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Traxxas SLASH Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 MODEL 58024 owner s manual ’...
  • Page 2 If you are an ANATOMY OF the turns. The Traxxas Slash hangs it out for an all new way to experienced R/C enthusiast, you will find it helpful and fast. THE SLASH challenge your driving skills.

  • Page 3: Before You Proceed

    E-mail: support@Traxxas.com online community at Traxxas.com. Throughout this manual, you’ll notice warnings and helpful hints Traxxas offers a full-service, on-site repair facility to handle any of your identified by the icons below. Be sure to read them! Entire contents ©2019 Traxxas.

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model. Operate • Use Neutrally Timed Motors: For reverse use, the motors must have your model sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, safe, and 0°...

  • Page 5: Fire Hazard

    LiPos. on the risks associated with LiPo battery use. Traxxas does not • Store and transport your battery pack(s) in a cool dry place.
  • Page 6 If eye or skin contact occurs, flush with water. • If a battery gets hot to the touch during the charging process (temperature greater than 110°F / 43°C), immediately disconnect the battery from the charger and discontinue charging. 6 • SLASH...

  • Page 7: Tools, Supplies, And Required Equipment

    R/C toolbox: • Safety glasses • Traxxas Ultra Premium Tire Glue, Part #6468 (CA glue) • Hobby knife • Side cutters and/or needle nose pliers...
  • Page 8 ANATOMY OF THE SLASH Toe Link Front Shock Tower Battery Chassis Rear Shock Tower Slipper Clutch Compartment Electronic Speed Control Front Camber Link Battery Spur Gear Hold-Down Shock Steering Pinion Gear Servo Motor Transmission Antenna Mount Front Bumper Rear Bumper...

  • Page 9: Quick Start: Getting Up To Speed

    6. Turn on the radio system • See page 14 Make a habit of turning the transmitter on first and off last. Look for the Quick Start logo at the bottom of Quick Start pages. SLASH • 9...
  • Page 10 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM LiPo - Abbreviation for Lithium Polymer. Rechargeable LiPo INTRODUCTION battery packs are known for their special chemistry, which Your model includes the TQ 2.4GHz transmitter. When powered Applying the Decals allows extremely high energy density and current handling in a...
  • Page 11 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM Thermal Shutdown Protection - Temperature sensing electronics IMPORTANT RADIO SYSTEM PRECAUTIONS are used in the ESC to detect overloading and overheating of the • Do not kink the receiver antenna wire. Kinks in the antenna wire To prevent loss of radio range, transistor circuitry.

  • Page 12: Electronic Speed Control

    TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM Your model is equipped with the Traxxas TQ 2.4GHz transmitter. XL-5 Wiring Diagram MODEL WIRING DIAGRAM The transmitter has two channels: Channel one operates the Motor steering, and channel two operates the throttle. The receiver Antenna ®...

  • Page 13: Installing Transmitter Batteries

    LiPo and NiMH batteries. One NiMH batteries (Part # 2914) or or 2s LiPo battery equipped with a Traxxas High Current connector is rechargeable batteries, such required. Traxxas Power Cell iD batteries are strongly recommended for as NiMH (nickel-metal hydride) maximum performance and safer charging.

  • Page 14: Installing The Battery Pack

    Secure, long-lasting, and easy to grip, the Traxxas down over the post. Secure the connector is engineered to extract all the power your battery has to give.
  • Page 15 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS Steering reversing procedure: 1. Press and hold the SET button on the transmitter for two Make certain the model’s seconds. The status LED will flash green. receiver antenna is properly 2. Turn and hold the steering wheel to the full left or full right installed before operating position (it does not matter which position you choose).
  • Page 16 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM Range-Testing the Radio System USING THE RADIO SYSTEM Before each running session with your model, you should range-test your The TQ 2.4GHz Radio System has been adjusted at the factory for correct Using Reverse: While driving, radio system to ensure that it operates properly.

  • Page 17: Setting Up The Antenna

    TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM their model at distances farther than a football field (300+ feet). At TQ 2.4GHz Binding Instructions greater distances, you could lose sight of your model and you may For proper operation, the transmitter and receiver must be electronically To prevent loss of radio range, also exceed the radio system’s operating range, which will cause...

  • Page 18: Adjusting The Electronic Speed Control

    7. To turn the XL-5 off, press and hold the EZ-Set button for 1½ seconds or until it is programmed. the red LED turns off. 18 • SLASH...
  • Page 19 EZ-Set button. speed control, see “XL-5 Setup Release Solid Programming” on page 16. 4. The LED will blink and then turn solid green (Low-Voltage Detection ACTIVE) or red (Low-Voltage Detection DISABLED). The model is ready to drive. SLASH • 19...

  • Page 20: Driving Your Model

    Accelerate smoothly • The Traxxas TQ 2.4GHz transmitter is not water resistant. Do not subject it to wet (avoiding full throttle starts), with most of the driving being done at higher speeds.
  • Page 21 4. Blow off the truck with compressed air (optional, but recommended). Wear safety the receiver box. Label which wire is for which channel. glasses when using compressed air. 4. Apply a small bead of silicone grease (Traxxas part 5. Remove the wheels from the truck. #1647) to the wire clamp (B).

  • Page 22: Adjusting Your Model

    If the battery is extremely hot, and/or the motor Motor Screws is too hot to touch, your model is probably over-geared. If you are not able to run your model for at least four minutes before the battery dies, then 22 • SLASH...
  • Page 23 Repeat 1-6 if necessary. parallel to the ground. Observe how the model handles in turns. Proper SLASH • 23...

  • Page 24: Maintaining Your Model

    If the bottom of the shock is leaking, then it condition of the batteries. is time for a rebuild. The Traxxas rebuild kit for two shocks is 8. Check for any loose screws in the chassis structure part #2362.
  • Page 25 ’ MODEL 58024 6250 TRAXXAS WAY, McKINNEY, TEXAS 75070 1-888-TRAXXAS 190530 58024-OM-N-EN-R04...

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