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SECTION 1:  OUR RECOMMENDATIONS

This section lists the recommended items necessary to run and maintain your new X-Cellerator Nitro Stadium Racer.  We have tested
these items extensively with the X-Cellerator Nitro Stadium Racer and found that they offer the best in reliability and value.

What Fuel Do I Use in My X-Cellerator Nitro Stadium Racer?

Fuel can make a big difference in the way your engine performs.  For the break-in period you should use a fuel specifically designed for
R/C car engines that contains no more than 20% nitromethane.  Once the engine has been adequately broken in (about 45 minutes of
run-time) you can switch to an R/C car fuel containing up to, but no more than, 30% nitromethane.

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  We do not recommend using fuels designed for R/C airplane engine use.  These fuels do not contain the proper

amount of lubricants; therefore, they will cause the engine to overheat and severe damage to the engine will result.

Use the following fuels for the best performance:

Trinity 16% Nitro Car Fuel - Part # 837826 (use this for break-in)

Trinity 20% Nitro Car Fuel - Part # 837828 (use this after break-in)

Trinity 30% Nitro Car Fuel - Part # 837832 (use this after break-in for more power)

How Do I Remove the Glow Plug?

A long reach glow plug wrench is necessary to easily and quickly
remove and replace glow plugs.  The Magnum Long 4-Way Wrench
works great.

Do I Need to Purchase Extra Glow Plugs?

Yes.  Even though your X-Cellerator Nitro Stadium Racer comes with a glow plug already installed in the engine, glow plugs wear out,
especially during the break-in period; therefore, it's a good idea to have a couple of spares handy.  The glow plug can make a big
difference in how your engine performs.  We recommend using a "hot" type glow plug intended specifically for performance engines, like
the 

Thunderbolt # 3  (P/N 115559)

 or the 

McCoy MC-59 (P/N 690215), 

for the break-in period.  After the break-in period you may want

to use a medium heat-range plug like the 

McCoy MC-8 (P/N 690205)

.  Do not use glow plugs intended for four cycle airplane engines.

Using the wrong type of glow plug will cause the engine to run erratically and make it difficult to tune properly.

What Do I Use to Ignite the Glow Plug?

A glow starter is a battery-operated device that, when attached to
the glow plug, heats the glow plug so that the engine can start.  The
glow starter is then removed after the engine is running.  The
Magnum Glow Starter with Meter is a perfect choice.  It comes
complete with a battery, charger and a built-in meter to let you know
if your glow plug is good.

Do I need to Use a Fuel Bottle?

Yes.  Because fuel is packaged in quarts or gallons, you will need to
use a smaller bottle with an extension tube or wand to fill the fuel
tank.  Fueling using this method is much easier and a lot less messy.
The Promax 500cc Fuel Bottle is a good choice.

Promax 500cc Fuel Bottle

Part # 360895

Magnum Long 4-Way Wrench

Part # 237425

Magnum Glow Starter

with Meter Part # 237438

Summary of Contents for X-Cellerator Nitro

Page 1: ... under 12 years of age unless closely supervised by an adult BASIC BASIC BASIC BASIC BASIC OPERA OPERA OPERA OPERA OPERATIONSGUIDE TIONSGUIDE TIONSGUIDE TIONSGUIDE TIONSGUIDE Features of Your New XTM Racing X Cellerator Nitro Stadium Racer Factory Installed XTM Racing 18 Engine Factory Installed Hitec Lynx Radio System Racing Legal Dimensions Thick Aluminum Countersunk Chassis Aluminum Chassis Gea...

Page 2: ... injury could result Never operate your model on busy streets or if there are cars around Do not use your model to chase pets or other animals The radio system included in your model is not waterproof therefore do not drive through water wet grass mud or snow Because your model is operated by radio control it is important to make sure you always are using fresh and or fully charged batteries Never...

Page 3: ...e Magnum Long 4 Way Wrench works great Do I Need to Purchase Extra Glow Plugs Yes Even though your X Cellerator Nitro Stadium Racer comes with a glow plug already installed in the engine glow plugs wear out especially during the break in period therefore it s a good idea to have a couple of spares handy The glow plug can make a big difference in how your engine performs We recommend using a hot ty...

Page 4: ...e batteries that power the transmitter Crystal This is the frequency crystal of the transmitter You can change crystals in both the transmitter and the receiver in the chassis so that you and your friends can drive at the same time No two radio systems nearby can be on the same frequency On Off Switch Turns the transmitter on and off Two L E D s show the power of the batteries Servo Reversing Swit...

Page 5: ...protected from dust dirt and oil by a silicone cover Pull Starter Used to start the engine in place of an electric starter Receiver Box This is where the receiver is mounted The receiver box protects the receiver from dust dirt and oil Shock Assembly The shocks are oil filled and use a spring that is well suited for most off road conditions The shocks feature threaded shock bodies that allow the s...

Page 6: ...r and set the transmitter aside for now Using a 1 16 hex wrench remove the four screws holding the battery cover in place then remove the battery cover from the battery box Remove the battery holder from the battery box IMPORTANT The battery holder plug has already been plugged into the switch Do not unplug it when removing the batter holder Install 4 AA Alkaline batteries into the battery holder ...

Page 7: ... Push the end of the antenna tube firmly into the molded hole in the top of the receiver box cover IMPORTANT Leave the excess antenna hanging from the top of the tube Under no circumstances should you cut or shorten the antenna Slide the transmitter s on off switch to turn on the transmitter The green LED should glow brightly IMPORTANT If the green LED does not glow or if the red LED is glowing ch...

Page 8: ...ering and Throttle Brake Controls To prevent any chance of a runaway vehicle the radio system should be range checked before the first run of the day and or after a crash To range check the radio system do the following With the transmitter and receiver turned on extend the transmitter antenna completely IMPORTANT Remember to always turn on the transmitter first then turn on the receiver With the ...

Page 9: ...o Stadium Racer without the air filter in place Your X Cellerator Nitro Stadium Racer comes equipped with the user friendly and powerful XTM Racing 18 nitro engine Before starting the engine for the first time please read these next two sections very carefully Idle Stop Screw The idle stop screw is preset from the factory and should not require adjustment The idle stop screw adjusts the closure of...

Page 10: ...w plug from the cylinder head With a rag over the top of the engine pull the pull starter cord several times to clear the excess fuel from the engine Check to make sure that the glow plug has not been fouled then reinstall it Reset the high speed needle valve 3 turns out from bottom Turn it counter clockwise WARNING PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE STARTING YOUR ENGINE FOR THE FIRST TIME SECTION 6 FUELING ...

Page 11: ...emove the glow starter from the engine IMPORTANT If the engine does not start after a dozen pulls refer to the trouble shooting guide starting on page 16 before going further To stop the engine carefully pinch the fuel line with your fingers until the engine stops Make sure to pinch the fuel pick up line and not the fuel pressure line The fuel pick up line is connected to the carburetor WARNING Be...

Page 12: ...uately At this point the engine should hold a good setting on the high speed needle valve and you can begin to fine tune the needle valve settings to increase performance IMPORTANT It is of the utmost importance that the engine never be leaned out too much When running the engine you should always be able to see a trail of white smoke coming from the tuned pipe If you can t stop the engine immedia...

Page 13: ...f your vehicle IMPORTANT It s very important when making changes to the settings of your vehicle that you make the settings the same for each side For example if you change the camber angle on the right front tire you should change the camber angle on the left front tire the same amount If you change the spring tension on the left front shock you should change the spring tension on the right front...

Page 14: ...st the right and left sides equally By adjusting the spring tension of the shocks you can increase steering sensitivity and increase the ride height of your vehicle How you drive your vehicle will dictate what settings you should be using As an example if you re using your vehicle off road and going over lots of jumps you may want to increase the spring tension of the front shocks to help prevent ...

Page 15: ...n and the throttle brake trim lever centered the vehicle should roll smoothly i e the brake should be disengaged If the brake is dragging when the throttle trigger is at neutral the brake disc will wear out very quickly To ensure that the brake is disengaged always make sure that there is a 1 8 gap between the linkage collar and the brake lever To make adjustments to the brake simply loosen the se...

Page 16: ...using the engine for the day remove the glow plug and squirt several drops of a high quality after run oil into the cylinder Reinstall the glow plug and crank the engine over a couple of times without the glow starter attached to distribute the oil This will prevent corrosion inside the engine Never leave unused fuel in the fuel tank for more than a couple of days The nitromethane and methanol in ...

Page 17: ... Engine not fully broken in D Allow engine further break in time P12 5 Engine vibrates excessively A Engine and or engine mounts loose A Tighten all engine and engine mounting bolts 6 Engine does not idle down A Idle stop screw out of adjustment A Adjust idle stop screw to factory setting P10 B Engine has developed an air leak B Check and tighten all engine screws C One or more carburetor O rings ...

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Page 19: ...19 Need help or have any questions Call us at 1 714 963 0329 or send us an Email at service globalhobby net ...

Page 20: ...est implies permission for Global Services to service your vehicle at our discretion Include a method of payment for any service charges Send the unit to us by United Parcel Service Federal Express or by Insured Mail Postage is non refundable Send your package to IMPORTANT WARRANTY INFORMATION PLEASE READ Your XTM Racing X Cellerator Nitro Stadium Racer is warranted against manufacturer defects in...

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