Serpent COBRA SRX8e RTR, Instruction Manual, Page: 2 / 20

INTRODUCTION
Thank you very much for buying this Serpent rc car. You are now member of a large following
of Serpent fans worldwide. This Serpent car will bring you many hours and weekends of racing
excitement.
Serpent started as rc racing company in 1980, and has developed many modelcars since. This
wealth of experience and know how is used in our todays cars and that shows!
design, using all the knowledge our designers have gathered from racing cars for many years,
into this design too. Continuously pushing the performance envelope.
The Serpent Cobra SRX8e RTR is a very good entry in the world of rc racing. Affordable and a
very good basis to start your racing carreer. The Serpent Cobra SRX8e RTR, is based on the
high-end competition version of the Cobra SRX8e and shares geometry and many parts. Still
its easy to use, maintain and set up. The SRX8e RTR Cobra is fully upgradable to high end
competition spec. The details can be found in our website.
Designed, tested and raced by Billy Easton, USA. World Champion.
This manual contains a number of steps you need to follow to operate the Serpent cars in the
right way. It also contains a quick-start section, a partslist and exploded views, and a set-up
section. A full assembly manual can be found online in the Serpent.com website.
So read this manual with great attention before racing this car. For your own safety as well as for
others, and to ensure you can enjoy your Serpent car a long time.
Serpent is not only about the car itself. Serpent as company, and the worldwide network or
distributors and dealers are here to help you out.
The Serpent website, social media and forum are available for assistance and additional
information as well.
Enjoy your Serpent, the racing experience!
CONTENTS
• READ THIS FIRST 2
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SAFETY MATTERS 3
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QUICKSTART 3
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EQUIPMENT 4
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MODEL SPECS / OVERVIEW 5
• BASIC TUNNING 6
• MAINTENANCE 7
• SPEED CONTROL SPECS AND MANUAL 8
• EXPLODED VIEWS 10
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TEAM SERPENT NETWORK 18
READ THIS FIRST
● 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 80 km/h or 50mph.
● 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 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 speedo during and immediately after use, as these parts may be very hot.
We advise to use protective handgloves.
● 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. 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.
● 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