STAMPEDE 4X4 • 7
GETTING STARTED
INSTALLING TRANSMITTER BATTERIES
Your TQ 2.4GHz transmitter uses 4 AA batteries. The battery
compartment is located in the base of the transmitter.
1. Remove the battery compartment door by pressing the 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 transmitter and check the
status LED for a solid green light.
If the status LED flashes red, the transmitter batteries may be weak,
discharged, or possibly installed incorrectly. Replace with new or
freshly charged batteries. The status LED does not indicate the
charge level of the battery pack installed in the model. Refer to the
Troubleshooting section on page 13 for more information on the
transmitter’s status LED codes.
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
The included charger can be used to charge the included battery
pack. The battery pack should be removed from the vehicle before
charging. Do not leave the battery unattended while charging.
It is
normal for the battery to become slightly warm as it nears full-
charge, but the battery should never become hot. If the battery
becomes hot, disconnect it from the charger immediately.
1. Plug the charger into the wall. The LED on the charger should
glow green.
2. Connect the included battery pack to the charger output cord.
The LED will glow red, indicating the battery is charging.
3. The battery should charge for approximately 8 hours. The LED
will turn green when the battery is fully charged. Disconnect the
battery from the charger after charging.
Using Other Chargers
Another convenient option for charging the included battery
is an AC peak-detecting charger that plugs directly into an AC
wall outlet, such as the TRX EZ-Peak
™
(part #2930). It contains
special peak-detection circuitry that automatically shuts the
charger off when the battery is fully charged.
For faster charging, the included battery may be charged at
4 amps. The TRX EZ-Peak
™
is a 4 amp charger and will charge
the included battery in about 45 minutes!
CAUTION
: Never use a 15-minute timed charger to recharge
your model’s battery packs. Overcharging may result, causing
damage to the battery packs.
If the status LED doesn’t light
green, check the polarity
of the batteries. Check
rechargeable batteries for
a full charge. If you see any
other flashing signal from the
LED, refer to the chart on page
13 to identify the code.
Use the Right Batteries
Your transmitter uses AA
batteries. Use new alkaline
batteries (part # 2914) or
rechargeable batteries,
such as NiMH (nickel-metal
hydride) batteries, in your
transmitter. Make sure
rechargeable batteries are
fully charged according
to the manufacturer’s
instructions.
If you use rechargeable
batteries in your transmitter,
be aware that when they
begin to lose their charge,
they lose power more
quickly than regular alkaline
batteries.
CAUTION: Discontinue
running your model at the
first sign of weak batteries
(flashing red light) to avoid
losing control.
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