Losi Mini 8IGHT-T RTR - Manual (Page 8)

TUNING, ADJUSTING &
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
• Examine your vehicle on a regular basis.
• Use a brush to remove dirt and dust.
• Look for damage to the suspension arms and other molded parts.
• Re-glue the tires to the wheels, if necessary.
• Use suitable tools to tighten fasteners.
• Make sure the camber and steering linkages are not bent. Replace any bent linkages.
• Adjust the Toe and Camber settings, if necessary.
• Remove the shocks and inspect them for damage. Rebuild the shocks if oil is leaking.
• Inspect electronics and batteries for exposed wires. Repair exposed wires with shrink-
wrap or replace the wire.
• Make sure the ESC and receiver are secure on the chassis. Replace the double-sided tape,
if necessary.
• Power on the transmitter. If the green LED is dim or off, replace the AA batteries
in your transmitter.
• Check the spur gear for wear.
CHANGING THE TRAVEL ADJUST SETTINGS
1. Hold the trigger in the full brake position and steering wheel in the full right position while pow-
ering on the transmitter. The LED fl ashes rapidly, indicating the programming mode is active.
2. Throttle End Point: Continue holding full throttle. Turn the TH TRIM knob to adjust
the full throttle end point.
3. Brake End Point: Hold the trigger in the full brake position. Turn the TH TRIM knob
to adjust the full brake end point. Return the trigger to the center position.
4. Left Steering End Point: Hold the steering wheel in the full left position. Turn
the ST TRIM knob to adjust the left end point.
5. Right Steering End Point: Hold the steering wheel in the full right position. Turn the ST
TRIM knob to adjust the right end point. Return the steering wheel to the center position.
6. Power off the transmitter to save the travel adjust settings.
The minimum travel is 75%, and the maximum travel is 150%.
IMPORTANT: If the travel is changed on the DX2E, you must rebind and calibrate the SRS4201.
SERVICE/REPAIR
RADIO/SPEED CONTROL & MOTOR
If any problems other than those covered in the troubleshooting section arise, please
call the appropriate electronics service department. They will be able to give the problem
additional specifi c attention and provide instructions for the solution.
MAINTENANCE
If any questions other than those covered in the troubleshooting or maintenance sections
arise, please call the appropriate Horizon product support department.
CLEANING
Performance can be hindered if dirt gets in any of the moving suspension parts. Use
compressed air, a soft paintbrush, or a toothbrush to remove dust or dirt. Avoid using
solvents or chemicals as they can actually wash dirt into the bearings or moving parts,
as well as cause damage to the electronics.
DISABLING THE STABILITY ASSIST FUNCTION
If you participate in organized racing, you may be required to turn Stability Assist off.
To turn Stability Assist off:
1. Insert a Bind Plug in the BIND port on the receiver.
2. Insert a second Bing Plug in the DISABLE port on the receiver.
3. Connect a fully charged battery pack to the ESC.
4. Power on the ESC. The orange LED fl ashes, indicating the receiver is in bind mode.
5. Center the ST TRIM and TH TRIM dials on the transmitter.
6. Press and hold the BIND button while powering on the transmitter.
7. Release the BIND button when the orange LED slowly fl ashes. The transmitter and receiver
are linked when the orange LED is solid.
8. Pull the transmitter trigger to Full Throttle.
9. Push the transmitter trigger to Full Brake, then return the trigger to center.
10. Turn the transmitter steering wheel to Full Right.
11. Turn the transmitter steering wheel to Full Left, then return the steering wheel to center.
The orange LED fl ashes once.
12. Remove the Bind Plugs, then power off the receiver to save the settings.
13. Power off the transmitter.
IMPORTANT: You must calibrate the receiver each time it is placed in bind mode.
To activate AVC, see the steps in "Calibrating the Receiver".
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Vehicle does not operate Battery not charged or plugged in Charge battery/plug in
ESC switch not “On” Turn on ESC switch
Transmitter not “On” or low battery Turn on/replace batteries
Motor runs but rear wheels
do not rotate Pinion not meshing with spur gear Adjust pinion/spur mesh
Pinion spinning on motor shaft Tighten pinion gear setscrew on motor shaft fl at spot
Transmission gears stripped Replace transmission gears
Drive pin broken Check and replace drive pin
Steering does not work Servo plug not in receiver properly Make sure the steering servo plug is connected to the receiver steering channel, noting proper polarity
Servo gears or motor damaged Replace or repair servo
Will not turn one direction Servo gears damaged Replace or repair servo
Motor does not run Motor wire solder joint is damaged Resolder the motor wire with the proper equipment
Motor wire broken Repair or replace as needed
ESC damaged Contact Horizon Hobby Product Support
ESC gets hot Motor over-geared Use smaller pinion or larger spur gear
Driveline bound up Check wheels and transmission for binding
Poor run time and/or sluggish
acceleration Battery pack not fully charged Recharge battery
Charger not allowing full charge Try another charger
Driveline bound up Check wheels, transmission for binding
Poor range and/or glitching Transmitter batteries low Check and replace
Vehicle battery low Recharge battery
Loose plugs or wires Check all wire connections and plugs
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