Thank you for purchasing the Dromida
®
1/18 MT/SCT 4WD RTR!
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 www.
horizonhobby.com or www.horizonhobbies.com and click on the support or resources 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:
WARNING
: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage, and serious injury OR create a high probability of
superfi cial injury.
CAUTION
: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of serious injury.
NOTICE
: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND a little or no possibility of injury.
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
supervision. Do not attempt disassembly, use with incompatible components or augment product in any way without the approval of 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.
Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for operating in a manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in damage to the product or property
of others.
This model is controlled by a radio signal subject to interference from many sources outside your control. This interference can cause momentary loss of control, so it is
advisable to always keep a safe distance in all directions around your model as this margin will help avoid collisions or injury.
• Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.
• Always operate your model in open spaces away from full-size vehicles, traffi c and people.
• Never operate the model in the street or in populated areas for any reason.
• Carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional support equipment (chargers, rechargeable battery packs, etc.) you use.
• Keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out of the reach of children.
• Never lick or place any portion of the model in your mouth as it could cause serious injury or even death.
• Exercise caution when using tools and sharp instruments.
• Take care during maintenance as some parts may have sharp edges.
• Immediately after using your model, do NOT touch equipment such as the motor, electronic speed control and battery, because they generate high temperatures. You
may burn yourself seriously touching them.
• Do not put fi ngers or any objects inside rotating and moving parts, as this may cause damage or serious injury.
• Always turn on your transmitter before you turn on the receiver in the car.
• Always turn off the receiver before turning your transmitter off.
• Keep the wheels of the model off the ground when checking the operation of the radio equipment.
NIMH CHARGING WARNINGS
WARNING
: Failure to exercise caution while using this product and comply with the following warnings could result in product malfunction, electrical issues, excessive
heat, FIRE, and ultimately injury and property damage.
• NEVER CHARGE BATTERIES OVERNIGHT.
• NEVER LEAVE CHARGING BATTERIES UNATTENDED.
• Read all safety precautions and literature prior to use of this product.
• Never allow children under 14 years of age to charge battery packs.
• Never attempt to charge dead or damaged batteries.
• Never charge a battery if the cable has been pinched or shorted.
• Never allow batteries or charger to come into contact with moisture at any time.
• Never charge batteries in extremely hot or cold places (recommended between 50–80°F (10–26°C)) or place in direct sunlight.
• Always use only Ni-MH rechargeable batteries. This charger cannot charge batteries such as “heavy duty,” “alkaline battery,” “lithium,” or “mercury battery.”
• Always connect to the charger correctly.
• Always disconnect the battery and charger after charging and let them cool between charges.
• Always inspect the battery before charging.
• Always terminate all processes and contact Horizon Hobby if the product malfunctions.
• Always make sure you know the specifi cations of the battery to be charged or discharged to ensure it meets the requirements of this charger.
• Always constantly monitor the temperature of the battery pack while charging.
• Always end the charging process if the charger or battery becomes hot to the touch or starts to change form during the charge process.
Dromida
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1/18 MT/SCT 4WD RTR
Instructions for the Dromida Monster Truck and Short Course Truck
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