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2
E
Never use the Carrera RC vehicle outdoors during rain or snowfall. The car
must not be run through water, puddles and snow, and must always be kept
stored in a dry place. Wet surfaces without puddles will not affect the car’s
performance as the electronic equipment is protected against spray.
F
Never operate the vehicle near rivers, ponds or lakes, to avoid the risk of
the Carrera RC car falling into the water. Avoid running on courses which
are laid exclusively with sand.
G
Do not expose the Carrera RC vehicle to direct sunlight. To avoid the
electronics in the car overheating, when temperatures are above 35 ° C,
regular short pauses in operation are essential.
H
Never subject the Carrera car to repeated changes of load – that means
continuously reversing it.
I
Always place the car on the floor by hand. Never throw the car on the floor
from a standing position.
K
Avoid jumping from jumps or ramps higher than 5 cm (0.16 ft.).
L
Never use strong solvents for cleaning the car.
M
To avoid malfunctions to the control system resulting in uncontrolled oper-
ation of the Carrera RC vehicle, check that the controller batteries and the
rechargeable batteries in the vehicle have sufficient charge. Supply termi-
nals are not to be short-circuited.
N
The Carrera RC vehicle must be inspected before and after operation, each
time it is used, to ensure that it has not become disassembled. Any screws
or nuts that may have become loosened during operation must be tightened.
Instruction Manual
Contents of package
1
1 x Carrera RC Vehicle
1 x Controller
1 x USB charger cable
1 x LiFePO
4
rechargeable battery
1 x Set of batteries (non-rechargeable)
Charging the rechargeable battery
2
Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from the toy before being
charged. Take care only to charge the LiFePO
4
battery supplied with the
LiFePO
4
charging unit (USB charger cable) also supplied. If you attempt to re-
charge the battery with any other LiFePO
4
battery charger or any other type of
charger, this may result in serious damage.
Please carefully read the previous
chapter with warnings and guidelines on the usage of rechargeable batter-
ies before proceeding.
You can recharge the rechargeable battery with the re-
spective USB charger cable from a computer USB port (USB 3.0) or a USB power
supply unit with at least 1A output voltage:
• Connect the USB charger cable with the USB port of a computer
. The
LED on the USB charger cable lights green and indicates that the charger is
correctly connected to the computer. When you connect an empty recharge-
able battery, the LED on the USB charger cable goes off and indicates that
the battery is being charged. The USB charger cable is so designed that
reversed polarity is not possible.
• It lasts about 50 minutes to recharge a discharged (NOT a deep-discharged)
battery. When the battery is fully charged, the LED display on the USB
charger cable lights green again
Always recharge the battery after use to prevent its becoming deep discharged.
After use, the battery must be allowed to cool down for at least 20 minutes be-
fore it can be fully recharged. Recharge the battery occasionally (suggested
every 2–3 months). Supply terminals are not to be short-circuited. Failure to
treat the battery as described above can lead to its becoming defective. Never
leave the battery unattended while it is being charged.
Installing the rechargeable battery
3
Using a screwdriver, remove the cover of the battery compartment in the
Carrera RC car. Connect the end of the cable from the Carrera RC vehicle
with the charged battery. Put the battery in place. Replace the compartment cov-
er using a screwdriver.
Adjusting the steering (left/right)
Inserting the batteries
4
Open the battery compartment with a screwdriver and insert the batteries
in the remote control. Please keep in mind the correct polarity. Different
types of batteries or new and used batteries are not to be mixed. After having
closed the compartment you can check all functions of the remote control with
the help of the power-switch on the front. With the power-switch turned ON and
proper functioning, the top center LED on the remote control will light up red.
Now you can drive the car
Bonding vehicle and controller
The Carrera RC car and the remote control are bound as a factory setting.
5
Switch the car ON at the ON/OFF switch.
6
Switch on the controller at the ON/OFF switch.
7
Wait a couple of seconds until the controller and the vehicle have connect-
ed. The binding procedure is complete when the vehicle moves slightly.
Let’s practise!
8
Warning! This vehicle reaches speeds up to ~15 km/h (~9.3 mph).
Practice on an empty surface at least 4 x 5 metres (13.12’ x 16.4’).
When
first starting, be very careful when operating the gas pedal.
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Now it’s time to practise! Set up a Carrera RC vehicle racing track in a large
empty area, using cornerposts, empty cans, or similar objects. The basic
technique to adopt when operating a Carrera RC is to drive fast on the straight
sections and to slow down in the curves.
• When changing from the first battery to the second battery, you must
stop running for at least ten minutes. At the next change, a pause of at
least 20 minutes is absolutely essential.
• Avoid constant motor operation.
• If the car switches itself off several times one after another, the battery
is dead. Please recharge the battery.
• Within approx. 30 minutes of inactivity, the controller and vehicle
switch off automatically. To restart, switch the ON/OFF switch on the
controller & the car to OFF and then back to ON.
• To switch off after use, follow the steps in the reverse order.
• After use, remove or disconnect the battery. Always recharge the bat-
tery after use to prevent its becoming deep discharged. After use, the
battery must be allowed to cool down for at least 20 minutes before it
can be fully recharged.
• Always keep the rechargeable battery stored outside the vehicle.
• Clean the Carrera RC car after use.
Controller functions – Full Function
10
You can steer the car in any direction using the joysticks:
Joystick on left:
forwards/backwards
Joystick on right:
left/right
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Fold & roll function
You can roll in the vehicle and then roll it out again while it is moving.
Press button
1
, to roll in the vehicle.
Press button
1
, to roll out the vehicle.
Note!
If the vehicle overturns and it can no longer continue moving, roll it in
and then roll it out again. This causes the vehicle to straighten itself up again
and it can continue moving.
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Thanks to 2.4 GHz technology, up to 16 cars can be run together on one
race-track. This is possible even without harmonising frequencies be-
tween the racing drivers.
Troubleshooting
Problem:
Car does not move.
Cause:
Either the switch on the controller or the car is set to OFF.
Solution:
Switch on.
Cause:
There is no rechargeable battery in the car or the battery is too weak.
Solution:
Insert charged battery.
Cause:
The battery or rechargeable battery in the transmitter or model is too
weak.
Solution:
Insert new battery or recharged battery.
Cause
The remote control is possibly not correctly frequency bound with
the receiver on the model.
Solution:
Carry out a frequency bind between the model and the remote con-
trol as described in “Now you can drive the car”.
Cause:
Within approx. 30 minutes of inactivity, the controller and vehicle
switch off automatically.
Solution:
To restart, switch the ON/OFF switch on both controller & vehicle to
OFF and then back to ON.
Dear customer
Congratulations on purchasing a Carrera RC model car, manufactured in accord-
ance with the latest technology. As it is our constant endeavour to develop and im-
prove our products, we reserve the right to make modifications, either of a technical
nature or with respect to features, materials, and design, at any time, and without
prior notice. For this reason, no claims will be accepted for any slight deviations in
your product from the data and illustrations contained in these instructions. These
operating and assembly instructions are an integral part of the product. Non-obser-
vance of these operating instructions and the safety instructions they contain will
render the guarantee null and void. These instructions are to be kept for future ref-
erence and in the event that the product is passed on to a third party.
For the latest version of these operating instructions and information on
replacement and spare parts avail able, please visit
carrera-rc.com
in the
service area.
Guarantee conditions
A Carrera product is built to high technical standards and is to be treated with care.
Please ensure that you observe all the instructions contained in this guide. All
components have been subjected to careful inspection (technical modifications
and alterations to the model for the purpose of product improvement are reserved).
Should any faults nevertheless occur, guarantee is assumed within the
scope of the following conditions:
The guarantee covers demonstrable material or manufacturing defects that ex-
isted at the time that the Carrera product was purchased. The guarantee period
is 24 months beginning with the date of purchase. The guarantee does not
extend to wearing parts (such as Carrera RC rechargeable batteries, antennas,
tyres, gearbox components etc.), damage caused by improper treatment or use
(such as performing jumps in excess of the recommended height, dropping the
product etc.), or unauthorised intervention. Repair may only be performed by
Carrera Toys GmbH itself or by a company it has authorised to do so. Within the
scope of this guarantee, either the product as a whole or only the defective
components will be replaced or equivalent substitution performed, as deemed
appropriate by Carrera Toys GmbH. The guarantee does not cover transport,
packaging or travel costs or any damage for which the buyer is responsible.
These costs are to be covered by the buyer. Guarantee claims will only be ac-
cepted from the original purchaser of the Carrera product.
Guarantee claims can only be accepted when:
• The card has been filled in properly and sent in together with the defective
Carrera product and the purchase receipt/invoice/cash-register receipt.
• No unauthorised alterations have been made by the buyer to the guarantee card.
• The toy has been treated in accordance with the operating instructions and
subjected to its intended use.
• The damage/faulty operation is not due to acts of God or normal wear and tear.
Guarantee cards cannot be replaced.
Note for EU countries:
Reference is hereby made to the seller’s statutory guar-
antee obligation, to the extent that this guarantee obligation is not restricted by
the product guarantee.
Declaration of conformity
Carrera Toys GmbH hereby declares that this model including the controller
conforms with the fundamental requirements of the following EC directives:
EC Directives 2009/48/EC and the other relevant regulations of Directive
2014/53/EU (RED).
The original declaration of conformity can be requested from
carrera-rc.com
.
Maximum radio-frequency power transmitted <10 dBm
Frequency range: 2400 – 2483.5 MHz
Warning!
Inappropriate use may result in severe injuries and/or damage to property. It
has to be operated with care and caution and requires both mechanical and
mental skills. The operating instructions contain notes on safety and technical
regulations as well as information on maintaining and operating the product. It
is indispensable to read these instructions thoroughly before the first usage.
Only this helps to avoid accidents with injuries and damage.
WARNING!
This toy contains small parts which can be swallowed
and is therefore not suitable for children under 3 years of age.
WARNING! danger of pinching during operation! Remove all
packaging materials and wire fastenings before handing the
toy over to the child. Please retain the packaging and address for infor-
mation and in the event of any questions.
This symbol, showing refuse bins with a cross through them,
denotes that empty batteries, rechargeable batteries, button
cells, rechargeable battery packs, equipment batteries, dis-
used electrical equipment, etc. should not be disposed of in
domestic refuse, as they are harmful to the environment and health. Do not mix
dissimilar battery types or employ new and used batteries together. Rechargea-
ble batteries are only to be charged by adults. Empty batteries should be re-
moved from the product. Do not recharge non-recharge able batteries due to risk
of explosion. Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from the toy before be-
ing charged. Batteries are to be inserted with the correct polarity. Supply termi-
nals are not to be short circuited.
The appliance is only to be used with the power supply unit provided with the
appliance. The use of a different power supply unit may lead to the permanent
dawwmage of the battery and neighbouring parts, as well as physical injury!
WARNING: For the purposes of recharging the battery, only use the de-
tachable supply unit provided with this toy.
Battery chargers used with the
toy are to be regularly examined for damage to the cord, plug, enclosure and
other parts, and in the event of such damage, they must not be used until the
damage has been repaired. The toy is only to be connected to Class II equip-
ment bearing the following symbol.
or
FCC statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE:
This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a res-
idential installation. This product generates, uses and can radiate radio frequen-
cy energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guar-
antee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If the product
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures :
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.a
• Increase the separation between the product and receiver.
• Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
IC statement
The device contain license-exempt transmitter(s)/ receiver(s) that comply with
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt
RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. The device must not cause interference;
2. The device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
Safety instructions
A
A Carrera RC vehicle is a remote-controlled model car that uses special
rechargeable batteries for this purpose. Only original Carrera RC LiFePO
4
recharge able batteries may be used. Rechargeable batteries are to be
removed from the toy before being charged.
B
The Carrera RC vehicle is designed for hobby use only and may only be
operated on tracks and in spaces especially intended for this purpose.
WARNING!
Do not use the Carrera RC vehicle in road traffic.
C
Do not operate the car beneath overhead high-voltage cables or broad-
casting masts or during a storm! Atmospheric disturbances can affect the
operation of the vehicle. When there a large temperature differences be-
tween your car’s garage and the running track, please wait until the vehi-
cle has had time to acclimatise. This will help prevent conden sation form-
ing and the possibility of malfunctions resulting.
D
Never operate the product on grass surfaces. There is the risk of grass
hindering the movement of the axles, which can lead to the motor over-
heating. Do not use the Carrera RC vehicle for transporting goods, per-
sons or animals.
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