User manual NOVAK GTX

[. . . ] step 4 ­MOUNTiNG ESC trouble-shooting guide Steering Channel Works But Motor Will Not Run · Check motor connections. · Make sure input signal harness is plugged into throttle channel of receiver and the ESC. · Possible thermal shut-down (blue & red status LEDs flashing)­­Check motor, brushes, & drive train. · Possible internal damage­­Refer to Service Procedures. Be sure to mount the GTX where its power wires are away from other electronics, and will not interfere with any moving parts. [. . . ] Racing Schottky Motor Module is available in Novak kit #5636. 4 TO 7 CELLS ONLY Never use fewer than 4 or more than 7 cells (8. 4 volts DC) in the vehicle's main battery pack. step 6 ­one-touch programming With GTX connected to (at least) a receiver & a charged battery pack: 1. TURN ON THE SPEED CONTROL'S POWER With transmitter throttle at neutral, and still pressing the SET button, slide the GTX's ON/OFF switch to ON position. product warranty The GTX speed control 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, damage from using fewer than 4 or more than 7 cells (1. 2 volts DC/cell) input voltage, cross-connection of battery/motor, overheating solder tabs, reverse voltage application, damage from incorrect installation of FET servo or receiver battery pack, not installing three 0. 1µF (50V) capacitors on motor, incorrect installation of a Power Capacitor on the ESC or from using a damaged Power Capacitor, using a non-Novak Power Capacitor, splices to input harness, 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 act of God. In no case shall our liability exceed the product's original cost. 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 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. · All Rights Reserved · No part of these operating instructions may be reproduced without the written permission of Novak Electronics, Inc. · GTX Programmable Racing ESC, Variable Throttle Step Technology, Polar Drive Technology, Radio Priority Circuitry, & One-Touch Set-Up are all trademarks of Novak Electronics, Inc. · All Novak speed controls are designed & manufactured in the U. S. A. NO REVERSE VOLTAGE! Reverse battery polarity can damage speed control­­Disconnect the battery immediately if a reverse connection occurs. MOTOR CAPACITORS [#5620] Additional motor capacitors are available in Novak kit #5620. 14G SUPERFLEX SILICONE POWER WIRE [#5500 & 5505] Replacement GTX battery & motor wire is available in Novak kits #5500 (36"red & 36"black) & #5505 (36"red & 36"blue). POWER CAPACITOR RECOMMENDED An external power capacitor is supplied & installed, and SHOULD be used with your GTX. Failure to use Power Capacitor will result in higher ESC operating temperatures & possible thermal shut-down! 12G SUPERFLEX SILICONE POWER WIRE [#5530 & 5535] 12 guage silicone battery & motor wire is available in Novak kits #5530 (36"red & 36"black) & #5535 (36"red & 36"blue). 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. 4. Airtronics Z receivers have blue plastic cases & new KO cases have tabs on the input harness openings as in Figure 1. · Plug the 3-pin connector end of the input harness into the receiver with the BLACK wire toward the outside edge of receiver case. · Plug the 5-pin end of the power switch/input harness onto 5-pin header on the side of the GTX's case with the WHITE wire toward the `S' (signal) marking by the corner of the ESC's case. Electric motors generate RF noise that causes interference. The included 0. 1µF (50V) non-polarized, ceramic capacitors must be used on all motors to reduce motor noise & prevent ESC damage. If your motor only has two capacitors, you need to install a capacitor between the positive & negative motor tabs­­If you experience radio interference when using only built-in capacitors, install external ones. Solder 0. 1µF (50V) capacitors between: · POSITIVE (+) motor tab & NEGATIVE (­) motor tab. · NEGATIVE (­) motor tab & GROUND tab*. *If motor has no ground tab (below), solder the capacitors to motor can. The GTX is an extremely powerful ESC, capable of very efficient delivery of battery power to your vehicle's motor, and thus requires very good connections between the battery, ESC, & motor to obtain the best performance. A common cause of perfomance problems & ESC failures is poor solder joints--If you have any doubts about your soldering skill, we suggest seeking assistance at your hobby shop or track. using the "y" method : method (Figure 6) select a mounting location: FIGURE 4 Negative (­) motor tab 0. 1µF Capacitors Schottky diode Positive (+) motor tab Ground / motor can · Keep the ESC and its power wires away from other electronics in the vehicle, especially the receiver & antenna. · Do not bundle receiver/signal wires with other wires--messy installations account for nearly all radio interference (glitching) problems. · Airflow through the ESC's heat sink is a huge performance plus. Like a real car, cooling is everything--if you can mount the ESC where it will see some air flow, it will run cooler; and that means that the ESC will be even more efficient (and make you faster!). [. . . ] · Interchange the red and black wires in the plastic 3-pin connector housing at the receiver end of the input harness. · Insert modified 3-pin end of the harness into the receiver with the RED wire toward the outside edge of receiver case. using the single wire method : method FIGURE 3 With a small standard screwdriver, gently lift plastic prong until wire and metal socket easily slide out of plastic housing. Racing Schottky Motor Modules are available in Novak kit #5636. a. Position the GTX where it will be mounted, strip a 1/4-3/8" section of insulation from the mid-section of its red wire where you will solder it to positive (+) of the motor or battery (component that is in the middle). Solder the exposed section of wire to positive (+) tab of the motor or the positive (+) end of the battery pack [see Figure 5: Set-Up Photo]. [. . . ]