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UNDERSTANDING YOUR TRANSMITTER...

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Features:

1.  Steering wheel: controls left/right motion (designed to be operated with right hand)

2.  Throttle trigger: controls forward/reverse motion (designed to be operated with left index finger)

3.  Handle: For holding the transmitter (designed to be held with left hand)

4.  Antenna: Transmits signal to the receiver located in the vehicle

5.  Control panel cover: Covers control panel housing radio setting controls

6.  ON/OFF Switch: Turns the power ON/OFF for the transmitter

7.  Indicator lights: Multifunction Green LED

a.  Solid Green: Adequate battery voltage for proper operation

b.  Flashing Green: Low battery voltage warning, batteries should be replaced/recharged before 

continued use

8.  Bind button: Used for binding the transmitter to the receiver

9.  Steering Trim: Controls the “hands-off” left/right direction of the vehicle

10.  Throttle Trim: Adjusts the motor speed to STOP when trigger is in “hands-off” (neutral) position

11.  Battery compartment: houses [8] AA batteries for powering the transmitter

12.  Bottom cover: Closes the battery compartment, containing the AA batteries

Batteries:

WARNING: Do not attempt to charge non-rechargeable batteries

•  Remove the lower door from the transmitter to access the battery compartment

•  Install 8x AA type batteries into the compartment

 › Pay close attention to battery polarity (+/-) indicators during installation

•  Never mix brands or old/new batteries

•  Always remove dead batteries from the transmitter

•  If using rechargeable batteries, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s care and use instructions

•  Rechargeable batteries must be removed from transmitter before charging

•  Always be sure to be responsible and protect the environment when disposing batteries. Your local   

HobbyTown USA® dealer provides a FREE battery disposal service

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Summary of Contents for ANIMUS 18TR

Page 1: ...e tasks properly or intentional aversion to the content will be considered abuse and or neglect Product specifications are subject to change without notice Due to ongoing development the actual prod uct may vary from images shown This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm This product is not a toy 14 Recommended for...

Page 2: ... electronic items with rechargeable bat teries Visit a Helion dealer for hobby grade chargers and batteries b Patience while reading thoroughly through all of the instructions and guides that will help ensure you get the most out of your new Helion RC product Please use caution and follow the manufacturer s recommended operating instructions for these items and always wear eye protection HOBBY KNI...

Page 3: ...er charge a warm battery always allow the battery to cool to room temperature before charging Never drop the charger or battery Never attempt to charge a damaged battery Inspect the battery and charger before use Never charge a battery or charger if the wire or connector has been damaged or if the battery has experienced a short Incorrect use of the battery connections or charging equipment can ca...

Page 4: ...ands off left right direction of the vehicle 10 Throttle Trim Adjusts the motor speed to STOP when trigger is in hands off neutral position 11 Battery compartment houses 8 AA batteries for powering the transmitter 12 Bottom cover Closes the battery compartment containing the AA batteries Batteries WARNING Do not attempt to charge non rechargeable batteries Remove the lower door from the transmitte...

Page 5: ...ing the batteries are supplying adequate voltage for proper operation 2 Setting the throttle trim a If the wheels spin in a forward direction when the trigger is in the neutral position turn down the trim until the motor stops b If the wheels spin in a reverse direction when the trigger is in the neutral position turn up the trim until the motor stops c There will be a dead band area where the tri...

Page 6: ... or full brake reverse NOTE It is best to perform this procedure with all batteries fully charged 1 With throttle trigger in neutral position press the Bind Set button for 3 seconds until LED flashes 2 Without touching the throttle trigger leave in neutral position press the Bind Set button once quickly 3 With throttle trigger in full throttle posiiton press the Bind Set button once quickly 4 With...

Page 7: ...itter Always check for proper radio system operation steering and throttle prior to letting go of the vehicle If the vehicle does not respond properly to transmitter input turn the vehicle OFF and inspect all connec tions and operating environment Also see the Troubleshooting guide in this manual Operate in a dry no puddles open environment away from traffic and cars never run into the street for ...

Page 8: ...end of the antenna over the tube this will reduce the range and damage the antenna 2 Gears Periodically remove the gear cover to inspect the gears and ensure there is no debris in the gear compartment a Proper gear mesh setting is crucial for proper operation and life of gears in your product It is important to have the pinion gear attached to motor as close to the spur gear attached to drive shaf...

Page 9: ...ions above 4 Tires and wheels a Inspect the tires to ensure they are properly glued to the wheels The tires on your vehicle come pre glued from the factory however after running your vehicle it is possible for the glue to come loose in some areas i To reattach the tire to the wheel use hobby grade Cyanoacrylate CA glue and apply small amounts one drop at a time between the tire and wheel Allow the...

Page 10: ...receiver antenna for damage Ensure antenna is properly installed in tube and mount extending perpendicular from the ground Transmitter battery voltage too low Replace batteries Spur gears stripping Gear mesh too loose Tighten gear mesh for proper backlash Fasteners loose or missing Check for loose fasteners on spur gear cover and motor mount Steering not responding as expected Trim not set properl...

Page 11: ...VE PINS WHEEL HEXES BODY CLIPS ANTENNA TUBES ANIMUS HLNA0018 AXLE BEARING SET ANIMUS HLNA0019 GEARBOX BEARING SET ANIMUS HLNA0020 SPUR GEARS 45T ANIMUS HLNA0021 PINION GEARS 11T 12T 13T 14T HLNA0022 COMPLETE DIFFERENTIAL PINION GEAR ANIMUS HLNA0024 WHEELS TIRES LEFT RIGHT ANIMUS SC HLNA0026 HARDWARE SCREWS ANIMUS HLNA0027 ESC RECEIVER SERVO ERS MODULE ANIMUS HLNA0028 BATTERY 7 2v 1 100mAh NiMH HLN...

Page 12: ... 18TR HLNA0043 HLNA0002 HLNA0015 HLNA0007 HLNA0017 HLNA0015 HLNA0012 HLNA0005 HLNA0044 HLNA0006 HLNA0009 HLNA0011 HLNA0009 HLNA0008 HLNA0011 HLNA0029 HLNA0027 HLNA0008 HLNA0043 HLNA0003 HLNA00 HLNA0050 HLNA0044 ...

Page 13: ...EXPLODED VIEW HLNA0028 HLNA0015 HLNA0019 HLNA0003 HLNA0021 HLNA0010 HLNA0006 HLNA0012 HLNA0044 HLNA0009 HLNA0015 HLNA0005 HLNA0007 HLNA0017 HLNA0022 HLNA0015 HLNA0019 HLNA0016 HLNA0011 HLNA0019 HLNA0020 HLNA0004 HLNA0019 HLNA0044 HLNA0018 ...

Page 14: ...SHOCKS EXPLODED VIEW DIFFERENTIAL EXPLODED VIEW 14 HLNA0014 HLNA0013 HLNA0012 HLNA0016 HLNA0019 HLNA0019 HLNA0022 HLNA0016 HLNA0026 HLNA0022 ...

Page 15: ...fire electric shock etc Contact with water must be avoided The remote control must not technically be changed or rebuilt The safety precautions are essential to follow You as a user are solely responsible for the safe operation of your remote control and your model Disclaimer As compliance with the instructions the operations and conditions when using the device at no time can be monitored by the ...

Page 16: ...8th SCALE 4x4 ELECTRIC TRUGGY HLNA0045 REV A 0678 2011 Helion RC Technical specifications features and design are subject to change Distribution Robitronic Electronic GmbH 43 1 982 09 20 www robitronic com ...

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