Radio Shack Avalanche 60-4330 User's Manual
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1. Slide the wheel alignment control toward L if the Avalanche is pulling to the right or toward R if the Avalanche is pulling to the left RACING TWO OR MORE CARS TOGETHER The Avalanche and other radio controlled cars use specific frequencies to operate Cars with different control frequencies can race together without interference Cars with the same frequency cannot The following chart shows the control frequencies for your Avalanche You can select any of these bands to operate your Avalanche Band Frequency A 27 095 MHz B 27 145 MHz C 27 195 MHz CARE Keep the truck dry if it gets wet wipe it dry immediately Use and store the truck only in normal temperature environments Handle the truck carefully do not drop it Keep the truck away from dust and dirt and wipe it with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new SERVICE AND REPAIR If your truck is not performing as it should take it to your local RadioShack store for assistance Modifying or tampering with the truck s internal components can cause a malfunction and might invalidate its warranty and void your FCC authorization to operate it RadioShack Corporation Fort Worth Texas 76102 60 4330 05A02 Printed in China2. less otherwise provided by law a correct the defect by product repair without charge for parts and labor b replace the product with one of the same or similar design or c refund the purchase price All replaced parts and products and prod ucts on which a refund is made become the prop erty of RadioShack New or reconditioned parts and products may be used in the performance of warranty service Repaired or replaced parts and products are warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period You will be charged for re pair or replacement of the product made after the expiration of the warranty period This warranty does not cover a damage or fail ure caused by or attributable to acts of God abuse accident misuse improper or abnormal us age crash collision impact violent contact failure to follow instructions improper installation or main tenance alteration lightning or other incidence of excess voltage or current b any repairs other than those provided by a RadioShack Authorized Service Facility c consumables such as fuses or batteries d cosmetic damage e transportation shipping or insurance costs or f costs of product removal installation set up service adjustment or reinstallation This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state RadioShack Customer Relations 200 Taylor Street 6th Floor Fort Worth TX 76102 12 99
3. Avalanche 60 4330 OWNER S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment l IMPORTANT If an icon appears at the end of a paragraph go to the box on that page with the corresponding icon for pertinent information A Warning Important x Caution oz Hint W Note Your RadioShack Avalanche can make you a winner With its digital proportional speed and precise steering you can drive the Avalanche almost anywhere Built to 1 10 scale it can reach speeds of up to 1 200 feet per minute and climb hills up to 45 Your Avalanche s double wishbone front suspension and high performance tires give it good traction on almost any terrain The front and rear wheel differential gears let you take smooth sharp corners The Avalanche lets you select from 3 frequencies so you can race against other radio controlled cars The supplied box wrench lets you easily remove and replace the Avalanche s wheels Q Be careful not to discard the wrench when QO you unpack the Avalanche THE FCC WANTS YOUTO KNOW Your truck might cause TV or radio interference even when it is operating properly To determine whether your truck is causing the interference turn off your truck If the interference goes away your truck is causing it Try to eliminate the interference by moving your truck away from the receiver contacting your local RadioShack store for help RadioShack www r
4. adioshack com 2002 RadioShack Corporation All Rights Reserved RadioShack and RadioShack com are trademarks used by RadioShack Corporation Ww S 4 g 3 SS 3 gt aN ny 3 S Q z N WARNING Dispose of batteries promptly and properly do not bury or burn them X CAUTION Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recommended type If you do not plan to use the Avalanche for a week or more remove the battery from the transmitter and the battery and battery pack from the Avalanche Batteries can leak chemicals that can destroy electronic parts Never leave dead or weak batteries in the Avalanche or transmitter If you cannot eliminate the interference the FCC requires that you stop using your truck This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications to this product not expressly approved by RadioShack or operation of this product in any way other than as detailed by the Owner s Manual could void your authority to operate the product INSTALLING THE ANTENNA TUBE The antenna tube holds up the Avalanche s antenna wire for the best reception and range Route the antenna wire s loose end through the tu
5. arranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and workman ship under normal use for ninety 90 days from the date of purchase from RadioShack company owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchi sees and dealers EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN RadioShack MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRAN TIES INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABIL ITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN LIMITED WAR RANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN RadioShack SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY TO CUS TOMER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PROD UCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY INCLUDING BUT NOT LIM ITED TO ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INCONVENIENCE LOSS OF TIME DATA PROPERTY REVENUE OR PROFIT OR ANY IN DIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES EVEN IF RadioShack HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limita tion of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you In the event of a product defect during the war ranty period take the product and the RadioShack sales receipt as proof of purchase date to any Ra dioShack store RadioShack will at its option un
6. be Then insert the tube securely into the Avalanche s antenna tube holder INSTALLING BATTERIES INTHE TRANSMITTER The transmitter requires one 9V battery For the best performance and longest life we recommend a RadioShack alkaline battery A 4 1 Slide the transmitter s OFF ON switch to OFF 2 Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of the arrow marked on it to open it 3 Place the battery in the compartment as indicated by the polarity symbols and marked inside 4 Replace the cover and snap it shut When the transmitter s range decreases replace its battery INTHE AVALANCHE Your Avalanche requires one 9V battery and a rechargeable 7 2V battery pack neither supplied Before you use the battery pack you must charge it using a battery charger not supplied Follow the charger s instructions to charge the battery pack 1 Slide the ON OFF switch under the Avalanche to OFF 2 Use a coin to turn the battery compartment cover s latch toward OPEN Then slide the battery compartment cover forward and lift it off 3 Place the 9V battery in the battery compartment according to the polarity symbols and marked inside 4 Place the battery pack in the recessed area with the battery pack s connector on the same side as the Avalanche s matching connector amp 5 Attach the battery pack s connector to the Avalanche s matching connector They fit together only one way Do not forc
7. e them 6 Close the cover If the Avalanche does not respond to the transmitter replace the 9V batteries in the Avalanche and the transmitter If the Avalanche loses power replace or recharge the battery pack X To remove the battery pack open the cover as described in Step 2 Then slide the pack toward the pack s connector and lift the other side of the battery pack Unplug the connectors and remove the battery pack X CAUTION 4 Be sure the connectors and wires do not touch any of the Avalanche s moving parts Use only the recommended battery pack and charger After you charge or recharge the battery pack disconnect it from the charger Overcharging the battery pack could damage it When you disconnect the battery pack from the charger do not pull on the connector s wires You might damage the battery pack X NOTE X 8 XL v pa 5 S Pag 2 Gq If you want to run your Avalanche for extended periods we suggest you purchase an extra battery pack You can charge one while you use the other Occasionally let the battery pack fully discharge before recharging it Otherwise the battery pack loses its ability to fully charge 1 IMPORTANT Important The EPA certified RBRC Battery Recycling Seal on the nickel cadmium Ni Cd battery indicates RadioShack is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end
8. left or right adjust TRIM II until the tires appear to be straight 5 When you finish the adjustment slide ON OFF on both the Avalanche and the transmitter to OFF X ADJUSTING THE WHEEL ALIGNMENT Wheel Alignment Control If the Avalanche does not drive in a straight line when you pull the speed control trigger adjust the wheel alignment control L R on the side of the Avalanche N WARNING AN Do not touch the motor immediately after using the Avalanche as it might become hot during use W HNT Y If the Avalanche s motor runs but it does not respond to the transmitter move closer to the Avalanche and try again If the Avalanche moves slowly and you have installed fresh batteries and a freshly recharged battery pack check the wheel mechanisms for lint thread hair or dust If someone uses a CB nearby it might interfere with control of the Avalanche If this happens move the Avalanche away from the CB You cannot operate the Avalanche near devices with transmitters that use the same frequency as your Avalanche 27 MHz with 3 bands X NOTE X Do not touch the tires or the steering control during this adjustment You might have to further fine tune the trim controls after using the Avalanche for a while X CAUTION 44 Never set TRIM I to make the Avalanche continually move Adjusting the Trim Controls Limited Ninety Day Warranty This product is w
9. of their useful life when taken out of service in the United States or Canada The RBRC program provides a convenient alternative to placing used Ni Cd batteries into the trash or the municipal waste stream which may be illegal in your area continued Q 3 SS SS gt D aN 5 Q gt D gt D l IMPORTANT continued Please call 1 800 THE SHACK 1 800 843 7422 for information on Ni Cd battery recycling and disposal bans restrictions in your area RadioShack s involvement in this program is part of the company s commitment to preserving our environment and conserving our natural resources N WARNING N This Avalanche can reach much higher speeds than most radio controlled cars Be careful to avoid high impact collisions with people and objects when you use the Avalanche Do not play with your Avalanche in the street X CAUTION If the Avalanche gets stuck under an object immediately release the transmitter s control levers and retrieve the Avalanche Running your Avalanche continuously for long periods generates high heat levels Heat causes wear and tear on the motor To help keep heat levels down when your Avalanche s battery pack runs down let the Avalanche cool for at least 10 minutes before installing a new or newly charged battery pack DRIVING THE AVALANCHE 1 Extend the transmitter s antenna to its full length 2 Slide OFF ON on both the t
10. ransmitter and the Avalanche to ON IA ei ON OFF BAND ABC 3 Select the specific frequency by setting BAND ABC on the transmitter and the Avalanche to the same band TRIM I TRIM II OFF ON Steering Control Wheel Speed Control Trigger 4 Use the transmitter s trigger and wheel to drive and steer the Avalanche A 4 Speed Control Trigger Pull to the left to move forward Pull all the way to the left for maximum speed Push to the right to move backward Release to stop Steering Control Wheel Turn left to move left Turn right to move right Release to drive straight 5 When you finish playing with the Avalanche slide ON OFF on both the Avalanche and the transmitter to OFF A X ADJUSTING THE TRIM CONTROLS The transmitter s neutral trim control TRIM I above OFF ON lets you fine tune the speed control so the Avalanche completely stops when you release the speed control to its center position The transmitter s steering trim control TRIM Il above OFF ON lets you fine tune the steering so the Avalanche drives in a straight line when you set the steering control to its center position 1 Place the Avalanche ona block or turn it over so the tires do not touch the ground 2 Slide OFF ON on both the transmitter and the Avalanche to ON 3 If the tires move turn TRIM I until the tires stop 4 If the front tires appear to angle
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