Water-Resistant Vehicle With Waterproof Electronics; Wet Conditions Maintenance - Team Losi LST XXL2 Instruction Manual

Water-resistant Vehicle with Waterproof Electronics

Your new Horizon Hobby vehicle has been designed and built with a combination of
waterproof and water-resistant components to allow you to operate the product in
many "wet conditions", including puddles, creeks, wet grass, snow and even rain.
While the entire vehicle is highly water-resistant, it is not completely waterproof
and your vehicle should NOT be treated like a submarine. The various electronic
components used in the vehicle, such as the servo(s) and receiver are waterproof,
however, most of the mechanical components are water-resistant and should not be
submerged.
Metal parts, including the bearings, hinge pins, screws and nuts, as well as the
contacts in the electrical cables, will be susceptible to corrosion if additional
maintenance is not performed after running in wet conditions. To maximize the long-
term performance of your vehicle and to keep the warranty intact, the procedures
described in the "Wet Conditions Maintenance" section below must be performed
regularly if you choose to run in wet conditions. If you are not willing to perform the
additional care and maintenance required, then you should not operate the vehicle in
those conditions.
CAUTION: Failure to exercise caution while using this product and
complying with the following precautions could result in product
malfunction and/or void the warranty.

Wet Conditions Maintenance

• Remove the battery pack(s) and dry the contacts. If you have an air compressor
or a can of compressed air, blow out any water that may be inside the recessed
connector housing.
• Remove the tires/wheels from the vehicle and gently rinse the mud and dirt off with
a garden hose. Avoid rinsing the bearings and transmission.
NOTICE: Never use a pressure washer to clean your vehicle.
• Use an air compressor or a can of compressed air to dry the vehicle and help
remove any water that may have gotten into small crevices or corners.
• Spray the bearings, drive train, fasteners and other metal parts with a water-
displacing light oil or lubricant.
Components
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• Spektrum DX2E 2.4GHz DSM
• Dynamite ® .31 Gasoline Engine
• Spektrum High-Torque Servo
• 4 AA batteries (for transmitter)
• Dynamite 7.4V 2000mAh Li-Po receiver pack.
• Dynamite Spin-Start handheld Starter
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
• Read through the wet conditions maintenance procedures and make sure that you
have all the tools you will need to properly maintain your vehicle.
• Not all batteries can be used in wet conditions. Consult the battery manufacturer
before use. Caution should be taken when using Li-Po batteries in wet conditions.
• Most transmitters are not water-resistant. Consult your transmitter's manual or the
manufacturer before operation.
• Never operate your transmitter or vehicle where lightning may be present.
• Do not operate your vehicle where it could come in contact with salt water (ocean
water or water on salt-covered roads), contaminated or polluted water. Salt water is
very conductive and highly corrosive, so use caution.
• While the air fi lter assembly can be designed to limit or restrict water ingestion into
the engine, no air fi lter is completely waterproof. If too much water is ingested into
the engine, severe damage to the engine may result.
• Do not expose your engine to rapid changes in temperature. These engines
tend to operate at temperatures between 200–250°F (93–121°C) in normal
operating conditions. If the engine is exposed to cold water while operating at this
temperature, there is a risk of "thermal shock", which could cause undue stress on
the engine and a shortened engine lifespan.
• Driving in wet conditions can reduce the life of the engine. The additional
resistance of operating in water causes excess strain. Alter the gear ratio by using
a smaller pinion or larger spur gear. This will reduce the load on the engine (and
engine temperatures) when running in mud, deeper puddles, or any wet conditions
that will increase stress on the engine for an extended period of time.
• Let the vehicle air dry before you store it. Water (and oil) may continue to drip for a
few hours.
• Increase the frequency of disassembly, inspection and lubrication of the following:
• Front and rear axle hub assembly bearings.
• All transmission cases, gears and differentials.
• Engine air fi lter element.
• Engine clutch assembly, including shoes and bearings.
Tools Included
• Wheel wrench
• Four (4) Hex "L" Wrench Set: .050-inch, 1/16-inch, 5/64-inch and 3/32-inch
• Shock Bottom wrench
• Turnbuckle/Shock Top wrench
Needed to Complete
• Gasoline
• 500cc Fuel Bottle (DNY2003)
• 7.2V battery and charger for the Spin-Start (included)
• Small fl at blade and Phillips screwdrivers (DYN3093 and DYN3048)
• Needle-nose pliers
• Quality .050-inch, 1/16-inch, 5/64-inch, 3/32-inch, 1.5mm and 2.5mm hex
(Allen) drivers (DYN2950)
Use only Dynamite tools or other high-quality tools. Use of inexpensive tools
can cause damage to the small screws and parts used on this type of model.
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