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Even if you are an experienced R/C enthusiast, it’s DRIVING YOUR important to read and follow the procedures in this manual. MODEL Thank you again for going with Traxxas. We work hard every day to ADJUSTING YOUR MODEL assure you the highest level of customer satisfaction possible. We...
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Traxxas 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 1100 Klein Road these instructions will be considered abuse and/or neglect. your model sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, safe, and fun Plano, Texas 75074 for you and those around you.
ESC and void the 30-day warranty. any special, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of the installation and/or use of LiPo batteries in Traxxas products. If you have questions about LiPo battery usage, please consult with your local hobby dealer or contact the battery manufacturer.
NiMH battery charger* Traxxas High-Current Connector* batteries Recycling Your Traxxas Power Cell NiMH Battery Traxxas strongly encourages you to recycle your Power Cell battery when it has reached the end of its useful life. Do not throw your battery in the trash.
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Spur Gear Chassis Steering Servo Slipper Clutch Antenna Mount Suspension Shock Arm (Rear) Receiver Box (Oil Damper) Front Body Mount Turnbuckle (Tie Rod) 6 • TRAXXAS Colors and appearance may vary from photo depending on your specific Monster Jam ® model.
6. Turn on the radio system • See page 13 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. TRAXXAS • 7...
THE TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAM Your model is equipped with the Traxxas TQ Radio System. XL-5 Wiring Diagram The Traxxas TQ Radio System is a 2-channel system that provides Motor high-power output up to a quarter mile. Your model uses one (Titan ®...
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Frequency band - The radio frequency used by the transmitter to send between two points, such as between the positive battery terminal signals to your model. All Traxxas RTR models operate on a 27 MHz and ground. Using the analogy of the garden hose, while current is the frequency band.
THE TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM INSTALLING TRANSMITTER BATTERIES CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK Your TQ transmitter uses 8 AA batteries. The battery compartment The included charger can be used to charge the included battery pack. The following Traxxas High is located in the base of the transmitter.
Secure, long-lasting, system’s range. and easy to grip, the Traxxas connector is engineered to extract all the power your battery has to give. To run this model, your batteries must be equipped with Traxxas High- Don’t push the transmitter...
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THE TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM TQ RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS Electronic Throttle Trim The electronic throttle trim located on the face of the transmitter adjusts the neutral (center) point of the throttle servo when the Brake/Reverse servo is at rest. If your model uses an electronic speed control instead of a throttle servo, this control has been preset for you at the factory.
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THE TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM TQ RADIO SYSTEM RULES 4. The on/off switch is integrated into the speed control. With the Channel 1 transmitter on, press the XL-5 set button for ½ second, until the Each time you prepare to run your model, you...
6. To stop, return the throttle trigger to neutral. Note that there is no 4. Do not change the position of any of the servo reversing switches after programmed delay when changing from reverse to forward. Use caution to 14 • TRAXXAS programming the XL-5 ESC.
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When the trigger is sidebar for more on Throttle Neutral Protection. returned to neutral, the XL-5 will (Low-Voltage Detection ACTIVE) or red (Low- Release Solid operate properly. Voltage Detection DISABLED). The model is ready to drive. TRAXXAS • 15...
RUNNING IN WET CONDITIONS limit your driving to paved surfaces only. Running in grass and Your new Traxxas model is designed with water-resistant features off-road could cause excessive loads on the electrical system in to protect the electronics in the model (receiver, servos, electronic the model.
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The motor will be cooled by water contact and will conditions. not give an accurate indication of appropriate gearing. • The Traxxas TQ transmitter is not water resistant. Do not subject it After Running Your Vehicle in Wet Conditions to wet conditions such as rain.
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(see page 8). 3. Bundle wiring as necessary. 4. Make sure the O-ring is properly seated into the groove in the receiver box bottom so that the cover will not pinch it or damage it in any way. 18 • TRAXXAS...
Take the time to set them correctly. Set the Traxxas cannot recommend the use of other non-Traxxas wheels steering trim on your transmitter to neutral. Now, adjust your servo Do not run your model with with different specifications.
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• Normal Conditions driving, smaller pinion gears are Does not fit. • High Top Speed recommended to reduce load on 21-Tooth Pinion • Long Distances 90-Tooth Spur the motor. See the guide below. • Hard Surfaces 20 • TRAXXAS *optional (sold separately)
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.
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