User manual NOVAK EXPLORER II ESC

[. . . ] OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS THE EXPLORER II The Explorer II adds One-Touch Set-UpTM to the winning combination of high frequency design and economical pricing in a sport level ESC (Electronic Speed Control). With Novak's revolutionary Polar Drive TechnologyTM and Digital AntiGlitch CircuitryTM the Explorer runs faster, longer, and smoother than conventional ESCs. While Radio Priority CircuitryTM maintains steering control even after the battery pack has discharged. The Explorer II also has built-in brake light circuitry to power two external LEDs for added realism with Touring Sedans and Formula One cars. [. . . ] Set HIGH ATV or EPA to maximum setting. [Controls amount of throw from neutral to full throttle] TROUBLE-SHOOTING GUIDE This section describes possible speed control problems, causes, and solutions. 1. INSTALL MOTOR CAPACITORS Electric motors generate radio noise that can interfere with your receiver and cause radio problems. Included in the accessory kit with the speed control are three 0. 1µF (50V) non-polarized, ceramic capacitors. These capacitors must be installed on every motor to help reduce the noise generated by the motor and also to prevent possible damage to the speed control. Solder 0. 1µF (50V) capacitors between: · POSITIVE (+) motor tab & NEGATIVE (-) motor tab. · POSITIVE (+) motor tab & GROUND tab*. · NEGATIVE (-) motor tab & GROUND tab*. *If your motor does not have a ground tab, solder the capacitor leads to the can of the motor as shown below. Negative (-) motor tab 0. 1µF Capacitors Schottky diode Positive (+) motor tab Steering Channel Works But Motor Will Not Run · Speed control has thermally shut down­­Allow ESC to cool down­­Use milder motor or smaller pinion gear. · Make sure ESC is plugged into the throttle channel of receiver. Check throttle channel operation with a servo. Check wiring color sequence of receiver signal harness. · Possible internal damage­­Refer to Service Procedures. 2. Set LOW ATV, EPA, or ATL to maximum setting. [Controls amount of throw from neutral to full brakes] [Reduce this after ESC adjustment to reduce amount of brakes] 3. Set EXPONENTIAL to zero setting. [Controls the linearity of the throttle channel] Receiver Glitches/Throttle Stutters During Acceleration · Motor capacitors broken or missing­­Refer to Step 4. · Receiver or antenna too close to speed control, power wires, battery, or motor­­Refer to Step 3. · Bad connections­­Check wiring and connectors. · Motor brushes worn­­Replace brushes. · Excessive current to motor­­Use a milder motor or a smaller pinion gear. 4. Set THROTTLE CHANNEL TRIM to middle setting. [Adjusts the neutral position of speed control] [Increase or decrease after ESC adjustment to adjust coast brakes­­can be used to give braking in neutral trigger position] 5. Set THROTTLE CHANNEL REVERSING SWITCH to either position. [Do not change switch position after programming] 6. Set ELECTRONIC TRIGGER THROW ADJUSTMENT to 70% throttle and 30% brake throw (or 7:3). [Adjusts pistol-grip transmitter's throttle trigger throw] Motor and Steering Servo Do Not Work · Check wires, receiver signal harness wiring and color sequence, radio system, crystals, battery and motor connectors, and battery pack. · Possible internal damage­­Refer to Service Procedures. 7. [. . . ] If you experience any problems during programming, turn off the speed control and repeat the programming process. PRODUCT WARRANTY Novak Electronics, Inc. guarantees the Explorer II to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 120 days from original date of purchase (verified by dated, itemized sales receipt). Warranty does not cover incorrect installation, components worn by use, damage from using fewer than 6 or more than 7 cells (1. 2 volts DC/cell) input voltage, short-circuiting heat sinks, cross-connection of battery/motor, damage from incorrect installation of FET servo or receiver battery pack, damage from excessive force while installing heat sinks or pushing One-Touch button, not installing three 0. 1µF (50V) capacitors on motor, splices to switch or receiver signal harnesses, using same type and gender battery and motor connectors, damage from disassembling case, tampering with internal electronics, allowing water, moisture, or any other foreign material to enter ESC or get onto PC board, incorrect installation of alternate input plug plastic, allowing exposed wiring to short-circuit, or any damage caused by a crash. In no case shall our liability exceed product's original cost. [. . . ]