SMC Networks T-Maxx 4910 - Manual (Page 37)

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Driving the T-Maxx
Introduction
Your TRX 2.5 engine is broken in,
the fuel mixture is balanced, and
the idle is set…now it’s time to
have some fun! This
section contains
instructions on
forward/reverse shifting,
and making adjustments to
your T-Maxx. Before you go on, here are
some important precautions to keep in mind.
Don’t run your T-Maxx in water, mud, snow, or wet grass.
It’s tempting, but water and mud are easily drawn through
the air filter and will severely damage the engine. Small
amounts of moisture can cause electronics to fail and loss of
control over your T-Maxx.
The TRX 2.5 is extremely powerful. Remember to apply the
throttle gradually to prevent wheelies or loss of control.
Don’t hold the T-Maxx off the ground and rev the engine
excessively with no load on the engine. This practice could
result in internal engine damage. Avoid over revving the
engine when the T-Maxx is airborne after a jump.
Avoid excessive high-speed running for extended periods of
time or over long distances. This could cause the engine to
build up enough speed to exceed maximum safe RPM limits.
Don’t drive your T-Maxx with drive train damage of any kind.
The engine could be damaged due to overloads on the
engine caused by drivetrain friction, or over-revving caused
by loose or missing parts.
Don’t tow anything with your T-Maxx. The engine is cooled
by airflow created by speed. Towing creates a high load on
the engine, and at the same time limits cooling of the engine
due to low vehicle speed.
If your T-Maxx gets stuck, stop driving immediately. Move the
vehicle and then continue driving.
Forward and Reverse Operation
Forward and reverse gears
are selected with the shift
button located in the
transmitter handle grip. The
switch is normally in the
down, or forward, position.
To shift into reverse,
bring your T-Maxx to a
complete stop and push
the shift button up.
Accelerate to engage the gear.
To return to forward gear, repeat the same procedure and
move the shift button down.
The T-Maxx will not shift between forward and reverse
unless the engine is at idle. If it will not shift, then refer to the
troubleshooting section on page 42.
Driving Tips
Monster trucks by design have a high center of gravity that
requires a different driving technique. To prevent rollovers,
slow down as you approach turns and then apply strong
throttle through the turns. This technique will help the
T-Maxx grab the surface and turn sharper.
Do not apply brakes and turn the wheel at the same time.
You could tip the truck over.
When jumping, apply some throttle while the T-Maxx is in
the air to keep the truck’s nose up and land level on all 4
wheels. Be careful not to over-rev the engine or land at full
throttle. Either could seriously damage your T-Maxx. If the
nose of the truck is too high, then quickly tap the brake to
level the truck in the air..
Drive over large obstacles (such as curbs and rocks) at an
angle, instead of head on. This will allow the suspension to
articulate and absorb the impact much easier.
Even though the T-Maxx is capable of full top speed in
reverse, it is very difficult to control while driving in reverse.
Limit your reverse speed to prevent crashing or flipping
your T-Maxx.
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SHIFT
REVERSE
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FORWARD