Traxxas Slash VXL 58076-3 Owner'S Manual Download Page 5

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

LiPo Batteries

Lithium Polymer (LiPo) batteries are becoming popular for use 
in R/C models due to their compact size, high energy density, 
and high-current output. However, these types of batteries 
require special care and handling procedures for long life and 
safe operation. 

WARNING: LiPo batteries are intended only for 

advanced users that are educated on the risks associated with 
LiPo battery use. Traxxas does not recommend that anyone 
under the age of 14 use or handle LiPo battery packs without the 
supervision of a knowledgeable and responsible adult. 

Your model is able to use LiPo batteries with nominal voltage not 
to exceed 11.1 volts (3S packs). LiPo batteries have a minimum 
safe discharge voltage threshold that should not be exceeded. The 
Velineon VXL-3s electronic speed control is equipped with built-in 
Low-Voltage Detection that alerts the driver when LiPo batteries 
have reached their minimum voltage (discharge) threshold.

 

It is the 

driver’s responsibility to stop immediately to prevent the battery 
pack from being discharged below its safe minimum threshold.

Low-Voltage Detection on the speed control is just one part of a 
comprehensive plan for safe LiPo battery use.

 

It is critical for you, 

the user, to follow all other instructions supplied by the battery 
manufacturer and the charger manufacturer for proper charging, 
use, and storage of LiPo batteries. Do not attempt to charge LiPo 
batteries with the Traxxas charger included in this package. Make 
sure you understand how to use your LiPo batteries. 

Be aware 

that Traxxas shall not be liable for any special, indirect, incidental, 
or consequential damages arising out of the installation and/or use 
of LiPo batteries in Traxxas models. 

If you have questions about 

LiPo battery usage, please consult with your local hobby dealer 
or contact the battery manufacturer. 

As a reminder, all batteries 

should be recycled at the end of their useful life. 

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CHARGE LIPO BATTERIES OR ANY OTHER 
TYPE OF BATTERY WITH THE INCLUDED TRAXXAS CHARGER.

Speed Control

• Disconnect the Batteries

: Always disconnect the battery pack 

from the speed control when not in use. 

• Transmitter on First:

 Switch on your transmitter first before 

switching on the speed control to prevent runaways and erratic 
performance.

• Don’t Get Burned

: The heat sink can get extremely hot, so be 

careful not to touch it until it is cool. Supply adequate airflow for 
cooling.

• Use Stock Connectors

: If you decide to change the battery or 

motor connectors, only change one battery or motor connector at 
a time. This will prevent damage from accidentally mis-wiring the 
speed control. Please note that modified speed controls can be 
subject to a rewiring fee when returned for service. Removing the 
battery connector on the speed control or using the same-gender 
connectors on the speed control will void the product’s warranty.

• Insulate the Wires

: Always insulate exposed or damaged wiring 

with heat shrink tubing to prevent short circuits

Summary of Contents for Slash VXL 58076-3

Page 1: ...owner s manual MODEL 58076 3...

Page 2: ...l find it helpful and fast Be sure and read through the rest of the manual to learn about important safety maintenance and adjustment procedures Turn to page 8 to begin 3 BEFORE YOU PROCEED 4 SAFETY P...

Page 3: ...Helpful Hints Cross References Throughout this manual you ll notice warnings and helpful hints identified by the icons below Be sure to read them An important warning about personal safety or avoidin...

Page 4: ...ries It is your responsibility to charge and care for the battery packs properly In addition to your battery and charger instructions here are some more tips to keep in mind Do not charge batteries in...

Page 5: ...tteries Do not attempt to charge LiPo batteries with the Traxxas charger included in this package Make sure you understand how to use your LiPo batteries Be aware that Traxxas shall not be liable for...

Page 6: ...ttery Compartment Battery Nerf Bar Battery Hold Down Receiver Box LED Light Pipe Antenna Mount Suspension Arm Front Front Bumper Steering Servo Shock Oil Damper Turnbuckle Toe Link Turnbuckle Front Ca...

Page 7: ...Glue part 6468 CA glue Hobby knife Side cutters and or needle nose pliers Phillips screwdriver Soldering iron For more information on batteries see Use the Right Batteries on page 12 U joint wrench Pr...

Page 8: ...ence from outside sources 3 Install batteries in the transmitter See page 12 8 Detail your model See sidebar page 9 The transmitter requires 4 AA alkaline batteries sold separately Apply other decals...

Page 9: ...t energize the electromagnetic windings in sequence to provide rotation Opposite of a brushed motor the brushless motor has its windings coils on the perimeter of the motor can and the magnets are mou...

Page 10: ...lder tabs Transmitter The hand held radio unit that sends throttle and steering instructions to your model Trim The fine tuning adjustment of the neutral position of the servos made by adjusting the t...

Page 11: ...Knob Throttle Trigger Throttle Neutral Adjust Steering Wheel Power Switch Battery Compartment Set Button Menu Button Red Green Status LED see page 28 for more info Link Button LED Sensor Expansion Po...

Page 12: ...as indicated in the battery compartment 3 Reinstall the battery door and snap it closed 4 Turn on the transmitter and check the status indicator for a solid green light If the status LED flashes red...

Page 13: ...or use with typical stick type battery packs If you are using side by side racing packs simply flip the hold down over to the 23mm side and use it on the opposite side of the chassis Your model includ...

Page 14: ...in its factory location until you become familiar with all the adjustments and capabilities of your model To change the throttle neutral adjust position turn the transmitter off before adjusting the...

Page 15: ...nplug the battery from the model then turn off the hand held transmitter Range Testing the Radio System Before each running session with your model you should range test your radio system to ensure th...

Page 16: ...cally when driving or braking in reverse When driving on surfaces with some traction decrease the TSM setting to allow the vehicle to feel more loose for power sliding drifting and so on On surfaces w...

Page 17: ...ress SET to clear settings The LED will turn solid green and the transmitter is restored to default VXL 3s Setup Programming Calibrating your ESC and transmitter Read through all of the programming st...

Page 18: ...ady to drive SelectingTrainingMode Profile 3 50 Forward 100 Brakes 50 Reverse 1 Connect a fully charged battery pack to the VXL 3s and turn on your transmitter 2 With the VXL 3s off press and hold the...

Page 19: ...hat all hardware remains properly tightened About Run Time A large factor affecting run time is the type and condition of your batteries The milliamp hour mAh rating of the batteries determines how la...

Page 20: ...l restrict the tires and put much higher loads on the motor Motor Precautions Velineon motor life can be greatly reduced in mud and water If the motor gets excessively wet or submerged use very light...

Page 21: ...ing wire clamp feature gives you the ability to also install aftermarket radio systems and maintain the watertight features of the receiver box Removing the Receiver 1 To remove the cover remove the t...

Page 22: ...il to prolong seal life The model s ride height can be adjusted by adding or removing the clip on spring preload spacers Adjust the ride height so that the suspension arms are slightly above being par...

Page 23: ...gh speed gearing more teeth If you want more acceleration and less top speed use a smaller optional not included pinion gear The included high speed gearing is intended for high speed running on hard...

Page 24: ...1 on the receiver Connect the electronic speed control ESC to channel 2 The white wire on the servo lead is positioned towards the receiver s LED 3 Turn the transmitter power switch on Make certain th...

Page 25: ...will help you monitor temperatures and cool your components Temperature sensor To accurately monitor motor temperature and prevent overheating a telemetry temperature sensor part 6523 can be installed...

Page 26: ...e rod ends part 2742 Replace these components as needed to restore factory tolerances Motor Every 10 15 runs remove the motor and clean the bearings To access the rear bearing remove the plastic cap w...

Page 27: ...vo travel applied to steering Turning the Multi Function knob fully clockwise will deliver maximum steering throw turning the knob counterclockwise reduces steering throw note turning the dial counter...

Page 28: ...ade with the Multi Function knob are overlaid on top of each other For example if you assign the Multi Function to adjust Steering Percentage and set it for 50 then reassign the knob to control Steeri...

Page 29: ...model from a list of model memory entries The transmitter and receiver do it all for you automatically To activate Model Lock 1 Switch on the transmitter and receiver you wish to lock 2 Press and hol...

Page 30: ...w shows how to navigate through the TQi transmitter s various settings and functions Press and hold MENU to enter the Menu Tree and use the following commands to navigate through the menu and select o...

Page 31: ...green LED blinks Press SET red LED blinks x3 Press MENU twice red LED blinks x3 Turn steering wheel to desired max left and right travel x8 Press SET to save each position Turn steering wheel to test...

Page 32: ...ve Effects settings such as TSM assistance percentage steering and throttle sensitivity steering percentage braking strength and throttle trim by simply touching and dragging the sliders on the screen...

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