Traxxas 7005 Motorized Toy Car User Manual
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1. E a 7 J 7 J J 0 Oh Pitt domed jm Gamers Amant Channel Servo MHZ AM DIGITAL PROPORTIONAL A 27 FOUR CHANNEL RADIO SYSTEM 1 tee ri n g In addition to the electronic throttle and steering trim controls mo your radio system features throttle neutral adjustment and servo reversing switches These are preset at the factory and should not require further adjustment Throttle Default Setting Throttle Neutral Adjustment The throttle neutral adjustment is located on the transmitter face Each time you prepare to run your model you and controls the forward reverse travel of the throttle trigger must clear your frequency to be sure no one pn Change the adjustment by pressing the button and sliding it to else in the area is using the same channel as GO channel 2 the desired position you There are six possible channels numbered ai There are two settings available 1 through 6 Each is represented by a color E channel 3 50 50 Allows equal travel for both Q Look at the crystal plugged into the back of lt P Channel 4 acceleration and reverse your transmitter to determine which channel Yellow 70 30 Allows more throttle travel 70 K your model is assigned to oo and less reverse travel 30 D Always turn your TQ transmitter on first and off channe 6 Note If you change throttle travel you I last This procedure will help to prevent your one will need to reprogram the electronic TLE TR2. OWNERS MANUAL BEFORE YOU PROCEED SAFETY PRECAUTIONS TOOLS SUPPLIES AND REQUIRED EQUIPMENT ANATOMY OF THE MODEL QUICK START GETTING UP TO SPEED THE TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL DRIVING YOUR MODEL TUNING ADJUSTMENTS MAINTAINING YOUR MODEL 1 16 SLASH 4WD INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Traxxas 1 16 scale model Your new model combines proven Traxxas innovations including F1 inspired rocker actuated suspension waterproof electronics and a monocoque style chassis for outstanding handling and incredible speed and power Your Traxxas model is designed for high performance driving with balanced weight distribution lightweight and high strength materials and the precise engineering that is the hallmark of all Traxxas vehicles This manual contains the instructions you will need to operate and maintain your model so that you can enjoy it for years to come We want you to feel confident that you own one of the best performing models in the market and that it is backed by a team of professionals who aim to provide the highest level of factory support possible Traxxas models are about experiencing total performance and satisfaction not just with your model but also with the company that stands behind it We know you re excited about getting your new model on the road or trail but it s very important that you take some time to read through the Own
3. 16 1 16 SLASH 4WD DRIVING YOUR MODEL Now it s time to have some fun This section contains instructions on driving and making adjustments to your model Before you go on here are some important precautions to keep in mind Allow the model to cool for a few minutes between runs This is particularly important when using high capacity battery packs that allow extended periods of running Monitoring temperatures will extend the lives of the battery and motor e Do not continue to operate the model with low batteries or you could lose control of it Indications of low battery power include slow operation and sluggish servos slow to return to center Stop immediately at the first sign of weak batteries When the batteries in the transmitter become weak the red power light will begin to flash Stop immediately and install new batteries Do not drive the model at night on public streets or in large crowds of people Ifthe model becomes stuck against an object do not continue to run the motor Remove the obstruction before continuing Do not push or pull objects with the model e Because the model is controlled by radio it is subject to radio interference from many sources beyond your control Since radio interference can cause momentary losses of control allow a safety margin of space in all directions around the model in order to prevent collisions e Use good common sense whenever you are driving your model
4. fEUEER SETH 4 The LED will blink and then turn solid green Low Voltage Detection ACTIVE or red Low Voltage Detection DISABLED The model is ready to drive Note If you missed the mode you wanted keep the EZ Set button pressed down and the blink cycle will repeat until the button is released and a Mode is selected LED Codes and Protection Modes e Solid Green XL 2 5 power on light Low Voltage Detection is ACTIVATED LiPo setting e Solid Red XL 2 5 power on light Low Voltage Detection is DISABLED NiCad NiMH setting Never use LiPo batteries while Low Voltage Detection is disabled e Fast Blinking Red The XL 2 5 is equipped with thermal shutdown protection to guard against overheating caused by excessive current flow If the operating temperature exceeds safe limits the XL 2 5 will automatically shut down Let the XL 2 5 cool Make sure your model is properly geared for the conditions e Slow Blinking Red with Low Voltage Detection on The XL 2 5 has entered Low Voltage Protection When the battery voltage begins to reach the minimum recommended discharge voltage threshold for LiPo battery packs the XL 2 5 will limit the power output to 50 throttle When the battery voltage attempts to fall below the minimum threshold the XL 2 5 will shut down all motor output The LED on the speed control will slowly blink red indicating a low voltage shutdown The XL 2 5 will stay in this mode until a fully charged battery is conn
5. indicating Low Voltage Detection is disabled Be certain to activate Low Voltage Detection if you install LiPo batteries in your model Verify that Low Voltage Detection is DISABLED 1 Turn on the transmitter with the throttle at neutral 2 Connect a fully charged battery pack to the XL 2 5 3 Press and release the EZ Set button to turn the XL 2 5 on If the LED is solid red then the Low Voltage Detection is DISABLED not safe to use LiPo batteries If the LED is solid green then Low Voltage Detection is ACTIVATED To activate Low Voltage Detection LiPo setting 1 Make sure the LED on the XL 2 5 is on and RED 2 Press and hold the EZ Set button the LED will turn off A After ten seconds the motor will beep twice and the LED will shine GREEN Release the button B 3 Low Voltage Detection is now ACTIVATED To disable Low Voltage Detection NiMH setting 1 Make sure the LED on the XL 2 5 is on and GREEN 2 Press and hold the EZ Set button the LED will turn off A After ten seconds the motor will beep three times and the LED will shine RED Release the button B Pma mre 3 Low Voltage Detection is now DISABLED Transmitter Adjustments for the XL 2 5 ESC Before attempting to program your XL 2 5 ESC it is important to make sure that your transmitter is properly adjusted set back to the factory defaults Otherwise you may not get the best performance from your speed control 3 Beeps LED shines red
6. such as between the positive battery terminal and ground Using the analogy of the garden hose while current is the quantity of water flow in the hose voltage corresponds to the pressure that is forcing the water through the hose Ae ee D THE TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM rie If the power indicator Your TQ transmitter uses 8 AA batteries see sidebar page 11 doesn t light red check the The battery compartment is located in the base of the transmitter polarity of the batteries Check rechargeable batteries for a full charge Spray a little window cleaner on the antenna wire to make it easier to push through the antenna tube Press in tab If there are any kinks in the black antenna wire it will be more difficult to push through the antenna tube Pull the wire straight by sandwiching it between your thumb and index finger and 1 Remove the battery compartment door by pressing the tab and running your fingers along lifting the door up the length of the wire with i 2 Install the batteries in the correct orientation as indicated in the medium pressure battery compartment 3 Reinstall the battery door and snap it closed Don t shorten the length of 4 Turn on the transmitter and check the power indicator for a solid the antenna wire Its length red light is tuned to the frequency If the power indicator light flashes then the transmitter batteries band cutting it could are weak discharged or possibl
7. that will charge the supplied battery in approximately six hours Plug the charger into the wall Connect the included battery pack to the charger output cord After six hours unplug the battery from the charger and unplug the charger from the wall when charging is complete Never leave a battery unattended while charging Your model includes a 7 2 volt battery pack To properly balance the model it should be installed in the battery compartment on the left side of the model Follow these steps to 3 Me install the battery Battery Installation 1 Open the battery compartment door by pressing on the release tabs 2 llthe b Battery Wire Slot Install the battery pack with the battery pe wires facing the rear Battery Orientation of the model 3 Route the battery wire through the slot near the vent 4 Close the battery door making sure not to pinch the battery wires Be sure both release tabs are fully engaged with the door Do not connect the battery pack to the ESC at this time Note always unplug the battery and remove from the model after use Using an Additional Battery Pack for Increased Run Time Traxxas 1 16 models only require one battery pack but the chassis can accept two batteries The model can be run with two battery packs to extend run time The batteries must be connected in parallel which will combine the capacity of the two batteries for example two 7 2 volt 1000mAh packs connect
8. The transmitter should be adjusted as follows 1 Set the throttle neutral switch to the 50 50 setting 2 Set the throttle trim to the middle 0 setting This adjusts the neutral position 3 Set the Channel 2 servo reversing switch to the left position 4 Do not change the position of any of the servo reversing switches after programming the XL 2 5 ESC XL 2 5 Setup Programming Calibrating your ESC and transmitter Read through all of the programming steps before you begin If you get lost during programming or receive unexpected results simply unplug the battery wait a few seconds plug the battery pack in and start over 1 Disconnect one of the motor wires between the XL 2 5 and the motor This is a precaution to prevent runaway when the speed control is turned on before it is programmed 2 Connect a fully charged battery pack to the XL 2 5 3 Turn on the transmitter with the throttle at neutral 4 Press and hold the EZ Set button A The LED will first turn green and then red Release the button 5 When the LED blinks RED ONCE Pull the throttle trigger to the full throttle position and hold it there B 6 When the LED blinks RED TWICE Push the throttle trigger to the full reverse and hold it there C 7 When the LED blinks GREEN ONCE programming is complete The LED will then shine green or red depending on Low Voltage Detection setting indicating the XL 2 5 is on and at neutral D XL 2 5 Ope
9. battery and charger instructions here are some more tips to keep in mind e Use the supplied charger to charge the included battery See Charging the Battery Pack on page 10 e Never leave batteries to charge unattended e Remove the battery from the model while charging e Always unplug the battery from the electronic speed control when the model is not in use and when it is being stored or transported Allow the battery pack to cool off between runs before charging e Do not use battery packs that have been damaged in any way e Do not use battery packs that have damaged wiring exposed wiring or a damaged connector e Children should have responsible adult supervision when charging and handling batteries LiPo Batteries Warning Lithium Polymer LiPo batteries require special care and handling procedures for long life and safe operation LiPo batteries are intended only for advanced users that are educated on the risks associated with LiPo battery use The XL 2 5 speed control is able to use LiPo batteries with nominal voltage not to exceed 7 4 volts 2S packs LiPo batteries have a minimum safe discharge voltage threshold that should not be exceeded The XL 2 5 is equipped with built in Low Voltage Detection that alerts the driver when LiPo batteries have reached their minimum voltage discharge threshold Low Voltage Detection on the speed control is just one part of a comprehensive plan for safe LiPo battery us
10. go This will prevent air bubbles Placing both ends of the decal down and then trying to smooth it out will result in air pockets Look at the photos on the box for typical decal placement 1 716 SLASH 4WD e 5 ANATOMY OF THE 1 16 SLASH 4WD Rear Half Shaft Battery Compartment Vent Hex Hub Battery Door Release Tab Turnbuckle Pivot Ball Antenna Mount Rear Body Axle Carrier Mount Battery Compartment Door LED Light Pipe Turnbuckle Rear Bumper Receiver Box Eg a Push Rod T Rocker jae L a Front Bumper O f IN L L Front Body Mount Rocker Electronic Speed Oil Shock Control XL 2 5 Damper jii Motor Titan 12T Front Transmission Rear Suspension Suspension Arm Arm Steering Servo Spring Pre load Traxxas High Current Adjuster Connector Chassis 6e 1 16 SLASH 4wWD UP TO SPEED Y4 The following guide is an overview of the procedures for getting your model running Look for the Quick Start logo on the bottom dh corners of Quick Start pages 2 The Quick Start Guide is not intended to replace the L 1 Read the safety precautions on page 4 L 7 Check servo operation See page 13 full operating instructions available in this manual For your own Safety understand where carelessness and misuse Make sure the steering servo is working correctly could lead to personal injury Please read this entir
11. model has a number of adjustable features Gearing shock preload and damping ride height and wheel camber can all be easily adjusted Ride Height Adjustment Your model has threaded shock bodies that make it easy to adjust ride height Threading the shocks preload collars away from the caps will raise the vehicle s ride height the ae distance from the chassis Ride Height to the ground and Sag Droop 1 3 reduce the suspension s down travel also known as sag or droop This can be helpful in rugged terrain where extra ground clearance is needed However the vehicle s center of gravity CG will be raised making it less stable Compression 2 3 Janell eJOL Axle Centerline at Max Compression Axle Centerline at Ride Height Axle Centerline at Max Sag Threading the shocks preload collars toward the caps will lower the vehicle s ride height and increase the suspension s droop This will lower the vehicle s CG and improve handling but it will also reduce ground clearance From the factory your model is set up as shown in the illustration above At rest the suspension sags to about 1 3 of its total travel This allows the suspension to extend so the wheel can drop into depressions over rough terrain This leaves 2 3 of the total suspension travel for compression when absorbing bumps and landing jumps These settings are ideal for most surfaces and only small changes in ride height should b
12. return or exchange after it has been run Throughout this manual you ll notice warnings and helpful hints identified by the icons below Be sure to read them An important warning about personal safety or avoiding damage to your model and related components Special advice from Traxxas to make things easier and more fun Refers you to a page with a related topic If you have any questions about your model or its operation call the Traxxas Technical Support line toll free at 1 888 TRAXXAS 1 888 872 9927 Technical support is available Monday through Friday from 8 30am to 9 00pm central time Technical assistance is also available at Traxxas com You may also e mail customer support with your question at support Traxxas com Join thousands of registered members in our online community at Traxxas com Traxxas Offers a full service on site repair facility to handle any of your Traxxas service needs Maintenance and replacement parts may be purchased directly from Traxxas by phone or online at BuyTraxxas com You can save time along with shipping and handling costs by purchasing replacement parts from your local dealer Do not hesitate to contact us with any of your product support needs We want you to be thoroughly satisfied with your new model All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model Operate your model sensibly and with care and it will be exciting safe and fun for you and those around you Fai
13. 2 5 off press and hold the EZ Set button until the LED turns solid green then solid red and then begins blinking red indicating the Profile numbers 3 When the LED blinks RED ONCE release the EZ Set button 4 The LED will blink and then turn solid green Low Voltage Detection ACTIVE or red Low Voltage Detection DISABLED The model is ready to drive Selecting Race Mode Profile 2 100 Forward 100 Brakes No Reverse 1 Connect a fully charged battery pack to the XL 2 5 and turn on your transmitter 2 With the XL 2 5 off press and hold the EZ Set button until the LED turns MSAGA RSs solid green then solid red and then begins blinking red indicating the Profile numbers 3 When the LED blinks RED TWICE release the EZ Set button 4 The LED will blink and then turn solid green Low Voltage Detection ACTIVE or red Low Voltage Detection DISABLED The model is ready to drive Green to Red to Off One blink Red Release Solid Red Two blinks Red Release Solid Red ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL Selecting Training Mode Profile 3 50 Forward 100 Brakes 50 Reverse 1 Connect a fully charged battery pack to the XL 2 5 and turn on your transmitter 2 With the XL 2 5 off press and hold the EZ Set button until the LED turns solid green then solid red and then begins blinking red indicating the Profile numbers 3 When the LED blinks RED THREE TIMES release the EZ Set button
14. IM a model from receiving stray signals from another transmitter speed control or other source and running out of control 12 1 16 SLASH 4WD e Always have the transmitter turned on before plugging in the battery e Always use new or freshly charged batteries for the radio system Weak batteries will limit the range of the radio signal between the receiver and the transmitter Loss of the radio signal can cause you to lose control of your model ioisiniahcien 0 Always turn your transmitter on first Plug in the battery Turn on the model The TQ Radio System was pre adjusted at the factory The adjustment should be checked before running the model in case of Movement during shipping Here s how 1 Fully extend the chrome antenna mast on the transmitter and turn the switch on The red indicator light on the transmitter should be solid red not flashing 2 Elevate the model so that all four tires are off the ground If you are holding the model make sure hands and clothing are clear of the wheels and other moving parts on the model 3 Plug the battery pack in the model into the speed control 4 The on off switch is integrated into the speed control With the transmitter on press the ESC set button for 12 second until the LED shines GREEN then immediately release the button This turns the model on see page 14 for more on ESC setup and operation To turn the ESC off press the set button until the gr
15. Intentionally driving in an abusive and rough manner will only result in poor performance and broken parts Take care of your model so that you can enjoy it for a long time to come e High performance vehicles produce small vibrations which may loosen hardware over time Frequently check wheel nuts and other screws on your vehicle to ensure that all hardware remains properly tightened About Run Time A large factor affecting run time is the type and condition of your batteries The milliamp hour mAh rating of the batteries determines how large their fuel tank is A 2000 mAh battery pack will theoretically run twice as long as a 1000 mAh pack Because of the wide variation in the types of batteries that are available and the methods with which they can be charged it s impossible to give exact run times for the model Another major factor which affects run time is how the model is driven Run times may decrease when the model is driven repetitively from a stop to top speed and with repetitive hard acceleration Tips for Increasing Run Time e Use batteries with the highest mAh rating you can purchase e Use the included charger or a high quality peak detecting charger e Read and follow all maintenance and care instructions provided by the manufacturer of your batteries and charger e Keep the ESC cool Get plenty of airflow across the ESC heat sinks e Lower your gear ratio Installing smaller pinion gears will lower your ge
16. amber is the camber angle at the wheel when the vehicle is set at its normal stationary ride height The suspension pivot balls located in the axle carriers adjust the static camber Camber is factory set at negative 1 degree with the pivot balls threaded all the way into the suspension arms To adjust static camber insert the supplied 2mm hex wrench into the pivot ball compressing the suspension until the arms are parallel to the ground will allow for easier hex wrench engagement Negative camber can be increased by unthreading the lower pivot ball Zero camber or positive camber not recommended can be achieved by unthreading the upper pivot ball Note that camber changes will also effect the toe angle of the wheel being adjusted Static Camber Base Factory Settings Front 1 degree negative camber each side Rear 1 degree negative camber each side Positive camber Negative camber Adjusting the Slipper Clutch Your model is equipped with an adjustable Torque Control slipper clutch which is built into the large spur gear The purpose of the slipper clutch is to prevent over stressing of the drivetrain and transmission gears It may also be used to regulate the amount of power sent to the rear wheels to prevent tire spin When it slips the slipper clutch makes a high pitch whining noise To adjust the slipper clutch first remove the receiver box cover Next remove the single large hex screw from the motor plat
17. ar ratio and cause less power draw from the motor and batteries and reduce overall operating temperatures e Maintain your model Do not allow dirt or damaged parts to cause binding in the drivetrain Keep the motor clean mAh Ratings and Power Output The mAh rating of the battery can effect your top speed performance The higher capacity battery packs experience less voltage drop under heavy load than low mAh rated packs The higher voltage potential allows increased speed until the battery begins to become discharged Your model is designed with water resistant features to protect the electronics in the model receiver servos electronic speed control This gives you the freedom to have fun driving your model through puddles wet grass snow and other wet conditions Though highly water resistant the model should not be treated as though it is submersible or totally 100 waterproof Water resistance applies only to the installed electronic components Running in wet conditions requires additional care and maintenance for the mechanical and electrical components to prevent corrosion of metal parts and maintain their proper function Precautions e Without proper care some parts of your model can be seriously damaged due to contact with water Know that additional maintenance procedures will be required after running in wet conditions in order to maintain the performance of your model Do not run your model in wet conditions if you a
18. ch 11 Check the tightness of the front pivot balls Other periodic maintenance Slipper clutch pad friction material Under normal use Nut the friction material in the slipper clutch should wear very Spring To slowly If the slipper Ball Bearing clutch fails to provide consistent performance or slips even when the adjustment nut is fully tightened disassemble the slipper clutch and replace the slipper pad Inspect the spur gear and pressure plate for wear or damage and replace if necessary Spur Gear Motor Every 10 15 runs remove clean and lubricate the motor Use a product such as electric motor cleaning spray to flush dirt out of the motor After cleaning lubricate the bushings at each end of the motor with a drop of light weight electric motor oil e Driveline Inspect the driveline for signs of wear such as worn drive yokes dirty axle half shafts and any unusual noise or binding Remove the gear cover and Inspect the spur gear for wear and check the tightness of set screws in the pinion gears Tighten clean or replace components as needed Storage When you are through running the model for the day blow it off with compressed air or use a soft bristled paint brush to dust off the vehicle Always disconnect and remove the battery from the model whenever the model is stored If the model will be stored for a long time then also remove the batteries from the transmitter Keep this manual and the
19. dels can be operated simultaneously CA a 27 09S _ ODANCE _ 2033 Each channel is referred to l d 4 27 145 YELLOW 2034 by its flag color and channel S66 S Sane number as shown on the l PA 6 27 255 BLUE 2036 chart to the right Clearing your frequency A routine verbal check to make sure nobody else in your area is operating on the same channel Always clear your frequency by calling out your channel number before operating your model Wait or move to another area if your channel is already being used Crystal X tal The plug in device that determines which channel the radio system will operate on For each channel there are two crystals one for the receiver and one for the transmitter Of those two crystals the one marked with the lower number 455 MHz lower must be inserted into the receiver Current Current is a measure of power flow through the electronics usually measured in amps If you look at wire like a garden hose current is a measure of how much water is flowing through the hose ESC Electronic Speed Control An electronic speed control is the electronic motor control inside the model Electronic speed controls use power more efficiently than mechanical speed controls so that the battery runs longer An electronic speed control also has circuitry that prevents loss of steering and throttle control as the battery loses its charge Frequency band The radio frequency used by the transmitter to send signals to
20. e Be aware that Traxxas shall not be liable for any special indirect incidental or consequential damages arising out of the installation and or use of LiPo batteries in Traxxas products If you have questions about LiPo battery usage please consult with your local hobby dealer or contact the battery manufacturer Recycling Your Traxxas Power Cell NiMH Battery Traxxas strongly encourages you to recycle your Power Cell battery when it has reached the end of its useful life All Power Cell battery packs display the RBRC Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation icon indicating they are recyclable To find a recycling center near you ask your local hobby dealer or visit www call2recycle org IRED EQUIPMENT Your model comes with a set of specialty metric tools You ll need to purchase other items available from your hobby dealer to operate and maintain your model 9 For more information on batteries see Use the Right Batteries on page 11 j Q Recommended Equipment These items are not required for the operation of your model but are a good idea to include in any R C toolbox e Safety glasses N 8 AA alkaline 3 f PD batteries e Thin hobby quality 1 5mm L wrench 2 0mm T wrench 2 5mm ball driver wrench 4 way wrench cyanoacrylate instant tire glue CA glue e Hobby knife 6 cell 2 3A NiMH battery NiMH battery charger Body clips e Side cutters and or needle nose pliers e Philips screwdrive
21. e manual for complete instructions on the proper use and maintenance of C 2 Charge the battery pack See page 10 L 8 Range test the radio system See page 13 your model Fully charge the battery pack included with your model Follow this procedure to make sure your radio system works properly at a distance and that there is no interference from outside sources L 3 Install the antenna See page 10 O 9 Detail your model See page 5 Install the antenna mast in the model Apply other decals if desired L 4 Install batteries in the transmitter See page 10 L 10 Drive your model See page 16 The transmitter requires 8 AA alkaline or rechargeable batteries Driving tips and adjustments for your model L 5 Install the battery pack See page 11 CL 11 Maintaining your model See page 23 Install the included battery pack in your model Follow these critical steps to maintain the performance of your model and keep it in excellent running condition L 6 Turn on the radio system See page 13 Make a habit of turning the transmitter on first and off last Look for the Quick Start logo at the bottom of Quick Start pages os 1 716 SLASH ee XL 2 5 Wiring Diagram BATTERY Positive Negative ee a SLASH 4WD THE TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM Your model is equipped with the Traxxas TQ Radio System is a 2 channel system that provides high power output up to a quarter mile Your model uses o
22. e required to fine tune the vehicle s handling for your particular surface Shock Oil The 4 oil filled shocks dampers effectively control the suspension movement by preventing the wheels and tires from continuing to bounce after rebounding from a bump Changing the oil in the shocks can vary the suspension damping effect Changing the oil to a higher viscosity oil will increase damping Lowering the viscosity of the oil will cause the suspension damping to be reduced Damping should be increased with higher viscosity oil if the model is bottoming easily over jumps Damping should be decreased with thinner viscosity oil if the model is hopping over small bumps and feels unstable The viscosity of shock oil is affected by extremes in operating temperature an oil of certain viscosity will become less viscous at higher temperatures and more viscous at lower temperatures Operating in regions with cold temperatures may require lower viscosity oil Your model s shocks are filled with SAE 30W oil Only use 100 silicone oil in the shock Replacing Shock Oil The shocks have to be removed from the vehicle and disassembled to change the oil 1 Remove the lower spring retainer and shock spring 2 Remove the upper shock cap If you cannot unscrew the cap with your fingers pass the 2mm L wrench through the cap s eyelet so you can apply more leverage Turn the cap counterclockwise to loosen it 3 Empty the used shock
23. e using the supplied 2 5mm wrench Then rotate the motor and mount to the side of the model The slipper clutch is integrated into the main spur gear on the transmission The slipper clutch is adjusted using the spring loaded locknut on the slipper shaft Use the supplied universal wrench To tighten or loosen the slipper nut insert the 1 5mm hex wrench into the hole in the end of the slipper shaft This locks the shaft for adjustments Turn the adjustment nut clockwise to tighten less slippage and counter clockwise to loosen more slippage Tuning the Sealed Gear Differentials The 1 16 Slash 4WD s front and rear gear differentials allow the left and right wheels to spin at different speeds while turning so that the tires do not scuff or skid This decreases the turning radius and increases steering performance The performance of the differentials can be tuned for different driving conditions and performance requirements The differentials are filled with silicone differential fluid and are sealed to maintain consistent long term performance Changing the oil in the differential with either lower or higher viscosity oil will vary the performance characteristics of the differentials Changing to a higher viscosity oil in the differential will reduce the tendency for power to be transferred to the wheel with the least traction You may notice this when making sharp turns on slick surfaces The unloaded wheels on the inside of the turn
24. ected e Fast Blinking Green The XL 2 5 s LED will blink fast green if Throttle Neutral Protection is activated or if the speed control is not receiving a signal Make certain the speed control is properly plugged into the receiver and the transmitter is switched on If this does not restore normal operation then the XL 2 5 is indicating the transmitter s Throttle Trim is incorrectly set Reset the throttle trim to the O position e Flashing Red and Green The XL 2 5 has entered Over Voltage Protection If a battery with too high voltage 3S LiPo is used the XL 2 5 will go into a failsafe mode The XL 2 5 is only compatible with 2S LiPo Patent pending Patent Pending Training Mode Profile 3 reduces forward and reverse throttle by 50 Training Mode is provided to reduce the power output allowing beginning drivers to better control the model As driving skills improve simply change to Sport or Race Mode for full power operation Tip For Fast Mode Changes The ESC is set to Profile 1 Sport Mode as the default To quickly change to Profile 3 Training Mode with the transmitter on and the ESC turned off press and hold the SET button until the light blinks red three times and then release For full power turn off the ESC then quickly change back to Profile 1 Sport Mode by pressing and holding the SET button until the light blinks red one time and then releasing 1 716 SLASH 4WD e 15 os 10
25. ed in parallel will deliver a total capacity of 2000mAh but total voltage will remain 7 2 volts This is easily done with a parallel Y harness part 3064 sold separately Be sure to only use the Y harness with identical battery packs do not mix batteries of different chemistries or capacities Never connect the two batteries in series this will fail the ESC When operating your model with two batteries for maximum run time be careful to monitor the temperature of the speed control and motor to prevent overheating If either component feels excessively hot or the speed control s thermal overload protection activates THE TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM For best off road handling with two battery packs consider installing stiffer springs on your model Traxxas offers accessory springs for this purpose see the parts list included with your model for item numbers Using LiPo Packs in Your Model The XL 2 5 is compatible with 2S LiPo packs and is equipped with Low Voltage Detection circuitry to prevent over discharging Make certain LiPo mode is selected see page 14 for details when using LiPo packs in your model Your model is equipped with the Traxxas High Current Connector Standard connectors restrict current flow and are not capable of delivering the power needed to maximize the output of your model The Traxxas connector s gold plated terminals with a large contact surfaces ensure positive current flow with the least a
26. een LED turns off Always disconnect your battery when the model is not in use Note If the LED shines green Low Voltage Detection is activated This will cause erratic performance from the included NiMH battery pack The default factory setting is for Low Voltage Detection to be disabled LED shines red Make sure to turn the Low Voltage Detection on when using LiPo batteries Never use LiPo batteries while Low Voltage Detection is turned off See page 14 for more information see TQ Radio System Setup step 4 THE TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM 5 Turn the steering wheel on the transmitter back and forth and check for rapid operation of the steering servos Also check that the steering mechanism is not loose or binding If the steering operates slowly check for weak batteries 6 When looking down at model the front wheels should be pointing straight ahead If the wheels are turned slightly to the left or right slowly adjust the steering trim control on the transmitter until they are pointing straight ahead 7 Gently apply the throttle trigger to ensure that you have full forward and reverse operation and that the motor stops when the throttle trigger is at neutral 8 Once adjustments are made turn off your model followed by the hand held transmitter Before each running session with your model you should range test your radio system to ensure that it operates properly 1 Turn on the radio system and check its operat
27. en hose Do NOT use pressure washer or other high pressure water Avoid directing water into the bearings transmission differentials etc Blow off the model with compressed air optional but recommended Wear safety glasses when using compressed air Remove the wheels from the model 6 Spray all the bearings drivetrain and fasteners with WD 40 or similar water displacing light oil Let the model stand or you may blow off with compressed air Placing the model in a warm sunny spot will aid drying Trapped water and oil will continue to drip from the model for a few hours Place it on a towel or piece of cardboard to protect the surface underneath AS a precautionary step remove the sealed receiver box cover While unlikely humidity or tiny amounts of moisture or condensation may enter the receiver box during wet running This can cause long term problems with the sensitive electronics in the receiver Removing the receiver box cover during storage allows the air inside to dry This step can improve the long term reliability of the receiver It is not necessary to remove the receiver or unplug any of the wires Additional Maintenance Increase your frequency of disassembly inspection and lubrication of the following items This is necessary after extended wet use or if the vehicle will not be used for an extended period of time such as a week or longer This additional maintenance is needed to prevent any trap
28. er Gear Viewing Port Cover Removal Your model uses 12mm axle hexes which allow many types of aftermarket tires and wheels to be adapted for use on your model Most will affect the overall width and the suspension geometry of the model The offsets and dimensions designed into the model s wheels are intentional therefore Traxxas cannot recommend the use of other non Traxxas wheels with different specifications Experimentation with different types of tires is recommended to see which ones work the best on the terrain where the model is run Soft compound tires with many short spikes generally work better on hard dry surfaces In loose dirt a tire with large spikes should perform better Foam tires can be fitted for use on pavement or indoor carpet tracks See your parts list for accessory wheels and tires When selecting tires consider the overall diameter of the tire If the overall diameter is significantly larger than the stock tire s diameter you will need to use a smaller pinion gear to compensate for the larger tire If you wish to install tires with a diameter greater than 4 inches or 100mm Traxxas suggests you configure the transmission for underdrive gearing Details on making this simple modification are available at Traxxas com E a OS oe ee N E x d es ee aa e Chassis Keep the chassis clean of accumulated dirt and grime Periodically inspect the chassis for damage Your model require
29. er s Manual This manual contains all the necessary setup and operating procedures that allow you to unlock the performance and potential that Traxxas engineers designed into your model Even if you are an experienced R C enthusiast it s important to read and follow the procedures in this manual Thank you again for going with Traxxas We work hard every day to assure you the highest level of customer satisfaction possible We truly want you to enjoy your new model Traxxas Support Traxxas support is with you every step of the way Refer to the next page to find out how to contact us and what your support options are Quick Start This manual is designed with a Quick Start path that outlines the necessary procedures to get your model up and running in the shortest time possible If you are an experienced R C enthusiast you will find it helpful and fast Be sure and read through the rest of the manual to learn about important safety maintenance and adjustment procedures Turn to page 7 to begin Carefully read and follow all instructions in this and any accompanying materials to prevent serious damage to your model Failure to follow these instructions will be considered abuse and or neglect Before running your model look over this entire manual and examine the model carefully If for some reason you decide it is not what you wanted then do not continue any further Your hobby dealer absolutely cannot accept a model for
30. et extremely hot so be careful not to touch it until it is cool Supply adequate airflow for cooling e Use Stock Connectors If you decide to change the battery or motor connectors only change one battery or motor connector at a time This will prevent damage from accidentally mis wiring the speed control Please note that modified speed controls can be subject to a rewiring fee when returned for service Removing the battery connector on the speed control or using connectors with no reverse polarity protection on the speed control will void the product s warranty Toll free support is available to U S residents only ELECE 1100 Klein Road Plano Texas 75074 Phone 972 265 8000 Toll free 1 888 TRAXXAS Internet Traxxas com E mail support Traxxas com Entire contents 2012 Traxxas Traxxas Ready To Race Ready To Win Titan and ProGraphix are trademarks or registered trademarks of Traxxas Other brand names and marks are the property of their respective holders and are used only for purposes of identification No part of this manual may be reproduced or distributed in print or electronic media without the express written permission of Traxxas Specifications are subject to change without notice 1 16 SLASH 4WD e 3 i All instructions and precautions outlined in this manual should be strictly followed to ensure safe operation of your model This model is not intended for use by children under 14 year
31. firm that the receiver box O ring and cover are installed correctly and secure Make sure the screws are tight and the blue O ring is not visible protruding from the edge of the cover 4 Confirm that your batteries can be used in wet conditions Use lower gearing smaller pinion gears when running in mud deep puddles snow or other similar situations that will restrict the tires and put much higher loads on the motor Motor Precautions Motor life can be greatly reduced in mud and water If the motor get excessively wet or submerged use very light throttle run the motor slowly until the excess water can run out Applying full throttle to a motor full of water can cause rapid motor failure Your driving habits will determine motor life with wet motor Do not submerge the motor under water DRIVING YOUR MODEL Do not gear the motor by temperature when running in wet conditions The motor will be cooled by water contact and will not give an accurate indication of appropriate gearing After Running Your Vehicle in Wet Conditions ie Drain the tires by spinning the tires at full throttle to sling the water out An easy way to do this is to remove the body and set the model upside down on a flat surface Apply full throttle so the tires spin and throw the excess water out of the holes you cut into the tires 2 Remove the battery 3 Rinse excess dirt and mud off the model with low pressure water such as from a gard
32. forward Use caution to avoid slamming the speed control from reverse to forward On high traction surfaces this could result in transmission or driveline damage 7 To turn the XL 2 5 off press and hold the EZ Set button for 1 seconds or until the red LED turns off 8 The XL 2 5 is equipped with thermal shutdown protection to guard against overheating caused by excessive current flow If the operating temperature exceeds safe limits the XL 2 5 will automatically shut down The LED on the face of the XL 2 5 will rapidly blink red even if the throttle trigger is moved back and forth Once the temperature returns to a safe level the XL 2 5 will once again function normally XL 2 5 Profile Selection The speed control is factory set to Sport Mode 100 forward brakes and reverse To disable reverse Race Mode or to allow 50 power patent pending Training Mode follow these steps The speed control should be connected to the receiver and the transmitter adjusted as described previously The profiles are selected by entering the programming mode Profile Description Profile 1 Sport Mode 100 Forward 100 Brakes 100 Reverse Profile 2 Race Mode 100 Forward 100 Brakes No Reverse Profile 3 Training Mode 50 Forward 100 Brakes 50 Reverse Selecting Sport Mode Profile 1 100 Forward 100 Brakes 100 Reverse Connect a fully charged battery pack to the XL 2 5 and turn on your ye transmitter 2 With the XL
33. g Gear Mesh Incorrect gear mesh is the most common cause of stripped spur gears Gear mesh should be checked and adjusted anytime a gear is replaced Access the gears by removing the single screw on the top gear cover g To set the gear mesh cut a narrow strip of notebook paper and run it into the gear mesh of the motor The motor is mounted to an aluminum motor mount Loosen the single motor mount screw with the provided 2 5mm wrench to slide the motor mount Gearing Compatibility Chart The chart on the left shows a full range of gear combinations The stock ratio for is shown in green The gear combinations in red are not suitable when using the included 6 cell battery speed control and motor These gear combinations have been included in this chart as they may be used with certain other aftermarket equipment combinations Spur Gear N O N a U c a J a Stock Usable range I Requires aftermarket 540 motor to fit Not recommended with stock ESC motor and batteries Does not fit 1 716 SLASH 4WD 77A a ae 2 2 ee A TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Slide the motor and pinion gear into the spur gear Retighten the motor mount screw and then remove the strip of paper You should be able to run afresh strip of paper through the gears without binding them Gear mesh can be checked visually by removing the gear viewing port cov
34. han NiCad batteries They can last up to 500 charge cycles A peak charger designed for NiMH batteries is required for optimal performance Receiver The radio unit inside your model that receives signals from the transmitter and relays them to the servos Resistance In an electrical sense resistance is a measure of how an object resists or obstructs the flow of current through it When flow is constricted energy is converted to heat and is lost Traxxas power systems are optimized to reduce electrical resistance and the resulting power robbing heat Servo Small motor unit in your model that operates the steering mechanism Transmitter The hand held radio unit that sends throttle and steering instructions to your model Trim The fine tuning adjustment of the neutral position of the servos made by adjusting the throttle and steering trim sliders on the face of the transmitter Thermal Shutdown Protection Temperature sensing electronics used in the electronic speed control detect overloading and overheating of the transistor circuitry If excessive temperature is detected the unit automatically shuts down to prevent damage to the electronics 2 channel radio system The TQ radio system consisting of the receiver the transmitter and the servos The system uses two channels one to operate the throttle and one to operate the steering Voltage Voltage is a measure of the electrical potential difference between two points
35. have the least traction and tend to spin up to extremely high rpms Higher viscosity thicker oil causes the differential to act like a limited slip differential distributing more equal power to the left and right wheels Your model will generally benefit from higher viscosity oil when climbing rock crawling or racing on low traction surfaces Note Heavier oil will allow power to be transferred even with one or more tires off the ground This can make the vehicle more likely to overturn From the factory both the differentials are filled with SAE 30 000W viscosity silicone oil Only use silicone oil in the differentials Traxxas sells SAE 10 000W and SAE 50 000W viscosity oil see your parts list The differentials have to be removed from the vehicle and disassembled to change replace oil Extensive testing has been done to determine the best gear ratios for the 1 16 Slash 4WD The stock gearing balances power speed and efficiency to optimize the performance of the models However you may wish to try different gear ratios in order to customize the performance of your model The gearing chart on this page shows appropriate gearing for both models By installing a pinion with fewer teeth or a spur gear with more teeth the transmission s final drive ratio is increased This means greater rpm is required to achieve a given speed Using a numerically higher gear ratio will increase torque but reduce top speed Installing a pinio
36. hey lose power more quickly than regular alkaline batteries Caution Discontinue running your model at the first sign of weak batteries flashing red light to avoid losing control i 1 716 SLASH 4WD Oe 11 THE TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM i Electronic Throttle Trim The electronic throttle trim located on the face of the transmitter adjusts the neutral center point of the electronic speed control This control has been preset for you at the factory Don t push the transmitter antenna down from the top Pull it down from the bottom one segment at a time to prevent binding and kinking the antenna mast Brake Reverse Electronic Steering Trim The electronic steering trim located on the face of the transmitter adjusts the neutral center point of the steering servo when the servo is at rest Adjust this control to make the model drive straight with no steering input at the wheel Servo Reversing Switches _ The servo reversing switches are located on the front of the transmitter next to the on off switch Moving a switch reverses the direction of the corresponding servo Accelerate STEERING TRIM Each switch corresponds to a channel as shown below For example if you turn the steering wheel to the right and your wheels turn left you would move the Channel 1 switch to correct the servo direction It may be necessary to adjust the corresponding trim control after moving a switch e es ee
37. ion as described in the previous section 2 Have a friend hold the model securely Make sure hands and clothing are clear of the wheels and other moving parts on the model 3 Make sure your transmitter antenna is fully extended and then walk away from the model with the transmitter until you reach the farthest distance you plan to operate the model 4 Operate the controls on the transmitter once again to be sure that the model responds correctly 5 Do not attempt to operate the model if there is any problem with the radio system or any external interference with your radio signal at your location Remember always turn the TQ transmitter on first and off last to avoid damage to your model Your speed control was adjusted to the radio from the factory It is possible for the throttle trim control on the transmitter to have moved during transit or while handling the transmitter If the motor runs when the model is switched on then move the throttle trim control on the transmitter until the motor stops If anything more than a slight adjustment of the throttle trim control is required then you should readjust your speed control Refer to the adjustments section on page 14 When rechargeable batteries begin to lose their charge they will fade much faster than alkaline dry cells Stop immediately at the first sign of weak batteries Never turn the transmitter off when the battery pack is plugged in The model c
38. lure to operate your model in a safe and responsible manner may result in property damage and serious injury The precautions outlined in this manual should be strictly followed to help ensure safe operation You alone must see that the instructions are followed and the precautions are adhered to e Your model is not intended for use on public roads or congested areas where its operation can conflict with or disrupt pedestrian or vehicular traffic e Never under any circumstances operate the model in crowds of people Your model is very fast and could cause injury if allowed to collide with anyone e Because your model is controlled by radio it is subject to radio interference from many sources that are beyond your control Since radio interference can cause momentary losses of radio control always allow a safety margin in all directions around the model in order to prevent collisions The motor battery and speed control can become hot during use Be careful to avoid getting burned e Don t operate your model at night or anytime your line of sight to the model may be obstructed or impaired in any way e Most importantly use good common sense at all times e Disconnect the Battery Always disconnect the battery from the speed control when not in use e Transmitter on First Switch on your transmitter first before switching on the speed control to prevent runaways and erratic performance e Don t Get Burned The heat sink can g
39. mount of resistance Secure long lasting and easy to grip the Traxxas connector is engineered to extract all the power your battery has to give To run this model your batteries must be equipped with Traxxas High Current Connectors Batteries can either be purchased new with Traxxas connectors installed or Traxxas connectors can be purchased to install on battery packs you already own See sidebar for packages available from your hobby dealer For best performance it is strongly recommended that you use only battery packs equipped with the Traxxas High Current Connector However batteries with a Molex connector may be used in the model Molexconnector in conjunction with 3062 adapter f J The following Traxxas High Part 3060 Single Male Female Part 3061 MEIE ETO ET Current Connector packages are available from your hobby dealer When using adapters be careful not to exceed the current rating of the Molex connector T La Part 3080 2 Pack Female Ed Part 3070 2 Pack Male A 3062 Female Charge Adapter Use the Right Batteries Your transmitter uses AA batteries Use new alkaline batteries or rechargeable batteries such as NiMH Nickel Metal Hydride batteries in your transmitter Make sure rechargeable batteries are fully charged according to the manufacturer s instructions If you use rechargeable batteries in your transmitter be aware that when they begin to lose their charge t
40. n with more teeth or a spur gear with fewer teeth will decrease the final drive ratio which will generally increase top speed but reduce torque However installing too large a pinion will overgear the model which will reduce performance and may overheat the motor and speed control Use the following formula to calculate the overall ratio for combinations not listed on the gear chart Spur Gear Teeth X 5 04 Final Gear Ratio Pinion Gear Teeth TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Motor Installation To access the motor remove the gear cover by removing the single screw on the top of the gear cover The motor uses an aluminum mount for quick easy motor access and gearing adjustment To remove the motor first open the right battery door and slide out the ESC Next remove the single large hex screw using the supplied 2 5mm wrench Then rotate the motor and mount to the side of the model and slide backward off the post Pinion Gear Installation Instructions 1 Remove the motor as described in Motor Installation 2 Use a 1 5mm wrench to loosen the pinion s set screw Remove the pinion 3 Place the replacement pinion gear onto the motor shaft Align the set screw hole with the flat side of the shaft 4 Thread a 1 5mm set screw into the pinion gear but do not tighten it yet 5 Slide the pinion gear down the motor shaft so the wrench shaft fits into the notch in the motor mount as shown Tighten the set screw Adjustin
41. ne steering servo and an electronic speed control The receiver is equipped with four channels and dual channel 1 outputs if Throttle Neutral Adjust Antenna Steering Wheel Throttle Trim Steering Trim v ewes 0 gt EN 7 QF A THROTTLE TRIM D sa STEERING TRIM Throttle Trigger Servo Reversing sa Switch ee eS LI TT _ _x C 7 TNT Er Power Switch Battery Compartment Power Indicator Channel 1 Steering Servo Antenna mi Motor Titan 12T Crystal High Current Connector p Channel 2 PROPORTIONAL CH3 Electron ic FOUR CHANNEL ae RADIO SYSTEM Speed Control CH1 2 y MHZAM MADEINTAWAN CH1 Extra CH1 CH3 and BATT CH4 are not used Receiver To Motor Heat Sinks High Current Battery Connector EZ Set Button LED Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with these radio and power system terms They will be used throughout this manual BEC Battery Eliminator Circuit The BEC can either be in the receiver or in the ESC This circuit allows the receiver and servos to be powered by the main battery pack in an electric model This eliminates the need to carry a separate pack of 4 AA batteries to power the radio equipment Channel The 27 MHz CHANNEL FREQUENCY FLAG TRAXXAS Was BAND COLOR PART NO frequency band is divided E 26 995 BROWN 2031 into 6 channels so that l PA 2 27 045 RED 2032 up to six mo
42. oil from the shock body 4 Fill the shock with new silicone shock oil up to the top of the shock body 5 Slowly move the piston up and down always keeping it submerged in oil to release the air bubbles Let the shock sit for a few minutes to allow any remaining air bubbles to surface 6 Slowly thread the upper cap with the installed shock bladder onto the shock body The excess oil will bleed out of the small hole in the shock cap 7 Tighten the shock cap until snug Important The shocks are assembled at the factory with a center to center distance between the rod end balls of 47 75mm Any time the shocks are removed and disassembled this distance should be checked to ensure proper operation of the suspension 47 75mm 1 716 SLASH 4WD e 19 G A camber gauge available at your local hobby shop can be a useful tool for alignment setting To achieve a good starting point for the slipper clutch tighten the slipper clutch adjusting nut clockwise until the slipper clutch adjusting spring fully collapses do not over tighten and then turn the slipper clutch nut counter clockwise 3 4 to 1 turn 1 4 Turn 7 3 4Turn 90 270 1 2 Turn 180 20 e 1 16 SLASH 4WD TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Static Camber Adjustment The wheels can be set to have either positive or negative camber see illustration below The camber angle changes as the wheel moves up and down through its range of travel Static c
43. other documents included with your model for future reference If you misplace your manual or any of the documents they may be downloaded at Traxxas com If you have any questions about your model or its operation call the Traxxas Technical Support line toll free at 1 888 TRAXXAS 1 888 872 9927 Technical support is available Monday through Friday from 8 30am to 9 00pm central time os 17 l l 1 16 SLASH 4WD e 23 Toll free support is available to U S residents only 120313 KC1406 R01 OWNERS MANUAL MENE DI ey A URE ZAS 1100 KLEIN ROAD PLANO TEXAS 75074 1 688 TRAXXAS
44. ould run out of control a5 5 7 8 1 16 SLASH 4WD e 13 XL 2 5 ESC Specifications Input Voltage Case Size WxDxH Weight Motor Limit 380 Size On Resistance Trans Reverse Delay BEC Voltage Power Wire Input Harness Motor Wires Transistor Type PWM Frequency 4 8 Cells 4 8V 9 6V DC 2S LiPo 26 5 x 46 5 x 22mm 33 Grams 10 turns 0 008 Ohms None 6 0V DC 16 Gauge 40mm 26 Gauge 130mm 16 Gauge 40mm MOSFET 2300 Hz Properly geared 14 1 16 SLASH 4WD ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED Cl TRO XL 2 5 Battery Settings Low Voltage Detection Setting The XL 2 5 electronic speed control is equipped with built in Low Voltage Detection The Low Voltage Detection circuitry constantly monitors the battery voltage When the battery voltage begins to reach the minimum recommended discharge voltage threshold for LiPo battery packs the XL 2 5 will limit the power output to 50 throttle When the battery voltage attempts to fall below the minimum threshold the XL 2 5 will shut down all motor output The LED on the speed control will slowly blink red indicating a low voltage shutdown The XL 2 5 will stay in this mode until a fully charged battery is connected Your model includes a Power Cell NiMH battery The XL 2 5 speed control s Low Voltage Detection has been disabled for best performance with this battery The speed control s LED will glow red when it is turned on
45. ped moisture from corroding internal steel components Stub axle housing bearings Remove clean and re oil the bearings Front and rear differential Remove disassemble clean and re grease the differentials Refer to your exploded view diagrams for help with disassembly and reassembly 1 716 SLASH 4WD e 17 DRIVING YOUR MODEL 5 Lift the receiver box cover and plug the servo and speed control leads into the receiver E Refer to page 8 for the wiring diagram 6 Bundle the wires so they fit beneath the receiver box cover You may secure the receiver to the chassis with mounting tape if you wish but this is not required e Transmission Remove disassemble and clean the transmission components No grease is required for the nylon gears Refer to your exploded view diagrams for help with disassembly and reassembly N Motor Remove the motor clean with aerosol motor cleaner and re oil the bushings or bearings with The excess wire beneath the cover will lightweight motor oil Be sure to wear eye protection when prevent the receiver from rattling using spray aerosol cleaners 7 Make sure the blue O ring is properly seated into the groove around the receiver cover base so the cover will not pinch or damage the O ring Snap the receiver box cover into place F Inspect the cover to make sure the O ring is not visible If it is remove the cover and reposition the O ring With the O ring and cover prope
46. r e Soldering iron YOUR MODEL The factory tires on your model are already glued to the rims The tires must be glued to the rims to prevent the rims from spinning inside the tires The instructions here are provided to show you how to glue replacement tires to the rims in the future Use CA tire glue available from your local hobby dealer You can glue the tires without removing the wheels from the model For clarity these instructions show the process with the wheels removed Remove a wheel from the model using the larger 7mm end of the universal wrench 2 Use your thumb to push the side of the tire away from the rim Place one or two drops of CA glue into the opening and release the tire Capillary action will draw the glue around the bead of the tire 3 Repeat step two at four or five points around the rim until the tire is completely secured to the rim Turn the rim over and repeat the process for the inside of the rim tire Repeat for the other three wheels C p gt 4 Reinstall the wheels make sure none of the axle pins have fallen out g from behind the hex hubs The main decals for your model have been applied at the factory The decals are printed on self adhesive clear mylar and are die cut for easy removal Use a hobby knife to lift the corner of a decal and lift it from the backing To apply the decals place one end down hold the other end up and gradually smooth the decal down with your finger as you
47. ration To operate the speed control and test the programming reconnect the motor wires and place the vehicle on a stable block or stand so that all of the driven wheels are off the ground Note that in steps 1 8 below Low Voltage Detection is DISABLED factory default and the LED shines red If Low Voltage Detection is ACTIVATED the LED will shine green instead of red in steps 1 8 below Never use LiPo batteries while Low Voltage Detection is disabled A Green then Red Solid Green 1 With the transmitter on press and release the EZ Set button The LED will shine RED This turns the XL 2 5 on If you press and release too quickly you may hear the steering servo jump but the LED may not stay on Simply press the button again until the LED shines RED and then release 2 Apply forward throttle The LED will turn off until full throttle power is reached At full throttle the led will shine RED 3 Move the trigger forward to apply the brakes Note that braking control is fully proportional The LED will turn off until full braking power is reached At full brakes the LED will shine RED 4 Return the throttle trigger to neutral The LED will shine RED 5 Move the throttle trigger forward again to engage reverse Profile 1 The LED will turn off Once full reverse power is reached the LED will shine RED 6 To stop return the throttle trigger to neutral Note that there is no programmed delay when changing from reverse to
48. re not willing to accept the additional care and maintenance responsibilities Not all batteries can be used in wet environments Consult your battery manufacturer to see if their batteries can be used in wet conditions The Traxxas TQ transmitter is not water resistant Do not subject it to wet conditions such as rain Do NOT operate your model during a rain storm or other inclement weather where lightning may be present Do NOT allow your model to come in contact with salt water ocean water brackish water between fresh water and ocean water or other contaminated water Salt water is highly conductive and highly corrosive Use caution if you plan to run your model on or near a beach Even casual water contact can reduce the life of your motor Special care must be taken to modify your gearing and or your driving style in wet conditions to extend the life of the motor details below Before Running Your Vehicle in Wet Conditions i Consult the section After Running Your Vehicle in Wet Conditions before proceeding Make sure you understand the additional maintenance required with wet running The wheels have small holes molded in to allow air to enter and exit the tire during normal running Water will enter these holes and get trapped inside the tires if holes are not cut in the tires Cut two small holes 4mm or 3 16 diameter in each tire Each hole should be near the tire centerline 180 degrees apart Con
49. rly seated install Removing the Receiver the 2 5x8mm screws and tighten them 1 Remove the 2 5x8mm screws that secure the wire clamp securely G 2 Remove the 2 5x8mm screws that secure the receiver box lid to the chassis Lift the lid up and toward you to disengage the lid s tab from its slot in the chassis 3 You can now access the receiver Unplug the servo cables from the receiver and remove the receiver Removing and Installing Radio Gear The unique design of the receiver box allows the removal and installation of the receiver without losing the ability to maintain a g watertight seal in the box The patent pending wire clamp feature gives you the ability to also install aftermarket radio systems and maintain the watertight features of the receiver box Receiver Installation A 1 Route the antenna wire out of the receiver box cover A Place the cover on the chassis 2 Route the servo and speed control leads into the receiver box cover Use the molded in wire guides to align the servo and speed control leads and antenna wire B 3 Apply a small bead of silicone grease Traxxas part 1647 to the wire clamp C 4 Install the wire clamp and tighten the two 2 5x8mm screws securely D 18 e 1 16 SLASH 4WD l Your model is factory tuned for optimum performance in a wide variety of off road conditions To tailor the performance and handling of your model to suit your driving style and terrain the
50. s of age without the supervision of a responsible and knowledgeable adult No previous experience with radio controlled models is required Models require a minimum of setup maintenance or support equipment a 4e 1 16 SLASH 4WD SAFETY PRECAUTIONS e Insulate the Wires Always insulate exposed or damaged wiring with heat shrink tubing to prevent short circuits e No Reverse Voltage The speed control is not protected against reverse polarity voltage When changing the battery and or motor be sure to install the same type of connectors to avoid reverse polarity damage to the speed control Removing the battery connectors on the speed control or using the same gender connectors on the speed control will void the product s warranty e No Schottky Diodes External Schottky diodes are not compatible with reversing speed controls Using a Schottky diode will damage the electronic speed control and void the 30 day warranty e Using Two Batteries When using two batteries the batteries must be connected in parallel Never connect two batteries in series this will cause the ESC to fail See page 11 for more information Your model uses rechargeable batteries that must be handled with care for safety and long battery life Make sure to read and follow all instructions and precautions that were provided with the battery packs and your charger It is your responsibility to charge and care for the battery backs properly In addition to your
51. s timely maintenance in order to stay in top running condition The following procedures should be taken very seriously Inspect the vehicle for obvious damage or wear Look for Always wear eye protection when using compressed e Shocks Keep the oil level in the shocks full Use only 100 i air or spray cleaners and pure silicone shock oil to prolong the life of the seals If you are 1 Cracked bent or damaged parts experiencing leakage around the top of the shock inspect the babe 2 Check the wheels and steering for binding bladder in the top cap for signs of damage or distortion from 3 Check the operation of the shock absorbers l overtightening If the bottom of the shock is leaking then it 4 Check the wiring for any frayed wires or loose connections is time for a rebuild The Traxxas rebuild kit for two shocks is 5 Check the mounting of the receiver and servo s and part 7062 speed control 6 Check the tightness of the wheel nuts with a wrench e Suspension Periodically inspect the model for signs of damage 7 Check the operation of the radio system especially the such as bent or dirty suspension pins bent turnbuckles loose condition of the batteries screws and any signs of stress or bending Replace components 8 Check for any loose screws in the chassis structure asnaeded or suspension 9 Inspect the gears for wear broken teeth or debris lodged between the teeth 10 Check the tightness of the slipper clut
52. y installed incorrectly Replace with severely shorten the radio new or freshly charged batteries The power indicator light does not system s range indicate the charge level of the battery pack installed in the model See page 18 for more information about the receiver box and maintaining a watertight seal aa 10 e 1 16 SLASH 4WD TE 1 Locate the black antenna wire that exits ba the receiver box Ip 2 Pull the wire straight with your fingers and then insert the end of the wire into one end of the antenna tube the antenna tube can be found in the documents bag Push the wire all the way through the antenna tube The wire is longer than the tube Do not cut or shorten the antenna wire 3 Insert the base of the tube into the antenna mount Take care not to crimp the antenna wire Antenna 4 Using the supplied 1 5mm L wrench Tube thread the 1 5mm set screw into the opening next to the antenna Tighten the set screw until it is flush with the top of the opening 1 5mm Wrench 5 Fold the top of the antenna wire over the top of the antenna tube Slide the antenna tip onto the top of the antenna tube Do not cut or shorten the antenna wire 6 The receiver antenna installation is complete Always fully extend the transmitter s telescoping antenna when running your model Make a habit of holding the transmitter so the antenna points straight up Your model includes a wall charger
53. your model All Traxxas RTR models operate on a 27 MHz frequency band kV Rating Brushless motors are often rated by their kV number The kV rating equals no load motor rom with 1 volt applied The kV increases as the number of wire turns in the motor decreases As the kV increases the current draw through the electronics also increases LiPo Abbreviation for Lithium Polymer Rechargeable LiPo battery packs are known for their special chemistry that allows extremely high energy THE TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM density and current handling in a compact size These are high performance batteries that require special care and handling For advanced users only mAh Abbreviation for milliamp hour A measure of the capacity of the battery pack The higher the number the longer the battery will last between recharges Neutral position The standing position that the servos seek when the transmitter controls are at the neutral setting NiCad Abbreviation for nickel cadmium The original rechargeable hobby pack NiCad batteries have very high current handling high capacity and can last up to 1000 charging cycles Good charging procedures are required to reduce the possibility of developing a memory effect and shortened run times NiMH Abbreviation for nickel metal hydride Rechargeable NiMH batteries offer high current handling and much greater resistance to the memory effect NiMH batteries generally allow higher capacity t
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