INTRODUCTION:
Thank you for purchasing a Traxxas Blast offshore racing boat.
This manual contains the instructions you will need to operate and
maintain your new Blast boat. Look over the manual and examine the
Blast carefully before running it. If for some reason you think the Blast
is not what you wanted, then do not continue any further. Your hobby
dealer absolutely cannot accept a Blast for return or exchange after it
has been run.
Please read all of the operating instructions and precautions before
attempting to drive your new Blast. These instructions are written with
the assumption that this is your first radio-controlled model.
Even if
you are an experienced R/C enthusiast, it is important for you to read
and follow the procedures in this manual. Pay special attention to
the mechanical and safety precautions outlined in this manual.
If you have any questions about your new model, then call Traxxas’
technical support line at 1-888-TRAXXAS (1-888-872-9927 U.S.A.
residents only. Outside the U.S. call 972-265-8000). Technical support is
available Monday through Friday, from 8:30am to 9:00pm central time.
We hope that you will enjoy your Blast for many hours to come.
PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
If the precautions are followed, and your Blast is operated sensibly and
with care at all times, it is exciting, safe and fun for you and your
spectators. Failure to operate your Blast in a safe and responsible
manner could result in property damage and injury. Please make sure
to follow the instructions and adhere to the precautions.
The Blast is not intended for use by children without a responsible
adult supervising. Every precaution outlined in this manual should be
followed to help ensure safe operation. Traxxas is not liable for any loss
or damages, whether direct, indirect, special, incidental, or
consequential, arising from the use, misuse or abuse of this product
including any chemical or accessory required to operate it.
Do not drive the Blast at night.
Never, under any circumstances, operate the Blast in any
water where people are swimming or wading. The Blast is very
fast and could cause injury if it should collide with anyone.
Because the Blast is controlled by radio, it is subject to radio
interference from many sources that are beyond your
control. Since radio interference can cause momentary loss
of radio control, always allow a safety margin in all directions
around the boat in order to prevent collisions.
Do not reach underneath the rear of the Blast, the propeller
could spin unexpectedly. Always pick up the boat from the front
or the side.
Because of the many dangers involved with any body of water,
Traxxas recommends that you never try to wade or swim to
retrieve the boat. Page 5 of this manual outlines safer
methods for boat retrieval.
Due to the high-performance nature of the Stinger 20-turn
electric motor, it will become extremely hot during use. Do not
touch the motor when installing and removing battery packs.
Most importantly, use good common sense when you are
near water to avoid mishaps such as slipping on a muddy bank.
Always observe water safety rules and regulations.
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT:
To operate the Blast, you will need the following equipment, all of it
should be available from your hobby shop.
1. Small Phillips head and flat screwdrivers (for adjustments)
2. “AA” size batteries for your transmitter(8)
3. 7.2V, 6-cell rechargeable battery pack (1700mah is best)
4. Charger for the battery pack
5. Model paints for detailing the drivers
WHERE TO RUN:
Select a body of water (must be at least 10-inches deep) which is calm
and free of debris, tree stumps, moss, etc. Also, find a clean, stable area
of shoreline to launch from. Be aware that some ponds restrict the use
of model boats. Always choose a launch site which is downwind so
that the wind and waves will drift the boat back to you if it should ever
flip.
Do not run the Blast in salt water.
RADIO SYSTEM TERMINOLOGY:
Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with these radio system terms.
Channel - The 27 MHz frequency band is divided into 6 channels so that
up to six models can be operated simultaneously. Each channel is
referred to by its flag color and channel number, as shown below.
Clearing Your Frequency - A routine, verbal check to make sure nobody
else in your area is operating on the same channel. Always clear your
frequency by calling out your channel number before operating your
model. Wait or move to another area if your channel is already
being used.
Crystal (X-tal) - The plug-in device that determines which channel the
radio system will operate on. For each channel, there are two crystals,
one for the receiver and one for the transmitter. Of those two crystals,
the one marked with the lower number (.455 MHz lower) must be
inserted into the receiver.
Frequency Band - The radio frequency used by the transmitter to send
signals to your Blast. All Traxxas RTR models operate on a 27 MHz
frequency band.
Neutral Position - The standing position that the servos seek when the
transmitter controls are at the neutral setting.
NiCad - Refers to rechargeable, nickel-cadmium batteries. The most
economical choice, since they may be recharged up to 500 times.
Receiver - The radio unit inside your Blast that receives signals from the
transmitter and relays them to the servos.
Servos - Small motor units in your Blast that operate the throttle and
steering mechanisms.
Transmitter - The hand-held radio unit that sends throttle and steering
instructions to your Blast.
Trim - The fine-tuning adjustment of the neutral position of the servos,
made by turning the throttle and steering trim knobs on the face of
the transmitter.
Electronic Speed Control - Controls the speed of the boat. Fully
digital-proportional for precise throttle control at all speeds.
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Channel Frequency Band
Flag Color Traxxas Part No.
1
26.995
Brown
2031
2
27.045
Red
2032
3
27.095
Orange
2033
4
27.145
Yellow
2034
5
27.195
Green
2035
6
27.255
Blue
2036
