Hobbico HCAZ0421 User manual

Transmitter
Decal Sheet Chassis
Body
Action Accessory
IMPORTANT: Please read all instructions thoroughly before operating your vehicle.
Instruction Manual
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·Adult supervision is recommended.
·Do not allow children under age 3 to play with the R/C MicroSizers
PowerBrutes or radio transmitter. The model contains small parts
which could accidentally be swallowed and cause suffocation.
·Keep hair, loose clothing, face and fingers away from the tires
and wheels while the model is running.
·The transmitter's antenna could also cause injury if played with
violently or looped around the neck.
·Never operate your R/C MicroSizers PowerBrutes on streets or
in any areas where full-size vehicles are.
·Donot pickupyourR/C MicroSizers PowerBruteswhen it is in motion.
·R/C MicroSizers PowerBrutes were designed for indoor use
only. Outdoor use may lead to failure due to dirt and dust.
·Do not run your R/C MicroSizers PowerBrutes on rugs or
carpeting. The fibers may become tangled in the model and
cause damage or failure.
·Never charge, run or store your R/C MicroSizers PowerBrutes in
a location subject to high temperatures, low temperatures or
high humidity. Do not store in direct sunlight.
·To avoid electronic malfunction, do not allow the truck to
become wet. Short circuits will produce a very strong electrical
current. Should your R/C MicroSizers PowerBrutes become
wet, stop using it immediately.
·Never attempt to disassemble or solder the model. Do not put
it into fire.
·Do not drop your R/C MicroSizers PowerBrutes from high places.
Box Contents
General Safety Precautions
R/C MicroSizers are recommended for ages 8 and older.To ensure the safety and fun of young modelers, please follow these operating
instructions and general safety rules:
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Only one body style included per kit. Collect them all!

How to assemble your R/C MicroSizers PowerBrutes How to install the batteries
STEP 2: Mount the body.
STEP 3: Install the tool attachment.
Place the numbered stickers at the locations shown in the illustration.
➊Pull to remove the front grille.
➋Press in and push up at the front to remove the hood.
Reverse these steps to reattach the hood and grille.
➌ Fit the rear of the tool attachment against the chassis tab
located directly below the body’s front windshield. Snap the tool
attachment down to fit securely onto the chassis. Make sure that
the tool snaps into place firmly. If it does not operate properly, try
installing it again. Reverse these steps to remove the tool.
☞IMPORTANT! To operate the Action Accessory, simply
snap it into place. Then, press your controller's Action Activator
button.The accessory will engage and begin working.
➋Open the cover on the right side of the transmitter. Position the
model parallel to the transmitter with the headlights pointing up. Use
the illustrations above to align the model with the pins on the
transmitter and snap it into place.
➊Thread the antenna through the hole in the top of the body.
➋ ➀ Fit the slot in the rear of the body over the tab at the back
of the chassis. ➁ Then snap the front in place.
➌ For maximum control (8 to 10 ft. [2.4-3.0m] range), extend
the antenna wire straight up.
➊Remove the battery cover screw with a Phillips screwdriver.
➋ Install your batteries with the correct polarity.
This transmitter requires 2 "AA" alkaline batteries. Never use
other types of batteries.
➌ Replace the battery cover and tighten the screw.
How to charge the vehicle
➊Set the transmitter switch to ON.
ON/OFF
SWITCH
TRANSMITTER
CHARGER
DOOR
➌ The metal contacts on the model
and the charger must make contact.
While charging, keep pressing the
chassis against the transmitter and
make sure the CHG light is on.
➍ The LED (CHG) on the front of the transmitter will light for 45
seconds.When it goes out, the battery has completed charging.
☞If the model is attached before the transmitter is switched
on, it will not charge.
STEP 1: Apply the stickers.
CHARGE
LED
CHARGER
COVER As a reference point,
start by inserting this
pin in the middle
of this slot.

How to drive
After running
How to operate the tool attachment
ANTENNA
➊ Gently pull up the antenna
by hand.Never attempt to extend
the antenna by turning or
pushing the dial on the back of
the transmitter.
➋ Turn on the transmitter switch.
Throttle (left toggle control) - Move the truck forward by pushing
up, or reverse by pushing down.
Steering Wheel (right toggle control) - Steer the front tires left or
right by pushing the right toggle control.
By operating the toggle controls on both the right and left
simultaneously, the truck can move forward-right, forward-left,
reverse-right, or reverse-left.
☞To run two R/C MicroSizers cars or PowerBrutes together,
each must be on a different frequency.
➊ Turn the winder on the back of the transmitter to store the
antenna. Do not force the antenna back inside the transmitter
by hand.
➋ Switch the transmitter off. Always turn the switch off when not
in use to extend your battery life.
☞If the truck does not go
straight when pushing the left
toggle control up, move the
trim lever on the bottom of
the chassis to the left or right
to make adjustments.
ON/OFF
SWITCH
ANTENNA WINDER
STRAIGHT LINE
TRIM CONTROL
THROTTLE
CONTROL
STEERING
CONTROL
➊ Press the transmitter’s
Action Activator button
to move the tool up
and down.
➍ When installing a motor,
make sure that the motor
contacts are in the proper
position as shown
Model Battery Care Transmitter Battery Care
A rechargeable battery has been built in to the main body of the
model. Using the battery incorrectly will cause it to leak, rupture
or ignite. Follow these precautions:
·If your R/C MicroSizers PowerBruteshas been unused for a long
period or you are charging its built-in battery for the first time,
the battery may not charge to full capacity. This does not
indicate battery failure.Recharging and running the model 4 or
5 times will gradually lengthen run times.
·Fully discharge the battery by running the truck before recharging.
·Charge the battery only when the truck is NOT running. To prevent
overcharging, never recharge a battery which has already been
fully charged. This will not increase running speed.
·Recharge the battery only with the transmitter's built-in charger.
·If the chassis becomes warm, let it cool before running again.
This product uses a NiCd battery. NiCd batteries are recyclable,
and a valuable resource. To dispose of the battery, remove it and
take it to a recycling center.
Always use AA alkaline batteries. If improper batteries are used
in the transmitter, they may become hot, leak and may rupture.
Follow these precautions:
·Never use rechargeable batteries, such as NiCds, in
the transmitter.
·Do not mix different types of batteries, or old and new batteries.
·When changing batteries, replace ALL of the old batteries with
new ones.
·Make sure the batteries are installed with the correct polarity
as shown in the battery compartment.
·Do not charge or disassemble your transmitter batteries.Never
allow them to become hot or to burn. To avoid short-circuits,
avoid getting them wet.
·If liquid from inside the batteries contacts your skin or clothes,
wash them with water. If leaked battery fluid gets into your eyes,
flush them immediately with cool water and seek medical
attention. Do not rub eyes.
·You can race about 50 times with new AA alkaline batteries.
Important Battery Information
ACTION
ACTIVATOR
How to change the drive motor
➊ Pull off the heatsink
with your fingers.
➋ Pull out the motor.
➌ Install a new motor.
Optional motors (available separately) can be installed for higher performance.
Shaded area must
be toward the front
of the chassis.
HEATSINK

Troubleshooting
MicroSnap Motor 2.2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .HCAC1301
MicroSnap Motor 2.6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .HCAC1305
MicroSnap Motor 3.0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .HCAC1307
MicroSizers Pit Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .HCAP0003
Guide Rail & Pylon Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .HCAC1203
PowerBrutes Arena . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .HCAC1204
R/C MicroSizers
Stage a battle of the PowerBrutes
The optional R/C MicroSizers PowerBrutes Battle Arena (sold
separately) provides the perfect test of your battle skills and a
stage to see whose PowerBrutes is the MOST powerful!
·Navigate narrow bridges and rugged platforms.
·Reach the rotating central platform for a fierce Lug vs.
Scrape showdown!
·Arena sections can be rearranged for endless variety of
maneuvering challenges.
TRUCK DOES NOT RUN
TRUCK DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY
TRUCK MOVES UNCONTROLLABLY
Transmitter battery capacity is low, or no
batteries have been installed.
Transmitter is not switched on.
Model is not assembled correctly.
Radio signals don't seem to reach the model.
Motor/battery life has expired.
Is there dust on the tires and/or wheels?
Is the trim lever in a straight position?
Are you driving your truck on a rug?
Interference from reflected radio waves
Are you running with another truck on the
same radio frequency?
Install two brand-new "AA" alkaline
batteries (they MUST be alkaline).
Move the switch of the transmitter to "ON".
Then, charge the truck and race.
Reassemble it correctly, paying close
attention to the instruction steps.
Fully extend the antenna. Maximum range
is 8 to 10 feet [2.4-3.0m].
Replacement motors are sold separately.
Remove dust/lint from the tires and wheels.
Adjust the trim lever until the truck moves
straight ahead.
R/C MicroSizers PowerBrutes are not
intended for running on rugs or carpets.
Turn off electronic devices or move to a
different location.
Each truck must be on a different frequency.
Symptom Probable cause Correction
Entire Contents © Copyright 2003 V1.0 Printed in China HCAZ0421 for PowerBrutes
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such
modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Meets Canada 210 requirements. Carrier Frequency: 27.145MHz Power: 2µV/m Carrier Frequency: 49.860MHz Power: 4µV/m