Xray XB9 Instruction Manual

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2INTRODUCTIONThe XRAY XB9 is a modern, high-competition premium luxury racing 1/8nitro buggy that is the epitome of high-performance and fine distinctivedesign. Your XB9 offers highest performance, responsive handling, andtraditionally exceptional XRAY quality, engineering, and design. The superbcraftsmanship and attention to detail are clearly evident everywhere on theXRAY XB9.XB9 was designed around a no compromise platform; the attention to detailcreates a low maintenance, extra long life nitro buggy. The ultra-low centerof gravity (CG) and optimized weight balance makes set-up, driving, andmaintenance easy and quick.The XRAY XB9 was created by blending highest-quality materials andexcellent design. On high-speed flat tracks or bumpy tracks, whether drivingfor fun or racing to win, the XB9 delivers outstanding performance, speed,and precision handling.We have made every effort to make these instructions as easy to understand aspossible. However, if you have any difficulties, problems, or questions, pleasedo not hesitate to contact the XRAY support team at info@teamxray.com.Also, please visit our web site at www.teamxray.com to find the latestupdates, set-up information, option parts, and many other goodies. Wepride ourselves on taking excellent care of our customers.SAFETY PRECAUTIONSWARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the state of California to causecancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.CAUTION: CANCER HAZARDWash thoroughly after using. DO NOT use product while eating, drinking or usingtobacco products. May cause chronic effects to gastrointestinal tract, CNS, kidneys,and blood. MAY CAUSE BIRTH DEFECTS.When building, using and/or operating this model always wear protective glassesand gloves.Take appropriate safety precautions prior to operating this model. You are responsiblefor this model‘s assembly and safe operation! Please read the instruction manual beforebuilding and operating this model and follow all safety precautions. Always keep theinstruction manual at hand for quick reference, even after completing the assembly.Use only genuine and original authentic XRAY parts for maximum performance. Usingany third party parts on this model will void guaranty immediately.Improper operation may cause personal and/or property damage. XRAY andits distributors have no control over damage resulting from shipping, improperconstruction, or improper usage. XRAY assumes and accepts no responsibility forpersonal and/or property damages resulting from the use of improper buildingmaterials, equipment and operations. By purchasing any item produced by XRAY,the buyer expressly warrants that he/she is in compliance with all applicable federal,state and local laws and regulation regarding the purchase, ownership and use of theitem. The buyer expressly agrees to indemnify and hold harmless XRAY for all claimsresulting directly or indirectly from the purchase, ownership or use of the product. Bythe act of assembling or operating this product, the user accepts all resulting liability.If the buyer is not prepared to accept this liability, then he/she should return this kit innew, unassembled, and unused condition to the place of purchase.IMPORTANT NOTES – GENERAL• This product is not suitable for children under 16 years of age without the directsupervision of a responsible and knowledgeable adult.• Carefully read all manufacturers warnings and cautions for any parts used in theconstruction and use of your model.• Assemble this kit only in places away from the reach of very small children.• First-time builders and users should seek advice from people who have buildingexperience in order to assemble the model correctly and to allow the model to reachits performance potential.• Exercise care when using tools and sharp instruments.• Take care when building, as some parts may have sharp edges.• Keep small parts out of reach of small children. Children must not be allowed to putany parts in their mouth, or pull vinyl bag over their head.• Read and follow instructions supplied with paints and/or cement, if used (notincluded in kit).• Immediately after using your model, do NOT touch equipment on the model suchas the motor and speed controller, because they generate high temperatures. Youmay seriously burn yourself seriously touching them.• Follow the operating instructions for the radio equipment at all times.• Do not put fingers or any objects inside rotating and moving parts, as this maycause damage or serious injury as your finger, hair, clothes, etc. may get caught.• Be sure that your operating frequency is clear before turning on or running yourmodel, and never share the same frequency with somebody else at the same time.Ensure that others are aware of the operating frequency you are using and whenyou are using it.• Use a transmitter designed for ground use with RC cars. Make sure that no oneelse is using the same frequency as yours in your operating area. Using the samefrequency at the same time, whether it is driving, flying or sailing, can cause loss ofcontrol of the RC model, resulting in a serious accident.• Always turn on your transmitter before you turn on the receiver in the car. Alwaysturn off the receiver before turning your transmitter off.• Keep the wheels of the model off the ground when checking the operation of theradio equipment.• Disconnect the battery pack before storing your model.• When learning to operate your model, go to an area that has no obstacles that candamage your model if your model suffers a collision.• Remove any sand, mud, dirt, grass or water before putting your model away.• If the model behaves strangely, immediately stop the model, check and clear theproblem.• To prevent any serious personal injury and/or damage to property, be responsiblewhen operating all remote controlled models.• The model car is not intended for use on public places and roads or areas where itsoperation can conflict with or disrupt pedestrian or vehicular traffic.• Because the model car is controlled by radio, it is subject to radio interference frommany sources that are beyond your control. Since radio interference can causemomentary loss of control, always allow a safety margin in all directions around themodel in order to prevent collisions.• Do not use your model:- Near real cars, animals, or people that are unaware that an RC car is beingdriven.- In places where children and people gather- In residential districts and parks- In limited indoor spaces- In wet conditions- In the street- In areas where loud noises can disturb others, such as hospitals andresidential areas.- At night or anytime your line of sight to the model may be obstructed orimpaired in any way.To prevent any serious personal injury and/or damage to property, please beresponsible when operating all remote controlled models.Failure to follow these instructions will be considered as abuse and/or neglect.CUSTOMER SUPPORT XRAY EuropeK Výstavisku 699291101 TrenčínSlovakia, EUROPEPhone: +421-32-7401100Fax: +421-32-7401109Email: info@teamxray.comWe have made every effort to make these instructions as easy to understand as possible.However, if you have any difficulties, problems, or questions, please do not hesitate tocontact the XRAY support team at info@teamxray.com. Also, please visit our Web siteat www.teamxray.com to find the latest updates, set-up information, option parts, andmany other goodies. We pride ourselves on taking excellent care of our customers.You can join thousands of XRAY fans and enthusiasts in our online community at:www.teamxray.comXRAY USARCAmerica, 2970 Blystone Lane, Suite 109Dallas, Texas 75220USAPhone: (800) 519-7221 * (214) 744-2400Fax: (214) 744-2401Email: xray@rcamerica.comIMPORTANT NOTES – NITRO ENGINES• Always test the brakes and the throttle before starting your engine to avoid losingcontrol of the model.• Make sure the air filter is clean and oiled.• Never run your engine without an air filter. Your engine can be seriously damagedif dirt and debris get inside the engine.• For proper engine break-in, please refer to the manual that came with the engine.• Do not run near open flames or smoke while running your model or while handlingfuel.• Some parts will be hot after operation. Do not touch the exhaust or the engine untilthey have cooled. These parts may reach 275°F during operation!