• Avoid blocking the drive. The arising currents could permanently damage the motor and/or
speed controller.
• Ensure a smooth-running, regularly serviced driveline.
• Check the vehicle and the speed controller/motor for signs of damage. If you notice any
damage, discontinue operation of the vehicle and/or the speed controller/motor.
• Before recharging the battery, it must be disconnected from the speed controller.
• Handle the product with care. Impacts or falls (even from a low height) may damage the
product.
• Do not leave packaging material unattended, as it may become a dangerous toy for children.
• Consult a technician if you are not sure how to use or connect the product, or if you have
concerns about safety.
• Maintenance, modifications and repairs must be carried out by a technician or a specialist
repair centre.
• If you have questions which remain unanswered by these operating instructions, contact our
technical support service or other technical personnel.
Assembly
• If the product is to be used as a replacement for an existing control unit/motor, then first remove the old
components from your model.
• Install a pinion gear on the drive shaft of the brushless motor that is suitable for the pinion gear drive and
shaft diameter. The pinion gear is generally affixed with a grub screw.
Attention!
Ensure that the grub screw sits exactly on the flattened side of the
drive shaft and is screwed tight in that position (see the schematic
diagram on the right, without the gear wheel) otherwise the pinion
gear will quickly loosen.
The exact position of the pinion gear on the drive shaft must be determined after the motor is
mounted. Thus, only tighten the pinion gear lightly initially.
• Mount the motor in your vehicle and screw it into place. Use only suitable screws that do not protrude too
far into the motor. After installation, always ensure that the rotor in the motor can be turned easily and that
no grinding sound can be heard. If this rule is not observed, the motor may be damaged, in which case
the warranty/guarantee will be void.
The distance between the pinion gear and the pinion gear drive will be set later, it is not important
at this stage.
• Now check that the pinion gear comes into exact contact with the pinion gear drive and
is not skewed to the side.
Attention!
The exact position of the pinion gear to the pinion gear drive is very important,
it must not be skewed to the side as this will damage the pinion gear drive (the
transfer of power will only occur over a small area).
• Adjust the installation position of the pinion gear on the drive shaft, removing the motor,
if necessary.
Only when the pinion gear sits exactly parallel to the pinion gear drive should the grub screw
in the pinion gear be tightened firmly. The fastening screw of the motor pinion gear must be
secured against loosening with a drop of thread locker.
• After correct installation of the pinion gear on the drive shaft of the motor, the correct distance between the
pinion gear and the pinion gear drive must be set.
Generally, when dealing with motor mounts, one mount hole will be round and the other will be oblong.
The motor is thus attached with the screw in the round hole and can be adjusted with the oblong hole.
• Loosen both screws a little, so that the motor can be turned with a small amount of force.
The distance between the pinion gear and the pinion gear drive must not be too small or too
large, as this may damage the pinion gear drive.
The distance is set correctly if the edges of the gear wheel interlock well and the drive can be
turned without great effort. After the first trips with the vehicle, check the mounting of the motor
and the position of the motor pinion gear to the main gear wheel.
Incorrect settings are indicated by increased wear of the motor pinion gear/main gear wheel.
• Screw the motor down when it is in the correct position.
• Now mount the speed controller in the vehicle chassis. Choose a location which is as far as possible from
the receiver. The speed controller should also not be directly next to the motor. Ensure that the in-built red
and green LEDs below the three motor connection cables are still visible when installed.
• Connect the cables of the speed controller to the motor cables, note any existing colour coding as this will
ensure that the forwards/reverse movement of the motor in conjunction with the speed controller is correct.
If the direction of rotation of the motor is later incorrect (depending on the vehicle's transmis-
sion), simply swap two of the three connections. The motor then rotates in the other direction.
• Velcro or a double-sided adhesive tape may be used to attach the speed controller.
• Check the fan fastening screws for firm seating (check this regularly after operating the vehicle).
Important!
The speed controller included in the kit is designed for operation with a 3 - 4-cell LiPo recharge-
able battery (rated voltage 11.1 - 14.8 V) or an 8 - 12-cell NiMH rechargeable battery (rated
voltage 9.6 - 14.4 V).
Connecting a battery with more cells to the speed controller will damage the speed controller
and/or motor. This will void the warranty/guarantee.
If connecting a motor to the speed controller that is suitable for more cells, always observe the
threshold values of the speed controller, see chapter "Technical Data”.
• The on/off button with programming button must be attached so that it can be easily operated. This also
requires attachment with velcro or double-sided tape or similar.
• Position all cables so that they cannot become entangled in rotating or moving parts of the vehicle. Use
cable ties to affix them, for example.
Operating instructions
Model car brushless drive set 1:8, 2200 kV
Item no. 1600322
Intended use
The product consists of an electronic speed controller and a brushless motor. The motor and speed controller
are water-protected and are used for installation in touring cars, buggies, trucks and monster trucks. The
speed controller is designed for the connection of two rechargeable batteries (connection of a single battery
is only possible with a jumper plug, not included).
The speed controller is programmed with the programming button and two LEDs.
For safety and approval purposes, you must not rebuild and/or modify this product. Using the product for
purposes other than those described above may damage the product. In addition, improper use can cause
hazards such as a short circuit or fire. Read the instructions carefully and store them in a safe place. Only
make this product available to third parties together with its operating instructions.
This product complies with statutory national and European regulations. All company and product names are
trademarks of their respective owners. All rights reserved.
Package contents
• Speed controller
• Motor
• Operating instructions
Up-to-date operating instructions
To download the latest operating instructions, visit www.conrad.com/downloads or scan the QR code on this
page. Follow the instructions on the website.
Explanation of symbols
The symbol with an exclamation mark in a triangle is used to highlight important information in
these operating instructions. Always read this information carefully.
The arrow symbol indicates special information and advice on how to use the product.
Safety information
Read the operating instructions and safety information carefully. If you do not follow the
safety information and information on proper handling in these operating instruction,
we will assume no liability for any resulting personal injury or damage to property. Such
cases will invalidate the warranty/guarantee.
• The unauthorised conversion and/or modification of the product is prohibited for safety and
approval reasons. Never disassemble the product; there are no components inside the
housing that you need to set or service. Doing so will invalidate the warranty/guarantee.
• This product is not a toy and must be kept out of the reach of children.
• The speed controller and motor are water-protected. Large quantities of water as the result
of longer "underwater journeys", however, may permanently damage the fan. For this reason,
the fan must be dismantled before "wet trips". Once these trips are complete, the speed
controller must be cleaned thoroughly and the fan reassembled.
• Always disconnect the battery from the speed controller if the speed controller is not needed.
If the speed controller is not used for short periods, it can be deactivated with the on/off switch.
• Always switch the transmitter on first before connecting the speed controller to the battery
and switching it on.
Before switching the transmitter off, switch the speed controller off and, if necessary,
disconnect it from the battery.
• The speed controller can be used in conjunction with the motor supplied for NiMH/NiCd
rechargeable batteries as well as LiPo rechargeable batteries. The permitted number of cells,
etc. can be found in the table in chapter "Technical data".
• Operate the speed controller only with a rechargeable battery pack and never with a power
adaptor.
• Depending on the intended use (on- or off-road) and road surface (tarmac, sand, grass)
used, there may be different current values in operation. Please note the technical data in
these operating instructions. If the threshold values are not observed, the motor and/or speed
controller may be permanently damaged. This will void the warranty/guarantee.
• The motor, speed controller and battery can become very hot during operation. Risk of burns!
• When handling vehicles, ensure that no objects or body parts are in the rotating parts. Risk
of injury!
• Only connect one single brushless motor to the speed controller.
• The brushless speed controller is not suitable for the operation of conventional electric motors
with two connections.
• Maintain the largest possible distance between the receiver and speed controller/motor to
avoid interference.
• Do not install the antenna cable of the receiver parallel to live cables.
• Do not bundle the antenna cable of your receiver system, instead use an antenna tube, for
example, which protrudes vertically from the vehicle.
• Always switch the transmitter on first and move its operating lever for motor control into the
neutral position (motor off). Only then can you connect the speed controller to a battery pack
and switch it on. When switching off, proceed in reverse order; first switch the speed controller
off and disconnect it from the battery, then switch the transmitter off.
• During operation of the model, sufficient cooling must be provided for the speed controller and
the motor. Never cover the heatsink or the fan on the speed controller.
• Always check the functionality of the fan before operation, do not block the fan; remove dust
or dirt from the fan that has accumulated during operation of the vehicle.
