FTX Tracer Brushless 1:16 Scale RC Vehicle

Congratulations on your purchase of this FTX Tracer Brushless 16th Scale Vehicle.

This scale model has been factory assembled and all electrics installed and set up to make it the easiest possible introduction to the sport of driving RC cars.

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 NOT a toy and must be operated with caution and common sense. Failure to operate this product in a safe and responsible manner could result in damage, injury or damage to other property. This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual, prior to assembly, set-up or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.

Safety Precautions and Warnings

• You are responsible for operating this model such that it does not endanger yourself and others, or result in damage to the product or the property of others.
• This model is controlled by a radio which is possibly subject to interference which can cause momentary loss of control so it is advisable to always keep a safe distance to avoid collisions or injury.
• Age Recommendation: 14 years or over. This is not a toy. This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision.

Carefully follow these directions and warnings, plus those of any additional equipment associated with the use of this model, chargers, ESC and motors, radio etc.

• Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.
• Always operate your model in an open area away from cars, traffic or people.
• Never operate the model in the street or in populated areas.
• Always keep the vehicle in direct line of sight, you cannot control what you cannot see!
• Keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out of the reach of children.
• Although splash-proof the car and electronics are not designed to be subjected to extended moisture exposure or submersion. To do so will result in permanent damage.
• Avoid injury from high speed rotating parts, gears and axles etc.
• Novices should seek advice from more experienced people to operate the model correctly and meet its performance potential.
• Exercise caution when using tools and sharp instruments.
• Do not put fingers or any objects inside rotating and moving parts.
• Take care when carrying out repairs or maintenance as some parts may be sharp.
• Do NOT touch equipment such as the motor, electronic speed control and battery, immediately after using your model because they can generate high temperatures.
• Always turn on your transmitter before you turn on the receiver in the car. Always turn off the receiver before turning your transmitter off.
• Keep the wheels of the model off the ground, and keep your hands away from the wheels when checking the operation of the radio equipment.
• Prolong motor life by preventing overheat conditions. Undue motor wear can result from frequent turns, rapid change of direction forwards/backwards, continuous stop/starts, pushing/pulling objects, driving in deep sand and tall grass, or driving continuously up hill.

Contents:

• FTX Tracer Brushless Truck
• Transmitter: 2.4ghz Steerwheel
• Charger: USB Charger
• Battery: 1000mAH 2S 7.4V LiPo
• LED Light Set

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT FOR OPERATION

1. Tools required for building and maintenance:

• Hobby knife
• Precision ruler
• Needle nose pliers
• Lexan scissors
• Flat and Philips screwdriver
• Wire cutters
• Cross wrench
• Cross wrench
• CA glue & rubber cement
• Thread locking compound
• Hex wrench (1.5mm, 2.0mm, 2.5mm)

WARNING!

Do not use a power screw driver to install screws into nylon or plastic materials. The fast locking may heat up the screws being installed that may break the molded parts or strip the threads during installation.

2. Additional items needed for operation:

• 3 pcs AA Alkaline Batteries

IMPORTANT!

Check that all screws and nuts are tight before each use.

INSTALLING HEADLIGHTS & REAR WING

INSTALLING HEADLIGHTS

1) The headlight, which is provided as a gift in the box, is not installed on the car.

2) Please take out the headlight, the zip ties, and the adhesive tape from the box. (See Photo 1)

3) Please plug the headlight plug into the slot on the ESC/Receiver. (See Photo 2). Note: Do not force while plugging or unplugging.

4) Please apply the adhesive tape to the headlight board and stick it on the upper deck as shown in Photo 3.

5) Gently insert the headlights into the slots on the back of the front bumper. Make sure they are in place. (See Photo 4 and Photo 5)

6) Please keep the wires in order and bind them up with the aid of the zip ties. (See Photo 6)

INSTALLING REAR WING (TRUGGY ONLY)

To reduce the package space in accordance with the freight regulations, the factory does NOT install the off-road wing when this stadium truck leaves the factory. The wing is separately supplied as a part in the box. Please install the wing onto the truck with the two screws as shown in the photos above.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR RC VEHICLE

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR 2.4GHZ TRANSMITTER

1) Steering Wheel, 2) Throttle Trigger, 3) Battery Compartment, 4) Steering Trim, 5) Steering Direction Reverse, 6) Power Indicator (Red), 7) ON/OFF Power Switch, 8) Steering D/R, 9) Speed Selection, 10) Throttle Forward/backward Reverse, 11) Power Indicator (Green), 12) Bind/Mode Button

Slide and remove the battery cover from the transmitter, install three AA size batteries (1.5V, each), and replace the battery cover. Do not reverse the polarities when installing. Always use batteries of same brand and remove batteries when not in use. Make sure battery power is sufficient before use.

Power Indicators (Red/Green):

The lights indicate the current status of the transmitter batteries. When both power indicator lights are illuminated, the batteries have sufficient capacity to power the transmitter safely. If the green power indicator light begins to flash, the batteries are loosing power and should be replaced soon. If both power indicator lights begin to flash, the batteries have only limited capacity to power the transmitter. In this case, the batteries should be replaced as soon as is safely possible.

Brushless ESC/Receiver

Power Switch: Press and hold for 2-3 seconds to switch on or off.

• 1) Power Indicator
• 2) Servo Slot (3-pin) (for 3-wire Servo)
• 3) Aux. Slot (for LED light if it contains LED)
• 4) For Motor Plugs

Always straighten the antenna for the best performance. DO NOT USE THE TRANSMITTER WITH LOW BATTERY POWER.

RUNNING YOUR CAR

1. TURNING ON THE RECEIVER OF YOUR CAR

The power switch is located on the esc/receiver unit. Press and hold the power switch for 2-3 seconds until the LED on the ESC (or headlight LED if fitted) blinks. It will be a few seconds before the LEDs stop blinking and become solid.

2. TURN ON THE RADIO CONTROLLER

Switch on the power switch on the radio controller. Your radio is bound with your car automatically.

3. CHECK STEERING PERFORMANCE

1. To keep the car running straight, keep the steering wheel centered.
2. Turn the steering wheel to the right to allow the car to right.
3. Turn the steering wheel to the left to allow the car to turn to the left.

4. CHECK TRIGGER RESPONSE

A. Pull the trigger back to accelerate, release it to decelerate.

B. To stop running your car, release the trigger to neutral.

C. Pushing the trigger forward activates reverse.

PLEASE NOTE: THE MODEL SWITCHES BETWEEN FORWARD AND REVERSE INSTANTLY FOR SLOW SPEED MANOEUVRABILITY. EXCESSIVE USE OF THIS FEATURE CAN CAUSE TRANSMISSION AND ESC DAMAGE.

5) Steering Trim Knob:

Left Knob. Used to set the steering neutral point on front wheels. If the front wheels on the vehicle veer in one direction while the steering wheel is centered, turn this knob in the opposite direction until the vehicle drives straight.

6) Speed Knob:

Right Knob. The Speed Switch is actually the throttle limiter. Turning down the knob all the way will reduce the maximum speed down to 40% of maximum speed. Turning up the knob will increase max speed up to 100%. It is advisable to operate the vehicle on the slower setting until you have had enough practice before operating at higher speeds.

7) Steering Direction Reverse Switch:

If the vehicle turns right when you steer left, flip "Steering Reverse" switch. If the vehicle turns left when you steer right, flip "Steering Reverse" switch.

8) Throttle Forward/backward Reverse Switch:

If the vehicle goes backwards when you pull the trigger, flip this switch. If the vehicle goes forwards when you push the trigger, flip this switch.

9) Steering Dual Rate (D/R) knob:

The steering dual rate knob allows you to change the amount of steering servo travel compared to the amount of physical movement of the steering wheel. The amount that you increase the steering dual rate is proportional with how much you move the steering dual rate knob. Adjustments can be made while driving. Increasing the steering dual rate (clockwise) makes the steering servo travel more, potentially preventing the vehicle from pushing during turns. Reducing the steering dual rate (counter-clockwise) makes the steering servo travel less, potentially reducing the amount of turn in in the corners.

CHARGING

8) CHARGING PROCESS

This USB charger is designed for charging 2S (7.4V) Li-ion or Li-Po battery packs. Specification: Input DC 5V, 2A; Output: 7.4V=Max. 1.3A.

Please follow the instructions for charging the battery. Remove the battery from the model and connect the pack to the white battery connector, with the USB connected to your power source.

Red LED (Power LED): Solid when the charger is connected to a power source (even if no battery is connected).

During charging, the Red LED remains solid and the Green LED (Charging LED) flashes slowly.

Green LED becomes solid when the battery pack is fully charged.

Alarm Indication: Red LED flashes rapidly, indicating the battery pack is damaged or over-discharged and cannot be charged. Replace the battery if this occurs.

Charging: Green LED flashes slowly.

Malfunction: Red LED flashes rapidly.

Battery pack fully charged: Both Red and Green LEDs are solid.

9 NOTES ON BATTERY USE

• Always allow the battery to cool after use before recharging.
• Always inspect the battery before charging. Any bare wires, split heat shrink, or leakage indicates abuse.
• Never attempt to charge dead or damaged batteries.
• Do not disassemble the battery or cut the connector wires.
• If the battery connector becomes hot enough to melt, there is likely a serious problem with your model, driveline, battery wires, or speed controller. Find and correct the problem before installing another charged battery pack.
• NEVER charge the battery unattended. Monitor the battery during charging to prevent overcharging.
• Charge the battery away from flammable objects and on a non-flammable surface in case it becomes too hot.

(Note: Your model is already bound from the factory)

Getting Started

Switch on the transmitter. Hold the vehicle clear of the ground, connect the battery pack, and switch on the receiver. Bind the Transmitter and receiver if required.

Test the transmitter to check control of the vehicle with wheels off the ground. Start driving slowly. If the vehicle does not go straight, adjust the steering trim dial on the Transmitter. For the very first run, use the throttle gently to gradually bed in the motor brushes and help the driver become accustomed to the vehicle's behavior and controls.

PLEASE NOTE:

Although the electronics are waterproof, the rest of the car can be subjected to damage if running in excessively wet or submerged conditions.

After Run:

Switch off the receiver power, switch off the transmitter, and lower the aerial. Disconnect the battery and remove it from the vehicle. Allow it to cool before recharging. If you have a second charged battery ready, allow the vehicle to cool slightly before installing the second battery.

Trouble shooting guide:

Regular maintenance.

Frequently check the whole vehicle for loose or missing fixings. Use thread lock on any replacement screws into metal threads. Frequently check rotating parts are free from grass, string etc. that might bind their motion and over stress the motor or speed controller. Remove the wheels occasionally and check behind the mounting hex for obstructions or anything that might have been wrapped around the axle and caused extra drag. Shock absorbers will wear prematurely if used in dirty dusty conditions. Replace oil and seals as required to keep a smooth dampening action.

Warranty

Due to the nature of this product and potential use, FTX warrants it to be free of material and workmanship defects when new. FTX will, at its sole discretion, repair or replace defective components free of charge within 30 days from the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover wear and tear, crash or impact damage, modifications, component water damage, failure to perform maintenance, or damage from improper use. Proof of purchase date will be required to action any warranty claims. In no case shall FTX's liability exceed the original cost of the purchased kit.

Instructions for disposal.

Environmental Protection Notes & WEEE

The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol shown here, which may be found on the product itself, in the operating instructions, or on the packaging, is in accordance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive. Individual markings indicate which materials can be recycled and re-used. You can make an important contribution to the protection of our common environment by re-using the product, recycling the basic materials, or recycling redundant equipment in other ways.

When this product comes to the end of its useful life, you must not dispose of it in the ordinary domestic waste. Many electrical items that we throw away can be repaired or recycled. Recycling items helps to save natural resources and also reduces the environmental and health impacts that are linked with sending electrical goods to landfill. The correct method of disposal is to take it to your local collection point for recycling electrical and electronic equipment. You can go to recycle-more.co.uk for details of locations.

Alternatively, FTX can offer customers free take-back of their WEEE on a like-for-like basis when they buy a new Electrical or Electronic product from us. For example, if a customer bought a new radio system from us or a dealer, we would accept their old radio and prevent it going into a landfill site by disposing of it safely. Customers must return their old WEEE item to us within 28 days of purchasing their new item.

Remove batteries from your device and dispose of them at your local collection point for batteries. If you don't know the location of your nearest disposal centre, please enquire at your local council office.

CML Distribution, Saxon House, Saxon Business Park, Hanbury Road, Bromsgrove, B60 4AD.

WEE/GB4215VX

GESTION DE VOTRE VOITURE

1. METTRE SUR ON INTERRUPTEUR

L'ensemble variateur/recepteur se situe sur ON comme montré sur la photo. Le bouton d'alimentation est situé sur l'ensemble récepteur / ESC. Restez appuyé sur le bouton d'alimentation pendant 2 - 3 secondes jusqu'à ce que la LED de l'ESC clignote. Cela peut prendre quelques secondes pour que la LED arrête de clignoter et reste allumée.

2. METTRE LA RADIO SUR ON

Mettre le bouton d'allumage de la radio sur ON. Votre voiture est automatiquement appairée avec votre radio.

3. ASSURE UNE BONNE PERFORMANCE DE PILOTAGE

1. Pour que la voiture aille droite, ne pas tourner le volant (le laisser au centre).
2. Tourner à droite pour permettre à votre d'aller à gauche.
3. Tourner à gauche pour permettre à votre voiture d'aller à droite.

4. VÉRIFIER LA REEPONSE DE LA GACHETTE

A. Tirer la gâchette en arrière pour accélérer? La lâcher pour décélérer et la pousser pour freiner.

B. Pour arrêter la voiture, lâchette jusqu'au neutre.

C. Pousser la gâchette vers l'avant active la marche arrière.

S'IL VOUS PLAÎT NOTEZ :

IMPORTANT: Veuillez noter que ce véhicule n'est pas étanche et ne doit pas être exécuté dans des conditions mouillées ou humides où l'humidité pourrait pénétrer dans l'électronique.

Arrêt du modèle

Eteignez l'interrupteur du récepteur (voiture), éteignez ensuite l'interrupteur de la radio-commande puis repliez l'antenne. Débranchez ensuite les batteries et retirez celles-ci de la voiture. Laissez les batteries refroidir avant de les recharger. Si vous possédez une seconde batterie déjà chargée, laissez le véhicule refroidir quelques minutes avant d'installer cette deuxième batterie.

Entretien.

Vérifiez souvent que les vis ne manquent pas ou ne sont pas desserrées. Utilisez Threadlocker pour tout remplacement de vis en métal. Vérifiez que les pièces rotatives sont libres (herbe, pierre, etc.). Si ces pièces ne sont pas libres, cela peut les endommager ou user le moteur ou l'entraînement. Retirez les roues et vérifiez que rien n'a glissé derrière l'hexagone de roue et empêche une bonne liberté de transmission. Les amortisseurs s'useront plus rapidement si vous roulez dans des conditions poussiéreuses, remplacez l'huile ainsi que les joints pour maintenir un bon amortissement.

Solutions aux problèmes:

Garantie

De par la nature de ce produit et l'utilisation potentielle, FTX garanti qu'il n'a pas de défaut lorsqu'il est neuf. FTX s'engage à réparer ou remplacer les composants défectueux gratuitement dans un délai de 30 jours à compter de la date d'achat. Cette garantie ne couvre pas l'usure normale, l'accident ou l'impact, les modifications, les dégâts des eaux (appareil n'étant pas étanche), le manque d'entretien ou de dommages causés par une mauvaise utilisation. La preuve de la date d'achat sera nécessaire lors des réclamations de garantie.

Instructions pour la mise au rebut.

Ce produit ne doit pas être jeté avec les autres déchets. L'utilisateur doit le déposer dans un point de collecte et de recyclage des déchets. Pour plus d'informations sur l'endroit où vous pouvez déposer vos déchets, s'il vous plaît contacter votre municipalité, ou bien où vous avez acheté le produit.

CML DISTRIBUTION, SAXON HOUSE, SAXON BUSINESS PARK, HANBURY ROAD, BROMSGROVE, B60 4AD.

WEE/GB4215VX

FTX TRACER EXPLODED PARTS DIAGRAM

SHOCK ASSEMBLY

Adjustment Ring: Rotate this ring to adjust spring tension for desired suspension travel.

DIFF. ASSEMBLY

STEERING ASSEMBLY

FTX TRACER EXPLODED PARTS DIAGRAM

CENTER DRIVE ASSEMBLY

FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY

REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY

FTX TRACER EXPLODED PARTS DIAGRAM

FRONT/REAR SHOCK TOWER BODY POST ASSEMBLY

FRONT BUMPER ASSEMBLY

REAR BUMPER ASSEMBLY (TRUCK ONLY)

FTX TRACER EXPLODED PARTS DIAGRAM

FTX TRACER EXPLODED PARTS DIAGRAM

FTX TRACER EXPLODED PARTS DIAGRAM

FTX TRACER EXPLODED PARTS DIAGRAM

FTX TRACER PARTS LISTING

FTX TRACER PARTS LISTING

FTX TRACER PARTS LISTING & OPTION PARTS

FTX TRACER PARTS LISTING & OPTION PARTS

FTX TRACER PARTS LISTING & OPTION PARTS

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