Magic Machine - Remote control toy Carson - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Magic Machine Carson

• Damage or failure caused by or attributable to acts of God, abuse, accident, misuse, improper or abnormal usage, failure to follow instructions, improper installation or maintenance, alteration, lightning or other incidence of excess voltage or current;

• Damage caused by losing control of your model;

• Any repairs other than those provided by a CARSON authorised service facility;

• Consumables such as fuses or batteries;

• Transportation, shipping or insurance costs; or

• Costs of product removal, installation, set-up service adjust- ment or reinstallation;

• Any changes to plugs and cables, open the housing and damage the sticker. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary according to the country of purchase. Before use, read this manual carefully! TAMIYA-CARSON Modellbau GmbH & Co. KG hereby declares that the radio equipment type 500404200 conforms to Directive 2014/53/EU. The complete text for the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following Internet address. www.carson-modelsport.com/de/produkte.htm The explanation of the symbol on the product, packaging or instructions: Electronic devices are valuable products and should not be disposed of with the household waste when they reach the end of their service life! Help us to protect the environment and respect our resources by delivering this appliance to the relevant recycling point. We wish you a lots of fun using your CARSON product! Declaration of conformityGB // 12

Nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) batteries (accumulators) are energy storage devices with a high energy density and can present risks. For this reason, particular care is needed when charging, discharging, storing and handling. Read these instructions very carefully before first using the battery. Do not fail to take note of the warning notices and instructions for use. Misuse can lead to risks such as explosion, overheating or fire. Failure to observe the instructions for use leads to early failure and other defects. The instructions should therefore be kept in a safe place and it is essential that they are handed over to the second user if the batteries are passed on.

• Avoid short-circuits. A short-circuit may well destroy the product. Cables and connections must be well insulated.

• It is essential when connecting the battery to ensure that the polarity is correct.

• Original plug connectors and cables may not be cut off or changed (if need be, use an adapter cable).

• Do not expose the battery to excessive heat or cold or to direct sunlight. Do not throw in the fire. Do not place the battery in contact with water or other liquids.

• Charge the battery only with charging units intended for the purpose. Before charging, always first allow the battery to cool to ambient temperature. Never charge while hot.

• When charging, place the battery on a non-flammable, heat- resistant support. There should be no flammable or readily ignited objects in the vicinity of the battery.

• During charging or operation, never leave the battery unsupervised.

• Do not fail to keep to the recommended charge/discharge current. Under no circumstances exceed these maxim values.

• The battery casing must not be damaged. It is essential to avoid damage by sharp objects such as knives or the like, from dropping, impact, bending etc. Damaged batteries may no longer be used.

• Batteries are not toys. They should be kept away from children.

3. Charging instructions

Before they are first used, NiMH batteries must always be charged. The first charge should not be carried out in rapid charge mode, otherwise the battery may not reach its full capacity. We recommend a charging current of 1/10 of its capacity, i.e. charging at the 10-hour rate.. The maximum charging current for the battery is 1C (C=nominal capacity of the battery, e.g. for a battery with a nominal capacity of 2700 mA, the maximum charging current for the battery is 2700 mA (2.7 A)). Exact information for the charging current will be marked on the battery. Charging should be stopped immediately if there is a significant rise in battery temperature. !! Completely avoid deep discharge - in no event should the cell voltage be allowed to fall below 0.9 V. It is not necessary to always fully discharge the battery before each charge. Occasionally (e.g. after every 10th charge), however, or if it has not been used for a long time, it should be discharged before charging. Never charge several batteries together from a single charger. Differing states of charge and capacities can lead to overcharging and destruction.

4. Storage instructions

Batteries should never be stored at too high a temperature, otherwise accelerated self-discharge will occur. Cool and dry storage conditions are also important to avoid contact corrosion, which leads to poor contact and high contact resistance. Batteries should never be stored fully discharged.

5. General terms of guarantee

There is a legal guarantee for production and material faults as applicable at the time of dispatch. No liability is accepted for normal wear and tear. This guarantee does not apply for defects attributable to improper use, inadequate maintenance, third-party interference or mechanical damage. This applies, in particular, to used batteries and batteries clearly showing signs of use. Damage and loss of performance due to improper handling and/ or overload are not product faults. Batteries are consumables and subject to a certain ageing. This is influenced by factors such as the charge/discharge currents, the charging procedure, the operating and storage temperatures and the state of charge during storage. The ageing shows itself in, among other things, an irreversible loss of capacity. In the model field, where batteries are frequently used to supply motors, very high currents can flow from time to time.

6. Exclusion of liability

Since we are unable to have any control over charge/discharge, handling, compliance with assembly and operating instructions, battery replacement and its care and maintenance, TAMIYA / CARSON can accept no liability for loss, damage or costs incurred. Any claim for damages that may result from operation, failure or faulty operation or that is in any way related thereto will therefore be refused. We accept no liability for personal injury or material damage and their consequences that arise from our delivery.

7. Disposal instructions

Batteries are hazardous waste. Damaged or unusable cells must be disposed of in the correct manner. No liability for printing errors, we reserve the right to make changes!

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS NIMH BATTERIES13 // GB

1. WARNING! Not suitable for children under 3

years. There is a risk of suffocation if small parts are swallowed! Strangulation hazard due to the long cable! Please keep these instructions for possible correspondence. Right reserved to change colours and make technical changes. Help from adults is required to remove the transport protection.

2. Never lift up the vehicle with the wheels still turning.

3. Do not allow fingers, hair or loose clothing to come near the

motor or wheels if the model is switched to "ON".

4. To avoid unexpected operation, the batteries must be

removed from the toy when it is not being used.

5. The transmitter must be switched on first, followed by the

vehicle, to avoid unexpected operation. (Subject to change - see further information in the manual). When switching off, always switch off the vehicle first and then the transmitter.

6. Use only the specified batteries! Insert the batteries

so that the positive and negative poles are correctly positioned! Do not throw used batteries in the domestic rubbish - take them to a collection point or dispose of them at a hazardous waste depot. Remove empty (flat) batteries from the toy. Do not attempt to charge non-rechargeable batteries. Rechargeable batteries must be removed from the toy before charging. Rechargeable batteries may only be charged by adults. Do not use different types of battery, and do not insert new and used batteries at the same time. Do not short-circuit the crosspieces. Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) and rechargeable batteries.

7. To ensure optimum operation, we recommend that only

rechargeable or alkaline batteries should be used.

8. Check the charger for damage at regular intervals. In the

event of damage, the charger may not be used until it has been properly repaired. Only carry out charging in dry rooms, protect device from moisture.

9. Please do not insert any cables into plug-in socket

10. The toy may only be connected to class II devices that are

marked with the following symbol: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE!) TECHNICAL DATA

• Model with 2.4 GHz RC system (max. transmitter power 10 mW)

• Transmitter operating voltage: 3 V

• Vehicle operating voltage 9.6 V

• Function: - Move forwards/backwards/left/right - ON-Road / OFF-Road driving function - Flip function

3. 1x 9.6V/1000mAh rechargeable NiMH battery

Charging instructions: Attention!!!! Important information about your rechargeable 9.6V NiMH Battery pack. (See drawing)

1. Let the charger and the battery during charging never unatten-

2. If the speed / performance of your RC model decreases or even

stops, immediately stop operation and charge the battery again.

3. To maintain the performance of the battery, please charge the

battery only when it is empty.

1. Undo the two screws on the battery cover on the underside of

2. Connect the fully charged battery to the plug in the battery

compartment. Observe the correct polarity.

3. Fix battery in place and replace screws.

CHARGE BATTERY Only charge the battery pack using the charger supplied. Charging procedure:

1. Connect the battery pack to the charger and make sure that

the plug fits properly (see illustration).

2. Now connect the charger to a conventional power socket.

3. The charging time of the battery is max. 4-5 hours.15 // GB

1. Open the battery compartment lid on the underside of the

2. Insert fully charged rechargeable batteries or new AA bat-

teries observing the correct polarity. Close the cover on the battery compartment again. Ensure that the cover clicks properly into place. Check that it is in its correct position.

1. First of all, insert the transmitter batteries. (LED flashes).

2. Now you can activate the model.

Slide the main switch (Power) on the underside of the model to “ON”. The LED on the transmitter goes out if the connection is successful. The vehicle is now ready for use.GB // 16

Use the throttle lever to make the model move forwards or backwards. Use the steering wheel to steer the model to the left or right. Forwards Left ON-Road/OFF- Road function button Wall or obstacle Backwards ON-Road OFF-Road Right

OFF-ROAD/ON-ROAD FUNCTION

OFF-Road function: - Vehicle turns into an all-terrain model with high ground clearance - The OFF-Road function is only available in one direction - If the model is on its back, the OFF-Road function will not work. Flip-Back function: This function is only possible in the ON-Road position. - Vehicle flips over backwards and continues driving on its roof Function button: This switches the model to an OFF-Road/ON-Road vehicle.17 // GB NOW YOU CAN SET OFF ON YOUR TRAVELS Avoid continuous running. Allow the motor to cool down approxi- mately 30 minutes after running. Never run the model on public roads or streets, as it could endanger traffic. BINDING Linking the transmitter identification code to the receiver (binding)

If the vehicle stops responding to the transmitter, switch the trans- mitter and vehicle off and then back on again. The transmitter and vehicle will link up with each other again.

CAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING THE RC MODEL

• Never run the model in crowded areas, near or toward people or animals, to prevent property damage and/or personal injury.

• Never run the model on grassland. Twining grass may hinder axle rotation and may cause motor heat buildup.

• Never run the model on sand, marsh and mud.

• Never run the model near rivers, ponds or lakes as to prevent RC model from dropping into the water.

• Never drive the model outdoors in rain or snow-fall. Operate the vehicle only on dry ground (puddles and snow must be avoided).