ECX RUCKUS Instruction Manual - page 3
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EN
RUCKUS
4WD
4WD
WATER-RESISTANT VEHICLE WITH WATERPROOF ELECTRONICS
Your new Horizon Hobby vehicle has been designed and built with
a combination of waterproof and water-resistant components to al-
low you to operate the product in many “wet conditions”, including
puddles, creeks, wet grass, snow and even rain.
While the entire vehicle is highly water-resistant, it is not com-
pletely waterproof and your vehicle should NOT be treated like a
submarine. The various electronic components used in the vehicle,
such as the Electronic Speed Control (ESC), servo(s) and receiver
are waterproof, however, most of the mechanical components are
water-resistant and should not be submerged.
Metal parts, including the bearings, hinge pins, screws and nuts,
as well as the contacts in the electrical cables, will be susceptible
to corrosion if additional maintenance is not performed after run-
ning in wet conditions. To maximize the long-term performance
of your vehicle and to keep the warranty intact, the procedures
described in the “Wet Conditions Maintenance” section below
must be performed regularly if you choose to run in wet conditions.
If you are not willing to perform the additional care and mainte-
nance required, then you should not operate the vehicle in those
conditions.
CAUTION: Failure to exercise caution while using this
product and complying with the following precautions
could result in product malfunction and/or void the warranty.
General Precautions
• Read through the wet conditions maintenance procedures
and make sure that you have all the tools you will need to
properly maintain your vehicle.
• Not all batteries can be used in wet conditions. Consult the
battery manufacturer before use. Caution should be taken
when using Li-Po batteries in wet conditions.
• Most transmitters are not water-resistant. Consult your
transmitter’s manual or the manufacturer before operation.
• Never operate your transmitter or vehicle where lightning
may be present.
• Do not operate your vehicle where it could come in contact
with salt water (ocean water or water on salt-covered
roads), contaminated or polluted water. Salt water is very
conductive and highly corrosive, so use caution.
• Even minimal water contact can reduce the life of your motor
if it has not been certified as water-resistant or waterproof.
If the motor becomes excessively wet, apply very light
throttle until the water is mostly removed from the motor.
Running a wet motor at high speeds may rapidly damage the
motor.
• Driving in wet conditions can reduce the life of the motor.
The additional resistance of operating in water causes
excess strain. Alter the gear ratio by using a smaller pinion
or larger spur gear. This will increase torque (and motor life)
when running in mud, deeper puddles, or any wet conditions
that will increase the load on the motor for an extended
period of time.
Wet Conditions Maintenance
• Drain any water that has collected in the tires by spinning
them at high speed. With the body removed, place the vehicle
upside down and pull full throttle for a few short bursts until
the water has been removed.
CAUTION: Always keep hands, fi ngers, tools and any
loose or hanging objects away from rotating parts when
performing the above drying technique.
• Remove the battery pack(s) and dry the contacts. If you have
an air compressor or a can of compressed air, blow out any
water that may be inside the recessed connector housing.
• Remove the tires/wheels from the vehicle and gently rinse
the mud and dirt off with a garden hose. Avoid rinsing the
bearings and transmission.
NOTICE: Never use a pressure washer to clean your vehicle.
• Use an air compressor or a can of compressed air to dry the
vehicle and help remove any water that may have gotten into
small crevices or corners.
• Spray the bearings, drive train, fasteners and other metal parts
with a water-displacing light oil or lubricant. Do not spray the
motor.
• Let the vehicle air dry before you store it. Water (and oil) may
continue to drip for a few hours.
• Increase the frequency of disassembly, inspection and
lubrication of the following:
• Front and rear axle hub assembly bearings.
• All transmission cases, gears and differentials.
• Motor—clean with an aerosol motor cleaner and re-oil the
bushings with lightweight motor oil.
Transmitter
Frequency 2.4GHz
Battery
AA x 4
Servo
Power Supply
4.8V~6V
Output Torque
41.7 oz-in @6.0V (3.0 kg-cm)
34.7 oz-in @6.0V (2.5 kg-cm)
Operating Speed
0.12 Sec/60° @6.0V
0.14 Sec/60° @4.8V
Size
28.19 (L) x 12.8 (W) x 27.0mm (H)
Electronic Speed Control (ESC)
Input Voltage
6V–7.4V
Electric Capacity (FET)
Forward 20A/160A
Electric Capacity (FET)
Reverse 20A/160A
PWM Frequency
1kHz
BEC Voltage
5V/1A
Size
32.70mm (L) x 33mm (W) x 21mm (H)
Weight 27.4
g
SPECIFICATIONS