Schumacher Atom 2 User manual

S1508 ISS1
71-73 Tenter Road
Moulton Park
Northampton
NN3 6AX
U.K.
Instruction Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES
We strongly recommend that anyone driving RC cars, or organising events, should obtain third
party liability insurance. In the UK this can be done by joining the BRCA. www.brca.org
This product is not suitable for children under the age of 14, without the direct
supervision of a responsible adult.
Select an area for assembly that is away from the reach of small children.
The parts in this kit are small and can be swallowed by children causing choking
and possible internal injuries.
Exercise care when using hand tools and sharp instruments during assembly.
Carefully read all manufacturers warnings and cautions for any additional items
used in the construction.
In line with our policy of continuous development the exact details of the kit may vary.
DO NOT use this car on public roads or in places where it can interfere with
traffic, people or animals.
Always check the operation of the radio with the wheels off the ground, before
using the car.
Make sure the radio and car batteries are fully charged before use.
Disconnect and remove the battery from the car when not in use.
Always store and charge LiPo batteries in a fireproof container.
DO NOT put fingers or any objects inside rotating or moving parts as this may
cause injury.
Make sure the charger is correctly set for the type of battery you are using.
Incorrect charging may cause a fire.
Insulate all exposed electrical wiring. Exposed or damaged wires can cause
short circuits and fire.
The motor and speed controller can become hot during use.
DO NOT touch them immediately after using your car as this may cause injury.
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AM701011 - Low Profile 4mm Connector 24K - pk2
AM701012 - Low Profile 5mm Connector 24K - pk2
E.S.C
Wheels and Tyres
Motor
Servo
CR044 Curved Body Scissors
U3107 - Solder
Soldering Iron
CR266 40w
CR275 80w
U4229 Steel Spanner - 5.5mm/3.9mm
Li-Po Battery
CR233
Piston Drilling Kit
1.1-1.8mm (8 bits)
AM110115 Allen Wrench 1.5
AM110120 Allen Wrench 2.0
AM110125 Allen Wrench 2.5
AM110130 Allen Wrench 3.0
AM150150 Nut Driver 5.0 (M2.5)
AM150155 Nut Driver 5.5 (M3)
AM150170 Nut Driver 7.0 (M4)
AM190003 Reamer With End Cap For Lexan Body
CR522 CORE RC
Pro Tyre Glue + 2 Nozzles
CORE RC Paint
CR600 to CR631
CR666 to CR672
CR115
CORE RC Silicone Wire 12AWG Red/Black/Blue 50cm
Pinion
Bodyshell
Transmitter and Receiver
Schumacher Racing stocks and
distributes the following
manufacturers products and full
product listings are
available on our website at
www.racing-cars.com
PLEASE NOTE THAT SOME OF THE
PRODUCT RANGES BELOW ARE ONLY
AVAILABLE IN THE UNITED KINGDOM.
LC RACING
ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED
PAGE 1

Leave loose for now
(adjusted later)
M3 x 25 x 1
M3 x 8
x 5
M3 Nyloc
x 1
M3 Nut
x 1
M3 x 8
x 2
M3 x 6
x 2
M2.5 x 8
x 1
STEP 1
PAGE 2
STEP 2

Use the M3x12 Cap head
screw and washers to fit the
inserts.
Tighten the screw until
the M3 thread insert is
pulled into the carbon fibre
part as shown.
Set 3.5mm for now
Note the orientation
of the inserts.
M3 Thread Insert
M3 x 4
x 2
M3 x 6
x 2
M3 x 6
x 2
M3 x 8
x 2
M3 x 12 x 1
M3 Thread Insert
x 4
M3 Washer
x 3
M3 x 8 Patched
x 1
Ball Stud Short
x 1
M3 x 8
x 2
M3 x 6
x 2
STEP 3
PAGE 3

Leave loose for now
(adjusted later)
2.00mm
M3 x 6
x 2
M2.5 x 8
x 4
x 3
Ball Stud Ultra Short
STEP 4
PAGE 4
STEP 5
A

Adjust all 5 M2.5x8 screws
to give minimal clearance
with no drag, so the pod
rotates freely.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN
M3 Thread Insert
x 10
x 2
Ball Stud Ultra Short
M3 x 8 Patched
x 2
M3 x 6
x 2
M3 x 12
x 4
Black 6.0 mm
x 4
A
STEP 5
PAGE 5
STEP 6
B

Leave loose for now
M3 x 8
x 2
M3 Thread Insert
x 1
M3 x 8
x 4
x 1
Ball Stud Ultra Short
STEP 6
PAGE 6
STEP 7
B

Make two side dampers
with the short sockets
Make the centre damper
with the long sockets
Use the included spanner
to tighten sockets.
SILICONE
OIL
30000 cst
M3 x 14
x 3
SILICONE
OIL
12000 cst
STEP 8
PAGE 7
STEP 8
A
B

Use the slide in spacers
to adjust ride height.
Base setting
Use all 4 spacers
Top
Bottom
Fit the beam the
correct way round
M3 x 16 x 4
STEP 9
PAGE 8
STEP 9
A
B

Set the screw flush
with the lockstop
DO NOT overtighten
M3 x 6
x 2
M3 Washer
x 2
Black 2.0 mm
x 2
M3 Nyloc
x 2
Ball Stud Long
x 2
M3 Washer
x 2
M3 x 8
x 2
STEP 10
PAGE 9
STEP 11