The TRX 2.5 Racing Engine
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The Traxxas EZ-Start Electric Starting System
The Traxxas EZ-Start brings the convenience of push-button
electric engine starting to your S-Maxx. The EZ-Start consists of
a handheld control unit and an on-board motorized starter.
Power for the EZ-Start system comes from a 7.2-volt
rechargeable NiCad battery pack installed in the handheld
control unit (battery not included).
The engine glow plug is heated automatically by the
EZ-Start system, eliminating the need to keep up with a
separate glow plug igniter.
The voltage to the glow plug is kept constant, regardless of
the load placed on the starter by the starter motor.
The “Glow Plug” LED (light emitting diode) on the control
unit indicates the condition of the glow plug.
The “Motor” LED indicates the status of the EZ-Start electric
starter motor.
The cush drive mechanism in the drive unit prevents
damage to the gears caused by engine kickback.
Smart Start
™
protection circuitry prevents damage to the
motor by cutting power if the load on the motor or other
electronics exceeds safe limits.
Installing the EZ-Start Battery
The EZ-Start system requires a fully charged 7.2-volt NiCad
battery pack (not included). Use a charger (not included)
designed for 7.2-volt battery packs. Charge the battery
according to the charger manufacturer’s directions.
1.
Press the tab in the end of the battery compartment door
to open
2.
Plug a fully charged 7.2-volt NiCad battery pack into the
connector inside.
3.
Twist the battery 2 or 3 times to twirl the battery plug wires.
This helps hold the wire and battery in place when the
battery is placed in the compartment
4.
Place the battery into the compartment and press the wires
securely into place.
5.
Slide the battery compartment door back on and lock the
end tab.
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Use the
Right Charger
The most convenient
type of charger is an AC peak-
detecting charger that plugs
directly into an AC wall
outlet. It contains special
peak-detection circuitry that
automatically shuts the
charger off when the battery
is fully charged.
If you’re using a 15-minute
timed charger, always fully
discharge the battery pack
before each charge. Some
high mAh battery packs
(1500 mAh or higher) require
more than the standard 15
minutes of charge time. If the
battery pack is cold after 15
minutes of charging, add
another 5 minutes of charge
time. Closely monitor the
battery pack and stop
charging it when it begins to
feel warm to the touch. Never
leave a battery charging
unattended. Always follow
charger manufacturer’s
instructions.
