SPARTAN • 3
BEFORE YOU PROCEED
Carefully read and follow all instructions in this and any
accompanying materials to prevent serious damage to your
model. Failure to follow these instructions will be considered
abuse and/or neglect.
Before running your model, look over this entire manual and
examine the model carefully. If for some reason you decide it is not
what you wanted, then do not continue any further.
Your hobby
dealer absolutely cannot accept a model for return or exchange
after it has been run.
Warnings, Helpful Hints, & Cross-References
Throughout this manual, you’ll notice warnings 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 make things easier
and more fun.
Refers you to a page with a related topic.
SUPPORT
If you have any questions about your model or its operation,
call the Traxxas Technical Support line toll-free at:
1-888-TRAXXAS (1-888-872-9927)
*
Technical support is available Monday through Friday from 8:30am
to 9:00pm central time. Technical assistance is also available at
Traxxas.com. You may also e-mail customer support with your
question at [email protected]. Join thousands of registered
members in our online community at Traxxas.com.
Traxxas offers a full-service, on-site repair facility to handle any
of your Traxxas service needs. Maintenance and replacement
parts may be purchased directly from Traxxas by phone or online
at BuyTraxxas.com. You can save time, along with shipping
and handling costs, by purchasing replacement parts from your
local dealer.
Do not hesitate to contact us with any of your product support needs.
We want you to be thoroughly satisfied with your new model!
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model. Operate
your model sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, safe, and fun
for you and those around you. Failure to operate your model in a safe and
responsible manner may result in property damage and serious injury.
The precautions outlined in this manual should be strictly followed to help
ensure safe operation. You alone must see that the instructions are followed
and the precautions are adhered to.
Important Points to Remember
• Do not drive your model at night.
• Never, under any circumstances, operate your model in any water where
people are swimming or wading. Your model is fast and could cause injury
if allowed to collide with anyone. Avoid running in areas reserved for water
fowl!
• Because your 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 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 your model. 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. The
Boat Retrieval section in this manual outlines safer, alternative methods for
boat retrieval.
• Due to the high-performance nature of the electric motor, it can become
hot during use. Do not touch the motor when installing and removing
battery packs.
• Most importantly, use good, common sense when you are around the
water to avoid mishaps such as slipping on a muddy bank. Always observe
water safety rules and regulations.
Speed Control
Your model’s electronic speed control (ESC) is an extremely powerful
electronic device capable of delivering high current. Please closely follow
these precautions to prevent damage to the speed control or other
components.
• Disconnect the Battery: Always disconnect the battery or batteries from the
speed control when not in use.
• Insulate the Wires: Always insulate exposed wiring with heat shrink tubing
to prevent short circuits.
• Transmitter on First: Switch on your transmitter first before switching on
the speed control to prevent runaways and erratic performance.
Traxxas
1100 Klein Road
Plano, Texas 75074
Phone: 972-265-8000
Toll-free 1-888-TRAXXAS
Internet
Traxxas.com
E-mail: [email protected]
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Traxxas, Spartan, Ready-To-Race,
Ready-To-Win and ProGraphix
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to change without notice.
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