Another section in this manual outlines safer manual and examine the Nitro Vee carefully before running it. If for some reason you think the Nitro Vee is not what you alternative methods for boat retrieval. wanted, then do not continue any further. Your hobby dealer •...
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26.995 BROWN 2031 {Model 3504 only} 27.045 2032 27.095 ORANGE 2033 The model 3504 Nitro Vee is fully assembled without the radio 27.145 YELLOW 2034 system. Refer to the exploded view diagrams for details on 27.195 GREEN 2035 27.255 BLUE 2036 installing other manufacturers’...
Nitro to the EZ-Start control box. Plug the battery connector into the Vee. These instructions are for Traxxas radio systems only. If you face of the control box. The plug will only go in one way installed your own radio, refer to your radio system’s instructions.
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4) Check the mounting of the receiver and servos. 5) Check the driveshaft seals for damage. Do not attempt to run the Nitro Vee if these seals are damaged in any way. 6) Check the tightness of the propellers. Visually inspect the props The mixture screw controls how much fuel enters the engine.
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Once the engine will accelerate without dying (slight hesitation stalling, inconsistent performance, and fouled glow plugs. Don’t is okay), then the Nitro Vee is ready to put in the water. Install the give up on it! These are just “break-in pains” that every new engine top cover before driving.
THE FIRST TANK OF FUEL • POOR QUALITY FUEL • EXCESSIVE LOADS PLACED UPON THE ENGINE (caused by Once the engine is started, drive the boat slowly at first to warm a bound drivetrain) the engine. Ease in and out of the throttle slowly. Vary your speed between low and medium throttle until about half of the YOUR ENGINE WILL BE SHORT-LIVED IF ANY OF THE ABOVE CONDITIONS ARE ALLOWED TO PERSIST.
MAINTENANCE To engage the R.T.S system, pull the throttle lever all the way • Keep the Nitro Vee clean of accumulated dirt and oil. Oil and fuel down. The Nitro Vee will then operate at a very slow speed. residue will begin to accumulate inside the boat after a period of time.
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Clean and oil the bushings in the drivetrain and remove all batter- ies. Store unused fuel in a tightly-capped container, away from If the Nitro Vee flips and fills with water, it must have IMMEDI- direct sunlight. ATE ATTENTION. If the water is allowed to remain in the engine and radio system, they could be destroyed with rust and corrosion.
If it has been determined that your model is somehow defective, POSITIVE BLACK return it to Traxxas with a note describing the problem, and a NEGATIVE copy of the purchase receipt or invoice. Remove all batteries. Remember that the warranty only covers brand new products which are defective right out of the box.
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Out of fuel ............Fill fuel tank Engine will not start Improper or contaminated fuel......Replace fuel (starter operates) Carburetor not primed .......... Prime carburetor Glow plug bad ............Replace glow plug (see pg. 9) Engine flooded............Start engine with throttle fully open Engine overheated..........
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