Vaterra VTR 1:10 4WD Raptor Pre Runner Truck, VTR03009 User guide

FORD® F-150® SVT® RAPTOR®

OWNER’S MANUAL

bedienungsanleitung
manuel de l’utilisateur
manuale dell’utente

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NOTICE

All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject
to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, Inc. For up-to-date
product literature, visit www.horizonhobby.com and click on the
support tab for this product.

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 superficial injury.

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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 use with incompatible com­ponents or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions provided by
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.

AGE RECOMMENDATION: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND GUIDELINES

» Always keep a safe distance in all directions around your

model to avoid collisions or injury. This model is controlled
by a radio signal subject to interference from many sources
outside your control. Interference can cause momentary
loss of control.

» Always operate your model in open spaces away

from full-size vehicles, trac and people.

» Always carefully follow the directions and warnings for this

and any optional support equipment (chargers, rechargeable
battery packs, etc.).

» Always keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical

out of the reach of children.

» Always avoid water exposure to all equipment not specifically

designed and protected for this purpose. Moisture causes
damage to electronics.

» Never place any portion of the model in your mouth as it

could cause serious injury or even death.

» Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.

WATER-RESISTANT VEHICLE WITH WATERPROOF ELECTRONICS

Your new Horizon Hobby vehicle
has been designed and built with a
combination of waterproof and water­resistant components to allow you
to operate the product in many “wet
conditions”, including puddles, creeks,
wet grass, snow and even rain.

While the entire vehicle is highly water­resistant, it is not completely waterproof
and your vehicle should NOT be treated
like a submarine. The various electronic
components used in the vehicle, such
as the Electronic Speed Control (ESC),
servo(s) and receiver are waterproof,
however, most of the mechanical
components are water-resistant
and should not be submerged.

Metal parts, including the bearings,
hinge pins, screws and nuts, as well as
the contacts in the electrical cables, will
be susceptible to corrosion if additional
maintenance is not performed after
running in wet conditions. To maximize
the long-term performance of your
vehicle and to keep the warranty intact,
the procedures described in the “Wet
Conditions Maintenance” section to fol­low must be performed regularly if you
choose to run in wet conditions. If you
are not willing to perform the additional
care and maintenance required, then
you should not operate the vehicle
in those conditions.

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION: Failure to exercise caution while using this product and complying with the following precautions could

result in product malfunction and/or void the warranty.

» Read through the wet conditions maintenance procedures

and make sure that you have all the tools you will need to
properly maintain your vehicle.

» Not all batteries can be used in wet conditions. Consult the

battery manufacturer before use. Caution should be taken
when using Li-Po batteries in wet conditions.

» Most transmitters are not water-resistant. Consult your

transmitter’s manual or the manufacturer before operation.

» Never operate your transmitter or vehicle where lightning

may be present.

» Do not operate your vehicle where it could come in contact

with salt water (ocean water or water on salt-covered roads),
contaminated or polluted water. Salt water is very conductive
and highly corrosive, so use caution.

» Even minimal water contact can reduce the life of your motor

if it has not been certified as water-resistant or waterproof. If
the motor becomes excessively wet, apply very light throttle
until the water is mostly removed from the motor. Running a
wet motor at high speeds may rapidly damage the motor.

» Driving in wet conditions can reduce the life of the motor.

The additional resistance of operating in water causes
excess strain. Alter the gear ratio by using a smaller pinion
or larger spur gear. This will increase torque (and motor life)
when running in mud, deeper puddles, or any wet conditions
that will increase the load on the motor for an extended
period of time.

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WET CONDITIONS MAINTENANCE

» Drain any water that has collected in the tires by

spinning them at high speed. With the body removed,
place the vehicle upside down and pull full throttle for
a few short bursts until the water has been removed.

CAUTION: Always keep hands, fingers, tools and any
loose or hanging objects away from rotating parts when
performing the above drying technique.

» Remove the battery pack(s) and dry the contacts. If you have

an air compressor or a can of compressed air, blow out any
water that may be inside the recessed connector housing.

» Remove the tires/wheels from the vehicle and gently rinse

the mud and dirt o with a garden hose. Avoid rinsing the
bearings and transmission.

NOTICE: Never use a pressure washer to clean
your vehicle.

» Use an air compressor or a can of compressed air to dry

the vehicle and help remove any water that may have
gotten into small crevices or corners.

» Spray the bearings, drive train, fasteners and other metal

parts with a water-displacing light oil. Do not spray the motor.

» Let the vehicle air dry before you store it.

Water (and oil) may continue to drip for a few hours.

» Increase the frequency of disassembly,

inspection and lubrication of the following:

• Front and rear axle hub assembly bearings.

• All transmission cases, gears and dierentials.

• Motor—clean with an aerosol motor cleaner and

re-oil the bearings with lightweight motor oil.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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QUICK START

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this Vaterra
product! The Ford F-150 SVT Raptor is
a special concept edition that is a re­flection of our dedication to embodying
the essence of monster truck excite­ment. To ensure you continue to have a
positive experience with your vehicle, it
is important you read and understand
these instructions before you drive.
Regular maintenance is essential to
optimize performance; driving charac­teristics will suer if your vehicle is not
regularly and properly maintained. For
additional setup information, please
visit www.vaterrarc.com; there you can
also find updates and part listings for
this and other Vaterra products.

WARNING AGAINST

COUNTERFEIT PRODUCTS:

Thank you for purchasing a genuine
Spektrum product. Always purchase
from a Horizon Hobby, Inc. authorized
dealer to ensure authentic high-quality
Spektrum product. Horizon Hobby, Inc.
disclaims all support and warranty
with regards, but not limited to,
compatibility and performance of
counterfeit products or products
claiming compatibility with DSM
or Spektrum.

Introduction

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Quick Start

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Components

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Spektrum DX2E Radio System

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Calibrating the Receiver

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Run Time

10

Tuning, Adjusting & Maintaining Your Vehicle

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Dynamite 70A Waterproof Sensorless Brushless ESC

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Dynamite Fuze 540 4-Pole 3300Kv Sensorless

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Brushless Motor
Gear Chart

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Changing the Travel Adjust Settings

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Disabling the Stability Assist Function

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Troubleshooting Guide

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Limited Warranty

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FCC statement

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IC Information

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Compliance Information for the European Union

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Fasteners

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Replacement Parts/Exploded Views

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Optional Parts

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Please read the entire manual to gain a full understanding
of the vehicle, fine-tuning the setup, and performing
maintenance.

1 Read the safety precautions found in this manual.
2 Install the AA batteries in the transmitter.

Only use alkaline or rechargeable batteries.

3 Install a fully charged battery in the vehicle.
4 Power ON the transmitter and then the vehicle. Always

power the transmitter ON before the vehicle and power
it OFF after the vehicle has been powered OFF.

5 Check the steering and throttle control directions.

Verify that the servos are moving in the correct
direction.

6 Drive your vehicle.
7 Perform any necessary maintenance.

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