1/18th SCALE 4x4 SHORT
COURSE ELECTRIC TRUCK
GETTING STARTED...
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CHARGING THE BATTERY...
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1. Remove the vehicle, charger and transmitter from the box and remove body
2. Remove battery from vehicle to prepare for charging
a. Read charging instructions and understand all warning and cautions before proceeding.
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product is not a toy and should not be charged, operated, or maintained without supervision of
an adult
b. Return to this guide in the presence of the charging battery, remembering never to leave the bat-
tery unattended while charging
3. Install antenna tube by sliding antenna into tube and inserting tube into mount on chassis. Be careful not
to pinch the antenna during installation. NOTE: Do NOT fold end of antenna over end of tube, this will
reduce the range of the radio system and can cause interference when operating your vehicle
4. Install the [8] AA type alkaline batteries into the transmitter
5. Install the fully charged battery into the vehicle, be sure to install the pins into the lower of the two holes
in the battery mounting posts
6. Ensure the motor is plugged into the ESC
7. Ensure the switch is in the OFF position and connect the battery to the ESC
8. Read and understand transmitter cautions and setting instructions before use
a. Confirm settings for steering and throttle trim
9. Install body with 4 supplied clips
10. Turn your equipment ON (radio first!) and enjoy!
• Never leave the battery unattended while charging
• Never operate the charger without adult supervision
• Never charge a warm battery, always allow the battery to cool to room temperature before charging
• Never drop the charger or battery
• Never attempt to charge a damaged battery
• Inspect the battery and charger before use. Never charge a battery or charger if the wire or connector has
been damaged or if the battery has experienced a short
• Incorrect use of the battery, connections, or charging equipment can cause personal injury or property
damage
• Never allow batteries or charger to come in contact with moisture at any time
• Stop charging immediately if the battery or charger becomes hot or changes form during use
NOTE: Only use chargers designed for use with NiMH batteries for the RC industry, using the supplied
connector. Use of other chargers or connectors can permanently damage the battery and/or connected
equipment. Genuine NiMH replacement batteries are available at your local HobbyTown USA®.
1. Plug the charger into a properly grounded standard US wall plug
2. Plug the battery into the charger and place the battery on/in a non-flammable surface/container and
away from any flammable objects
3. A fully discharged battery should charge in approximately 4-5 hours
a. Caution: Periodically monitor the temperature of the battery while charging, if the temperature
exceeds 115°F (45°C), disconnect the battery from the charger and allow it to cool before recon-
necting
4. Unplug the battery from the charger when the battery is slightly warm to the touch, indicating the bat-
tery had been fully charged
a. Note: Using a peak detection charger is recommended and will provide you with a faster and bet-
ter charging experience
b. Warning: Never charge the included battery at a charge current exceeding 1.5A
5. Remove charger from wall plug
