Fiesta Products 7305 manual Before Running Your Vehicle in Wet Conditions, Motor Precautions

DRIVING YOUR MODEL

Not all batteries can be used in wet environments. Consult your battery manufacturer to see if their batteries can be used in wet conditions.

The Traxxas TQ transmitter is not water resistant. Do not subject it to wet conditions such as rain.

Do NOT operate your model during a rain storm or other inclement weather where lightning may be present.

Do NOT allow your model to come in contact with salt water (ocean water), brackish water (between fresh water and ocean water), or other contaminated water. Salt water is highly conductive and highly corrosive. Use caution if you plan to run your model on or near a beach.

Even casual water contact can reduce the life of your motor. Special care must be taken to modify your gearing and/or your driving style in wet conditions to extend the life of the motor (details below).

Before Running Your Vehicle in Wet Conditions

1.Consult the section “After Running Your Vehicle in Wet Conditions” before proceeding. Make sure you understand the additional maintenance required with wet running.

2.The wheels have small holes molded in to allow air to enter and exit the tire during normal running. Water will enter these holes and get trapped inside the tires if holes are not cut in the tires. Cut two small holes (1.5mm or 1/16" diameter) in each tire. Each hole should be near the tire centerline, 180 degrees apart.

3.Confirm that the receiver box O-ring and cover are installed correctly and secure. Make sure the screws are tight and the blue O-ring is not visible protruding from the edge of the cover.

4.Confirm that your batteries can be used in wet conditions.

Motor Precautions

Motor life can be greatly reduced when used in extremely wet conditions. If the motor get excessively wet or submerged, use very light throttle (run the motor slowly) until the excess water can run out. Applying full throttle to a motor full of water can cause rapid motor failure. Your driving habits will determine motor life with wet motor. Do not submerge the motor under water.

Do not gear the motor by temperature when running in wet conditions. The motor will be cooled by water contact and will not give an accurate indication of appropriate gearing.

After Running Your Vehicle in Wet Conditions

1.Drain the tires by spinning the tires at full throttle to “sling” the water out. An easy way to do this is to remove the body and set the model upside down on a flat surface. Apply full throttle so the tires spin and throw the excess water out of the holes you cut into the tires.

2.Remove the battery.

3.Rinse excess dirt and mud off the model with low-pressure water, such as from a garden hose. Do NOT use pressure washer or other high-pressure water. Avoid directing water into the bearings, transmission, differentials, etc.

4.Blow off the model with compressed air (optional, but recommended). Wear safety glasses when using compressed air.

5.Remove the wheels from the model.

6.Spray all the bearings, drivetrain, and fasteners with WD-40®or similar water displacing light oil

7.Let the model stand or you may blow off with compressed air. Placing the model in a warm sunny spot will aid drying. Trapped water and oil will continue to drip from the model for a few hours. Place it on a towel or piece of cardboard to protect the surface underneath.

8.As a precautionary step, remove the sealed receiver box cover. While unlikely, humidity or tiny amounts of moisture or condensation may enter the receiver box during wet running. This can cause long-term problems with the sensitive electronics in the receiver. Removing the receiver box cover during storage allows the air inside to dry. This step can improve the long-term reliability of the receiver. It is not necessary to remove the receiver or unplug any of the wires.

9.Additional Maintenance: Increase your frequency of disassembly, inspection and lubrication of the following items. This is necessary after extended wet use or if the vehicle will not be used for an extended period of time (such as a week or longer). This additional maintenance is needed to prevent any trapped moisture from corroding internal steel components.

•Stub axle housing bearings: Remove, clean, and re-oil the bearings.

•Front and rear differential: Remove, disassemble, clean, and re-grease the differentials. Refer to your exploded view diagrams for help with disassembly and reassembly.

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