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1968 FORD
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F-100 ASCENDER
®
, BND • INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.
CONTENTS
WARNING:
Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating. Failure to operate the product
correctly can result in damage to the product, personal property and cause serious injury.
This is a sophisticated hobby product. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate
this Product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property. This product is not intended for use by
children without direct adult supervision. Do not use with incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions provided
by Horizon Hobby, LLC. This manual contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and
warnings in the manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.
WARNING AGAINST COUNTERFEIT PRODUCTS
Always purchase from a Horizon Hobby, LLC authorized dealer to ensure authentic high-quality
Spektrum product. Horizon Hobby, LLC disclaims all support and warranty with regards, but not limited to, compatibility and performance of
counterfeit products or products claiming compatibility with DSM
®
or Spektrum technology.
NOTICE
All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, LLC.
For up-to-date product literature, visit horizonhobby.com and click on the support tab for this product.
MEANING OF SPECIAL LANGUAGE
The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product:
WARNING:
Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage, and serious injury OR create a
high probability of superfi cial injury.
CAUTION:
Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of serious injury.
NOTICE:
Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND a little or no possibility of injury.
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COMPONENTS
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Vaterra® 1968 Ford® F-100 Ascender® 4WD RTR (VTR03093)
»
Spektrum™ 3-Channel DSMR® Surface Receiver (SPMSR310)
»
Spektrum™ 9KG 23T Waterproof Servo (SPMS605)
»
Dynamite® 60A Brushed Waterproof ESC (DYNS2210)
»
Dynamite® 540 Brushed Motor 35T (DYNS1216)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CONTENTS .................................................................................................................2
WATER-RESISTANT VEHICLE WITH WATERPROOF ELECTRONICS ......................3
QUICK START .............................................................................................................3
CHARGING THE BATTERY .........................................................................................3
INSTALLING THE BATTERY .......................................................................................4
BINDING YOUR SPEKTRUM TRANSMITTER ............................................................4
SPMSR310
RECEIVER
.......................................................................................4
DRIVING PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................................5
POWERING ON THE VEHICLE....................................................................................5
BEFORE RUNNING YOUR VEHICLE ...........................................................................5
RUN TIME ...................................................................................................................5
PERFORMING A CONTROL DIRECTION TEST ..........................................................6
DYNAMITE 60A BRUSHED WATERPROOF ESC ......................................................6
DYNAMITE 540 BRUSHED MOTOR 35T ..................................................................7
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ......................................................................................7
LIMITED WARRANTY .................................................................................................8
FCC
INFORMATION
............................................................................................9
ANTENNA SEPARATION DISTANCE ..................................................................9
IC
INFORMATION
................................................................................................9
WARRANTY AND SERVICE CONTACT INFORMATION .....................................9
EU COMPLIANCE STATEMENT .................................................................................9
REPLACEMENT PARTS .................................................................................... 31–32
OPTIONAL PARTS ................................................................................................... 32
EXPLODED VIEW .............................................................................................. 33–39
As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for operating in a
manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in damage
to the product or property of others.
This model is controlled by a radio signal subject to interference
from many sources outside your control. This interference can cause
momentary loss of control, so it is advisable to always keep a safe
distance in all directions around your model as this margin will help avoid
collisions or injury.
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Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.
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Always operate your model in open spaces away from full-size vehicles,
traffic and people.
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Never operate the model in the street or in populated areas for any
reason.
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Carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional
support equipment (chargers, rechargeable battery packs, etc.) you use.
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Keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out of the reach of
children.
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Never lick or place any portion of the model in your mouth as it could
cause serious injury or even death.
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Exercise caution when using tools and sharp instruments.
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Take care during maintenance as some parts may have sharp edges.
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Immediately after using your model, do NOT touch equipment such as
the motor, electronic speed control and battery, because they generate
high temperatures. You may burn yourself seriously touching them.
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Do not put fi ngers or any objects inside rotating and moving parts, as
this may cause damage or serious injury.
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Always turn on your transmitter before you turn on the receiver in the
car. Always turn off the receiver before turning your transmitter off .
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Keep the wheels of the model off the ground when checking the
operation of the radio equipment.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
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