User manual NOVAK TEMPEST PRO

[. . . ] OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS INTRODUCING THE TEMPEST The Novak Tempest Pro combines the power of HYPERFET II transistors with full-digital micro-computer control to give you the smoothest, fastest, and coolest speed control the racing industry has to offer. The Tempest Pro features Novak's exclusive Polar Drive TechnologyTM that gives increased power with operating temperatures cool enough that heat sinks are not needed. This means smoother throttle response along with quicker acceleration, increased radio system range, and longer run times than conventional ESC's (Electronic Speed Controls). All this and the ability to run the hottest modified motors. [. . . ] Set LOW ATV, EPA, or ATL to maximum. [Amount of throw at full brakes] [Reduce this after programming to reduce amount of brakes] 3. Set EXPONENTIAL to zero. [Throttle channel linearity] Steering Channel Works But Motor Will Not Run [Status LED is solid RED at all throttle positions] · No signal from receiver­­Make sure speed control is plugged into throttle channel of receiver. Check throttle channel operation with a servo. Check the wiring color sequence of receiver harness. 4. Set THROTTLE CHANNEL TRIM to middle setting. [Adjusts neutral position/Increases or decreases coast brakes] 5. Set CHANNEL REVERSING SWITCH to either position. Set MECHANICAL THROW ADJUSTMENT to position with 2/3 throttle and 1/3 brake throw. [Adjusts pistol-grip transmitter's throttle trigger throw] Steering Channel Works But Motor Will Not Run [Status LED is RED at neutral / GREEN at full throttle] · Check motor connections. Check motor and brushes. STEP 5 Steering Channel Works But Motor Will Not Run · Not programmed­­Repeat programming. · Check wiring and connections­­Check operation of system without speed control. SPEED CONTROL PROGRAMMING Before beginning this step, the speed control should be connected to the receiver and to a charged 4 to 10 cell battery pack, and the transmitter should be adjusted. TURN ON THE SPEED CONTROL Slide the ON/OFF switch to the ON position. PRESS AND HOLD SPEED CONTROL'S SET BUTTON With the transmitter throttle in the neutral position, press and hold the SET button on the speed control until the status LED turns solid red. RELEASE SPEED CONTROL'S SET BUTTON 5. PULL TRANSMITTER THROTTLE TO FULL-ON POSITION Hold it there until the status LED turns solid green. NOTE: The motor will not run during programming even if it is connected to the speed control. PUSH TRANSMITTER THROTTLE TO FULL-BRAKE Hold it there until the status LED blinks green. RETURN TRANSMITTER THROTTLE TO NEUTRAL The status LED will turn solid red, indicating that the throttle is in the neutral position and also that proper programming has been completed. If transmitter settings are changed during programming, it will be necessary to complete the programming sequence once again. If you experience problems during programming, turn off the speed control and repeat programming. Receiver Glitches/Throttle Stutters During Acceleration · Motor capacitors broken or missing­­Refer to Step 3. · Receiver or antenna too close to speed control, power wires, battery, or motor­­Refer to Step 2. · Bad connections­­Check wiring and connectors. ADDITIONAL NOTES: · Hobby dealers/distributors are not authorized to replace speed controls thought to be defective. · If a hobby dealer sends your speed control for service, submit a completed ESC SERVICE CARD to the dealer and make sure it is sent with the speed control. [. . . ] For this application do not use the blue wire from the ESC. 6. USING PLUGS FOR BATTERY & MOTOR CONNECTION High-quality/low-resistance connector plugs, such as Dean's Ultra Plugs, can also be used to connect the motor and battery pack. While these connectors make component changes quick and easy, the connection will never have the low resistance of a good solder joint. Be sure to use connectors that can not be connected backwards, as this will damage the speed control. [. . . ]