Vaterra Glamis Fear Four Seat Buggy
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1. VA TERKA GLAMIS FEAR OWNER S MANUAL BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG MANUEL DE L UTILISATEUR MANUALE DELL UTENTE EN NOTICE All instructions warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby Inc For up to date product literature visit www horizonhobby com and click on the support tab for this product MEANING OF SPECIAL LANGUAGE The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product NOTIGE Procedures which if not properly followed create a possibility of physical property damage AND a little or no possibility of injury CAUTION Procedures which if not properly followed create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of serious injury WARNING Procedures which if not properly followed create the probability of property damage collateral damage and serious injury OR create a high probability of superficial injury AN WARNING Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product personal property and cause serious injury This is a sophisticated hobby product and NOT a toy It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability Failure to operate this Product in a safe and responsi2. setup final assembly modification or misuse no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any resulting damage or injury By the act of use setup or assembly the user accepts all resulting liability If you as the purchaser or user are not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of the Product purchaser is advised to return the Product immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase LAW These terms are governed by Illinois law without regard to conflict of law principals This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Horizon reserves the right to change or modify this warranty at any time without notice WARRANTY SERVICES QUESTIONS ASSISTANCE AND SERVICES Your local hobby store and or place of purchase cannot provide warranty support or service Once assembly setup or use of the Product has been started you must contact your local distributor or Horizon directly This will enable Horizon to better answer your ques tions and service you in the event that you may need any assistance For questions or assistance please visit our website at www horizonhobby com submit a Product Support Inquiry or call the toll free telephone number referenced in the Warranty and Service Contact Information section to speak with a Product Support representative INSPECTION OR SERVICES If this Product needs to be inspected or s
3. Changshou Rd Shanghai China 200060 EN FCC STATEMENT COMPLIANCE INFORMATION FOR THE EUROPEAN UNION This device complies with part 15 of the ANTENNA SEPARATION DISTANCE FCC rules Operation is subject to the Wenona ES EE AT BE BG CZ CY DE DN following two conditions 1 This device p S y p IT i transmitter please be sure to maintain may not cause harmful interference Gr y a separation distance of at least 5 cm PT and 2 this device must accept any l l interference received including between your body excluding fingers RO SE s sk uk interference that may cause hands wrists ankles and feet and the undesired operation antenna to meet RF exposure safety requirements as determined by C DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY FCC regulations in accordance with ISO IEC 17050 1 PAN CAUTION Changes or modifica D tions not expressly approved by the The following illustrations show the party responsible for compliance approximate 5 cm AF exposure area could void the user s authority to and typical hand placement when operate the equipment operating your Spektrum transmitter No HAH2013052201 Product s VTR Glamis Fear Four Seat Buggy RTR Item Number s VTROA4001 Equipment class 2 The object of declaration described above is in conformity with the requirements of the specifications listed below following the provisions of the European R amp TTE directive 1999 5
4. EC EMC Directive 2004 108 EC and LVD Directive 2006 95 EC EN 300 328 V1 7 1 2006 EN301 489 1 V1 9 2 2012 EN301 489 17 V2 1 1 2009 EN60950 1 2006 A11 2009 A1 2010 A12 2011 EN55022 2010 AC 2011 EN55024 2010 EN61000 3 2 2006 A1 2009 A2 2009 EN61000 3 3 2008 IC INFORMATION 11111111111 1111111 1 Signedforandonbehalfot TOT amp This product contains a radio transmitter with wireless technology which has been tested and found to be compliant with the applicable regulations governing a radio transmitter in the 2 400GHz to 2 4835GHzZ frequency range Horizon Hobby Inc steven A Hall T Champaign IL USA Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer TS CEE EAN nr MAY 22 2013 International Operations and Risk Management ada licence exempt RSS standard s Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device K INSTRUCTIONS FOR DISPOSAL OF must accept any interference including mo WEEE BY USERS IN THE EUROPEAN UNION interference that may cause undesired This product must not be disposed of with other waste Instead it is the user s operation of the device responsibility to dispose of their waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve n
5. and to keep the warranty intact the procedures described in the Wet Conditions Maintenance section to fol low must be performed regularly if you choose to run in wet conditions If you are not willing to perform the additional care and maintenance required then you should not operate the vehicle in those conditions AN CAUTION Failure to exercise caution while using this product and complying with the following precautions could result in product malfunction and or void the warranty GENERAL PRECAUTIONS Head through the wet conditions maintenance procedures and make sure that you have all the tools you will need to properly maintain your vehicle Not all batteries can be used in wet conditions Consult the battery manufacturer before use Caution should be taken when using Li Po batteries in wet conditions Most transmitters are not water resistant Consult your transmitters manual or the manufacturer before operation Never operate your transmitter or vehicle where lightning may be present Do not operate your vehicle where it could come in contact with salt water ocean water or water on salt covered roads contaminated or polluted water Salt water is very conductive and highly corrosive so use caution Even minimal water contact can reduce the life of your motor if it has not been certified as water resistant or waterproof If the motor becomes excessively
6. enter programming mode 4 Pressandrelease the SET button as needed to get to the desired menu option the green LED will 4 9 cell Ni MH Ni Cd for Puis a Neutral Leave the throttle blink corresponding to the menu BEC Output 2 Radio connection The ESC checks 1flash at rest untouched item number BV 3A ae ss MAD Fullthrottle Pull the throttle 5 When at the desired menu item Overload Protection M a 2flashes fully back hold the SET button for 3 seconds Thermal continuously sounds 1 beep with a 2 until the red LED blinks i second pause x x x Power OFF Fullbrake Push the throttle Dimensions LxWxH the ESC and ensure the radio reverse fully forward 6 Press the SET button to move among 1 24 x 108 x 1 50 in 81 5 xX 27 5 X 38mm i system is operating correctly 3 flashes the settings based on how many Weight 2 61 oz 74 g with wires NOTICE Always disconnect the battery from the ESC when you have finished operating your vehicle The ESC s switch only controls power to the receiver and servos The ESC will continue to draw current when con nected to the battery resulting in pos sible damage to the battery through over discharge 14 5 The motor vibrates for 3 seconds after the last step is completed ESC FUNCTIONS AND MODES The ESC includes programming options so you can adjust the way your vehicle performs Refer to the included settings table to adjust the ESC for your driving conditio
7. the left to increase the slip CHANGING THE PINION GEAR GEAR RATIO Your vehicle comes with the 24T pinion gear installed for the included 25 battery If you want to use a 35 battery install the included 2OT pinion gear Unscrew the gear cover screws and remove the gear cover Loosen the motor screws and slide the motor back 1 e 3 Loosen the setscrew and remove the installed pinion gear 4 Place the new pinion on the end of the motor shaft so the setscrew is located over the flat on the shaft 5 Position it so the teeth line up with the spur gear and secure the pinion by tightening the setscrew 6 Heinstall the gear cover GEAR CHART FINAL DRIVE RATIOS FINAL DRIVE RATIO EXAMPLE INTERNAL GEAR RATIO SPUR PINION FINAL DRIVE RATIO SETTING THE GEAR MESH The gear mesh has already been set at the factory and setting itis only neces sary when changing motors or gears Proper gear mesh how gear teeth meet is important to the performance of the vehicle When the gear mesh is too loose the spur gear could be dam aged by the pinion gear of the motor If the mesh is too tight speed could be limited and the motor and ESC will overheat 16 Unscrew the gear cover screws and remove the gear Cover Loosen the motor screws and slide the motor back Put a small piece of paper between the pinion and spur gears Push the gears together while tightening the motor screws Remove th
8. the proper charge port on the charger the 35 Charge Port F has 4 pins and the 2S Charge Port E has 3 pins The three LEDs will turn red indicating the battery is charging When the charging of one cell is complete the corresponding LED turns green Once the battery pack is fully charged all three LEDs will turn green Disconnect the battery from the charger Disconnect the AC power cord from the AC power source PEREELSSISLSSSISIILESIIIIIDLIISIIEISISIIISTLLSLIEISSLISIEILEISIIIIISESEERILELEEISLIVDIILIIILSEEISIIIIIISTEIS DIT INSTALLING THE VEHICLE BATTERY PAN CAUTION NEVEH remove the transmitter batteries while the vehicle is powered ON as loss of control property damage or injury may result 1 Ensurethe ESC is powered OFF 4 Liftthe front end of the battery door 7 Reinstall the battery door and lock 2 Turnthe vehicle over so the bottom then pull it forward 8 Power ON the transmitter then faces up 5 Install the fully charged battery in the vehicle 3 Turnthe battery door lock the battery cavity counterclockwise then pull it out 6 Connectthe battery to the ESC THE TRANSMITTER 2 1 12 4 1 LL 241 1 II II II IA LALALA IA SoS INSTALLING THE TRANSMITTER BATTERIES A CAUTION If using rechargeable batteries charge only rechargeable batteries Charging non rechargeable batteries may cause the batteries to burst resulting in injury to persons and or damage to property 1 Push inthe battery co
9. wet apply very light throttle until the water is mostly removed from the motor Running a wet motor at high speeds may rapidly damage the motor Driving in wet conditions can reduce the life of the motor The additional resistance of operating in water causes excess strain Alter the gear ratio by using a smaller pinion or larger spur gear This will increase torque and motor life when running in mud deeper puddles or any wet conditions that will increase the load on the motor for an extended period of time WET CONDITIONS MAINTENANCE Remove the battery pack s and dry the contacts If you have anair compressor or a can of compressed air blow out any water that may be inside the recessed connector housing Remove the tires wheels from the vehicle and gently rinse the mud and dirt off with a garden hose Avoid rinsing the bearings and transmission NOTIGE Never use a pressure washer to clean your vehicle Use an air compressor or a can of compressed air to dry the vehicle and help remove any water that may have gotten into small crevices or corners Spray the bearings drive train fasteners and other metal parts with WD 40 solvent or any other water displacing light oil Do not spray the motor Let the vehicle air dry before you store it Water and oil may continue to drip for a few hours Increase the frequency of disassembly inspection and lubrication of the foll
10. C LED STATUS ESC CALIBRATION PROCEDURE ESC PROGRAMMING PROCEDURE Type No ESC LEDs will glow when there is Ensure proper ESC function by calibrat Programming is accomplished using sensorless Waterproof no throttle input from the transmitter ing the ESC to your transmitter inputs the SET button on the ON OFF switch E ORNA The red ESC LED glows when there is 1 Power OFF the ESC Programming the ESC 1 any throttle input from the transmitter l Seems Ensure your transmitter Is powered 1 Connect a fully charged battery 0 0012 Ohms AUDIBLE WARNING TONES ON the throttle is not reversed the to the ESC Function 1 Input voltage The ESC checks the throttle trim is neutral and the 2 Power ON the ESC Forward Only with Brake Forward Reverse with Brake Operation Proportional forward proportional reverse with braking delay Battery Type Input Voltage 2 3 cell Li Po Li Fe or input voltage when it is powered ON If a voltage problem is detected the ESC continuously sounds 2 beeps with a 1 second pause xx xx xx Power OFF the ESC and ensure the connections are secure and that the battery power is not too low throttle travel range is at 100 3 Pressthe SET button while powering ON the ESC Release the button as soon as the green LED starts to flash 4 Calibrate the throttle points by pressing the SET button once after each step 3 Hold the SET button for 1 second until the green LED blinks then release the SET button to
11. Po battery please con tact the appropriate Horizon Product Support office WARRANTY REQUIREMENTS For Warranty consideration you must include your original sales receipt verifying the proof of purchase date Provided warranty conditions have been met your Product will be serviced or replaced free of charge Service or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizan NON WARRANTY SERVICE Should your service not be covered by warranty service will be completed and payment will be required without notification or estimate of the expense unless the expense exceeds 50 of the retail purchase cost By submitting the item for service you are agreeing to payment of the service without notification Service estimates are available upon request You must include this request with your item submitted for service Non warranty service estimates will be billed a mini mum of 1 2 hour of labor In addition you will be billed for return freight Horizon accepts money orders and cashier s checks as well as Visa MasterCard American Express and Discover cards By submitting any item to Horizon for service you are agreeing to Horizon s Terms and Conditions found on our website http www horizonhobby com content service center render service center ATTENTION Horizon service is limited to Product compliant in the country of use and ownership If received a non compliant Product will not be serviced Further the s
12. RANTY OR REPRE SENTATION AND HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IM PLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF NON INFRINGEMENT MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE THE PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY ALONE HAVE DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCT WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE PURGHASER S INTENDED USE PURCHASER S REMEDY Horizon s sole obligation and purchaser s sole and exclusive remedy shall be that Horizon will at its option either i service or ii replace any Product determined by Horizon to be defective Horizon reserves the right to inspect any and all Product s involved in a warranty claim Service or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon Proof of purchase is required for all warranty claims SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE PURCHASER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY 18 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY HORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL INDI HECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES LOSS OF PROFITS OR PRODUCTION OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY REBARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED IN CONTRACT WARRANTY TORT NEG LIGENGE STRICT LIABILITY OR ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY EVEN IF HORIZON HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES Further in no event shall the liability of Horizon exceed the individual price of the Product on which liability is asserted As Horizon has no control over use
13. another charger acceleration ner Slipper slipping too much Check adjust slipper Motor worn out Heplace motor Driveline bound up Check wheels transmission for binding Poor range Transmitter batteries low Check and replace and or glitching Vehicle battery low Recharge or replace Loose plugs or wires Check all wire connections and plugs Slipper won t Drive pin missing in shaft Heplace drive pin adjust Spur gear face worn out Replace spur gear and adjust slipper EN LIMITED WARRANTY 7 2 2 2 22 2277 P P MB ITTT T P PC T C T C PT P T C Pg ME E TTC P P I V T C Pg M M P PL PP PLE T SSSI SSSI WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS Horizon Hobby Inc Horizon warrants to the original purchaser that the product purchased the Product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the date of purchase WHAT IS NOT COVERED This warranty is not transferable and does not cover i cosmetic damage ii damage due to acts of God acci dent misuse abuse negligence commercial use or due to improper use installation operation or maintenance 111 modification of or to any part of the Product iv at tempted service by anyone other than a Horizon Hobby authorized service center v Product not purchased from an authorized Horizon dealer or vi Product not compliant with applicable technical regulations OTHER THAN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY ABOVE HORIZON MAKES NO OTHER WAR
14. ansmits the signal to the model ON OFF Switch turns the power ON OFF for the transmitter Indicator Lights Solid green right light indicates adequate battery power Flashing green light indicates the battery voltage is critically low Replace batteries Solid red left light indicates good signal strength When the red light fades signal strength is weakening ST Trim adjusts the hands off direction of the model TH Trim adjusts the motor speed to stop at neutral Steering Dual Rate adjusts the amount the front wheels move when the steering wheel is turned left and right Battery Cover covers and holds the batteries that power the transmitter BIND Button puts the transmitter into Bind Mode ST REV reverses the function of the steering when the wheel is turned left or right TH REV reverses the function of the speed control when pulled back or pushed forward TH F Forward Endpoint adjusts the amount of full throttle TH B Brake Endpoint adjusts the amount of full brake ST L Steering Left Endpoint adjusts the amount of left steering travel ST R Steering Right Endpoint adjusts the amount of right steering travel Throttle Limiter limits the throttle to Low 5096 Medium 7596 or High full throttle is equal to the high Throttle Travel position Bind Plug Compartment TRANSMITTER AND RECEIVER BINDING 7 7 7 2 22727727727 22 72 22 2 II II ISS BINDING PROCEDURE Your Sp
15. arge a battery if the cable has been pinched or shorted Never connect more than one battery pack to this charger at a time Never connect the charger if the power cable has been pinched or shorted Never attempt to dismantle the charger or use a damaged charger Never reverse the positive and negative terminals Always use only rechargeable batteries designed for use with this type of charger Always inspect the battery before charging Always keep the battery away from any material that could be affected by heat Always monitor the charging area and have a fire extinguisher available at all times Always end the charging process if the battery becomes hot to the touch or starts to change form swell during the charge process Always disconnect the battery after charging and let the charger cool between charges Always charge in a well ventilated area Always terminate all processes and contact Horizon Hobby if the product malfunctions CHARGING THE BATTERY Cell 1 LED Cell 2 LED Cell 3 LED AC Power Slot 2S Charge Port 35 Charge Port nm oco Uu gt 1 Connect the AC power cord to the AC power slot D on the charger then connect the other end of the power cord to an AC power source 2 Thethree LEDs will turn green when the charger is connected to the AC power source Connect the balance connector of the battery to
16. atural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling please contact your local city office your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product Horizon Hobby Inc 20
17. ble manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision Do not use with incompatible com ponents or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions provided by Horizon Hobby Inc This manual contains instructions for safety operation and maintenance It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual prior to assembly setup or use in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury AGE RECOMMENDATION Not for children under 14 years This is not a toy AUAAAULA TACNA DLE SAA UVA RVLA LIA RE D PA A I E EIE E PR T ERE P MP EE ea E LM T PEE REGISTER YOUR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND GUIDELINES VATERRA PRODUCT ONLINE Always keep a safe distance in all directions around your Hegister your vehicle now and be model to avoid collisions or injury This model is controlled the first to find out about the latest by a radio signal subject to interference from many sources option parts product updates and outside your control Interference can cause momentary more Click on the Support tab at loss of control WWW VATERRARC COM and follow the product registration link to Always operate your model in open spaces away stay connected from full size vehicles traffic and people Always carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional support equipment chargers rechar
18. e RU DR Sana Sm EN THE VEHICLE BATTERY 7 2 2 22 2722 72 77 22 7 E E E SSIS SITS STS E SITS SSSI T PC B M M PL SSS SS A WARNING Failure to exercise caution while using this product and comply with the following warnings could result in product malfunction electrical issues excessive heat FIRE and ultimately injury and property damage A WARNING Never leave charger unattended exceed maximum charge rate charge with non approved batteries or charge batteries in the wrong mode Failure to comply may result in excessive heat fire and Serious injury PAN CAUTION Always ensure the battery you are charging meets the specifications of this charger and that the charger settings are correct Not doing so can result in excessive heat and other related product malfunc tions which can lead to user injury or property damage Please contact Horizon Hobby or an authorized retailer with compatibility questions The included charger can charge the included 25 3000mAh Li Po battery in approximately 2 2 hours CHARGING WARNINGS Never leave the charger and battery unattended during use Never attempt to charge dead damaged or wet battery packs Never attempt to charge a battery pack containing different types of batteries Never allow children under 14 years of age to charge battery packs Never charge batteries in extremely hot or cold places or place in direct sunlight Never ch
19. e ground allowing the left to spin freely Hepeat this 2 3 times Check for free suspension movement All suspension arms and steering components should move freely Any binds will cause the vehicle to handle poorly Charge the battery Check the calibration of the ESC If recalibration is required follow the setup instructions Adjust the transmitter settings to your desired configuration POWERING ON THE VEHICLE Power ON the vehicle by pushing the switch towards the rear Power OFF the vehicle by pushing the switch forward HUN TIME 7777171741 IIIT IST I TSI ITIS ISITE IS DASS SAD TIAS TDI II TAIT ELISA SIS ITI IGT IT IA PTT IIIT TITS TSI TO IMPROVE RUN TIMES Clean and oil bearings often If bearings are dirty they will increase friction and cause reduced performance Keep your vehicle clean and maintained X N Allow more irflow to the ESC and motor NY Change the gearing to a lower ratio A lower ratio decreases the operating temperature ofthe electronics Use a smaller pinion gear or larger spur gear to lower the gear ratio Use a battery pack with a higher mAh rating DRIVING PRECAUTIONS Maintain sight of the vehicle at all times Routinely inspect the vehicle for loose wheel hardware NY NY NY N Routinely inspect the steering assembly for any loose hardware Driving the vehicle off road can cause fasteners to loosen over time Do not drive the vehic
20. e paper The gears should move a small amount ourWNnN Reinstall the gear cover TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 7 7 2 2 27 2727 72 71 72 IR IR STITT SSS SSIS SITS ITS STS STS STS SS SSS SS SS PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Vehicle does Battery not charged or connected Charge battery connect not operate ESC switch not ON Turn ON ESC switch Transmitter not ON or low battery Turn ON replace batteries Motor runs but Pinion not meshing with spur gear Adjust pinion spur mesh rear wheels Pinion spinning on motor shaft Replace pinion gear on motor don t move Slipper too loose Check and adjust slipper Transmission gears stripped Replace transmission gears Drive pin broken Check and replace drive pin Steering does Servo plug not in receiver properly Check if connected all the way not work Servo gears or motor damaged Replace or repair servo Won t turn in Servo gears damaged Heplace servo one direction Motor does Motor plugs loose Plug in completely not run Motor wire broken Repair or replace as needed ESC damaged Contact Horizon Hobby Product Support ESC gets hot Motor over geared Use smaller pinion or larger spur gear on motor Driveline bound up Check wheels suspension and transmission for binding Poor run time Battery not fully charged Hecharge battery and or sluggish Charger not allowing full charge Try
21. ektrum DX2L comes prebound 1 Make sure the transmitter and vehicle are both powered OFF 5 When the receiver binds to the transmitter to the vehicle 2 Install a bind plug in the receiver battery bind port the receiver LED will turn solid If you encounter problems obey You do not need to remove any of the other plugs to re bind 6 Power OFF the vehicle then the transmitter binding instructions and refer to the l l transmitter troubleshooting guide for 3 With the bind plug installed power ON the vehicle 7 Disconnect the battery from the ESC other instructions If needed contact The receiver LED will flash green Remove the bind plug from the receiver the appropriate Horizon Ee NE 4 With the steering and throttle in the desired preset failsafe 8 Safely store the bind plug in the bind plug Support office positions neutral press and hold the bind button and power compartmentin the transmitter ON the transmitter The transmitter s red LED will flash after 9 Thereceiver will keep the binding to the 4 seconds when the transmitter is in bind mode Release the bind button once the red LED flashes Continue holding the failsafe positions until the binding process is completa transmitter until another binding is done CONTROL TEST ll I MI 1 PLE 1 FLIA IES IIA MINIMI TE goo Perform a control test with the vehicle wheels off the ground If the wheels rotate after the vehicle is powered ON adjust the TH Trim kn
22. ender will be responsible for arranging return shipment of the un serviced Product through a carrier of the sender s choice and at the sender s expense Horizon will hold non compliant Product for a period of 60 days from notification after which it will be discarded WARRANTY AND SERVICE CONTACT INFORMATION COUNTRY OF PURCHASE United States of America United Kingdom Germany France China HORIZON HOBBY Horizon Service Center Repairs and Repair Re quests CONTACT INFORMATION servicecenter horizonhobby com RequestForm Hanzon Product support Product Technical As sistance www quickbase com db bghj ey8c a GenNewhHecord Bee Joe 261015 Sales Service Parts Sales Horizon Hobby Limited Horizon Technischer Service Sales Horizon Hobby GmbH Horizon Hobby SAS Service Parts Sales Horizon Hobby China Sales horizonhobby com 888 959 2306 sales horizonhobby co uk 44 0 SANO service horizonhobby de 49 M 4212655100 infofrance horizonhobby com 39 0 lees 34 98 info ohorizonhobby com cn 86 02151809868 Fa E TEC IEEE RE EE AALL PCIE ERE EE E LILLIA LAIALI LILIA IILI ERE TEES ETE LIAL NILAL IIIT IIIS TIT ADDRESS 4105 Fieldstone Rd Champaign Illinois 61822 USA Units 1 4 Ployters Rd Staple Tye Harlow Essex CM18 7NS United Kingdom Christian Junge Stra e 1 253237 Rm S C OO 11 Rue Georges Charpak 77127 Lieusaint France Room 506 No 97
23. erviced and is compliant in the country you live and use the Product in please use the Horizon Online Service Request submis sion process found on our website or call Horizon to obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA num ber Pack the Product securely using a shipping carton Please note that original boxes may be included but are not designed to withstand the rigors of shipping without additional protection Ship via a carrier that provides tracking and insurance for lost or damaged parcels as Horizon is not responsible for merchandise until it arrives and is accepted at our facility An Online Service Request is available at http www horizonhobby com content service center render service center If you do not have internet access please contact Horizon Product Support to obtain a RMA number along with in structions for submitting your product for service When calling Horizon you will be asked to provide your com plete name street address email address and phone number where you can be reached during business hours When sending product into Horizon please in clude your RMA number a list of the included items and a brief summary of the problem A copy of your original sales receipt must be included for warranty consider ation Be sure your name address and RMA number are clearly written on the outside of the shipping carton NOTICE Do not ship Li Po batteries to Horizon If you have any issue with a Li
24. geable battery packs etc Always keep all chemicals small parts and anything electrical out of the reach of children Always avoid water exposure to all equipment not specifically designed and protected for this purpose Moisture causes damage to electronics Never place any portion of the model in your mouth as it could cause serious injury or even death Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries WATER RESISTANT VEHICLE WITH WATERPROOF ELECTRONICS 7 7 2 7 27227272 77 7217 027 701 8 SS I II IT Your new Horizon Hobby vehicle has been designed and built with a combination of waterproof and water resistant components to allow you to operate the product in many wet conditions including puddles creeks wet grass snow and even rain While the entire vehicle is highly water resistant itis not completely waterproof and your vehicle should NOT be treated like a submarine The various electronic components used in the vehicle such as the Electronic Speed Control ESC servo s and receiver are waterproof however most of the mechanical components are water resistant and should not be submerged Metal parts including the bearings hinge pins screws and nuts as well as the contacts in the electrical cables will be susceptible to corrosion if additional maintenance is not performed after running in wet conditions To maximize the long term performance of your vehicle
25. ically applied when the throttle is returned to neutral This simu lates the engine braking effect of a full scale vehicle allowing improved turn in and your vehicle s general response to controls Low Voltage Cutoff Threshold This function helps to prevent battery over discharge The ESC continuously monitors the battery s voltage If the voltage falls below the voltage thresh old for 2 seconds the output power shuts off and the red LED flashes twice repeatedly The cutoff threshold calculation is based on individual Li Po cell voltage For Ni MH batteries if the voltage battery pack is higher than 9 OV it will be treated as a 3 cell Li Po battery pack if it is lower than 9 0V it will be treated as a 2 cell Li Po battery pack 5 pack used with a 2 6V cell threshold it will be treated as a 2 cell Li Po bat tery pack and the low voltage cutoff threshold will be 5 2V 2 6x2 5 2 Using the optional Digital Program Box DYN 3748 sold separately you can adjust the custom values for the cutoff threshold Unlike the preset values custom cutoff values are for the total battery voltage not individual cell voltage Start Mode Punch Sets the initial throttle punch when the car accelerates Level 1 gives a very soft initial acceleration and level 4 gives a stronger initial acceleration Max Brake Force Adjusts the maximum braking force A higher value provides stronger braking but can also cause the
26. ings and instructions for battery charging information Install the AA batteries in the transmitter Only use alkaline or rechargeable batteries Install the fully charged battery in the vehicle Power ON the transmitter and then the vehicle Always power the transmitter ON before the vehicle and power it OFF after the vehicle has been powered OFF Check the steering and throttle control directions Verify that the servos are moving in the correct direction Drive your vehicle Perform any necessary maintenance COMPONENTS 7 7 7 2227127272 272 2 2 71 2 NL IDE E EE EIA III II SS 1 8 Scale Glamis Fear Four Seat RTR Buggy RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES Spektrum DX2L 2 4GHz DSM Radio System Hobby grade knife Dynamite Fuze 70A Waterproof Sensorless Brushless ESC Needle nose pliers Dynamite Fuze 540 4 Pole 3300Kv Sensorless Brushless Motor Vaterra 113WP Standard Waterproof Servo Dynamite Speedpack Silver 25 74V 3000mAh 200 Li Po Battery Dynamite 10W Li Po AC Balance Charger 4 AA batteries for transmitter Side cutting pliers Safety goggles Soldering iron Use only Dynamite tools or other high quality tools Use of inexpensive tools can cause damage to the small screws and parts used on this type of modal P M j pa r t an m fi SUPPLIED TOOLS shaped hex wrench 4 way wrench Slipper adjustment tool Shock Tools Sn emm e
27. le in tall grass Doing so can damage the vehicle or electronics Stop driving the vehicle when you notice a lack of power Driving the vehicle when the battery is discharged can cause the receiver to power off If the receiver loses power you will lose control of the vehicle Damage due to an over discharged battery is not covered under warranty Do not apply forward or reverse throttle if the vehicle is stuck Applying throttle in this instance can damage the motor or ESC After driving the vehicle allow the electronics to cool before driving the vehicle again Remove the body of the vehicle to reduce cooling time The largest factor in run time is the capacity of the battery pack A larger mAh rating increases the amount of run time experienced The condition of a battery pack is also an important factor in both run time and speed The battery connectors may become hot during driving Batteries will lose performance and capacity over time Driving the vehicle from a stop to full speed repeatedly will damage the batteries and electronics over time Sudden acceleration will also lead to shorter run times TUNING ADJUSTING amp MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 7 7 27 22722722722 727 27 2 7 2 Bg MIL B ML N Examine your vehicle on a regular basis N Use a brush to remove dirt and dust NY Look for damage to the suspension arms and other molded parts 2 N Re glue the tires
28. ns times the red LED blinks Refer to the table for more information 7 Save the setting by holding the SET button for 3 seconds 8 Power OFF the ESC and repeat the instructions above to change other settings Tip If desired the ESC programming can be returned to default settings by powering ON the ESC and holding the SET button for 5 seconds IPEA IASI IAT IIIT TIAL ITI ITT III IIIT ISIE ITI TITTIES IIIA IIIT IIIA IIIT IIIT III aT SIDO Default Settings PROGRAMMABLE ITEMS PROGRAMMABLE VALUE 2 S 4 a 6 7 8 1 Running Mode Forward Only Forward Reverse with Brake with Brake Drag Brake Force 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 40 Low Voltage Cutoff non 2 6V Cell 2 8V 3 0V 3 2 V 3 4V Threshold protection Cell Cell Cell Cell Start Mode Punch Level 1 Level 2 Level d Level 4 5 Max Brake Force 250 5096 75 100 DESCRIPTIONS 1 Running Mode 2 DragBrake Force Example for a 8 0V Ni MH battery Forward Only with Brake Intended for competition use this mode allows only forward and brake controls Forward Reverse with Brake This mode is the basic all around mode allowing forward reverse and brake controls To engage 3 reverse while moving forward apply the brake until the vehicle has come to a complete stop Helease the brake then apply the brake again While braking or in reverse engaging the throttle will result in the vehicle immediately accelerating forward Adjusts the amount of brake auto mat
29. ob until they stop To make the wheels move forward pull the trigger To reverse them wait for the wheels to stop Aa then push the trigger When moving dla forward the wheels should maintain FORWARD RT a straight line without any steering wheel input If not adjust the ST Trim knob so the wheels maintain a straight line without having to turn the steering wheel i i a E r r i Ji BRAKE REVERSE EN INSTALLING THE FLAG MASTS 7 27 2272277277127 2272 2 72 7 RR SISSIES STS ITS SSIS SSS SSS SSS SSS Remove the 4 body clips to remove the side panels Turn the vehicle over so the bottom faces up and remove the 4 screws In the corners of the chassis to remove the roll cage Install the flag mast in the flag mast hole Install the setscrew using the 1 5mm hex wrench BEFORE RUNNING YOUR VEHICLE 7 7 72 22272272272 2722722727 2 2 SSIS SSSI SITS STS SSS SSSI SSS SSSI A CAUTION Do not discharge a Li Po battery below 3V per cell Batteries discharged to a voltage lower than the lowest approved voltage may become damaged resulting in loss of performance and potential fire when batteries are charged 12 Break in the differential While holding the chassis with only the left rear tire firmly on the ground give the vehicle about 1 8 throttle for 30 seconds The right rear tire should spin freely during this time Do this with only the right rear tire firmly on th
30. owing Front and rear axle hub assembly bearings All transmission cases gears and differentials Motor clean with an aerosol motor cleaner and re oil the bearings with lightweight motor oil EN TABLE OF CONTENTS I I II II II II II II I INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Vaterra 1 8 Scale Glamis Fear Four Seat HTH Buggy This guide contains the basic instructions for operating your new Glamis Fear Four Seat Buggy It is critical that you read all of the instructions in order to operate your model correctly and avoid unnecessary damage 16 17 18 20 20 20 75 76 95 Introduction Quick Start Components The Vehicle Battery The Transmitter Transmitter and Receiver Binding Control Test Installing the Flag Masts Before Running Your Vehicle Run Time Tuning Adjusting amp Maintaining Your Vehicle Dynamite 70A Waterproof Sensorless Brushless ESC Dynamite Fuze 540 4 Pole 3300Kv Sensorless Brushless Motor Gear Chart Troubleshooting Guide Limited Warranty FCC Statement IC Information Compliance Information for the European Union Fasteners Replacement Parts Optional Parts QUICK START 7 7 Please read the entire manual to gain a full understanding of the Glamis Fear vehicle fine tuning the setup and performing maintenance Head the safety precautions found in this manual Charge the battery Refer to the included charging warn
31. to the wheels if necessary N Clean and oil all wheel bearings N Use suitable tools to tighten fasteners Make sure the camber and steering linkages are not bent Replace any bent linkages N Adjust the Toe and Camber settings if necessary N N N N Remove the shocks and inspect them for damage Rebuild the shocks if oil is leaking Inspect the electronics and batteries for exposed wires Hepair exposed wires with shrink wrap or replace the wire Make sure the ESC and receiver are secure on the chassis Replace the double sided tape if necessary Power ON the transmitter If the green LED is dim or off replace the AA batteries in your transmitter Check the spur gear and pinion gear for wear SERVICE REPAIR If any problems other than those covered in this manual arise please call the appropriate electronics service department Hefer to the Warranty and Service Information section for the appropriate depart ment to contact CLEANING Performance can be hindered if dirt gets in any of the moving suspen sion parts Use compressed air a soft paintbrush or a toothbrush to remove dust or dirt Avoid using solvents or chemicals as they can actually wash dirt into the bearings or moving parts as well as cause damage to the electronics EN DYNAMITE 70A WATERPROOF SENSORLESS BRUSHLESS ESC I I III III IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII fi TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ES
32. ver a small amount to release the retaining tab then remove the cover 2 Install 4 AA batteries taking care to align the battery polarity to the diagram in the transmitter s battery case 3 Carefully reinstall the battery cover by aligning the tabs with the slots on the transmitter EN For more information on the transmit ter go to www horizonhobby com and click on the support tab for the Spektrum DX2L to download the instruction manual CHANGING THE RF MODE The DX2L has a France RF Mode that complies with French regulations The DX2L must be in France mode when used outdoors in France At all other times the transmitter should be in Standard mode France mode ON Turn the wheel full left pull the triager full throttle and hold down the bind button while powering ON the transmitter The red LED will flash twice France mode OFF Standard Mode Turn the wheel full right pull the triager full throttle and hold down the bind button while powering ON the transmitter The red LED will flash once 10 DPF E TRECE T P EUR IC E IR I CR EF PP A E C E E TTI PI I RR LILI AALA SPEKTRUM DX2L RADIO SYSTEM 1 2 ol 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Steering Wheel controls direction left right of the model Throttle Trigger controls speed and direction forward brake reverse of the model R D S S Button used with vehicles featuring the R O S S Hemote Start System Antenna tr
33. wheels to lock resulting in loss of control of the car EN DYNAMITE FUZE 540 4 POLE 3300KV SENSORLESS BRUSHLESS MOTOR GEARING Your vehicle has been equipped with the optimal gearing for the stock plat form It offers an ideal balance between speed power and efficiency Should you decide to customize your vehicle with optional batteries or motors it may be necessary for you to change the pinion or spur gear Installing a pinion gear with less teeth or a spur gear with more teeth will provide greater torque but will reduce top speed Likewise a pinion gear with more teeth or a spur gear with fewer teeth will reduce torque and increase top speed Care should be taken when installing larger pinion gears as this can overgear the vehicle resulting in over heating of the motor and ESC When testing different gearing options pay close attention to the temperature of the motor and speed control to ensure you are operating within the tempera ture range ofthe components The mo tor or ESC should never be so hot that it cannot be touched If temperatures are too hot a different gearing combination with a lower pinion gear and or higher spur gear is suggested PRECAUTIONS Never touch moving parts Never disassemble while the batteries are installed Always let parts cool before touching ADJUSTING THE SLIPPER Turn the 4mm adjustment nut clockwise to the right to reduce the slip or counterclockwise to
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