Traxxas Slash 4x4 Ultimate 68077-3, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...owner s manual MODEL 68077 3...

Page 2: ...unning your model look over this entire manual and examine the model carefully If for some reason you decide it is not what you wanted then do not continue any further Your hobby dealer absolutely can...

Page 3: ...of Traxxas Specifications are subject to change without notice Hard Anodized PTFE Coated GTR Shocks Aluminum Rear Hub Carriers Aluminum C hubs and Steering Blocks Aluminum Wheel nuts FCC Compliance Th...

Page 4: ...a long cord intended to allow the battery to be charged outside of an automobile when using the automobile s auxiliary power socket If the cord will not reach outside of the automobile find another p...

Page 5: ...attempt to charge LiPo batteries with the Traxxas charger included in this package Make sure you understand how to use your LiPo batteries Be aware that Traxxas shall not be liable for any special ind...

Page 6: ...x Antenna Mount Front Suspension Arm Front Bumper Steering Servo Shock Damper Turnbuckle Toe Link Turnbuckle Front Camber Link Turnbuckle Rear Camber Link Rear Shock Tower Traxxas High Current Connect...

Page 7: ...page 12 Body clips and body washers Optional pinion gear Foam battery spacer for use with LiPo batteries Suspension multi tool Optional center differential Shock wrench Your model comes with a set of...

Page 8: ...rence from outside sources 3 Install batteries in the transmitter See page 12 8 Detail your model See sidebar page 9 The transmitter requires 4 AA alkaline batteries sold separately Apply other decals...

Page 9: ...to virtually eliminate cogging Current Current is a measure of power flow through the electronics usually measured in amps If you think of a wire as a garden hose current is a measure of how much wat...

Page 10: ...th solder tabs Transmitter The hand held radio unit that sends throttle and steering instructions to your model Trim The fine tuning adjustment of the neutral position of the servos made by adjusting...

Page 11: ...CEIVER Steering Trim Multi Function Knob Throttle Trigger Throttle Neutral Adjust Steering Wheel Power Switch Battery Compartment Set Button Menu Button Red Green Status LED see page 33 for more info...

Page 12: ...s 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 status indicator for a solid green light If...

Page 13: ...ld down over to the 23mm side and use it on the opposite side of the chassis Note For taller batteries an extended battery hold down part 7426X is available sold separately For shorter batteries 6 cel...

Page 14: ...transmitter The transmitter LED will flash fast red indicating a failure to link If you miss it simply turn off the transmitter and start over Always turn on the transmitter before plugging in the ba...

Page 15: ...d range test your radio system to ensure that it operates properly 1 Turn on the radio system and check its operation as described in the previous section 2 Have a friend hold the model Make sure hand...

Page 16: ...on On surfaces with very little traction loose dirt smooth concrete ice snow increase TSM to maximize acceleration and control Drive with TSM on and off to test how it is making your control of the ve...

Page 17: ...ctory defaults Otherwise you may not get the best performance from your speed control The transmitter should be adjusted as follows If the transmitter settings have been adjusted reset them to the fac...

Page 18: ...dy to drive SelectingTrainingMode Profile 3 50 Forward 100 Brakes 50 Reverse 1 Connect a fully charged battery pack to the VXL 3s and turn on your transmitter 2 With the VXL 3s off press and hold the...

Page 19: ...nd off road could cause excessive loads on the electrical system in the model High performance vehicles produce small vibrations that may loosen hardware over time Frequently check wheel nuts and othe...

Page 20: ...during normal running Water will enter these holes and get trapped inside the tires if holes are not cut in the tires Cut two small holes 3mm or 1 8 diameter in each tire Each hole should be near the...

Page 21: ...the cap off with a flat blade screwdriver To prevent corrosion and ensure maximum bearing life lubricate the bearings with a light oil available at your local hobby store Following these steps will e...

Page 22: ...wheels are pointing straight ahead and are parallel to each other 0 toe in This will ensure the same amount of steering in both directions Front Toe In For increased stability add 1 to 2 of toe in to...

Page 23: ...certain the transmitter s batteries are not depleted 4 Turn off TSM see page 16 5 Turn the transmitter s steering trim knob to the center 0 position 6 Disconnect motor wires A and C see page 11 to pre...

Page 24: ...nsion pins bent turnbuckles loose screws and any signs of stress or bending Replace components as needed Steering Over time you may notice increased looseness in the steering system The tie rod ends m...

Page 25: ...3x6 flat head cap screws from the front chassis 3 Remove the two 4x12 button head cap screws from the front of the chassis 4 Remove the two 4x10 button head cap screws from the top of the chassis 5 Pu...

Page 26: ...ing balance The default factory locations are designed to make the truck easier and more forgiving to drive and less likely to traction roll in turns Front Roll Center To lower the roll center on the...

Page 27: ...arging use and storage of LiPo batteries Make sure you understand how to use your LiPo batteries See Safety Precautions and warnings on page 4 for more information TEMPERATURES AND COOLING Monitoring...

Page 28: ...il Only use silicone oil in the differentials Traxxas offers silicone differential fluid in a variety of viscosities Part 5135 10K Part 5136 30K Part 5137 50K Part 5130 100K Part 5039 500K Follow the...

Page 29: ...r gear slipper unit was removed Stand the chassis up on the front bumper to hold the spur gear steady and line it up with the pinion gear The splined shaft adapter must key into the aluminum center dr...

Page 30: ...iston 2 Position the new piston onto the shock shaft above the small washer Grip the threads of the shaft with side cutters or needlenose pliers and tighten the nut with the 4 way wrench to secure the...

Page 31: ...stiffer setup farther from the pivot point will result in softer sway bar response For smooth surfaces with high traction Adjust linkage placement for stiffer response closer to the sway bar mount For...

Page 32: ...e their settings attach profiles and lock them into memory Simply choose a model and any previously bound transmitter power them up and start having fun Pairing the TQi transmitter with the Traxxas Li...

Page 33: ...ndard setting for Steering Sensitivity is normal zero exponential with the dial full left in its range of travel This setting provides linear servo response the steering servo s movement will correspo...

Page 34: ...ints The TQi transmitter allows you to choose the limit of the servo s travel range or its end point independently for left and right travel on the steering channel and throttle brake travel on the th...

Page 35: ...l you used the longest time ago will be deleted Activating Model Lock will lock the receiver in memory so it cannot be deleted You may also bind multiple TQi transmitters to the same model making it p...

Page 36: ...s how to navigate through the TQi transmitter s various settings and functions Press and hold MENU to enter the Menu Tree and use the following commands to navigate through the menu and select options...

Page 37: ...LED blinks Press SET red LED blinks x3 Press MENU twice red LED blinks x3 Turn steering wheel to desired max left and right travel x8 Press SET to save each position Turn steering wheel to test settin...

Page 38: ...______mm ______mm Oil _____________ wt Oil _____________ wt Piston _____________mm Piston _____________mm Battery Placement Front Tire Type_________________ Tire Insert_ _______________ Wheel_ _______...

Page 39: ...t _____ Rear _____ Weight _______lbs Springs Color ___________________ Preload _________mm Springs Color ___________________ Preload _________mm ______mm ______mm Oil _____________ wt Oil ____________...

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