Roberts Radio 60-4357 User Manual

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Dodge Raminator

What’s Included

Dodge Raminator Plastic Antenna Tube

Monster Truck

60-4357

Step One

Installing Batteries

You will need...

One 9V battery for the transmitter (not included) One 7.2V battery pack for the Dodge Raminator (not included)

Put Battery in the Truck

• Turn the truck off.

• Lift the two latches on the back of the truck to open the battery compartment cover.

• Attach the battery pack’s connector to the vehicle’s connector. Do not force them together. They fit one way only. Place the connectors in the space inside the compartment and place the battery pack in the compartment. Be sure the w ires do no t touch an y moving parts.

• Replace the cover and secure the tabs.

Put Battery in the Transmitter

• Press OPEN on the battery compartment cover and slide it off.

• Insert one 9V battery in the battery compartment, matching the polarity symbols (+ and -) as marked inside.

• Replace the cover and snap it on.

Box Wrench Owner’s Manual

Transmitter

Battery Pack Connector

Step Three

Driving the Dodge Raminator

• Turn the Dodge Raminator on. The headlights illuminate

• Use the transmitter’s controls to drive and steer the truck.

• When you finish driving the vehicle, turn the transmitter and vehicle off.

Forward

Stop

Right Control Lever

• Push to the left to turn left.

• Push to the right to turn righ t.

• Release to go straight.

Left

Straight

Righ

Step Two

Installing the Antenna Tube

Route the antenna wire’s loose end through the supplied plastic tube and insert the tube securely into the truck’s antenna tube holder.

Reverse

Left Control Lever

• Push forward to move forward. For turbo speed, push forward and to the right.

• Pull backward to move backward.

• Release to stop.

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Battery Notes

Care & Use

• Use only fres h batteries of the required size an d recommended type.

• Use only the recommended battery pack and charger. You may purchase a charger at your local RadioShack store.

• When the transmitter’s range decreases, replace its battery. Never leave dead or weak batteries in the vehicle or transmitter.

• Do not charge the battery pack while it is in the vehicle or immediately after use. Allow it to cool first.

• After you charge the battery pack (12 to 14 hours), disconnect it from the charger. Overcharging the battery pack might damage it.

• Do not mix old a nd ne w ba tterie s, d iff erent typ es of batter ies (a lkal ine, sta ndar d, or recha rgeab le), o r rech arge able batte ries of different capacities.

• If you do not plan t o u se the vehicle for a week or more, remove the batteries from it and the transmitte r. Batteries can leak chemicals that may destroy electronic parts.

• Ensure the connectors and wires are positioned so they do not touch moving parts.

• Dispose of old batteries promptly and properly. Do not burn or bury them.

The FCC Wants You to Know

Your vehicle might cause TV or radio interference even when it is operating properly. To determine whe ther your vehicle is causing the interfer ence, tur n it off. If the interference goes away, your vehicle is causing it. Try to eliminate the interference by:

• moving your vehicle away from the receiver

• contacting your local RadioShack store for help

If you cannot eliminate the interference, the FCC req uires that you stop using your vehicle.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications to this product not expressly approved by RadioShack, or operation of this product in any way other than as detailed by the Owner's Manual, could void your authority to operate the product.

FCC Declaration of Conformity

Hints & Tips

• The supplied box wrench lets you easily remove and replace the truck’s wheels. Be careful not to discard the wrench when you unpack the truck.

• Driving your Dodge Raminator for long pe riods of time can generate a high heat level, which causes wear and tear on the motor. To help keep heat levels down, when your vehicle’s battery power dies, let it cool for at least 10 minutes before rechargi ng the battery.

• Do not touch the motor immediately after using the Dodge Raminator, as it may become hot during use.

• If your vehicle’s motor runs, but does not respond to the transmitter, move closer to the vehicle and try again.

• If someone uses a CB nearby, it might interfere with the control of your

Product: Dodge Raminator

Responsible Party: RadioShack

The EPA certified RBRC® Battery Recycling Seal on the nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd ) battery indicates RadioShack is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful life, when taken out of service in the United States or Canada. The RBRC program provides a convenient alternative to placing used Ni-Cd batteries i nto the trash or the municipal waste stream, which may be illegal in your area. Please call 1-800-THE-SHACK (1-800843-7422) for information on Ni -Cd batt ery recy cling a nd di sposal ban s/rest rict ion s in your area. RadioShack’s involvement in this progr am is part of th e compa ny’s commitment to preserving our environment and conserving our natural resources.

Monster Truck

Model: 60-4357

100 Throckmorton Fort Worth, TX 76102

Phone: 817-415-4300

Dodge Raminator. If this happens, move the vehicle away from the CB.

• You cannot operate your vehicl e ne ar de vices with tran smitters that use the same frequenc y as your vehicle (27 MHz or 49 MHz ). Check the box to see which frequency you have.

• If your vehicle moves slowly, or not at all, and you have installed new batteries, check the wheel mechanism for lint, dust, hair or thread.

• When the transmitter’s range decreases, replace its battery.

• If your vehicle does not drive in a straight line, adjust the wheel alignment control on the bottom of th e vehicle. If the vehicle pulls to the right, turn the control to ward L, a nd if it pulls t o the left, turn the contr ol tow ard R.

• Do not play with your vehicle in the street.

• The Dodge Raminator reaches much higher speeds (780 ft. per min ut e) than most radio-controlled car s. Avoid highimpact collisions with people and objects.

• If the Dodge Raminato r gets st uck under an object, immediately release both controls on the transmitter. Then, retrieve the vehicle.

• Wipe the vehicle occasionally with a damp cloth to keep it looking new.

• Tampering w i th your vehicle’s e lectronic parts may cause damage to the vehicle. If your vehicle does not operate properly , take it to your local RadioShack store for assistance.

Limited Ninety-Day Warranty

This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal use for ninety (90) days from the date of purcha se from RadioShack company- owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, Radi o Sh a ck MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND AN Y IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY TO CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY, LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF TIME, DATA, PROPERTY, REVENUE, OR PROFIT OR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF RadioShack HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the ex clusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. In the event of a product defect during the warranty pe riod, take the product and the RadioShack sales receipt as proof of purchase date to any RadioShack store. RadioShack will, at its option, unless otherwise provided by law: (a) correct the defect by product repair without charge for parts and labor; (b) replace the product with one of the same or similar design; or (c) refund the purchase price. All replaced parts and products, and products on which a refund is made, become the property of RadioShack. New or reconditioned parts and products may be used in the performance of warranty service. Repaired or replaced parts and products are warranted for the remainder of the orig inal warrant y period. You will be charged for repair or replacement of the product made after the expiration of the warranty period. This warranty does not cover: (a) damage or failure caused by or attributable to acts of God, abuse, accident, misuse, improper or abnormal usage, crash, collision, impact, violent contact, failure to follow instructions, improper installation or maintenance, alteration, lightning or other incidence of excess voltage or current; (b) any repairs other than those provided b y a RadioShack Authorized Service Facility; (c) consumables such as fuses or batteries; (d) cosmetic damage; (e) transportation, shipping or insurance costs; or (f) costs of product removal, installation, set-up service adjustment or reinstallation. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

RadioShack Customer Relations, 200 Taylor Street, 6th Floor, Fort Worth, TX 76102

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