MegaTech MTC 7805, Owner'S Manual

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Introduction
Congratulations on purchasing your Tempest Gladiator,
the Big Block Nitro Monster Truck from Megatech.
Megatech has put precision engineering, cutting-edge
design features, and years of racing experience into your
Tempest Gladiator to give you the best truck that ever hit
the dirt. An enormous amount of research and testing has
gone into this product, so please follow all the instruc-
tions, warnings, and operating procedures in this manual,
and your truck will give you years of high performance
contest-winning fun. Regardless of whether you are a
novice, intermediate, or experienced R/C 4-Wheeler,
please read through the entire owner’s manual before you
attempt any setup or operation of your Tempest Gladiator
truck. Failure to follow the instructions and warnings will
cause significant damage to your truck, which will void
the warranty and release Megatech from any and all re-
sponsibility to repair or replace the product. Should you
have any questions about the safe and enjoyable use of
this product, call Megatech at 201-662-2800 during busi-
ness hours.
Hazards
The Tempest Gladiator is a contest quality,
advanced
hobbyist class remote controlled vehicle. It is not a “toy-
class” vehicle. This is a high-performance vehicle with
the capability to exceed 45 MPH and cause serious injury
and damage. The Tempest Gladiator is designed for op-
eration by or under the supervision of a responsible adult.
Do not ever operate this vehicle -
in a manner that causes or risks injury to people or
animals, or
in a manner that causes or risks damage to private
or public property, or
in a manner could cause a motor vehicle accident.
Do not operate this vehicle on public or private
roads or highways, or in large crowds of people.
Do not operate this vehicle during times or in locations
where the engine’s noise is objectionable to others.
If you are sensitive to engine noise, wear hearing protec-
tion.
Megatech shall not be liable for any loss or damages
due to operator negligence, misconduct, intentional or
accidental misuse of this product or any related products
and accessories.
Warnings
Engine –
The Tempest Gladiator is equipped with the Megatech M-16 high-output engine, producing over one horsepower ,
featuring a race-tuned aluminum exhaust system. The engine and exhaust both become very hot during and after operation,
and can cause serious burns and other injuries. Do not ever touch the engine or exhaust system while they are operating or
while they are hot after operation. The engine produces poisonous Carbon Monoxide gas when running. Do not run the en-
gine indoors or in any closed space, or anywhere without good ventilation.
Fuel –
The Tempest Gladiator uses Nitro model car/truck fuel. Always follow the precautions and safety warnings on the fuel
container. Always keep this fuel out of reach from animals, children and away from any source of flame or electric current.
Do not smoke, cook, or allow open flame within 25 feet of model engine fuel.
Model engine fuel is almost invisible when it burns.
Always keep a fire extinguisher nearby when using model engine fuel. This fuel is dangerous, poisonous, and highly flamma-
ble. Use a fuel dispenser with a long fueling probe to fill the fuel tank. Do not pour fuel into the tank directly from a gallon
can and/or use loose funnels or any method which can spill raw fuel.
Radio – Always use new heavy duty Alkaline batteries in the Tempest Gladiator’s radio transmitter and receiver battery
holder. Weak or low quality batteries can cause a loss of control, resulting in injury to others and damage to your truck. The
Tempest Gladiator can be affected by radio interference from other radio controlled vehicles or from other sources. Radio
interference can cause momentary loss of control, and you must always operate the vehicle so that unexpected momentary
loss of control will not cause a crash or injury.
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