OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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1. 2 50 1540 Rubber grommets for steering rod 2 3 00 3965 Screws 2 5x8mm cap head machine 6 2 50 2577 Screws 3x10mm button head machine hex drive 6 2 50 2576 Screws 3x8mm button head machine hex drive 6 2 50 1541 Servo rod connectors 2 3mm set screws 5 00 1548 Set grub screws 3x4mm 8 4x4mm stainless 4 2 00 OE PE ROE RE RE OR 5 00 1549 Washers Teflon 4X6X odeji 2 00 Hull Deck a AttachmentS 3821 Battery COMpartme nt saatmas 4 50 3924 receiver sealed foam pad silicone grease 2 5x8mm BCS 2 3x10mm CCS 2 3x15mm CCS 2 12 00 3815 Foam battery securing DIOCK ka 2 25 3811 Hull amp lower deck assembly with foam flotation 50 00 3840 Rubber grommet for driveshaft stuffing tube 2 2 50 1540 Rubber grommets for steering rod 2 3 00 3925 Seal kit receiver box includes o ring seals and silicone grease 4 00 3813X nis deck zu hook 3x8mm washerhead machine screw i 3899X Owners manual2. siy UO suomedIdIAS Ajquiassy JALIG 4 7119 8 6 2 z 2 z 2 2 2 z 2 z 2 z 1SM8X 1SHaLXx LESL 9965 S98X6 7 7265 9901 SOSOLXE LIGT 1192 7262 202080 NAH 88 9261 921
3. Motors a Electronics 3822 Motor heat sink fined aluminum 1275 Motor Stinger 20 turn 540 SIZE sni note ieoon isiku davai kake kd kaka 3010X Nautica Electronic Speed Control forward only waterproof Call 2216 Receiver micro 4 channel ee 40 00 2074 Servo case gaskets for 2056 and 2075 waterproof servos 6 00 2053 Servo gears for 2055 and 2056 servos 4 00 2056 Servo high torque waterproof blue 34 00 3875 Water cooling system eats 14 00 1588 Water pick up backing plate and tee fitting for adding water Cooling ene m m nam 2 00 1529 Outdrive housing propeller shaft oilite bushings 2 3 00 SOJA Propelle sni anode 6 00 1529X Propeller shaft 1 for 3 16 ID propellers drive dog 1 4 0 GS 1 4x8mmTW 2 4 0 NL 1 2 sets req for Villain EX 7 50 3840 Rubber grommet for driveshaft stuffing tube 2 2 50 3535 Shaft propeller A a 2 00 3825 Steering rod plastic rod end chrome threaded ball 8 nut servo 5 00 For assistance call 1 888 TRAXXAS or e mail Traxxas anytime at support Traxxas com 1531 Trim adjustment bracket inner trim adjustment brack
4. 27 255 Clearing Your Freguency A routine verbal check to make sure nobody else in your area is operating on the same channel Always clear your freguency by calling out your channel number before operating your model Wait or move to another area if your channel is already being used Crystal X tal The plug in device that determines which channel the radio system will operate on For each channel there are two crystals one for the receiver and one for the transmitter Ofthose two crystals the one marked with the lower number 455 MHz lower must be inserted into the receiver Freguency Band The radio freguency used by the transmitter to send signals to your Blast All Traxxas RTR models operate on a 27 MHz freguency band Neutral Position The standing position that the servos seek when the transmitter controls are at the neutral setting NiCad Abbreviation for nickel cadmium The original rechargeable hobby pack NiCad batteries have very high current handling high capacity and can last up to 1000 charging cycles Good charging procedures are reguired to reduce the possibility of developing a memory effect and shortened run times NiMH Abbreviation for nickel metal hydride Rechargeable NIMH batteries offer high current handling and much greater resistance to the memory effect NIMH batteries generally allow higher capacity than NiCad batteries They can last up to 500 charge cycles A peak charger d
5. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MODEL 3810 Form 3810OPINST Rev 080208 KC1114 Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Traxxas Blast high performance racing boat This manual contains the instructions you ll need to operate and maintain your new Blast Look over the manual and examine the Blast carefully before running it If for some reason you think the Blast is not what you wanted then do not continue any further Your hobby dealer absolutely cannot accept a Blast for return or exchange after it has been run Please read all ofthe operating instructions and precautions before attempting to drive your new Blast These instructions are written with the assumption that this is your first radio controlled model Even if you are an experienced R C enthusiast it is important for you to read and follow the procedures in this manual Pay special attention to the mechanical and safety precautions outlined in this manual If you have any guestions about your new model then call Traxxas technical support line at 1 888 TRAXXAS 1 888 872 9927 U S A residents only Outside the U S call 972 265 8000 Technical support is available Monday through Friday from 8 30am to 9 00pm central time We hope that you will enjoy your Blast for many hours to come Personal Safety Precautions If the precautions are followed and your Blast is operated sensibly and with care at all times it is exciting safe and fun for you and your spectators Failur
6. 3827 Motor drive cup set screw nerne kk nr kk nere kernerne 5 00 3822 Motor heat sink fined aluminum kak aku dia kod tanka kukal kala 4 00 1529 Outdrive housing propeller shaft oilite bushings 2 3 00 3834 Propeller o RE 6 00 1529X Propeller shaft 1 for 3 16 ID propellers drive dog 1 4 0 GS 1 4x8mmTW 2 4 0 NL 1 nn 7 50 3820 Radio motor mounting tray usa levaki Ski de vlakah 8 50 3840 Rubber grommet for driveshaft stuffing tube 2 2 50 3535 laed kaitsti aistin 2 00 1531 Trim adjustment bracket inner trim adjustment bracket outer trim adjustment lever 3x16mm shoulder screw 2 6x 10mm self tapping screws 4 convex and concave trim lever washers 4x21mm double shoulder screw brass washers 5 5 00 1539 U joints 2 3mm set screws 4 5 00 3875 Water cooling system iraani 14 00 3175 Balloons rubber 2 aaa nevede enka ai aaa 1 50 1450 Battery straps nylon 2 nana 2 00 2734 Cable ties small 0 exssscenscadensnaconssaceeetacenesccnnes NAVA ka 2 00 1547 Oilite bushings 10 marine drive 3 00 3840 Rubber grommet for driveshaft stuffing tube 2
7. Installing Radio Gear The unigue design of the receiver box allows the removal and installation of the receiver without losing the ability to maintain a watertight seal in the box The patent pending wire clamp feature gives you the ability to also install aftermarket radio systems and maintain the watertight features of the receiver box Removing the Receiver 1 To remove the cover remove the two 3x10mm button head cap screws 2 To remove the receiver from the box simply lift it out and set to the side The antenna wire is still inside the clamp area and cannot be removed yet 3 Remove the wire clamp by removing the two 2 5x8mm cap screws 4 Unplug the servo cables from the receiver and remove the receiver Receiver Installation 1 Always install the wires into the RX box before installing the receiver 2 Install the antenna wire and the servo cables into the receiver box 3 Arrange the wires neatly using the wire guides in the receiver box The excess wire will be bundled inside the receiver box Label which wire is for which channel 4 Apply small bead of silicone grease Traxxas part 41647 to the wire clamp 5 Install the wire clamp and tighten the two 2 5x8mm cap screws securely 6 Install the receiver into the box and plug the wires into receiver 7 Make sure the O ring is properly seated into the groove in the receiver box so that the cover will not pinch it or damage it in any way 8 Install the
8. Up the Antenna You must install the antenna mast tube before you operate your Blast You ll find the plastic antenna tube and tip in the bag with your manuals and documentation 1 Locate the black antenna wire that exits the receiver cover 2 Pull the wire straight with your fingers and then insert the end of the wire into one end of the antenna tube Push the wire all the way bik through the antenna tube 3 Pull the remaining wire through the antenna tube and then insert the base of the antenna tube into the molded post on top of the receiver Cover 4 Fold the remaining antenna wire over the top LA of the tube and secure it with the antenna tip 5 On the transmitter always fully extend the telescoping antenna when running your Blast Make a habit of holding the transmitter so that the antenna points straight up I Installing the Battery Pack The battery installs in the bow front of the boat Remove the foam block and slide the battery pack into the battery tray Slide the foam block back into place to secure the battery The Blast is not designed to use 7 cell 8 4 volt battery packs The Traxxas High Current Connector Your model is equipped with the Traxxas High Current Connector Standard connectors restrict current flow and are not capable of delivering the power needed to maximize the output of the ESC The Traxxas connector s gold plated terminals have large contact surfaces to ensure po
9. control and turn the power switch to the ON position The servo will automatically jump to its center position Turn off the electronic speed control switch followed by the transmitter The servo is now ready to be installed Be careful not to move the servo shaft when installing the steering linkage Piloting the Blast Your new Traxxas Blast is designed with water resistant features to protect the electronics in the model receiver servo electronic speed control This gives you the freedom to have fun piloting your Blast Though highly water resistant the Blast should not be treated as though it is submersible or totally 100 waterproof Water resistance applies only to the installed electronic components Additional care and maintenance is reguired when water contacts the mechanical and electrical components to prevent corrosion of metal parts and maintain their proper function Precautions Without proper care some parts of your model can be seriously damaged due to contact with water Know that additional maintenance procedures will be reguired after running in order to maintain the performance of your model Notall batteries can be used in wet environments Consult your battery manufacturer to see iftheir batteries can be used in wet conditions Do not use LiPo batteries in wet conditions Note the Nautica ESC is not LiPo compatible The Traxxas transmitter is not water resistant Do not operate your model d
10. controls will become sluggish Cavitation If the Blast is running at full throttle but is only barely moving forward then the propeller is cavitating Try advancing the throttle slowly to get the Blast on plane If you are having trouble with cavitation check the propeller for nicks or tangled debris The Blast s propeller is specially designed for its application therefore it s very sensitive to any changes or modifications Ifthe prop is damaged it should be replaced Before Running Your Blast 1 Consult the section After Running Your Blast before proceeding Make sure you understand the maintenance required 2 Confirm that the RX box O ring and cover are installed correctly and secure Make sure the screws are tight and the blue O ring is not visible protruding from the edge of the cover 3 Confirm that your batteries can be used in wet conditions 4 Normally very little water will accumulate inside the boat Empty any standing water out of the boat between runs Drill a small hole isin in the front of the boat to drain the water Do not drain the water out of the back of the boat near the radio system Drill a small hole here 5 Check the wiring for any frayed wires or loose connections 6 Check the tightness of the set screws in the collars on the steering linkages and in the universal joint yokes connecting the outdrive to the driveshaft and the driveshaft to the motor Threadlocking compoun
11. not cover replacement of parts and components damaged by abuse neglect improper or unreasonable use crash damage water excessive moisture chemical damage improper or infreguent maintenance accident unauthorized alteration modification or items that are considered consumable Traxxas will not pay for the cost of shipping or transportation of a defective component Hobby Dealer s Role All warranty claims are handled directly by Traxxas Traxxas does not authorize dealers to make over the counter exchanges or refunds for Traxxas products that have been used Traxxas will make the sole and final determination if a product or component can be covered under warranty Limitations of Liability Traxxas makes no other warranties expressed or implied Traxxas shall not be liable for any special indirect incidental or conseguential damages arising out of the assembly installation or use of their products or any accessory or chemical reguired to use their products By the act of operating using the product the user accepts all resulting liability In no case shall Traxxas liability exceed the actual purchase price paid for the product Traxxas reserves the right to modify warranty provisions without notice All warranty claims will be handled directly by Traxxas The Traxxas warranty gives the customer specific legal rights and possibly other rights that vary from state to state The customer is reguired to fill out and return the regist
12. package shipped to Traxxas should be insured to cover the value of a new replacement Traxxas cannot be responsible for items lost in transit to Traxxas Follow the guidelines in the section Preparing Merchandise for Shipment elsewhere in this document International Customers International orders must be paid by credit card MasterCard Visa or Discover Actual shipping charges will apply and are usually higher than 5 00 U S If you want to approve the shipping charges prior to your product being returned then please supply a valid e mail address and reguest approval of actual shipping charges on the form Obtaining Warranty amp Repair Service Call us first Before you begin the process of obtaining warranty or repair service please call us at 1 888 TRAXXAS and speak with one of our friendly and knowledgeable support technicians Often a product might appear defective or to malfunction only because it is being used improperly or requires a simple adjustment One phone call to our experienced support staff just might get you back running quickly and easily When you return a product to Traxxas please provide the following Proof of purchase indicating the date purchased Any applicable forms Any required payment Return address Daytime and evening phone numbers E mail address Brief description of the problem Follow the guidelines in the section Preparing Merchandise for Shipment elsewhere in th
13. ansit from you to Traxxas Package the product in the most efficient size box possible Loose product in oversize boxes can increase the risk of loss or additional damage in route to Traxxas If possible avoid the use of foam packing peanuts If peanuts must be used please place the item to be repaired in a sealed bag Include all the documentation and forms required to repair the model Along with a brief description of the problem Include a daytime and evening phone number or e mail address that the service department may use to contact you with guestions or estimates regarding the repair Include a return shipping address It is surprising how often this is overlooked We must have a physical address in order to return your product It must be a street address We cannot ship to Post Office boxes Ship Items freight prepaid to Traxxas Attn Service Department 1100 Klein Road Plano Texas 75074 3721 Additional Non Warranty Charges Additional charges can result from the following The product being returned warranty service should be cleaned of excess dirt and grime accumulations that would hinder repair Excessively dirty models with large amounts of caked on mud and oily grime may be subject to an additional cleaning charge of 25 00 US before repairs can proceed Avoid this potential charge by cleaning the model before returning it for service Basket cases of disassembled models
14. choose your paint with caution Only use paint made for plastic models available from your hobby dealer Test the paint on an inconspicuous and non critical area before painting the entire boat The paint on the bottom must be smooth to prevent a loss of performance Warranty Service and Repair Defective Merchandise Policy Traxxas assumes responsibility for its products and will repair or replace any defective product at its sole discretion Please contact Traxxas directly should a problem arise with one of our products Customer and dealer service hours are from 8 30am to 9 00pm central time Customer service can be contacted toll free at 1 888 TRAXXAS 1 888 872 9927 and outside the United States at 972 265 8000 The Traxxas fax number is 972 265 8011 E mail support is available 24 hours a day at support OTraxxas com General Product Warranty Electronic Components Traxxas electronic components are warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of thirty 30 days from the date of purchase Electronic components consist of the radio system transmitter receiver servos switches and receiver battery holders and any other Traxxas electronic component See the additional limitations that apply Hull and Driveline The hull and driveline consist of all remaining parts of the model that are not considered electronic This includes electric motors The Villain EX is considered to be a hobby class mode
15. cover and tighten the two 3x10mm button head cap screws securely 9 Inspect the cover to make sure that the O ring seal is not visible Tuning Adjustments Adjusting the Trim Angle The outdrive strut on the Blast will allow you to adjust the trim angle of the propeller The trim angle changes how high the bow of the boat rides out of the water Setting the trim angle correctly will provide the maximum speed and efficiency from the Blast As the outdrive is trimmed up the bow front of the boat will ride higher causing the boat to run slightly faster however it will be more unstable in the wind Do not trim the outdrive up on windy days or when running in choppy water If the trim is set to high Loosen nut to eee adjust trim TRIM UP TRIM DOWN the bow will bounce up and down porpoise and the prop may begin to cavitate As the outdrive is trimmed down the bow of the boat is lowered thus increasing the wetted surface of the boat This will slow the Blast slightly but stability and control will be improved Experiment with this adjustment to find out what works best for your particular conditions Adjusting the Outdrive Shaft End Play There should be a slight amount of shaft end play in the outdrive housing To adjust the end play loosen the set screw on the U joint yoke see drawing Pull the propeller shaft until there is no more than 1mm of distance at arrow 2 in the drawing Retighten th
16. d can be applied to these screws to prevent them from loosening 7 Check the mounting of the receiver and servos 8 Check the rubber driveshaft seal for cuts and tears Do not attempt to run the Blast if this seal is damaged 9 Check the tightness of the propeller Hold the u joint and turn the propeller clockwise until it s fingertight Visually inspect the prop for nicks dings and warpage Replace if damaged 10 Check the operation of the radio system especially the condition of the batteries 11 Visually inspect the hull for any cracks damage or possible leaks 12 Check for deterioration of the rubber band which holds the top hatch After Running Your Blast 1 Spray all the bearings drivetrain and fasteners with WD 409 or similar water displacing light oil 2 Letthe boat stand or blow it off with compressed air Removing the hatch and placing the boat in a warm sunny spot will aid drying 3 Asa precautionary step remove the sealed receiver box cover While unlikely humidity or tiny amounts of moisture or condensation may enter the receiver box during running This can cause long term problems with the sensitive electronics in the receiver Removing the receiver box cover during storage allows the air inside to dry This step can improve the long term reliability of the receiver It is not necessary to remove the receiver or unplug any of the wires Receiver Box Maintaining a Watertight Seal Removing and
17. e set screw Arrow 2 Boat Retrieval 2 2 2 2 222 If the Blast accidentally flips over and fills with water it is eguipped with foam flotation to help prevent it from sinking Traxxas does not recommend ever trying to swim or wade to retrieve a boat If you have chosen your launch sight carefully downwind the Blast will probably drift back to you on its own If there is no wind you will need a tennis ball and a length of string Tie the tennis ball securely to one end ofthe string and then throw the ball over the drifting boat Pull the ball in and try to entangle the boat in the string Pull the boat back slowly to shore If only the bow of the boat remains visible try using a fishing lure with many hooks and a fishing pole Try to snag the lip of the upper deck or drive mechanism with the hooks Maintenance Keep the Blast clean of accumulated dirt and oil Re oil the motor bushings before each day of running Use an oil made for electric motors such as 3 in 1 Oil Periodically re oil the bushing in the outdrive housing and the driveshaft tube The oil hole for driveshaft tube is located underneath the sealed receiver box Storage Drain all water out of the Blast and thoroughly dry it before you store it Store the Blast with the hatch cover removed so that any remaining moisture will have an opportunity to evaporate Painting the Hull If you wish to paint your hull some other color than the factory white
18. e direction than in the other If you cannot align the outdrive refer to the section Centering Your Servos Operate the throttle trigger on the transmitter to ensure that the throttle is operating properly If the propeller is spinning when you plug in the battery or it doesn t seem to reach full speed then you may have to adjust the transmitter trim settings The radio system should be range tested before each session of running With the radio system on have a friend carry the boat away from you a distance egual to the maximum range you plan 3 to operate the the Blast At distance once again test for complete radio control Never attempt to run the Blast if the radio appears to be malfunctioning in any way Gentering your Servos Whenever your radio system has been removed for service or cleaning the steering servo must be re centered prior to installing the radio system in the model If the radio system is already installed in the boat disconnect the servo horn from the servo Connect the steering servo to channel 1 on your receiver and the electronic speed control to channel 2 The white wire on the servo cable is positioned towards the crystal Nothing connects to the batt terminal on the receiver Place fresh AA batteries in the transmitter and turn the power switch on Slide the throttle and steering trim adjustments to the center position Connect a fresh 7 2V battery pack to the electronic speed
19. e to operate your Blast in a safe and responsible manner could result in property damage and injury Please make sure to follow the instructions and adhere to the precautions The Blast is not intended for use by children without a responsible adult supervising Every precaution outlined in this manual should be followed to help ensure safe operation Traxxas is not liable for any loss or damages whether direct indirect special incidental or conseguential arising from the use misuse or abuse of this product including any chemical or accessory reguired to operate it Do not drive the Blast at night Never under any circumstances operate the Blast in any water where people are swimming or wading The Blast is very fast and could cause injury if it should collide with anyone Because the Blast is controlled by radio it is subject to radio interference from many sources that are beyond your control Since radio interference can cause momentary loss of radio control always allow a safety margin in all directions around the boat in order to prevent collisions Do not reach underneath the rear of the Blast the propeller could spin unexpectedly Always pick up the boat from the front or the side Because of the many dangers involved with any body of water Traxxas recommends that you never try to wade or swim to retrieve the boat Page 5 of this manual outlines safer methods for boat retrieval Due to the high
20. em was pre adjusted before it left the factory however the adjustment should be checked prior to running the Blast These instructions are for Traxxas radio systems only If you installed your own radio refer to your radio system s instructions Each time you prepare to run your Blast you must clear your freguency to be sure no one else in the area is using the same channel as you There are six possible channels numbered 1 through 6 Each is represented by a color Look at the crystal plugged into the back of your transmitter to determine which channel your boat is assigned to Always turn your transmitter on first and off last This procedure will help to prevent your Blast from receiving stray signals from another transmitter or other source and running out of control Turn on the switch on your transmitter Turn on the switch inside the boat The steering servo should jump and move to its idle neutral position Keep fingers and obstacles away from the propeller Operate the steering control on the transmitter channel 1 Check for rapid operation ofthe steering servo and that none of the steering mechanism is loose or binding If the servo operates slowly check for weak batteries Adjust the steering trim control on the transmitter to adjust the servo so thatthe outdrive is pointing straight out from the back of the boat Also check to be sure that the outdrive does not turn more in on
21. esigned for NiMH batteries is reguired for optimal performance Receiver The radio unit inside your Blast that receives signals from the transmitter and relays them to the servos Servos Small motor units in your Blast that operate the throttle and steering mechanisms Transmitter The hand held radio unit that sends throttle and steering instructions to your Blast Trim The fine tuning adjustment of the neutral position of the servos made by turning the throttle and steering trim knobs on the face of the transmitter Electronic Speed Control Controls the speed of the boat Fully digital proportional for precise throttle control at all speeds Preparing to Run Opening the Hatch The top hatch is held secure with a rubber band To open the top hatch pull it up and rotate it This will provide access to the battery compartment and on off switch For full access to the radio compartment unhook the rubber band from the top hatch Installing Transmitter Batteries Your transmitter uses 8 AA size batteries They should be alkaline dry cells or NiCad rechargeable batteries The battery compartment is located in the back of the transmitter To remove the battery door push down and slide in the direction of the arrow Be sure that the switch is turned off before installing the batteries Insert the batteries into the battery compartment making careful note of the polarity Now slide the battery door back in place Setting
22. et outer trim adjustment lever 3x16mm shoulder screw 2 6x 10mm self tapping screws 4 convex and concave trim lever washers 4x21mm double shoulder screw brass washers nuts 5 00 1539 U joints 2 3mm set screws 4 ic mimi sanira 5 00 Team Traxxas items 2514 Decal sheet racing 5 3 00 9950 Official Team Traxxas racing decal set flag logo 6 color 4 50 9909 Traxxas racing banner red 8 black 3 7 15 00 If you have questions or need technical assistance call Traxxas at 1 888 TRAXXAS 1 888 872 9927 U S residents only For orders calls outside the U S and other information call 972 265 8000 or fax to 972 265 8011 e mail Traxxas at support OTraxxas com WWW TRAXXAS COM REV 080208 1630 510113 13410 10 10 ajgisuodsal pjay aq SEXXEIJ BUIMEJP siy JO A2EJN22E ay 41343 1 p fqns 514 sUOIJEIIJIDAAS 107080 AJH Ajquiassy INH XELSE 209 XELBE 510119 13410 10 jediydei6OdA4 104 ajqisuodsa JOUUBD sy JO AILINIIE BY O 41943
23. is document and return the item to Traxxas If the component is found to be defective it will be repaired or replaced at no charge and returned Any needed repairs that are not covered under warranty will be estimated on an individual basis prior to any work being done Preparing Merchandise for Shipment Following these guidelines will help you save on shipping costs and assist our service department in expediting your repair Remove all batteries from the model including battery packs and AA batteries f the transmitter is being returned remove the AA batteries Clean the model before returning it to avoid additional cleaning fees Reassemble undamaged components to avoid additional repair charges Do not send batteries chargers instruction manuals bodies or any other accessories you use to run your model This will save shipping cost and prevent the possibility of those items becoming lost Traxxas shall not be liable for accessory items lost during the repair process If your model is equipped with Traxxas or aftermarket accessories and has a replacement value higher than a stock new model consider removing the accessories prior to shipment In case of loss during transit from Traxxas to you Traxxas can only be responsible for the replacement cost of a new stock model Ship your package insured for the new replacement value of the product Traxxas cannot be responsible for items lost in tr
24. l We have made every effort in component design material selection and assembly to make our products as durable as possible Because our products are high performance hobby class models that operate at a much higher level of performance than a toy reguire periodic maintenance and are intended to be used in high performance applications over an extremely wide range of running conditions and situations no warranties are expressed or implied that cover damage caused by normal use or wear or cover or imply how long any chassis or engine part will last before reguiring replacement due to wear Parts will wear from use and occasionally reguire replacement The hull and driveline are only covered against manufacturer s defects in materials workmanship or assembly when they are new before being used If any component is found to be defective incorrectly made or incorrectly assembled within the warranty coverage time period where applicable it will be repaired or replaced at Traxxas sole discretion This will be done within a reasonable time period and free of charge If you believe a defect in materials workmanship or assembly was not apparent when the product was new and only became evident after the product was used then please call us at 1 888 TRAXXAS We stand behind our products and reputation and pledge to do our best to make sure you are satisfied with your Traxxas product Limitations Any and all warranty coverage does
25. ng with the internal electronics Incorrect wiring of an FET servo Allowing exposed wiring to short circuit Any damage caused by crash flooding or act of God Non Warranty Service lt J _ gt _ Traxxas offers an extended electronics warranty plan It requires no payment up front You only pay when you need the service Please see the Traxxas Lifetime Electronics Service Plan in your documentation package Traxxas Extended Lifetime Electronics Plan After the expiration date of the warranty period Traxxas will repair electronic components for a flat rate of 15 00 U S plus 5 00 U S for shipping and handling The electronic products covered by this extended service plan include electronic speed controls transmitters receivers servos and battery chargers Motors and mechanical speed controls are not covered The covered repairs are limited to non mechanical components that have NOT been subjected to abuse misuse or neglect Products damaged by intentional abuse misuse or neglect may be subject to additional charges Procedure The electronic component being returned for repair should be removed from the vehicle and returned to Traxxas along with 1 Full payment in the form of a credit card number MasterCard Visa or Discover or money order including shipping and handling 2 Completed Extended Lifetime Electronics Plan form Do not send the entire model only the damaged component The
26. performance nature of the Stinger 20 turn electric motor it will become extremely hot during use Do not touch the motor when installing and removing battery packs 2 Most importantly use good common sense when you are near water to avoid mishaps such as slipping on a muddy bank Always observe water safety rules and regulations Reguired Eguipment To operate the Blast you will need the following eguipment all of it should be available from your hobby shop 1 AA size batteries for your transmitter 8 2 7 2V 6 cell rechargeable battery pack 3 Charger for the battery pack Where to Run ________________________ Select a body of water must be at least 10 inches deep which is calm and free of debris tree stumps moss etc Also find a clean stable area of shoreline to launch from Be aware that some ponds restrict the use of model boats Always choose a launch site which is downwind so that the wind and waves will drift the boat back to you if it should ever flip Do not run the Blast in salt water Radio System Terminology _________________ Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with these radio system terms Channel The 27 MHz freguency band is divided into 6 channels so that up to six models can be operated simultaneously Each channel Is referred to by its flag color and channel number as shown below Channel Freguency Band Flag Color Traxxas Part No 26 995 Red 27 095 Orange 27 145 Yellow Green
27. ration card enclosed with the product as a condition of the coverage and performance of the warranty dollar amounts stated are in United States dollars The term lifetime shall refer to the product s production life at Traxxas Traxxas is not obligated to provide upgraded products at a reduced rate when a previous product s production cycle has ended Specific Limitations The Traxxas warranty does not cover damage to electronic components caused by Allowing water moisture or other foreign material to enter the component or get onto the PC board Exceeding the maximum input voltage of the electronic component Removing the JST stock battery connector s Using the same type and or gender connectors on a speed controls motor and battery connections Cross connection of the battery motor Reverse voltage application Exceeding the published motor limits for electronic speed controls Incorrect installation or wiring Components worn from use Short circuiting the heat sinks on electronic speed control Using an electronic speed control without the heat sinks Removing the noise filter capacitors from the stock motor Not installing capacitors on replacement motor Recommended three 50V each Splices to the input or switch harness Disassembling the case Excessive force when adjusting pressing or turning any of the controls Tamperi
28. returned for warranty service may be subject to additional fees for reassembling components not related to the warranty repair if necessary to allow the repaired product to be adeguately tested Standard repair fees are currently 45 00 hour billed in 15 minute increments with a one hour minimum To avoid this charge do not disassemble the model before returning it for service Customer and dealer service hours are from 8 30am to 9 00pm central time 1 888 TRAXXAS E mail support is available 24 hours a day at support OTraxxas com Troubleshooting support how tos and technical information is available anytime from our website at www Traxxas com Also available on the Traxxas website is the Traxxas online community message forum which provides a great searchable reference for many topics LE Ap _ lt gt 4 Blast Parts List Parts shown in bold are optional accessories Part categories and individual part listings are arranged alphabetically Prices are shown in US Dollars Decals amp Accessories 1926 Antenna caps vinyl 2 antenna spool 1726 Antenna tube 1 vinyl antenna cap 1 wire retainer 1 3814X Blast decal set waterproof 10 50 kitleid 3828 Driveshaft coupler ee ble lane k vadust iial k 4 00 3829 Driveshaft stuffing tube oilite bushings 2 4 50
29. sitive current flow with the least amount of resistance Secure long lasting and easy to grip the Traxxas connector is engineered to extract all the power your battery has to give e To run this model your batteries must be eguipped with Traxxas High Current Connectors Batteries can either be purchased new with Traxxas connectors installed or Traxxas connectors can be purchased to install on battery packs you already own na The typical Molex style connector is inadeguate for use in your model It creates resistance that becomes a bottleneck to current flow If your battery pack is eguipped with a Molex connector it must be replaced with a Traxxas High Current Connector to mate with the electronic speed control Molex connector TE Transmitter Controls Throttle Neutral Adjust A switch located to the right of the throttle stick channel 2 that controls the amount of desired forward and reverse travel of the throttle trigger It should stay in the down position as shown in the drawing right If you change this adjustment your transmitter throttle trim will have to be reset CHANNEL 2 Throttle Trim Steering Adjust the throttle trim control so that the motor in the Blast does not run after the battery pack is plugged in Adjust the steering trim so that the Blast will drive straight without veering to the left or right Radio System Adjustment _________________ Your radio syst
30. uring a rain storm or other inclement weather where lightning may be present Do NOT allow your model to come in contact with salt water ocean water brackish water between fresh water and ocean water or other contaminated water Salt water is highly conductive and highly corrosive Use caution if you plan to run your model on or neara beach Select a body of water at least 10 inches deep which is clear of moss and grass Do not drive the Blast in rough choppy water or in high wind more than 15 mph These conditions could cause your Blast to flip over The Blast s steering is very sensitive a slight input on the steering control will have a large effect on the boat When the boatis in open water adjust the steering trim on the transmitter until the boat travels in a straight line on its own Note The Blast will only travel in a straight line on its own when it is heading straight into or away from the wind Crosswinds will reguire constant steering input to maintain a straight course To prevent spin outs avoid sharp turns at high speed 4 Always be ready to reduce the throttle if the Blast appears to be unstable or chine walking rocking violently from side to side Always reduce the throttle when turning especially in rough water Jumping the Blast or towing anything with it should not be attempted Return the Blast to shore at the first sign of weak batteries Blast will begin to slow and the
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