HORIZON Axial Deadbolt 1-24 Scale Electric 4WD Ready to Run Instruction Manual

DEADBOLT™
1-24 Scale Electric 4WD Ready to Run
AXI90081 T1/T2
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

NOTICE
All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, LLC. For up-to-date product literature, visit horizonhobby.com or towerhobbies.com and click on the support tab for this product.

MEANING OF SPECIAL LANGUAGE

The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product:
WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage, and serious injury OR create a high probability of superficial injury.
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of serious injury.
NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND a little or no possibility of injury.
WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product, personal property and cause serious injury. This is a sophisticated hobby product. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this Product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property. This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. Do not use incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions provided by Horizon Hobby, LLC. This manual contains instructions for safety, operation, and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury. Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS

As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for operating in a manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in damage to the product or property of others. This model is controlled by a radio signal subject to interference from many sources outside your control. This interference can cause momentary loss of control, so it is advisable to always keep a safe distance in all directions around your model as this margin will help avoid collisions or injury.

• Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.
• Always operate your model in open spaces away from full-size vehicles, traffic, and people.
• Never operate the model in the street or in populated areas for any reason.
• Carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional support equipment (chargers, rechargeable battery packs, etc.) you use.
• Keep all chemicals, small parts, and anything electrical out of the reach of children.
• Never lick or place any portion of the model in your mouth as it could cause serious injury or even death.
• Exercise caution when using tools and sharp instruments.
• Take care during maintenance as some parts may have sharp edges.
• Immediately after using your model, do NOT touch equipment such as the motor, electronic speed control, and battery, because they generate high temperatures. You may burn yourself seriously touching them.
• Do not put fingers or any objects inside rotating and moving parts, as this may cause damage or serious injury.
• Always turn on your transmitter before you turn on the receiver in the car. Always turn off the receiver before turning your transmitter off.
• Keep the wheels of the model off the ground when checking the operation of the radio equipment.

WATER-RESISTANT VEHICLE WITH WATERPROOF ELECTRONICS

Your new Horizon Hobby vehicle has been designed and built with a combination of waterproof and water-resistant components to allow you to operate the product in many “wet conditions,” including puddles, creeks, wet grass, snow, and even rain. While the entire vehicle is highly water-resistant, it is not completely waterproof and your vehicle should NOT be treated like a submarine. The various electronic components used in the vehicle, such as the Electronic Speed Control (ESC), servo(s), and receiver are waterproof, however, most of the mechanical components are water-resistant and should not be submerged. Metal parts, including the bearings, hinge pins, screws, and nuts, as well as the contacts in the electrical cables, will be susceptible to corrosion if additional maintenance is not performed after running in wet conditions. To maximize the long-term performance of your vehicle and to keep the warranty intact, the procedures described in the “Wet Conditions Maintenance” section below must be performed regularly if you choose to run in wet conditions. If you are not willing to perform the additional care and maintenance required, then you should not operate the vehicle in those conditions.
CAUTION: Failure to exercise caution while using this product and complying with the following precautions could result in product malfunction and/or void the warranty.

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

• Read through the wet conditions maintenance procedures and make sure that you have all the tools you will need to properly maintain your vehicle.
• Not all batteries can be used in wet conditions. Consult the battery manufacturer before use. Caution should be taken when using Li-Po batteries in wet conditions.
• Most transmitters are not water-resistant. Consult your transmitter’s manual or the manufacturer before operation.
• Never operate your transmitter or vehicle where lightning may be present.
• Do not operate your vehicle where it could come in contact with salt water (ocean water or water on salt-covered roads), contaminated or polluted water. Saltwater is very conductive and highly corrosive, so use caution.
• Even minimal water contact can reduce the life of your motor if it has not been certified as water-resistant or waterproof. If the motor becomes excessively wet, apply a very light throttle until the water is mostly removed from the motor. Running a wet motor at high speeds may rapidly damage the motor.
• Driving in wet conditions can reduce the life of the motor. The additional resistance of operating in water causes excess strain. Alter the gear ratio by using a smaller pinion or larger spur gear. This will increase torque (and motor life) when running in mud, deeper puddles, or any wet conditions that will increase the load on the motor for an extended period of time.

WET CONDITIONS MAINTENANCE

• Drain any water that has collected in the tires by spinning them at high speed. With the body removed, place the vehicle upside down and pull full throttle for a few short bursts until the water has been removed.

CAUTION: Always keep hands, fingers, tools, and any loose or hanging objects away from rotating parts when performing the above drying technique.

• Remove the battery pack(s) and dry the contacts. If you have an air compressor or a can of compressed air, blow out any water that may be inside the recessed connector housing.
• Remove the tires/wheels from the vehicle and gently rinse the mud and dirt off with a garden hose. Avoid rinsing the bearings and transmission.

NOTICE: Never use a pressure washer to clean your vehicle.

• Use an air compressor or a can of compressed air to dry the vehicle and help remove any water that may have gotten into small crevices or corners.
• Spray the bearings, drive train, fasteners, and other metal parts with a water-displacing light oil. Do not spray the motor.
• Let the vehicle air dry before you store it. Water (and oil) may continue to drip for a few hours.
• Increase the frequency of disassembly, inspection, and lubrication of the following:
• Front and rear axle hub assembly bearings.
• All transmission cases, gears, and differentials.
• Motor–clean with an aerosol motor cleaner and re-oil the bushings with lightweight motor oil.

BOX CONTENTS

INCLUDED COMPONENTS

Vehicle| SCX Deadbolt 1:24 Scaler 4WD RTR (AXI90081)
Transmitter| AX-4 2.4 GHz 3 channel (AXI31618)
Charger| USB LiPo Charger (DYNC1063)
Vehicle Battery| 7.4V, 350mAh, 2S LiPo (DYNB0012)
Motor| SCX24 030-Motor with Pinion (DYNS1217)
ESC/Receiver| AE-6 ESC/Rx with forwarding and Reverse (AXI31620)
Servo| AS-1 Micro Servo (AXI31619)
Transmitter Batteries| (4) AA Alkaline

SPECIFICATIONS

Length| 7.9” (200mm)
Width| 3.85” (98mm)
Height| 4.75” (120.7mm)
Operating Weight| 5.6 oz (160g)

USB CHARGING WARNINGS

WARNING: Failure to exercise caution while using this product and comply with the following warnings could result in a product malfunction, electrical issues, excessive heat, FIRE, and ultimately injury and property damage.

• NEVER LEAVE CHARGING BATTERIES UNATTENDED.
• NEVER CHARGE BATTERIES OVERNIGHT.
• Never attempt to charge dead, damaged, or wet battery packs.
• Never attempt to charge a battery pack containing different types of batteries.
• Never allow children under 14 years of age to charge battery packs.
• Never charge batteries in extremely hot or cold places or place in direct sunlight.
• Never charge a battery if the cable has been pinched or shorted.
• Never connect the charger if the power cable has been pinched or shorted.
• Never attempt to dismantle the charger or use a damaged charger.
• Always use only rechargeable batteries designed for use with this type of charger.
• Always inspect the battery before charging.
• Always keep the battery away from any material that could be affected by heat.
• Always monitor the charging area and have a fire extinguisher available at all times.
• Always end the charging process if the battery becomes hot to the touch or starts to change form (swell) during the charging process.
• Always connect the positive leads (+) and negative leads (-­) correctly.
• Always disconnect the battery after charging, and let the charger cool between charges.
• Always charge in a well-ventilated area.
• Always terminate all processes and contact Horizon Hobby if the product malfunctions.
• Charge only rechargeable batteries. Charging non-rechargeable batteries may cause the batteries to burst, resulting in injury to persons and/or damage to property.
• The USB outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

CAUTION: Always ensure the battery you are charging meets the specifications of this charger. Not doing so can result in excessive heat and other related product malfunctions, which can lead to user injury or property damage. Please contact Horizon Hobby or an authorized retailer with compatibility questions.
CAUTION: If at any time during the charging process the battery pack becomes hot or begins to puff, disconnect the battery immediately and discontinue the charging process as batteries can cause fire, collateral damage, and injuries.

CHARGE THE VEHICLE BATTERY

Use only the included USB charger to charge the battery.

1. Connect the charger to a suitable USB power port. The charger will work with most 5V mobile power sources or smartphone chargers with at least 1 amp of power output.
   NOTICE: Charging the battery with a USB power port with less than 1 amp of power output can produce heat.

2. Connect the charge lead to the battery, noting correct polarity. Charging a fully discharged battery takes approximately 45­60 minutes. Charge times may vary depending on the power source.

3. Remove the battery from the charger when the charging cycle is complete.

4. Remove the charger from the power supply.

CAUTION: Once charging is complete, immediately remove the battery. Never leave a battery connected to the charger.
CHARGER LED INDICATIONS
RED, solid = Charging
RED, solid; GREEN, flashing = Stand by
GREEN, solid = Charging complete

TRANSMITTER LAYOUT

Use the diagram below to familiarize yourself with the different parts of your transmitter. The transmitter antenna is mounted internally and is located in the front portion of the transmitter. When you are driving your model, hold the transmitter so it is oriented as close to vertical as possible. Do not try to follow your model with the transmitter. This provides the best RF signal between the transmitter and the receiver. Do not cover the front of the transmitter during use as doing so can block the RF signal, resulting in loss of control.

INSTALL THE TRANSMITTER BATTERIES

1. Press the battery compartment latch and rotate the battery cover to open.
2. Install 4 AA alkaline batteries (or Ni-Cd or Ni-MH), verifying correct polarity.
3. Close the battery cover until it latches.

CAUTION: NEVER remove the transmitter batteries while the vehicle is powered ON. Loss of vehicle control, damage, or injury may occur.
CAUTION: If using rechargeable batteries, charge only rechargeable batteries. Charging non-rechargeable batteries may cause the batteries to burst, resulting in injury or property damage.
CAUTION: Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to state and local laws.

REMOVE THE VEHICLE BODY

INSTALL THE VEHICLE BATTERY

POWER ON THE TRANSMITTER

POWER ON THE VEHICLE

TEST THE CONTROLS

With the vehicle wheels off the ground, test the throttle and steering controls. Ensure the wheels spin in the proper direction and the front wheels turn in the proper direction with steering input.
After checking for proper direction of controls, start driving slowly. If the vehicle does not go straight without steering input, adjust the steering trim dial on the transmitter until the vehicle holds a straight line with no steering input..
Have FUN driving your vehicle!

AFTER DRIVING

When you are finished driving your vehicle:

1. Power of the vehicle.
2. Power off the transmitter.
3. Remove the vehicle battery and charge if necessary.

BINDING THE TRANSMITTER AND RECEIVER

Binding is the process of programming the receiver to recognize a specific transmitter signal, thus preventing interference from other transmitters. The transmitter and receiver included with your vehicle are bound at the factory. If you need to rebind, follow the instructions below.
NOTICE: Do not attempt to bind the transmitter and reciever if any other compatible transmitters are in bind mode within approximately 400 feet (120 meters). Doing so may result in unexpected binding to the wrong transmitter and loss of control of your vehicle.
Prior to starting the binding procedure, ensure the servos and motor are connected to the proper ports on the receiver and the transmitter has fresh batteries installed.

1. Power on the transmitter while pressing the BIND button. The transmitter LED will flash.
2. Power on the receiver. The receiver LED will flash rapidly.
3. When the LED glows solid, binding is complete.

The receiver LED will glow solid when both the transmitter and receiver are powered on. If the receiver LED flashes rapidly or is not illuminated, the transmitter and receiver are not bound. Power off both the transmitter and receiver and repeat the binding procedure.

TROUBLESHOOTING

completely
Loss of vehicle control| Improper antenna placement| Ensure the transmitter antenna is not blocked and the receiver antenna is located properly
Weak or no batteries in the transmitter or vehicle| Install a freshly charged vehicle battery and new transmitter batteries
The neutral or trim position is incorrect| Adjust the steering trim
Receiver and/or battery not connected properly| Check all receiver and battery connections
Steering and/or throttle function is reversed| Servo travel is reversed at the transmitter| Set the transmitter servo reversing switch to the correct position
Motor wires are not connected properly| Check all motor wires for correct polarity and secure connection

PARTS LIST

LIMITED WARRANTY

What this Warranty Covers
Horizon Hobby, LLC, (Horizon) warrants to the original purchaser that the product purchased (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 2 years from the date of purchase.
What has Not Covered
This warranty is not transferable and does not cover (i) cosmetic damage, (ii) damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial use, or due to improper use, installation, operation, or maintenance, (iii) modification of or to any part of the Product, (iv) attempted service by anyone other than a Horizon Hobby authorized service center, (v) Product not purchased from an authorized Horizon dealer, or (vi) Product not compliant with applicable technical regulations or (vii) use that violates any applicable laws, rules, or regulations.
OTHER THAN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY ABOVE, HORIZON MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION AND HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY, AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY ALONE HAVE DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCT WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE PURCHASER’S INTENDED USE.
Purchaser’s Remedy
Horizon’s sole obligation and purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be that Horizon will, at its option, either (i) service, or (ii) replace, any Product determined by Horizon to be defective. Horizon reserves the right to inspect any and all Product(s) involved in a warranty claim. Service or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon. Proof of purchase is required for all warranty claims. SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE PURCHASER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.

Limitation of Liability
HORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS OR PRODUCTION OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY, EVEN IF HORIZON HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Further, in no event shall the liability of Horizon exceed the individual price of the Product on which liability is asserted. As Horizon has no control over use, setup, final assembly, modification or misuse, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any resulting damage or injury. By the act of use, setup or assembly, the user accepts all resulting liability. If you as the purchaser or user are not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of the Product, the purchaser is advised to return the Product immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase.
Law
These terms are governed by Illinois law (without regard to conflict of law principles). This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Horizon reserves the right to change or modify this warranty at any time without notice.

WARRANTY SERVICES

Questions, Assistance, and Services
Your local hobby store and/or place of purchase cannot provide warranty support or service. Once assembly, setup, or use of the Product has been started, you must contact your local distributor or Horizon directly. This will enable Horizon to better answer your questions and service you in the event that you may need any assistance. For questions or assistance, please visit our website at www.horizonhobby.com, submit a Product Support Inquiry, or call the toll-free telephone number referenced in the Warranty and Service Contact Information section to speak with a Product Support representative.
Inspection or Services If this Product needs to be inspected or serviced and is compliant in the country you live and use the Product in, please use the Horizon Online Service Request submission process found on our website or call Horizon to obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. Pack the Product securely using a shipping carton. Please note that original boxes may be included, but are not designed to withstand the rigors of shipping without additional protection. Ship via a carrier that provides tracking and insurance for lost or damaged parcels, as Horizon is not responsible for merchandise until it arrives and is accepted at our facility. An Online Service Request is available at http://www.horizonhobby.com/content/service-center-render- service-center. If you do not have internet access, please contact Horizon Product Support to obtain an RMA number along with instructions for submitting your product for service. When calling Horizon, you will be asked to provide your complete name, street address, email address, and phone number where you can be reached during business hours. When sending products into Horizon, please include your RMA number, a list of the included items, and a brief summary of the problem. A copy of your original sales receipt must be included for warranty consideration. Be sure your name, address, and RMA number are clearly written on the outside of the shipping carton.
NOTICE: Do not ship Li-Po batteries to Horizon. If you have any issues with a Li-Po battery, please contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support office.
Warranty Requirements For Warranty consideration, you must include your original sales receipt verifying the proof-of-purchase date. Provided warranty conditions have been met, your Product will be serviced or replaced free of charge. Service or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon.
Non-Warranty Service Should your service not be covered by warranty, service will be completed and payment will be required without notification or estimate of the expense unless the expense exceeds 50% of the retail purchase cost. By submitting the item for service you are agreeing to payment of the service without notification. Service estimates are available upon request. You must include this request with your item submitted for service. Non- warranty service estimates will be billed a minimum of 1/2 hour of labor. In addition, you will be billed for return freight. Horizon accepts money orders and cashier’s checks, as well as Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover cards. By submitting any item to Horizon for service, you are agreeing to Horizon’s Terms and Conditions found on our website http://www.horizonhobby.com/content/service-center-render-service-center.
ATTENTION: Horizon service is limited to Product compliant in the country of use and ownership. If received, a non-compliant Product will not be serviced. Further, the sender will be responsible for arranging return shipment of the un-serviced Product, through a carrier of the sender’s choice and at the sender’s expense. Horizon will hold non-compliant Products for a period of 60 days from notification, after which they will be discarded.

WARRANTY AND SERVICE CONTACT INFORMATION

Country of
Purchase| Horizon Hobby| Contact Information| Address
---|---|---|---
United States of America| Horizon Service Center (Repairs and Repair Requests)| servicecenter.horizonhobby.com/RequestForm/| 2904 Research Rd Champaign, IL 61822
Horizon Product Support (Product Technical Assistance)| productsupport@horizonhobby.com
877-504-0233
Sales| websales@horizonhobby.com
800-338-4639
European Union| Horizon Technischer Service| service@horizonhobby.eu| Hanskampring 9
D 22885 Barsbiittel, Germany
Sales: Horizon Hobby GmbH| +49 (0) 4121 2655 100

FCC INFORMATION

FCC ID: XJ6MT203-1
This equipment complies with FCC and IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and/or antenna and your body (excluding fingers, hands, wrists, ankles and feet). This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity
Axial SCX24 Deadbolt 1/24 Scale Electric 4WD RTR (AXI90081)
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Horizon Hobby, LLC
2904 Research Road,
Champaign, IL 61822
Email: compliance@horizonhobby.com
Web: HorizonHobby.com

IC INFORMATION

IC: 8786A-VKMT203 CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/ receivers(s) that comply with Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following 2 conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

COMPLIANCE INFORMATION FOR THE EUROPEAN UNION

EU Compliance Statement: Axial SCX24 Deadbolt 1/24 Scale Electric 4WD RTR (AXI90081);
Hereby, Horizon Hobby, LLC declares that the device is in compliance with the following: EU Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU; EU EMC Directive 2014/30/EU; EU Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU; RoHS 2 Directive 2011/65/EU; RoHS 3 Directive – Amending 2011/65/EU Annex II 2015/863.
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address:
https://www.horizonhobby.com/content/support-render-compliance.
NOTE: This product contains batteries that are covered under the 2006/66/EC European Directive, which cannot be disposed of with normal household waste. Please follow local regulations.
Wireless Frequency Range and Wireless Output Power Transmitter
2405-2450MHz
15.26dBm
EU Manufacturer of Record:
Horizon Hobby, LLC
2904 Research Road
Champaign, IL 61822 USA
EU Importer of Record:
Horizon Hobby, GmbH
Hanskampring 9
22885 Barsbüttel Germany
WEEE NOTICE:
This appliance is labeled in accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU concerning waste of electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This label indicates that this product should not be disposed of with household waste. It should be deposited at an appropriate facility to enable recovery and recycling.

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EXPLODED VIEWS

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SCX24 Shock Set (assembled)

AXI31611
SCX24 Driveshaft Set (short, medium, long)

AXI31608
SCX24 Transmission (assembled)

AXI31610
SCX24 Rear Axle (assembled)

AXI31609
SCX24 Front Axle (assembled)

AXI31613
SCX24 Suspension Links (short, medium, long)
AXI31614
SCX24 Chassis Set
AXI31608
SCX24 Deadbolt Body Set (clear and cut)

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