Losi LOSB0127 User Manual

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Introduction

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Getting Ready

Safety Precautions and Guidelines

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Introduction

Thank you for choosing the TEN-SCTE. We are con dent you will
be satis ed with the performance of this durable and resilient
vehicle. Please read through the entire manual before setting
up and using your vehicle.

Meaning of Special Language

The following terms are used throughout the product
literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when
operating this product:

NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create
a possibility of physical property damage AND a little or no
possibility of injury.

CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create
the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility
of serious injury.

WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create
the probability of property damage, collateral damage, and
serious injury OR create a high probability of super cial injury.

WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to

become familiar with the features of the product before
operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can
result in damage to the product, personal property and
cause serious injury.

This is a sophisticated hobby product and NOT a toy. It must be
operated with caution and common sense and requires some
basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this Product in a safe
and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the
product or other property. This product is not intended for use
by children without direct adult supervision. Do not attempt
disassembly, use with incompatible components or augment
product in any way without the approval of Horizon Hobby,
Inc. This manual contains instructions for safety, operation
and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the
instructions and warnings in the manual, prior to assembly,
setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or
serious injury.

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Getting Ready

Thoroughly read all the enclosed material, precautions and
follow instructions to avoid damaging your new RC vehicle. If
you choose to not follow these steps or instructions, it will be
considered negligence. If after review of this manual and prior
to running your TEN-SCTE, you determine this RC vehicle is not
what you want—Do Not proceed and Do Not run the TEN-SCTE.
If the TEN-SCTE has been run, your local hobby store will not be
able to process a return or accept it for exchange.

Safety Precautions and Guidelines

Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This
is not a toy.

Always operate this RC model in a safe, reasonable and cautious
fashion. When driving the TEN-SCTE avoid someone being hit
by the vehicle. You may cause serious injury to another person,
or to personal property should you make contact while running
the TEN-SCTE.

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General

• This RC Vehicle is not intended for use on public highways
or roads.

• Avoid areas that have many pedestrians or crowds of
people.

• Keep in mind that this vehicle is radio controlled and can
experience moments of radio loss or interference, provide
for a margin of error at all times.

• Be aware that the motor and batteries of this RC vehicle
will get HOT during each use. Be careful not to burn
yourself.

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Peak Detection Charger

Supplied and Required Equipment

Batteries and Charging

Quick Start

The TEN-SCTE uses rechargeable batteries such as NiMH. These
batteries all have special requirements to preserve performance
and last.

• Read all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the
batteries.

• Never allow minors to charge battery packs.

• Always check to ensure the polarity of battery connection
is correct.

• Never leave batteries unattended while charging.

• Never charge a battery while it is installed in the TEN-SCTE.

• Do not charge any battery that appears to have any
damage.

• I f there are exposed wires, do not charge or use the
battery until you install shrink-wrap or replace the
complete wire.

When charging NiMH batteries, select a charger to meet your
requirements. You need a charger that is a 100-240V wall
charger or one which requires a 12V power supply. Follow the
charger manufacturer’s instructions and precautions during
each use.

Quick Start

Note: Please read the entire manual to gain a full understanding
of the TEN-SCTE vehicle,  ne-tuning the setup and performing
maintenance.

1. Read the safety precautions found on this page.

2. Charge the battery pack you have chosen (NOT
INCLUDED). Refer to the Manufacturer’s Supplied
instructions for battery charging information.

3. Install the AA batteries into the Transmitter. Use alkaline or
rechargeable batteries only.

4. Install a fully charged battery pack.

5. Turn on the transmitter and then the vehicle. Always turn
the transmitter on before the vehicle and turn it o after
the vehicle has been turned o .

6. Check steering. Verify that the servo is functioning
properly.

7. Driving the TEN-SCTE.

8. Performing maintenance of the TEN-SCTE.

Peak Detection Charger

Peak detection chargers monitor the battery during charging
and automatically shut o upon full charge. You can either
purchase a peak detection charger that plugs into a household
AC wall socket or one that requires you to also purchase a 12V
power supply.

If using a charger other than a peak detection charger, make
sure your battery is fully discharged prior to charging. Many of
these have a 15–20 minute timer that allows you to set a charge
time. If the battery is not fully discharged, you can potentially
over-charge your battery pack. Do not charge any battery
unattended, and monitor for heat build up. If the battery pack
is more than warm to the touch, immediately discontinue
charging. Read all safety precautions supplied by the charger
and battery manufacturer.

Supplied and Required Equipment

Supplied tools:

Wheel Wrench

Four (4) Hex “L” Wrench Set

.050-inch, 1/16-inch, 5/64-inch, and 3/32-inch

Shock Bottom wrench

Turnbuckle/Shock Top wrench

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The Losi TEN-SCTE Overview

The Losi TEN-SCTE Overview

Rear Shock

Rear Suspension Arm

Motor

(not included)

Sway Bar

Rear Camber Link

ESC with Fan

(not included)

Center Di erential

Receiver Location

Steering Servo

(not included)

Front Suspension Arm

Front Shock

Battery Tray

Tie Rod

Front Camber Link

Sway Bar

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Tools You Will Find Handy

Basic Electronics Installation Instructions

Receiver and Electronic Speed Control Installation:

In addition to the tools included with the TEN-SCTE, you will
 nd the following both useful and in some cases necessary.

• Small  at blade and Phillips screwdrivers

• Needle-nose pliers

• Quality .050-inch, 1/16-inch, 5/64-inch, 3/32-inch, 1.5mm
and 2.5mm hex (Allen) drivers

Required Equipment:

Electronic Speed Control - We recommend the Xcelorin®
Sensored Brushless Speed Control

Motor - Any 550-sized motor

Basic Electronics Installation Instructions

Caution: Please be sure to follow the electronics

manufacturers guidelines when installing and setting up
your radio, motor, servo, electronic speed control, and
battery.

Motor Installation: Follow diagram below

1. Install motor adapter onto motor with two supplied
M3x10mm screws.

2. Install pinion gear (recommendations supplied earlier).

3. Slide motor with adapter into motor mount, set mesh, and
tighten using 5-40 x 3/8 button head screw. Be sure to use
threadlock.

Battery - We recommend the Xcelorin 7.4V 60C 2S 6000mAh
LiPo (LOSB9877)

Charger - We recommend the Xcelorin MultiPro™ Intelligent
LiPo Balancing Charger (LOSB9606)

Servo - Preferably Spektrum™ S6040

Pinion Gear - Any Mod 1 Pinion Gear

Note: We recommend a Losi LOSA3576 16T pinion gear for 4.5T
550 can motor, or a Losi LOSA3577 17T pinion gear for 5.5T 550
can motor.

Two Channel Radio - We recommend a Spektrum DX3R or DX3S
transmitter and matching receiver.

Paint (always test the paint on material removed from the body
to make sure the paint and body material are compatible.)

Receiver and Electronic Speed Control Installation:

Install with double-sided tape. Be sure to route wires so they
will not get caught in the spur gear.

Servo Installation: (use following diagrams)

1. Install servo as shown in diagram using the four supplied
4-40 x 1/2 in screws and washers. Please look at supplied
chart to determine if spacers are needed.

2. Choose correct servo horn adapter using servo horn chart
and press onto servo.

3. After servo is centered, install servo horn on servo using
the screw provided with your servo so that in the centered
position the servo horn is parallel to the servo saver arm.

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Before Running Your TEN-SCTE

Before Running Your TEN-SCTE

Driving the TEN-SCTE

1. Break in the di erentials. While holding the chassis with
only the left side tires  rmly on the ground, give the car
about one eighth throttle, for 30 seconds. The right side
tires should spin freely during this time. Repeat this with
only the right side tires  rmly on the ground, allowing the
left side tires to spin freely. Repeat this 2–3 times.

2. Check for free suspension movement. All suspension arms
and steering components should move freely. Any binds
will cause the car to handle poorly.

3. Set the ride height. Set the ride height of your truck with
all components installed so that the bottom of the chassis
is 29.5mm from the ground in the front and 24.5mm in the
rear by adjusting the shock collars.

4. Set the camber. Adjusting the camber tie rod length
changes the camber. Set the front tires to have 0 degrees
of camber at ride height. Set the rear tires to have 2.5
degrees of negative camber at ride height.

5. Set the front toe-in. Adjust the steering tie rods so that
when the servo is centered on the transmitter, the front
tires are both pointing straight.

6. Charge a battery pack. Charge a battery pack as per the
battery manufacturers and/or charger manufacturers’
instructions.

7. Adjust the electronic speed control. Follow the
manufacturers instructions to setup and adjust the speed
control for your TEN-SCTE.

8. Set the transmitter steering trim. Follow the manufacturers
instructions to set the steering trim/subtrim so that the
vehicle goes straight with no input to the steering.

9. Set the transmitter steering endpoints. Follow the
manufacturers’ instructions to set the endpoints so that
the servo hits full steering upon reaching full input from
the transmitter.

Servo Manufacturer, Make/Model

JR

Sanwa

All (DZ9100T/S Needs Spacer) No 23T

Airtronics

94357Z, 94358Z, 94649Z, 94360Z,

94452Z, 94758Z, 94737Z, 94738Z

94102Z, 94112Z Yes

Hitec

Futaba

All (S9102 DOES NOT FIT)No25T

PROPO

KO

PDS-2123, 2344, 2363, 2365, 2366

Servo

Spacer

Servo

Horn

Yes

23T

All No 24T

No

23T

No

Driving the TEN-SCTE

Always follow these precautions when running your TEN­SCTE.

Do not run the TEN-SCTE at dusk or in the dark when
visibility is limited.

Do not attempt to run this model if it will be out of sight for
any amount of time.

Do not run this model near a crowd of people.
Always check for proper radio function and battery condition

before operating.
Check to make sure the tires are securely glued to the rims.
Check the model thoroughly for loose nuts, bolts and screws

before and after running.
Make sure you use proper dirt tires if running o -road.
Never run the model with old or discharged batteries.
Leave plenty of room to stop the model. It will take as much

room to stop as it did to accelerate.

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Tuning, Adjusting and Maintaining the TEN-SCTE

Tuning, Adjusting and Maintaining the TEN-SCTE

Periodically examine your TEN-SCTE for the following:

• Keep your vehicle clean using a brush to remove dirt
and dust.

• Look for cracks in the suspension arms and other
molded parts.

• Check that the tires are still glued to the wheels.

• Check that all the wheel bearings are clean and lubricated.

• Using your tools, attempt to tighten all the screws and
nuts.

• Verify that the Camber Links and Steering linkage are
not bent.

• Check that the Toe and Camber settings are as desired
and equal.

• Check the Drivetrain:

o Check the Spur gear for wear.
o Check the Pinion gear.

• Take the shocks o the vehicle and check, especially if they
appear to be leaking as it is time to rebuild them.

• Look over all the wiring and connections for bare wire or
any place which could lead to a short circuit.

After you become familiar with driving your TEN-SCTE,
you may need to reset or make adjustments for better
driving performance.

MIDDLE

Just as in a real car, alignment is an important factor in your
vehicle’s handling. When you are ready to make adjustments
it is a good idea to have a  at work space to place your vehicle
on. This will enable you to easily and more quickly make both
Toe-in and Camber adjustments. These adjustments should be
set with the vehicle sitting at its normal ride height.

Three-Position Battery Tray: Your TEN-SCTE comes with
a three-position battery tray to alleviate the need for foam
blocks. You can move the included battery stops in order to run
the battery in a back, middle, or forward position. Please see
pictures as follows.

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