c) Commissioning/Operation
• When you operate the model, always make sure that no parts of your body, other people or objects come
within the dangerous range of the motors, drive axles or any other rotating drive parts.
• Use only the enclosed drive battery (or a spare battery of the same build) for your vehicle. Never operate
the vehicle with a mains adapter, not even for test purposes.
• This vehicle is exclusively suitable for use with an NiMH drive battery with 8 cells (rated voltage 9.6 V).
When using a drive battery with more cells, there is a danger of fire from overheating of the speed con-
troller. Apart from this, the vehicle's drive will be overloaded and damaged by this. Loss of guarantee/
warranty!
• When putting the device into operation, always turn on the transmitter first. Only then must the vehicle
be switched on. Otherwise, the vehicle may show unpredictable responses!
Proceed as follows for commissioning:
- Switch off the vehicle and the transmitter.
- Insert a full battery in the transmitter if you haven't done so already.
- Open the battery compartment at the vehicle and connect a fully charged drive battery. Close the
battery compartment again.
- Switch on the transmitter. The LED at the transmitter flashes.
- Only switch on the vehicle now. Wait for a few seconds until the vehicle and the transmitter are ready
(LED at the transmitter remains lit).
- Check whether the vehicle reacts to the remote control commands as expected (steering and drive).
Do not reach into the drive. Do not hold the vehicle by the wheels.
d) Driving the Vehicle
• Improper operation can cause serious damage to people and property! Only drive with the model directly
in view.
• Only drive when your ability to react is unimpaired. Fatigue or the influence of alcohol or medication can
lead to wrong responses.
• Please note that this model car must not be driven on public roads, places or streets. Also do not operate
it on private grounds without the owner's permission.
Operate your model in an area where you do nor endanger any persons, animals or objects. Don't drive
towards animals or people!
Before you operate the model on a place specifically designated for that purpose (e.g. model car racing/
rally route, etc.), ask the operator of that location for permission.
• Avoid driving at very low outdoor temperatures. Plastic parts lose elasticity, which may lead to damage
even in a light accident.
• Do not drive in the case of a thunderstorm, under high-voltage power lines or in the proximity of radio
masts.
• Protect the vehicle, drive battery and transmitter from dampness and severe dirt. Never expose the
vehicle or the transmitter to direct sunlight or excessive heat for an extended period of time.
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