1/8 Scale NHRA MODEL 6907 Funny Car Race Replica OWNERS MANUAL INTRODUCTION 3 BEFORE YOU Thank you for purchasing the Traxxas NHRA Funny Car. In addition PROCEED to capturing the look of a full-size Funny Car with its incredibly Traxxas Support scale appearance, your model accurately simulates genuine Traxxas support is with you every step of the 4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Funny Car performance as well. The included Traxxas ET-3S way. Refer to the next page to find out how to Brushless Power System delivers powerful throttle response, and contact us and what your support options are. 5 TOOLS, SUPPLIES, the unique, 4-channel TQi radio system is customized for drag- AND REQUIRED Quick Start EQUIPMENT racing use with its innovative Burnout, Staging, and Race Modes, and electronic Launch Control. Only Traxxas offers such detail, This manual is designed with a Quick 6 ANATOMY OF performance, and fun in a realistic, race replica. Get ready for a new Start path that outlines the necessary THE MODEL kind of R/C experience! procedures to get your model up and running in the shortest time possible. If you are an 7 QUICK START: This manual contains the instructions you will need to operate experienced R/C enthusiast you will find it helpful and fast. GETTING UP and maintain your model so that you can enjoy it for years to Be sure and read through the rest of the manual to learn TO SPEED come. We know you’re excited about getting your new model about important safety, maintenance, and adjustment procedures. Turn to page 7 to begin. 7 RAISING AND on the road, but it’s very important that you take the time to ADJUSTING THE BODY read through the Owner’s Manual. This manual contains all the necessary set-up and operating procedures that will allow you to 8 TRAXXAS TQi unlock the performance potential that Traxxas engineers designed RADIO SYSTEM into your model. Also be sure to read and follow ALL precautions and warnings in this manual, on all documents enclosed with 14 ADJUSTING THE your model, and on all labels or tags attached to your model ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL or model’s accessories. They are there to educate you on how to operate your model safely and also get maximum life and 15 DRIVING YOUR MODEL performance from your model. Even if you are an experienced R/C enthusiast, it’s important to read and follow the procedures in 17 TUNING this manual and all accompanying documents. We work hard every ADJUSTMENTS day to ensure you receive the highest level of customer satisfaction possible. We truly want you to enjoy your new model! 21 MAINTAINING YOUR MODEL Thank you again for going with Traxxas. 22 TQi ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE 2 • TRAXXAS BEFORE YOU PROCEED Carefully read and follow all instructions in this and any Support Traxxas accompanying materials to prevent serious damage to your If you have any questions about your model or its operation, 6250 Traxxas Way McKinney, TX 75070 model. Failure to follow these instructions will be considered call the Traxxas Technical Support line toll-free at: Phone: 972-265-8000 abuse and/or neglect. 1-888-TRAXXAS (1-888-872-9927)* Toll-free 1-888-TRAXXAS Before running your model, look over this entire manual and Technical support is available Monday through Friday from Internet examine the model carefully. If for some reason you decide it is 8:30am to 9:00pm central time. Technical assistance is also Traxxas.com not what you wanted, then do not continue any further. Return available at Traxxas.com. You may also e-mail customer support E-mail: [email protected] the model to your hobby dealer. Note that your hobby dealer with your question at [email protected]. Join thousands of Entire contents ©2013 Traxxas. Traxxas, absolutely cannot accept an item for return or exchange after it registered members in our online community at Traxxas.com. Ready-To-Race, Ready-To-Win and has been run or is otherwise no longer in as-new condition. ProGraphix are trademarks or registered Traxxas offers a full-service, on-site repair facility to handle any trademarks of Traxxas. Other brand names of your Traxxas service needs. Maintenance and replacement and marks are the property of their respective Note: The Power System is NOT WATERPROOF. parts may be purchased directly from Traxxas by phone or holders and are used only for purposes of Do not expose the power system to any type of water, identification. No part of this manual may online at BuyTraxxas.com. You can save time, along with shipping condensation, or moisture. Water damage voids warranty coverage. be reproduced or distributed in print or and handling costs, by purchasing replacement parts from your electronic media without the express written local dealer. permission of Traxxas. Specifications are Warnings, Helpful Hints, & Cross-References subject to change without notice. Throughout this manual, you’ll notice warnings and helpful hints Do not hesitate to contact us with any of your product identified by the icons below. Be sure to read them! support needs. We want you to be thoroughly satisfied with your new model! An important warning about personal safety or avoiding damage to your model and related components. REGISTERING YOUR MODEL In order to serve you better as our customer, please register Special advice from Traxxas to make things easier your product within 10 days of your purchase online at Traxxas. and more fun. com/register or mail the enclosed registration card. Traxxas.com/register Refers you to a page with a related topic. Ford Oval and nameplates are registered trademarks owned and licensed by Ford Motor Company. TM and © National Hot Rod Association 2012. All rights reserved. The trademark NHRA and other trademarks used are the exclusive property of the National Hot Rod Association and used only with its permission. NHRA and the NHRA names and logos are service marks, trademarks, and/or registered trademarks of the National Hot Rod Association. ® and © Copyright 2012 The Maxx Trust. All Rights Reserved. Courtney Force and all logos and likenesses are trademarks exclusively licensed to John Force Racing, Inc. Used with permission. www.johnforce.com *US residents only TRAXXAS • 3 Skill Level = Myriad Semi Bold Skill Level = Myriad Semi Bold SAFETY PRECAUTIONS All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model. Operate LiPo Batteries your model sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, safe, and WARNING: Lithium Polymer (LiPo) batteries require special care and All instructions and fun for you and those around you. Failure to operate your model in handling procedures for long life and safe operation. LiPo batteries precautions outlined in this a safe and responsible manner may result in property damage and are intended only for advanced users that are educated on the risks manual should be strictly serious injury. The precautions outlined in this manual should be strictly followed to ensure safe associated with LiPo battery use. Traxxas does not recommend that followed to help ensure safe operation. You alone must see that the operation of your model. anyone under the age of 14 use or handle LiPo battery packs without bluehighwayinstructions are followed font and the precautions are adhered to. the supervision of a knowledgeable and responsible adult. bluehighway fontIMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER LiPo batteries have a minimum safe discharge voltage threshold that should not be exceeded. The ESC is equipped with built-in Low-Voltage This model is not intended • Your model is not intended for use on public roads or congested Detection that alerts the driverBELOW when LiPo TEXT batteries HAS haveBEEN reached UPDATED their on 3-14-07 for use by children under areas where its operation can conflict with or disrupt pedestrian or minimum voltage (discharge)Kent threshold. wants It is maintenance the driver’s responsibility text to be at the END of the paragraph.-- KB 114 years of2 age without 3 the 3+vehicular traffic. 4 5 BELOW TEXT HAS BEEN UPDATED on 3-14-07 to stop immediately to prevent the battery pack from being supervision of a responsible • Never, under any circumstances, operate the model in crowds of dischargedKent below wants its maintenancesafe minimum threshold. text to be at the END of the paragraph.-- KB 1 2 3and knowledgeable 3+ adult. 4people. 5Your model is very fast and could cause injury if allowed to collide with anyone. Low-Voltage DetectionChoose on the speed the control Model is just That one part is of Right a For You. For individual Models comprehensive plan for safe LiPo battery use. It is critical for you, • Because your model is controlled by radio, it is subject to radio Choose the Model That is Right For You. For individual Models the user, to followNo previous all other experience instructions with radiosupplied controlled by the models battery is required. No previous experience with radio controlled models is required. interference from many sources that are beyond your control. Since manufacturer andModels the require charger a minimum manufacturer of setup, for maintenance, proper charging, or support use, equipment. Model requires a minimum of setup, maintenance, or support equipment. radio interference can cause momentary losses of radio control, always No previousand experiencestorage of with LiPo radio batteries. controlled Make models sure is yourequired. understand how toNo use previous experience with radio controlled models is required. allow a safety margin in all directions around the model in order to Models requireyour LiPo a minimum batteries. of setup, Be aware maintenance, that Traxxas or support shall notequipment. be liable for anyModel requires a minimum Previous of setup, experience maintenance, with orradio support controlled equipment.