MODEL 5607L MODEL 5607 owner’s manual
introduction 3 BEFORE YOU PROCEED 3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 6 TOOLS, SUPPLIES, AND REQUIRED EQUIPMENT 7 ANATOMY OF THE SUMMIT 8 QUICK START: GETTING UP TO SPEED 9 TRAXXAS TQi RADIO SYSTEM 17 ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL 19 DRIVING YOUR MODEL 22 TUNING ADJUSTMENTS 28 MAINTAINING YOUR MODEL 29 TQi ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE Thank you for purchasing the new Traxxas Summit electric monster truck.
before you proceed Carefully read and follow all instructions in this and any accompanying materials to prevent serious damage to your model. Failure to follow these instructions will be considered abuse and/or neglect. Before running your model, look over this entire manual and examine the model carefully. If for some reason you decide it is not what you wanted, then do not continue any further. Your hobby dealer absolutely cannot accept a model for return or exchange after it has been run.
el = Myriad Semi Bold SAFETY PRECAUTIONS bluehighway font 2 3 3+ 4 5 3 15 0 0 6 0 0 This model is not intended for use by children under 14 years of age without the supervision of a responsible and knowledgeable adult. Previous experience with radio controlled models is recommended. Models require a higher level of setup, maintenance, or support equipment. ForExpertDrivers Your model is able to use LiPo batteries.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Important Warnings for users of Lithium Polymer (LiPo) batteries: Lithium Polymer (LiPo) batteries are significantly more volatile than other rechargeable batteries. ONLY use a Lithium Polymer (LiPo) balance charger with a balance adapter (such as the Traxxas EZ-Peak Plus Charger #2933 or the 2-Cell /3Cell LiPo Balance Charger #2935) to charge LiPo batteries. Never use NiMH or NiCad type chargers or charge modes to charge LiPo batteries.
tools, supplies, and required equipment For more information on batteries, see Use the Right Batteries on page 11. Recommended Equipment These items are not required for the operation of your model, but are a good idea to include in any R/C toolbox: • Safety glasses • Thin, hobby-quality cyanoacrylate instant tire glue (CA glue, Part #6468) • Hobby knife • Side cutters and/or needle nose pliers • Phillips screwdriver • Soldering iron Your model comes with a set of specialty metric tools.
anatomy of the summit Electronic Speed Control Battery Door Release Tab Pivot Ball Steering Servo Traxxas High-Current Connector Axle Carrier Push Rod Front T-Lock Servo Motor Rocker Slipper Clutch Rear Body Mount Transmission Chassis Front Body Mount Rear Bumper Shock Rocker Push Rod Front Bumper Rear Suspension Arm Skid Plate Rear Half Shaft LED Light Pipe Toe Link Battery Compartment Vent Receiver Box Battery Compartment Door Transmission Shifting Servo Antenna Mount Front Suspension Ar
quick start: getting up to speed The Quick Start Guide is not intended to replace the full operating instructions available in this manual. Please read this entire manual for complete instructions on the proper use and maintenance of your model. The following guide is an overview of the procedures for getting your model running. Look for the Quick Start logo on the bottom corners of Quick Start pages. 1.
TRAXXAS TQi RADIO SYSTEM INTRODUCTION Your model includes the latest Traxxas TQi 2.4GHz transmitter with Traxxas Link™ Model Memory. The transmitter’s easy-to-use design provides instant driving fun for new R/C enthusiasts, and also offers a full complement of pro-level tuning features for advanced users – or anyone interested in experimenting with the performance of their model. The steering and throttle channels feature adjustable Exponential, End Points, and Sub-Trims.
TRAXXAS TQi RADIO SYSTEM EVX-2 Wiring Diagram Your model is equipped with the newest TQi 2.4GHz transmitter with Traxxas Link™ Model Memory. The transmitter has two channels for controlling your throttle and steering. The receiver inside the model has 5 output channels. Your model is equipped with one servo and an electronic speed control.
TRAXXAS TQi RADIO SYSTEM INSTALLING TRANSMITTER BATTERIES Your TQi transmitter uses 4 AA batteries. The battery compartment is located in the base of the transmitter. CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK (Model #5607L) Before charging the provided 2-Cell LiPo battery, please read and understand all safety precautions at the beginning of this manual. The included charger can be used to charge the provided battery pack. The supplied charger has an output rate of 800mAh (0.
TRAXXAS TQi RADIO SYSTEM INSTALLING BATTERY PACKS When rechargeable batteries begin to lose their charge, they will fade much faster than alkaline dry cells. Stop immediately at the first sign of weak batteries. Never turn the transmitter off when the battery pack is plugged in. The model could run out of control. The Summit requires two fully charged battery packs. These batteries are included with the model.
TRAXXAS TQi RADIO SYSTEM The battery compartments can be reconfigured to accept many sizes of LiPo batteries. If you are using batteries that are very thick, the spring clip may need to be removed from the battery compartment. Spring Clip Removal 1. Pull down on the inside of the clip. 2. Push the clip in toward the center of the model to release. Spring Clip Installation 1. Insert the two tabs on the spring clip into the rectangular tab slots in the chassis. 2. Rotate the spring clip upward. 3.
TRAXXAS TQi RADIO SYSTEM RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS • Always turn on the transmitter before plugging in the battery. • Always use new or freshly charged batteries for the radio system. Weak batteries will limit the radio signal between the receiver and the transmitter. Loss of the radio signal can cause you to lose control of your model. Remember, always turn the TQi transmitter on first and off last to avoid damage to your model.
TRAXXAS TQi RADIO SYSTEM USING THE RADIO SYSTEM The TQi Radio System has been pre-adjusted at the factory. The adjustment should be checked before running the model in case of movement during shipping. Here’s how: 1. Turn the transmitter switch on. The status LED on the transmitter should be solid green (not flashing). 2. Elevate the model on a block or a stand so that all the tires are off the ground. Make sure your hands are clear of the moving parts of the model. 3.
TRAXXAS TQi RADIO SYSTEM To prevent loss of radio range do not kink or cut the black wire, do not bend or cut the metal tip, and do not bend or cut the white wire at the end of the metal tip. Correct No No No TQi Binding Instructions For proper operation, the transmitter and receiver must be electronically ‘bound.’ This has been done for you at the factory. Should you ever need to re-bind the system or bind to another transmitter or receiver, follow these instructions.
ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL The EVX-2 electronic speed control is factory set and should not require any adjustments. These instructions are provided for your reference. Battery Settings (Low-Voltage Detection Setting) The Low-Voltage Detection circuitry constantly monitors the battery voltage. When the battery voltage begins to reach the minimum recommended discharge voltage threshold for LiPo battery packs, the EVX-2 will limit the power output to 50% throttle.
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DRIVING YOUR MODEL Now it’s time to have some fun! This section contains instructions on driving and making adjustments to your model. Before you go on, here are some important precautions to keep in mind. • Allow the model to cool for a few minutes between runs. This is particularly important when using high-capacity battery packs that allow extended periods of running. Monitoring temperatures will extend the lives of the batteries and motor.
DRIVING YOUR MODEL • Maintain your model. Do not allow dirt or damaged parts to cause binding in the drivetrain. Keep the motor clean. mAh Ratings and Power Output The mAh rating of the battery can affect your top-speed performance. The higher capacity battery packs experience less voltage drop under heavy load than low mAh rated packs. The higher voltage potential allows increased speed until the battery begins to become discharged.
DRIVING YOUR MODEL 4. Blow off the truck with compressed air (optional, but recommended). Wear safety glasses when using compressed air. 5. Remove the wheels from the truck. 6. Spray all the bearings, drivetrain, and fasteners with WD-40® or similar water-displacing light oil. 7. Let the truck stand or you may blow off with compressed air. Placing the truck in a warm, sunny spot will aid drying. Trapped water and oil will continue to drip from the truck for a few hours.
TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Important: The shocks are assembled at the factory with a center-to-center distance (between the rod end balls) of 87mm. Any time the shocks are removed and disassembled, this distance should be checked to ensure proper operation of the suspension. 87mm Summit does not require any specialized knowledge or understanding of its unique suspension and drivetrain to perform typical, everyday setup and tuning adjustments.
TUNING ADJUSTMENTS decreased by installing different rocker arm sets. The rockers are labeled Progressive 1 to Progressive 3. Progressive 1 rockers will provide a low progressive rate that maintains consistent damping force across the whole range of suspension travel. Progressive 2 rockers provide a larger degree of rate change, and Progressive 3 rockers have the greatest rate difference. Progressive 3 rockers will improve high-speed cornering on smooth surfaces by providing a firmer feel.
TUNING ADJUSTMENTS 1 Piston 1: 1.10 mm 2 Piston 2: 1.00 mm 3 Piston 3: 0.95 mm Never slide the threads on the shock rod past the X-ring seal when it is installed and compressed by the bottom cap of the shock. Doing so will damage the seal and cause shock oil to leak. 24 • SUMMIT Shock disassembly The shocks must be removed from the vehicle and disassembled to change the pistons. Use the shock exploded views included with the model to aid in the assembly process. 1.
TUNING ADJUSTMENTS hex wrench engagement). The upper pivot ball is normally screwed all the way in. Negative camber is achieved by screwing the pivot ball of the lower control arm out. Note: When camber is changed, the toe angle of the wheel has to be reset.
TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Gearing Compatibility Chart: The chart below shows a full range of gear combinations. This does NOT imply that these gear combinations should be used. Over-gearing (bigger pinions, smaller spurs) can overheat and damage the motor and/or speed control. High Gear Pinion Gear Spur Gear 62 65 68 12 26.96 28.26 29.57 13 24.89 26.09 27.29 14 23.11 24.23 25.34 15 21.57 22.61 23.65 16 20.22 21.20 22.18 17 19.03 19.95 20.87 18 17.97 18.84 19.
TUNING ADJUSTMENTS DUAL SERVO STEERING SYSTEM T-LOCK SERVO INSTALLATION Summit uses dual-servo steering and a single heavy-duty servo saver for powerful, responsive steering. To prevent unnecessary receiver battery drain, it is important to make sure that the servos are “at rest” when the steering is at neutral. If one servo is out of adjustment, then both servos will work against each other, fighting to find center.
MAINTAINING YOUR MODEL Always wear eye protection when using compressed air or spray cleaners and lubricants. Your model requires timely maintenance in order to stay in top running condition. The following procedures should be taken very seriously. Inspect the vehicle for obvious damage or wear. Look for: 1. Cracked, bent, or damaged parts 2. Check the wheels and steering for binding. 3. Check the operation of the shock absorbers. 4. Check the wiring for any frayed wires or loose connections. 5.
TQi ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE Your Traxxas transmitter has a programmable Multi-Function knob that can be set to control various advanced transmitter functions (set to Steering Sensitivity by default, see page 16). Accessing the programming menu is done by using the menu and set buttons on the transmitter and observing signals from the LED. An explanation of the menu structure follows on page 31. Experiment with the settings and features to see if they can improve your driving experience.
TQi ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE Failsafe Your Traxxas radio system is equipped with a built-in failsafe function that returns the throttle to its last saved neutral position in the event of a signal loss. The LED on the transmitter and on the receiver will rapidly flash red. In order to re-acquire the signal after the failsafe has activated, you will need to walk a longer distance closer to the model than the distance the model travelled out of range.
TQi ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE Press MENU to move through options. Press SET to select an option. MENU TREE The Menu Tree below shows how to navigate through the TQi transmitter’s various settings and functions. Press and hold MENU to enter the Menu Tree, and use the following commands to navigate through the menu and select options. MENU: When you enter a menu, you always start at the top. Press MENU to move down the Menu Tree.
x8 Set Multi-Function knob for STEERING SENSITIVITY (Expo) Press/hold MENU green LED blinks Press SET red LED blinks Press SET to confirm green LED blinks (x8) Set Multi-Function knob for THROTTLE SENSITIVITY (Expo) Press/hold MENU green LED blinks Press SET red LED blinks Press MENU to confirm red LED blinks (x2) x2 x3 Set Multi-Function knob for STEERING DUAL-RATE (%) Press/hold MENU green LED blinks Press SET red LED blinks Press MENU twice red LED blinks (x3) Set Multi-Function knob for B
TQi ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE PROGRAMMING YOUR TQi TRANSMITTER WITH YOUR APPLE iPHONE OR iPOD TOUCH The Traxxas Docking Base (Part #6510 - sold separately) for the TQi transmitter installs in minutes to transform your iPhone® or iPod touch® into a powerful tuning tool that allows you to replace the transmitter’s button/LED programming system with an intuitive, high-definition, fullcolor graphical user interface.
owner’s manual MODEL 5607L MODEL 5607 1100 Klein Road, Plano Texas 75074 1-888-TRAXXAS 130301 5607OM-LN-EN-R01
