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RANGE TEST THE RADIO  

There are many things such as buildings, power lines, radio 
transmitters, etc. which can adversely affect the performance of 
your radio system. To make sure you do not have a “runaway” 
model, range test the radio system. With the radio system on and 
working, hold the truck and have a friend carry the transmitter 
away from you the distance you plan to run the truck.  Have the 
friend operate the controls on the transmitter to be sure that 
everything is working at full range. 

PREPARING TO RUN

Installing the EZ-Start

®

 battery

The EZ-Start system requires a fully 
charged 7.2-volt rechargeable NiCad 
or NiMH battery pack (not 
included). Use a charger 
(not included) designed  
for 7.2-volt battery 
packs. Charge the battery 
according to the charger 
manufacturer’s directions.

1.

  Press the tab in the end of 

the battery compartment 
door to open. (A)

2.

  Plug a fully charged 7.2-volt 

battery pack into the connector 
inside. (B)

3.

  Twist the battery 2 or 3 times to twirl the battery plug wires. This 

helps hold the wire and battery in place when the battery is installed 
in the compartment. (C)

4.

  Install the battery into the compartment and press the wires securely 

into place.

 

5.

  Snap the battery compartment door back on and lock the end tab. (D)

USING THE EZ-START

Your EZ-Start controller plugs into a 4-prong receptacle on the 
battery cover of your Nitro Sport. When the red button on the 
controller is pressed, the EZ-Start motor begins to spin the engine 
and power from the control unit heats the glow plug. Assuming 
all settings and preparations are correct, the engine should start 
almost immediately.

Each of the two status indicator LEDs 
on the handheld control unit, the Motor 
LED and the Glow Plug LED, should light 
green while starting. If either LED fails 
to light while starting, there is a fault 
indicated with that function:

If the Glow Plug LED fails to light, the 
glow plug may be bad, or the glow plug 
wire may be damaged or disconnected.

If the Motor LED fails to light and the 
starter fails to operate, then the EZ-Start  
is in protection mode.

Protection Mode

The EZ-Start uses Smart Start

 technology to monitor the 

condition of the system and detect failures. The controller 
monitors the load being placed on the EZ-Start motor. If the load 
becomes excessive, the system shuts off power to the motor 
to prevent costly damage to the motor and the controller. This 
may occur, for example, if the engine floods with fuel during 
starting. The starter spins at first but when excessive fuel in 
the combustion chamber begins to lock up the engine, the 
starter motor slows under the heavier load. This causes the 
protection circuit to shut off the power to the motor. Allow at 

least three minutes for the starter motor to cool and the circuit to 
automatically reset before continuing. Use the time to find and 
eliminate the condition that caused the excessive load 
on the starter motor. 

Use a Strong Starter Battery

 

A weak starter battery, or one that has not been fully charged, 
may not deliver enough power to crank the engine over at the 
appropriate rpm to keep the piston from sticking at top dead 
center (TDC). A new engine will typically have a tight fit between 
the piston and the top of the sleeve. This is a tapered fit, and 
a tight piston sleeve fit on initial startup is desirable for those 
who want the best-performing engine. Make sure you are using 
a good quality battery pack that is fully charged (new batteries 
usually require several charge cycles to reach peak voltage and 
full capacity). This is especially important with a new engine that 
needs to be broken in. 

STARTING THE ENGINE    

Installing the air Filter

Remove the protective cap from the carburetor 
air intake. Install the rubber air filter base and pre-
lubed foam element onto the carburetor intake. 
The foam air filter element may be cleaned and 
reused.

 always be sure the filter element is oiled 

properly before running the engine.

 For the best 

filtration, use the type of oil made for foam air 
filters. Traxxas air filter oil is recommended (part 
#5263). Lightweight motor oil or after-run oil may 
also be substituted. When the element gets dirty, clean it with 
dish soap and rinse. Next, saturate it with oil and then squeeze 
out the excess oil. For extremely dusty conditions, special two 
or three-stage, pre-lubed filters are available from Traxxas (part 
#4062 and #4063).

Filling the Fuel Tank 

Use a small fuel bottle or bulb to put fuel into the tank.  Only fill the 
tank to the bottom of the fill neck. The Nitro Sport can be carefully 
refueled while the engine is running.

   

High-Speed Mixture Setting

The high-speed mixture screw 
controls how much fuel enters 
the engine during mid and high-
speed operation. Turn the high-
speed mixture screw clockwise, 
by hand, until it stops 

(Do not 

tighten or the needle may be 
damaged).

 Now, turn the mixture 

screw counterclockwise 2

½ 

complete turns.

Setting the Idle Speed

The idle screw regulates the 
throttle opening  to control the 
idle speed. The throttle opening 
at idle should be set as shown 
in the drawing. The opening 
should be 1 to 1

½

 millimeters at 

the widest point in the opening. 
The engine may not idle well until 
it is warmed.

low-Speed Mixture Setting

This screw meters the fuel at low speeds. The low-speed mixture 
screw is located in the end of the carburetor, inside the throttle 
arm. This screw controls how much fuel enters the engine at 
idle and low throttle. This adjustment will smooth the idle and 
improve acceleration to mid-speed. Make this adjustment with 

a

B

C

D

NOTE: 

Your carburetor has been factory preset for break-in. Do not 

re-adjust your carburetor settings unless you suspect a problem. 

The following steps are for reference only.

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Содержание 4510 Nitro Sport

Страница 1: ...OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS COVERS MODEL 4510 KC1149 Rev 081210 ...

Страница 2: ...abuse and or neglect INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Traxxas Nitro Sport This manual contains the instructions you will need to operate and maintain your Nitro Sport Look over the manual and examine the Nitro Sport carefully before running it If for some reason you think the Nitro Sport is not what you wanted then do not continue any further Your hobby dealer absolutely cannot accept a N...

Страница 3: ...ng position that the servos seek when the transmitter controls are at the neutral setting NiCad Abbreviation for nickel cadmium The original rechargeable hobby pack NiCad batteries have very high current handling high capacity and can last up to 1000 charging cycles Good charging procedures are required to reduce the possibility of developing a memory effect and shortened run times NiMH Abbreviati...

Страница 4: ...o system was pre adjusted before it left the factory however the adjustment should be checked prior to running the truck 1 Before you ever turn your radio system on you must clear your frequency There are six different channels numbered 1 through 6 Each of the six channels is represented by a color Look at the crystal in the back of the transmitter to determine which of the channels your truck is ...

Страница 5: ...e that has not been fully charged may not deliver enough power to crank the engine over at the appropriate rpm to keep the piston from sticking at top dead center TDC A new engine will typically have a tight fit between the piston and the top of the sleeve This is a tapered fit and a tight piston sleeve fit on initial startup is desirable for those who want the best performing engine Make sure you...

Страница 6: ...carburetor the engine should quickly start and idle 6 Disconnect the EZ Start controller from the model 7 Proceed with the engine break in 8 Do not rev your engine with no load wheels off the ground BREAKING IN THE ENGINE VERY IMPORTANT Once your engine is running it must be broken in The key to breaking in your engine is patience The break in time will take about 1 to 1 hours During the break in ...

Страница 7: ...n make several more high speed runs and retest 7 When the low speed needle is set correctly the engine s throttle response should be very quick Idle Speed Adjustment Once the high and low speed mixtures have been set reduce the idle speed to the minimum reliable idle speed Remember this adjustment should be made while the engine is running at normal operating temperature 1 Turn the throttle trim o...

Страница 8: ...unique Nitro Sport feature is the ability to change the gear ratios The final drive ratio of the gearbox is 2 81 to 1 Use the following formula to calculate the overall ratio Nitro Sport comes with a 70 tooth spur gear and a 20 tooth pinion clutch bell gear This combination will provide the best overall acceleration and top speed If you want more acceleration and less top speed then use a smaller ...

Страница 9: ... the crystal Connect the red and black cable from the battery holder to the batt terminal on the receiver The red wire is positive and the black wire is negative Place fresh AA batteries in the transmitter and turn the power switch on Slide the throttle and steering trim adjustments to the center position Now install fresh AA batteries into the battery holder and turn the power switch to the on po...

Страница 10: ...xxas makes three glow plugs The standard hot plug part 3230 is the stock replacement plug for Pro 15 engines The optional heavy duty part 3231 and super duty part 3232 plugs will last longer in most cases however it is a medium temperature plug so performance may be reduced slightly Do not use plugs with idle bars Carburetor Dirt is the main enemy to your carburetor If you notice a sudden change i...

Страница 11: ...ture is too lean Richen the high speed mixture page 7 24 Idle speed set too low Increase idle speed page 7 25 Fuel flow blocked Check that all fuel lines are clear with no pin hole leaks Check for dirt blockage in the carburetor fuel inlet and high speed needle seat Install inline fuel filter 26 Air bubble in the fuel line Prime the engine to force the air through Check for pinhole leaks in the fu...

Страница 12: ...the engine from the chassis Turn the engine so that the throttle linkage to the carburetor will come out STEP 9 Changing the piston and sleeve assembly Use a 5 16 inch nut driver to remove the glow plug and copper gasket STEP 10 Use a 2 5mm allen wrench to remove the four 3x12mm cap head screws that fasten the cylinder head Rock the cylinder head gently from side to side to release it from the sle...

Страница 13: ...in also Rinse thoroughly with denatured alcohol and lube with after run oil STEP 13 Pull the sleeve straight up and out of the crankcase If the sleeve will not move rotate the crankshaft until the sleeve pushes up STEP 14 Rotate the crankshaft to bottom dead center Lightly grab the connecting rod with a pair of needlenose pliers and gently pull it off of the crankshaft journal STEP 17 Removing the...

Страница 14: ...see step 14 STEP 25 To assemble the connecting rod and piston place a drop of castor oil in the top end of the connecting rod Insert the wrist pin through the piston and the top of the connecting rod Secure the wrist pin with the G clip Make sure the G clip fits securely into the groove machined in the piston Be careful not to scratch the sides of the piston STEP 26 Reinstall the crankshaft into t...

Страница 15: ...unauthorized alteration or modification or items that are considered consumable Traxxas will not pay for the cost of shipping or transportation of a defective component from you to us Your Hobby Dealer s Role All warranty claims are handled directly by Traxxas Your dealer can assist you in contacting Traxxas and determining which components might be defective but he is under no obligation to provi...

Страница 16: ...ng phone number and e mail address that the service department may use to contact you with questions or estimates regarding the repair Include a return shipping address It is surprising how often this is overlooked We must have a physical address in order to return your product It must be a street address We cannot ship to Post Office boxes Ship Items freight prepaid to Traxxas Attn Service Depart...

Страница 17: ...rdened steel 6 00 1647 Silicone grease 2 00 Driveline Components 1952X Carriers stub axle blue anodized 6061 T6 aluminum rear 2 24 00 1952 Carriers stub axle rear 2 3 00 4628 Differential output yokes 2 3x5mm countersunk screws 2 3mm set set screws 4 4 00 4628X Differential output yokes hardened steel w U joints 2 19 50 1953 Half shaft pro pack internal splined 6 external splined 6 plastic shafts ...

Страница 18: ...on arm rear 1 degree l r 2 00 2797 Mounts suspension arm rear 0 degree l r 2 00 4138 Shock tower rear 4 50 2753X Stub axles rear 2 5 00 2555 Suspension arms rear 2 10 00 1934 Wedges anti squat 1 5 3 0 degree 2 each 3 00 Shocks Aluminum 1965 Piston head set 2 sets of 3 types shock collars 2 spring retainers 2 2 50 1942 Rod ends 16 long 4 short hollow ball connectors 18 ball screws 2 7 00 2742X Rod ...

Страница 19: ...wheels assembled glued 2 8 Jato Twin Spoke wheels Alias ribbed tires foam inserts nitro front 2 30 00 5572R Tires wheels assembled glued 2 8 Jato Twin Spoke wheels Alias tires foam inserts nitro rear 2 30 00 3777A Tires wheels assembled glued All Star black chrome wheels Anaconda tires foam inserts nitro front 1 left 1 right 33 00 3776A Tires wheels assembled glued All Star black chrome wheels Ana...

Страница 20: ...4147 2675 3x10RST 3760A 3760 3290 3x8WST 3290 3x8WST 2675 3x10RST 2681 3x30RST 4147R Opt 5 0NL 4147 4147R Opt 5 0NL 3760A 3760 REV 080814 Specifications on this page are subject to change without notice Every attempt has been made to ensure the accuracy of this drawing however Traxxas cannot be held responsible for typographical or other errors Front Assembly ...

Страница 21: ... assembly 2656T 3765A F 2458A R 4457A 1664T 3147 2548 4x12CM REV 080814 S pecific a tions on this page a r e subje c t t o change without noti c e E v e r y a t t empt has been made t o ensu r e the accu r a c y of this d r a win g h o w e v er T r axxas cannot be held r esponsible f or t ypog r aphical or other e r r or s Chassis Assembly ...

Страница 22: ...T REV 080814 Specifications on this page are subject to change without notice Every attempt has been made to ensure the accuracy of this drawing however Traxxas cannot be held responsible for typographical or other errors Transmission Assembly 2682 3x8RST 2562 2 6x8RM 4578 2682 3x8RST 2649 3x15CST 5280 5116 5116 5116 5116 5116 4579 4581 ...

Страница 23: ...7 5116 5x11x4BB 5116 5x11x4BB 5x11x4BB 5116 3762A 3762 1747R opt 4 0NL 3762A 3762 Rear Assembly Specifications on this page are subject to change without notice Every attempt has been made to ensure the accuracy of this drawing however Traxxas cannot be held responsible for typographical or other errors REV 080814 ...

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Страница 25: ...both time and money over purchasing the parts and rebuilding the engine Plus you will have the peace of mind of a factory fresh completely new not rebuilt engine It s easy and a great deal Make the exchange at your local hobby shop to save shipping and handling charges and get your new engine today See your hobby dealer for details 85 plus 5 s h 110 plus 5 s h TRX 2 5 2 5R Racing Engine Exchange T...

Страница 26: ...arately as part 5270 PRICE QTY TOTAL 25 25 25 50 TRX 3 3 Racing Engine Exchange PRICE QTY TOTAL 110 5 s h 115 00 Total 110 5 s h 115 00 Total 110 5 s h 115 00 Total 110 5 s h 115 00 Total q Traxxas Pro 15 TRX 15 q Traxxas TRX 2 5 q Traxxas TRX 2 5R q Traxxas TRX 3 3 q q q q Model 5207R TRX 2 5 2 5R with IPS Shaft and Recoil Pull Starter Model 5204R TRX 2 5 2 5R with IPS Shaft and No Starter Model ...

Страница 27: ...in the U S 1 888 TRAXXAS Fax 972 265 8011 E mail support Traxxas com All prices are U S dollars Terms and conditions subject to change Return Procedure The electronic component being returned for repair should be removed from the vehicle and returned to Traxxas along with 1 Full payment in the form of a credit card number Visa MasterCard Discover or American Express or money order including shippi...

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Страница 29: ...tal Total Order 5 00 Allow 3 4 weeks from the time this order is mailed for delivery of your parts and merchandise The cost of out of stock items will be refunded Orders are shipped United Parcel Service or Parcel Post International Orders Outside of the continental U S shipping charges are higher Call or fax us for an estimate of the shipping charges For faster service you may authorize Traxxas t...

Страница 30: ...30 ...

Страница 31: ...tal Total Order 5 00 Allow 3 4 weeks from the time this order is mailed for delivery of your parts and merchandise The cost of out of stock items will be refunded Orders are shipped United Parcel Service or Parcel Post International Orders Outside of the continental U S shipping charges are higher Call or fax us for an estimate of the shipping charges For faster service you may authorize Traxxas t...

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