Traxxas E Revo 5605 Owner's Manual page 12

Use the Right Charger
The most convenient type
of charger is an AC peak-
detecting charger that plugs
directly into an AC wall
outlet. It contains special
peak-detection circuitry
that automatically shuts the
charger off when the battery
is fully charged.
If you're using a 15-minute
timed charger, always fully
discharge the battery pack
before each charge. Some
high mAh battery packs
(1500 mAh or higher) require
more than the standard 15
minutes of charge time. If
the battery pack is cold after
15 minutes of charging,
add another 5 minutes of
charge time. Closely monitor
the battery pack and stop
charging it when it begins
to feel warm to the touch.
Never leave a battery
charging unattended.
Always follow charger
manufacturer's instructions.
12 • E-Revo
The Traxxas TQ Radio System
Installing Battery Packs
The E-Revo requires two fully charged 7.2 or 8.4-volt (stick style)
NiMH battery packs. These batteries are not included with the model.
For the best performance, use 8.4-volt (7-cell) NiMH battery packs.
Using Different Battery Configurations
The battery compartments in the E-Revo are adjustable to
accommodate a large variety of battery packs. From the factory, the
battery compartments are configured to accept most common 7-cell
NiMH stick packs.
The E-Revo battery compartments have three key features for
keeping your batteries secure:
1. A foam rubber cushion
2. A spring clip. This is removable for use with taller batteries.
3. A battery retainer tab. This is adjustable to fit a variety of battery sizes.
Foam Spring
Cushion Clip
We recommend using this combination for all NiMH batteries. Make
sure to adjust the battery retainer tab to keep your battery pack snug
against the foam rubber cushion. This does not need to be very
tight. It only needs to prevent the battery from moving excessively
during use.
Battery Installation
1. Open the battery
compartment door
by pressing on the
release tabs.
2. Install the battery
pack with the battery wires facing the rear of the model.
3. Make sure the battery is snug in the compartment. If not, remove
battery and make
adjustment to the
battery retaining tab.
4. Route the battery
wire through the slot
near the vent.
7-cell Battery Orientation
5. Close the battery door, making sure not to pinch the battery wires.
Be sure both release tabs are fully engaged with the door. Do not
connect the battery packs to the EVX-2 at this time. Note: always
unplug the batteries and remove from the model after use.
6-cell battery packs:
Swap the battery
retainer tabs from the
left and right battery
compartments. This
will provide additional
adjustment needed to
keep the 6-cell battery packs snug against the foam rubber cushions.
Adjusting Battery Position
The best handling and performance is achieved when the batteries
are positioned to the front of the battery compartment (against the
foam rubber cushion). However, you can reposition the batteries to
change the weight distribution and handling if desired. The E-Revo
includes an extra set
Retainer
Tab of battery retainer tabs
that can be used in the
front of the battery
compartment to move
the batteries toward the
rear of the truck.
When using the battery
retainer tabs in the front of the battery compartment, use two
3x10 countersunk cap screws to retain each battery retainer tab.
Do not use the battery retainer tabs in the front of the battery
compartments when using LiPo batteries that are not in a hard
plastic case (The EVX-2 is not compatible with LiPo batteries, see
information below about using LiPo batteries).
Using LiPo Battery Packs in your E-Revo
Warning:
compatible with LiPo batteries. The EVX-2 electronic speed control
is not equipped with low-voltage detection. For LiPo use, the
Battery Wire Slot
EVX-2 power system requires an external low voltage detector for
each battery pack (sold separately, consult your hobby dealer). If
you are using an aftermarket electronic speed control, consult the
manufacturer's instructions for information about LiPo compatibility.
6-cell Battery Orientation
Retainer Tabs
Alternate Rear Position
6-cell Battery Orientation
The EVX-2 electronic speed control is not directly