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LOSI 8IGHT-E RTR • INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.
WARNING:
Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with
the features of the product before operating. Failure to operate the product correctly
can result in damage to the product, personal property and cause serious injury.
This is a sophisticated hobby product. It must be operated with caution and common
sense and requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this Product in a
safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other
property. This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervi-
sion. Do not use with incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside
of the instructions provided by Horizon Hobby, LLC. This manual contains instructions for
safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions
and warnings in the manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate correctly
and avoid damage or serious injury.
WARNING AGAINST COUNTERFEIT PRODUCTS
Always purchase from a Horizon Hobby authorized dealer to ensure authentic
high-quality Spektrum product. Horizon Hobby, LLC disclaims all support and warranty
with regards, but not limited to, compatibility and performance of counterfeit products
or products claiming compatibility with DSM or Spektrum technology.
NOTICE
All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, LLC.
For up-to-date product literature, visit horizonhobby.com and click on the support tab for this product.
MEANING OF SPECIAL LANGUAGE
The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product:
NOTICE:
Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND a little or no possibility of injury.
CAUTION:
Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of serious injury.
WARNING:
Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage, and serious injury OR create a high probability of superficial injury.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
• Always keep a safe distance in all directions around your model to avoid
collisions or injury. This model is controlled by a radio signal subject to
interference from many sources outside your control. Interference can
cause momentary loss of control.
• Always operate your model in open spaces away from full-size vehicles,
traffic and people.
• Always carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional
support equipment (chargers, rechargeable battery packs, etc.).
• Always keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out
of the reach of children.
• Always avoid water exposure to all equipment not specifically designed
and protected for this purpose. Moisture causes damage to electronics.
• Never place any portion of the model in your mouth as it could cause serious
injury or even death.
• Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.
LOSI 8IGHT-E RTR • INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Register Your Losi Product Online ...........................................................................2
Components
Tools Needed
Tools Included
Needed to Complete
Contents ......................................................................................................................3
Water-Resistant Vehicle with Waterproof Electronics ......................................................3
Quick Start ...................................................................................................................3
Specktrum DX2E Radio System .....................................................................................4
Installing the Transmitter Batteries
Binding and Calibrating the Receiver ............................................................................4
Batteries and Charging .................................................................................................4
Control Test ..................................................................................................................5
Before Running Your Vehicle .........................................................................................5
Driving Precautions ......................................................................................................5
Run Time ......................................................................................................................5
Powering ON the Vehicle ..............................................................................................5
Operation .....................................................................................................................5
Dynamite Fuze 130A Sensorless Brushless ESC .............................................................6
Tuning, Adjusting & Maintaining Your Vehicle ................................................................8
Changing the Travel Adjust Settings ..............................................................................8
Service/Repair ..............................................................................................................8
Troubleshooting Guide .................................................................................................8
Limited Warranty ..........................................................................................................9
FCC Information .........................................................................................................10
IC Information ............................................................................................................10
EU Compliance Statement ..........................................................................................10
Parts Listings ........................................................................................................35–39
Exploded View .....................................................................................................40–43
REGISTER YOUR LOSI PRODUCT ONLINE
Register your vehicle now and be the first to find out about the latest option parts, product
updates and more. Click on the Support tab at WWW.LOSI.COM and follow the product
registration link to stay connected.
COMPONENTS
• Losi
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8IGHT-E™ RTR: 1/8-Scale 4WD Buggy
• Spektrum™ DX2E 2.4GHz Transmitter
• SPMSR310 3-Channel DSMR
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Surface Receiver
• Fuze™ 130A Brushless Waterproof ESC
• Fuze 1/8 Scale Brushless Sensorless Motor
• 9KG Servo, Waterproof, 23T
• 4 AA batteries (for transmitter)
TOOLS NEEDED
• Small flat blade and Phillips screwdrivers
• Needle-nose pliers
• Quality .050-inch, 1/16-inch, 5/64-inch, 3/32-inch, 1.5mm and 2.5mm hex (Allen) drivers
TOOLS INCLUDED
• Wheel Wrench
• Four (4) Hex “L” Wrench Set: .050-inch, 1/16-inch, 5/64-inch, and 3/32-inch
• Shock Bottom wrench
• Turnbuckle/Shock Top wrench
NEEDED TO COMPLETE
• Battery: Dynamite
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Reaction
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15.2V 5000mAh 4S 50C Li-Po: EC5™ connector
(DYNB3854EC)
• Charger: Dynamite Passport™ UltraForce 200W AC/DC (DYNC3005)
Use only Losi
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tools or other high-quality tools. Use of inexpensive tools can cause
damage to the small screws and parts used on this type of model.
