Page 2 - • S L A S H 4 x 4; INTRODUCTION; Brushless Power System. The Velineon Power System; Traxxas Support; TABLE OF CONTENTS
2 • S L A S H 4 x 4 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Slash 4X4 equipped with the Velineon ® Brushless Power System. The Velineon Power System lets you experience the best that brushless motor technology has to offer. Incredible speed, efficient operation, long run times, and low-maintenance...
Page 3 - S L A S H 4 x 4 • 3; BEFORE YOU PROCEED; Your hobby; Refers you to a page with a related topic.; SUPPORT; SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; Important Points to Remember
S L A S H 4 x 4 • 3 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 e...
Page 4 - • S L A S H 4 x 4; • Always adhere to the minimum and maximum limitations of the speed; LiPo Batteries; LiPo batteries are; Traxxas does not recommend that anyone under the; Be; TERMS OF USE; - The buyer assumes all risk associated with using this; Your retailer absolutely cannot accept product for return or
4 • S L A S H 4 x 4 • Use the Factory-Installed Stock Connectors: Do not change the battery and motor connectors. Improper wiring can cause fire or damage to the ESC. Please note that modified speed controls can be subject to a rewiring fee when returned for service. • No Reverse Voltage: The ESC is...
Page 5 - S L A S H 4 x 4 • 5; Charging and Handling Precautions/Warnings
S L A S H 4 x 4 • 5 Never charge LiPo battery packs in series or parallel with this charger. Charging packs in series or parallel may result in improper charger cell recognition and an improper charging rate that may lead to overcharging, cell imbalance, cell damage, and fire. • ALWAYS inspect your ...
Page 6 - • S L A S H 4 x 4; Recommended Equipment; Use the Right; Supplied Tools and Equipment
6 • S L A S H 4 x 4 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) • Hobby knife• Side cutters and/or needle nose pliers • Phillips s...
Page 7 - ANATOMY OF THE SLASH 4X4
SLASH 4x4 • 7 Motor Spur Gear Pinion Gear Rear Bumper Slipper Clutch Electronic Speed Control Battery Compartment LED Light Pipe Battery Hold-Down Caster Block Steering Block Battery Receiver Box Antenna Mount Front Suspension Arm Front Bumper Steering Servo Shock Toe Link Front Camber Link Rear Cam...
Page 8 - • S L A S H 4 x 4; QUICK START: GETTING UP TO SPEED; Make sure the steering servo is working correctly.
8 • S L A S H 4 x 4 QUICK START: GETTING UP TO SPEED 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. Read the safety precautions on page 3 6. Check servo operation • See page 15 For your...
Page 9 - TRAXXAS TQ
S L A S H 4 x 4 • 9 8 Applying the Decals The main decals for your model have been applied at the factory. Additional decals are printed on self-adhesive clear mylar and are die-cut for easy removal. Use a hobby knife to lift the corner of a decal and lift it from the backing. To apply the decals, p...
Page 10 - IMPORTANT RADIO SYSTEM PRECAUTIONS; Correct
10 • S L A S H 4 x 4 TRAXXAS TQ i RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM batteries offer high current handling and much greater resistance to the “memory” effect. NiMH batteries generally allow higher capacity than NiCad batteries. They can last up to 500 charge cycles. A peak charger designed for NiMH b...
Page 11 - Your model is equipped with the newest TQi 2.4GHz transmitter; MODEL WIRING DIAGRAM; to Motor; VXL-3s ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL; TRANSMITTER AND RECEIVER; ESC/Motor Wiring Diagram; Sensorless brushless
S L A S H 4 x 4 • 11 TRAXXAS TQ i RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM 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 m...
Page 12 - It is; Use the Right Batteries
12 • S L A S H 4 x 4 2, 3 INSTALLING TRANSMITTER BATTERIES Your TQi transmitter uses 4 AA batteries. The battery compartment is located in the base of the transmitter. 1. Remove the battery compartment door by pressing the tab and sliding the door open. 2. Install the batteries in the correct orient...
Page 13 - INSTALLING THE; Using a Different Battery Configurati; on; Note; in the front of the battery compartment.; NiMH stick pack setup; Using Other Batteries; Your model is equipped with a state of the art, high-; T r a x x a s . c o m / p o w e r c e l l; • Height with stock strap:
S L A S H 4 x 4 • 13 TRAXXAS TQ i RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM 4 INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK Install the battery pack with the battery wires facing the rear of the model. Insert the tabs of the battery hold-down into the slots in the rear hold-down retainer and then place the battery hold-down ...
Page 14 - RADIO SYSTEM RULES; • Always use new or freshly charged batteries for the radio system.; RADIO SYSTEM BASIC ADJUSTMENTS; Throttle Neutral Adjustment; : Allows equal travel for both acceleration and reverse.; You will need to reprogram your electronic speed control; Turn to ESC Setup Programming on; Steering Trim; RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS; Forward
14 • S L A S H 4 x 4 TRAXXAS TQ i RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM Remember, always turn the TQi transmitter on first and off last to avoid damage to your model. Automatic Fail-Safe The TQi transmitter and receiver are equipped with an automatic fail-safe system that does not require user programmi...
Page 15 - USING THE RADIO SYSTEM
S L A S H 4 x 4 • 15 TRAXXAS TQ i RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM 6, 7 Using Reverse: While driving, push the throttle trigger forward to apply brakes. Once stopped, return the throttle trigger to neutral. Push the throttle trigger forward again to engage proportional reverse. USING THE RADIO SYST...
Page 16 - Press and hold the receiver’s LINK button as you switch on; Decreased Steering Sensitivity (Negative Exponential); SETTING UP THE ANTENNA; Do not bend
16 • S L A S H 4 x 4 TRAXXAS TQ i RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM 2. Press and hold the receiver’s LINK button as you switch on the speed control (by pressing the EZ-Set button). Release the LINK button. 3. When the transmitter and receiver’s LEDs turn solid green, the system is bound and ready fo...
Page 17 - ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL; Never use LiPo batteries while Low-Voltage Detection is disabled.; When the LED blinks RED ONCE, pull the throttle trigger
S L A S H 4 x 4 • 17 VXL-3s Specifications Input voltage: 4.8-11.1V (4 to 9 cells NiMH or 2S to 3S LiPo) Supported Motors: Brushless Motor limit: None Continuous current: 200A Peak current : 320A BEC voltage: 6.0V DC Transistor type: MOSFET Battery connector: Traxxas High-Current Connector Motor con...
Page 18 - Tip For Fast Mode Changes
18 • S L A S H 4 x 4 ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL Patent-Pending Training Mode (Profile #3) reduces forward and reverse throttle by 50%. Training Mode is provided to reduce the power output, allowing beginning drivers to better control the model. As driving skills improve, simply change to...
Page 19 - RUNNING IN WET CONDITIONS; DRIVING YOUR MODEL
S L A S H 4 x 4 • 19 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 whe...
Page 21 - Velineon motor; RECEIVER BOX: MAINTAINING A WATERTIGHT SEAL; Removing and Installing Radio Gear
S L A S H 4 x 4 • 21 • Velineon motor : After operating your model in wet or muddy conditions, remove the motor and clean any mud or dirt from the bearings. To access the rear bearing, remove the plastic cap with thumb pressure, or gently pry the cap off with a flat-blade screwdriver. To prevent cor...
Page 22 - BASIC TUNING ADJUSTMENTS; Camber; -degrees negative camber each side
22 • S L A S H 4 x 4 Once you become familiar with driving your model, you might need to make adjustments for better driving performance Adjusting Gear Mesh Incorrect gear mesh is the most common cause of stripped spur gears. Gear mesh should be checked and adjusted anytime a gear is replaced. Acces...
Page 23 - Turn the transmitter power switch on. Make certain the; Adjusting the Slipper Clutch
S L A S H 4 x 4 • 23 3 on the rear suspension arms). If you plan on driving on hard surfaces, the following changes should be made:1. Move the front shocks to position 3 on the suspension arms. 2. Move the rear shocks to position 4 or 5 on the suspension arms. 3. Add a 4mm preload spacer to the fron...
Page 24 - MAINTAINING YOUR MODEL; The following procedures should be taken very seriously.
24 • S L A S H 4 x 4 MAINTAINING YOUR MODEL Your model requires timely maintenance in order to stay in top running condition. The following procedures should be taken very seriously. Frequently inspect the vehicle for obvious damage or wear. Look for: 1. Cracked, bent, or damaged parts 2. Check the ...
Page 25 - ADVANCED TUNING ADJUSTMENTS; CAMBER GAIN; • Front Camber Gain; ROLL CENTER; • Front Roll Center; - “Bump steer” refers to; • Rear Roll Center; Front; Gearing Compatibility Chart:
S L A S H 4 x 4 • 25 ADVANCED TUNING ADJUSTMENTS CAMBER GAIN Slash 4x4 has provisions for adjusting the camber gain geometry of the front and rear suspension. “Camber gain” refers to an increase in camber angle as the suspension is compressed. The camber gain of the vehicle can be changed by moving ...
Page 26 - GEARING; Check and adjust gear mesh if a spur and/or pinion gear is changed.; The included; LIPO BATTERIES; Temperature sensor; Battery; S LiPo
26 • S L A S H 4 x 4 ADVANCED TUNING ADJUSTMENTS GEARING One of the more significant advantages to your model’s transmission is the extremely wide range of available gear ratios. Changing the gearing allows you to fine tune the speed of the model and control the temperatures of the battery pack and ...
Page 27 - TUNING THE SEALED GEAR DIFFERENTIALS; Front Differential Removal
S L A S H 4 x 4 • 27 TUNING THE SEALED GEAR DIFFERENTIALS The action of the Slash 4x4’s front and rear gear differentials can be tuned for different driving conditions and performance requirements without major disassembly or removal of the suspension system. From the factory, the differentials are ...
Page 28 - Refilling the differential:; Rear Differential Removal; Front of Truck
28 • S L A S H 4 x 4 Rear differential: 1. Remove the two 3x20mm button-head screws that secure the top bumper mount to diff case. 2. Turn the chassis over and remove the two 3x12mm countersunk crews that hold the bumper/skid plate to the bulkhead. The two front screws do not need to be removed. 3. ...
Page 29 - counterclockwise to its stop will eliminate all brake action).; TRAXXAS LINK MODEL MEMORY; TQ; Restoring Factory Defaults
S L A S H 4 x 4 • 29 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 an...
Page 30 - Model Lock; locked. Press and hold MENU to return to driving mode.; : To unlock a memory, press SET twice at step 5. The LED will; Failsafe; TRANSMITTER LED CODES
30 • S L A S H 4 x 4 TQ i ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE Model Lock The Traxxas Link Model Memory feature can store up to thirty models (receivers) in its memory. If you bind a thirty-first receiver, Traxxas Link Model Memory will delete the “oldest” receiver from its memory (in other words, the model you us...
Page 31 - Enter Programming; When you enter a menu, you always start at the; MENU TREE; Press MENU twice. The red LED will blink three times repeatedly to
SLASH 4x4 • 31 Press MENU to move through options. Press SET to select an option. Press MENU to move through options. Press SET to select an option. Press SET to select an option. Enter Programming Press and hold MENU for 3 seconds Steering Sensitivity (Expo) One Blink Red 1 Electric One Blink Red 1...
Page 32 - MENU TREE FORMULAS
TQ i ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE Set Multi-Function knob for STEERING SENSITIVITY (Expo) Press/hold MENU green LED blinks Press SET red LED blinks x 8 Press SET to confirm green LED blinks (x8) Press/hold MENU returns to driving mode Set Multi-Function knob for THROTTLE SENSITIVITY (Expo) Press/hold MENU ...
Page 33 - Traxxas Link; Tap and slide to adjust Steering Sensitivity,
S L A S H 4 x 4 • 33 TQ i ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE PROGRAMMING YOUR TQi TRANSMITTER WITH YOUR APPLE iPHONE, iPAD, OR iPOD TOUCH The Traxxas Link Wireless Module (part #6511, sold separately) for the TQi transmitter installs in minutes to transform your Apple® iPhone®, iPad®, or iPod touch® into a power...
