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Desert buggy xl-e • INstructIoN maNual

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country of Purchase

horizon hobby

contact information

Address

United States of America

Horizon Service Center 
(Repairs and Repair Requests)

servicecenter.horizonhobby.com/RequestForm/

4105 Filedstone Rd. 
Champaign, Illinois 61822 USA

Horizon Product Support 
(Product Technical Assistance)

productsupport@horizonhobby.com 
877-504-0233

Sales

websales@horizonhobby.com 
800-338-4639

United Kingdom

Service/Parts/Sales: 

Horizon Hobby Limited

sales@horizonhobby.co.uk 
+44 (0) 1279 641 097

Units 1-4 Ployters Rd 

Staple Tye 

Harlow, Essex 

CM18 7NS, United Kingdom

Germany

Horizon Technischer Service

service@horizonhobby.de 
+49 (0) 4121 2655 100

Christian-Junge-Straße 1 
25337 Elmshorn, Germany

Sales: Horizon Hobby GmbH

France

Service/Parts/Sales: 
Horizon Hobby SAS

infofrance@horizonhobby.com 
+33 (0) 1 60 18 34 90

11 Rue Georges Charpak 

77127 Lieusaint, France

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the  
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, 
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference 
that may cause undesired operation.

cAutiOn: changes or modifications not expressly approved 
by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s 
authority to operate the equipment. 

This product contains a radio transmitter with wireless technology which has 
been tested and found to be compliant with the applicable regulations govern-
ing a radio transmitter in the 2.400GHz to 2.4835GHz frequency range.

eu compliance statement: 

Horizon Hobby, LLC hereby declares that 

this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other 

relevant provisions of the R&TTE and EMC Directive.  
A copy of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available online at: 
http://www.horizonhobby.com/content/support-render-compliance.

instructions for disposal of Weee by users in the 
european union

This product must not be disposed of with other waste. Instead, it is the 
user’s responsibility to dispose of their waste equipment by handing 

it over to a designated collections 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.

WarraNTy aNd SErVICE CONTaCT INfOrMaTION

fCC STaTEMENT

fCC Id: brWdSTX1

brWdaSrX12

COMplIaNCE INfOrMaTION fOr ThE EurOpEaN uNION

IC INfOrMaTION

IC: 6157a-STX1

6157 a-aMrX12

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause inter-
ference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

AntennA sePARAtiOn distAnce

When operating your Spektrum transmitter, please be sure to maintain a separa-
tion distance of at least 5 cm between your body (excluding fingers, hands, 
wrists, ankles and feet) and the antenna to meet RF exposure safety require-
ments as determined by FCC regulations.
The following illustrations 
show the approximate 5 cm 
RF exposure area and typi-
cal hand placement when 
operating your Spektrum 
transmitter.

Summary of Contents for Desert Buggy XL-E

Page 1: ...Instruction Manual Bedienungsanleitung Manuel d utilisation Manuale di Istruzioni...

Page 2: ...of superficial injury WARNING This vehicle is only intended for advanced RC drivers capable of operating large scale model vehicles WARNING Failure to follow all instructions can lead to damage to yo...

Page 3: ...salt covered roads contaminated or polluted water Salt water is very conductive and highly corrosive so use caution Even minimal water contact can reduce the life of your motor if it has not been cer...

Page 4: ...rove Run Times 10 Turning the vehicle OFF 10 C Vehicle Tuning 11 camber 11 Droop 12 shock oil 12 shock springs 12 shock mounting positions 12 front toe 13 sway bars 13 differentials 13 Gearing 14 Prec...

Page 5: ...o with an EC5 connector 2 11 1V 5000mAh 3S 50C LiPo with EC5 connector or 2 14 8V 5000mAh 4S 50C LiPo with EC5 connector TLR Lok Threadlock Blue TLR76004 Dynamite Prophet Sport Quad 4 X 100W AC DC Cha...

Page 6: ...a Transmits the signal to the model SRS4220 AVC Technology Receiver 12 BIND 13 DISABLE 14 DATA 15 AUX 2 16 AUX 1 17 THR 18 STR Installing the Transmitter Batteries 1 Push in the battery cover a small...

Page 7: ...ntrols the steering dual rate Binding Binding is the process of programming the receiver to recognize the GUID Globally Unique Identifier code of a single specific transmitter When a receiver is bound...

Page 8: ...MUST remain on a flat level surface and motionless for at least 5 seconds 2 1 Installing the Batteries 1 Remove the 2 body clips from the vehicle as shown 2 Pivot body back to access the chassis 3 Ins...

Page 9: ...y stop 1 Hold the trigger in the full brake position and turn the steering wheel to Full Right while powering on the transmitter The LED flashes rapidly indicating the programming mode is active 2 Thr...

Page 10: ...motor or ESC After driving the vehicle allow the electronics to cool before driving the vehicle again IMPORTANT Keep wires away from all moving parts The largest factor in run time is the capacity of...

Page 11: ...er Links Characteristics Lowering the Link Front Increases off power steering and makes the vehicle more responsive Handling consistency may decrease as off power steering increases Rear Increases off...

Page 12: ...Shock Oil Characteristics Lighter Responds quicker and creates more chassis roll Use lighter oil as it gets colder Heavier Reacts slower and creates less chassis roll Use heavier oil as it gets warmer...

Page 13: ...ther steering entering the turn but has more on power steering Rear Increases stability in turns and on power steering Differential Light Weight Oil Heavier Weight Oil Front Increases off power steeri...

Page 14: ...emperatures are too hot a different gearing combination with a lower pinion gear and or higher spur gear is suggested CHANGING THE PINION GEAR GEAR RATIO 1 Unscrew the gear cover screw and remove the...

Page 15: ...he throttle trim is neutral and the throttle travel range is at 100 Disable any special functions such as ABS etc 3 Press the SET button while powering ON the ESC Release the button as soon as the red...

Page 16: ...ols To engage reverse while moving forward apply the brake until the vehicle has come to a complete stop release brake then apply the brake again While braking or in reverse engaging the throttle will...

Page 17: ...rom out of the shock 3 Hold the shaft with a multi wrench and remove the shock end Push the shaft into the shock body and remove through the top Remove the lower shock cap dust cover O rings and space...

Page 18: ...spring cup 1 Remove the front clip 2 Remove the cover and differential 3 Check the differential fluid and refill or replace as needed with DYN2656 30 000CS fluid The fluid level should be about 0 12...

Page 19: ...56 30 000CS fluid The fluid level should be about 0 12 in 3 0mm from the top surface of the case Do not overfill or the differential unit might leak 4 Check the ring and pinion as well as the bevel ge...

Page 20: ...needed with DYN2657 50 000CS fluid The fluid level should be about 0 12 in 3 0mm from the top surface of the case Do not overfill or the differential unit might leak 3 Check the spur gear and pinion...

Page 21: ...el not ing proper polarity Servo gears or motor damaged Replace or repair servo Will not turn one direction Servo gears damaged Replace or repair servo Motor does not run Motor wire solder joint is da...

Page 22: ...rvice you in the event that you may need any assistance For questions or assistance please visit our website at www horizonhobby com submit a Product Support Inquiry or call the toll free telephone nu...

Page 23: ...e essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the R TTE and EMC Directive A copy of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available online at http www horizonhobby com content support render...

Page 24: ...LOS255003 M5 x 20mm LOS255003 M5 x 14mm LOS255003 M5 x 32mm LOS255003 M5 x 40mm LOS255003 M4 x 4mm LOS255000 M5 x 5mm LOS255000 M6 x 5mm LOS255000 M6 x 12mm LOS255000 3 x 8mm LOS255002 M4 x 12mm LOS25...

Page 25: ...x 6mm LOS257000 10 x 22 x 6mm LOS257001 12 x 24 x 6mm LOSB5972 7 x 10 x 4mm LOS257002 8 x 22 x 0 2mm LOS256001 13 x 16 x 0 3mm LOS256001 10 1 x 14 x 25mm LOS256001 M4 LOS256000 M5 LOS256000 M5 LOS256...

Page 26: ...y 2 DBXL E Akkuhalter 2 DBXL E DBXL E Support batterie 2 Supporto batteria 2 DBXL E LOS251048 Battery Strap 6 DBXL E Akkulasche 6 DBXL E DBXL E Sangle batterie 6 Fascetta batteria 6 DBXL E LOS251049 B...

Page 27: ...m Welle Pignon 14 dents m1 5 axe 8mm Pignone 14 denti 1 5 m albero 8 mm LOS252066 Diff Housing Set Aluminum 1 DBXL E Differential Geh use Set Aluminium 1 DBXL E DBXL E Corps de diff rentiel aluminium...

Page 28: ...Bushing 10x7x4mm 4 1 5 4wd DB XL Buchse 10x7x4mm 4 1 5 4wd DB XL 1 5 4WD Paliers 10x7x4mm 4 Boccola 10x7x4 mm 4 1 5 4wd DB XL LOS45015 Wheel Black Beadlock Silver 2 DBXL E Rad schwarz Beadlock silbern...

Page 29: ...meccanico completo DBXL E LOS354001 Front Spindle Set Aluminum DBXL DBXL E Spindelset vorne Aluminium DBXL DBXL E DBXL DBXL E Fus es avant en aluminium Set fusello anteriore alluminio DBXL DBXL E LOS...

Page 30: ...51051 LOS251047 LOS251012 LOS254011 LOS255002 LOSB0884 LOS251020 SPMSR4220 LOS255003 LOS251048 6 LOS252059 LOS252058 LOS255002 LOS255002 LOS251064 LOS251010 LOS256005 LOSB5972 LOS252017 DYNS1665 LOS25...

Page 31: ...0 LOS254005 LOS255002 LOSB5972 LOSB5972 LOS251016 LOS252005 LOS252004 LOS252068 LOS256001 LOS252054 LOS257001 LOS255002 LOS252017 LOS251008 LOS255001 LOS256000 LOS256000 LOS254009 LOS252050 LOS252051...

Page 32: ...LOS251053 LOS254012 LOS255002 LOS251016 LOS251016 LOS256001 LOS257001 LOS252054 LOS252005 LOS252004 LOS252068 LOS252017 LOS252017 LOS252050 LOS254005 LOSB5972 LOSB252011 LOS24010 LOS254006 LOS254013 L...

Page 33: ...manual LOS254015 LOS254018 LOS454017 LOS254015 LOS2500016 LOS2500017 LOS2500016 LOS2500017 LOS2500016 LOS2500017 LOS2500019 LOS2500020 LOS251053 LOS2500021 LOS2500020 LOS2500016 LOS2500017 LOS2500020...

Page 34: ...High Bite Other Wet Dusty Blue Groove Dry Hard Packed Loose Loamy Smooth Rough Tight Open Indoor Outdoor Track Conditions Front Suspension Differentials Setup Sheet Stock Rear Suspension Radio Servo...

Page 35: ...sty Blue Groove Dry Hard Packed Loose Loamy Smooth Rough Tight Open Indoor Outdoor Track Conditions Front Suspension Differentials Setup Sheet Rear Suspension Radio Servo ESC Motor Pinion Spur Battery...

Page 36: ...eaction TLR Lok and the Horizon Hobby logoare trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby LLC The Spektrum trademark is used with permission of Bachmann Industries Inc US 9 320 977 Other pate...

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