WARNING!
THE NITRO 4-TEC IS A HIGH-SPEED, SOPHISTICATED
MACHINE CAPABLE OF REACHING SPEEDS OVER 50MPH.
DO NOT RUN YOUR MODEL AT FULL SPEED UNTIL YOU
HAVE BECOME COMFORTABLE WITH ITS HANDLING AND
CONTROL. SEVERE DAMAGE IS POSSIBLE IN THE EVENT
OF HIGH-SPEED IMPACT. PARTS BREAKAGE DUE TO HIGH
SPEED IMPACTS WILL NOT BE COVERED UNDER WARRANTY.
FOLLOW ALL RECOMMENDATIONS IN THIS AND THE OTHER
ACCOMPANYING MANUALS IN ORDER TO AVOID SERIOUS
DAMAGE TO YOUR MODEL. IF THESE RECOMMENDATIONS
ARE NOT FOLLOWED, THE RESULTING DAMAGE WILL BE
CONSIDERED ABUSE AND/OR NEGLECT,
THEREBY
RELEASING BOTH TRAXXAS AND YOUR DEALER FROM
ANY FURTHER RESPONSIBILITY.
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Traxxas Nitro 4-T
ec
. This man-
ual contains the instructions you will need to operate, and main-
tain your Nitro 4-T
ec
.
Look over the manual and examine the
Nitro 4-T
ec
carefully before running it.
If for some reason you
think the Nitro 4-T
ec
is not what you wanted, then do not contin-
ue any further.
Your hobby dealer absolutely cannot accept a
Nitro 4-T
ec
for return or exchange after it has been run.
Please read
ALL
of the Operating Instructions and Precautions
before attempting to drive the Nitro 4-T
ec
. Even if you are an
experienced R/C enthusiast, continue reading to learn about Nitro
4-TEC’s unique features. Pay special attention to the mechanical
and safety precautions outlined in the manual.
If you have any questions about your new model, feel free to
call Traxxas’ technical support line toll-free at 1-888-TRAXXAS
(1-888-872-9927) Outside the U.S. call 972-
265-8000
. Technical
support is available Monday through Friday, from 8:30
am
to
9:0
0
pm
Central
t
ime. Technical assistance is also available through
our website at www.
T
raxxas.com (
e
-mail us at
support@
T
raxxas.com). We hope that you will enjoy many hours
of fun with your new Nitro 4-T
ec
.
FUEL
Fuel is the most critical component for making your engine
perform properly. Improper fuels will cause hard starting, poor
performance, and excessive wear on the engine. For the best
performance from your TRX Pro .15 engine, use
Traxxas Top Fuel™.
Traxxas Top Fuel™ is
the only model engine racing fuel which
exceeds all of the Traxxas engine warranty
requirements, is specially formulated to resist
heat, and is guaranteed to provide the best
performance and longest life from your
Traxxas engine. Traxxas cannot guarantee
the quality and consistency of other manufac-
turers’ fuels. If Traxxas Top Fuel™ is not avail-
able from your hobby dealer, the fuels listed
below have been tested by Traxxas and
determined to be satisfactory for use in the
TRX Pro.15.
Dynamite Blue Thunder
Power Master Formula 16
Byron’s Originals Race 1000/2000
Morgan’s Omega (Omega fuel is an airplane
fuel which may be used. The higher oil content however,
will not deliver the same performance and tuning ease as a
good, special-purpose car fuel)
Some fuels are capable of destroying your TRX Pro.15
engine!
If you must use a fuel other than those listed, contact
TRAXXAS first, at 1-888-TRAXXAS, to find out if the fuel is safe
for use with TRX engines.
FUEL BOTTLE
Fuel is usually purchased by the gallon or
quart, so a smaller bottle with a dispensing
tube is required to fill the fuel tank. The fuel
tank in the Nitro 4-T
ec
has a capacity of
75cc. The fuel bottle should always be capped
to prevent the fuel from evaporating and becom-
ing contaminated with debris or moisture. The
alcohol and nitro contents of the fuel will evapo-
rate, thus upsetting the fuel balance and spoiling
the fuel. Do not use old or dirty fuel!
Traxxas #5001-Fuel Bottle
3
PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Every precaution outlined in this manual needs to be followed
to help ensure safe operation. Operate your model sensibly and
with care and it will be exciting, safe, and fun for you and your
spectators. Failure to operate your model in a safe and responsi-
ble manner could result in property damage and serious injury.
You alone must see to it that the instructions are followed and
the precautions are adhered to.
The Nitro 4-T
ec
is
not intended for use by children with-
out the supervision of a responsible adult.
Traxxas
shall not be liable for any loss or damages, whether
direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential, arising
from the use, misuse, or abuse of this product and any
chemical or accessory required to operate this product.
•
The fuel is dangerous and poisonous.
Follow all of the direc-
tions and precautions on the fuel container.
• The fuel can look like a cool drink to a young child.
Keep it out
of children’s reach.
• The fuel is flammable. Do not allow sparks, flame, or smoking
in the presence of model fuel.
• The engine emits poisonous carbon monoxide gas. Always run
the model in a well-ventilated area. Never attempt to run the
engine indoors.
• The engine and exhaust become extremely hot during use.
Be careful not to touch these parts, especially when refueling.
• Do not drive the Nitro 4-T
ec
at night.
• Never, under any circumstances, operate the Nitro 4-T
ec
in crowds of people. The Nitro 4-T
ec
is very fast and
could cause injury if allowed to collide with anyone.
• Because the model is controlled by radio, it is subject
to radio interference from many sources that are beyond your
control. Since radio interference can cause momentary losses
of radio control, always allow a safety margin in all directions
around the model in order to prevent collisions.
• The engine can be very loud. If the noise makes you
uncomfortable, wear ear protection. Be considerate of your
neighbors by not running your model early in the morning or
late in the evening.
•
Most importantly, use good, common sense at all times.
Contact Traxxas for assistance: 1-888-TRAXXAS. 972-
265-8000
(outside USA). E-
m
ail us at support@
T
raxxas.com
CAUTION:
FOLLOW ALL PRECAUTIONS PRINTED ON THE CONTAINER
OF FUEL. KEEP IT AWAY FROM FLAMES AND CHILDREN.
THE MIXTURE IS FLAMMABLE AND POISONOUS.
