Radio Shack Flipz Racer User manual

60-501
60-502
User’s Guide
Flipz Racer
Flipz Truck
Age 8+
Thank you for purchasing your Flipz Racer/ Flipz Truck from
RadioShack. Please read this user’s guide before installing,
setting up, and using your new Flipz.

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Package contents
• Controller • Antenna
• Lower Car Body with Chassis
• Upper Car Body • Li-Po Battery Charger
• Decal Sheet • Li-Po Battery
• User’s Guide • Quick Start
Features
• Races right-side up or upside down for awesome tricks,
spins, and stunts.
• Bounces off obstacles, changes directions and keeps going.
• Includes high-power battery and charger for greater speed
and more intense action.
1Charge the Li-Po Battery
Before use, charge the Li-Po battery using
six AA alkaline batteries.
1. Slide the power switch to OFF. Unscrew
the battery compartment cover.
2. Insert six AA alkaline batteries (not
included) matching the polarity symbols
(+and –) marked inside. Replace the
cover and tighten the screws.
3. Slide the power switch to ON. Both the
red and green LEDs light.
4. Insert the Li-Po battery matching the
polarity marks as shown. The green LED
blinks.
5. The green LED stops blinking when the
battery is fully charged. Remove the
battery and turn off the charger.
AA
AA
AA
AA
AA
AA
ON/OFF

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nNotes:
• It takes about 30 minutes to charge the Li-Po battery.
• Replace the AA batteries the in the charger when the red
LED does not light.
• You also can use a DC 9V 300mA AC adapter (not
included) to power the charger.
2Install Li-Po and 9V Batteries
1. Turn off the car and controller.
2. Insert one 9V battery (not supplied) in the controller’s
battery compartment matching the polarity (+ and –)
marked inside.
3. Unscrew the battery cover of the chassis and install the
fully charged Li-Po battery, matching the polarity marks
inside. The battery only fits one way.
4. Replace the cover and tighten the screw.
9V

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bBattery Notes:
• You can power your Flipz with two AAA alkaline batteries
instead of the Li-Po battery, but you may not have all the
stunt functions.
• Thoroughly check the charger and Li-Po battery before
charging.
• The Li-Po battery included in the package needs to be
charged before using for the first time. Remove the battery
after charging.
• Use only the Li-Po battery and charger included in the
package as it is specially designed to use for Flipz.
• Always charge the battery under adult supervision.
• Allow the Li-Po battery to cool down before recharging.
• Do not charge your battery under direct sunlight, heated,
humid places or inside a vehicle.
• Do not dismantle or solder the charger nor the battery.
• If your charger or Li-Po battery is extremely hot, smoking,
expands, smells or the green LED doesn’t blink, turn off
your charger and remove the battery.
• Use only fresh batteries of the required size and type. Do
not mix old and new batteries, different types of batteries
(standard, alkaline, or rechargeable), or rechargeable
batteries of different capacities.
• Dispose of batteries promptly and properly. Do not burn
or bury them. If you do not plan to use the vehicle for a
long time, remove the batteries from both the vehicle and
controller.
• If the electrolyte in the cells should get on your skin,
thoroughly wash with soap and water. If in the eyes, rinse
thoroughly with cool water. Immediately seek medical
attention.
• Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for charging the
battery and do not charge longer than recommended.

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3Mount the Car Body
1. Align the rear side of the upper car body to match the rear
side of the chassis (the power switch is located in the rear).
2. Snap the car body into the magnet holders of the chassis.
The lower car body should match inverted the upper car
body.
ON/OFF
(Rear of car)
Car Chassis
Upper Car
Body
Lower Car
Body

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4Install the Antenna
Screw the antenna firmly into the controller’s
antenna hole.
5Drive the Car
1. Turn on the controller and the car. The power LED lights.
2. Use the controller’s levers to move forward, backward, and
steer your car.
3. Turn off the controller and the car when you finish driving.
Power LED
Move Backward
Pull both levers backward
ON/OFF
Move Forward
Push both levers forward
Stop
Return to
middle
Turn left
Push left
lever
Turn right
Push right
lever

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Wheelie Flip: While driving
the car straight at full speed
quickly reverse both levers.
Spin: Push one lever forward
and pull the other lever
backward at the same time.
nNotes:
• To play spin and flip function, you need to power your car
with the supplied Li-Po battery.
• You can remove the car body for a more bouncy drive.
• When the power indicator of the controller lights dimly,
replace with fresh battery.
• When the speed slows to a stop, recharge the Li-Po battery.
wSafety Precautions:
• This product is designed to play indoors only. Avoid hitting
pets, furniture, or people.
• Keep your vehicle dry.
• Do not pick up vehicle while it is in motion. Keep fingers,
hair, and loose clothing away from the wheels.
• Do not bend antenna on purpose as it may cause injury.
• A nearby CB radio can interfere with your vehicle’s control.
If this happens, move away from the radio.
• Do not modify or tamper your vehicle as it may cause
malfunction and will invalidate the warranty.

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Specifications
Li-Po Battery life per full charge......................Approx. 5 minutes
Charging time .................................................Approx. 30 minutes
Max climbing angle......................................................30 degrees
Control distance .........................................................26 feet (8 m)
Frequency..............................................................27 MHz/49 MHz
Speed ............................................................... up to 660 feet/min
Drive.................................................................................... 4-wheel
Specifications are subject to change and improvement without
notice. Actual product may vary from the images found in this
document.
FCC Information
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult your local RadioShack store or an experienced radio/TV techni-
cian for help.
If you cannot eliminate the interference, the FCC requires that you stop
using your product. Changes or modifications not expressly approved
by RadioShack may cause interference and void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.

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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 any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Limited Warranty
RadioShack warrants this product against defects in materials and
workmanship under normal use by the original purchaser for ninety (90)
days after the date of purchase from a RadioShack-owned store or an
authorized RadioShack franchisee or dealer. RADIOSHACK MAKES NO
OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES.
This warranty does not cover: (a) damage or failure caused by or
attributable to abuse, misuse, failure to follow instructions, improper
installation or maintenance, alteration, accident, Acts of God (such
as floods or lightning), or excess voltage or current; (b) damage or
failure caused by loss of control, loss of signal between the toy and its
controller due to excessive range or low power, impact, violent contact,
collision or rough use; (c) improper or incorrectly performed repairs
by persons who are not a RadioShack Authorized Service Facility; (d)
consumables such as fuses or batteries; (e) ordinary wear and tear or
cosmetic damage; (f) transportation, shipping or insurance costs; (g)
costs of product removal, installation, set-up service, adjustment or
reinstallation; and (h) claims by persons other than the original purchaser.
Should a problem occur that is covered by this warranty, take the
product and the RadioShack sales receipt as proof of purchase date to
any RadioShack store. RadioShack will, at its option, unless otherwise
provided by law: (a) repair the product without charge for parts and
labor; (b) replace the product with the same or a comparable product;
or (c) refund the purchase price. All replaced parts and products,
and products on which a refund is made, become the property of
RadioShack. New or reconditioned parts and products may be used
in the performance of warranty service. Repaired or replaced parts and
products are warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period.
You will be charged for repair or replacement of the product made after
the expiration of the warranty period.
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND, IF APPLICABLE, THE IMPLIED WARRANTY
OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL EXPIRE ON THE
EXPIRATION OF THE STATED WARRANTY PERIOD.

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EXCEPT AS DESCRIBED ABOVE, RADIOSHACK SHALL HAVE
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PRODUCT OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO
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