Estes 9120 – Funny Cars - Manual

NOTICE:
Estes Rocket Powered Racers are for use only outside. The racetrack should only be set up
on smooth hard pavement a minimum of 100 ft. (30.5 m) long by 30 ft. (9.1 m) wide. Before
running your Racers, READ THE ROCKET POWERED MODEL CAR SAFETY CODE!
Failure to follow the Safety Code could result in serious injury to you, others and/or personal
property. You are responsible for the safe operation of this product!
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
ESTES INDUSTRIES
1295 H Street
Penrose, CO 81240
PRINTED IN CHINA
Rocket-Powered Model Car - I will only operate my car outdoors according to the instructions. I will not alter my car or its parts in any way.
I will inspect my car after each run and replace any part that is damaged before racing again.
Engine - I will use only the rocket fuel race engine recommended for my car. I will not alter the race engine, its parts or its ingredients in
any way.
Electrical Ignition - I will only ignite my rocket fuel race engine when it is in the car and the car is fully engaged to the racetrack. I will only
ignite my race engine with an igniter and the electrical ignition system provided. I will remove the safety key from the system immediately
after ignition. I will never ignite the race engine when it's not in the car and on the racetrack.
Race Line - I will use only the race line recommended for my car. I will not alter the race line in any way. I will check the race line after each
run and replace the entire race line if it is damaged in any way.
Racetrack - I will always keep my racetrack line tight so there is never any slack in the line. I will inspect my racetrack after each run and
will repair or replace any parts with wear or damage before racing again. I will not alter my racetrack in any way.
Racetrack Site - I will only set my racetrack up outdoors on a smooth, flat surface, free of obstructions, cracks, holes and debris. The site
will be clear of all items that may burn including brown grass and dry weeds. I will not use ramps or other items with my track that could
cause my car to become airborne. I will not operate the car and racetrack in streets, alleys or parking lots that are busy or in areas where
prohibited by law. My racetrack site will be at least as large as 100 ft. x 30 ft. (30.5 m x 9.1 m).
Racetrack Safety - I will not permit anyone to cross the racetrack while my car is on the track with engine installed or when running. I will
not run my car when the track is wet or if it is windy. I will not operate my car in any manner that is hazardous to people, animals or property.
Racing - I will make certain all persons are at least 15 ft. (4.6 m) away from my racetrack in all directions before igniting my car’s engine. I
will provide an audible signal that the run is about to begin and provide a countdown or advise that the timing lights are working before
igniting the engine.
Braking - I will not run my car without the drag 'chute braking system correctly attached to the race line. After each race I will check the
drag 'chute and replace it if it has been damaged. I will not alter the braking system in any way.
Pledge - As an owner of an Estes rocket-powered model car, I promise to faithfully follow all rules of safe rocket-powered model car racing
as established in the above safety code.
Signature: _____________________________________________________________
Important - Failure to follow the Estes Rocket-Powered Model Car Safety Code may result in serious injury to you and others as well as
cause serious damage to property for which you may be liable. Any negligent use of the product may void the warranty and you may be
held responsible for all claims.
ESTES
®
ROCKET-POWERED MODEL CAR SAFETY CODE
Read Before Using-Keep for Future Reference.
FUNNY CAR WITH DIGITAL SPEEDOMETER (MODELS #2043, #2044, #2045)
2-Vinnic L1121 alkaline watch/calculator batteries are installed in the Funny Car.
Should they need to be replaced, follow these steps:
1. Remove screws from top of battery cap and lift off cap.
2. Push back metal retainer arm of battery holder to remove old batteries.
3. Insert two new batteries into battery holder. Pay attention to the polarity markings on the batteries.
4. Replace battery cap then insert and tighten screws.
BATTERY CAUTION:
• Install batteries in the correct polarity.
• Use only batteries of the same or equivalent type recommended.
• Do not use rechargeable batteries in the racer.
• Remove old or dead batteries from racer when not in use for long time periods.
• Properly dispose of old batteries.
HOW THE SPEEDOMETER WORKS: (see back page for racing instructions)
A. When Funny Car is ready to race, press the reset button
to activate the speedometer. A ‘0’ will appear in the
window and 2 dots will alternate off & on. DO NOT move
the car once the speedometer is activated.
B. Race the Funny Car down
the racetrack.
C. At the end of the race, read the speed the car went on the LCD
screen (Alternates from MPH to KPH every 2 seconds). Clear
the speed from the LCD by pressing the reset button once.
NOTE: The speed reading will automatically clear itself after
about 5 minutes if the button is not pressed after a race.
REPLACING SPEEDOMETER BATTERIES
Replacement Batteries Cross Reference for
Vinnic L1121 Watch/Calculator battery:
Eveready 191 Panasonic LR1120
IMPORTANT!!
If you purchased a Blurzz™ Rocket Powered Dragster (#2040 Red Menace, #2041 Blue Storm or #2042 Green
Mantis) with racetrack, you will need to replace the racetrack before you can run your Rocket Powered
Funny Car. The engine mount attached to the dragster racetrack will not work with the Funny Car.
The replacement racetrack has an engine mount designed to work with all Estes Rocket Powered
Racers (
Dragster, Tuner and Funny Car) .
For your FREE replacement racetrack, please contact the Estes Customer Service Department
at 800-525-7561 ext. 216, Monday - Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM Mountain time, or go to
www.estesrockets.com and click on customer service tab along top of page then click on the
Replacment Racetrack Form box, fill in the information and click the send form.
OLD ENGINE MOUNT DESIGN
(Plastic colors are red, blue and green)
NEW ENGINE MOUNT DESIGN
(Plastic color is silver)
SUPPLIES Sold separately:
BLURZZ™ A10-PT
RACE ENGINES
BLURZZ™ ROCKET
POWERED RACE SET
RESET
BUTTON
SMALL PHILLIPS
SCREWDRIVER
BATTERY
CAP
METAL
RETAINER