Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this TAMCO RANGER 1:10 Brushed Truck. This radio control model car is not a toy and should be used under adult
supervision. The RANGER is equipped with the latest 2.4ghz radio equipment and a powerful brushed 20T motor along with a matched Electronic
Speed Controller. To ensure the safety of yourself and others, please ensure you read the manual fully before operating. Doing so will greatly reduce the
chance of an accident and help prolong the life of your model.
We hope you enjoy many hours of fun with your new model.
Safety Precautions
This product is not a toy, it is a high performance model that can operate at high speeds.
Adult supervision is necessary for children operating this model.
Avoid excessive amounts of water as this can effect the performance of the electronic components.
Before each use, please ensure you visually check your model and ensure all screws and bolts are tightened before you operate your model.
Please ensure you operate your model in a suitable enviroment away from traffic and other obsticles.
Remove the battery from the car when not being used for long periods of time.
Always disconnect the battery in between uses.
Avoid touching the motor and speed controller as these items can get hot while in use.
Avoid touching any moving parts.
Always charge the battery on a hard, non flammable surface.
Remove the battery from the car before charging.
Do not throw old battery packs into a fire. Always ensure you dispose of old batteries correctly.
Operational Precautions
Always switch on the TRANSMITTER first, then the RECEIVER.
Always ensure you run your model in a spacious area, or at a dedicated track.
Avoid using your model near crowds, in the road or in limited space.
Always ensure your battery packs are fully charged before use to ensure optimal performance.
Always check that the transmitter and receiver are working correctly before operating fully.
Never “over rev” the car when not under load, i.e being held in the hand, as this can cause various mechanical failures.
Controls
Charging The Battery Pack
Remove the battery from the car before charging and place on a hard nonflammable surface.
Once the battery is ready to be charged, first plug the charger into the outlet of the AC power source
(with the switch in the off position), then connect the battery input/output connector to the charger.
When you switch the power on the red light will illuminate and continue
whilst charging, when charging is complete it will change to green.
The battery / charger included with this car will take approximately 12 hours to
charge. Do not leave the battery unattended.
As soon as the battery is fully charged switch of the power, unplug the charger
and disconnect the battery from the charger plug. Over charging or charging with
inadequate chargers may cause the battery pack to become very hot.
Ensure that the battery pack is completely discharged prior to charging, this can
be achieved by running the motor until it slows down.
For best results let the battery cool before charging, heat may prevent the battery
pack from charging to full capacity and also decreases the performance of the battery.
Charging must always be done by an adult, or under adult supervision.
Transmitter Battery Installation
Slide the battery cover off to access the
battery compartment.
Insert 8 x AA Batteries into the
compartment, taking care to
match the polarities.
Do not mix battery types or
old and new batteries.
Please ensure you dispose of any old
batteries correctly.
8 x AA Batteries required.
Purchased separately
The TAGT2 features a charging jack which allows you to use rechargeable batteries in the transmitter.
Ensure you insert 8 rechargeable battery packs and follow the chargers instruction book.
Both the charger and the rechargeable batteries will need to be purchased separately.
When charging we recommend that the transmitter is placed on a hard, non flammable surface
and under constant supervision.
