User Manual (English (18MT))

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1/18th SCALE 4x4

ELECTRIC MONSTER TRUCK

OWNER’S MANUAL AND EXPLODED VIEWS

HLNA0690 (US)

HLNA0691 (UK)

HLNA0692 (EU)

HLNA0693 (AU)

• Before using your product, review all documentaon and

inspect the products carefully. If for some reason you decide it

is not what you wanted, then do not connue with unpacking,

setup or operaon of your product. Your local hobby dealer

cannot accept a product for return or exchange aer partaking

in acons that produce wear and tear.

• Read, understand and follow all instrucons and accompanying

material carefully before operang or assembling your vehicle

to prevent serious damage to your vehicle. Failure to complete

these tasks properly or intenonal aversion to the content will

be considered abuse and/or neglect.

• Product specicaons are subject to change without noce.

Due to ongoing development, the actual product may vary

from images shown.

• This product contains chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer and birth defects or other

reproducve harm.

• This product is not a toy! (14+) Recommended for ages 14 and

up. Adult supervision required for ages under 18 years old.

Contains small parts, keep out of reach of children 3 years of

age and younger.

LENGTH 235mm (9.25in)

WIDTH 172mm (6.8in)

HEIGHT 81mm (3.2in)

WHEELBASE 159mm (6.3in)

WHEEL DIAMETER 42mm (1.65in) X 23mm (0.91in)

TIRE DIAMETER 60mm (2.36in)

WEIGHT* 540g (1.2lb)

BATTERY 1,100mAh NiMH 6-CELL, 7.2v, HCT

MOTOR 370 SIZE

RADIO 2.4GHz 2-CHANNEL

CHARGER AC WALL TRICKLE

*APPROXIMATE OUT-OF-THE-BOX WEIGHT

MADE IN CHINA

NOW ALL WEATHER READY, LIPO COMPATIBLE

AND INCLUDES PRE-INSTALLED WORKING LED LIGHTS!

Summary of content (20 pages)

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/18th SCALE 4x4 ELECTRIC MONSTER TRUCK HLNA0690 (US) HLNA0691 (UK) HLNA0692 (EU) HLNA0693 (AU) • • • • • • OWNER’S MANUAL AND EXPLODED VIEWS Entire contents ©2015 Helion RC Before using your product, review all documentation and inspect the products carefully. If for some reason you decide it is not what you wanted, then do not continue with unpacking, setup or operation of your product.
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# PACKAGE CONTENTS... 1. 2. 3. 4. [1] ANIMUS 18MT [1] Battery [1] Radio transmitter [1] Wall charger # ITEMS NEEDED TO COMPLETE... 5. 6. 7. 8. [1] Documentation package [1] Antenna tube [1] 4-Way cross wrench [1] 1.5mm L-wrench 1. [8] 1.5V AA type alkaline batteries for transmitter a. To help the environment, consider replacing the disposable batteries for this transmitter and for other household electronic items with rechargeable batteries.
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1/18th SCALE 4x4 ELECTRIC MONSTER TRUCK # GETTING STARTED... 1. Carefully remove the box contents using side cutting pliers to cut the tie straps 2. Remove body and battery from vehicle to prepare for charging a. Read charging instructions and understand all warnings and cautions before proceeding. This product is not a toy and should not be charged, operated, or maintained without supervision of an adult b.
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# UNDERSTANDING YOUR TRANSMITTER... 4 7 8 5 9 10 11 1 2 6 3 13 12 Features: 1. Steering wheel: controls left/right motion (designed to be operated with right hand) 2. Throttle trigger: controls forward/reverse motion (designed to be operated with left index finger) 3. Handle: For holding the transmitter (designed to be held with left hand) 4. Antenna: Transmits signal to the receiver located in the vehicle 5. Control panel cover: Covers control panel housing radio setting controls 6.
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1/18th SCALE 4x4 ELECTRIC MONSTER TRUCK # ...TRANSMITTER CONTINUED...
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# ...TRANSMITTER CONTINUED... Pairing (Binding) the radio system: The process of allowing communication to occur between a 2.4GHz transmitter and receiver is called “pairing” (also referred to as “matching” or “binding”). The radio system included with your product comes pre-configured and paired from the factory. In the event your system loses this pairing, or one of the components has been replaced, you will need to re-pair the transmitter and receiver.
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1/18th SCALE 4x4 ELECTRIC MONSTER TRUCK # ADJUSTMENTS AND TUNING CONTINUED... Battery position: It is possible to run your Animus 18MT with the battery either in a forward or rear position. • The battery is located in the rear position from the factory. This is ideal for optimum traction and stability.
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# CARE AND MAINTENANCE... General Care: • Always use clean, dry cloth or soft bristle brush to clean your equipment • Never use chemical cleansers to avoid damage to the sensitive electronics and plastics Maintenance: We want you to enjoy your product to its fullest potential. For this to happen it is important to keep your product clean and properly maintained. Lack of cleaning and maintenance can cause component failure.
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1/18th SCALE 4x4 ELECTRIC MONSTER TRUCK # ...MAINTENANCE CONTINUED... 3. Shocks: Periodically inspect the shocks for smooth/free motion, leaking oil and dirt residue build up around the shaft a. Do not allow dirt to build up around the shock shaft and bottom of the shock. Doing so will reduce the life of the shock and cause a shock to leak oil. Be sure to clean the shocks regularly with a clean and dry soft bristle brush and/or rag b.
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# TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE... Problem / Symptom Possible Solution Charge battery Vehicle will not turn on Re/connect battery Replace battery Charge or change batteries Transmitter will not turn on Correct installation Check receiver antenna for damage.
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1/18th SCALE 4x4 ELECTRIC MONSTER TRUCK # STORAGE AND DISPOSAL... Before contacting customer support, recall that this is a hobby grade product intended to be user serviceable. Please take the time to fully inspect your product for any obvious causes to the issues you are experiencing. Below are some of the most common issues experienced. Scan the QR code to the right with your smart phone for quick access to the product support page on our website. 1.
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# SPARE PARTS LIST... As spare parts are often subject to change, find updated spare parts list and option parts list on the Helion website: www.Helion-RC.com HLNA0002........Main Chassis (18-US).................................................................................................................. HLNA0003........Top Plate, Battery Strap & Posts (18-US).................................................................................... HLNA0005........Suspension Arms, F-R (18-US)...............
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1/18th SCALE 4x4 ELECTRIC MONSTER TRUCK # OPTION PARTS LIST... HLNA0018........Axle Bearing Set (18-US)............................................................................................................ HLNA0161........AL Front Shocks, OR (18-US)...................................................................................................... HLNA0162........AL Rear Shocks, OR (18-US)........................................................................................................
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# SHOCK AND DIFFERENTIAL EXPLODED VIEWS...
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1/18th SCALE 4x4 ELECTRIC MONSTER TRUCK # ANIMUS 18MT DIFFERENTIAL ACCESS...
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...ANIMUS 18MT HLNA0017 HLNA0026 bhps, M2x16mm HLNA0686 HLNA0008 HLNA0011 HLNA0026 HLNA0029 shss, M3x3mm HLNA0019 HLNA0008 bhps, M2.
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1/18th SCALE 4x4 ELECTRIC MONSTER TRUCK EXPLODED VIEW... HLNA0026 HLNA0026 HLNA0011 bhps, M2x16mm bhps, M2x6mm HLNA0026 bhps, M2x6mm HLNA0666 HLNA0666 HLNA0003 HLNA0020 HLNA0666 HLNA0665 HLNA0021 HLNA00010 HLNA0666 HLNA0019 ball bearing, 8x12x3.
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# ANIMUS 18MT FRONT SUSPENSION... HLNA0719 HLNA0017 HLNA0012 HLNA0026 bhps, M2x6mm HLNA0006 HLNA0026 bhps, M2x6mm HLNA0699 HLNA0700 HLNA0011 HLNA0009 HLNA0015 HLNA0011 HLNA0007 HLNA0016 HLNA0017 HLNA0007 HLNA0005 HLNA0026 HLNA0026 bhps, M2.5x8mm bhps, M2.
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1/18th SCALE 4x4 ELECTRIC MONSTER TRUCK # ANIMUS 18MT REAR SUSPENSION...
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1/18th SCALE 4x4 ELECTRIC MONSTER TRUCK 000533-001 (REV B) MADE IN CHINA