RUKO 1601PRO User manual

14+
for age
User Manual
v1.0

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Contents
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1 Using This Manual
2 Package Contents
3 Safety Precautions
1.1 Legend
1.2 Read Before Start The RC Car
1.3 Video Tutorials
3.1 Warning
3.2 Battery and Charging Safety Precautions
3.3 IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER
6.1 Battery charging
6.2 Remove the model body
6.3 How to install the battery
6.4 Install transmitter battery
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4 Rmote Control Car Overview
5 Transmitter Introduction
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6 Prepration
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7.1 Choose the appropriate location to play
7.2 Car and Transmitter Pairing
7.3 Controlling Method
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7 Operation
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8 Drift Function
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9 Assembly Guide
9.1 Replace the ESC
9.2 Replace the Tires
9.3 Replacement parts
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10 Product Maintenance 25
11 Troubleshooting 26

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The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels
of potential harm when operating this product :
Read the following documents before using Ruko RC car.
User Manual
Quick Start Guide
Disclaimer and Safety Guidelines
1.1 Legend
1.2 Read Before Use the RC Car
Recommend Warning Hints & Tips Reference
1 Using This Manual
Scan the QR code to watch the guide videos, which
demonstrate how to operate this model.
1.3 Video Tutorials
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*The content of the package is subject to the actual product
2 Package Contents
Body Chassis Transmitter
Steering linkage Hexagon nut wrench Hex wrench
Lithium-ion Battery pack Charger Drift tires
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3.1 Warning
Thank you for choosing this product. The remote control model is designed to be fun to drive and
uses high quality parts to improve durability and performance. The instruction manual you are
reading is to make the product easier to understand and explain more thoroughly. We hope you
enjoy this remote control model car. If you have any problems or need help, please call us and we
will try our best to help you. You can also contact us through the following website: www. rukoto
ys. com
This is a high-performance and precise radio control model product, which needs regular
maintenance to obtain the best performance.
We have the necessary parts and accessories on sale, so that you can maintain the model
to help it achieve its best performance.
The warning or attention symbol will alert you to potentially dangerous steps. Please read
and understand the instructions carefully before proceeding.
The product contains small and sharp parts. Keep away from children.
Cutters, nippers and screwdrivers need careful handling.
DO NOT put the model in high temperature, humidity and direct sunlight.
The model must stop immediately and check the reasons when it is operating abnormal.
The motor is a heating part, please do not touch it.
Please keep the package or instructions as they contain important information.
3.2 Battery and Charging Safety Precautions
REMOVE the batteries from the car before charging.
DO NOT expose the batteries and charger to water or moisture or fire or any other source
of ignition.
DO NOT let any exposed battery contacts or wires touch each other. This will cause the battery
to short circuit and create the risk of fire.
While charging, ALWAYS place the battery on a nonflammable surface such as concrete,
REMOVE flammable items and combustible materials from the charging area.
NEVER charge batteries on wood, cloth, carpet or on any other flammable material.
DO NOT place objects on top of the charger or batteries.
DO NOT disassemble, crush the batteries or cells, if the battery is damaged in any way, do
NOT charge, discharge, or use the battery.
3 Safety Precautions

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3.3 IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER
When charging, ALWAYS keep the battery under supervision, if a battery gets very hot to
touch during the charging process, disconnect the battery from the charger and discontinue
charging immediately.
The model is controlled by radio, it is subject to radio interference from many sources that
are beyond your control. Always reserve a safety margin in all directions around the model
in order to prevent collisions.
Range test is nessary for your radio system in the area that you intend to run the model, this
is to ensure that you have the range you want to drive. After range testing, drive slowly in
the area at first to make sure there is no interference, that can cause momentary lapses of
control.
The motors, batteries, and speed control can become hot during use. Be careful to avoid
getting burned.
Drive the model with companion, who can act as a spotter to alert you if a person or animal
is approaching.
Do not operate the model at night, or at anytime your line of sight to the model is not clear.
Always carefully inspect your model for loose components or damage before operating,
tighten any loose hardware. Do not drive the model if it is damaged in any way.
Always keep your hands away from any moving parts whenever the batteries are plugged
in. Never pick up the model by its tires or wheels.
This mode is NOT waterproof, if small amount of water gets into the model motors and
battery connector part, please turn off and dry out the model immediately .
Choose the right location to drive. Your model is absolutely not suitble for using on public
roads or congested areas where its operation can conflict with or disrupt pedestrian or
vehicular trafc. This is to prevent the possibility of any injury to human being or animal caused
by the collisions.
If there are any signs of a malfunction or in the event of an emergency, unplug the charger
from the power source and disconnect the batteries from the charger.
NEVER overcharge, ALWAYS unplug the charger and disconnect the batteries when fully
charged.
ALWAYS store battery packs safely out of the reach of children and pets.

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4 Remote Control Car Overview
Body assembly
1601-001
1601-002
1601-003
1603-005
1603-004
1601-011
1601-012
1601-013
1601-014
1601-0091601-0081601-016 1601-006
1601-009
1601-010
1601-0071601-008
Tire
Motor
3mm Locknut
Headlight group
Body pins
Front shock
tower
Rear shock
tower
Steering
servo
Rear bumper
Battery hold-down
Front shock
Rear shockUpper
chassis
Front bumper
assembly
2.4GHz Integrated
ESC
Li-ion Battery

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5 Transmitter Introduction
Power switch
Transmitter function main
interface
Default steering
wheel direction
Default throttle trigger
direction
Backward
Forward
Turn
right
Turn
left
Throttle speed limit
switch Car lights control
button
The car lights color
mode can be switched
and the car lights can
be switched off.
-ESP+
TH.REV
OFF
CH4
CH3
ON
ST.REV
RX
TX
ST.TRIM ST.D/R

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By switching the speed switch buttons, there are three speed choices.
Low speed mode:
Throttle output limited to 50%.
Medium speed mode:
Throttle output limited to 75%.
High speed mode:
100% throttle output.
Turn left
Go forward
Go backward
Turn right
Electronic stability system (ESP)
gyroscope action ratio adjusting
knob Steering trim knob
Throttle
reverse
Car status
indicator (green) Transmitter
indicator (red)
Steering
reverse
Steering range
adjustment knob
Low Min Max High
-ESP+
TH.REV ST.REV
RX
TX
ST.TRIM ST.D/R

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The ESP function doesn't work when the remote control car goes in reverse.
When the remote control car is moving forward, to get the gyroscope works, it is
necessary to pull the throttle trigger more than 30%.
With the increase of car speed, the auto gyroscope adjustment frenquency is also
increases accordingly.
ESP function
This model is equipped with ESP car stabilization system which is assisted with gyroscope
sensor, it can effectively help correct the car attitude and direction during operation. The function
and sensitivity of the car gyroscope sensor can be adjusted through the ESP knob of the transmitter.
When the car can't drive in a straight line, please use the ESP knob to adjust the senstivity of gyroscope.
It is required to adjust the gyroscope adjustment action frequency according to the model situation
and operation surface status.
Steering trim
The ST.TRIM knob is used to adjust the front wheel position to center position, it can ensure the
car run in a straight line. Please adjust the wheel to center position before start the car. During the
operation, if the car can not drive in a straight line, please use thesteering trim knob to adjust and
correct the left and right directions of the front wheels.
-ESP+
Decrease/increase the frenquency
of gyroscope adjustment action
Decrease the adjustment
action frenquency
Increase the adjustment
action frenquency
Steering trim
ST.TRIM When the front wheel
is left, the knob rotates
to the right.
When the front wheel
is right, the knob
rotates to the left.

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Steering range trim
The ST.D/R knob is to set the steering range, turn the knob clockwise to increase the steering
range; turn the knob anticlockwise to reduce the steering range.
Weak signal alert
When the signal is weak or the signal is interrupted, the red indicator of the transmitter will flash
quickly. Please operate within the effective control distance to avoid accidents.
ST.D/R
Steering range
adjustment
Minimum
steering
angle
Maximum
steering
angle
-ESP+
TH.REV ST.REV
RX
TX
ST.TRIM ST.D/R
-ESP+
TH.REV ST.REV
RX
TX
ST.TRIM ST.D/R
Low battery alert
When the battery of the transmitter is low, the red indicator of the transmitter will flash slowly.
When the car battery is low, the transmitter green indicator light flashes. The battery should be
replaced as soon as possible to avoid accidents.
TX
Car low battery
Transmitter low battery
RX
Weak signal
TX

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6 Prepration
6.1 Battery charging
Do not put the battery in the model when charging.
The battery must be cooled down to room temperature before charging.
Please use the charger provided with the product and make sure it is connected
properly.
The charging process must be under supervision.
The battery only contains small amount of power when out of the factory, please charge the
batteries before first usage. Connect the attached charger with the model battery charging
input port, and then connect with USB adapter. When charging, the charging indicator is flashing
green, and the light will turn to solid green when fully charged. Charging time is around 2.5
hrs, operating time on car is 20mins when at a level surface and in average medium speed.
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Battery input port
Li-ion Battery
Charger output port
Charging
Charger box
Power
USB adapter (not included)
5V = 2A

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6.3 How to install the battery turn on the power
6.2 Remove the model body
Remove the body
Pull out the body pins Pull out the body pins
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1)
Pull out the pins
Remove the battery
hold-down
Put the battery in the slot
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After the battery is assembled, reset the body.
Battery hold-down reset
Clips reset
The battery output port and
the ESC input port are
correctly connected. Press for 3 second to turn on the power.
The lights flash and car is in the process of
pairing with tramsmitter.
Press for 2 seconds to turn off the power.
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⑦
ON/OFF

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6.4 Install transmitter battery
Mind the orientation
(Not included)
Open battery cover at the bottom of transmitter. Install batteries.
Follow the direction of batteries designated in the inside of the battery box.
1.5V×4 AA Alkaline Batteries
Battery Cover

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7 Operation
Do not touch the throttle
trigger when turning
on the power of the
transmitter.
Please use this product on a flat and smooth floor in an open area (> 14x14ft) with no
pedestrians. Do not play on high, uneven, sand, grass, beds, sofas, carpets, etc. DO NOT
operate in public streets or crowded places to avoid accidents.
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7.1 Choose the appropriate location to play
Place the car on a level surface, turn on the car and the transmitter, the frenquency match
will complete automatically. During the process, the car lights and transmitter indicator
light will flash rapidly. When the lights turn to solid, the car and transmitter are paired
successfully. At the same time, the gyroscope is being calibrated automatically.
7.2 Car and Transmitter Pairing
Consistent direction
OFF ON
Turn on the power of
the transmitter, and
the red indicator light
will flash quickly.

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ALWAYS start with low speed
7.3 Controlling Method
Low speed High speed Brake/ Backward
Pull the throttle trigger
back gently and the car
will move forward
slowly.
The throttle trigger is
pulled to the maximum,
and the car moves
forward quickly.
When the car is moving forward in order to
go backward : first push on the throttle will
bring the car to a stop. The second throttle
push will make the car go in reverse.
Turn left
Go forward Go backward
Turn right
Steering wheel
Throttle trigger Throttle trigger
Steering wheel

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8 Drift Function
With the special design and strong power, this model also can perform excellent drift function.
It is required to operate on a smooth and low friction surface for the drift function
Must replace with the drift tires before start
The operation of drift requires continuous practice to become more skilled
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Turn left
Turn left
Go forward
Turn rightGo forward
Go backward Turn rightGo backward
Turn left and move forward
Turn right and move forward
Turn left and move backward Turn right and move backward
Steering wheelThrottle trigger
Steering wheelThrottle trigger
Steering wheelThrottle trigger Steering wheelThrottle trigger