks (x4)
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