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Congratulations on your purchase of the
FTX R/C Vehicle.
This scale model has been factory assembled and all electrics installed and set up to make it
the easiest possible introduction to the sport of driving RC cars.
WARNING:
Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become 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 NOT a toy and must be operated with caution and common sense.
Failure to operate this product in a safe and responsible manner could result in damage, injury or damage to other property.
This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and
warnings in the manual, prior to assembly, set-up or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.
Safety Precautions and Warnings
• You are responsible for operating this model such that it does not endanger yourself and others, or result in damage to the product or
the property of others.
• This model is controlled by a radio which is possibly subject to interference which can cause momentary loss of control so it is
advisable to always keep a safe distance to avoid collisions or injury.
• Age Recommendation: 14 years or over. This is not a toy. This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult
supervision.
Carefully follow these directions and warnings, plus those of any additional equipment
associated with the use of this model, chargers, ESC and motors, radio etc.
• Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.
• Always operate your model in an open area away from cars, traffic or people.
• Never operate the model in the street or in populated areas.
• Always keep the vehicle in direct line of sight, you cannot control what you cannot see!
• Keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out of the reach of children.
• Although splash-proof the car and electronics are not designed to be subjected to extended moisture exposure or submersion.
To do so will result in permanent damage.
• Avoid injury from high speed rotating parts, gears and axles etc.
• Novices should seek advice from more experienced people to operate the model correctly and meet its performance potential.
• Exercise caution when using tools and sharp instruments.
• Do not put fingers or any objects inside rotating and moving parts.
• Take care when carrying out repairs or maintenance as some parts may be sharp.
• Do NOT touch equipment such as the motor, electronic speed control and battery, immediately after using your model because they
can generate high temperatures.
• Always turn on your transmitter before you turn on the receiver in the car. Always turn off the receiver before turning your transmitter
off.
• Keep the wheels of the model off the ground, and keep your hands away from the wheels when checking the operation of the radio
equipment.
• Prolong motor life by preventing overheat conditions. Undue motor wear can result from frequent turns, rapid change of direction
forwards/backwards, continuous stop/starts, pushing/pulling objects, driving in deep sand and tall grass, or driving continuously
up hill.
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