Axial AE-5 Forward/Reverse ESC w/ Drag Brake

The diagram illustrates the connection of the Axial AE-5 ESC. It shows a battery pack connecting to the ESC via red (+) and black (-) wires. The ESC then connects to a motor via red and black wires. Another wire from the ESC is labeled "To Receiver" and connects to the receiver. The ESC unit itself is depicted with labels for "DRAG BRAKE 100% 50%" and battery type indicators (LiPo, NiMH/NiCd).

Setup

• Mount the ESC in an area that is well ventilated and isolated from vibration and shock.
• Connect the ESC wires to the motor: red-to-red & black-to-black.
• Plug the receiver wire into the throttle channel on the receiver. The black negative wire should be towards the outside of the receiver.
• Before plugging the battery into the ESC, ensure your transmitter is on and the throttle trim is set at zero.
• Plug in the battery to the ESC with the ESC switch in the OFF position.
• To calibrate the ESC, turn on the transmitter keeping the throttle stick at its neutral position.
• Wait for 3 seconds to let the ESC execute self-test and automatic throttle calibration.
• When the ESC is ready to run, a long beep sound is emitted from the motor.

Do not reverse the battery wire connections! Reversing the battery polarity will permanently damage the ESC.

Notes

• Drag Brake is set to 100% from the factory.
• LiPo Cut-Off is set to "ON" from the factory.

⚠️ CONNECT THE BATTERY PACK JUST BEFORE DRIVING AND DISCONNECT IT IMMEDIATELY AFTER. ALWAYS MAKE SURE YOU ARE CONNECTING THE ESC TO A PROPER POWER SOURCE THAT HAS THE CORRECT VOLTAGE & POLARITY. INCORRECT VOLTAGES OR REVERSED POLARITY WILL DAMAGE THE ESC. ONCE THE BATTERY PACK IS CONNECTED, HANDLE THE MODEL WITH EXTREME CARE, MAKE SURE YOU ARE CLEAR OF ALL ROTATING PARTS.

Specifications

Beep Sound and LED Status