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MODEL 49104-1 owner’s manual MODEL 49104-1 6200 TRAXXAS WAY, McKINNEY, TX 75070 1-888-TRAXXAS owner’s manual 141030 KC2230-R00 49104-1-KC2230-R00-T-Maxx-Operating.indd 36-37 10/30/14 2:13 PM INTRODUCTION 3 BEFORE YOU Thank you for purchasing a Traxxas T-Maxx Nitro Monster Truck. PROCEED Traxxas engineers have loaded your T-Maxx with innovative features Traxxas Support and incredible “drive-over-anything” performance that you won’t find Traxxas support is with you every step of the 4 SAFETY way. Refer to the next page to find out how to PRECAUTIONS anywhere else! contact us and what your support options are. Your T-Maxx combines automatic, two-speed shifting in forward 5 TOOLS, SUPPLIES, and reverse, with powerful four-wheel disc braking. The patented AND REQUIRED Quick Start transmission design and TQ 2.4GHz system put these functions right at EQUIPMENT This manual is designed with a Quick your fingertips. Start path that outlines the necessary 6 ANATOMY OF The TRX 2.5 engine is one of the most powerful engines of its size procedures to get your model up THE T-MAXX ever available in a Ready-To-Race® truck. Two years of engineering and running in the shortest time possible. If you are an development and advanced design, along with thousands of hours of experienced R/C enthusiast, you will find it helpful and fast. 7 QUICK START: testing, puts the TRX 2.5 in a class by itself. Each part of the TRX 2.5, Be sure and read through the rest of the manual to learn GETTING UP TO from the air filter on the slide carburetor, to the tip on the dyno-tuned about important safety, maintenance, and adjustment SPEED exhaust system, has been carefully engineered to provide maximum procedures. Turn to page 7 to begin. 8 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz power over the broadest RPM range. RADIO SYSTEM We know you’re excited about getting your new T-Maxx on T-Maxx is made to be a complete package that starts with the the road, but it’s very important that you take some time to 14 THE TRX 2.5 highest level of engineering and is equipped stock with one of the read through the Owner’s Manual. This manual contains all the RACING ENGINE most powerful Ready-To-Race® engines available. We want you necessary set-up, break-in, tuning, and operating procedures that to feel confident that you own the best-performing truck in the allow you to unlock the incredible performance and adjustment 29 DRIVING market and that it is backed by a team of professionals who aim potential that Traxxas engineers designed into T-Maxx. Even if you YOUR T-MAXX to provide the highest level of factory support possible. T-Maxx are an experienced R/C enthusiast, it’s important to read and is about experiencing total performance and satisfaction, not just follow the procedures in this manual. Pay particular attention to 30 TUNING with your truck, but also with the company that stands behind it. ADJUSTMENTS the fuel and break-in requirements for the engine. The advanced design of the TRX Racing Engine has a special break-in procedure Thank you again for going with Traxxas. We work hard every day 33 MAINTAINING that has been developed and proven to produce the best- to ensure you receive the highest level of customer satisfaction AND STORING performing engine possible. Using traditional or old-fashioned possible. We truly want you to enjoy your new T-Maxx! YOUR T-MAXX procedures could reduce engine performance and longevity. 35 TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR T-MAXX FCC Compliance This device contains a module that complies with the limits for a Class B digital device as described in part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The limits for a Class B digital device are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in residential settings. This product generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy, and, if not operated in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Canada, Industry Canada (IC) This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 and RSS-210. This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause interference, and This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Statement This equipment complies with radio frequency exposure limits set forth by FCC and Industry Canada for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body or bystanders and must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. 2 • T-MAXX 49104-1-KC2230-R00-T-Maxx-Operating.indd 2 10/30/14 5:09 PM BEFORE YOU PROCEED Carefully read and follow all instructions in this and any accompanying SUPPORT Traxxas materials to prevent serious damage to your model. Failure to follow If you have any questions about your model or its operation, 6200 Traxxas Way these instructions will be considered abuse and/or neglect. call the Traxxas Technical Support line toll-free at: McKinney, TX 75070 Phone: 972-549-3000 1-888-TRAXXAS (1-888-872-9927)* Toll-free 1-888-TRAXXAS Before running your model, look over this entire manual and examine the truck carefully. If for some reason you decide the T-Maxx is not Technical support is available Monday through Friday from 8:30 am Internet what you wanted, then do not continue any further. Your hobby to 9:00 pm central time. Technical assistance is also available at Traxxas.com dealer absolutely cannot accept a T-Maxx for return or exchange after Traxxas.com. You may also e-mail customer support with your E-mail: [email protected] it has been run. question at [email protected]. Join thousands of registered members in our online community at Traxxas.com. Entire contents ©2014 Traxxas. Traxxas, Maxx, T-Maxx, TRX 2.5 WARNINGS, HELPFUL HINTS, & CROSS-REFERENCES Racing Engine, TQ, Top Fuel, Throughout this manual, you’ll notice warnings and helpful hints Traxxas offers a full-service, on-site repair facility to handle any of EZ-Start, Ready-To-Race, Ready-To- identified by the icons below. Be sure to read them! your Traxxas service needs. Maintenance and replacement parts may Win, and ProGraphix are trademarks be purchased directly from Traxxas by phone or online at BuyTraxxas. or registered trademarks of Traxxas. An important warning about personal safety or avoiding com. You can save time, along with shipping and handling costs, by Other brand names and marks are damage to your model and related components. purchasing replacement parts from your local dealer. the property of their respective holders and are used only for purposes of identification. No part Special advice from Traxxas to make things easier and more fun. Do not hesitate to contact us with any of your product support needs. of this manual may be reproduced We want you to be thoroughly satisfied with your new model! or distributed in print or electronic media without the express written Refers you to a page with a related topic. permission of Traxxas. Specifications REGISTERING YOUR MODEL are subject to change without In order to serve you better as our customer, please notice. register your product within 10 days of your purchase online at Traxxas.com/register. Traxxas.com/register *Toll-free support is available to U.S. residents only. T-MAXX • 3 49104-1-KC2230-R00-T-Maxx-Operating.indd 3 10/30/14 5:09 PM Skill Level = Myriad Semi Bold SAFETY PRECAUTIONS All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new T-Maxx. Operate your T-Maxx BATTERIES AND BATTERY CHARGING sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, safe, and fun for you and those All instructions and Your model uses rechargeable batteries that must be handled with care for around you. Failure to operate your T-Maxx in a safe and responsible manner may precautions outlined in this safety and long battery life. Make sure to read and follow all instructions and result in property damage and serious injury. The precautions outlined in this precautions that were provided with the battery packs and your charger. It is your manual should be strictly manual should be strictly followed to help ensure safe operation. You alone must followed to ensure safe responsibility to charge and care for the battery packs properly. In addition to see that the instructions are followed and the precautions are adhered to. your battery and charger instructions, here are some more tips to keep in mind. operation of your model. IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER • Use the supplied charger to charge the included battery. See “Charging the EZ- bluehighway font • T-Maxx is very fast! The T-Maxx is intended for experienced users with a Start Battery” on page 21. high level of skill. The TRX 2.5 Racing Engine is extremely powerful and may • Do not charge batteries inside of an automobile. Do not charge batteries while require skilled driving to maintain control.