Traxxas 39036-1 - Manual (Page 26)

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MAINTAINING YOUR MODEL
Your model requires timely maintenance in order to stay in top
running condition. The following procedures should be taken
very seriously.
Inspect the vehicle for obvious damage or wear. Look for:
1. Cracked, bent, or damaged parts
2. Check the wheels and steering for binding.
3. Check the operation of the shock absorbers.
4. Check the wiring for any frayed wires or loose connections.
5. Check the mounting of the receiver and servo(s) and
speed control.
6. Check the tightness of the wheel nuts with a wrench.
7. Check the operation of the radio system, especially the
condition of the batteries.
8. Check for any loose screws in the chassis structure
or suspension.
9. Inspect the gears for wear, broken teeth, or debris lodged
between the teeth.
10. Check the tightness of the slipper clutch.
11. Check the tightness of the front pivot balls.
Other periodic maintenance:
• Slipper clutch pads (friction material):
Under normal use, the friction material in the slipper clutch
should wear very slowly. If the thickness of any one of the slipper
clutch pads is 1.8mm
or less, the friction disc
should be replaced.
Measure the pad
thickness using calipers
or measuring against
the diameter of the 1.5 and
2.0mm hex wrenches provided
with the model.
• Chassis: Keep the chassis clean of
accumulated dirt and grime. Periodically inspect
the chassis for damage.
• Motors: Every 10-15 runs, remove, clean, and lubricate the
motors. Use a product such as electric motor cleaning spray to
flush dirt out of the motors. After cleaning, lubricate the bushings
at each end of the motors with a drop of light-weight electric
motor oil.
• Shocks: Keep the oil level in the shocks full. Use only 100%
pure silicone shock oil to prolong the life of the seals. If you are
experiencing leakage around the top of the shock, inspect the
bladder in the top cap for signs of damage or distortion from
overtightening. If the bottom of the shock is leaking, then it
is time for a rebuild. The Traxxas rebuild kit for two shocks is
part #2362.
• Suspension: Periodically inspect the model for signs of damage
such as bent or dirty suspension pins, bent turnbuckles, loose
screws, and any signs of stress or bending. Replace components
as needed.
• Driveline: Inspect the driveline for signs of wear such as worn
drive yokes, dirty axle half shafts, and any unusual noise or
binding. Remove the gear cover and Inspect the spur gear for
wear and check the tightness of set screws in the pinion gears.
Tighten, clean, or replace components as needed.
Storage
When you are through running the model for the day, blow it off
with compressed air or use a soft bristled paint brush to dust-off
the vehicle. Always disconnect and remove the batteries from the
model whenever the model is stored. If the model will be stored for
a long time, then also remove the batteries from the transmitter.
Always wear eye protection
when using compressed
air or spray cleaners and
lubricants.
If you have questions or need technical assistance, call Traxxas at
1-888-TRAXXAS
(1-888-872-9927) (U.S. residents only)
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