1 • Traxxas
The Traxxas TQ Radio System
Installing Transmitter Batteries
Your TQ transmitter uses 8 AA batteries. The battery compartment
is located in the base of the transmitter.
1. Remove the battery compartment door by pressing the tab and
lifting the door up.
2. Install the batteries in the correct orientation as indicated in the
battery compartment.
3. Reinstall the battery door and snap it closed.
4. Turn on the transmitter and check the power indicator for a solid
red light.
If the power indicator light flashes, then the transmitter batteries
are weak, discharged or possibly installed incorrectly. Replace with
new or freshly charged batteries. The power indicator light does not
indicate the charge level of the battery pack installed in the model.
Installing the Battery Pack
Place the battery pack into the battery compartment of the model
and then place the battery hold down over the posts. Secure the
battery hold-down with body clips in the holes in the posts. Do not
connect the battery pack yet.
Note:
On Stampede, the battery wire
should route under the hump in the battery hold-down and make
sure the receiver is secured by the battery hold-down.
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Use the Right Batteries
Your transmitter uses AA
batteries. Use new alkaline
batteries, or rechargeable
batteries such as NiCad
or NiMH (Nickel Metal
Hydride) batteries in your
transmitter. Make sure
rechargeable batteries are
fully charged according
to the manufacturer’s
instructions.
If you use rechargeable
batteries in your
transmitter, be aware
that when they begin
to lose their charge, they
lose power more quickly
than regular alkaline
batteries.
Caution: Discontinue
running your model at the
first sign of weak batteries
(flashing red light) to avoid
losing control.
If the power indicator
doesn’t light red, check the
polarity of the batteries.
Check rechargeable
batteries for a full charge.
Stampede
Rustler
