Traxxas 70054-1 - Manual (Page 3)

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BEFORE YOU PROCEED
Carefully read and follow all instructions in this and any
accompanying materials to prevent serious damage to your
model. Failure to follow these instructions will be considered
abuse and/or neglect.
Before running your model, look over this entire manual and
examine the model carefully. If for some reason you decide it is not
what you wanted, then do not continue any further. Your hobby
dealer absolutely cannot accept a model for return or exchange
after it has been run.
WARNINGS, HELPFUL HINTS, & CROSS-REFERENCES
Throughout this manual, you’ll notice warnings and helpful hints
identified by the icons below. Be sure to read them!
An important warning about personal safety or avoiding
damage to your model and related components.
Special advice from Traxxas to make things easier
and more fun.
Refers you to a page with a related topic.
SUPPORT
If you have any questions about your model or its operation,
call the Traxxas Technical Support Line toll-free at:
1-888-TRAXXAS (1-888-872-9927)*
Technical support is available Monday through Friday from 8:30am
to 9:00pm central time. Technical assistance is also available at Traxxas.
com. You may also e-mail customer support with your question at
[email protected]. Join thousands of registered members in our
online community at Traxxas.com.
Traxxas offers a full-service, on-site repair facility to handle any
of your Traxxas service needs. Maintenance and replacement
parts may be purchased directly from Traxxas by phone or online
at BuyTraxxas.com. You can save time, along with shipping
and handling costs, by purchasing replacement parts from your
local dealer.
Do not hesitate to contact us with any of your product support needs.
We want you to be thoroughly satisfied with your new model!
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model. Operate
your model sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, safe, and fun
for you and those around you. Failure to operate your model in a safe
and responsible manner may result in property damage and serious
injury. The precautions outlined in this manual should be strictly followed
to help ensure safe operation. You alone must see that the instructions
are followed and the precautions are adhered to.
Important Points to Remember
• Your model is not intended for use on public roads or congested areas where
its operation can conflict with or disrupt pedestrian or vehicular traffic.
• Never, under any circumstances, operate the model in crowds of
people. Your model is very fast and could cause injury if allowed to collide
with anyone.
• Because your model is controlled by radio, it is subject to radio interference
from many sources that are beyond your control. Since radio interference can
cause momentary losses of radio control, always allow a safety margin in all
directions around the model in order to prevent collisions.
• The motor, battery, and speed control can become hot during use. Be careful
to avoid getting burned.
• Don’t operate your model at night, or anytime your line of sight to the model
may be obstructed or impaired in any way.
• Most importantly, use good common sense at all times.
Speed Control
• Disconnect the Battery: Always disconnect the battery from the speed
control when not in use.
• Transmitter on First: Switch on your transmitter first before switching on the
speed control to prevent runaways and erratic performance.
• Don’t Get Burned: The heat sink can get extremely hot, so be careful not to
touch it until it is cool. Supply adequate airflow for cooling.
• Use Stock Connectors: If you decide to change the battery
or motor connectors, only change one battery or motor connector at a time.
This will prevent damage from accidentally mis-wiring the speed control.
Please note that modified speed controls can be subject to a rewiring fee
when returned for service. Removing the battery connector on the speed
control or using connectors with no reverse-polarity protection on the speed
control will void the product’s warranty.
• Insulate the Wires: Always insulate exposed or damaged wiring with heat
shrink tubing to prevent short circuits.
• No Reverse Voltage: The speed control is not protected against reverse
polarity voltage. When changing the battery and/or motor, be sure to install
the same type of connectors to avoid reverse polarity damage to the speed
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