Traxxas Bandit 24054, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...owner s manual MODELS 36054 1 MODELS 37054 1 MODEL 24054 1...

Page 2: ...model Traxxas Support Traxxas support is with you every step of the way Refer to the next page to find out how to contact us and what your support options are Quick Start This manual is designed with...

Page 3: ...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 many sources that are beyond your co...

Page 4: ...oth carpet or on any other flammable material Do not operate the charger in a cluttered space or place objects on top of the charger or battery If a battery gets hot to the touch during the charging p...

Page 5: ...s Ultra Premium Tire Glue Part 6468 CA glue Hobby knife Side cutters and or needle nose pliers Phillips screwdriver Soldering iron For more information on batteries see Use the Right Batteries on page...

Page 6: ...Battery Battery Hold Down Upper Chassis Plate Antenna Mount Suspension Arm Front Front Body Mount Front Bumper Front Shock Tower Steering Servo under Upper Chassis Plate Shock Oil Damper Turnbuckle Ti...

Page 7: ...eed Control XL 5 Chassis Battery Compartment Battery Hold Down Receiver Box Front Body Mount Antenna Mount Camber Link Suspension Arm Front Bulkhead Front Bumper Front Shock Tower Steering Servo Shock...

Page 8: ...Shock Tower Shock Oil Damper Turnbuckle Tie Rod Rear Shock Tower Rear Body Mount Camber Link ANATOMY OF THE BANDIT Half Shaft Suspension Arm Rear LED Light Pipe Electronic Speed Control XL 5 Battery C...

Page 9: ...tely Follow these critical steps to maintain the performance of your model and keep it in excellent running condition 4 Install battery pack in the model See page 14 Your model requires a fully charge...

Page 10: ...recise digital proportional throttle control Electronic speed controls use power more efficiently than mechanical speed controls so that the batteries run longer An electronic speed control also has c...

Page 11: ...he hose voltage corresponds to the pressure that is forcing the water through the hose 550 and 540 These numbers refer to the size of the motor 550 motors have armatures that are 30 longer than 540 mo...

Page 12: ...electronic speed control TRANSMITTER AND RECEIVER Steering Trim Throttle Trigger Steering Wheel Power Switch Battery Compartment Set Button Red Green Status LED Traxxas High Current Connector Male to...

Page 13: ...mitter and check the status LED for a solid green light If the status LED flashes red the transmitter batteries may be weak discharged or possibly installed incorrectly Replace with new or freshly cha...

Page 14: ...nd antenna tube 1 Slide the antenna wire into the antenna tube to its full extent When fully inserted the wire should reach to approximately 1 2 inch below the tube cap Do not leave any slack in the a...

Page 15: ...until the model drives straight when the steering wheel is centered Channel Reversing The TQ 2 4GHz transmitter has been programmed with the correct servo direction settings for your model and should...

Page 16: ...ooking down at the 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...

Page 17: ...4GHz transmitter has a directional antenna For maximum range hold the antenna upright and pointed in the direction of the model Pointing the transmitter away from the model will reduce radio range TRA...

Page 18: ...ction is now ACTIVATED To disable Low Voltage Detection NiMH setting 1 Make sure the LED on the XL 5 is on and GREEN 2 Press and hold the EZ Set button the LED will turn off After ten seconds the moto...

Page 19: ...Use caution to avoid slamming the speed control from reverse to forward On high traction surfaces this could result in transmission or driveline damage 7 To turn the XL 5 off press and hold the EZ Set...

Page 20: ...g temperature exceeds safe limits the XL 5 will automatically shut down Let the XL 5 cool Make sure your model is properly geared for the conditions Slow Blinking Red when Low Voltage Detection is act...

Page 21: ...in the model The Titan 12T motor will benefit from a short break in period to ensure optimum performance and longer motor life For the first battery pack use the stock installed pinion gear and drive...

Page 22: ...hicle in Wet Conditions before proceeding Make sure you understand the additional maintenance required with wet running 2 The wheels have small holes molded in to allow air to enter and exit the tire...

Page 23: ...re to wear eye protection when using spray aerosol cleaners RECEIVER BOX MAINTAINING A WATERTIGHT SEAL Removing and Installing Radio Gear The unique design of the receiver box allows the removal and i...

Page 24: ...pistons springs or oil always make changes to them in pairs front or rear Piston selection depends on the range of oil viscosities that you have available For example using a two hole piston with a li...

Page 25: ...eeth x 2 72 Final Gear Ratio Pinion Gear Teeth Stampede Rustler Bandit Fast Acceleration Short Distances Small Tracks 14 Tooth Pinion 90 Tooth Spur 14 Tooth Pinion 90 Tooth Spur 19 Tooth Pinion 86 Too...

Page 26: ...or cleaning it must be re centered prior to installation in the model 1 Disconnect the servo horn from the steering servo 2 Connect the steering servo to channel 1 on the receiver Connect the electron...

Page 27: ...nd Bandit only Replace these components as needed to restore factory tolerances The bell crank bushings may be replaced with 5x8mm ball bearings See the parts list included with your model for replace...

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