Serpent 977 Viper, Instruction Manual

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Length after assembly
Each step contains a variety of numbers, lines, and symbols. The numbers represent the
order in which the parts should be assembled. The lines and symbols are described below.
Assembly path of one item into another
Group of items (within lines) should be assembled
first
Direction the item should be moved
Glue one item to another
Press/Insert one item into another
Connect one item to another
Gap between two items
Step number; the order in which you should
assemble the indicated parts
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- This is a highly technical hobby product, intended to be used in a safe racing environment.
This car is capable of speeds in excess of 100 km/h or 60mph. Please follow these
guidelines when building and operating this model.
- Parental guidance is required when the builder/user of this car is under 16.
- Follow the building instructions. If in doubt, contact your dealer or importer.
- Be sure to use the proper tools when assembling the car. Always exercise caution when
using electric tools, knives and other sharp objects.
- Be careful when using liquids like lubrication oil, fuel or glue. Do not swallow.
- Follow the manufacturer’s instruction in case you experience irritation after using the
product.
- Be careful when operating the car. Stay away from any rotating parts such as wheels,
gears and transmission. Stay away from motor, engine and exhaust pipe system or speedo
during and immediately after use, as these parts may be very hot. We advise to use
protective hand cloves.
- Only operate this car in a safe environment, like a special racing track or a closed parking
lot. Avoid using this car on public roads, crowded places or near infants.
- Before operating this car, always check the mechanical status of the car. Also check that
the transmitter and receiver frequencies correspond and are not used by any other racer
at the same time. Check that the batteries of the transmitter and receiver- are fully
charged.
- After use, always check all the mechanics of the car. We advise to clean the car
immediately after use, and inspect the parts for wear or fractures. Replace when
necessary. Do not use water, methanol, thinner or other solvents to clean the car.
- Empty the fuel tank (depending on model) if needed and disconnect the receiver battery.
- Store the car in a dry and heated place to avoid corrosion of metal parts.
- Avoid using this car in wet conditions as the water will cause corrosion on the metal parts
and bearings and these parts will cease to function properly. If driven in the wet, ensure
that all the electric equipment is waterproofed and after use, that all moving parts are
dried immediately.
CA glue (CA),
One-way Lube (OW),
silicon oil. (Items not included.)
Apply graphite grease (GR),
threadlock (TL),