• Most importantly, use good common sense at all times. parts may be purchased directly from LaTrax by phone Speed Control or online at LaTrax.com. You can save time, along with • Disconnect the Battery: Always disconnect the battery shipping and handling costs, by purchasing replacement from the model when not in use.
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INTRODUCTION WARNING! CAUTION! DANGER! FIRE HAZARD! Your model is able to use • ALWAYS inspect your LiPo batteries carefully LiPo batteries. Charging and discharging before charging. Look for any loose leads or batteries has the potential for fire, explosion, serious connectors, damaged wire insulation, damaged cell injury, and property damage if not performed per packaging, impact damage, fluid leaks, swelling...
INTRODUCTION (continued from previous page) • DO NOT charge batteries inside of an automobile. DO • If a battery gets hot to the touch during the charging NOT charge batteries while driving in an automobile. process (temperature greater than 110°F / 43°C), This charger is equipped with a long cord intended immediately disconnect the battery from the charger to allow the battery to be charged outside of an...
MODEL OVERVIEW Front Body Mount Front Bumper Front Shock Suspension Front Differential Front Camber Link Toe Link Steering Servo Receiver Box Plug Chassis Battery Compartment Receiver Box Battery Hold-Down Motor Electronic Pinion Gear Speed Control Spur Gear Rear Differential Rear Suspension Arm Rear Body Mount Rear Camber Link Rear Bumper...
GETTING STARTED INSTALLING TRANSMITTER BATTERIES WARNING: Your transmitter uses 4 AA batteries. The battery compartment is located in the base of the transmitter. FIRE HAZARD! 1. Remove the battery compartment door by pressing the DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CHARGE LIPO BATTERIES tab and sliding the door open.
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GETTING STARTED INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK Your model includes a 7.2V 6-cell NiMH battery pack. Follow these steps to install the battery: 1. Remove the body clip from the battery hold- down, and then remove the battery hold-down. 2. Install the battery pack into the battery compartment with the battery wires facing the...
For additional information and how-to videos, visit LaTrax.com. Receiver - The radio unit inside your model that receives signals from the transmitter and relays them to the servos.
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THE 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM RADIO SYSTEM RULES TRANSMITTER • The 2.4GHz transmitter has a directional antenna. Set Button Steering Wheel For maximum range, hold the transmitter upright and pointed in the direction of the model. Pointing the Red/Green transmitter away from the model will reduce radio range. Status LED Steering Trim...
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THE 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS servo. Also, check that the steering mechanism is not loose or binding. If the steering operates slowly, check for weak batteries. 6. When looking down at the model, the front wheels should be pointing straight ahead. If the wheels are turned slightly to the left or right, slowly adjust the steering trim control on the transmitter until they are pointing straight ahead.
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THE 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM RADIO SYSTEM BASIC ADJUSTMENTS 3. While holding the throttle trigger in position, press the SET button to reverse the channel. Steering Trim The steering trim knob located on the face of 4. The channel is now reversed. Recalibrate the speed the transmitter adjusts the neutral (center) point control and then confirm correct servo operation before of the steering channel.
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THE 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM TRANSMITTER LED CODES LED Color / Pattern Name Notes Solid green Normal Driving Mode See page 11 for information on how to use the transmitter controls. Slow red Binding See page 12 for more information on binding. (0.5 sec on / 0.5 sec off) Flashing medium red Low Battery Alarm...
ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL PROFILE SELECTION 2. With the ESC off, press and hold the EZ-Set button The speed control is factory set to Sport Mode (100% until the LED turns solid green, then solid red, and then forward, brakes, and reverse). You can program the speed begins blinking red (indicating the Profile numbers).
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ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL 5. Move the throttle trigger forward again to engage ESC Battery Settings (Low-Voltage Detection Setting) reverse (Profile #1). The LED will turn off. Once full The ESC is equipped with a built-in Low-Voltage Detection reverse power is reached, the LED will shine RED. feature that constantly monitors the battery voltage when activated.
DRIVING YOUR MODEL Now it’s time to have some fun! This section contains • If the rims spin inside the tires during runs, the tires can be instructions on driving and making adjustments to your glued to the rims for better performance. Use Traxxas Ultra model.
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This can cause long-term • The LaTrax 2.4GHz transmitter is not water resistant. Do problems with the sensitive electronics in the receiver. not subject it to wet conditions such as rain.
If you misplace your manual or any of connections. the documents, they may be downloaded at LaTrax.com. Check the mounting of the receiver and servo and speed If you have any questions about your model or its operation, call the control.
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