Maverick ION, Instruction Manual

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Specifications
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Safety precautions
This product is an authentic radio controlled vehicle (RC vehicle) and it is not a toy. Read and understand this instruction manual thoroughly
before running the model. If you are not familiar with RC vehicles, we recommend that you ask someone familiar with RC vehicles for advice.
Never connect the rechargeable drive battery in the reverse polarity or disassemble the battery. If the drive battery is used in the wrong way, high
current can be generated and it is very dangerous.
Never run RC models near people or animals, or on public streets or highways. This could cause serious accidents, personal injuries, and/or
property damage.
Recommended Tools
These tools are not included with the product but are recommended for use whilst working with this vehicle
Scissors, Mini Screwdrivers, Hexagonal Screwdrivers 1.5mm, 2.0mm, 2.5mm, 3.0mm, 4-Way Cross Wrench (Small), 4-Way Cross Wrench
(Large), Side Cutters, Needle Nose Pliers
Items required for operation
4 * AA Batteries for the Transmitter
Length 255mm 258mm 249mm 255mm
Width 185mm 182mm 174mm 182mm
Height 105mm 100mm 95mm 97mm
Wheel base
165mm 165mm 165mm 165mm
Drive System 4wd Shaft Drive 4wd Shaft Drive 4wd Shaft Drive 4wd Shaft Drive
Gear Ratio
8.75:1 8.75:1 8.75:1 8.75:1
Ground
Clearance
22mm 22mm 22mm 22mm
Diameter of
wheel
47mm 47mm 47mm 47mm
Width of wheel 27mm 27mm 27mm 27mm
Motor
MM-28 370 size MM-28 370 size MM-28 370 size MM-28 370 size
Servo Maverick MS-28 Maverick MS-28 Maverick MS-28 Maverick MS-28
2 in 1 ESC/RX
MSRS-28 2 in 1
Fwd/Rev ESC/RX
MSRS-28 2 in 1
Fwd/Rev ESC/RX
MSRS-28 2 in 1
Fwd/Rev ESC/RX
MSRS-28 2 in 1
Fwd/Rev ESC/RX
Battery
MBP-28 800mAh
Ni-MH
MBP-28 800mAh
Ni-MH
MBP-28 800mAh
Ni-MH
MBP-28 800mAh
Ni-MH
Charging the battery pack
Always use the included charger for the included battery pack. Charging time for an empty battery pack is about 3 hours. Do not charge the
battery pack longer than 3 hours to avoid overheating and battery damage.
Cautions
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This charger can be used only for the battery pack included in this kit.
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Do not charge the battery pack for longer than 3 hours. Overcharging generates excessive heat and will damage the battery pack.
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Use the charger with adult supervision. Do not use the charger near water or when wet.
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Do not use the charger if the wire is frayed or worn. If the wire is frayed or worn a short circuit can cause a fire or burns.
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If you are not sure about the level of the battery pack before charging use it in the vehicle until the vehicle slows, leave to cool and then
recharge.
1. Select your regions electrical mains plug and attach it to the charger. Always use the correct mains plug version for your country.
2. Connect the charging socket to the supplied battery packs power plug. The connectors are sided and have a clip to secure it in place. Do
not force together and always check you have the connection the right way round.
3. The charger will automatically start to charge your battery pack. Do not leave connected for more than 3 hours on a flat battery pack and
always observe the cautions above.
DISCONNECT THE BATTERY
PACK AFTER USE!