Novak Brushed Motor User Manual

#55-3556-1 Rev.C

Printed 2-2014

PRECAUTIONS

• WATER & ELECTRONICS DON’T MIX Never allow water, moisture, or other foreign materials to get inside motor.

• INSULATE WIRES Always insulate exposed wiring with heat shrink tubing to prevent short circuits.

• NO SOLVENTS Do NOT expose the motor to any type of solvents.

• MOTOR CAPACITORS Brush motors generate electrical noise. Install

all 3 capacitors on the motor to help prevent radio interference.

• NO SCHOTTKY DIODES WITH REVERSIBLE ESCs NEVER use Schottky diodes on the motor with reversible ESCs–ESC damage will occur.

• SET GEAR MESH PROPERLY Too tight of a gear mesh can result in motor pinion shaft breakage–be sure to adjust mesh properly.

MOTOR MAINTENANCE

• CHECK MOTOR BUSHINGS & BRUSH WEAR

After extensive use, your motor’s bushings or commutation brushes

may need replacement. A small drop of light oil on the bushings periodically can help extend bushing life–however, too much oil will attract dirt and will cause problems, so apply sparingly & wipe clean.

• CLEAN INSIDE MOTOR

Periodically blow out the inside of the motor with compressed air.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. INSTALL MOTOR CAPACITORS

Electric motors generate RF noise that causes interference. The included 0.1µF (50V) [Novak #5620] non-polarized, ceramic capacitors must be used on all Terra Claw motors to reduce motor noise and prevent ESC damage.

Solder 0.1µF (50V) capacitors between:

• POSITIVE (+) motor tab & NEGATIVE (–) motor tab.

• POSITIVE (+) motor tab & Motor Can

• NEGATIVE (–) motor tab & Motor Can

Positive (+) motor tab Grounded motor capacitors

0.1µF Capacitors Negative (-) motor tab

Motor can

Make sure NOT to touch motor capacitor leads

to motor can, except for the two motor

capacitors that are grounded to the can.

2. INSTALL PINION GEAR

Install pinion on motor and align pinion and spur gears. Tighten

pinion’s set screw on the ﬂat of motor shaft.

3. ADJUST MOTOR FOR PROPER GEAR MESH

• Adjust the motor position for proper amount of free play. You NEED a small amount of play between the pinion gear and the spur gear (about the thickness of a piece of paper)

the free play at several positions around the spur gear to ensure a proper mesh (just in case the gears are out of round).

–check

#55-3556-1 Rev.C

Printed 2-2014

PRECAUTIONS

• WATER & ELECTRONICS DON’T MIX Never allow water, moisture, or other foreign materials to get inside motor.

• INSULATE WIRES Always insulate exposed wiring with heat shrink tubing to prevent short circuits.

• NO SOLVENTS Do NOT expose the motor to any type of solvents.

• MOTOR CAPACITORS Brush motors generate electrical noise. Install

all 3 capacitors on the motor to help prevent radio interference.

• NO SCHOTTKY DIODES WITH REVERSIBLE ESCs NEVER use Schottky diodes on the motor with reversible ESCs–ESC damage will occur.

• SET GEAR MESH PROPERLY Too tight of a gear mesh can result in motor pinion shaft breakage–be sure to adjust mesh properly.

MOTOR MAINTENANCE

• CHECK MOTOR BUSHINGS & BRUSH WEAR

After extensive use, your motor’s bushings or commutation brushes

may need replacement. A small drop of light oil on the bushings periodically can help extend bushing life–however, too much oil will attract dirt and will cause problems, so apply sparingly & wipe clean.

• CLEAN INSIDE MOTOR

Periodically blow out the inside of the motor with compressed air.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. INSTALL MOTOR CAPACITORS

Electric motors generate RF noise that causes interference. The included 0.1µF (50V) [Novak #5620] non-polarized, ceramic capacitors must be used on all Terra Claw motors to reduce motor noise and prevent ESC damage.

Solder 0.1µF (50V) capacitors between:

• POSITIVE (+) motor tab & NEGATIVE (–) motor tab.

• POSITIVE (+) motor tab & Motor Can

• NEGATIVE (–) motor tab & Motor Can

Positive (+) motor tab Grounded motor capacitors

0.1µF Capacitors Negative (-) motor tab

Motor can

Make sure NOT to touch motor capacitor leads

to motor can, except for the two motor

capacitors that are grounded to the can.

2. INSTALL PINION GEAR

Install pinion on motor and align pinion and spur gears. Tighten

pinion’s set screw on the ﬂat of motor shaft.

3. ADJUST MOTOR FOR PROPER GEAR MESH

• Adjust the motor position for proper amount of free play. You NEED a small amount of play between the pinion gear and the spur gear (about the thickness of a piece of paper)

the free play at several positions around the spur gear to ensure a proper mesh (just in case the gears are out of round).

–check

ACCESSORIES

5512 12 GA Super-Flex Wire--Black, Red, & Blue 5514 14 GA Super-Flex Wire--Black, Red, & Blue 5516 16 GA Super-Flex Wire--Black, Red, & Blue 5626 Glitch Buster Capacitor 5647 Black Cooling Fan--25x25x10 mm 5651 Black Cooling Fan--25x25x10 mm 5731

Power Connectors--3.5mm--5 pair

5741

Power Connectors--4mm--5 pair--Gold-plated low-loss connectors. Includes heat shrink. 5831 Lead-Free 3% Silver Solder--6 gr 5832 Lead-Free 3% Silver Solder--15 gr Tube 5833 Lead-Free 3% Silver Solder--100 gr Spool 5840

Double-Sided Mounting Tape 5842

Double-Sided Mounting Tape 5841

Double-Sided Mounting Tape 5850

Heat Shrink Tubing Assortment 5851

Heat Shrink Tubing Assortment 5852

Heat Shrink Tubing Pre-Cut 5853

Heat Shrink Tubing Box Set 5861

Pro Solder Flux--10ml--

--Stores battery power for receiver to eliminate radio cut-out.

--10pcs--1”x1” high-performance clear mounting tape.

--25pcs--1”x1” high-performance clear mounting tape.

--100pcs--1”x1” high-performance clear mounting tape.

--40pcs--1” pieces in 1/4” size--20 each of Red & Black.

--160pcs--4” pieces in 6 sizes from 1/16-3/8”--Black.

Liquid rosin ﬂux for easy soldering of lead-free solders--Dropper bottle.

--3 ft each color, silicone.

--All purpose cooling fan with 2-pin JST connector.

--Cooling fan 2-Pack with 2-pin JST connector.

--Gold-plated low-loss connectors. Includes heat shrink.

--Low-resistance, high-conductivity solder.

--6pcs--6” pieces in 6 sizes from 1/16-3/8”--Black.

--24pcs--6” pieces in 6 sizes from 1/16-3/8”--Black.

NOVAK R/C, INC.

Phone: (949) 916-6044 • Monday-Thursday

E-Mail: cs@teamnovak.com Web: www.teamnovak.com

No part of these instructions may be reproduced without the

written permission of Novak R/C, Inc. Motor made in China and

tested at the Novak facility in California

MAKE SURE THE GEAR MESH BETWEEN THE

PINION & SPUR GEARS IS NOT TOO TIGHT!

If gear mesh is too tight, motor shaft breakage can occur.

• Tighten motor mounting screws–Avoid using excessive force that could break screws or strip the threaded holes in motor.

4. SOLDER MOTOR POWER WIRES

• Determine the best routing in vehicle for power wires. Prepare ends of motor power wires by stripping 1/8–1/4” of insulation from end of wire. Tin wire ends with solder.

• Lay tinned end of the wire ﬂat on the solder tab and solder wires to proper tabs of the motor. Apply heat with soldering iron to the power wire and solder tab–begin adding solder to tip of iron and to wire–Add just enough solder to form a clean

& continuous joint from the solder tab up onto the wire.

PRODUCT WARRANTY

Novak products are guaranteed to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of 120 days from the original date of purchase (veriﬁed by dated, itemized sales receipt). Warranty does not cover incorrect installation, components worn by use, cross-connection of battery/motor power wires, overheating solder tabs, damage resulting from overload, wear or damage from improper gear mesh or damage from disassembling motor, tampering with motor, allowing water, moisture, or any other foreign material to enter motor, allowing exposed wiring or solder tabs to short-circuit, or any damage caused by a crash, ﬂooding, or natural disaster. In no case shall our liability exceed the product’s original cost. We reserve the right to modify warranty provisions without notice.

Because Novak R/C, Inc. has no control over the connection & use of motor or other related electronics, no liability may be assumed nor will be accepted for damage resulting from the use of this product. Every motor is tested before leaving our facility and is, therefore, considered operational.

By the act of connecting motor to speed control or operating motor, the user accepts all resulting liability.

ACCESSORIES

5512 12 GA Super-Flex Wire--Black, Red, & Blue 5514 14 GA Super-Flex Wire--Black, Red, & Blue 5516 16 GA Super-Flex Wire--Black, Red, & Blue 5626 Glitch Buster Capacitor 5647 Black Cooling Fan--25x25x10 mm 5651 Black Cooling Fan--25x25x10 mm 5731

Power Connectors--3.5mm--5 pair

5741

Power Connectors--4mm--5 pair--Gold-plated low-loss connectors. Includes heat shrink. 5831 Lead-Free 3% Silver Solder--6 gr 5832 Lead-Free 3% Silver Solder--15 gr Tube 5833 Lead-Free 3% Silver Solder--100 gr Spool 5840

Double-Sided Mounting Tape 5842

Double-Sided Mounting Tape 5841

Double-Sided Mounting Tape 5850

Heat Shrink Tubing Assortment 5851

Heat Shrink Tubing Assortment 5852

Heat Shrink Tubing Pre-Cut 5853

Heat Shrink Tubing Box Set 5861

Pro Solder Flux--10ml--

--Stores battery power for receiver to eliminate radio cut-out.

--10pcs--1”x1” high-performance clear mounting tape.

--25pcs--1”x1” high-performance clear mounting tape.

--100pcs--1”x1” high-performance clear mounting tape.

--40pcs--1” pieces in 1/4” size--20 each of Red & Black.

--160pcs--4” pieces in 6 sizes from 1/16-3/8”--Black.

Liquid rosin ﬂux for easy soldering of lead-free solders--Dropper bottle.

--3 ft each color, silicone.

--All purpose cooling fan with 2-pin JST connector.

--Cooling fan 2-Pack with 2-pin JST connector.

--Gold-plated low-loss connectors. Includes heat shrink.

--Low-resistance, high-conductivity solder.

--6pcs--6” pieces in 6 sizes from 1/16-3/8”--Black.

--24pcs--6” pieces in 6 sizes from 1/16-3/8”--Black.

NOVAK R/C, INC.

Phone: (949) 916-6044 • Monday-Thursday

E-Mail: cs@teamnovak.com Web: www.teamnovak.com

No part of these instructions may be reproduced without the

written permission of Novak R/C, Inc. Motor made in China and

tested at the Novak facility in California

MAKE SURE THE GEAR MESH BETWEEN THE

PINION & SPUR GEARS IS NOT TOO TIGHT!

If gear mesh is too tight, motor shaft breakage can occur.

• Tighten motor mounting screws–Avoid using excessive force that could break screws or strip the threaded holes in motor.

4. SOLDER MOTOR POWER WIRES

• Determine the best routing in vehicle for power wires. Prepare ends of motor power wires by stripping 1/8–1/4” of insulation from end of wire. Tin wire ends with solder.

• Lay tinned end of the wire ﬂat on the solder tab and solder wires to proper tabs of the motor. Apply heat with soldering iron to the power wire and solder tab–begin adding solder to tip of iron and to wire–Add just enough solder to form a clean

& continuous joint from the solder tab up onto the wire.

PRODUCT WARRANTY

Novak products are guaranteed to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of 120 days from the original date of purchase (veriﬁed by dated, itemized sales receipt). Warranty does not cover incorrect installation, components worn by use, cross-connection of battery/motor power wires, overheating solder tabs, damage resulting from overload, wear or damage from improper gear mesh or damage from disassembling motor, tampering with motor, allowing water, moisture, or any other foreign material to enter motor, allowing exposed wiring or solder tabs to short-circuit, or any damage caused by a crash, ﬂooding, or natural disaster. In no case shall our liability exceed the product’s original cost. We reserve the right to modify warranty provisions without notice.

Because Novak R/C, Inc. has no control over the connection & use of motor or other related electronics, no liability may be assumed nor will be accepted for damage resulting from the use of this product. Every motor is tested before leaving our facility and is, therefore, considered operational.

By the act of connecting motor to speed control or operating motor, the user accepts all resulting liability.