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Traxxas 68086 Motorized Toy Car User Manual

1. 12 ini c2 24 lt 12 c IF END POINTS NEED TO BE CHANGED of the THROTTLE ku Press hold MENU Press MENU Press SET Press MENU Press SET Press MENU Use Multi Function Press SET Press hold MENU Be green LED blinks green LED blinks x2 green LED blinks green LED blinks x2 red LED blinks red LED blinks x2 knob to set neutral to save position returns to driving mode pango POINTS of the Use throttle THROTTLE servo Press hold MENU Press MENU Press SET Press MENU Press SET Press MENU twice trigger to set desired Press SET to save Press hold MENU green LED blinks green LED blinks x2 green LED blinks green LED blinks x2 red LED blinks red LED blinks x3 max throttle or brake Use trigger to test Press SET and repeat steps 7 9 returns to driving mode To reset the END POINTS of THROTTLE servo to defaults Press hold MENU green LED blinks did 12 Press MENU green LED blinks x2 24 Press SET green LED blinks c2 Press MENU green LED blinks x2 24 lt 5 red LED blinks FT Press MENU 3 times red LED blinks x4 24 xe Press SET green LED blinks x8 e Press hold MENU returns to driving mode The Traxxas Link Wireless Module part 46511 sold separate
2. charge discharge or use the battery BEFORE you charge ALWAYS confirm that the charger settings exactly match the battery type chemistry specification and configuration to be charged DO NOT exceed the maximum manufacturer recommended charge rate DO NOT disassemble crush short circuit or expose the batteries to flame or other source of ignition uN TERMS OF USE The buyer assumes all risk associated with using this product Traxxas its affiliates manufacturers distributors and retail partners cannot control the use application charging or installation of this product and shall not be held responsible for any accident injury to persons or damage to property resulting from the use of this product NEVER leave batteries unattended while charging After reading all if you do not agree with these terms and conditions and are not prepared to accept complete liability for the use of this product return this product immediately in new unused condition to your place of purchase Your retailer absolutely cannot accept product for return or exchange if it has been used in any way If you have any questions call Traxxas Customer Support at 1 888 TRAXXAS 1 888 872 9927 Outside the US 1 972 549 3000 or e mail support traxxas com 0 Lithium Polymer LiPo batteries are significantly more volatile than other rechargeable batteries ONLY use a Lithium Polymer LiPo balance charger with a balance adapter
3. 4 The LED will blink and then turn solid green Low Voltage Detection ACTIVE or red Low Voltage Detection DISABLED The model is ready to drive Selecting Training Mode Profile 3 5096 Forward 10096 Brakes 5096 Reverse 1 Connect a fully charged battery pack to the VXL A B 3s and turn on your transmitter 2 With the VXL 3s off press and hold the EZ Set button until the LED turns solid green then solid red and then begins blinking red indicating the 0570075 Profile numbers 3 When the LED blinks red three times release the EZ Set button 4 The LED will blink and then turn solid green Low Voltage Detection ACTIVE or red Low Voltage Detection DISABLED The model is ready to drive Note If you missed the mode you wanted keep the EZ Set button pressed down and the blink cycle will repeat until the button is released and a Mode is selected LED Codes and Protection Modes Solid Green VXL 3s power on light Low Voltage Detection is i ACTIVATED LiPo setting Solid Red VXL 3s power on light Low Voltage Detection is DISABLED NiCad NiMH setting Never use LiPo batteries while Low Voltage Detection is disabled Slow Blinking Red with Low Voltage Detection on The VXL 3s has entered Low Voltage Protection When the battery voltage begins to reach the minimum recommended discharge voltage threshold for LiPo battery packs the VXL 3s will limit the power output to
4. 4 Turn on the transmitter and check the status LED for a solid green light If the status LED flashes red the transmitter batteries may be weak discharged or possibly installed incorrectly Replace with new or freshly charged batteries The status LED does not indicate the charge level of the battery pack installed in the model Refer to the Troubleshooting section on page 30 for more information on the transmitter status LED codes The included charger can be used to charge the provided battery pack The battery pack should be removed from the vehicle before charging Do not leave the battery unattended while charging For faster charging the optional Traxxas EZ Peak Plus part 42933 can charge at 4 amps to reduce charging time to only 45 minutes It is normal for the battery to become slightly warm as it nears full charge but the battery should never become hot If the battery becomes hot disconnect it from the charger immediately NEVER charge a LiPo battery using a charger Disconnected Connected Charged 1 Plug the charger into the wall The LED on the charger should glow green 2 Connect the provided battery pack to the charger output cord The LED will glow red indicating the battery is charging 3 The battery should charge for approximately 8 gt hours The LED will turn green when the battery is fully charged Disconnect the battery from the charger after charging Install the battery
5. 4 Release MENU and SET The transmitter LED will blink red 5 Press SET to clear settings The LED will turn solid green and the transmitter is restored to default VXL 3s Setup Programming Calibrating your ESC and transmitter Read through all of the programming steps before you begin If A you get lost during programming or receive unexpected results simply unplug the battery wait a few seconds plug the battery back in and start over 1 Connect a fully charged battery pack to the VXL 3s 2 Turn the transmitter with the throttle at neutral 3 Press and hold the EZ Set button A The LED will first turn green and then red Release the EZ Set button 4 When the LED blinks RED ONCE pull the throttle trigger C to the full throttle position and hold it there B lt 5 When the LED blinks RED TWICE push the throttle trigger to the full reverse and hold it there C 6 When the LED blinks GREEN ONCE programming is complete The LED will then shine green or red depending on Low Voltage Detection setting indicating the VXL 3s is on and at neutral D Once Green VXL 3s Operation To operate the speed control and test programming place the vehicle on a stable block or stand so that all of the drive wheels are off the ground Disconnect motor wires A and C see page 11 this will ensure the motor does not drive the wheels during testing Do not test programming without disconnecting the
6. 5096 throttle When the battery voltage attempts to fall below the minimum threshold the VXL 3s will shut down all motor output The LED on the speed control will slowly blink red indicating a low voltage shutdown The VXL 3s will stay in this mode until a fully charged battery is connected Fast Blinking Red Thermal Shutdown Protection Stage 1 If the motor has lower than normal power and the VXL 3s is hot the VXL 3s has entered Stage 1 Thermal Shutdown Protection to guard against overheating caused by excessive current flow If the motor has no power and the VXL 3s is very hot the VXL 3s has entered Stage 2 Thermal Shutdown Protection and has automatically shut down Let the VXL 3s cool Make sure your model is properly geared for the conditions see page 25 Very Fast Blinking Red Thermal Shutdown Protection and Low Voltage Protection see above have occurred at the same time Alternating Blinks Red then Green If the motor has no power the VXL 3s has entered Over Voltage Protection If a battery with too high voltage is used the VXL 3s will go into a fail safe mode WARNING If input voltage exceeds approximately 20 volts the ESC may be damaged Do not exceed 12 6 maximum peak input voltage Blinking Green The VXL 3s is indicating the transmitter Throttle Trim see page 26 is incorrectly set If the Multi Function knob is set to throttle trim then adjust the Throttle Trim to the middle 0 setting Now it s time t
7. From the factory shock oil is set to 50W in the front shocks and 40W the rear shocks Preload Spacer The model s ride height can be adjusted by adding or removing the clip on spring preload spacers Adjust the ride height so that the suspension arms are slightly above being parallel to the ground Observe how the model handles in turns Proper setup will add stability and help prevent spin outs Experiment with different springs and shock oils to ind what works best for your current track conditions If you have questions or need technical assistance call Traxxas at 1 888 872 9927 U S residents only Centering Your Servo If you have removed the servo horn from your model s steering servo or the servo has been removed for service or cleaning the servo must be re centered prior to installation of the servo horn or installation of the servo in the model Q 1 Remove the servo horn from the steering servo 2 Connect the steering servo to channel 1 on the receiver Connect the electronic speed control ESC to channel 2 The white wire on the servo lead is positioned toward the receiver s LED 3 Turn the transmitter power switch on Make certain the transmitter s batteries are not depleted 4 Turn the transmitter s steering trim knob to the center 0 position 5 Disconnect motor wires A and C see page 11 to prevent the motor from turning during the next steps Connect a fresh battery pack to the spee
8. L 3 Install batteries in the transmitter See page 12 The transmitter requires 4 AA alkaline or rechargeable batteries 4 Install the battery pack the model See page 13 Your model requires a fully charged battery pack 7 5 Turn on the radio system See page 14 Make a habit of turning the transmitter on first and off last 6 Check servo operation See page 15 Make sure the steering servo is working correctly La 7 Range test the radio system See page 15 Follow this procedure to make sure your radio system works properly at a distance and that there is no interference from outside sources Ly 8 Detail your model See sidebar page 9 Apply other decals if desired 7 9 Drive your model See 19 Driving tips and adjustments for your model E 10 Maintaining your model See page 24 Follow these critical steps to maintain the performance of your model and keep it in excellent running condition Your model includes the latest Traxxas 2 4GHz transmitter with Traxxas Link Model Memory The transmitter s easy to use design provides instant driving fun for new R C enthusiasts and also offers a full complement of pro level tuning features for advanced users or anyone interested in experimenting with the performance of their model The steering and throttle channels feature adjustable Exponential End Points and Sub Trims Steering and braking Dual Rate are also available M
9. Press 1 Electric Three Blinks Green SET One Blink Red Press MENU Press 2 Nitro Two Blinks Red Traxxas Link Press 1 Model Locking Press Four Blinks Green SET One Blink Green SET Press MENU Press SET to clear settings LED will turn lid T itter i tored to default solid green Transmitter is restored to defau 2 Delete Model ps Two Blinks Green Note transmitter is live during programming so you can test the settings real time without having to exit the Menu Tree Press MENU to move through options Press SET to select an option 1 Servo Reversing Press SET to reverse One Blink Red servo direction 2 Sub Trim Use knob to adjust Two Blinks Red sub trim Press SET to save 3 End Points Three Blinks Red Use steering wheel to adjust Turn right to desired end point press set to save Turn left to desired end point and press set to save To reset max throw Let go of controls and press SET 4 Reset End Points Press SET to restore factory Four Blinks Red default end points 2 Throttle Channel 2 Press 11 Servo Reversing Press SET to reverse SET One Blink Red servo direction 2 Sub Trim Use knob to adjust sub Two Blinks Red trim Press SET to save 3 End Points Three Blinks Red Use trigger to adjust Pull back to desired end point press set to save Push forward to desired end point and press set to save To reset max throw Let go of controls and press SET 4
10. Release the LINK button 3 When the transmitter and receiver s LEDs turn solid green the system is bound and ready for use Confirm that the steering and throttle operate properly before driving your model Steering Sensitivity Exponential The Multi Function knob on the TQi transmitter has been programmed to control Steering Sensitivity also known as exponential The standard setting for Steering Sensitivity is normal zero exponential with the dial full left in its range of travel This setting provides linear servo response the steering servo s movement will correspond exactly with the input from the transmitter s steering wheel Turning the knob clockwise from center will result in negative exponential and decrease steering sensitivity by making the servo less responsive near neutral with increasing sensitivity as the servo nears the limits of its travel range The farther you turn the knob the more pronounced the change in steering servo movement will be The term exponential comes from this effect the servo s travel changes exponentially relative to the input from the steering wheel The exponential effect is indicated as a percentage the greater the percentage the greater the effect The illustrations below show how this works Normal Steering Sensitivity 096 exponential In this illustration the steering servo s travel and with it the steering motion of the model s front wheels corresponds precisely with the
11. 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 operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter Carefully read and follow all instructions in this and any accompanying materials to prevent serious damage to your model Failure to follow these instructions will be considered abuse and or neglect Before running your model look over this entire manual and examine the model carefully If for some reason you decide it is not what you wanted then do not continue any further Your hobby dealer absolutely cannot accept a model for return or exchange after it has been run Throughout this manual you ll notice warnings and helpful hints identified by the icons below Be sure to read them ip An important warning about personal safety or avoiding damage to your model and related components Special advice from Traxxas to make things easier and more fun Q Refers you to a page with a related topic If you have any questions about your model or its operation call the Traxxas Technical Support Line toll free at 1 888 TRAXXAS 1 888 872 9927 Technical support is available Monday through Friday from 8 30am to 9 00pm central time Technical assistance is also available at Traxxas com support You may also e mail customer support with your question at support Traxxas com Join thousands of registered m
12. gt gt 4wd Off Road Electric Traxxas Link Model Memory simplifies organizing your collection of vehicles Available on the App Store SLASH 4 4 33 Tm gt OWNER S MANUAL 6200 TRAXXAS WAY MCKINNEY TEXAS 75070 1 888 140530 680860M N EN ROO
13. steering wheel The ranges are exaggerated for illustrative purposes Decreased Steering Sensitivity Negative Exponential By turning the Multi Function knob clockwise the steering sensitivity of the model will be decreased Note that a relatively large amount of steering wheel travel results in a smaller amount of servo travel The farther you turn the knob the more pronounced the effect becomes Decreased steering sensitivity may be helpful when driving on low traction surfaces when driving at high speed or on tracks that favor sweeping turns where gentle steering inputs are required The ranges are exaggerated for illustrative purposes Effective Turning Turning Range Range on Model at Transmitter Experiment Try varying degrees of exponential It s easy to go back to zero if you don t like the effect There s no wrong way to adjust exponential Any setting that makes you more comfortable with your model s handling is the right setting The receiver antenna has been set up and installed from the factory The antenna is secured by a 3x4mm set screw To remove the antenna tube simply remove the set screw with the included 1 5mm wrench M Tip 1 N s Antenna When reinstalling the antenna Tube first slide the antenna wire into the bottom of the antenna tube until the white tip of the antenna is at the top of the tube under the black cap Next insert the antenna tube into the mount while making sure that
14. Apply a small bead of silicone grease Traxxas part 1647 to the wire clamp 5 Install the wire clamp and tighten the two 2 8x8mm cap screws securely 6 Install the receiver into the box and plug the wires into receiver Refer to page 11 for the wiring diagram 4x4 Zl LL All of the toe links are installed on the truck so the left hand thread indicators point to the same direction This makes it easier to remember which way to turn the wrench to increase or decrease toe link length the direction is the same at all four corners Note that the groove in the hex indicates the side of the toe link with the left hand threads Left Front Right Front Rear toe in can be adjusted using accessory rear axle carriers Traxxas Part 1952X These can add or remove 1 5 toe per side for a total of 1 to 4 degrees per side 22 SLASH 4x4 Once you become familiar with driving your model you might need to make adjustments for better driving performance Adjusting Gear Mesh Incorrect gear mesh is the most common cause of stripped spur gears Gear mesh should be checked and adjusted anytime a gear is replaced Access the gears by removing the single screw on the gear cover To set the gear mesh loosen the motor screw Cut a narrow strip of notebook paper and run it into the gear mesh Slide the motor and pinion gear into the spur gear Retighten the motor screws and then remove the strip of paper
15. Service Support Guide for complete assembly diagrams Removing the front suspension module 1 Remove the two 4x12 button head cap screws from the front of the chassis 2 Remove the two 4x10 button head cap screws from the top of the chassis 3 Remove the 3x15 button head cap screw from the steering link under the chassis 4 Pull the front suspension assembly away from the chassis Removing the rear suspension module Slipper clutch assembly removal 1 Remove the two 4x12 button head cap screws from the top of the chassis 2 Remove the two 4x12 button head cap screws from the bottom of the chassis 3 Pull the rear suspension assembly away from the chassis 4 The slipper clutch assembly can now be removed Rear Suspension Assembly 3x15BCS Front Suspension i Assembly Slash 4x4 has provisions for adjusting the camber geometry of the front and rear suspension Camber gain refers to an increase in camber angle as the suspension is compressed The camber gain of the vehicle can be changed by moving the camber link attachment to a different horizontal mounting position Adjusting the camber gain will alter the tire contact patch as the suspension is compressed Making the camber link shorter will increase the camber gain This makes the vehicle more stable over bumps but reduces traction on smooth surfaces Lengthening the camber links has the opposite effect Front Front Camber Gain To increase the
16. Your model is equipped with one servo and an electronic speed control Set Button Throttle Neutral Steering Wheel Adjust Red Green Status LED see page 30 for more info Menu Button arem m Tre Steering Trim Multi Function Knob Sensor Expansion Port Throttle Trigger L Battery Compartment Power Switch Brushless Motor see sidebar for proper motor wiring Channel 1 Steering Servo Traxxas High Current Connector Male to Battery Antenna Motor Cap Cooling Fan Connector for optional use V T Voltage Temp Senor Port RPM RPM Sensor Port Channel 2 BATT Electronic Speed Control CH5 Battery Channel 5 CH4 Channel 4 CH3 Channel 3 CH2 Speed Control CH1 Steering Servo CH1 Channel 1 Notused Accessory sensor port for use with TOi Docking Base see Traxxas com and included materials for more information Cp to Motor Traxxas High Current Connector Male to Battery Cooling Fan 448 Connector optionaluse 4 Receiver cable RX wire Heat Sink LED EZ Set Button On Off Button Accessory sensor port for use with the Telemetry Expander Module see Traxxas com and included materials for more information LL Velineon 3500 Specs Type Sensorless brushless RPM volt 3500 10 turn Magnet type Ultra High Temperature Sintered Neodymium Connection type 3 5mm bullet Wire size
17. additional maintenance required with wet running 2 The wheels have small holes molded in to allow air to enter and exit the tire during normal running Water will enter these holes and get trapped inside the tires if holes are not cut in the tires Cut two small holes 3mm or 1 8 diameter in each tire Each hole should be near the tire center line 180 degrees apart 3 Confirm that the receiver box O ring and cover are installed correctly and secure Make sure the screws are tight and the blue O ring is not visibly protruding from the edge of the cover 4 Confirm that your batteries can be used in wet conditions 5 Use lower gearing smaller pinion gears as low as 9T or spur gear as large as 54T when running in mud deep puddles snow or other similar situations that will restrict the tires and put much higher loads on the motor Motor Precautions e Velineon motor life can be greatly reduced in mud and water If the motor gets excessively wet or submerged use very light throttle run the motor slowly until the excess water can run out Applying full throttle to a motor full of water can cause rapid motor failure Your driving habits will determine motor life with a wet motor Do not submerge the motor under water Do not gear the motor by temperature when running in wet conditions The motor will be cooled by water contact and will not give an accurate indication of appropriate gearing Use special care when operatin
18. camber gain on the front suspension move the inner camber link ends out to Position 3 Position 4 is the stock setting Rear Camber Gain To increase the camber gain on the rear suspension move the inner camber link ends out to a different attachment hole Position 1 or 2 in the image Position 3 is the stock setting Once you make adjustments to the camber gain you may need to re adjust the static camber to suit your tuning needs Slash 4x4 has provisions for adjusting the roll center geometry of the front and rear suspension Roll center refers to the virtual axis around which the chassis will roll when subjected to cornering forces The roll center of the vehicle can be raised by mounting the inner ends of the camber links in a lower position Raising the roll center will effectively increase the roll stiffness of the vehicle similar to installing swaybars Adding roll resistance to one end of the vehicle will tend to add traction to the opposite end For example increasing roll resistance in the rear will provide more traction for the front wheels and potentially more steering Raising the roll center on the front and rear equally will increase overall roll resistance without changing the handling balance The default factory locations are designed to make the truck easier and more forgiving to drive and less likely to traction roll in turns Gearing Compatibility Chart The chart below shows recommended e Front Roll Cen
19. electromagnetic windings are built into the motor housing Sensored Sensored refers to a type of brushless motor that uses an internal sensor in the motor to communicate rotor position information back to the electronic speed control The VXL 3s electronic speed control is able to use sensored motors when applications benefit from them such as some sanctioned racing classes Sensorless Sensorless refers to a brushless motor that uses advanced instructions from an electronic speed control to provide smooth operation Additional motor sensors and wiring are not required The VXL 3s electronic speed control is optimized for smooth sensorless control Servo Small motor unit in your model that operates the steering mechanism Solder Tabs Accessible external contacts on the motor that allows for easy wire replacement The Velineon 3500 is equipped with solder tabs Transmitter The hand held radio unit that sends throttle and steering instructions to your model Trim The fine tuning adjustment of the neutral position of the servos made by adjusting the throttle and steering trim knobs on the face of the transmitter Note The Multi Function knob must be programmed to serve as a throttle trim adjustment Thermal Shutdown Protection Temperature sensing electronics used in the VXL 3s electronic speed control detect overloading and overheating of the transistor circuitry If excessive temperature is detected the unit autom
20. hold MENU Release when the status LED blinks green 3 Press MENU three times The status LED will blink green four times repeatedly LED Color Pattern Name Notes 9 Solid green Normal Driving Mode See page 14 for information on how to use your transmitter controls Slow red 0 5 sec on 0 5 sec off Binding See page 15 for more information on binding X Xx Flashing fast green 0 1 sec on 0 15 sec off Throttle Trim Seek Mode Turne ence See page 29 for more information Flashing medium red 0 25 sec on 0 25 sec off Low Battery Alarm Put new batteries in the transmitter See page 11 for more information Transmitter and receiver are no longer bound Turn the system off and then Flashing fast red 0 125 sec on 0 125 sec off Link Failure Error back on to resume normal operation Find source of the link failure i e out of range low batteries damaged antenna Programming Patterns Mor Counts out number green or red then pauses Current menu position See Menu Tree for more information X Fast green 8 times Menu setting accepted on SET X8 Fast red 8 times Menu SET invalid User error such as trying to delete a locked model LED Color Patten Name Notes 9 Solid green Normal Driving Mode See page 14 for information on how to use your transmitter controls Slow red 0 5 sec on 0 5 sec off Binding See page 15 for more information on binding C
21. in wet conditions requires additional care and maintenance for 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 required after running in wet Er SLASH 4x4 19 20 e SLASH 4x4 conditions in order to maintain the performance of your model Do not run your model in wet conditions if you are not willing to accept the additional care and maintenance responsibilities Not all batteries can be used wet environments Consult your battery manufacturer to see if their batteries can be used in wet conditions Do not use LiPo batteries in wet conditions Traxxas transmitter is not water resistant Do not subject it to wet conditions such as rain Do not operate your model during 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 near a beach Before Running Your Vehicle in Wet Conditions 1 Consult the section After Running Your Vehicle in Wet Conditions before proceeding Make sure you understand the
22. store for iPhone iPad or iPod touch mobile devices iPhone iPad or iPod touch are not included with the Traxxas Link Wireless Module RESET TO DEFAULTS STEERING BRAKING THROTTLE TRIM Tap and slide to adjust Steering Sensitivity Throttle Trim Braking Percent and more For more information about the Traxxas Link Wireless Module and the Traxxas Link application visit Real Time Telemetry When you equip your model with sensors the Traxxas Link dashboard comes to life showing you speed battery voltage RPM and temperature Set threshold warnings and log maximums minimums or averages Use the recording function to document your dashboard view with sound so that you can keep your eyes on your driving and not miss a single apex The customizable Traxxas Link dashboard delivers real time rpm speed temperature and voltage data Manage up to 30 Models with Traxxas Link The TQi radio system automatically keeps track of what vehicles it has bound to and what settings were used for each up to 30 models total Traxxas Link provides a visual interface to name the models customize their settings attach profiles and lock them into memory Simply choose a model and any previously bound transmitter power them up and start having fun Vehicle Selection a se epe aro Linked Jato 3 gt qutm La Slash 4X4 g f 1 4X4 egories 2wd Off Road Electric
23. 12 Gauge Max RPM 50 000 Diameter 36mm 1 42 540 size Length 55mm 2 165 Weight 262g 9 240z ESC Motor Wiring Diagram BATTERY Positive Negative A 4 4 11 Use the Right Batteries Your transmitter uses batteries Use new alkaline batteries or rechargeable batteries such as NiMH nickel metal hydride batteries in your transmitter Make sure rechargeable batteries are fully charged according to the manufacturer s instructions If you use rechargeable batteries in your transmitter be aware that when they begin to lose their charge they lose power more quickly than regular alkaline batteries Caution Discontinue running your model at the first sign of weak batteries flashing red light on the transmitter to avoid losing control If the status LED doesn t light green check the polarity of the batteries Check rechargeable batteries for a full charge If you see any other flashing signal from the LED refer to the chart page 30 to identify the code os 12 SLASH 4 4 Your transmitter uses 4 AA batteries The battery compartment is located in the base of the transmitter Remove the battery compartment door by pressing the tab and sliding the door open 2 Install the batteries in the correct orientation as indicated in the battery compartment 3 Reinstall the battery door and snap it closed
24. 5096 then reassign the knob to control Steering Sensitivity the transmitter will remember the Steering Percentage setting Adjustments you make to Steering Sensitivity will be applied to the 5096 steering throw setting you selected previously Likewise setting the Multi Function knob to disabled will prevent the knob from making further adjustments but the last setting of the Multi Function knob will still apply Traxxas Link Model Memory is an exclusive patent pending feature of the TQi transmitter Each time the transmitter is bound to a new receiver it saves that receiver in its memory along with all the settings assigned to that receiver When the transmitter and any bound receiver are switched on the transmitter automatically recalls the settings for that receiver There is no need to manually select your vehicle from a list of model memory entries Starting Over Restoring Factory Defaults When programming your TQi transmitter you may feel the need to start over with a clean slate Follow these simple steps to restore the factory settings 1 Turn the transmitter off 2 Hold both MENU and SET 3 Turn the transmitter on 4 Release MENU and SET The transmitter LED will blink red 5 Press SET to clear settings The LED will turn solid green and the transmitter is restored to default Throttle Trim Seek Mode When the Multi Function knob is set to throttle trim the transmitter remembers the throttle trim s
25. 54 IWO MN n 4000 Skill Level Nu Stock Gearing 4000 mAh 5000 mAh 50004 mAh Skill Level The action of the Slash 4x4 s front and rear gear differentials be tuned for different driving conditions and performance requirements without major disassembly or removal of the suspension system From the factory the differentials are sealed to maintain consistent long term performance Changing the oil in the differential with either lower or higher viscosity oil will vary the performance characteristics of the differentials Changing to a higher viscosity oil in the differential will reduce the tendency for motor power to be transferred to the wheel with the least traction You may notice this when making sharp turns on slick surfaces The unloaded wheels on the inside of the turn have the least traction and tend to spin up to extremely high rpms Higher viscosity thicker oil causes the differential to act like a limited slip differential distributing more equal power to the left and right wheels Slash 4x4 will generally benefit from higher viscosity oil when climbing or racing on low traction surfaces Note Heavier oil will allow power to be transferred even with one or more tires off the ground This can make the vehicle more likely to overturn on high traction surfaces From the factory the fron
26. 7 cell NiMH and 2S LiPo Included optional gearing for high speed NiMH running only Included optional gearing for high speed LiPo running only Once you make adjustments to the roll center you may need to re adjust the static camber to suit your tuning needs Fits for high speed runs only not recommended for use with NiMH batteries High current LiPo batteries required Blue purple and red gearing ranges require part modification or the use of aftermarket brushed 540 motors to accommodate the gearing selection Requires removal or modification of plastic motor end cap for proper fit Requires removal or modification of center shaft cover for proper fit For aftermarket 540 motors center shaft cover removed or modified 4 4 25 gear combination ranges for your model 1 Velineon 3500 Specs Type Sensorless brushless rpm volt 3500 Magnet type Ultra High Temperature Sintered Neodymium Connection type 3 5mm bullet Wire size 12 rpm 50 000 Diameter 36mm 1 42 540 size Length 55mm 2 165 Weight 262g 9 24027 Always use proper length motor bolts The standard motor mounting bolts are 3x8mm Using motor bolts that are too long can interfere with the motor s rotation damage the motor s internal parts The VXL 3s features Locked Rotor Protection The VXL 3s checks to make sure the motor is turning the motor is locke
27. LED blinks x2 Use Multi Function knob to set neutral P VEA Press SET to save position e Press hold MENU returns to driving mode To set the END POINTS of the STEERING servo Press hold MENU green LED blinks did 12 Press MENU green LED blinks x2 Press SET green LED blinks ini Press SET red LED blinks 29 s Press MENU twice red LED blinks x3 left and right travel Turn steering wheel to desired max 28 x vo Press SET to save each position Turn steering wheel to test settings IF END POINTS i ARE OK Press hold MENU returns to driving mode IF END POINTS NEED TO BE CHANGED Press SET and repeat steps 6 8 To reset the END POINTS of STEERING servo to defaults E Press hold MENU green LED blinks did o2 Press MENU green LED blinks x2 ini Press SET green LED blinks ini Press SET red LED blinks Press MENU 3 times red LED blinks x4 x vo Press SET to reset end points Press hold MENU returns to driving mode To REVERSE the direction of THROTTLE servo Press hold MENU green LED blinks Press MENU green LED blinks x2 Press SET green LED blinks did on Press MENU green LED blinks x2 Press SET red LED blinks p 3 x8 Press SET to reverse servo direction Press hold MENU returns to driving mode To set the SUB TRIM 24
28. Low Voltage Detection on the speed control is just one part of a comprehensive plan for safe LiPo battery use Be aware that Traxxas shall not be liable for any special indirect incidental or consequential damages arising out of the installation and or use of LiPo batteries in Traxxas models If you have questions about LiPo battery usage please consult with your local hobby dealer or contact the battery manufacturer As a reminder all batteries should be recycled at the end of their useful life FIRE HAZARD Charging and discharging batteries has the potential for fire explosion serious injury and property damage if not performed per the instructions In addition Lithium Polymer LiPo batteries pose a SEVERE risk of fire if not properly handled per the instructions Before use read and follow all manufacturer s instructions warnings and precautions Never allow children under 14 years old to charge or use LiPo batteries without the supervision of a responsible knowledgeable adult e While charging or discharging ALWAYS place the battery all types of batteries in a fire retardant fire proof container and on a non flammable surface such as concrete ALWAYS charge batteries in a well ventilated area REMOVE flammable items and combustible materials from the charging area ONLY use a Lithium Polymer LiPo balance charger with a balance adapter to charge LiPo batteries ME any battery is damaged any way DO
29. MODEL 68086 S MANUAL OWNER TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 BEFORE YOU PROCEED SAFETY PRECAUTIONS TOOLS SUPPLIES AND REQUIRED EQUIPMENT ANATOMY OF THE SLASH 4x4 QUICK START GETTING UP TO SPEED RADIO AND VELINEON BRUSHLESS POWER SYSTEM ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL DRIVING YOUR MODEL BASIC TUNING ADJUSTMENTS MAINTAINING YOUR MODEL ADVANCED TUNING ADJUSTMENTS ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE 2 SLASH 4x4 Thank you for purchasing the Slash 4X4 equipped with the Brushless Power System The Velineon Power System lets you experience the best that brushless motor technology has to offer Incredible speed efficient operation long run times and low maintenance operation are just some of the benefits We are confident you will be rewarded with high speed performance durable long lasting product This manual contains the instructions you will need to operate and maintain your model so that you can enjoy it for years to come We want you to feel confident that you own one of the best performing models in the market and that it is backed by a team of professionals who aim to provide the highest level of factory support possible Traxxas models are about experiencing total performance and satisfaction not just with your model but also with the company that stands behind it We know you re excited about getting your new model on the road but it s very
30. Reset End Points Press SET to restore factory Four Blinks Red default end points 1 Unlock One Blink Red 2 Lock Two Blinks Red 3 Unlock All Three Blinks Red 1 Confirm Deletion One Blink Red SLASH 4 4 31 ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE Set Multi Function knob for STEERING SENSITIVITY Expo Press hold MENU green LED blinks Press SET red LED blinks 28 18 Press SET to confirm green LED blinks x8 e Press hold MENU returns to driving mode Set Multi Function knob for THROTTLE SENSITIVITY Expo 24 Press hold MENU green LED blinks dini amp Press SET red LED blinks 2 0 Press MENU to confirm red LED blinks x2 x vo Press SET to select green LED blinks x8 k Press hold MENU returns to driving mode Set Multi Function knob for STEERING Dual Rate 96 Press hold MENU green LED blinks dini Press SET red LED blinks 28 03 Press MENU twice red LED blinks x3 20 x Press SET to select green LED blinks x8 Press hold MENU returns to driving mode Set Multi Function knob for BRAKING PERCENTAGE 96 Press hold MENU green LED blinks dini Press SET red LED blinks sva Press MENU 3 times red LED blinks x4 28 x xo Press SET to select green LED blinks x8 Press hold MENU returns to driving mode Set Multi Function knob for THROTTLE
31. TRIM Press hold MENU green LED blinks dini Press SET red LED blinks 28 xc vo Press MENU 4 times red LED blinks x5 20 x x8 Press SET to select green LED blinks x8 k Press hold MENU returns to driving mode 9 Adjust the Multi Function knob until the LED turns solid green To LOCK the Multi Function knob dii Press hold MENU green LED blinks 24 lt Press SET red LED blinks 2 6 Press MENU 5 times red LED blinks x6 20 x vo Press SET to lock green LED blinks x8 Press hold MENU returns to driving mode To REVERSE the direction of STEERING servo Press hold MENU green LED blinks 12 Press MENU green LED blinks x2 Press SET green LED blinks Press SET red LED blinks 28 o va Press SET to reverse servo direction PT Press hold MENU returns to driving mode MENU TREE FORMULAS To select functions and make adjustments to the transmitter without referencing the Menu Tree turn your transmitter on find the function in the left column you wish to adjust and simply follow the corresponding steps 5 c CC Always turn your transmitter on first To set the SUB TRIM of the STEERING servo Press hold MENU green LED blinks disi c2 Press MENU green LED blinks x2 ini Press SET green LED blinks dini Press SET red LED blinks dii amp 12 Press MENU red
32. To prevent corrosion and assure maximum bearing life screws securely lubricate the bearings with a light oil available at your local hobby store Following these steps will extend motor life and maintain peak performance Be sure to wear eye protection when using spray aerosol cleaners 9 Inspect the cover to make sure that the O ring seal is not visible Removing and Installing Radio Gear The unique 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 8x8mm cap screws 4 Unplug the servo cables from the receiver and remove the receiver Receiver Installation 1 Always install the wires into the receiver 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
33. You should be able to run a fresh strip of paper through the gears without binding them Strip of Paper Adjusting the Toe in Geometry and alignment specifications play an important role in your model s handling Take the time to set them correctly Set the steering trim on your transmitter to neutral Now adjust your servo and tie rods so that both wheels are pointing straight ahead and are parallel to each other 0 degrees toe in This will ensure the same amount of steering in both directions For increased stability add one to two degrees of toe in to each front wheel Use the turnbuckles to adjust the alignment 12 22 12 22 Toe Base Factory Settings Front 0 degrees Rear 2 5 degrees toe in each side Adjusting the Camber The camber angle of both the front and rear wheels can be adjusted with the camber links upper turnbuckles Use a square or right angle triangle to set the camber accurately Adjust the front wheels to 1 2 of negative camber In the rear adjust the wheels to 1 2 of negative camber These adjustments should be set with the truck positioned at its normal ride height Camber Static Camber Base Factory Settings Front 1 degrees negative camber each side Rear 1 degrees negative camber each side Shock Mounting Positions Big bumps and rough terrain require a softer suspension with the maximum possible suspension travel and ride height Racing on a prepared track or on road use requ
34. antenna wire is in the slot in the antenna mount then install the set screw next to the antenna tube Use the supplied 1 5mm wrench to tighten the screw just until the antenna tube is securely in place Do not over tighten Do not bend or kink the antenna wire See the sidebar for more information Do not shorten the antenna tube a VXL 3s Battery Settings Low Voltage Detection Setting The Velineon VXL 3s electronic speed control is equipped with built in Low Voltage Detection The Low Voltage Detection circuitry constantly monitors the battery voltage When the battery voltage begins to reach the minimum recommended discharge voltage threshold for LiPo battery packs the VXL 3s will limit the power output to 50 throttle When the battery voltage attempts to fall below the minimum threshold the VXL 3s will shut down all motor output The LED on the speed control will slowly blink red indicating a low voltage shutdown The VXL 3s will stay in this mode until a fully charged battery is connected The VXL 3s speed control s Low Voltage Detection has been set up for best performance with the batteries supplied with your model If factory equipped with NiMH batteries the speed control s LED will glow red when it is turned on indicating Low Voltage Detection is disabled If factory equipped with LiPo batteries the LED will glow green when it is turned on indicating Low Voltage Detection is activated To verify the Low Voltage Detectio
35. any of the next level features are controlled by the Multi Function knob which can be programmed to control a variety of functions The detailed instructions page 29 and Menu Tree page 31 included in this manual will help you understand and operate the advanced functions of the new TQi radio system For additional information and how to videos visit Traxxas com Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with these radio and power system terms They will be used throughout this manual A detailed explanation of the advanced terminology and features of your new radio system begins on page 29 2 4GHz Spread Spectrum This model is equipped with the latest R C technology Unlike AM and FM systems that require frequency crystals and are prone to frequency conflicts the TOi system automatically selects and locks onto an open frequency and offers superior resistance to interference and glitching BEC Battery Eliminator Circuit The BEC can either be in the receiver or in the ESC This circuit allows the receiver and servos to be powered by the main battery pack in an electric model This eliminates the need to carry a separate pack of 4 AA batteries to power the radio equipment Brushless Motor A D C brushless motor replaces the brushed motor s traditional commutator and brush arrangement with intelligent electronics that energize the electromagnetic windings in sequence to provide rotation Opposite of a brushed motor the brushle
36. ase online at Traxxas com register Traxxas com register 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
37. at secure the 1 Remove the four 2 5x10mm screws from the differential case top bumper mount to diff case and carefully pull the diff case halves apart Work over a towel to 2 Turn the chassis over and remove the two 3x12mm countersunk collect any fluid that drips from the differential crews that hold the bumper skid plate to the bulkhead The two 2 Drain the fluid from the differential You may wish to remove the front screws do not need to be removed spider gears from the differential to make this easier 3 Remove the 3x20mm button head screw from the bumper 3 Place the spider gears back into the diff case if you removed mount and tie bar them Fill the diff case with fluid until the spider gears are 4 Slide bumper assembly off of the chassis submerged half way 5 Remove the tie bar from the chassis 4 Rejoin the diff case halves using care to align the screw holes 6 Remove the two 3x15mm button head screws from differential Be sure the rubber gasket is in place or the differential may leak cover Do not remove the two screws that secure the shock tower gt Install the 2 5x10mm screws and tighten securely 7 Remove the differential cover and slide the differential out of the front of the case 8 To reinstall the differential reverse the steps Rear Differential Removal Front of Truck 28 SLASH 4x4 Your Traxxas transmitter has a programmable Multi Function knob that can be set to control various adva
38. atically shuts down to prevent damage to the electronics 2 channel radio system The TQi radio system consisting of the receiver the transmitter and the servos The system uses two channels one to operate the throttle and one to operate the steering Voltage Voltage is a measure of the electrical potential difference between two points such as between the positive battery terminal and ground Using the analogy of the garden hose while current is the quantity of water flow in the hose voltage corresponds to the pressure that is forcing the water through the hose Do not kink the receiver s antenna wire Kinks in the antenna wire will reduce range DO NOT CUT any part of the receiver s antenna wire Cutting the antenna will reduce range Extend the antenna wire in the model as far as possible for maximum range It is not necessary to extend the antenna wire out of the body but wrapping or coiling the antenna wire should be avoided Do not allow the antenna wire to extend outside the body without the protection of an antenna tube or the antenna wire may get cut or damaged reducing range It is recommended to keep the wire inside the body in the antenna tube to prevent the chance of damage Your model is equipped with the newest 2 4GHz transmitter with Traxxas Link Model Memory The transmitter has two channels for controlling your throttle and steering The receiver inside the model has 5 output channels
39. cal and lift it from the backing alg P apply the decals place one end down hold the other end up and gradually smooth the decal down with your finger as you go This will prevent air bubbles Placing both ends of the decal down and then trying to smooth it out will result in air pockets Look at the photos on the box for typical decal placement Er SLASH 4 4 9 To prevent loss of radio range do not kink or cut the black wire do not bend or cut the metal tip bend cut white wire at the end of the metal tip Correct No 10 SLASH 4x4 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 designed for NiMH batteries is required for optimal performance Receiver The radio unit inside your model that receives signals from the transmitter and relays them to the servos Resistance In an electrical sense resistance is a measure of how an object resists or obstructs the flow of current through it When flow is constricted energy is converted to heat and is lost The Velineon power system is optimized to reduce electrical resistance and the resulting power robbing heat Rotor The rotor is the main shaft of the brushless motor In a brushless motor the magnets are mounted to the rotor and the
40. caused by the servo moving steering or throttle linkages in the case of a nitro model farther than their mechanical limits The end point adjustment settings you select will represent what you wish to be the servo s maximum travel the Steering Percentage or Braking Percentage functions will not override the End Point settings Steering and Throttle Sub Trim The Sub Trim function is used to precisely set the neutral point of the steering or throttle servo in the event that simply setting the trim knob to zero does not completely center the servo When selected Sub Trim allows finer adjustment to the servo output shaft s position for precise setting of the neutral point Always set the Steering Trim knob to zero before making final adjustment if required using Sub Trim If Throttle Trim has been previously adjusted the Throttle Trim will need to be reprogrammed to zero before making final adjustment using Sub Trim Setting Lock Once you ve adjusted all of these settings the way you like them you may want to disable the Multi Function knob so none of your settings can be changed This is especially handy if you operate multiple vehicles with a single transmitter via Traxxas Link Model Memory Multiple Settings and the Multi Function Knob It is important to note that settings made with the Multi Function knob are overlaid on top of each other For example if you assign the Multi Function to adjust Steering Percentage and set it for
41. ce and care instructions provided by the manufacturer of your batteries and charger Keep the VXL 3s cool Get plenty of airflow across the ESC heat sinks Use the correct Low Voltage Detection setting for your battery see page 17 Low Voltage Detection can be off for maximum NiMH battery runtime Never use LiPo batteries while Low Voltage Detection is turned off Lower your gear ratio Installing a smaller pinion or larger spur gear will lower your gear ratio causing less power draw from the motor and battery and reducing overall operating temperatures Maintain your model Do not allow dirt or damaged parts to cause binding in the drivetrain Keep the motor clean mAh Ratings and Power Output The mAh rating of the battery can affect your top speed performance The higher capacity battery packs experience less voltage drop under heavy load than low mAh rated packs The higher voltage potential allows increased speed until the battery begins to become discharged Your new Traxxas model is designed with water resistant features to protect the electronics in the model receiver servos electronic speed control This gives you the freedom to have fun driving your model through puddles wet grass snow and through other wet conditions Though highly water resistant the model should not be treated as though it is submersible or totally 10096 waterproof Water resistance applies only to the installed electronic components Running
42. ck Caster Block Compartment Hold Down Half Shaft Traxxas High Current Connector Battery ja uspension Arm Spur Gear Motor Front Shock Tower Drive Shaft Chassis E i Cica M N r aw F ON ES Rear Shock Tower 4 j Pl E EIE 4 g al P 4 T Steering Servo F 7 VV Antenna Mount Electronic Speed Control Receiver Box Pinion Gear Rear Suspension Arm Slipper Clutch LED Light Pipe Toe Link Front Body Mount Front Camber Link Rear Bumper Front Bumper Rear Body Mount SLASH 4x4 7 p The Quick Start Guide is not intended to replace the full operating instructions available in this manual Please read this entire manual for complete instructions on the proper use and maintenance of your model Look for the Quick Start logo at the bottom of Quick Start pages os Se SLASH 4x4 M The following guide is an overview of the procedures for getting your model running Look for the Quick Start logo on the bottom corners of Quick Start pages 7 1 Read the safety precautions page 3 For your own safety understand where carelessness and misuse could lead to personal injury and product damage 7 2 Charge the battery pack See page 12 Fully charge the provided battery pack Begin charging your battery right away
43. d control and turn on the ESC see page 17 The servo s output shaft will automatically jump to its center position 6 Install the servo horn onto the servo output shaft The servo horn should face toward the center of the chassis and be perpendicular to the servo body 7 Check servo operation by turning the steering wheel back and forth to ensure that the mechanism has been centered properly and you have equal throw in both directions Use the transmitter s steering trim knob to fine tune the position of the servo horn so the model tracks straight when the steering wheel is at neutral Adjusting the Slipper Clutch The model is equipped with an adjustable slipper clutch which is built into the large spur gear The purpose of the slipper clutch is to regulate the amount of power sent to the wheels to prevent tire spin When it slips the slipper clutch makes a high pitch whining noise To adjust the slipper use the included wrench to hold the adjusting nut and roll the model forward to tighten and reverse to loosen Place the model on high traction surface such as carpet Adjust the slipper so that you can hear it slip for approximately two feet from a standing full throttle start Learn more about adjusting the slipper clutch in the sidebar 1 4 Turn 90 To achieve a good starting point for the slipper clutch in this model remove the slipper gear assembly from your model see page 24 for instructions and
44. d or damaged the ESC will enter fail safe until the motor is free to rotate 26 SLASH 4x4 One of the more significant advantages to your model s transmission is the extremely wide range of available gear ratios Changing the gearing allows you to fine tune the speed of the model and control the temperatures of the battery pack and motor Use a lower gear ratio numerically larger to reduce current draw and temperatures Use a higher gear numerically lower to increase top speed Use the following formula to calculate the overall ratio for combinations not listed on the gear chart Spur Gear Teeth Pinion Gear Teeth 2 85 Final Gear Ratio When using higher gear ratios it is important to monitor the temperatures of the battery and motor If the battery is extremely hot 150 F and or the motor is too hot to touch 200 F your model is probably over geared and drawing too much current This temperature test assumes that the model is close to factory stock weight and operates freely with no excessive friction dragging or binding and the battery is fully charged and in good condition Note Check and adjust gear mesh if a spur and or pinion gear is changed This model is equipped with a Velineon 3500 motor The gear combination that comes stock on each model provides good overall acceleration and top speed If you want more top speed install the included optional large pinion gear more teeth The included opti
45. e user is setting the Multi Function knob to be a steering dual rate control To set the Multi Function knob to control STEERING DUAL RATE 1 Switch the transmitter on 2 Press and hold MENU until the green LED lights It will blink in single intervals 3 Press SET The red LED will blink in single intervals to indicate Steering Dual Rate has been selected 4 Press MENU twice The red LED will blink three times repeatedly to indicate Steering Percentage has been selected 5 Press SET to select The green LED will blink 8 times fast to indicate successful selection 6 Press and hold MENU to return to driving mode Restoring Factory Defaults Transmitter Hold both Transmitter Release MENU and SET OFF MENU and SET red LED blinks Press MENU to move through options Press SET to select an option 1 Steering Sensitivity Expo One Blink Red 2 Throttle Sensitivity Expo Two Blinks Red Enter Programming Press and hold MENU for 3 seconds 3 Steering Dual Rate Three Blinks Red Braking 96 Four Blinks Red 1 Multi Function Knob One Blink Green Press SET D Throttle Trim Five Blinks Red presi 6 Knob Disabled ii MENU Six Blinks Red 2 Channel Setup Press 1 Steering Channel 1 Press H Two Blinks Green SET One Blink Green SET Press MENU Press MENU Two Blinks Green Press SET to select an option 3 Mode Selection
46. eases as the number of wire turns in the motor decreases As the kV increases the current draw through the electronics also increases The Velineon 3500 motor is a 3500 kV motor optimized for the best speed and efficiency in lightweight 1 10 scale models LiPo Abbreviation for Lithium Polymer Rechargeable LiPo battery packs are known for their special chemistry which allows extremely high energy density and current handling in a compact size These are high performance batteries that require special care and handling LiPo battery packs are for advanced users only mAh Abbreviation for milliamp hour a measure of the capacity of the battery pack The higher the number the longer the battery will last between recharges 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 required to reduce the possibility of developing a memory effect and shortened run times NiMH Abbreviation for nickel metal hydride Rechargeable NiMH LL Applying the Decals The main decals for your model have been applied at the factory Additional decals printed on self adhesive clear mylar and are die cut for easy removal Use a hobby knife to lift the corner of a de
47. embers in our online community at Traxxas com Traxxas offers a full service on site repair facility to handle any of your Traxxas service needs Maintenance and replacement parts may be purchased directly from Traxxas by phone or online at BuyTraxxas com You can save time along with shipping and handling costs by purchasing replacement parts from your local dealer Do not hesitate to contact us with any of your product support needs We want you to be thoroughly satisfied with your new model All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model Operate your model sensibly and with care and it will be exciting safe and fun for you and those around you Failure to operate your model in a safe and responsible manner may result in property damage and serious injury The precautions outlined in this manual should be strictly followed to help ensure safe operation You alone must see that the instructions are followed and the precautions are adhered to Your model is not intended for use on public roads or congested areas where its operation can conflict with or disrupt pedestrian or vehicular traffic Never under any circumstances operate the model in crowds of people Your model is very fast and could cause injury if allowed to collide with anyone e Because your model is controlled by radio it is subject to radio interference from many sources that are beyond your control Since radio interference can cause momenta
48. ense at all times Children require adult supervision while using this charger DO NOT let any exposed battery contacts or wires touch each other This will cause the battery to short circuit and create the risk of fire While charging ALWAYS place the battery all types of batteries in a fire retardant fire proof container and on a non flammable surface such as concrete NEVER charge batteries on wood cloth carpet or on any other flammable material ALWAYS charge batteries in a well ventilated area e REMOVE flammable items and combustible materials from the charging area DO NOT operate the charger in a cluttered space or place objects on top of the charger or battery If any battery or battery cell is damaged in any way DO NOT charge discharge or use the battery Keep a Class D fire extinguisher nearby in case of fire BEFORE you charge ALWAYS confirm that the charger settings exactly match the type chemistry specification and configuration of the battery to be charged DO NOT use the 2 3 cell LiPo charger part 2935 to charge NiMH batteries DO NOT exceed the battery manufacturer s maximum recommended charge rate DO NOT disassemble crush short circuit or expose the batteries or cells to flame or any other source of ignition battery gets hot to the touch temperature greater than 110 F 43 C during the charging process immediately disconnect the battery from the charg
49. er and discontinue charging DO NOT leave the charger and battery unattended while charging discharging or anytime the charger is ON with a battery connected If there are any signs of a malfunction unplug the power source and or stop the charging process immediately ALWAYS unplug the charger from the wall outlet and disconnect the battery when not in use DO NOT operate the charger inside of an automobile AVOID short circuits by always connecting the charge cable to the charger first and then to the battery to charge or discharge Remember to always reverse this procedure when disconnecting the battery NEVER connect more than one battery at a time to the charger DO NOT disassemble the charger REMOVE the battery from your model or device before charging DO NOT expose the charger to water or moisture ALWAYS store battery packs safely out of the reach of children and pets DO NOT charge batteries if you observe ANY of the following conditions Batteries that are fully charged or have been only slightly discharged Batteries that are hot temperature greater than 110 F 43 C Batteries that are not expressly stated by the manufacturer to be suitable to accept the power output voltage and amperage the charger delivers during the charging process Batteries that are damaged or defective in any way Examples of damage or defects include but are not limited to batteries with dented cells dama
50. etting If the throttle trim knob is moved from the original setting while the transmitter is off or while the transmitter was used to control another model the transmitter ignores the actual position of the trim knob This prevents the model from accidentally running away The LED on the face of the transmitter will rapidly blink green and the throttle trim knob Multi Function knob will not adjust the trim until it is moved back to its original position saved in memory To restore throttle trim control simply turn the Multi Function knob either direction until the LED stops blinking SLASH 4x4 29 Model Lock 4 Press SET The status LED will blink green in single flash intervals fl Failsaf The Traxxas Link Model Memory feature can store up to thirty models 5 Press SET once The status LED will blink red once repeatedly a di receivers in its memory If you bind a thirty first receiver Traxxas Link 6 Press MENU once The status LED will blink red twice repeatedly racio system is Model Memory will delete the oldest receiver from its memory in 7 Press SET The LED will blink rapidly green The memory is now equipped with a built in failsafe f other words the model you used the longest time ago will be deleted locked Press and hold MENU to return to driving mode function that returns the throttle m odi NS Activating Model Lock will lock the receiver in memory so it cannot be Note To
51. g chart on page 25 for more information 4 SLASH 4x4 Use the Factory Installed Stock Connectors Do not change the battery and motor connectors Improper wiring can cause fire or damage to the ESC Please note that modified speed controls can be subject to a rewiring fee when returned for service No Reverse Voltage The ESC is not protected against reverse polarity voltage Always adhere to the minimum and maximum limitations of the speed control as stated in the specifications table the Owner s Manual If your ESC operates on two batteries do not mix battery types and capacities Use the same voltage and capacity for both batteries Using mismatched battery packs could damage the batteries and electronic speed control LiPo Batteries Lithium Polymer LiPo batteries are becoming popular for use in R C models due to their compact size high energy density and high current output However these types of batteries require special care and handling procedures for long life and safe operation LiPo batteries are intended only for advanced users that are educated on the risks associated with LiPo battery use Your model is able to use LiPo batteries LiPo batteries have a minimum safe discharge voltage threshold that should not be exceeded The electronic speed control is equipped with built in Low Voltage Detection which alerts the driver when LiPo batteries have reached their minimum voltage discharge threshold
52. g your model in muddy conditions Stop operating your model if it appears to be straining due to the tackiness of the mud or build up of mud on the chassis Do not allow mud to collect on the motor or pack around the motor After Running Your Vehicle in Wet Conditions 1 Drain the tires by spinning the tires at high speed to sling the water out One way to do this is to make several high speed passes on a flat dry surface if possible 2 Remove the batteries Rinse excess dirt and mud off the truck with low pressure water such as from a garden hose Do not use a pressure washer or other high pressure water Avoid directing water into the bearings differentials etc Blow off the truck with compressed air optional but recommended Wear safety glasses when using compressed air Remove the wheels from the truck Spray all the bearings drivetrain and fasteners with WD 40 or similar water displacing light oil Let the truck stand or you may blow it off with compressed air Placing the truck in a warm sunny spot will aid drying Trapped water and oil will continue to drip from the truck for a few hours Place it on a towel or piece of cardboard to protect the surface underneath As a precautionary step remove the sealed receiver box cover While unlikely humidity or tiny amounts of moisture or condensation may enter the receiver box during wet running This can cause long term problems with the sensitive e
53. ged or frayed wires loose connections fluid leaks corrosion plugged vents swelling cell deformity impact damage missing labels melted components or any other signs of damage Battery packs that have been altered from original manufacturer configuration Non rechargeable batteries explosion hazard Batteries that have an internal charge circuit or a protection circuit SLASH 4 4 5 Your model comes with set of specialty metric tools You ll need to purchase other items available from your hobby dealer to operate and maintain your model For more information on batteries see Use the Right Batteries on page 12 p 2 Recommended Equipment P di These items are not required for the operation of your 2 5mm L wrench 2 0mm L wrench 1 5mm L wrench U joint wrench 8mm 4mm wrench 4 way wrench model but good idea include in any R C toolbox e Safety glasses e Thin hobby quality cyanoacrylate instant tire P NP glue CA glue Pre Body clips and body washers Preload spacers and shock pistons Foam battery spacer Optional pinion gear Hobby knife e Side cutters and or needle nose pliers e Phillips screwdriver e Soldering iron 7 cell NiMH battery pack NiMH battery charger 4 AA alkaline batteries 6 SLASH Battery and charger style are subject to change may vary from images Rear Camber Link Battery Battery Steering Blo
54. important that you take some time to read through the Owner s Manual This manual contains all the necessary setup and operating procedures that will allow you to unlock the performance potential that Traxxas engineers designed into your model Also be sure to read and follow the precautions and warnings in this manual and on any labels or tags attached to your model They are there to educate you on how to operate your model safely and also get maximum life and performance from your model Even if you are an experienced R C enthusiast it s important to read and follow the procedures in this manual Thank you again for going with Traxxas We work hard every day to assure you receive the highest level of customer satisfaction possible We truly want you to enjoy your new model FCC Compliance Traxxas Support Traxxas support is with you every step of the way Refer to the next page to find out how to contact us and what your support options are Quick Start This manual is designed with a Quick Start path that outlines the necessary procedures to get your model up and running in the shortest time possible If you are an experienced R C enthusiast you will find it helpful and fast Be sure and read through the rest of the manual to learn about important safety maintenance and adjustment procedures Turn to page 8 to begin In order to serve you better as our customer please register your product within 10 days of your purch
55. ires a lower ride height and firmer more progressive suspension settings The more progressive suspension settings help reduce body roll increased roll stiffness dive during braking and squat during acceleration The suspension of your model has been set up for off road performance position 2 on the front suspension arms and position 3 the rear suspension arms If you plan on driving on hard surfaces the following changes should be made 1 Move the front shocks to position 3 on the suspension arms 2 Move the rear shocks to position 4 or 5 on the suspension arms 3 Add a 4mm preload spacer to the front shock 4 Position 1 is not recommended for front or rear Fine Tuning the Shocks The four shocks on the model greatly influence its handling Whenever you rebuild your shocks or make any changes to the pistons springs or oil always make changes to them in pairs front or rear Piston selection depends on the range of oil viscosities that you have available For example using a two hole piston with a lightweight oil will at one point give you the same damping as a three hole piston with heavier oil We recommend using the two hole pistons with a range of oil viscosities from 10W to 50W available from your hobby shop The thinner viscosity oils 30W or less flow more smoothly and are more consistent while thicker oils provide more damping Use only 10096 pure silicone shock oil to prolong seal life
56. lectronics 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 Additional Maintenance Increase your frequency of disassembly inspection and lubrication of the following items This is necessary after extended wet use or if the vehicle will not be used for an extended period of time such as a week or longer This additional maintenance is needed to prevent any trapped moisture from corroding internal steel components Stub axle housing bearings Remove clean and re oil the bearings Differentials Remove disassemble clean and re grease the differential components Use a light coating of wheel bearing grease from an auto parts store on the metal gear teeth Refer to your exploded view diagrams for help with disassembly and reassembly Velineon motor After operating your model in wet or muddy 7 Make sure the box light pipe is aligned with the receiver LED Make conditions remove the motor and clean any mud or dirt from sure the O ring is properly seated into the groove in the receiver box the bearings To access the rear bearing remove the plastic cap so that the cover will not pinch it or damage it in any way with thumb pressure or gently pry the cap off with a flat blade 8 Install the cover and tighten the two 3x10mm button head cap screwdriver
57. ly for the TQi transmitter installs in minutes to transform your Apple iPhone iPad or iPod touch into a powerful tuning tool that allows you to replace the transmitter s button LED programming system with an intuitive high definition full color graphical user interface Traxxas Link The powerful Traxxas Link app available in the Apple App Store gives you complete control over the operation and tuning of your Traxxas model with stunning visuals and absolute precision Install Traxxas Link telemetry sensors on the model and Traxxas Link displays real time data such as speed RPM temperature and battery voltage Compatible with iPhone 4S iPod touch 5th generation and later iPhone 5 iPad 3rd generation and later iPhone 5C iPad mini iPhone 5S iPhone iPad and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries Intuitive iPhone iPad and iPod touch interface Traxxas Link makes it easy to learn understand and access powerful tuning options Control Drive Effects settings such as steering and throttle sensitivity steering percentage braking strength and throttle trim by simply touching and dragging the sliders on the screen b TX x lt Home Drive Effects STEERING SENSITIVITY 50 0 gt THROTTLE SENSITIVITY 0 0 e d The Traxxas Link Wireless Module is sold separately part 6511 The Traxxas Link application is available from the Apple App
58. motor wires Note that in steps 1 7 below Low Voltage Detection is DISABLED factory default and the LED shines red If Low Voltage Detection is ACTIVATED the LED will shine green instead of red in steps 1 7 below Never use LiPo batteries while Low Voltage Detection is disabled 1 With the transmitter on press and release the EZ Set button The LED will shine red This turns the VXL 3s on 2 Apply forward throttle The LED will turn off until full throttle power is reached At full throttle the LED will illuminate red 3 Move the trigger forward to apply the brakes Note that braking control is fully proportional The LED will turn off until full braking power is reached At full brakes the LED will illuminate red 4 Return the throttle trigger to neutral The LED will shine red 5 Move the throttle trigger forward again to engage reverse Profile 1 The LED will turn off Once full reverse power is reached the LED will illuminate red 6 To stop return the throttle trigger to neutral Note that there is a programmed delay when changing from reverse to forward This prevents damage to the transmission on high traction surfaces 7 To turn the VXL 3s off press the EZ Set button until the LED turns off 5 seconds d VXL 3s Specifications Input voltage 4 8 11 1V 4 to 9 cells NiMH or 2S to 3S LiPo Supported Motors Brushless Motor limit Continuous current 200A Peak current 320A BEC vol
59. n setting 1 Turn on the transmitter with the throttle at neutral 2 Connect a fully charged battery pack to the VXL 3s 3 Press and release the EZ Set button to turn the VXL 3s on If the LED is solid red then the Low Voltage Detection is DISABLED not safe to use LiPo batteries If the LED is solid green then Low Voltage Detection is ACTIVATED To activate Low Voltage Detection LiPo setting 1 Make sure the LED on the VXL 3s is on and red 2 Press and hold the EZ Set button for ten seconds The LED will turn off and then light green Also a rising musical tone will be emitted from the motor 3 Low Voltage Detection is now ACTIVATED To disable Low Voltage Detection NiMH setting 1 Make sure the LED on the VXL 3s is on and green 2 Press and hold the EZ Set button for ten seconds The LED will turn off and then light red Also a falling musical tone will be emitted from the motor 3 Low Voltage Detection is now DISABLED Transmitter Adjustments for the VXL 3s ESC Before attempting to program your VXL 3s ESC it is important to make sure that your transmitter is properly adjusted set back to the factory defaults Otherwise you may not get the best performance from your speed control The transmitter should be adjusted as follows If the transmitter settings have been adjusted reset them to the factory defaults 1 Turn the transmitter off 2 Hold both MENU and SET 3 Turn the transmitter on
60. n to maximizing the radio s range this technique will keep your model closer to you making it easier to see and control No matter how fast or far you drive your model always leave adequate space between you the model and others Never drive directly toward yourself or others TQi Binding Instructions For proper operation the transmitter and receiver must be electronically bound This has been done for you at the factory Should you ever need to re bind the system or bind to an additional transmitter or receiver follow these instructions Note The receiver must be connected to a 4 8 6 0v nominal power source for binding and the transmitter and receiver must be within 5 feet of each other 1 Press and hold the transmitter s SET button as you switch the transmitter on The transmitter s LED will flash red slowly Release the SET button LL Using Reverse While driving push the throttle trigger forward to apply brakes Once stopped return the throttle trigger neutral Push the throttle trigger forward again to engage proportional reverse 7 4 4 15 prevent loss of radio range kink cut black wire do bend cut the metal tip and do not bend or cut the white wire at the end of the metal tip Correct No 16 SLASH 4x4 2 Press and hold the receiver s LINK button as you switch on the speed control by pressing the EZ Set button
61. nced transmitter functions set to Steering Sensitivity by default see page 16 Accessing the programming menu is done by using the menu and set buttons on the transmitter and observing signals from the LED An explanation of the menu structure follows on page 31 Experiment with the settings and features to see if they can improve your driving experience Throttle Sensitivity Throttle Exponential The Multi Function knob can be set to control Throttle Sensitivity Throttle Sensitivity works the same way as Steering Sensitivity as described on page 16 but applies the effect to the throttle channel Only forward throttle is affected brake reverse travel remains linear regardless of the Throttle Sensitivity setting Steering Percentage Dual Rate The Multi Function knob can be set to control the amount percentage of servo travel applied to steering Turning the Multi Function knob fully clockwise will deliver maximum steering throw turning the knob counterclockwise reduces steering throw note turning the dial counterclockwise to its stop will eliminate all servo travel Be aware that the steering End Point settings define the servo s maximum steering throw If you set Steering Percentage to 10096 by turning the Multi Function knob fully clockwise the servo will travel all the way to its selected end point but not past it Many racers set Dual Rate so they have only as much steering throw as they need for the track s tightest turn
62. nts of power with the least amount of restriction The benefits are drastically increased speed and acceleration however this places extra demands on the battery and electrical system connections For best performance your model requires the use of battery packs that have cells rated for high discharge and use high quality low resistance assembly techniques such as the included Traxxas Power Cell Battery Pack Cheaply made battery packs do not retain their performance characteristics after repeated uses in high powered electric applications They will lose their punch and run time and may require frequent replacement In addition poor quality high resistance cell connectors could fail requiring disassembly and repair The main goal is to reduce all sources of high resistance in the pack This includes the connector the wire and the bars attaching the cells together High pack resistance will create additional heat and rob you of the full power the cells are capable of producing We recommend using Traxxas Power Cell batteries for best performance complete list of the Power Cell packs for your model visit Traxxas com powercell LL LL Part 3060 Single Male Female Part 3061 ghe The following Traxxas High Current Connector packages are available from your hobby dealer When using adapters be careful not to exceed the current rating of the Molex connector Pa
63. o have some fun This section contains instructions on driving and making adjustments to your model Before you go on here are some important precautions to keep in mind Allow the model to cool for a few minutes between runs This is particularly important when using high capacity battery packs that allow extended periods of running Monitoring temperatures will extend the lives of the batteries and motors See page 27 for advanced user information on monitoring temperatures Do not continue to operate the model with low batteries or you could lose control of it Indications of low battery power include slow operation sluggish servos slow to return to center or ESC shutdown due to the Low Voltage Detection circuitry Stop immediately at the first sign of weak batteries When the batteries in the transmitter become weak the power light will begin to flash red Stop immediately and install new batteries Do not drive the model at night on public streets or in large crowds of people If the model becomes stuck against an object do not continue to run the motor Remove the obstruction before continuing Do not push or pull objects with the model Because the model is controlled by radio it is subject to radio interference from many sources beyond your control Since radio interference can cause momentary losses of control allow a safety margin of space in all directions around the model in order to prevent collisions Use g
64. olong the life of the seals If you are experiencing leakage around the top of the shock inspect the bladder in the top cap for signs of damage or distortion from overtightening If the bottom of the shock is leaking then it is time for a rebuild The Traxxas rebuild kit for two shocks is part 2362 Driveline Inspect the driveline for signs of wear such as worn drive yokes dirty axle half shafts and any unusual noise or binding If a U joint pops apart then it is time to replace Check the operation of the radio system especially the condition of the batteries 4x12BCS T t 1 _ 4x10BCS Slipper Clutch Assembly 4x12BCS the part Remove the gear cover Inspect the spur gear for wear and check the tightness of the set screws in the pinion gears Tighten clean or replace components as needed Storage When you are through running the model for the day blow it off with compressed air or use a soft bristled paint brush to dust off the vehicle Always disconnect and remove the battery from the model whenever the model is stored If the model will be stored for a long time also remove the batteries from the transmitter Suspension and slipper clutch assembly removal The Slash 4X4 was designed with ease of disassembly in mind The entire front and rear suspension assemblies can be removed from the chassis fully intact with the removal of only a few screws Refer to the exploded views included in the Slash 4x4
65. onal large pinion gear is intended for high speed running on hard surfaces and this gearing is not recommended for off road or repetitive starting and stopping LiPo batteries are intended only for the most advanced users that are educated on the risks associated with LiPo battery use It is critical to follow all instructions supplied by the battery manufacturer and the charger manufacturer for proper charging use and storage of LiPo batteries Make sure you understand how to use your LiPo batteries See Safety Precautions and warnings on page 4 for more information Monitoring temperatures will extend the lives of the batteries and motors There are many options available that will help you monitor temperatures and cool your components Temperature sensor To accurately monitor motor temperature and prevent overheating a telemetry temperature sensor part 6523 can be installed on the motor to continually monitor temperature as you drive Generally try to keep your motor below 200 F If necessary increase airflow to the motor by cutting out the rear of the body or windshield Heat sink cooling fan The VXL 3s is equipped with an additional connector to supply power to an optional heat sink cooling fan part 3340 The optional heat sink cooling fan can assist in cooling the VXL 3s in high current motor applications mm __ 6808 Caa meh T 4E SETS Pinion Spur 13 54 18 5 19 54 13 54 19
66. onsistent low voltage in the receiver triggers Fail Safe so there is enough Flashing fast red 0 125 sec on 0 125 sec off Fail Safe Low Voltage Detect 22 2 30 e SLASH 4x4 ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE MENU TREE The Menu Tree below shows how to navigate through the TQi transmitter s various settings and functions Press and hold MENU to enter the Menu Tree and use the following commands to navigate through the menu and select options MENU When you enter a menu you always start at the top Press MENU to move down the Menu Tree When you reach the bottom of the tree pressing MENU again will return you to the top SET Press SET to move across the Menu Tree and select options When an option is committed to the transmitter s memory the status LED will rapidly blink green Press both MENU and SET to go back one level in the Menu Tree BACK EXIT Press and hold MENU to exit programming Your selected options will be saved ECHO Press and hold SET to activate the echo function Echo will play back your current position on the Menu Tree should you lose your place For example If your current position is Steering Channel End Points holding SET will cause the LED to blink green twice green once and then red three times Echo will not alter your adjustments or change your position in the programming sequence Below is an example of how to access a function in the Menu Tree In the example th
67. ood common sense whenever you are driving your model Intentionally driving in an abusive and rough manner will only result in poor performance and broken parts Take care of your model so that you can enjoy it for a long time to come When using the supplied optional pinion for top speed running limit your driving to paved surfaces only Running in grass and off road could cause excessive loads on the electrical system in the model High performance vehicles produce small vibrations that may loosen hardware over time Frequently check wheel nuts and other screws on your vehicle to ensure that all hardware remains properly tightened About Run Time A large factor affecting run time is the type and condition of your batteries The milliamp hour mAh rating of the batteries determines how large their fuel tank is A 3000mAh battery pack will theoretically run twice as long as a 1500mAh sport pack Because of the wide variation in the types of batteries that are available and the methods with which they can be charged it s impossible to give exact run times for the model Another major factor that affects run time is how the model is driven Run times may decrease when the model is driven repetitively from a stop to top speed and with repetitive hard acceleration Tips for Increasing Run Time Use batteries with the highest mAh rating you can purchase Use a high quality peak detecting charger Read and follow all maintenan
68. ound Make sure your hands are clear of the moving parts of the model 3 Plug the battery pack in the model into the speed control 4 The on off switch is integrated into the speed control With the transmitter on press and release the EZ Set button 25 seconds The LED will shine RED or GREEN see note below This turns the model on To turn the VXL 3s off press and hold the EZ Set button until the LED turns off 5 seconds Note If the model is factory equipped with LiPo batteries the LED will be green indicating that Low Voltage Detection is activated If the model is factory equipped with NiMH batteries the LED will be red indicating that Low Voltage Detection is disabled Never use LiPo batteries while Low Voltage Detection is disabled See page 17 for more information on Low Voltage Detection 5 Turn the steering wheel on the transmitter back and forth and check for rapid operation of the steering servo Also check that the steering mechanism is not loose or binding If the steering operates slowly check for weak batteries 6 When looking down at the model the front wheels should be pointing straight ahead If the wheels are turned slightly to the left or right slowly adjust the steering trim control on the transmitter until they are pointing straight ahead 7 Gently operate the throttle trigger to ensure that you have forward and reverse operation and that the motor stops when the throttle trigger is at neu
69. p to prevent your model from receiving stray signals from another transmitter or other source and running out of control Your model has electronic fail safes to prevent this type of malfunction but the first best defense against a runaway model is to always turn the transmitter on first and off last Always use new or freshly charged batteries for the radio system Weak batteries will limit the radio signal between the receiver and the transmitter Loss of the radio signal can cause you to lose control of your model Always turn your transmitter on first Turn the model Plug in the battery n order for the transmitter and receiver to bind to one another the receiver in the model must be turned on within 20 seconds of turning on the transmitter The transmitter LED will flash fast red indicating a failure to link If you miss it simply turn off the transmitter and start over Always turn on the transmitter before plugging in the battery Throttle Neutral Adjustment The throttle neutral adjustment is located on the transmitter face and controls the forward reverse travel of the throttle trigger Change the adjustment by pressing the button and sliding it to the desired position There are two settings available 50 50 Allows equal travel for both acceleration and reverse 70 30 Allows more throttle travel 7096 and less reverse travel 30 Note We strongly recommend to leave this control in it
70. pack with the battery wires facing the rear of the model Insert the tabs of the battery hold down into the slots in the rear hold down retainer and then place the battery hold down over the post Secure the battery hold down with body clip in the hole in the post Do not connect the battery pack yet Using a Different Battery Configuration The battery hold down is capable of accommodating either side by side racing style packs hump packs with a stacked seventh cell or the more common stick packs The battery compartment is configured for stick packs from the factory The number on each side of the hold down indicates the battery height in millimeters that hold down can accommodate Note that one side is labeled 25 and the other side is labeled 23 The 25mm side is for use with typical stick type battery packs If you are using side by side racing packs simply flip the hold down over to the 23mm side and use it on the opposite side of the chassis Note For taller batteries an extended battery hold down part 5827 is available sold separately For shorter batteries 6 cell us the included foam block 25mm side Standard Bevel up NiMH stick pack setup 23mm side Side by side NiMH pack setup Bevel down in the front of the battery compartment 2 Using Other Batteries Your model is equipped with a state of the art high performance power system It is designed to be able to flow large amou
71. residents only Traxxas 6200 Traxxas Way McKinney TX 75070 Phone 972 549 3000 Toll free 1 888 TRAXXAS Internet Traxxas com E mail support Traxxas com Entire contents 2014 Traxxas Traxxas Ready To Race Ready To Win Slash Slash 4X4 Velineon trademarks or registered trademarks of Traxxas Other brand names and marks are the property of their respective holders and are used only for purposes of identification No part of this manual may be reproduced or distributed in print or electronic media without the express written permission of Traxxas Specifications are subject to change without notice SLASH 4 4 ih All instructions precautions outlined in this manual should be strictly followed to ensure safe operation of your model This model is not intended for use by children under 14 years of age without the supervision of a responsible and knowledgeable adult Gearing and battery choice see LiPo Batteries right affect the skill level of the model See chart below Gearing Battery Voltage mAh Gearing Battery Voltage mAh Gearing Battery Voltage mAh Gearing Battery Voltage mAh Nominal Stock Pinion 7 Cell NiMH 8 4V 3000 mAh Opt Pinion 7 Cell NiMH 8 4V 3000 mAh Stock Pinion 3S 20C LiPo 11 1V 5000 mAh Opt Gearing 3S 20C LiPo 11 1V 5000 mAh See the gearin
72. rt 3080 2 Pack Female E Part 43070 2 Pack Male Part 3062 Female Charge Adapter Battery Compartment Specs e 166mm 6 54 long x 49 5mm 1 95 wide e Height with stock strap 23mm 91 or 25mm 94 e Height with Part 5827X options battery standoffs Up to 44mm 1 73 Note There is some flex with the battery strap Itis possible to fit slightly taller batteries in the compartment 4 4 13 Remember always turn the TQi transmitter on first and off last to avoid damage to your model Automatic Fail Safe The TQi transmitter and receiver are equipped with an automatic fail safe system that does not require user programming In the event of signal loss or interference the throttle will return to neutral and the steering will hold its last commanded position If the Fail Safe activates while you are operating your model determine the reason for signal loss and resolve the problem before operating your model again When rechargeable batteries begin to lose their charge they will fade much faster than alkaline dry cells Stop immediately at the first sign of weak batteries Never turn the transmitter off when the battery pack is plugged in The model could run out of control Dr 14 SLASH 4 4 Neutral Reverse 9545 24s Always turn your transmitter on first and off last This procedure will hel
73. ry losses of radio control always allow a safety margin in all directions around the model in order to prevent collisions The motor battery and speed control can become hot during use Be careful to avoid getting burned Don t operate your model at night or anytime your line of sight to the model may be obstructed or impaired in any way Most importantly use good common sense at all times Speed Control Your model s electronic speed control ESC is an extremely powerful electronic device capable of delivering high current Please closely follow these precautions to prevent damage to the speed control or other components e Disconnect the Battery Always disconnect the battery or batteries from the speed control when not in use Insulate the Wires Always insulate exposed wiring with heat shrink tubing to prevent short circuits Water and Electronics Do Not Mix The speed control is waterproof for use in mud snow puddles and other wet conditions Make certain the other components of your model are waterproof or have sufficient water resistance before driving in wet conditions Transmitter on First Switch on your transmitter first before switching on the speed control to prevent runaways and erratic performance Don t Get Burned The ESC and motor can become extremely hot during use so be careful not to touch them until they cool Supply adequate airflow for cooling Toll free support is available to U S
74. s factory location until you become familiar with all the adjustments and capabilities of your model To change the throttle neutral adjust position turn the transmitter off before adjusting the neutral position You will need to reprogram your electronic speed control to recognize the 70 30 setting Turn to ESC Setup Programming on page 17 for instructions Steering Trim The electronic steering trim located on the face of the transmitter adjusts the neutral center point of the steering channel Multi Function Knob The Multi Function knob can be programmed to control a variety of functions From the factory the Multi Function knob controls steering sensitivity also known as exponential or expo When the knob is turned counterclockwise all the way to the left default position expo is off and steering sensitivity will be linear the most commonly used setting Turning the knob clockwise will add expo and decrease the steering sensitivity in the initial range of steering wheel travel left or right from center For more detail on steering exponential refer to page 16 The Radio System has been pre adjusted at the factory adjustment should be checked before running the model in case of movement during shipping Here s how 1 Turn the transmitter switch on The status LED on the transmitter should be solid green not flashing 2 Elevate the model on a block or a stand so that all the tires are off the gr
75. sable reverse Profile 2 or to allow 5096 forward and 5096 reverse Profile 3 follow the steps below The speed control should be connected to the receiver and battery and the transmitter should be adjusted as described previously The profiles are selected by entering the programming mode Profile Description Profile 1 Sport Mode 10096 Forward 10096 Brakes 100 Reverse Profile 2 Race Mode 10096 Forward 10096 Brakes No Reverse Profile 3 Training Mode 5096 Forward 10096 Brakes 5096 Reverse Selecting Sport Mode Profile 1 10096 Forward 10096 Brakes 10096 Reverse 1 Connect a fully charged battery pack to A B the VXL 3s and turn on your transmitter 2 With the VXL 3s off press and hold the EZ Set button until the LED turns solid green then solid red and then begins blinking red indicating the Profile numbers 3 When the LED blinks red once release the EZ Set button 4 The LED will blink and then turn solid green Low Voltage Detection ACTIVE or red Low Voltage Detection DISABLED The model is ready to drive Selecting Race Mode Profile 2 10096 Forward 10096 Brakes No Reverse 1 Connect a fully charged battery pack to the VXL 3s and turn on your transmitter 2 With the VXL 3s off press and hold the EZ Set button until the LED turns solid green then solid red and then begins blinking red indicating the Profile numbers 3 When the LED blinks red twice release the EZ Set button
76. ss motor has its windings coils on the perimeter of the motor can and the magnets are mounted to the spinning rotor shaft Cogging Cogging is a condition sometimes associated with brushless motors Typically it is a slight stutter noticed when accelerating from a stop It happens for a very short period as the signals from the electronic speed control and the motor synch with each other The VXL 3s electronic speed control is optimized to virtually eliminate cogging Current Current is a measure of power flow through the electronics usually measured in amps If you think of a wire as a garden hose current is a measure of how much water is flowing through the hose ESC Electronic Speed Control An electronic speed control is the electronic motor control inside the model The VXL 3s electronic speed control uses advanced circuitry to provide precise digital proportional throttle control Electronic speed controls use power more efficiently than mechanical speed controls so that the batteries run longer An electronic speed control also has circuitry that prevents loss of steering and throttle control as the batteries lose their charge Frequency band The radio frequency used by the transmitter to send signals to your model This model operates on the 2 4GHz direct sequence spread spectrum kV Rating Brushless motors are often rated by their number The kV rating equals no load motor rpm with 1 volt applied The kV incr
77. t differential is filled with SAE 30 000W viscosity silicone oil The rear differential is filled with grease but can also be tuned with silicone differential oil Only use silicone oil in the differentials Traxxas offers SAE 10 000W 30 000W and 50 000W viscosity oil see your parts list The differentials have to be removed from the vehicle and disassembled to change replace oil Follow the steps below to access and refill the front and rear differentials Front differential 1 Remove the two 3x15mm button head screws that secure the top bumper mount to the differential diff case 2 Turn the chassis over and remove the three 4x10mm countersunk screws that hold bumper skid plate to the bulkhead The two rear screws do not need to be removed 3 Slide bumper assembly off of the chassis Front Differential Removal 2 4x10 BCS 4 3x15 BCS 4 Remove 3x15mm button head screw from diff tie bar 5 Slide tie bar off truck 6 Remove two 3x15mm button head screws from diff cover Do not remove the two screws that secure the shock tower 7 Use a 1 5mm hex wrench to remove the two screw pins that hold the driveshaft yokes to the differential output shafts Remove the differential cover and slide the differential out of the front of the case 8 To reinstall the differential reverse the steps SLASH 4 4 27 Rear differential Refilling the differential 1 Remove the two 3x20mm button head screws th
78. tage 6 0V DC Transistor type MOSFET Battery connector Traxxas High Current Connector Motor connectors TRX 3 5mm bullet connectors Motor Battery Wiring 12 gauge Maxx Cable Thermal Protection 2 stage thermal shutdown See 26 for advanced VXL 3s features and setup 4 4 17 Training Mode Profile 3 reduces forward and reverse throttle 50 Training Mode is provided to reduce the power output allowing beginning drivers to better control the model As driving skills improve simply change Sport Mode for full power operation For Fast Mode Changes The VXL 3s is set to Profile 1 Sport Mode as the default To quickly change to Profile 3 Training Mode with the transmitter on press and hold the SET button until the light blinks red three times and then release For full power quickly change back to Profile 1 Sport Mode by pressing and holding the SET button until the light blinks red one time and then releasing The VXL 3s has built in programming that prevents accidental activation of reverse while in forward motion and vice versa You must come to a complete stop release the throttle trigger then apply opposite throttle to engage the motor in the desired direction 18 SLASH 4 4 VXL 3s Profile Selection The speed control is factory set to Profile 1 10096 forward brakes and reverse To di
79. ter To lower the roll center on the front suspension move the inner camber link ends up to a different attachment hole Position 1 or 2 Position 4 is the stock setting To lower the roll center further move the outer camber link ends to the lower position on the C hub Spur Gear 10 95 10 16 9 49 8 89 13 45 12 33 11 38 10 57 Bump steer correction Bump steer refers to A unwanted steering inputs caused by suspension movement Slash 4X4 s suspension geometry is designed to minimize bump steer If you are using the upper hole on the C hub image A and either of the two lower holes on the shock tower positions 3 or 4 in Front image the tie rod ball should be oriented with the large flat end on top stock position image B When using any other combination of camber link attachment points the tie rod ball should be oriented with the large flat end on the bottom C Rear Roll Center To raise the roll center on the rear suspension relocate the inner camber links to one of the two holes position 4 or 5 in image in the lower row of the rear camber link attachment located near the base of the rear shock tower m 9 E x 13 Ea 15 E EE Ea 20 E B 26 954 7 68 6 19 5 93 5 69 Thick black border indicates stock settings Out of box setup recommended for most running 6 or 7 cell NiMH 2S LiPo Recommended gear range for 6 or
80. thus making the model easier to drive throughout the rest of the course Reducing steering throw can also be useful in making a model easier to control on high traction surfaces and limiting steering output for oval racing where large amounts of steering travel are not required Braking Percentage The Multi Function knob may also be set to control the amount of brake travel applied by the servo in a nitro powered model Electric models do not have a servo operated brake but the Braking Percentage function still operates the same way in electric models Turning the Multi Function knob full clockwise will deliver maximum brake throw turning the knob counterclockwise reduces brake throw Note Turning the dial counterclockwise to its stop will eliminate all brake action Throttle Trim Setting the Multi Function knob to serve as throttle trim will allow you to adjust the throttle s neutral position to prevent unwanted brake drag or throttle application when the transmitter trigger is at neutral Note Your transmitter is equipped with a Throttle Trim Seek mode to prevent accidental runaways See the sidebar for more information Steering and Throttle End Points The transmitter allows you to choose the limit of the servo s travel range or its end point independently for left and right travel on the steering channel and throttle brake travel on the throttle channel This allows you to fine tune the servo settings to prevent binding
81. tighten the slipper clutch adjusting nut clockwise until the slipper clutch adjusting spring fully collapses do not over tighten and then turn the slipper clutch nut counterclockwise one full turn 3 4 Turn 270 1 2 Turn 180 Do not run your model with the slipper clutch adjusting spring fully compressed The minimum recommended slipper clutch setting is 1 2 turn counterclockwise from fully compressed 4 4 23 Always wear eye protection when using compressed air or spray cleaners and lubricants High performance vehicles generate small vibrations while driving These vibrations may loosen hardware over time and require attention Always check your wheel nuts and other hardware and tighten or replace when necessary The rear bulkhead skid plate under spur gear has two small holes in the bottom These are for drainage of this area when running in very wet conditions To keep extra dust dirt out of the spur gear 3mm set screws can be installed into these holes to limit dirt entry Use Traxxas Part 2743 sold separately O5 10 24 SLASH 4x4 Your model requires timely maintenance in order to stay in top running condition Frequently inspect the vehicle for obvious damage or wear Look for Cracked bent or damaged parts Check the wheels and steering for binding Check the operation of the shock absorbers Check the wiring for any frayed wires or loose connec
82. tions Check the mounting of the receiver and servo s and speed control Check the tightness of the wheel nuts with a wrench 99 93 MT JS CEP e c Check for any loose screws in the chassis structure or suspension 9 Checkthe operation of the steering servo and ensure that it is not binding 10 Inspect the gears for wear broken teeth or debris lodged between the teeth 11 Check the tightness of the slipper clutch Other periodic maintenance Slipper clutch pads friction material Under normal use the friction material D in the slipper clutch should wear very slowly If the thickness of any one of the slipper clutch pads is 1 8mm or less the friction disc should be replaced Measure the pad thickness using calipers or measuring against the diameter of the 1 5 and 2 0mm hex wrenches provided with the model Chassis Keep the chassis clean of accumulated dirt and grime Periodically inspect the chassis for damage Suspension Periodically inspect the model for signs of damage such as bent or dirty suspension pins bent turnbuckles loose screws and any signs of stress or bending Replace components as needed Steering Over time you may notice increased looseness in the steering system The tie rod ends may wear out from use Traxxas Parts 2742 and 5525 Replace these components as needed to restore factory tolerances Shocks Keep the oil level in the shocks full Use only 10096 pure silicone shock oil to pr
83. to charge LiPo batteries such as the Traxxas EZ Peak Plus Charger part 2933 or the 2 Cell 3 Cell LiPo Balance Charger part 2935 The use of a NiMH or NiCad charger or charge mode will damage the batteries and may cause fire and personal injury Never charge LiPo battery packs series or parallel with this charger Charging packs in series or parallel may result in improper charger cell recognition and an improper charging rate that may lead to overcharging cell imbalance cell damage and fire ALWAYS inspect your LiPo batteries carefully before charging Look for any loose leads or connectors damaged wire insulation damaged cell packaging impact damage fluid leaks swelling a sign of internal damage cell deformity missing labels or any other damage or irregularity If any of the above conditions are observed do not charge or use the battery pack not store or charge LiPo batteries with or around other batteries or battery packs of any type including other LiPos Store and transport your LiPo batteries in a cool dry place Do not store in direct sunlight Do not allow the storage temperature to exceed 140 F or 60 or the cells may be damaged and risk of fire created DO NOT disassemble LiPo batteries or cells DO NOT attempt to build your own LiPo battery pack from loose cells ALWAYS proceed with caution and use good common sense at all times ALWAYS proceed with caution and use good common s
84. tral Warning Do not apply full throttle in forward or reverse while the model is elevated 8 Once adjustments are made turn off the receiver on your model followed by the hand held transmitter Range Testing the Radio System Before each running session with your model you should range test your radio system to ensure that it operates properly 1 Turn on the radio system and check its operation as described in the previous section 2 Have a friend hold the model Make sure hands and clothing are clear of the wheels and other moving parts on the model 3 Make sure your transmitter antenna is fully extended and then walk away from the model with the transmitter until you reach the farthest distance you plan to operate the model 4 Operate the controls on the transmitter once again to be sure that the model responds correctly 5 Do not attempt to operate the model if there is any problem with the radio system or any external interference with your radio signal at your location Higher Speeds Require Greater Distance The faster you drive your model the more quickly it will near the limit of radio range At 60mph a model can cover 88 feet every second It s a thrill but use caution to keep your model in range If you want to see your model achieve its maximum speed it is best to position yourself in the middle of the truck s running area not the far end so you drive the truck towards and past your position In additio
85. unlock a memory press SET twice at step 5 The LED will to its last saved neutral position in l ipit deleted blink rapidly green to indicate the model is unlocked To unlock all the event of a signal loss The LED models press MENU twice at step 6 and then press SET on the transmitter and the receiver You may also bind multiple transmitters to the same model making will rapidly flash red it possible to pick up any transmitter and any previously bound model delete a model in your collection and simply turn them on and drive With Traxxas At some point you may wish to delete a model you no longer drive Link Model Memory there is no need to remember which transmitter from the memory goes with which model and there is never a need to have to select any 1 Switch on the transmitter and receiver you wish to delete model from a list of model memory entries The transmitter and receiver 2 Press and hold MENU Release when the status LED blinks green do it all for you automatically 3 Press MENU three times The status LED will blink green four times repeatedly 4 Press SET once The status LED will blink green once repeatedly 5 Press MENU once The status LED will blink green twice repeatedly 6 Press SET The memory is now selected to be deleted Press SET to delete the model Press and hold MENU to return to driving mode To activate Model Lock 1 Switch on the transmitter and receiver you wish to lock 2 Press and

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