Traxxas Spartan Owner's Manual

MODEL 5708owner’s manual

10 • SPARTANYour model is equipped with the newest Traxxas 2.4 GHz transmitter with Traxxas Link.™ The transmitter has two channels for controlling yo

SPARTAN • 11TQ 2.4GHz RADIO AND VELINEON POWER SYSTEMINSTALLING TRANSMITTER BATTERIESYour TQ transmitter uses 4 AA batteries. The battery compartment

12 • SPARTANINSTALLING THE BATTERY PACKSpartan uses hook-and-loop straps to secure the batteries. To install the batteries, simply loosen the straps,

SPARTAN • 13TQ 2.4GHz RADIO AND VELINEON POWER SYSTEMTQ RADIO SYSTEM RULES Always turn your TQ 2.4GHz transmitter on first and off last. This procedu

14 • SPARTANTQ 2.4GHz RADIO AND VELINEON POWER SYSTEM5, 6USING THE TQ 2.4GHZ RADIO SYSTEMThe TQ 2.4GHz Radio System has been pre-adjusted at the facto

SPARTAN • 15TQ 2.4GHz RADIO AND VELINEON POWER SYSTEMSteering Sensitivity (Exponential)The Multi-Function knob on the TQ2.4GHz transmitter has been pr

16 • SPARTANThe VXL-6s Marine speed control is factory set and should not require any adjustments. These instructions are provided for your reference.

SPARTAN • 175. Return the trigger to neutral and allow the prop to stop. Note that there is no programmed delay when changing from reverse to forward.

18 • SPARTAN7Caution! If your model suddenly stops running or runs very slowly, release the throttle immediately! Refer to Troubleshooting on page 23

SPARTAN • 19Adjusting the Trim TabsSpartan features stainless-steel trim tabs to help set the angle of the boat’s hull as it rides in the water. Setti

2 • SPARTAN3 BEFORE YOU PROCEED3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS5 TOOLS, SUPPLIES AND REQUIRED EQUIPMENT6 ANATOMY OF THE SPARTAN7 QUICK START: GETTING UP TO S

20 • SPARTANRudder Angle Adjustment ScrewsStock Position 0° (Parallel to back of boat)2°-3°Adjusting the Rudder AngleSpartan features an adjustable ru

SPARTAN • 21MAINTAINING YOUR MODELYour model requires maintenance in order to stay in top running condition. The following procedures should be taken

22 • SPARTANRadio Tray RemovalSpartan’s unique power module allows you to easily remove the motor, drive system, and electronics as a unit for easy ac

SPARTAN • 23TROUBLESHOOTINGThe following section addresses some very basic questions you may have about your model. If you can’t find a solution here,

24 • SPARTANYour Traxxas transmitter has a programmable Multi-Function knob that can be set to control various advanced transmitter functions (set to

SPARTAN • 25TQ 2.4GHz ADVANCED TUNING GUIDEModel LockThe Traxxas Link feature can store up to twenty models (receivers) in its memory. If you bind a t

26 • SPARTANPress MENU to move through options. Press SET to select an option.Press MENU to move through options. Press SET to select an option.Press

SPARTAN • 27TQ 2.4GHz ADVANCED TUNING GUIDESet Multi-Function knob for STEERING SENSITIVITY (Expo) Press/hold MENU green LED blinks Press SET red LED

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SPARTAN • 3BEFORE YOU PROCEEDCarefully read and follow all instructions in this and any accompanying materials to prevent serious damage to your mode

4 • SPARTANAll instructions and precautions outlined in this manual should be strictly followed to ensure safe operation of your model.SAFETY PRECAUTI

SPARTAN • 5Boat Stand AssemblyTOOLS, SUPPLIES AND REQUIRED EQUIPMENTYour model comes with a set of specialty metric tools. You’ll need to purchase oth

6 • SPARTANANATOMY OF THE SPARTANTurn FinTurn FinTrim TabTrim TabStuffing Tube SealDrive StrutDrive DogRudderSupportRudder SupportSteering LinkagePrope

SPARTAN • 7QUICK START: GETTING UP TO SPEEDThe following guide is an overview of the procedures for getting your model running. Look for the Quick Sta

8 • SPARTANTRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEMINTRODUCTIONYour model includes the latest Traxxas TQ 2.4GHz transmitter with Traxxas Li

SPARTAN • 9TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEMTRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM500 charge cycles. A peak charger des