14 • TRX-4M
TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM
Use the Right Batteries
Your transmitter uses AA
batteries. Use new alkaline
batteries or rechargeable
batteries, such as NiMH (nickel-
metal hydride) batteries, in
your transmitter. Make sure
rechargeable batteries are
fully charged according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
If you use rechargeable
batteries in your transmitter,
be aware that when they begin
to lose their charge, they lose
power more quickly than
regular alkaline batteries.
Caution: Discontinue running
your model at the first sign of
weak batteries (flashing red
light) to avoid losing control.
If the status LED doesn’t light
green on the transmitter, check
the polarity of the batteries.
Check rechargeable batteries
for a full charge. If you see any
other flashing signal from the
LED, refer to the chart on page
17 to identify the code.
3. Reinstall the battery compartment door and
snap it closed.
4. Turn on the transmitter and check the status
LED for a solid green light.
If the status LED flashes red, the transmitter batteries may be weak,
discharged, or possibly installed incorrectly. Replace with new or
freshly charged batteries. The status LED does not indicate the
charge level of the battery pack installed in the model. Refer to the
Troubleshooting section on page 16 for more information on the
transmitter status LED codes.
REMOVING THE BODY
Your TRX-4M includes an innovative latching system (patent
pending) for securing the body to the chassis (body clips are not
required).
1.
Reach beneath the front and rear bumpers and pull the latches
outward to release them.
2. Push up on the latches to release the body.
3. Lift the body straight up from the chassis.
To reinstall the body:
1. Position the body on the chassis. Align the front and rear of the
body with the front and rear bumpers.
2. Press down on the body above the latches until the latches snap
into place.
INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK
Your model includes a 750mAh 7.4V 2-cell iD
®
LiPo battery.
Follow
these steps to install the battery:
1. Unhook the battery strap from the tab on the battery tray.
2. Insert a fully charged battery into the battery tray with the
battery wires positioned as shown.
3. Secure the battery in the tray by pulling the strap and stretching
the end back over the tab.
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