CAUTION TIPS!
Read this before you drive!
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Keep fingers away from all rotating parts while engine is running. Be aware of the rotating driveshafts on the underside of the
truck. Use the handle or bumpers when picking up or turning over the truck.
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Nitro engines get
VERY
hot. Keep fingers and flammable items away from the exhaust pipe, exhaust header and from the top
of the engine.
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Nitro fuel is poisonous, dangerous and highly flammable! Follow all the directions and heed all the warnings shown on the fuel
container.
KEEP FUEL OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN!
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As do all gas engines, nitro engines can emit poisonous gasses. Run your truck ONLY in a well-ventilated area and do not run it
indoors.
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Never drive your truck in a crowded area. Always maintain safe driving distance from spectators and yourself. Always leave a
safety margin around the truck to help prevent collisions.
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Practice good ON 1
ST
- OFF LAST transmitter discipline. Always make sure that you turn on your transmitter BEFORE turning on
your truck. Likewise make sure that you turn off your transmitter only
AFTER
stopping the engine and turning off your truck.
This will help prevent a run-away accident.
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Weak transmitter signals and slow servos cause problems and accidents. Use fresh batteries in BOTH the transmitter and the
receiver. If the red light is flashing on your transmitter or the servos seem sluggish on your truck, it’s time to replace or
recharge (NiCD and NiMH only) your batteries.
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Be aware of transmitter frequencies. Each transmitter and receiver pair comes with a numbered frequency crystal. If you are
driving your truck in an area where other radio controlled vehicles are running, you will need to make sure that you are not on
the same frequency as anyone else. This will help prevent runaway vehicles and glitches; either of which could result in injury
or serious damage to your or someone else’s property.
Tips for Engine Longevity
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Never allow the engine to overheat (260
°
F, measured at the glow plug; see included .21 AE Engine Manual for acceptable
motor temperature ranges).
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Use only approved fuels. Fuels containing more than 20% nitro will run hotter and therefore reduce engine life.
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Do not run engine at full throttle for long periods of time. High engine speeds create more engine heat. Vary the engine speed.
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Do not use lean needle settings. Lean mixture settings will cause the engine to run too hot and decrease its life. Refer to the
engine tuning section for proper adjustment.
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If your truck flips over, do not rev the engine! The engine will run until the tank is empty, even when upside down. Revving the
engine will only cause excess heat in the motor.
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Keep the intake area clean. Clean and re-oil the filter at regular intervals.
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Do not drive the truck in deep or continuous water. If the engine becomes flooded by water, it will most likely need to be
rebuilt.
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Use after run oil before you put the truck away for the day. This will keep the engine lubricated and fight corrosion. After run
oil is available at most hobby shops.
Guidelines for Operation
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Fuel Selection
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Choose a fuel from a reputable, brand name company that is approved
for car/truck use. Do not use airplane or boat fuels in your truck.
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Choose a fuel that has a nitro content in the range 15%-30%. Lower
nitro percentages will generally result in a cooler engine running
temperature and therefore last longer before needing a rebuild;
cooler-running engines also generally produce less power. 20%
nitro is the most widely used fuel in these engines.
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Fuel color is for identification purpose only and is not important to
performance or durability of your engine.
Oiling the Air Cleaner
When the air filter starts to get dirty, do the following steps:
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Clean the foam with dish soap & water. When it’s clean, remove excess moisture with a towel
& let the filter dry completely before oiling.
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Apply Associated’s #7710 Foam Pre-Filter Treatment to help keep the dirt out. Dab a small
amount of treatment all around the filter, put the filter in a plastic sandwich bag, and knead it
until the filter is saturated, but not soaked.
