11 Operating the transmitter
11.1 Inserting batteries/rechargeable batteries into the transmitter
Slide the battery compartment cover on the underside of the transmitter backwards in the direction of the arrow
to open it.
Insert the four AA/Mignon batteries (or four rechargeable batteries) using the inscriptions inside the battery com-
partment, paying attention to the correct polarity (plus/+ and minus/-).
Close the battery compartment again.
Given that rechargeable batteries have a lower output voltage, we recommend using the transmitter with
non-rechargeable batteries only for reasons of service life and operational safety. Using rechargeable
batteries would cause the transmitter to show an insufficient operating voltage after a relatively short time.
11.2 Switching the transmitter on/off
Switching on
Push the on/off switch (see fig. 1, no. 12) upwards.
The LEDs (fig. 1, no. 13) indicate the battery status; the fewer of them are lit, the lower the battery status:
– 100%:
– 80%:
– 60%:
– 40%:
– 20%:
– Empty: The LEDs flashing and a running light serve as a warning signal
Discontinue using the vehicle when the battery level is too low. Stop operating the vehicle and switch off
the speed controller. Then turn off the transmitter and replace the used/empty batteries/rechargeable bat-
teries with new/fully charged ones. You can now turn the transmitter on again and operate the vehicle.
Turning off
Stop operating the vehicle and then switch off the speed controller. Remove the drive batteries from the vehicle
during longer breaks in operation (or if you need to transport/store it).
Only now do you switch the transmitter off.
Remove the batteries/rechargeable batteries from the transmitter if you are not going to use it for a long time (e.g.
during winter storage). Leaking empty batteries/rechargeable batteries can cause damage to the metal contacts
in the battery compartment, thus rendering the warranty/guarantee null and void!
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