Traxxas 3602, User Manual

Page 1: ...owner s manual MODEL 3602 ...

Page 2: ...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 but it s very important that you take some time to read through the Owners Manual This manual contains all the necessary set up and operating procedures that allow you to unlock the performa...

Page 3: ...INTS TO REMEMBER 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 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 Because your model is controlled by radio it is subject to radio interference from ...

Page 4: ...Diodes External schottky diodes are not compatible with reversing speed controls Using a schottky diode with the XL 5 will damage the ESC and void the 30 day warranty BATTERIES AND BATTERY CHARGING The XL 5 speed control 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 y...

Page 5: ...he Right Batteries on page 10 Optional Pinion Gear see page 20 Aftermarket servo adapters Various pre load spacers and shock pistons on parts tree see page 19 Battery pad to reduce battery vibration if necessary NiMH battery charger Body clips and body washers 4 way wrench 7 cell NiMH battery pack with Traxxas High Current Connector REQUIRED EQUIPMENT sold separately Battery and charger style are ...

Page 6: ...old Down Receiver Box Front Body Mount Colors and appearance may vary from photo depending on your specific Monster Jam model Antenna Mount Camber Link Suspension Arm Front Bulkhead Front Bumper Front Shock Tower Steering Servo Shock Oil Damper Turnbuckle Tie Rod Suspension Arm Rear Caster Block Steering Block ANATOMY OF THE MODEL Traxxas High Current Connector ...

Page 7: ...mitter See page 10 9 Detail your model See page 9 The transmitter requires 8 AA alkaline or rechargeable batteries Install wings if necessary and apply other decals if desired 4 Install battery pack in the model See page 11 10 Drive your model See page 16 Your model requires a fully charged 7 2 volt battery pack Driving tips and adjustments for your model 5 Install the antenna See page 11 11 Maint...

Page 8: ...TER Antenna Steering Trim Throttle Trim Throttle Trigger Throttle Neutral Adjust Steering Wheel Power Switch Battery Compartment Servo Reversing Switch Power Indicator WIRING DIAGRAM Antenna Not Used Receiver Motor Titan 12T Traxxas High Current Connector Male to Battery Traxxas High Current Connector Male to Battery XL 5 Electronic Speed Control Channel 2 Steering Servo Channel 1 To Motor LED Set...

Page 9: ...lymer Rechargeable LiPo battery packs are known for their special chemistry that allows extremely high energy 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...

Page 10: ...ld be removed from the vehicle before charging Do not leave the battery unattended while charging It is normal for the battery to become slightly warm as it nears full charge but the battery should never become hot If the battery becomes hot disconnect it from the charger immediately The included charger is not for use with LiPo batteries 1 Plug the charger into the wall The LED on the charger sho...

Page 11: ...ou operate your model You ll find the plastic antenna tube and tip in the bag with your manuals and documentation 1 Locate the black antenna wire that exits the receiver 2 Pull the wire straight with your fingers several times until it is straight no kinks or bends and then insert the end of the wire into one end of the antenna tube Push the wire all the way through the antenna tube 3 Pull the rem...

Page 12: ...f the throttle servo when the servo is at rest If your model uses an electronic speed control instead of a throttle servo this control has been preset for you at the factory 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...

Page 13: ...ration of the steering servo 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 Operate the thro...

Page 14: ... is properly adjusted set back to the factory defaults Otherwise you may not get the best performance from your speed control 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 positio...

Page 15: ...n pressed down and the blink cycle will repeat until the button is released and a Mode is selected LED Codes and Protection Modes Solid Green XL 5 power on light Low Voltage Detection is ACTIVATED LiPo setting Solid Red XL 5 power on light Low Voltage Detection is DISABLED NiMH setting Never use LiPo batteries while Low Voltage Detection is disabled Fast Blinking Red The XL 5 is equipped with ther...

Page 16: ...speeds This will help insure that the motor provides the best performance and longest life 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 3000 mAh battery pack will theoretically run twice as long as a 1500 mAh sport pack Because of the wide variation in the types o...

Page 17: ...ions that will restrict the tires and put much higher loads on the motor Motor Precautions Titan motor life can be greatly reduced in mud and water If the motor gets 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 w...

Page 18: ...ng the Receiver 1 Remove the wire clamp by removing the two 2 5x8mm cap screws 2 Remove the cover by removing the two 3x10mm cap screws 3 To remove the receiver from the box simply lift it out and set to the side The antenna wire is still inside the clamp area and cannot be removed yet 4 Unplug the servo cables from the receiver and remove the receiver Receiver Installation 1 Install the electroni...

Page 19: ...ston with a lightweight oil will at one point give you the same dampening as a three hole piston with heavier oil We recommend using the two hole pistons with a range of oil viscosities from 10W to 50W available from your hobby shop The thinner viscosity oils 30W or less flow more smoothly and are more consistent while thicker oils provide more dampening Use only 100 pure silicone shock oil to pro...

Page 20: ...oosen the motor screws and slide the motor and pinion gear into the spur gear Retighten the motor screws and then remove the strip of paper You should be able to run a fresh strip of paper through the gears without binding them Centering Your Servo If the trim controls on your transmitter seem off you may need to re center your servo Additionally whenever your servo has been removed for service or...

Page 21: ...aver Traxxas part 3744 the bellcrank bushings Traxxas part 2545 and the tie rod ends Traxxas part 2742 Replace these components as needed to restore factory tolerances 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 weigh...

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Page 24: ... 1 888 TRAXXAS 110504 KC1356 R03 MONSTER JAM and MONSTER JAM logo are registered trademarks of Feld Motor Sports Inc and used under license to Traxxas LP All MONSTER JAM photography and artwork Feld Motor Sports Inc All rights reserved ...