Instruction Manual

PACKAGE CONTENTS
1฀SHIFT฀24฀High฀Speed฀Truck
•฀Remote฀control
•฀USB฀charging฀cord
•฀Two฀sets฀of฀tires฀
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A
REMOTE DIAGRAM
SYNCING YOUR SHIFT 24
D
TRUCK DIAGRAM
ON/ OFF Switch
Speed Mode Switch
Head Lights
Steering Wheel Trim
ON/OFF Switch
Charging Socket
Tire
Power Indicator
B
Arrow
Mark
Red
Charging
Light
Throttle
CONTROLLER REQUIRES 3xAA BATTERIES
(NOT INCLUDED)
CHARGING THE BATTERY
1. Make sure the power button on the SHIFT 24 is off, then insert the square charging plug side of the
included USB cord into the trucks charging socket on the bottom of the truck. The square plug only fits
in one direction.
DO NOT FORCE THE CHARGING PLUG!
(see illustration A,B).
2.
Connect the other end of the USB cord into your computers USB port or a USB wall charger (see diagram C),
The Red CHARGE indicator light turns OFF while the charging is in progress and ON when the
SHIFT 24 is fully charged.
3. Average charging time is approximately 40-50 minutes (via 5.0V 2A USB wall charger). The truck
operates for approximately 12-15 minutes on full charge.
4. Don’t forget the red LED charging indicator on the USB cord turns ON when the battery is fully charged.
*SAFETY TIP: Periodically examine the USB charging cord for external damage. External
damage to the charging cord may result in the risk of fire or electric shock. Never use a
damaged charging cord or compromised wall adapter.
INSTALLING BATTERIES INTO THE REMOTE CONTROL
Turn the included remote controller upside down with
the battery door facing you. Secure the controller with
one hand and with your other hand place your thumb
on the center of battery door and slide the cover off (see
diagram D). Insert 3 AA batteries (not included) into the
battery compartment. Make sure to match the polarity
(+ and -) marked clearly inside the battery
compartment. Replace the battery cover by sliding it on
in the reverse direction until you hear a click sound
notifying that the cover is locked in place and secure.
Your SHIFT 24 utilizes an automatic 2.4G digital channel selection system that allows up to 8 individual
players to race side by side in the same wireless range without interference.
FOR SOLO PLAYER:
1. Before starting, make sure that the power on both your remote control and truck are in the OFF
position (the on off power button is on the under carriage of the truck next to the charging socket)
2. First turn ON the truck and set it down on a flat surface. The head lamps will be flashing rapidly letting
know that the truck has power and is ready for syncing.
3. Next turn ON the remote control. The head lamps should stop flashing and immediately become solid
indicating that you have successfully synced your SHIFT 24.
*Note: If pairing fails first make the sure that batteries are properly installed in the
controller and truck and then turn both off and repeat steps 1-3 above.
FOR MULTIPLE PLAYERS:
1.
Before starting, make sure that the power on all the trucks and all the controllers are in the OFF position.
2. Following a one by one sequence, each player should sync their truck one at a time by Follow steps 1
to 3 above.
3. IMPORTANT: after syncing each truck, make sure to leave each truck ON until all players have
completed the syncing process.
4. If there is an interference problem, all players must turn off their controllers and trucks and restart the
process again.
HOW TO OPERATE YOUR SHIFT 24:
SPEED SETTINGS
Your SHIFT 24 comes with 2 speed settings for beginner and more advanced drivers. For beginner drivers
we suggest you start in the LOW SPEED setting (SEE SPEED MODE SWITCH DIAGRAM E). In the low speed
setting your SHIFT 24 truck has all the same proportional steering and proportional acceleration functions
as in the high speed setting but the speed is governed for younger drivers and beginners who are just
learning how to control their new vehicle. In HIGH SPEED setting the SHIFT 24 can reach its maximum
speed and power.
PROPERLY USING THE THROTTLE
The SHIFT 24 is unlike most toy RC cars as it uses digital proportion
acceleration. This feature comes from the higher-end hobby car industry and
it makes driving your SHIFT 24 so much more fun and controllable!
With digital proportional speed your SHIFT 24 has a wide range of
sensitivity and speed control. For example; you can practice driving very
slowly, you can control the rate of acceleration and you can adjust your speed up and down on the fly
creating tight turns or instant straight-away acceleration. The digital throttle is very sensitive so we
strongly suggest to begin practicing with a very gentle finger on the throttle until you can begin to
understand and feel how to control the speed.
REACHING TOP SPEEDS
The SHIFT 24 has been clocked at speeds above 24MPH. To achieve the vehicles top speeds, you must
first have a large open outdoor space with a fairly smooth and hard surface. Make sure you have at least
100 feet of length and 12 feet of unobstructed width for your runway (6 feet on either side of your
vehicle). Next make sure your controller speed setting is set to HIGH SPEED mode. Next adjust and test
the left/right trim so the SHIFT 24 drives in a fairly straight line without steering wheel input.
Now you’re ready! Let go of the steering wheel and allow the tires be held in line by the automatic
digital steering control system. From zero start the truck rolling by gently, gradually and consistently
pulling back the throttle until the throttle stick hits the back wall of the controller.
PRO TIP: You will need to make very tiny left / right steering inputs to keep the SHIFT 24
in a straight line while you push the SHIFT 24 to maximum velocity!
*Road condition, environmental condition and operator skill can affect performance.
ADJUSTING THE TRIM
The SHIFT 24 comes with a digital proportional steering system. This special steering system allows the
driver to perform more accurate turning functions and helps to keep the car in-control on the road!
Before starting play, and from time to time after using your SHIFT 24 (especially after a few crashes and
rolls), you should adjust your steering trim so the SHIFT 24 drives in a generally straight” line without
touching the steering wheel. On the face of your controller you will see the trim button with an L and R
(right and left) on either side (SEE DIAGRAM F) with the power button on and truck synced to the
controller, slowly turn the Trim Dial right and left. You should see the front tires move (note you should
not be driving the car or touching the throttle while trimming). Once you feel the tires are straight you
should test this by not touching the steering wheel and just gently pulling on the throttle. The car
should follow a generally straight line”. Note it is normal for
the car to have a slight leftward or rightward drift. This will
not affect steering and driving performance.
PROPERLY STEERING THE VEHICLE
The SHIFT 24 has 6-way control with digital proportional
steering. The SHIFT 24 has the ability to go straight-forward,
straight-backwards, forward-left, forward-right, reverse-left
and reverse-right (See Diagram G). Digital Proportional
Steering is a unique feature rarely found on toy RC vehicles.
With the SHIFT 24 proportional steering system you can
accurately control your vehicle in all types of situations
making driving this truck a blast! We suggest practicing
with gentle movements on the steering wheel so you can
get used to the feeling and sensitivity of the SHIFT 24
steering system.
Start slow and remember practice
makes perfect!
ENHANCED PERFORMANCE TIRES
Your SHIFT 24 comes with a pair of grey colored enhanced performance tires (see image H) these
enhanced performance tires were made out of extra-soft TPR with lower internal air-compression for
improved steering control on smooth or slippery surfaces. The enhanced performance tires are great for
indoor or outdoor racing when you need extra control on smooth surfaces.
PRO TIP: The performance tires are not advisable for off-roading or rougher roads and
street terrain.
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Steering Wheel
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R
F
G
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E
Speed