Losi 1/10 Night Crawler RTR
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1. LED Light 2 4GHz DSM Reciever Digital Servo The Losi LSR 3000 Radio System Overview Steering Wheel Steering Trim TH Trim Antenna Power On Off Switch Throttle Trim TH Trim Dual Rate Steering Adjustment Throttle Brake Trigger Losi Radio System with 435 Spektrum 2 4GHz DSM Technology Auxiliary Channel Throttle Channel Steering Channel Binding Port MRX 3000 DSM Receiver MSC 12L 12T ESC One Touch Bind Plug Digital Servo Male EC3 Setup Button Battery Connector MSC 12L Fwd Rev gt Lipo NIMH NiCd compatible 4 user selectable modes Forward reverse Forward only race Practice mode with slow acceleration and Crawler High power FET control with proportional forward and reverse High frequency design delivers smooth speed transition Thermal Overload Protection prevents damage due to over current conditions Pre wired with EC3 battery plug and bullet style motor connectors Designed to operate with stock motors 12 turns or higher Push button programming with one touch setup Water Resistant Specifications Operation Proportional forward proportional reverse with braking delay 4 cell 4 8 volts to 6 cell 7 2 volts DC NiMH NiCd or 2S LiPo 7 4 volts Peak Current 1000A Forward and 350A Backwards Continuous Current 250A Forward and 125A Backwards Full On Resistance 0 0014 Ohms Forward 0 0028 Ohms Backwards Frequency 1kHz BEC o2. Once on release button B Pull trigger to full throttle position until the green light goes from flashing to solid Once solid your forward endpoint is now set C To set reverse endpoint push the trigger into the full reverse position until the flashing red light turns solid At this point your reverse brake endpoint is now set D Return trigger to neutral setting The green light will now be solid and you are ready to go Selecting Speed Controller Modes To change modes on your MSC 12L hold the set up key for over 5 seconds while in neutral Once you find desired mode simply release the key and you are ready for action Forward Reverse mode Solid Green LED Forward Only mode Fast Flashing Green LED Practice mode Slow Flashing Green LED Crawler mode Solid Green and Red LED NOTE Crawler mode is for use in rock crawling vehicles only Do not use this mode with other vehicles Doing so may damage the vehicle Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Solution Programming is not complete Reprogram the ESC by following the programming instructions Speed control connected to receiver incorrectly Steering servo operates but the motor does not run Motor defective Test motor independently repair or replace as needed Low batteries Charge as needed Overload Protection enabled Check motor and connections Steering and motor do not function Full speed not attainable Motor slows but will not stop Reduced radio range I
3. setup or use in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or injury Questions Assistance and Repairs Your local hobby store and or place of purchase cannot provide warranty support or repair Once assembly setup or use of the Product has been started you must contact Horizon directly This will enable Horizon to better answer your questions and service you in the event that you may need any assistance For questions or assistance please direct your email to productsupport horizonhobby com or call 877 504 0233 toll free to speak to a service technician Inspection or Repairs If this Product needs to be inspected or repaired please call for a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA 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 A Service Repair Request is available at www horizonhobby com on the Support tab If you do not have internet access please include a letter with your complete name street address email address and phone number where you can be reached during business days your RMA number a list of the included items method of payment for any non warranty expenses and a brief summary of the problem Yo
4. CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES LOSS OF PROFITS OR PRODUCTION OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY CON NECTED WITH THE PRODUCT WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED IN CONTRACT WARRANTY NEGLIGENCE OR STRICT LIABILITY 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 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 Damage Limits CONT D If you as the Purchaser or user are not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of this Product you are advised to return this 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 Safety Precautions 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 responsible 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 The Product 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
5. Responsible adult supervision is necessary while charging batteries Always check to ensure the polarity of battery connection is correct Never leave batteries unattended while charging Never charge a battery while it is installed in the 1 10 Night Crawler Do not charge any battery that appears to have any damage If there are exposed wires do not charge or use the battery until you have installed shrink wrap or replaced the complete wire When charging NiMH batteries select a charger to meet your requirements Chargers can be of two primary types for their source of power a 100 240V wall charger or one which requires a 12V power supply Follow the charger manufacturer s instruc tions and precautions during each use Supplied and Required Equipment gt Supplied tools Four 4 Hex Wrenches L shaped 3 32 5 64 1 16 and 050 Bind Plug Recommended Accessories Hobby grade knife Needle nose pliers Side cutting pliers Double sided tape LOSA4004 Safety Goggles Soldering iron Required Equipment A Six 6 cell NiMH or 2S LiPo battery pack Vehicle Battery 6 Cell 7 2V Stick Pack LOSB9903 2 Four 4 AA batteries 3 NiMH battery charger with automatic peak detection or LiPo compatible charger recommended MultiPro Intelligent Balance Charger _OSB9606 Using Your Charger If you do not yet have a charger a peak detecting charger will provide the performance required and take c
6. any overlapping interference from other 2 4GHz systems Steering Wheel Steering Trim TH Trim Antenna Power On Off Switch Throttle Trim TH Trim Dual Rate Steering Adjustment Throttle Brake Trigger Losi Radio System with 435 Spektrum 2 4GHz DSM Technology Transmitter The Losi LSR 3000 transmitter has several adjustments available to increase your enjoyment of the 1 10 Night Crawler vehicle 1 Power Switch Turns the transmitter on and off 2 Dual Rate ST D R Adjusts how much the wheels can turn left right in equal proportion 3 Steering Trim ST TRIM Adjusts the Hands Off direction of the 1 10 Slider 4 Throttle Trim TH TRIM Fine adjustment for the throttle and brake center Receiver There is no adjustment required of the receiver Please note the different slots for connection Auxiliary Channel Throttle Channel Steering Channel Binding Port There are bind channel one channel two and auxiliary slots The bind slot is used to bind the transmitter to the receiver The Losi LSR 3000 DSM radio system uses a unique GUID ID to bind the transmitter to each receiver This bind process has been performed during assembly and is described below should you replace the receiver or during a troubleshooting exercise you are requested to rebind your transmitter and receiver Although the transmitter and receiver are set bound at the factory below are the steps requi
7. is important for your safety and prevention of personal injury Charge the battery pack you have chosen NOT INCLUDED Refer to the manufacturer s supplied instructions for battery charging information Install the AA batteries into the Losi LSR 3000 transmitter see page 9 Use alkaline or rechargeable batteries only Install the battery pack see previous page The battery pack should be fully charged before installation Turn on the transmitter and then the vehicle It is a good practice to turn on the transmitter before the vehicle and turn it off after the vehicle has been turned off Check steering see page 12 Verify that the servo is functioning properly Driving the 1 10 Night Crawler see page 14 Performing maintenance of the 1 10 Night Crawler Refer to Tuning Adjusting and Maintenance of the 1 10 Night Crawler on page 15 The Losi LSR 3000 Radio System The Losi LSR 3000 radio system with Spektrum 2 4GHz DSM technology included with the 1 10 Night Crawler operates on 2 4GHz and provides 79 unique channels which are automatically selected when the transmitter and vehicle are turned on The communication between the transmitter and receiver begins in the few seconds after both are turned on They are bound from the factory to uniquely operate together The Losi LSR 3000 DSM radio system will not interfere with radio systems operating on legacy frequencies such as 27MHz or 75MHz neither will you experience
8. of accordingly Please note non warranty repair is only available on electronics and model engines Electronics requiring inspection or repair should be shipped to the following address Horizon Service Center 4105 Fieldstone Road Champaign Illinois 61822 USA All other Products requiring warranty inspection or repair should be shipped to the following address Horizon Product Support 4105 Fieldstone Road Champaign Illinois 61822 USA Please call 877 504 0233 or e mail us at productsupport horizonhobby com with any questions or concerns regarding this product or warranty United Kingdom Electronics and engines requiring inspection or repair should be shipped to the following address Horizon Hobby UK Units 1 4 Ployters Rd Staple Tye Harlow Essex CM18 7NS United Kingdom Please call 44 1279 641 097 or email us at sales horizonhobby co uk with any questions or concerns regarding this product or warranty Germany Electronics and engines requiring inspection or repair should be shipped to the following address Horizon Technischer Service Hamburger Str 10 25335 Elmshorn Germany Please call 49 4121 46199 66 or email us at anservice horizonhobby de with any questions or concerns regarding this product or warranty CE Compliance Information for the European Union Instructions for Disposal of WEEE by Users in the European Union This product must not be disposed of with other waste Instead it is th
9. your local hobby dealer Tuning Adjusting amp Maintaining the 1 10 Night Crawler Periodically examine your 1 10 Night Crawler for the following Keep your vehicle clean using a brush to remove dirt and dust Look for cracks in the suspension arms and other molded parts Check that the tires are still secure to the wheels Check that all the wheel bearings are clean and lubricated Using your tools attempt to tighten all the screws and nuts Transmission gears o Check the compound gear for wear o Check the spur gear for wear o Check the pinion gear Take the shocks off the vehicle and check especially if they appear to be leaking as it is time to rebuild them Look over all the wiring and connections for bare wire or any place which could lead to a short circuit Verify that the ESC is securely mounted to the chassis Verify the receiver is still securely mounted to the chassis Turn on the radio If the Green LED is off or dim replace the 4 AA batteries in the transmitter After you become familiar with driving your 1 10 Night Crawler you may need to reset or make adjustments for better driving performance Tuning the 1 10 Night Crawler Shock Location The 1 10 Night Crawler has two mounting locations The position can be easily adjusted by simply moving the top of the shock to another hole The standard location lower hole works best on jagged rocks or rougher terrain by raising the chassis providin
10. LOSB0104 1 10 NIGHT CRAWLER RTR ROCK CRAWLER CONNECT REGISTER WIN Register your product online so we can notify you about the latest option parts product updates tech tips service bulletins and more Visit WWW LOSI COM and follow the Product Registration link to stay connected For registering your Losi Product you will be automatically entered for a chance to win the Losi Pick Your Prize Sweep stakes The winner will be allowed to select a total prize package of 1 000 retail value based on their preference d Not Responsible for errors All prices subject to change without notice Losi a Division of Horizon Hobby Inc lt l Table of Contents Introduction Safety Precautions Battery Charging Supplied and Required Equipment Technical Overview ESC Overview Requirements Transmitter Battery Installation Vehicle Battery Installation Quick Start Losi DSM Radio System Driving the 1 10 Night Crawler Tuning Adjusting and Maintaining Troubleshooting the 1 10 Night Crawler Warranty Information Declaration of Conformity RC Terminology Parts Listing ie Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Losi 1 10 Night Crawler We are confident you will be satisfied with the performance of this durable and resilient vehicle Understanding that you are anxiously wanting to get your 1 10 Night Crawler ready for the rocks it will be to your long term benefit to make the effort and read through the ent
11. Link Mount LOSB3014 Center Transmission Shaft Pin Set LOSA1034 Lower Suspension Link Mounts amp Pins LOSB3015 Motor Plate LOSA1517 Steering King Pins amp Hardware LOSB3525 Molded 12mm Hex Set LOSA2030 Rear Outer Hub Cap amp Hardware LOSB3580 Center CV Drive Shaft LOSA3174 Worm Gear Spool d LOSB3581 Center Drive Shaft Cup Adaptor LOSA3175 Worm Pinion Drive Gear LOSB3582 Center Drive Shaft CV Yoke amp Coupler LOSA3184 Rear Axle LOSB3583 Cetner CV Drive Shaft Set LOSA3185 RearAxle Spacer Set Alum LOSB7002 Molded Bead Lock Rings Blue Chrome LOSA3194 Front amp Center CV Rebuild Kit d LOSB8050 Night Crawler Painted Body White LOSA3196 Front CV Drive Shaft Set HD LOSB8051 Night Crawler Painted Body Black LOSA3197 Front CV Axle HD LOSB8212 Night Crawler Sticker Sheet LOSA3198 Front CV Drive Shaft HD LOSB9499 Night Crawler 55T Motor LOSA3199 CV Pin Retainer Clip amp 11mm Pins HD LOSB9996 LED Light Set LOSA4009_ Battery Strap 2 LOSA4012 Axle Case Set Option Parts LOSA4037 Servo Mounts Plate Hardware LOSA1029 Lower Suspension Pivot Pins 2 LOSA4039 Transmission Skid Plate LOSA1031 Lower Track Rod 7x83mm 2 LOSAS012 LOSA1032 Upper Track Rod 7x70 55mm 2 LOSAS015 Double O Ring Shock Cartridge LOSA1035 Aluminum Front Spindle Set LOSA5046 Shock Pistons 56 4 EENS 3 99 LOSA1040 Aluminum Front Carrier Set LOSAS079 Shock Ends amp Cups 4 LOSA1041 Aluminum Lower Suspension L
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13. SC unsupervised while it is switched on in use or connected to a power source If there is a short circuit or product defect it could result in fire Ifthere are exposed wires do not use the ESC until you have installed shrink wrap or replaced the wire Disconnect the battery from the ESC after use The ESC is water resistant but should not be submerged or exposed to long periods of moisture Do not attempt to use more than a 2S LiPo battery or more than a 7 cell NiMH battery doing so will damage the ESC and could result in fire Always turn on the transmitter first then the ESC to prevent an out of control vehicle When setting your Electronic Speed Controller Please disconnect motor or remove the pinion gear during ESC setup or calibration functions Keep loose clothing hair gloves and fingers away from moving parts at all times Rubber tires can cause severe injury if there is a failure while running the vehicle while on a stand or when being held Ensure rubber tires are securely mounted to the rims and if not re glue them and check them often for security Batteries and Charging The 1 10 Night Crawler uses rechargeable batteries such as NiMH or LiPo These batteries require special handling to preserve performance and last a long time Read all instructions and precautions that are provided with the batteries intended to be used in the 1 10 Night Crawler Read all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the batteries
14. Servo Arm amp Metal Insert A LOSP071 Losi Heavy Duty Camp Chair LOSB2460 Body Post Set LOSA99104 Losi Race Wrench Set US 4 49 99 LOSB2827 3pc Alum Shock Body 2 LOSA99150 Losi Nut Driver Set US 4 54 99 LOSB2828 Shock Cap O Ring LOSA99162 Losi Nut Driver 7mm LOSB3012 Center Transmission Case amp Supports LOSA99170 Shock Matching Tool Spring 2 9 Rate Orange Spring 3 4 Rate Silver Spring 3 7 Rate Green LOSA4037 LOSA6229 LOSB2370 LOSA6206 LOSA1033 LOSA4012 LOSA6956 LOSA4012 i O LOSB2036 LOSA6306 LOSA6256 icone e LOSA6045 LOSA6269 LOSA6350 LOSA6269 2 7 D Losaz036 LOSA6229 LOSB2036 LOSA4037 LOSA4037 LOSA6308 LOSA6206 LOSA6256 LOSA3199 LOSA3198 LOSA6940 LOSA3197 LOSA6358 LOSA3199 LOSB3525 LOSA1517 LOSA1030 LOSA6248 LOSB3580 LOSA3194 LOSA6228 LOSA3193 LOSB3014 LOSA6947 LOSB3012 LOSA6947 LOSA6109 A LOSA6221 LOSA6350 OS LOSA6221 LOSA6308 LOSA6206 LOSA6213 LOSA6206 8 LOSA6228 LOSA6221 ei LOSB3012 LOSB1430 LOSA6210 LOSB3013 LOSB3013 LOSB3014 LOS4120 LOSA6201 LOSA6350 LOSA6210 LOSB9499 LOSB2291 e LOSA6350 LOSA6221 LOSA1034 LOSA4039 LOSB9996 LOSB2460 LOSA6256 LOSA8200 LOSB9996 LOSA6350 LOSA6210 LOSA6956 LOSA3175 LOSA6358 YO LOSA6947 LOSA6358 LOSA3174 LO
15. Spring 23 Rate Pink LOSA6283 4 40 x 5 8 Button Head Screws LOSA5152 2 5 Spring 26 Rate Red LOSA6294 2 56 x 5 16 Cap Head Screws LOSA5154 2 5 LOSA6306 4 40 Aluminum Mini Nuts 10 0 LOSA6308 4 40 Steel Locking 1 2 Nuts 10 28 Jeep oo LOSA6350 4 and 1 8 Hardened Washers I LOSA5460 2 5 Spring 4 1 Rate Blue LOSA6358 Shim Set for Comp Crawler LOSA8033 Grappler Pro Body Clear w Stickers amp Mask LOSA6937 5x10mm Shielded Ball Bearing 2 LOSA99037 Crawler Servo Arm Alum 23T JR Air KO LOSA6940 6x12mm Sealed Ball Bearing 2 LOSA99038 Crawler Servo Arm Alum 24T Hitec LOSA6943 10x15mm Sealed Ball Bearing 2 LOSA99039 Crawler Servo Arm Alum 25T Fut LOSA6946 6x10x3mm Sealed Bearing LOSA7681B Fr R Comp Claws 2 2 Tires wiem Foam Blue 22 99 LOSA6947 5x11x4 Rubber Sealed Ball Bearing 4 LOSA7683WF1 R Rock Carvers 2 2 Tires wiem Foam Wht 22 99 LOSA6956 12x8x4mm Bearing 2 LOSA7697 Memory Foam Insert 2 Rock Crawler Tires LOSA7020 2 2 Beadlock Wheels Chrome w Rings 2 LOSB0822 MSX12 Digital Mini Servo LOSA8200 Body Clips LOSB9585 1 10 Xcelorin Rock Crawling Brushless System 299 99 LOSB2034 r LOSA99006 Losi RC Pit Roller Bag LOSB2036 Steering Track Rod amp Bushings LOSA99004 Team Losi Cargo Bag LOSB2037 Upper Track Rods LOSA99010 Losi RC Duffle Bag LOSB2290 Chassis Plate Set Blue k LOSA99012 Losi RC Backpack LOSB2291 Battery Tray LOSA99013 Losi Pit Mat Large LOSB2370
16. are of your expensive batteries A popular choice for a charger would be a peak detection charger that can be plugged into a household AC wall socket The peak detection portion of the charger monitors the battery charging and will automatically shut off upon full charge Other peak detection chargers require a 12V power source to charge your batteries You would need to use or purchase a hobby grade 12V power supply before charging If you are going to be using a charger other than a peak detection charger it is important to have your battery fully discharged prior to recharging Many of these have a timer that allows you to set the amount of charge time If the battery was not fully discharged from prior use you can potentially overcharge your battery pack If you are using a LiPo battery be sure to consult manufacturers suggestions for an appropriate LiPo compatible charger Chargers designed for NiMH cells only should never be used to charge your LiPo batteries and could result in serious injury Do not charge any battery unattended and monitor for heat build up If the battery pack is more than warm to the touch immediately discontinue charging Read all safety precautions supplied by the charger manufacturer and also any from the battery manufacturer The Losi 1 10 Night Crawler Overview gt Electronic Speed Control NiMh LiPo Compatible On Off Switch EC3 Battery Connector Battery Strap Body Mount e Motor
17. ctors and the battery pack Contact Horizon Support Team at 1 877 504 0233 for service instructions Motor runs backwards The black wire lead from the motor should be connected to the black wire lead from the ESC and the same for the red wires If not please correct by swapping the wires If you are still experiencing problems please contact the Horizon Support Team at 1 877 504 0233 Motor starts running immediately after the battery has been connected There may be internal ESC damage Contact the Horizon Support Team at 1 877 504 0233 Vehicle will not reverse Make sure the throttle trim is at neutral Recalibrate Set up the ESC see page 8 Check to see if the ESC is in forward only mode that does not have reverse active lt lt Warranty Information gt Age Recommendation 14 years or over This is not a toy This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision Warranty Period Exclusive Warranty Horizon Hobby Inc Horizon warranties that the Products purchased the Product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the date of purchase by the Purchaser Limited Warranty a This warranty is limited to the original Purchaser Purchaser and is not transferable REPAIR OR REPLACE MENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE PURCHASER This warranty covers only those Products purchased from an authorized Horizon dealer Thi
18. e user s 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 natural 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 4105 Fieldstone Road Champaign IL 61822 USA Declaration of Conformity in accordance with ISO IEC 17050 1 No HH20090814 Product s LOS 1 10 Night Crawler RTR Item Number s LOSB0104 Equipment class 2 The object of declaration described above is in conformity with the requirements of the specifications listed below followin the provisions of the European R amp TTE directive 199 300 328 Technical requirements for Radio equipment EN 301 489 1 301 489 17 General EMC requirements Signed for and on behalf of Horizon Hobby Inc Champaign IL USA Aug 14 2009 Steven A Hall oe EN EE Vice President International Operations and Risk Management Horizon Hobby Inc SE Replacement Parts List MSS LOSA1030 Spindle amp Carrier Set K LOSB3013 Center Transmission Gear Set LOSA1033 Upper Suspension
19. es from the transmitter Troubleshooting Your 1 10 Night Crawler Many questions are the result of simple user errors or minor adjustments which are easily addressed If after reading below you cannot resolve your problem then please call the Horizon Support Team at 1 877 504 0233 Radio system does not work properly If the power light on the transmitter is not turning on first ensure the batteries are installed correctly You should also check that the batteries are good and or if rechargeable are fully charged Replace them if needed If the power light is blinking then the transmitter batteries are weak and should be replaced Short radio range If the radio range appears short make sure the batteries are all fully charged and or are in good condition Another tip is to make sure that your receiver s antenna is free from cuts abrasions or kinks Steering works but the motor will not run The speed control may have gotten too hot and thermally shut down Allow time for the speed control to cool If this is the problem and has happened a few times consider using a smaller pinion or a larger spur gear Check that a motor wire has not come loose Verify that the electronic speed control is plugged into the throttle channel of the receiver Check using another battery Contact the Horizon Support Team at 1 877 504 0233 for service instructions Steering servo does not work Check all wires radio system battery conne
20. g more belly clearance Moving the top of the shock to the upper hole will reduce the amount of droop and lower your chassis This works better on smooth steep rocks and sidehilling and increases stability Upper Track Rods Raising or lower the upper track rods will change how the 1 10 Night Crawler reacts under power when climbing and descending The links have been placed in the middle position for a more neutral setting Generally on high traction rock we suggest mounting the links in the upper holes while on loose or slippery rock use the bottom holes Both front and rear link adjustments will change the handling of your 1 10 Night Crawler experiment with the settings and see what suits your driving style Adjusting Gear Mesh Incorrect gear mesh is the most common cause of stripped spur gears To set the gear mesh one method is to cut a narrow strip of notebook paper and thread it in between the gears Loosen the motor screws and slide the motor and pinion gear into the spur gear Retighten the motor screws and then remove the strip of paper Or you can loosen the motor and carefully slide the motor leaving a small amount of backlash play between the spur and pinion gears It should not be tight and if you look up close there should be slight movement of the spur before contacting the teeth on the pinion gear Gear Ratio When using higher gear ratios bigger pinion it is extremely important to monitor the temperat
21. ink Mounts LOSAS1S6 2 5 Spring 3 Rate Silver 39 LOSA1520 Steering Drag Link Assembly LOSA5224 Silicone Shock Oil 30 Wt 2 oz LOSA1521 Steering Linkage Assembly LOSA6109 5mm E Clips 12 LOSA2032 Aluminum Rear Hub Set SE EE LOSA3186 12mm Aluminum Hex 5 7mm wide 4 LOSA6205 4 40 x 3 4 Socket Head Screws LOSA4035 Body Post Set LOSA6206 4 40 x 3 8 Socket Head Screws 10 LOSA4040 Aluminum Servo Mounts LOSA6210 4 40 x 3 8 Flat Head Socket Screws LOSA1513 Bushing Steering Knuckle 2 LOSA6213 4 40 x 1 4 Flat Head Socket Screws LOSA1518 Steering King Pins TiNi 4 LOSA6221 4 40 x 5 8 Cap Screws LOSA5043 Shock Pistons 60 Natural 4 LOSA6227 Hardened Setscrews 4 40 LOSA5045 Shock Piston 57 Black 4 LOSA6228 Hardened Setscrews 5 40 d LOSA5046_ Shock Pistons 56 Red 4 LOSA6229 4 40 x 3 8 Button Head Screws I LOSA5047 Shock Pistons 55 Orange 4 LOSA6232 2 56 x 1 4 Socket Head Screws LOSA5048 Shock Pistons 54 Blue 4 LOSA6245 4 40 x 5 16 Button Head Screws 2 LOSA5056 Threaded Shock Body Set 1 2 LOSA6248 4 40 Setscrew Assortment 11 i LOSA5062 Shock Shaft 1 2 Ti Nitride LOSA6256 4 40 x 1 2 Button Head Screws 6 LOSA5144 2 75 Spring 1 4 Rate Gold LOSA6258 2 56 x 5 16 Flat Head Screws LOSA5146 2 75 Spring 1 6 Rate Gray LOSA6268 4 40 x 1 1 4 Flat Head Screws k LOSA5147 2 75 Spring 1 8 Rate White LOSA6269 4 40 x 5 16 Flat Head Screws LOSA5150 2 5
22. ire manual In the following pages you will find all the information you will need to set up as well as operate your new 1 10 Night Crawler to its full potential If you are an experienced RC hobbyist or new to RC vehicles it will benefit you to read all enclosed information From everyone at Losi we would like to thank you again for choosing the 1 10 Night Crawler Our goal is helping people have fun and enjoy using our products Register your Losi Product Online Register your 1 10 Night Crawler now and be the first to find out about the latest option parts product updates and more Log on to www LOSI com and follow the product registration link to stay connected Losi Horizon Support If you have any questions concerning setup or operation of your 1 10 Night Crawler please call Horizon Customer Support at 1 877 504 0233 Hours Monday thru Friday from 8 00am CST to 5 00pm CST In the United Kingdom please call Horizon Hobby UK Customer Support at 44 1279 641 097 Getting Ready Thoroughly read all the enclosed material precautions and follow instructions to avoid damaging your new RC vehicle If you choose to not follow these steps or instructions it will be consid ered negligence If after review of this manual and prior to running your 1 10 Night Crawler you determine this RC vehicle is not what you want DO NOT proceed and DO NOT run the 1 10 Night Crawler If the 1 10 Night Crawler has been run your local hobby sho
23. nterference Receiver wired incorrectly Check polarity and orientation of controlplugs Batteries discharged Recharge or replace Transmitter adjusted improperly ESC programmed incorrectly Reprogram Throttle trim may be set improperly ESC program does not match transmitter Reprogram ESC Motor capacitors broken missing Repair or replace Motor noise Move receiver further away from ESC motor and wiring Transmitter batteries low Replace batteries Installing Batteries Transmitter Remove the battery cover from the bottom of the transmitter by sliding it away from the base of the handle Install the four 4 AA size batteries into the base noting polarity when inserting each battery Transmitter with batteries installed Reinstall the battery cover by sliding it back on the handle base Stick Type Battery Pack s To install the battery pack loosen the hook amp loop straps and slide the battery under the straps Pull tight the straps and lay the strap on the exposed loop surface Crawler LiPo Type Battery Pack s When installing optional Crawler LiPo packs remove both hook and loop straps and install one strap through the base of teh battery tray as pictured above E Quick Start as Note Please read the entire manual to gain a full understanding of the 1 10 Night Crawler vehicle fine tuning the setup and performing maintenance U Read the safety precautions found on page 3 This
24. p will not be able to process a return or accept it for exchange Caution THIS PRODUCT IS SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN 14 YEARS OR OVER THIS PRODUCT IS NOT A This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision When driving the 1 10 Night Crawler it is important that you take measures to avoid someone being hit by the vehicle You may cause serious injury to another person or to personal property should you make contact while running the 1 10 Night Crawler Be gt We hope you operate this RC model in a safe reasonable and cautious fashion in order to enjoy your vehicle Should you operate this vehicle without a cautious and reasonable approach it may result in serious injury and or property damage Only you can control and make certain that safety precautions and instructions are followed Safety Precautions General The 1 10 Night Crawler is not a toy This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision Avoid an area that has many pedestrians or crowds of people Keep in mind that this vehicle is radio controlled and can experience moments of radio loss or interference so provide for a margin of error at all times Please be aware that the motor and batteries of this RC vehicle will get HOT during each use Be careful not to burn yourself Electronic Speed Control ESC Read all safety precautions prior to each use Never leave the vehicle E
25. rd party transactions are not covered by this warranty Proof of purchase is required for warranty claims Further Horizon reserves the right to change or modify this warranty without notice and disclaims all other warranties express or implied b Limitations HORIZON MAKES NO WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION EXPRESS OR IMPLIED ABOUT NON INFRINGEMENT MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FORA PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF THE PRODUCT THE PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY ALONE HAVE DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCT WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS PURCHASER S INTENDED USE c Purchaser Remedy Horizon s sole obligation hereunder shall be that Horizon will at its option i repair or ii replace any Product determined by Horizon to be defective In the event of a defect these are the Purchaser s exclusive remedies Horizon reserves the right to inspect any and all equipment involved in a warranty claim Repair or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to acts of God accident misuse abuse negligence commercial use or modification of or to any part of the Product This warranty does not cover damage due to improper installation operation maintenance or attempted repair by anyone other than Horizon Return of any goods by Purchaser must be approved in writing by Horizon before shipment Damage Limits HORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL INDIRECT OR
26. red to rebind your transmitter and receiver should the need arise Rebind Process 1 Ensure that the transmitter and vehicle are both turned off 2 Using the supplied Bind plug which looks like a standard receiver plug with a short wire loop installed insert the Bind plug into the receiver slot labeled BIND When you look down on the receiver slots it is the slot farthest from the LED and nearest to the corner of the receiver Note You do not need to remove any other plugs to rebind With the bind plug installed turn on the vehicle Notice the LED is now blinking You are now ready to turn on the transmitter You should notice on the back of the transmitter a similar blinking LED under a translucent cover Both the receiver and transmitter LEDs will stop blinking and be on solid indicating that they have bound themselves together Turn off the vehicle and then the transmitter Remove the bind plug from the receiver Turn on the transmitter and then the vehicle to ensure operation If the transmitter does not control the vehicle please repeat steps 1 7 above If after several attempts you are unsuccessful please call Horizon product support 9 The bind process is complete Your vehicle s radio system is now ready for use Receiver Antenna Using your fingers gently straighten the antenna wire to be close to vertical from the chassis for the best radio reception Factory Settings of Radio ESC The Electronic Speed Control
27. ur original sales receipt must also be included for warranty consideration Be sure your name address and RMA number are clearly written on the outside of the shipping carton Warranty Inspection and Repairs To receive warranty service you must include your original sales receipt verifying the proof of purchase date Provided warranty conditions have been met your Product will be repaired or replaced free of charge Repair or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby lt lt Warranty Information CONT D Non Warranty Repairs Should your repair not be covered by warranty the repair 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 repair you are agreeing to payment of the repair without notification Repair estimates are available upon request You must include this request with your repair Non warranty repair estimates will be billed a minimum of 1 2 hour of labor In addition you will be billed for return freight Please advise us of your preferred method of payment Horizon accepts money orders and cashiers checks as well as Visa MasterCard American Express and Discover cards If you choose to pay by credit card please include your credit card number and expira tion date Any repair left unpaid or unclaimed after 90 days will be considered abandoned and will be disposed
28. ures of the battery and motor If the battery is extremely hot and or the motor is so hot that you cannot touch it most likely you are over geared and drawing a lot of current The pinion gear installed on the 1 10 Night Crawler is a 20 tooth pinion provides the power for most crawling situations Gear Ratio Chart Tuning the Chassis of the 1 10 Night Crawler CONT D Battery Position The 1 10 Night Crawler accepts mulitple battery configura tions as shown on page 10 By using a Losi Crawler specific LiPo battery the weight can be moved towards the front helping to provide better overall traction and reducing the overall weight and center of gravity Wheels and Tires The tires come pre mounted with the vehicle and should be checked to make certain the beads have not pulled out from the wheels The rough edges of rocks can eventually pull a bead from the wheel If this happens remove the wheel from the vehicle and loosen all six 2 56 flat head screws so that the Beadlock ring is slighly pulled away from the wheel Carefully tuck the bead back in place and using a star pattern tightned the screws evenly 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 battery from the model whenever the model is stored If the model will be stored for along time then also remove the batteri
29. utput 5V DC 1 amp max at 7 2V Overload Protection Dimensions 1 575in x 1 575in x 1 063in 40mm x 40mm x 27mm 1 87 oz 53 g Connecting the Battery The MSC 12L comes pre wired with a EC3 connector Use battery packs from 4 cell 4 8 volt to 7 cell 8 4 volt sub C size battery packs or with 2S LiPo packs 7 4 volt 1 Be sure the on off switch is in the off position 2 Connect a fully charged battery pack to the speed control s battery connector Adjusting the Transmitter 1 Set the throttle reversing switch to the NORMAL position 2 Set the throttle trim to the CENTER position Input Voltage Speed Control Programming NOTE While in the programming mode no power is applied to the motor Battery Selection When the ESC is powered on the LED will be flashing for 2 seconds to indicate the Selected Battery Type During this time the user can press the key to toggle between LiPo and NiMH NiCd modes After the key has been pressed battery type selected the LED will flash for 2 more seconds A Turn on ESC and push button once within 2 seconds push again to toggle between modes B Red light indicates LiPo mode with 6 volt cut off C Green light indicates NIMH NiCd mode One Touch Endpoint Setup NOTE Please be sure to set all throttle trim settings to neutral before performing an endpoint setup A Hold button and turn on ESC until the Red Green light comes on
30. was calibrated together with the radio system at the factory When you turn on and run the 1 10 Night Crawler for the first time you may be required to slightly adjust the Throttle Trim If the vehicle creeps in reverse or in forward just make a fine adjustment to the Throttle Trim knob on the transmitter Sometimes during transportation the settings can be slightly altered lt Driving the 1 10 Night Crawler gt Please note the following precautions before running your 1 10 Night Crawler How you drive your 1 10 Night Crawler will also affect your run times Hard acceleration draws a lot of current from any The Electronics in this vehicle are not waterproof and you must avoid running the vehicle in or through standing water wet grass mud or snow Perform a check of the vehicle before going out to run it o Ensure the tires are not coming off the rims o Generally check the vehicle for items such as a loose wheel nut or anything loose on the steering assembly The vibrations of running off road tend to loosen screws and nuts Be careful driving when the battery is nearly discharged or the car is running slowly You could lose enough power for the receiver to shutdown and you may lose control When driving the 1 10 Night Crawler be cautious and use common sense If your vehicle gets into a stall under or against a rock if after a three seconds it does not climb the obsticle do not continue to pull the throttle This
31. will overload the ESC and or motor resulting in damage to one or possibly both and is not covered by your warranty Reverse and try a different approach After running a battery pack allow the electronics several minutes to cool before running the next battery pack Run Time Consideration For The 1 10 Night Crawler Vehicle The single largest factor in run time is the capacity mAh of your battery pack The larger the mAh rating the more run time you will experience On the same note the longer you run the hotter the battery plugs can get Please check the standard plugs periodically For example if you have a 4600mAh battery pack you can expect close to twice the run time of a 2000mAh battery pack The condition of a battery pack is also an important factor in both run time and speed As batteries see more use they will degrade in performance and capacity battery and will lead to shortened run time If the bearings are dirty they will cause significant drag leading to reduced run times and speed To improve run times consider the following Keep your vehicle clean and maintained Change the gearing to a lower ratio making the electronics run cooler This can be accomplished by using a smaller pinion gear than those originally supplied The 1 10 Night Crawler comes with a 20 tooth pinion Change to battery packs of higher mAh ratings Is the charger you re using the best at charging your batteries Check with
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