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  • Page 1 MODEL 56076-1 owner s manual ’...
  • Page 2 TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Thank you again for going with Traxxas. We work hard every day to assure you the highest level of customer satisfaction possible. MAINTAINING We truly want you to enjoy your new model!
  • Page 3 Traxxas service needs. Maintenance and replacement Throughout this manual, you’ll notice warnings and helpful hints Summit, and EVX-2 are trademarks parts may be purchased directly from Traxxas by phone or online or registered trademarks of identified by the icons below. Be sure to read them! Traxxas.
  • Page 4 = Myriad Semi Bold SAFETY PRECAUTIONS All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model. • Never charge batteries on wood, cloth, carpet or on any other Operate your model sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, flammable material.
  • Page 5 Using a Schottky diode with your the RBRC (Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation) icon, Traxxas speed control will damage the ESC and void the 30-day indicating they are recyclable. To find a recycling center near you, warranty.
  • Page 6 R/C toolbox: • Safety glasses • Traxxas Ultra Premium Tire Glue, Part #6468 (CA glue) • Hobby knife • Side cutters and/or needle nose pliers 17mm wheel wrench 2.0mm “T”...
  • Page 7 Electronic Speed Control Battery Door Release Tab Pivot Ball Steering Servo Axle Carrier Traxxas High-Current Connector Front T-Lock Servo Push Rod Motor Rocker Slipper Clutch Rear Body Mount Transmission Front Body Chassis Mount Rear Bumper Shock...
  • Page 8 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 9: Radio System

    NiCad - Abbreviation for nickel-cadmium. The original rechargeable hobby pack, NiCad batteries have very high current handling, high capacity, and Your model includes the latest Traxxas TQi 2.4GHz transmitter with Traxxas Applying the Decals can last up to 1000 charging cycles. Good charging procedures are required Link ™...

  • Page 10: Transmitter And Receiver

    CH2 - Speed Control CH1 - Steering Servo Multi-Function CH1 - Channel 1 Knob ** Accessory sensor port for use with TQi Docking Base (see Traxxas.com and included materials for more information) EVX-2 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL Shift Switch Sensor Expansion (Channel 3)

  • Page 11: Installing Transmitter Batteries

    INSTALLING TRANSMITTER BATTERIES CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK Your TQi 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 Battery Packs

    Swap the battery retainer are included with the model. Your model’s included battery tabs from the left and right pack is equipped with Traxxas Battery Installation battery compartments. Battery iD. This exclusive 1. Open the battery compartment door by pressing on the release tabs.
  • Page 13 TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS Spring Clip Installation 1. Insert the two tabs on Unlock Remember, always turn the Diffs the spring clip into the TQi transmitter on first and rectangular tab slots in off last to avoid damage to Lock the chassis.

  • Page 14: Using The Radio System

    TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM Multi-Function Knob 7. Gently operate the throttle trigger to ensure that you have The Multi-Function knob can be programmed forward and reverse operation, and that the motor stops when Using Reverse: While driving, to control a variety of functions. From the the throttle trigger is at neutral.
  • Page 15 TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM Decreased Steering Sensitivity (Negative Exponential) TQi Binding Instructions By turning the Multi- For proper operation, the transmitter and receiver must be Turning Range Effective Turning To prevent loss of radio range at Transmitter Function knob clockwise, Range on Model electronically “bound.”...

  • Page 16: Adjusting The Electronic Speed Control

    Your model comes equipped with two Traxxas battery packs. The EVX-2 speed 2. Connect two fully charged battery packs to the EVX-2.
  • Page 17 ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL 4. Return the throttle trigger to neutral. The LED will shine red. 3. When the light blinks red twice, release the 5. Move the throttle trigger forward again to engage reverse (Profile #1). The LED EZ-Set button.

  • Page 18: Driving Your Model

    DRIVING YOUR MODEL Now it’s time to have some fun! This section contains instructions on using first gear in situations that require low speed will extend motor life. driving and making adjustments to your model. Before you go on, here Limit second-gear use to high-speed running.
  • Page 19 RUNNING IN WET CONDITIONS the tire centerline, 180 degrees apart. Your new Traxxas Summit is designed with water-resistant features 3. Confirm that the receiver box O-ring and cover are installed correctly to protect the electronics in the model (receiver, servos, electronic and secure.
  • Page 20 4. Apply a small bead of silicone grease corroding internal steel components. • Stub axle housing bearings: Remove, clean, and re-oil the bearings. (Traxxas part #1647) to the wire clamp. • Front and rear differential: Remove, 5. Install the wire clamp and tighten the two disassemble, clean, and re-grease 2.5x8mm cap screws securely.

  • Page 21: Tuning Adjustments

    Optional springs available from Rocker Arm Total Travel Progressive Rate Dot Color Spring Rate Traxxas are listed to the right. 90mm Double Yellow 28.0 lb/in (4.9 N/mm) Progressive 1 Refer to your parts list for a (60mm up / 30mm down) (Standard Rear) complete part number listing.
  • Page 22 When using the Progressive 1, 2, or 3 rockers, Traxxas #5439 springs to increase or decrease toe 2. Remove the upper shock cap (3.8 rate gold) provide a good starting point for suspension tuning.
  • Page 23 The lengths of the toe links can be piston bottoms out. adjusted by turning them with the included 5mm Traxxas wrench. 4. Lubricate the shaft and X-ring with silicone oil. Toe Base Factory Settings Install the X-ring over the shaft and into the bore of the shock body.
  • Page 24 Tighten • Better performance for Traxxas offers SAE 10,000W, 30,000W and 50,000W viscosity oil to tune into the large spur gear. The climbing on uneven terrain the action of the differentials. Lower-viscosity oil allows the differential purpose of the slipper clutch to operate more freely.
  • Page 25 TUNING ADJUSTMENTS model (listed in your parts list). Experimentation with different Adjusting Gear Mesh Gearing Compatibility Chart: The chart below shows a full range types of tires is recommended to see which ones work the best on Incorrect gear mesh is the most common of gear combinations.
  • Page 26 Summit. Optional steering servo horns are sold separately for use the spring slot perpendicular to the linkage and Locked with non-Traxxas servos. the bellcrank pushed away from the servo. 26 • SUMMIT...

  • Page 27: Maintaining Your Model

    5. Check the mounting of the receiver and servo(s) and overtightening. If the bottom of the shock is leaking, then it speed control. is time for a rebuild. The Traxxas rebuild kit for two shocks is 6. Check the tightness of the wheel nuts with a wrench. part #5462.

  • Page 28: Tq I Advanced Tuning Guide

    TRAXXAS LINK MODEL MEMORY counterclockwise to its stop will eliminate all brake action). Function knob) will not adjust the Traxxas Link Model Memory is an exclusive, patent-pending feature trim until it is moved back to its Throttle Trim of the TQi transmitter. Each time the transmitter is bound to a new original position saved in memory.
  • Page 29 To delete a model: in your collection and simply turn them on and drive. With Traxxas Link At some point, you may wish to delete a model you no-longer drive...
  • Page 30 3. Press SET. The red LED will blink in single intervals to indicate Steering Dual-Rate has been selected. Unlock Model Locking Press Traxxas-Link Press 4. Press MENU twice. The red LED will blink three times repeatedly to One Blink Green One Blink Red Four Blinks Green indicate Steering Percentage has been selected.
  • Page 31 Set Multi-Function knob for STEERING Press/hold MENU Press SET Press SET to confirm Press/hold MENU SENSITIVITY (Expo) green LED blinks red LED blinks green LED blinks (x8) returns to driving mode Set Multi-Function knob for THROTTLE MENU TREE FORMULAS Press/hold MENU Press SET Press MENU to confirm Press SET to select...
  • Page 32 Traxxas Link Module and the Traxxas When you equip your model The powerful Traxxas Link app (available in the Apple App Store) gives you Link application, visit with sensors, the Traxxas Link complete control over the operation and tuning of your Traxxas model Traxxas.com.
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  • Page 34 ’ MODEL 56076-1 6200 Traxxas Way McKinney, Texas 75070 1-888-TRAXXAS 141230 56076-1-OM-N-EN-R00...

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