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 ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE

Failsafe

Your Traxxas radio system is 
equipped with a built-in failsafe 
function that returns the throttle 
to its last saved neutral position in 
the event of a signal loss. The LED 
on the transmitter and the receiver 
will rapidly flash red.

LED Color / Pattern

Name

Notes

Solid green

Normal Driving Mode

See page 11 for information on how to use your transmitter controls.

Slow red (0.5 sec on / 0.5 sec off)

Binding

See page 12 for more information on binding.

Flashing fast green (0.1 sec on / 0.15 sec off)

Throttle Trim Seek Mode

Turn the Multi-Function knob right or left until the LED stops flashing.  
See page 36 for more information.

Flashing medium red (0.25 sec on / 0.25 sec off)

Low Battery Alarm

Put new batteries in the transmitter. See page 10 for more information.

Flashing fast red (0.125 sec on / 0.125 sec off)

Link Failure / Error

Transmitter and receiver are no longer bound. Turn the system off and then 
back on to resume normal operation. Find source of the link failure (i.e., out of 
range, low batteries, damaged antenna).

Programming Patterns

Counts out number (green or red), then pauses

Current menu position

See Menu Tree for more information.

Fast green 8 times

Menu setting accepted (on SET)

Fast red 8 times

Menu SET invalid

User error, such as trying to delete a locked model.

LED Color / Pattern

Name

Notes

Solid green

Normal Driving Mode

See page 11 for information on how to use your transmitter controls.

Slow red (0.5 sec on / 0.5 sec off)

Binding

See page 12 for more information on binding.

Flashing fast red (0.125 sec on / 0.125 sec off)

Fail-Safe / Low Voltage Detect

Consistent low voltage in the receiver triggers Fail-Safe so there is enough 
power to center the throttle servo before it completely loses power.

x

8

x

8

or

TRANSMITTER LED CODES

RECEIVER LED CODES

Steering and Throttle End Points

The TQi transmitter allows you to choose the limit of the servo’s travel 
range (or its “end point”) independently for left and right travel (on the 
steering channel) and throttle/brake travel (on the throttle channel). 
This allows you to fine-tune the servo settings to prevent binding 
caused by the servo moving steering or throttle linkages (in the case 
of a nitro model) farther than their mechanical limits. The end point 
adjustment settings you select will represent what you wish to be the 
servo’s maximum travel; the Steering Percentage or Braking Percentage 
functions will not override the End Point settings. 

Steering and Throttle Sub-Trim

The Sub-Trim function is used to precisely set the neutral point of the 
steering or throttle servo in the event that simply setting the trim knob 
to “zero” does not completely center the servo. When selected, Sub-Trim 
allows finer adjustment to the servo output shaft’s position for precise 
setting of the neutral point. Always set the Steering Trim knob to zero 
before making final adjustment (if required) using Sub-Trim. If Throttle 
Trim has been previously adjusted, the Throttle Trim will need to be 
reprogrammed to “zero” before making final adjustment using Sub-Trim.

Setting Lock

Once you’ve adjusted all of these settings the way you like them, you 
may want to disable the Multi-Function knob so none of your settings 
can be changed. This is especially handy if you operate multiple vehicles 
with a single transmitter via Traxxas Link

 Model Memory.

Multiple Settings and the Multi-Function Knob

It is important to note that settings made with the Multi-Function 
knob are “overlaid” on top of each other. For example, if you assign the 
Multi-Function to adjust Steering Percentage and set it for 50%, then 
reassign the knob to control Steering Sensitivity, the transmitter will 
“remember” the Steering Percentage setting. Adjustments you make 
to Steering Sensitivity will be applied to the 50% steering throw setting 
you selected previously. Likewise, setting the Multi-Function knob to 
“disabled” will prevent the knob from making further adjustments, but 
the last setting of the Multi-Function knob will still apply.

Содержание Nitro rustler 44096-3

Страница 1: ...owner s manual MODEL 44096 3...

Страница 2: ...d proven to produce the best performing engine possible Using traditional or old fashioned procedures could reduce engine performance and longevity 3 BEFORE YOU PROCEED 4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 5 TOOLS SU...

Страница 3: ...s and helpful hints identified by the icons below Be sure to read them An important warning about personal safety or avoiding damage to your model and related components Special advice from Traxxas to...

Страница 4: ...range You must extend the antenna wire in the model as far as possible for maximum range In doing so the antenna wire will be extended outside of the vehicle body Do not wrap or coil the antenna wire...

Страница 5: ...el see page 18 Small flat blade screwdriver for tuning 1 8 inch blade After run oil to protect the engine from corrosion NiMH 7 2V battery pack 10 quart 5010 20 quart 5020 33 quart 5030 10 gallon 5060...

Страница 6: ...ock Oil Damper Tie Rod Turnbuckle Throttle Brake Servo Transmission Air Filter Pipe Header Engine see pg 14 for details Pressure Line Fuel Line EZ Start Motor EZ Start Plug Shock Tower Body Mount Spur...

Страница 7: ...RX 2 5 5 Install batteries in the transmitter See page 10 14 Break in your engine See pages 24 26 Nitro Rustler requires 4 AA alkaline or rechargeable batteries for the transmitter sold separately Fol...

Страница 8: ...ure of the capacity of the battery pack The higher the number the longer the battery will last between recharges Neutral position The standing position that the servos seek when the transmitter contro...

Страница 9: ...ditional decals are printed on self adhesive clear mylar and are die cut for easy removal Use a hobby knife to lift the corner of a decal and lift it from the backing To apply the decals place one end...

Страница 10: ...tab and sliding the door open 2 Install the batteries in the correct orientation as indicated in the battery compartment 3 Reinstall the battery compartment door and snap it closed 4 Turn on the trans...

Страница 11: ...k batteries will limit the radio signal between the receiver and the transmitter Loss of the radio signal can cause you to lose control of your model RADIO SYSTEM BASIC ADJUSTMENTS Throttle Neutral Ad...

Страница 12: ...Have a friend hold the model with the engine off 3 Walk away from the model with the transmitter until you reach the farthest distance you plan to operate the model 4 Operate the controls on the trans...

Страница 13: ...n and off to test how it is making your control of the vehicle easier and more precise For more information visit Traxxas com tsm Note TSM must be completely turned off while adjusting steering trim I...

Страница 14: ...e break in will take between one and two hours Old style break in procedures such as idling the engine on the bench for several tanks of fuel or simply running the engine with a very rich fuel mixture...

Страница 15: ...Head Cylinder head EZ Start Motor Low Speed Needle Throttle Arm Clutch Bell Flywheel Carburetor Air Intake Fuel Intake High Speed Needle Idle Speed Adjustment Screw EZ Start Plug Positive Wire Negativ...

Страница 16: ...re inside the crankcase Crankcase The engine s body that contains all of the running mechanical components Crankshaft The main shaft of the engine that holds the reciprocating assembly Cooling fins Th...

Страница 17: ...nnecting rod and moves up and down in the cylinder sleeve The precise fit between the piston and the sleeve creates a seal that allows the engine to have the required compression for combustion Port P...

Страница 18: ...ps more power and a smooth throttle response For those who want to run higher nitro 33 Top Fuel is the optimum nitro percentage for the TRX 2 5 Racing Engine Increasing the nitro beyond 33 can introdu...

Страница 19: ...dirt constantly move through the filter anytime the engine is running Even if you can t see dirt on the filter it is present inside the foam after any amount of run time If you exceed the recommended...

Страница 20: ...o meter the fuel and maintain the ideal air fuel ratio in these ever changing conditions For example colder air is more dense more air molecules for a given volume of air and therefore requires more f...

Страница 21: ...not re adjust your carburetor from the factory settings until after the engine is started and running and you have been able to observe the engine running to assess what minor adjustments may be requ...

Страница 22: ...Do not charge batteries inside of an automobile Read the Safety Precautions section of this guide 1 Plug the charger into a 12 volt automotive auxiliary power socket The charger is compatible with 12...

Страница 23: ...on 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...

Страница 24: ...raking could cause the engine to stall unnecessarily Special break in fuels are not recommended Use the same fuel you plan to use everyday If possible avoid breaking in the engine on extremely hot or...

Страница 25: ...may increase and cause the model to try to creep forward when stopped Reduce the idle speed by turning the idle speed adjustment screw see page 15 on the carburetor counterclockwise 3 When the fuel t...

Страница 26: ...sleeve to wear prematurely Wrap the cooling head with a paper towel clean rag or sock to help keep the engine running around the recommended 200 to 215 F break in temp If too much heat is contained t...

Страница 27: ...ng gradually lean the high speed fuel mixture in 1 16 turn increments Make several high speed passes after each adjustment to clear out the engine and note any change in performance The TRX 2 5 is ext...

Страница 28: ...e idle speed adjustment screw to control engine idle 1 When the throttle servo is in its neutral position the throttle slide should be stopped against the idle speed adjustment screw 2 Turn the screw...

Страница 29: ...in seventy degree weather For this reason we cannot give you a definitive temperature range that indicates the best possible engine tuning There is NO optimal temperature that can be used as a target...

Страница 30: ...g distances This could cause the engine to build up enough speed to exceed maximum safe RPM limits Don t drive your Nitro Rustler with drivetrain damage of any kind The engine could be damaged due to...

Страница 31: ...each front wheel Use the turnbuckles to adjust the alignment Adjusting the Camber The camber angle of both the front and rear wheels can be adjusted with the camber rods upper turnbuckles Use a squar...

Страница 32: ...sleeve should be replaced when they no longer seal effectively loss of compression Symptoms include the engine being difficult to start when warm stalling when warm and stalling when throttle is sudde...

Страница 33: ...ions 6 Place a rag or paper towel over the engine to catch any WD 40 or after run oil that may come out of the carburetor or glow plug hole 7 Connect the EZ Start controller to the model and spin the...

Страница 34: ...EZ Start motor in the Nitro Rustler The red wire should connect to the positive motor terminal indicated by a red dot next to the terminal The engine could be flooded If too much fuel accumulates in...

Страница 35: ...r too long during startup then it can become flooded with fuel When the engine is flooded it will no longer turn due to excess fuel in the combustion chamber preventing upward movement of the piston U...

Страница 36: ...ring Turning the Multi Function knob fully clockwise will deliver maximum steering throw turning the knob counterclockwise reduces steering throw note turning the dial counterclockwise to its stop wil...

Страница 37: ...the servo s travel range or its end point independently for left and right travel on the steering channel and throttle brake travel on the throttle channel This allows you to fine tune the servo setti...

Страница 38: ...e to select any model from a list of model memory entries The transmitter and receiver do it all for you automatically To activate Model Lock 1 Switch on the transmitter and receiver you wish to lock...

Страница 39: ...s how to navigate through the TQi transmitter s various settings and functions Press and hold MENU to enter the Menu Tree and use the following commands to navigate through the menu and select options...

Страница 40: ...LED blinks Press SET red LED blinks x3 Press MENU twice red LED blinks x3 Turn steering wheel to desired max left and right travel x8 Press SET to save each position Turn steering wheel to test settin...

Страница 41: ...ms minimums or averages Use the recording function to document your dashboard view with sound so that you can keep your eyes on your driving and not miss a single apex Manage up to 30 Models with Trax...

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