Troubleshooting Guide; Warranty Information - Traxxas XL-5 Mode D'emploi

LED Codes and Protection Modes
• Solid Green: XL-5 power-on light. Low-Voltage Detection is ACTIVATED
(LiPo setting).
• Solid Red: XL-5 power-on light. Low-Voltage Detection is DISABLED
(NiMH setting). Never use LiPo batteries while Low-Voltage Detection
is disabled.
• Fast Blinking Red: The XL-5 is equipped with thermal shutdown
protection to guard against overheating caused by excessive current
flow. If the operating temperature exceeds safe limits, the XL-5 will
automatically shut down. Let the XL-5 cool. Make sure your model is
properly geared for the conditions.
• Slow Blinking Red (when Low-Voltage Detection is activated): The
XL-5 has entered Low-Voltage Protection. When the battery voltage
begins to reach the minimum recommended discharge voltage
threshold for LiPo battery packs, the XL-5 will limit the power output
to 50% throttle. When the battery voltage attempts to fall below the
minimum threshold, the XL-5 will shut down all motor output. The
LED on the speed control will slowly blink red, indicating a low-voltage
shutdown. The XL-5 will stay in this mode until a fully charged battery
is connected.
• Fast Blinking Green: The XL-5's LED will blink fast green if Throttle Neutral
Protection is activated, or if the speed control is not receiving a signal.
Make certain the speed control is properly plugged into the receiver and
the transmitter is switched on. If this does not restore normal operation,
then the XL-5 is indicating the transmitter's Throttle Trim is incorrectly set.
Reset the throttle trim to the "0" position.
Throttle Neutral Protection
The XL-5 speed control features Throttle Neutral Protection. If the
transmitter's throttle trim setting is changed while the speed control is
switched off, Throttle Neutral Protection prevents the speed control from
activating the motor until the throttle trim is corrected. Throttle Neutral
Protection also prevents the model from suddenly accelerating if the speed
control is switched on while the transmitter's trigger is being held. When
the trigger is returned to neutral, the XL-5 will operate properly.

Troubleshooting Guide

This guide describes possible speed control problems, causes, and simple
solutions. Check these items before contacting Traxxas.
Steering channel works, but the motor will not run:
• The motor could be bad or have a damaged brush. Check the motor
and motor connections by supplying power directly to the motor. Note:
Disconnect the motor from the ESC before testing. Remove the pinion
gear from the motor or elevate the driving wheels to avoid a runaway
and damage to the vehicle.
• The speed control has thermally shut down (look for a rapidly blinking red
LED). Allow the speed control to cool down. See the overheating section.
• Make sure the XL-5's power cable is plugged into the throttle channel
of the receiver (Channel 2). Check the operation of the radio system's
throttle channel with a servo.
• Possible internal damage. Return the XL-5 to Traxxas for service.
Motor and steering servo do not work:
• Check the wires, radio system, crystals, battery and motor connectors,
and the battery packs.
• Possible internal damage: return the XL-5 to Traxxas for service.
XL-5 will not go into programming mode:
• Make sure the XL-5 is plugged into Channel 2 (the throttle channel) on
the receiver. If it is plugged into Channel 3 or the battery terminal, it will
not go into programming mode.
• Be sure the XL-5 is turned off before trying to program or select a profile.
• Unplug battery, reconnect, and repeat programming instructions.
Motor runs backwards:
• Motor wired backwards: check the wiring and correct.
• Backwards motor timing: reverse the motor end bell.
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Receiver glitches/throttle stutters during acceleration:
• Motor capacitors broken or missing: check and replace the capacitors.
• The receiver or antenna is too close to power wires or batteries.
• Bad connections: check the wiring and connectors.
• Motor worn: replace the motor.
• Excessive current to the motor: use a milder motor or a smaller pinion gear.
Model runs slowly / slow acceleration:
• Check the motor and battery connectors.
• Check to see if XL-5 is in Profile #3 (50% throttle)
• Bad battery or motor: check the operation with known good batteries
(freshly charged) and motor.
• Incorrect transmitter or speed control adjustment. Reprogram the XL-5.
• Motor is improperly geared: use a milder motor or a smaller pinion gear.
• Check the drive train for binding or restrictions.
XL-5 overheats and shuts down:
• Overloading the motor (running through tall grass, binding in the
drivetrain).
• Insufficient ventilation for the heat sinks. Cut ventilation holes in the
body or relocate the XL-5.
• Motor may exceed maximum specification. The XL-5 is limited to motors
with no fewer than 15-turns (540 size).
• Motor is improperly geared. Use a milder motor or a smaller pinion gear.
• Check the drivetrain for restrictions.
Short run time with NiMH battery, unrelated to overheating:
Make certain Low-Voltage Detection is disabled. Remember to enable
Low-Voltage Detection if you install a LiPo battery.
XL-5 Warranty Information
Traxxas warrants your Traxxas electronic component to be free from defects
in materials or workmanship for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of
purchase. Before returning any product for warranty service, please contact our
service department (1-888-TRAXXAS)* to discuss the problem you are having
with the product. After contacting Traxxas, send the defective unit along with
your proof of purchase indicating the date purchased, your return address, e-mail,
a daytime phone number, and a brief description of the problem to:
Traxxas, 1100 Klein Road, Plano, TX 75074
If the component is found to be defective, it will be repaired or replaced at no
charge. The warranty does not cover damage caused by the following:
• Allowing foreign material to enter speed control or get onto PC board.
• Using other than 4-8 NiMH cells; 2 LiPo cells (4.8 to 9.6 Volts DC) input voltage.
• Removing the stock battery connectors.
• Using the same gender connectors on the speed control's motor and battery connections.
• Cross-connection of the battery/motor.
• Reverse voltage application.
• Using a motor with fewer than 15-turns (540 size).
• Incorrect installation or wiring.
• Components worn by use.
• Short-circuiting the heat sinks.
• Use without the heat sinks.
• Removing the capacitors from the stock motor.
• Not installing capacitors on new motors (recommended: three 0.1µF [50V]).
• Splices to the input wire harness.
• Disassembling the case.
• Tampering with moisture seals.
• Excessive force when using the EZ-Set button.
• Tampering with the internal electronics.
• Incorrect wiring of an FET servo.
• Allowing exposed wiring to short-circuit.
• Any damage caused by crash, flooding, or act of God.
In no case shall our liability exceed the product's original cost. Traxxas makes
no other warranties expressed or implied. This warranty gives you specific legal
rights which vary from state to state. After the expiration of the standard 30-day
warranty, use the Traxxas Lifetime Electronics Warranty to cover service and
repairs. Documents and forms are provided with your XL-5.
If you have questions or need technical assistance, call Traxxas at
1-888-TRAXXAS
TRAXX AS .com
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(1-888-872-9927) (U.S. residents only)