Required Equipment; Transmitter Controls - Traxxas Blast 38104-1 Instructions D'utilisation

Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Traxxas Blast high-performance racing boat.
This manual contains the instructions you'll need to operate and maintain
your new Blast. Look over the manual and examine the Blast carefully
before running it. If for some reason you think the Blast is not what you
wanted, then do not continue any further. Your hobby dealer absolutely
cannot accept a Blast for return or exchange after it has been run.
Please read all of the operating instructions and precautions before
attempting to drive your new Blast. These instructions are written with
the assumption that this is your first radio controlled model. Even if
you are an experienced R/C enthusiast, it is important for you to
read and follow the procedures in this manual. Pay special attention
to the mechanical and safety precautions outlined in this manual.
If you have any questions about your new model, then call Traxxas'
technical support line at 1-888-TRAXXAS (1-888-872-9927, U.S.
residents only. Outside the U.S., call 972-549-3000). Technical support
is available Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 9:00pm central
time. We hope that you will enjoy your Blast for many hours to come.

Required Equipment

To operate the Blast, you will need four (4) "AA" size batteries for your
transmitter.
Where to Run
Select a body of water (must be at least 10 inches deep) that is calm
and free of debris, tree stumps, moss, etc. Also, find a clean, stable
area of shoreline for launching. Be aware that some ponds restrict the
use of model boats. Always choose a launch site which is downwind
so that the wind and waves will drift the boat back to you if it should
ever flip over. Do not run the Blast in salt water.
Preparing to Run
Charging your battery pack
The Traxxas Battery Charger is a fully featured NiMH (Nickle Metal Hydride)
charger. It features 4-amp charge current for fast charging and advanced
peak detection to optimize every charge. Take this compact charger with
you wherever you want to have radio controlled fun!
Note: This charger is designed for use only with Traxxas NiMH batteries
with iD. Legacy Traxxas High-Current Connectors are not compatible
with this charger. DO NOT try to force legacy connectors into the charge
connector. Do not charge batteries inside of an automobile. Read the
Safety Precautions section of this guide.
1. Plug the charger into a
12-volt automotive auxiliary
power socket. The charger
is compatible with 12-volt
automotive auxiliary power
sockets only. The LED on
the charger will glow red to
indicate it is ready to charge
a battery.
2. Connect the battery to
begin charging. Plug the
battery into the charger.
The charger's LED will
flash green, indicating that
charging has begun. The
flashing green LED on the
charger indicates the
charge progress.
3. Disconnect the battery
when charging is complete.
The Traxxas 4-amp DC
charger uses sophisticated
voltage-detection circuitry
to monitor the battery and
automatically stop charging
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Solid Red LED
Disconnected
2
Flashing Green LED
Connected
3
Solid Green LED
Charged
when the pack has reached
maximum capacity. When
the battery is fully charged,
the LED will light solid green.
The battery will be warm
in your hand. Disconnect
the battery.
LED INDICATION
Solid Red LED
Slowly Flashing Green LED
Solid Green LED
Flashing Red LED
Note: If there is a problem with the battery, such as a short circuit, the charger's LED will flash red.
Disconnect the battery and unplug the charger from its power source to clear the error. Determine the
cause of the error before continuing.
Installing Transmitter Batteries
The transmitter requires 4 AA
alkaline or rechargeable batteries
(not included).
Opening the Hatch
The top hatch is held secure
with a rubber band. To open
the top hatch, pull it up and
rotate it. This will provide access to the battery compartment and
on/off switch. For full access to the radio compartment, unhook the
rubber band from the top hatch.
Setting Up the Antenna
1. Slide the antenna wire
into the bottom of the
antenna tube until
the white tip of the
antenna is at the top
of the tube under the
black cap.
2. Insert the base of the
Correct
tube into the antenna
post. Take care not to crimp the antenna wire.
3. 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.
Installing the Battery Pack
The included battery installs in the bow (front) of the boat. Remove
the foam block and slide the battery pack into the battery tray. Slide
the foam block back into place to secure the battery. The Blast is not
designed to use 7-cell (8.4 volt) battery packs.

Transmitter Controls

CHARGE PROGRESS
1 green flash 0 - 25% charged
2 green flashes 25% - 50% charged
3 green flashes 50% - 75% charged
4 green flashes 75% or more charged
Solid green LED 100% charged
MEANING
Ready for Charging
Charging (see Charge Progress chart)
Battery Fully Charged
Charger error
No No No No
Neutral
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