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MODEL 95076-4
OWNER'S MANUAL

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  • Page 1 MODEL 95076-4 OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 BEFORE YOU Traxxas Support PROCEED monster truck. The all-new Traxxas Sledge is an 1/8 scale beast Traxxas support is with you every step of the forged from a ribbed aluminum chassis and reinforced to the way. Refer to the next page to find out how to SAFETY hilt.

  • Page 3: Before You Proceed

    Technical support is available Monday through Friday from 8:30am the model carefully. If for some reason you decide it is not what to 9:00pm central time. Technical assistance is also available at Traxxas. Internet you wanted, then do not continue any further. Your hobby dealer com.

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model. • Disconnect the Battery: Always disconnect the battery from the Operate your model sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, speed control when not in use.

  • Page 5: Fire Hazard

    • DO NOT disassemble, crush, short circuit, or expose the batteries to associated with LiPo battery use. Traxxas does not recommend flame or other source of ignition. that anyone under the age of 14 use or handle LiPo battery packs without the supervision of a knowledgeable and responsible •...

  • Page 6: Tools, Supplies And Required Equipment

    *Battery and charger style is subject to change and may vary from images. REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE BODY Your Sledge™ includes an innovative latching system (patent pending) for securing the body to the chassis (body clips are not required). To remove the body for chassis access: 1.
  • Page 7 ANATOMY OF THE SLEDGE Front Suspension Arm Front Camber Link Toe Link Receiver Box Antenna Mount Rear Suspension Arm Chassis LED Light Pipe Chassis Brace Rod Shock Motor Electronic Speed Control Front Chassis Brace Wing Front Bumper Front Body Mount...

  • Page 8: Quick Start: Getting Up To Speed

    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. 8 • SLEDGE...

  • Page 9: Radio System

    Cogging - Cogging is a condition sometimes associated with brushless motors. Typically it is a slight stutter noticed when Your model includes the latest Traxxas TQi 2.4GHz transmitter with Applying the Decals accelerating from a stop. It happens for a very short period as Traxxas Link™...
  • Page 10 When flow is constricted, energy is converted to heat and is battery terminal and ground. Using the analogy of the garden lost. Traxxas power systems are optimized to reduce electrical hose, while current is the quantity of water flow in the hose, resistance and the resulting power-robbing heat.

  • Page 11: Transmitter And Receiver

    TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM Your model is equipped with the TQi 2.4GHz transmitter with Traxxas Link ™ Model Memory. The transmitter has two channels for Wiring Diagram controlling your throttle and steering. The receiver inside the model has 5 output channels. Your model is equipped with one servo and an electronic speed control.

  • Page 12: Installing Transmitter Batteries

    Make certain you choose the correct type of charger for the batteries you solid green light. avoid losing control. select. Traxxas recommends you choose a genuine Traxxas EZ-Peak iD If the status LED flashes red, the transmitter charger for safer charging and maximum battery life and performance.

  • Page 13: Installing Battery Packs

    Battery iD hold-down using the two Traxxas recommended release tabs and lift the hold- battery packs are equipped with Traxxas Battery iD. This down up. exclusive feature allows 2. Insert a fully charged Traxxas battery chargers (sold battery/batteries into the...
  • Page 14 The electronic steering trim located on the face of the transmitter adjusts the neutral (center) point of the steering channel. Note: Traxxas Stability Management (TSM) must be completely turned off while adjusting steering trim. See page 16 for TSM adjustments.
  • Page 15 EZ-Set button. Release the LINK button. 3. When the transmitter and receiver’s LEDs turn solid green, the system is bound and ready for use. Confirm that the steering and throttle operate properly before driving your model. SLEDGE • 15...

  • Page 16: Setting Up The Antenna

    TSM to maximize acceleration and control. Drive with TSM on and off to test how it is making your control of the vehicle easier and more precise. For more information, visit Traxxas. com/tsm. Note: TSM must be completely turned off while adjusting steering trim.

  • Page 17: Adjusting The Electronic Speed Control

    It will blink once, then twice, then Profile #2 (Race Mode): 100% Forward, 100% Brakes, No Reverse TRAXXAS • 17 three times, then repeat. Profile #3 (Training Mode): 50% Forward, 100% Brakes, 50% Reverse...
  • Page 18 VXL-6s and turn on your accessories, such as LED light kits or additional cooling fans (see Traxxas.com for additional information). transmitter. 2. Press and hold the Always be sure to keep the panel cover installed when...
  • Page 19 Stop driving the model. The VXL-6s will stay in this critical functioning or programming error. Disconnect mode until the battery voltage is recovered or fully the batteries and contact Traxxas Customer Service charged batteries are connected. for assistance. • Voltage LED (V) Slow Blinking Red: The VXL-6s has entered Low Voltage Protection, Stage 2.

  • Page 20: Driving Your Model

    Another major factor that affects run time is how the model is driven. conditions. Run times may decrease when the model is driven repetitively from a • The Traxxas TQi transmitter is not water resistant. Do not subject it 20 • SLEDGE stop to top speed and with repetitive hard acceleration.
  • Page 21 (such as a week or longer). This additional maintenance is needed to prevent any trapped moisture from corroding internal steel components. • Stub axle housing bearings: Remove, clean, and re-oil the SLEDGE • 21 bearings.
  • Page 22 2. To remove the receiver from the box, simply lift it out and set to the 8. Apply a small bead of silicone grease (Traxxas part #1647) to the side. The antenna wire is still inside the clamp area and cannot be wire clamp (C).

  • Page 23: Basic Tuning Adjustments

    Adjust the ride height so that the suspension arms are just slightly The four GT-Maxx® shocks above being parallel to the ground. Observe how Sledge handles greatly influence handling. in turns. Proper setup will add stability and help prevent spinouts.

  • Page 24: Motors And Gearing

    Changing 3x8mm CCS stripped spur gears. Sledge the gearing allows you to fine tune the speed of the model and Spur Gear makes improper gear control the temperatures of the battery pack and motor.
  • Page 25 BASIC TUNING ADJUSTMENTS TEMPERATURES AND COOLING CENTERING YOUR SERVO If you have removed the servo horn from your Sledge’s steering Monitoring temperatures will extend the lives of the batteries and servo, or the servo has been removed for service or cleaning, the motors.

  • Page 26: Maintaining Your Model

    If the bottom of the shock is leaking, then it the vehicle. Always disconnect and remove the batteries from the is time for a rebuild. The Traxxas rebuild kit for two shocks is model whenever the model is stored. If the model will be stored for part #8962.

  • Page 27: Tq I Advanced Tuning Guide

    (set to The Multi-Function knob can be set to control Throttle Sensitivity. Traxxas Stability Management (TSM) by default, see page 16). Accessing Throttle Sensitivity works the same way as Steering Sensitivity, but...
  • Page 28 This is especially handy if you operate multiple equipped with a built-in failsafe This allows you to fine-tune the servo settings to prevent binding vehicles with a single transmitter via Traxxas Link Model Memory. ™ function that returns the throttle...
  • Page 29 Model Lock locked. Press and hold MENU to return to driving mode. The Traxxas Link Model Memory feature can store up to thirty models Note: To unlock a memory, press SET twice at step 5. The LED will (receivers) in its memory. If you bind a thirty-first receiver, Traxxas Link blink rapidly green to indicate the model is unlocked.
  • Page 30 Transmitter is restored to default Press Delete Model C onfirm Deletion Two Blinks Green One Blink Red *Torque Control is a feature designed only for use with the power system in the Traxxas Funny Car Race Replica (Model #6907).
  • Page 31 ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE Set Multi-Function MENU TREE FORMULAS knob for STEERING Press/hold MENU Press SET Press SET to confirm Press/hold MENU SENSITIVITY (Expo) To select functions and make adjustments to the TQi transmitter without green LED blinks red LED blinks green LED blinks (x8) returns to driving mode referencing the menu tree, turn your transmitter on, find the function in the...
  • Page 32 For more information about the Traxxas Link When you equip your model The powerful Traxxas Link app (available in the Apple App Store or on Wireless Module and the Google Play™) gives you complete control over the operation and tuning...
  • Page 34 OWNER’S MANUAL MODEL 95076-4 6250 Traxxas Way, McKinney, TX 75070 1-888-TRAXXAS 220503 95076-4-OM-EN-R01...

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