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MODEL 7305 owner ’ s manual ...
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2 • TRAXXAS 3 BEFORE YOU PROCEED 4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 5 TOOLS, SUPPLIES AND REQUIRED EQUIPMENT 6 ANATOMY OF THE MODEL 7 QUICK START: GETTING UP TO SPEED 8 THE TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM 14 ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL 16 DRIVING YOUR MODEL 19 TUNING ADJUSTMENTS 23 MAINTAINING YOUR MODEL INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Traxxas 1/16 ...
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TRAXXAS • 3 BEFORE YOU PROCEED Carefully read and follow all instructions in this and any accompanying materials to prevent serious damage to your model. Failure to follow these instructions will be considered abuse and/or neglect. Before running your model, look over this entire manual and examine the model carefully. If for some reason you deci ...
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4 • TRAXXAS This model is not intended for use by children under 14 years of age without the supervision of a responsible and knowledgeable adult. All instructions and precautions outlined in this manual should be strictly followed to ensure safe operation of your model. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS No previous experience with radio controlled models is re ...
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TRAXXAS • 5 TOOLS, SUPPLIES AND REQUIRED EQUIPMENT Your model comes with a set of specialty metric tools. You’ll need to purchase other items, available from your hobby dealer, to operate and maintain your model. REQUIRED EQUIPMENT (sold separately) Recommended Equipment These items are not required for the operation of your model, but are a go ...
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6 • TRAXXAS ANATOMY OF THE MODEL Toe Link Rear Half Shaft Transmission Chassis Antenna Mount Fro nt Suspension Arm Front Bumper Oil Shock (Damper) Rear Body Mount Hex Hub Rear Suspension Arm Axle Carrier Pivot Ball Toe Link Light Pipe Receiver Box Steering Servo Front Body Mount Battery Compartment Door Battery Compartment Vent Electronic Speed C ...
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TRAXXAS • 7 The Quick Start Guide is not intended to replace the full operating instructions available in this manual. Please read this entire manual for complete instructions on the proper use and maintenance of your model. Look for the Quick Start logo at the bottom of Quick Start pages. The following guide is an overview of the procedures for ...
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8 • TRAXXAS THE TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM Your model is equipped with the Traxxas TQ Radio System is a 2-channel system that provides high-power output up to a quarter mile. Your model uses one steering servo and an electronic speed control. The receiver is equipped with four channels and dual channel 1 outputs. XL-2.5 Wiring Diagram MOTOR MOTOR TQ ...
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TRAXXAS • 9 THE TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM RADIO SYSTEM TERMINOLOGY Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with these radio and power system terms. They will be used throughout this manual. BEC (Battery Eliminator Circuit) - The BEC can either be in the receiver or in the ESC. This circuit allows the receiver and servos to be powered by the ma ...
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10 • TRAXXAS THE TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM If the power indicator doesn’t light red, check the polarity of the batteries. Check rechargeable batteries for a full charge. Spray a little window cleaner on the antenna wire to make it easier to push through the antenna tube. Don’t shorten the length of the antenna wire. Its length is tuned to the f ...
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TRAXXAS • 11 The following Traxxas High Current Connector packages are available from your hobby dealer. When using adapters, be careful not to exceed the current rating of the Molex connector. Part #3060 Single Male/Female Part #3080 2-Pack Female Part #3070 2-Pack Male Part #3062 Female Charge Adapter INSTALLING BATTERY PACK Your model includes ...
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12 • TRAXXAS THE TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM TQ RADIO SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS In addition to the electronic throttle and steering trim controls, your radio system features throttle neutral adjustment and servo reversing switches. These are preset at the factory and should not require further adjustment. Throttle Neutral Adjustment The throttle neutral adj ...
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TRAXXAS • 13 THE TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM TQ RADIO SYSTEM RULES Each time you prepare to run your model, you must clear your frequency to be sure no one else in the area is using the same channel as you. There are six possible channels, numbered 1 through 6. Each is represented by a color. Look at the crystal plugged into the back of your transmit ...
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14 • TRAXXAS The electronic speed control is factory set and should not require any adjustments. These instructions are provided for your reference. Transmitter Adjustments for the electronic speed control Before attempting to program your ESC, it is important to make sure your TQ transmitter is properly adjusted (set back to the factory defaults ...
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TRAXXAS • 15 ESC Profile Selection The speed control is factory set to Profile #1. To change the profile, follow the steps on described below. The speed control should be connected to the receiver and battery, and the transmitter should be adjusted as described previously. The profiles are selected by entering the programming mode. ESC Profi ...
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16 • TRAXXAS DRIVING YOUR MODEL Now it’s time to have some fun! This section contains instructions on driving and making adjustments to your model. Before you go on, here are some important precautions to keep in mind. Allow the model to cool for a few minutes between runs. This is particularly important when using high capacity battery packs t ...
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TRAXXAS • 17 DRIVING YOUR MODEL Not all batteries can be used in wet environments. Consult your battery manufacturer to see if their batteries can be used in wet conditions. The Traxxas TQ transmitter is not water resistant. Do not subject it to wet conditions such as rain. Do NOT operate your model during a rain storm or other inclement weather ...
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18 • TRAXXAS DRIVING YOUR MODEL • Transmission : Remove, disassemble, and clean the transmission components. No grease is required for the nylon gears. Refer to your exploded view diagrams for help with disassembly and reassembly. • Motor : Remove the motor, clean with aerosol motor cleaner, and re- oil the bushings with lightweight motor oil ...
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TRAXXAS • 19 TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Your model is factory-tuned for optimum performance on pavement and concrete surfaces. To tailor the performance and handling of your model to suit your driving style and available traction, your model has a number of adjustable features. Gearing, shock preload and damping, ride height, wheel toe and wheel camber c ...
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20 • TRAXXAS TUNING ADJUSTMENTS A camber gauge (available at your local hobby shop) can be a useful tool for alignment setting. To achieve a good starting point for the slipper clutch, tighten the slipper clutch adjusting nut clockwise until the slipper clutch adjusting spring fully collapses (do not over tighten), and then turn the slipper clutc ...
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TRAXXAS • 21 TUNING ADJUSTMENTS TRANSMISSION TUNING Adjusting the Slipper Clutch Your model is equipped with an adjustable Torque Control slipper clutch which is built into the large spur gear. The purpose of the slipper clutch is to prevent over-stressing of the drivetrain and transmission gears. It may also be used to regulate the amount of pow ...
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22 • TRAXXAS TUNING ADJUSTMENTS MO TOR AND GEARING Extensive testing has been done to determine the best gear ratio for your model. The stock gearing balances power, speed, and efficiency to optimize the performance of the model. However, you may wish to try different gear ratios in order to customize the performance of your model. The gearing ch ...
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TRAXXAS • 23 Always wear eye protection when using compressed air or spray cleaners and lubricants. MAINTAINING YOUR MODEL Your model requires timely maintenance in order to stay in top running condition. The following procedures should be taken very seriously. Inspect the vehicle for obvious damage or wear. Look for: 1. Cracked, bent, or damaged ...
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