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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
MANUEL D’UTILISATION
MANUALE

1/18-SCALE 4WD SHORT COURSE TRUCK

ECX01001|ECX01001EU|ECX01001UK

TORMENT

Congratulations on your purchase of the ECX

® 

Torment

4WD Short Course Truck. This 1/18-scale model introduces 

you to the sport of RC driving. 

Herzlichen Glückwunsch zum Kauf des ECX

 

Torment

4WD Short Course Truck. Dieses 1/18 Scale Model öffnet 

Ihnen die Welt des RC Car Sports. 

Nous vous félicitons pour l’achat du ECX

 

Torment

4WD Short Course Truck. Ce modèle 1/18 vous introduit au 

sport de la conduite RC.

Congratulazioni per l’acquisto di questo ECX

 

Torment 

4WD Short Course Truck. Questa vettura in scala 1/18 vi 

introdurrà nel mondo dei modelli RC.

®

Summary of Contents for TORMENT ECX01001

Page 1: ...oduces you to the sport of RC driving Herzlichen Glückwunsch zum Kauf des ECXTorment 4WD Short Course Truck Dieses 1 18 Scale Model öffnet Ihnen die Welt des RC Car Sports Nous vous félicitons pour l achat du ECXTorment 4WD Short Course Truck Ce modèle 1 18 vous introduit au sport de la conduite RC Congratulazioni per l acquisto di questo ECXTorment 4WD Short Course Truck Questa vettura in scala 1...

Page 2: ...familiar with the features of the product before operating Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product personal property and cause serious injury This is a sophisticated hobby product and NOT a toy It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability Failure to operate this Product in a safe and responsible manner could resul...

Page 3: ...t been certified as water resistant or waterproof If the motor becomes excessively wet apply very light throttle until the water is mostly removed from the motor Running a wet motor at high speeds may rapidly damage the motor Driving in wet conditions can reduce the life of the motor The additional resistance of operating in water causes excess strain Alter the gear ratio by using a smaller pinion...

Page 4: ...he battery and charger after charging and let them cool between charges Always inspect the battery before charging Always terminate all processes and contact Horizon Hobby if the product malfunctions Always make sure you know the specifications of the battery to be charged or discharged to ensure it meets the requirements of this charger Always constantly monitor the temperature of the battery pac...

Page 5: ... to install 4 AA batteries 3 Slide the panel closed We recommend using only alkaline AA batteries in the transmitter however it is possible to use rechargeable Ni MH batteries Never install damaged batteries Never install batteries of mixed types or of different ages in the transmitter Always remove exhausted batteries Always remove batteries before storing the transmitter Low battery power can re...

Page 6: ...and Left steering with ST switch on NOR See Reverse Switch Steering Rate Adjusts the amount the front wheels move when the steering wheel is turned left or right Throttle Dual Rate Adjusts the maximum amount throttle the vehicle can be given Adjusts the neutral point of the electronic speed control Throttle Trim Adjust to make the vehicle drive straight with no input at the steering wheel Steering...

Page 7: ...erformance of the motor GETTING STARTED 1 Power on the transmitter 2 Connect the battery to the Electronic Speed Control ESC Receiver unit and power on the vehicle 3 Do a test of the transmitter s control of the vehicle with the vehicle s wheels off the ground 4 Start driving slowly If the wheels are not straight adjust the steering trim dial on the transmitter INSTALLING THE VEHICLE BODY ...

Page 8: ...or indoors can cause overheating at low speeds Operating at low speed increases heat in the electronic speed control ESC Overheating can damage the vehicle and failure may result Steering Dual Rate If the vehicle turns too sharply and or spins out easily reduce the steering dual rate turn the knob counterclockwise For sharper or additional steering increase the steering dual rate turn the knob clo...

Page 9: ...ant to the performance of the vehicle When the gear mesh is too loose the spur gear could be damaged by the pinion gear of the motor If the mesh is too tight speed could be limited and the motor and ESC will overheat Set the gear mesh by following these simple steps 1 Remove 7 screws to remove the gear cover A 2 Loosen the 2 motor screws B 3 Put a small piece of paper C between the pinion and spur...

Page 10: ...Motor dirty or brushes worn Check clean replace the motor Sluggish Action Motor dirty or brushes worn Check clean replace the motor Bind in drivetrain Clean adjust the gear mesh between the spur and pinion gears Vehicle batteries have low voltage Charge the vehicle battery pack Controls Reversed ST REV or TH REV Change switch position on the transmitter Motor ESC overheat Bind in drivetrain Clean ...

Page 11: ...ncluded items and a brief summary of the problem A copy of your original sales receipt must be included for warranty consideration Be sure your name address and RMA number are clearly written on the outside of the shipping carton NOTICE Do not ship LiPo batteries to Horizon If you have any issue with a LiPo battery please contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support office Warranty Requirements ...

Page 12: ...t The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling please contact your local city office your household waste disposal service or where you purchased...

Page 13: ...IAGRAM EXPLOSIONSZEICHNUNG VUE ÉCLATÉE DES PIÈCES ESPLOSO DEL MODELLO CON REFERENZA PEZZI 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 10 10 3 18 18 3 3 3 3 3 11 11 3 3 18 3 10 16 14 15 15 8 14 14 18 14 14 14 14 14 16 16 10 10 10 11 11 10 2 2 2 2 2 18 ...

Page 14: ... 25 8 14 PARTS DIAGRAM EXPLOSIONSZEICHNUNG VUE ÉCLATÉE DES PIÈCES ESPLOSO DEL MODELLO CON REFERENZA PEZZI 14 14 26 6 23 2 6 14 14 13 19 19 12 13 9 9 1 14 10 10 11 5 1 14 14 4 14 12 13 10 10 5 11 9 22 14 7 14 6 7 14 14 14 1 ...

Page 15: ...50 RUCKUS 4WD 4WD PARTS DIAGRAM EXPLOSIONSZEICHNUNG VUE ÉCLATÉE DES PIÉCES ESPLOSO DEL MODELLO CON REFERENZA PEZZI 6 6 14 13 14 14 14 6 20 20 14 14 14 21 14 14 14 ...

Page 16: ...epin Set 1 18 4WD All ECX 1 18 Hingepin Set Set d axes de suspension Set perni cerniere 1 18 4WD tutti 14 ECX216001 Complete Hardware Set 1 18 4WD All ECX 1 18 Zubehörset Set de visserie Set completo viteria 1 18 4WD tutti 15 ECX212005 Slipper Assembly 1 18 4WD All ECX 1 18 Slipper montiert Slipper complet Gruppo antisaltellamento 1 18 4WD tutti 16 ECX212006 Center Driveshaft Assembly 1 18 4WD All...

Page 17: ...001 ECX01001EU ECX01001UK www ecxrc com 2013 Horizon Hobby Inc ECX the ECX logo Ruckus Tazer EC3 and the Horizon Hobby logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby Inc Created 06 2013 34846 ...

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