NOVAK GOAT 3S - BASIC Setup Manual
black
orange
white
plastic
tabs
red
blue
green
metal
barbs
raised
metal
barb
metal socket
on end of Teflon
sensor harness wires
•NOT ALL TRANSMITTERS HA
VE THESE ADJUSTMENTS•
pin-out
label
negative
fan pin
positive
fan pin
Novak
#5648
installed
FIGURE 6
FIGURE 7
FIGURE 8
#55-3214-1
7-2009
SPECIFICATIONS
Input Voltage ............. 2-3 Li-Po cells, 4-9 Ni-MH cells (1.2 VDC/cell)
ESC Footprint ..............................................1.18”x1.54” [30x39mm]
ESC Weight (w/o wires) ............................... 1.50 ounce [42.6 grams]
B.E.C. Voltage/Current (built-in) ...................... 6.0 volts DC/5 amps
Power Wire (Battery/Motor) ......................... 14G Super-Flex Silicone
On-Resistance ..........................................0.00070
Ω
@25°C trans.temp.
Rated Current .........................................150 Amps
@25°C trans.temp.
Braking Current ....................................... 150 Amps
@25°C trans.temp.
Motor Limit (BL) ... 13.5-turn (2S) / 18.5-turn (3S) Novak 540-sized
Motor Limit (B) ..................... 27-turn (2S) / 33-turn (3S) 540-sized
Throttle Programs ................................... 3 [2 brushless, 1 brushed]
Li-Po Cut-Off .............................................6.25V (2S) / 9.75V (3S)
The Ultimate Crawling-Specific Speed Controller
The Goat 3S Crawler Brushless/Brush ESC has the ability to run on 2 or
3-cell Li-Po batteries via Novak’s auto-detect software and includes a
profile specific for worm-drive vehicles.
The Goat 3S ESC is factory-loaded with 3 throttle programs, Novak’s Crawler-
exclusive brushless holding power & linear ramp-up braking, Thermal Overload
Protection, high-power B.E.C., and includes everything necessary to operate, including
a cooling fan and an external high-voltage switching regulator.
To benefit from all of the technical features of the Goat 3S,
PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATION
powER tRans-cap modUlE–3s lI-po
[Novak kit #5686]
Replacement Power Trans-Cap provides improved efficiency and lowers operating temperatures.
REplacEmEnt swItch haRnEss
[Novak kit #5600]
Included Replacement Switch Harness is used for all Novak ESCs that have switches.
sUpER-FlEX sIlIconE 14Ga wIRE sEt
[Novak kit #5508]
Two each of 9” length black, red, blue, yellow and orange 14 GA wire.
InpUt sIGnal haRnEss
[Novak kits #5315 & #5320]
Included input signal harness is available in both short and long lengths.
4.5” harness in Novak kit #5315, and 9.0” harness in Novak kit #5320.
low-loss powER connEctoRs–3.5mm
[Novak kit #5731]
Low-Loss connectors generate dozens of wiring routing and installation options.
3-amp hIGh-voltaGE UnIvERsal bEc
[Novak kit #5463]
Replacement BEC regulates voltage output and is required for use with 3S Li-Po batteries.
30x30x6mm coolInG Fans
[Novak kits #5648 & #5652]
Included cooling fan fits ESC’s heat sink perfectly & has power plug for easy
connection. Single fan in Novak kit #5648, and 2-pack of fans in Novak kit #5652.
bRUshlEss EXtEnsIon haRnEssEs
[Novak kits #S5357 & #S5358]
Optional harnesses are available in two lengths (4” in Novak kit #S5357 & 9” in Novak kit #S5358).
WATER & ELECTRONICS DON’T MIX!
Allowing water, moisture or other foreign materials to get inside ESC will void warranty.
MuST bE 14 yEARS OR OLDER TO OpERATE
This product is not a toy and is not intended for use by children under 14 years of age
without the strict supervision of an adult.
NO SCHOTTKy DIODES!
Schottky diodes are never used with reversible ESCs, including brushless.
Do not use Schottky diodes with Goat 3S ESC!
DO NOT FREE REV OR OpERATE WITHOuT LOAD!
This includes running the motor without a pinion or holding the car in the air and
running the motor at or close to full power. Free revving will void the warranty!
DISCONNECT bATTERIES WHEN NOT IN uSE
Always disconnect batteries from ESC to avoid short circuits and possible fire hazard.
2-3 CELL Li-po OR 4 TO 9 CELLS ONLy
If using Li-Po batteries, use a 2 or 3 cell (2-3S) pack for the vehicle’s main battery & be
sure the Li-Po Cut-Off programming option is turned ON (refer to page 6).
If using Ni-Cd or Ni-MH batteries, NEVER use more than 9 cells (1.2VDC/cell) in the
vehicle’s main battery pack, and disable Li-Po Cut-Off.
NOVAK bRuSHLESS MOTORS ONLy
The Goat 3S is designed for use with sensor-based Novak Crawler Brushless Motors. You
may replace with Novak sensored motors down to 13.5T (2S) & 18.5T (3S).
In Brush Mode, you may use brushed motors down to 27T (2S) & 33T (3S).
NO REVERSE VOLTAGE!
Reverse battery polarity can damage ESC & void warranty. Disconnect battery
immediately if a reverse connection occurs.
pOWER TRANS-CAp MODuLE REQuIRED
An external 3S power trans-cap module is installed on ESC & MUST be used at all times. Failure to
use Trans-Cap module will result in higher temperatures & possible thermal shut-down or damage.
TRANSMITTER ON FIRST
Always turn on the power of the transmitter first so that you will have control of the
vehicle when you turn it on.
GOOD QuALITy Li-po bATTERIES SuGGESTED
Using Li-Po batteries that cannot supply the amount of current required by this system
will result in possible battery pack, ESC & motor damage, and will void the warranty. It
is recommended to use a 25C or higher rating.
GOOD QuALITy RADIO SySTEM SuGGESTED
With the higher performance of brushless systems, undesirable radio system noise may
occur when used with lower quality radio systems (like some RTR radios).
DO NOT buNDLE pOWER & SIGNAL WIRES TOGETHER
RF noise in the power wires can adversely effect radio system performance.
INSuLATE WIRES
Always insulate exposed wiring with heat shrink tubing or electrical tape to prevent short circuits.
NO CA GLuE
Exposure to CA glue or its fumes can cause damage to internal components of the ESC
and result in premature failure.
trouble-shooting guide
steering channel works but motor will not Run
•
Red & Green status LEDs on solid––Check input signal harness connections at ESC
and receiver. Check input signal harness wiring sequence––Refer to Step 1.
•
Red status LED on solid & Green LED blinking––Check motor sensor harness connection.
Possible internal motor damage.
•
Blue & Green status LEDs both blinking. Possible ESC shut-down due to locked rotor
detection––return throttle to neutral position to regain motor control––check vehicle’s
drive train for free operation.
•
Blue & Red status LEDs blinking. Possible ESC thermal shut-down––Check gear ratio
& free operation of drive train for possible overloading/ESC is being severely over-
loaded––allow system to cool & return throttle to neutral position to regain motor
control.
LEDs will continue to blink until system is cooled down.
•
Blue & Amber status LEDs blinking. Possible motor thermal shut-down––Check gear
ratio & free operation of drive train for possible overloading/motor is being over-
loaded––allow system to cool & return throttle to neutral position to regain motor
control.
LEDs will continue to blink until system is cooled down.
•
Blue & Green (Locked Rotor Detection), Blue & Red (ESC Thermal Shut-Down), or Blue &
Amber (Motor Thermal Shut-Down) status LEDs blinking. ESC may have shut-down &
Esc’s neutral point is too far off to sense that transmitter throttle has been returned
to neutral––Refer to Step 5.
• Possible receiver damage––Check operation with a different receiver.
• Possible internal damage––Refer to Service Procedures.
Receiver Glitches/throttle stutters during acceleration
• Receiver or antenna too close to ESC, power wires, battery, or motor.
• Bad connections––Check wiring, connectors, & sensor harness.
• Low voltage to receiver––Try Glitch Buster capacitor on receiver (Novak #5626).
• Power Trans-Cap Module damaged/not installed––Replace Power Trans-Cap (Novak #5686).
• Battery pack damaged or weak––Try a different battery pack.
• Motor’s magnet has weakened or overheated––Replace rotor (Novak #5950 & #5941).
motor and steering servo do not work
• Check wires, receiver signal harness wiring & color sequence, radio system, crystals,
battery/motor connectors, & battery pack.
• Power wires too close to signal wires––Do not bundle power & signal wires together.
• Possible receiver damage––Check operation with a different receiver.
• Possible internal damage––Refer to Service Procedures.
brushless motor Runs backwards
• Reverse motor rotation direction––Refer to ‘Programming/Gearing’ sheet.
speed control Runs Excessively hot
• Gear ratio too low––Increase gear ratio (see ‘PROPER GEAR SELECTION’).
model Runs slowly/slow acceleration
• Gear ratio too high––Reduce gear ratio (see ‘PROPER GEAR SELECTION’).
• Check battery & connectors––Try another battery; replace connectors/battery if needed.
• Incorrect transmitter/ESC adjustment––Refer to Step 5.
• Power Trans-Cap Module damaged/not installed––Replace Power Trans-Cap (Novak #5686).
Esc Is melted or burnt/Esc Runs with switch off
• Internal damage––Refer to Service Procedures.
no power to the bEc
• Check power wire connections to your battery, ESC and BEC unit.
• Check that the input harness from the BEC is plugged into the receiver correctly and
the red wire from the ESC’s input harness is removed.
• Be sure that the BEC unit switch is turned ON.
*Check Novak’s Web site for additional information.
service procedures
Before sending your speed control in for service, review the Trouble-Shooting guide
and instructions. The ESC may appear to have failed when other problems exist.
After reviewing instructions, if you feel that your ESC requires service, please ob-
tain the most current product service options and pricing by the following ways:
WEB SITE: Print a copy of the PRODUCT SERVICE FORM from the CUSTOMER SERVICE
section of the Web site. Fill out the needed information on this form and return it with
the Novak product that requires servicing.
PHONE/FAX:If you do not have access to the internet, please contact our customer
service department by phone or fax.
WARRANTy SERVICE:
For warranty work, you MUST CLAIM WARRANTY on
PRODUCT SERVICE FORM & include a valid cash register receipt with purchase date and
dealer name & phone # on it, or an invoice from previous service. If warranty provisions
have been voided, there will be service charges.
• ESCs returned without a serial number will not be serviced under warranty •
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
• Dealers/distributors are not authorized to replace products thought to be defective.
• If a hobby dealer returns your product for service, submit a completed
PRODUCT
SERVICE FORM to the dealer and make sure it is included with product.
• Novak Electronics, Inc. does not make any internal electronic components (transistors,
resistors, etc.) available for sale.
BASIC SET-UP GUIDE
-- goat 3S
• See ‘Programming/Gearing’ sheet for Proper Gearing, Profile Selection, Custom Programming & Li-Po Cut-Off •
PRECAuTIONS
accessories
P1
P4
product warranty
The Goat 3S Brushless/Brush ESC is guaranteed to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of 120 days from
the original date of purchase (verified by dated, itemized sales receipt). Warranty does not cover incorrect installation, components
worn by use, damage to case or exposed circuit boards, damage from using more than 9 cells (1.2 volts DC/cell) or more than 3
Li-Po cells input voltage, damage resulting from using Li-Po batteries without Smart-Stop circuitry active, using insufficient Li-Po
batteries that cannot supply the amount of current required by this system, cross-connection of battery/motor power wires,
overheating solder tabs, reverse voltage application, improper use or installation of external BEC, damage from not removing the
red wire from the ESC’s input harness, damage resulting from thermal overload or short-circuiting motor (or connecting a brushless
motor sensor harness while operating in Brush-Mode), damage from incorrect installation of FET servo or receiver battery pack,
damage due to free revving motor, damage due to using a non-Novak motor, a non-sensored motor or a motor lower than
18.5 turns with 3S Li-Po, not using or incorrect installation of a Trans-Cap module--3S on the ESC or from using a damaged
Trans-Cap module--3S, using a Schottky diode, using non-Novak Trans-Cap module--3S or motor, splices to input, ON/OFF
switch, or sensor harnesses, damage from excessive force when using the One-Touch/SET button or from disassembling case,
tampering with internal electronics, allowing water, moisture, or any other foreign material to enter ESC or get onto the PC board,
incorrect installation/wiring of input plug plastic, allowing exposed wiring or solder tabs to short-circuit, or any damage caused by
a crash, flooding or natural disaster.
Because Novak has no control over the connection & use of the speed control or other related electronics, no liability may be assumed
nor will be accepted for any damage resulting from the use of this product. Every Novak speed control & motor is thoroughly tested
& cycled before leaving our facility and is, therefore, considered operational. By the act of connecting/operating speed control, user
accepts all resulting liability. In no case shall our liability exceed the product’s original cost. We reserve the right to modify warranty
provisions without notice. This product is not intended for use by children under 14 years of age without the strict supervision of
an adult. Use of this product in an uncontrolled manner may result in physical damage or injuries—take extra care when operating
any remote control vehicle. Designed by Novak Electronics, Inc. in Irvine, CA and assembled with globally sourced components.
©2009 Novak Electronics, Inc. • All Rights Reserved • No part of these instructions may be reproduced without the written permission
of Novak Electronics, Inc. • Goat 3S ESC, Smart Braking II, Polar Drive Technology, Radio Priority Circuitry & One-Touch Set-Up
are all trademarks of Novak Electronics, Inc.
cooling fan installation
the included novak 30x30x6mm clear cooling fan (novak kit #5648) is
required for the Goat 3s when using a 3-cell li-po pack. In addition, the
fan comes with the connector already on it to match the pins on the Goat 3S.
The Goat 3S ESC features a set of power output pins for running auxiliary cooling
fans, so you can add fans to the motor, the ESC or both, and they will switch on
and off with the ESC’s power switch. These pins output 6.0 VDC (same as the
BEC), so you will get maximum output from cooling fans without over powering
them by running directly from the battery pack’s voltage.
The pin-out label located on the
front lower section of the ESC’s
case (under the pins, push button,
& LEDs) shows the polarity of the
power output pins.
The 2 pins on the front edge of
the circuit board--Positive (+) is
on the left, and Negative (–) is on
the right.
The set of 3 pins behind
them are for the user-replaceable
input signal harness—The polar-
ity of those is the same: Positive
in the middle, Negative on the
right, and the extra pin on the
left is for the input signal.
Should any of the 26G Teflon wires pull out of the connector on the end
of the motor’s sensor harness, re-insert them in the appropriate slot in the
connector as shown below. There is a small plastic tab that grabs a small
raised barb on the back of the metal socket crimped onto the Teflon wire’s
end. The plastic tab should be checked to make sure it has not deformed
excessively before inserting the metal socket into the plastic connector
housing with the barb toward to plastic tabs.
If the motor’s
sensor harness
gets damaged,
please contact
our Customer
Service Dept.
sensor harness wiring
The Goat 3S Brushless/Brush ESC is compatible
with Novak’s Crawler 18.5T (#3419) or 21.5T
(#3420) Brushless Motors on a 2 or 3-cell
Li-Po battery pack. Novak’s Crawler 13.5T
(#3414) is also compatible with the Goat
3S ESC on a 2-cell Li-Po battery pack. When
operated in Brush Mode, the Goat 3S is
compatible with single, 540-size, 27-turn
motors or dual 35 to 55-turn lathe motors.
Motor compatibility
If you have any problems with Step 5, adjust transmitter as follows and
then repeat the One-Touch programming in Step 5:
a. Set hIGh atv or Epa to maximum setting.
[amount of throw at full throttle]
b. Set low atv, Epa, or atl to maximum setting.
[amount of throw at full brakes]
c. Set EXponEntIal to zero setting.
[throttle channel linearity]
d. Set thRottlE channEl REv. swItch to either position.
E. Set thRottlE channEl tRIm to middle setting.
[adjusts neutral position/increases or decreases coast brakes]
F. Set ElEctRonIc tRIGGER thRow adJUstmEnt to 50% throttle and
50% brake throw--best for reversible ESCs.
[adjusts trigger throw electronic/digital pistol-grip transmitters]
G. Set mEchanIcal tRIGGER thRow adJUstmEnt to position with 1/2
throttle and 1/2 brake throw.
transmitter adjustments
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