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Summary of Contents for Traxxas Robby Gordon DAKAR TRUCK EDITION Series
- Page 1 MODEL 58044-1 DAKAR DAKAR TRUCK SERIES TRUCK SERIES Edition Edition owner s manual ’ RC TOYS...
- Page 2 Thank you for purchasing a Robby Gordon Dakar Truck Series PROCEED Traxxas Support Edition Traxxas Slash. Robby Gordon is one of the world’s most Traxxas support is with you every step of the versatile drivers, with wins and top-ten finishes in desert trucks, way.
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Page 3: Before You Proceed
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS materials to prevent serious damage to your model. Failure to follow All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model. Operate these instructions will be considered abuse and/or neglect. your model sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, safe, and fun for you and those around you. - Page 4 Recycling Your Traxxas Power Cell NiMH Battery 14 years of age without the properly installed on every motor to prevent radio interference. Capacitors have Traxxas strongly encourages you to recycle your Power Cell NiMH battery when it been provided with the XL-5. supervision of a responsible has reached the end of its useful life.
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Page 5: 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 6 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 Front Receiver Box Suspension Arm...
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Page 7: Quick Start: Getting Up To Speed
QUICK START: GETTING UP TO SPEED The following guide is an overview of the procedures for getting your model running. Look for the Quick Start logo on the bottom corners of Quick Start pages. The Quick Start Guide is not intended to replace the 1. - Page 8 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM INTRODUCTION LiPo - Abbreviation for Lithium Polymer. Rechargeable LiPo 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 9 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM IMPORTANT RADIO SYSTEM PRECAUTIONS Thermal Shutdown Protection - Temperature sensing electronics 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.
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Page 10: Electronic Speed Control
TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM MODEL WIRING DIAGRAM Your model is equipped with the Traxxas TQ 2.4GHz transmitter. XL-5 Wiring Diagram The transmitter has two channels: Channel one operates the Motor steering, and channel two operates the throttle. The receiver... -
Page 11: Installing Transmitter Batteries
INSTALLING TRANSMITTER BATTERIES CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK Your TQ 2.4GHz transmitter uses 4 AA batteries. The battery The Traxxas Battery Charger is a fully featured NiMH (Nickle Metal The included charger is compartment is located in the base of the transmitter. -
Page 12: Installing The Battery Pack
(sold separately) amount of resistance. Secure, long-lasting, and easy to grip, the Traxxas down over the post. Secure the to automatically recognize connector is engineered to extract all the power your battery has to give. - Page 13 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS Steering reversing procedure: 1. Press and hold the SET button on the transmitter for two seconds. Make certain the model’s 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 14 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.
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Page 15: 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 16: Adjusting The Electronic Speed Control
ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL The XL-5 electronic speed control is equipped with built-in Low-Voltage 2. Connect a fully charged battery pack to the XL-5. Detection. The Low-Voltage Detection circuitry constantly monitors the 3. Turn on the transmitter (with the throttle at neutral). XL-5 Specifications battery voltage. - Page 17 ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL 8. The XL-5 is equipped with thermal shutdown protection to guard against Selecting Training Mode (Profile #3: 50% Forward, 100% Brakes, 50% Reverse) overheating caused by excessive current flow. If the operating temperature 1. Connect a fully charged battery pack to the Patented Training Mode exceeds safe limits, the XL-5 will automatically shut down.
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Page 18: 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 19 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).
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Page 20: Adjusting Your Model
° ° -1.5 ° -1.5 ° ADJUSTING YOUR MODEL Once you become familiar with driving your model, you might or less) flow more smoothly and are more All of the toe links are installed on need to make adjustments for better driving performance consistent, while thicker oils provide more the truck so the left-hand thread damping. - Page 21 ADJUSTING YOUR MODEL Adjusting the Slipper Clutch minutes before the battery dies, then change to a lower gear ratio. This temperature test assumes that the model is close to factory stock The model is equipped with an Do not run your model with the adjustable slipper clutch, which is built weight and operates freely with no excessive friction, dragging, or slipper clutch adjusting spring...
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Page 22: 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.