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Safety matters
Read this first
All instructions in this manual must be followed to ensure safe use of the car.
This model is not intended for use by children under 14 years .
Quick-start
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This is a highly technical hobby product, intended to be
used in a safe racing environment. This car is capable
of speeds in excess of 80 km/h or 50mph.
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Please follow these guidelines when building and
operating this model.
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Parental guidance is required when the builder/user
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of this car is under 16.
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Follow the building instructions. If in doubt, contact
your dealer or importer.
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Be sure to use the proper tools when assembling the
car. Always exercise caution when using electric tools,
knives and other sharp objects.
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Be careful when using liquids like lubrication oil or
glue.
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Do not swallow.
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Follow the manufacturer’s instruction in case you
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experience irritation after using the product.
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Be careful when operating the car. Stay away from any
rotating parts such as wheels, gears and transmission.
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Stay away from speedo during and immediately after
use, as these parts may be very hot. We advise to use
protective handgloves.
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Only operate this car in a safe environment, like a
special racing track or a closed parking lot.
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Avoid using this car on public roads, crowded places
or near infants.
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Before operating this car, always check the mechanical
status of the car. Check that the batteries of the
transmitter and receiver are fully charged. After use,
always check all the mechanics of the car. We advise
to clean the car immediately after use, and inspect the
parts for wear or fractures. Replace when necessary.
Do not use water, methanol, thinner or other solvents
to clean the car.
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Store the car in a dry and heated place to avoid
corrosion of metal parts.
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Avoid using this car in wet conditions as the water will
cause corrosion on the metal parts and bearings and
these parts will cease to function properly. If driven
in the wet, ensure that all the electric equipment is
waterproofed and after use, that all moving parts are
dried immediately.
Important pre-cautions
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Only run the car is designated areas or areas with very
few people, so no-one can get hurt.
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The car has a lot of power and the turning parts on the
car can cause damage, also some parts of the car like
transmisison and motorparts can become very hot. So
wear protective clothing both as driver and helper and
be carefull when picking up the car.
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Do not operate the car under dark conditions, as both
you and others may not see the car properly and can
get hurt, due to lack of car control.
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Use good common sense while operating the car so
you can fully enjoy your car.
Battery and battery-charging
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The battery and battery-charger are not included with
this model. We advice to use good quality NimH or
Lipo rechargebale battery-packs with 4000 mA or
more. Check carefully to buy batteries with the correct
connector for the speedcontroller, or also purchase
and mount other fitting ones.
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Use proper battery-charger specifically designed for
that type batteries and follow the instructions of the
battery supplier and the charger correctly.
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Keep the battery and charger always in dry places
only and never leave un-attended during charging.
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When the batteries are at their end of life, dispose
them at a recycling-place, check www.call2recycle.org
for more info.
The quick-start section is not a replacement for the full
instructions. To be able to use the model to its best take
the time to read the full manual.
1.
Read the manual and safety pre-cautions ( page 3)
2.
Buy and install the batteries in the transmitter ( see
Transmitter manual)
3.
Install battery packs in the model, make sure the
speedo is switched off, connect the cables (avoid
reversed polarity) and securely fasten the battery-
pack.
4.
Turn on the transmitter (see Transmitter manual).
Always turn on the transmitter first
before to switch
on the car and only turn off the transmitter after you
switched off the car.
5.
Check servo operation. Check that the servo works
correctly and check that the car runs straight in neutral
position, trim as neededPerform a range test with the
radio system
6.
Personalise the body of your car by applying more
decals if required.
7.
Drive your modelcar.
8.
Maintain your modelcar (page 9)
