Axial Racing AX90033 - Manual (Page 7)

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Getting-Started Checklist
The following checklist is a guide for getting you vehicle running for the first time.
Read ‘Cautions’ in Manual. (Page 2) Familiarize yourself with vehicle and
its components. Even though the vehicle is new check
driveshaft setscrews and other screws to
make sure they are tight from the factory.
Charge battery pack. (Page 4) Install 4X AA batteries into Transmitter.
(Page 7) Install battery pack in vehicle. (Page 4)
Turn on transmitter FIRST then ESC.
(Page 4) Check to make sure steering and throttle
operation work correctly. (Page 7) Range check radio system. (Next Page)
Drive vehicle, challenge yourself and
have fun! Maintain vehicle. (Next Page)
KEEP CHASSIS FREE OF DIRT
OR DEBRIS
CHECK FOR LOOSE SCREWS
ON CHASSIS ESPECIALLY
THE KNUCKLE, C-HUB AND
AXLE LOCKOUT SCREWS
CHECK FOR WEAR ON
THE BALL JOINTS IN THE
STEERING AND SUSPENSION
LINKS (REPLACE IF NECESSARY)
CHECK DRIVESHAFT SET
SCREWS ON BOTH ENDS
AND APPLY THREAD
LOCK IF NECESSARY
CHECK WHEEL NUTS MAKING
SURE THEY’RE SNUG
CHECK TIRES MAKING SURE
THE BEADS ARE STILL FIRMLY
BONDED TO THE ENTIRE
CIRCUMFERENCE OF THE RIM
REPLACE TRANSMITTER
AA’S IF THE GREEN LIGHT IS
BLINKING
INSPECT THE SPUR AND
PINION GEARS FOR DAMAGE
CHECK SLIPPER CLUTCH IF
APPLICABLE, FOR PROPER
OPERATION (SEE PAGE 25 STEP
23 FOR SETUP INSTRUCTIONS)
CHECK DRIVELINE FOR
SMOOTH BIND-FREE
OPERATION
CHECK FOR ANY LOOSE
CONNECTIONS OR FRAYED
WIRING
INSPECT SHOCK
ABSORBERS FOR SMOOTH
DAMPENED OPERATION
CHECK RECEIVER ANTENNA
TO CONFIRM IT’S NOT
DAMAGED
REPLACE ANY NOTICEABLE
BENT OR BROKEN PARTS
Maintaining Your Vehicle
Just like a full size car or truck your RC vehicle must undergo periodic maintenance in order to ensure peak running performance. Preventative
maintenance will also help avoid needless breakages which could result in costly repairs. Below are some suggestions to properly maintain
your vehicle.
Range-Checking Your Radio System
The radio system should be checked before operating the vehicle to ensure it’s operating properly and has adequate range.
1. Turn on the transmitter first and then the vehicle.
2. Have a friend hold the vehicle while keeping hands and loose clothing away from moving parts.
3. Walk away until you are at the farthest distance you plan to operate the vehicle.
4. Steer the vehicle back and forth and throttle both forward and reverse making sure there is no erratic behavior.
5. If any erratic behavior is exhibited do not operate the vehicle, call customer service for further assistance.
RANGE-CHECKING FOR DISTANCE
Check driveshaft setscrews on both ends and apply thread lock if necessary.
CHECK STEERING
OPERATION FOR ANY BINDS
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