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SPARTAN • 7

SPARTAN OVERVIEW

Motor

Electronic Speed Control

Receiver Box

Steering 

Servo

Turn Fin

Turn Fin

Trim Tab

Trim Tab

Stuffing Tube Seal

Drive Strut

Drive Dog

Rudder Support

Rudder Support

Steering Linkage

Propeller

Propeller

Propeller Nut

Propeller Nut

Hatch Mount

Flex Cable Housing

Battery Strap

Battery Strap Channel

Collet

Water Cooling Jacket

Hull

Rudder Arm

Rudder 

Water-Cooling Tube

Traxxas High-Current 

Connector

LED Light Pipe

Summary of Contents for SPARTAN 57076-4

Page 1: ...MODEL 57076 4 owner s manual...

Page 2: ...ion not just with your model but also with the company that stands behind it We truly want you to enjoy your new model Thank you again for going with Traxxas Traxxas Support Traxxas support is with yo...

Page 3: ...Technical assistance is also available at Traxxas com You may also e mail customer support with your question at support Traxxas com Join thousands of registered members in our online community at Tr...

Page 4: ...use good common sense when you are around the water to avoid mishaps such as slipping on a muddy bank Always observe water safety rules and regulations Speed Control Your model s electronic speed cont...

Page 5: ...oration icon indicating they are recyclable To find a recycling center near you ask your local hobby dealer or visit www call2recycle org LiPo Batteries Lithium Polymer LiPo batteries are becoming pop...

Page 6: ...Traxxas Ultra Premium Tire Glue Part 6468 CA glue Hobby knife Side cutters and or needle nose pliers Philips screwdriver Soldering iron 4 AA alkaline batteries Supplied Tools and Equipment Required E...

Page 7: ...b Stuffing Tube Seal Drive Strut Drive Dog Rudder Support Rudder Support Steering Linkage Propeller Propeller Propeller Nut Propeller Nut Hatch Mount Flex Cable Housing Battery Strap Battery Strap Cha...

Page 8: ...s properly at a distance and that there is no interference 3 Install batteries in the transmitter See page 12 8 Drive your Spartan See page 19 The transmitter requires 4 AA alkaline batteries sold sep...

Page 9: ...flow through the electronics usually measured in amps If you think of a wire as a garden hose current is a measure of how much water is flowing through the hose ESC Electronic Speed Control An electro...

Page 10: ...on knob must be programmed to serve as a throttle trim adjustment Thermal Shutdown Protection Temperature sensing electronics used in the VXL 6s Marine electronic speed control detect overloading and...

Page 11: ...tronic speed control WIRING DIAGRAM Antenna Receiver Brushless Motor see side bar for proper motor wiring Channel 2 Electronic Speed Control Channel 1 Steering Servo to Motor LED Watercooling Output W...

Page 12: ...R FOR YOUR MODEL Make certain you choose the correct type of charger for the batteries you select You MUST use a LiPo charger for LiPo batteries or battery damage with the potential for fire will resu...

Page 13: ...e batteries in the forward position Battery Packs Centered Smooth water and calm winds may allow you to move the battery packs rearward in the hull to allow the bow to ride higher and increase Spartan...

Page 14: ...of the throttle trigger Change the adjustment by pressing the button and sliding it to the desired position There are two settings available 50 50 Allows equal travel for both acceleration and reverse...

Page 15: ...s on the transmitter once again to be sure that the model responds correctly 5 Do not attempt to operate the model if there is any problem with the radio system or any external interference with your...

Page 16: ...so on In rougher water increase TSM to maximize acceleration and control Drive with TSM on and off to test how it is making your control of the boat easier and more precise For more information visit...

Page 17: ...so hear a falling musical tone Setup Programming Calibrating your ESC and transmitter Read through all of the following programming steps before you begin If you get lost during programming or receive...

Page 18: ...on automatically 4 Continue to hold the transmitter trigger at full throttle After about two seconds the red LED will blink and the ESC will beep once C 5 Continue to hold the transmitter trigger at...

Page 19: ...advancing the throttle slowly to get your model on plane If you are having trouble with cavitation check the propeller for nicks or tangled debris Your model s propeller is specially designed for its...

Page 20: ...ll setting will cause a significant change in the hull s attitude Settings of 2 3mm deflection should be considered the maximum A B C Optional Accessory Machined Aluminum Trim Adjusters For the most p...

Page 21: ...the two 2 5x8mm cap screws 2 Remove the cover by removing the two 3x10mm cap screws 3 To remove the receiver from the box simply lift it out and set to the side The antenna wire is still inside the c...

Page 22: ...rive cable by pulling the propeller away from the drive strut Thoroughly dry the drive cable and lubricate it with the marine grease included with your model While the drive cable is removed from the...

Page 23: ...peller away from the drive strut The cable will come out with the propeller There is no need to remove the prop from the cable 3 Remove the steering linkage Use the supplied 2 5mm wrench to unthread t...

Page 24: ...no binding or excess friction 3 Use the best batteries and charger you can afford Low cost low capacity battery packs will limit the performance of your model Likewise a low cost charger may not allow...

Page 25: ...g the knob counter clockwise reduces steering throw note turning the dial counter clockwise to its stop will eliminate all servo travel Be aware that the steering End Point settings define the servo s...

Page 26: ...ount of brake travel applied by the throttle brake servo in a nitro powered model Electric models do not have a servo operated brake but the Braking Percentage function still operates the same way in...

Page 27: ...to select any 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...

Page 28: ...s 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 options...

Page 29: ...een 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 se...

Page 30: ...averages Use the recording function to document your dashboard view with sound so that you can keep your eyes on your driving and not miss a single apex Manage up to 30 Models with Traxxas Link The T...

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