User Manual

Adjusting the Transmitter
NOTE: Refer to the radio instructions for specific
information on transmitter setup�
1� Set the “throttle reversing” switch to the NORMAL position�
(This may need to be reversed on some brands of radios�)
2� Set the “throttle trim” to the CENTER position�
3� Set the “throttle exponential” to MINIMUM or ZERO�
4� Set the “ATV” to 100%�
5� If your transmitter has an adjustable trigger (or stick) position,
move it to the 70/30 position�
Speed Control Programming
NOTE: While in the programming mode, no power is
applied to the motor�
1� Turn on the transmitter’s power switch� (Be sure the transmitter
batteries are fully charged)�
2� Turn the ESC switch on�
3� Press and release the setup button� The red and green LEDs
will light�
4� Move the throttle to the full throttle position and press the
programming button� The green LED will remain lit and the red
LED will go out� (If the ESC does not sense throttle movement
in 3 seconds by the transmitter, it will exit the programming
mode and you will have to begin again�)
5� Now move the throttle to full reverse and press the
programming button� The red LED will glow and the green LED
will go out�
6� Return the throttle stick to neutral and press the programming
button� The green LED will glow and the red LED will go out,
indicating programming is complete�
During normal operation, the green LED indicates neutral and the
red LED indicates full forward and full reverse�
Selecting Battery Type
When the ESC is powered up the color of the flashing LED
determines which battery mode the ESC is currently programmed
to�
The modes are as follows:
Flashing red LED - Li-Po mode (cut off at 6�0V�)
Flashing green LED - Ni-MH mode (cut off at 4�0V�)
In order to change the battery type, press and hold the setup key
while powering up the ESC�
Troubleshooting Guide
Symptom Solution
Steering servo operates but the motor does not run Programming is not complete� Re-program the ESC by following the programming
instructions�
Speed control connected to receiver incorrectly� Refer to manufacturer’s instructions�
Motor defective� Test motor independently, repair or replace as needed�
Low batteries� Charge as needed�
Overload Protection enabled� Check motor
and connections�
Steering and motor do not function Receiver wired incorrectly� Check polarity and orientation of control plugs�
Radio inoperational� See radio instruction manual�
Batteries discharged� Recharge or replace�
Full speed not attainable Battery has reached the programmed voltage cutoff�
Transmitter adjusted improperly� See radio instructions for proper adjustment�
ESC programmed incorrectly� Reprogram�
Motor slows but will not stop Throttle trim may be set improperly� See radio
instruction manual�
ESC program does not match transmitter�
Re-program ESC�
Reduced radio range / Interference Motor capacitors broken/missing� Repair or replace�
Motor noise� Move receiver further away from ESC, motor and wiring�
Transmitter batteries low� Replace batteries�
Interference transmitted on or near radio frequency� Relocate or change radio channels
(see manufacturer’s instructions)�