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IMPORTANT NOTES – GENERAL
• This product is not suitable for children except under the direct supervision of an
adult.
• Carefully read all manufacturers warnings and cautions for any parts used in the
construction and use of your model.
• Assemble this kit only in places away from the reach of very small children.
• First-time builders should seek advice from people who have building
experience in order to assemble the model correctly and to allow the model to reach
its performance potential.
• Exercise care when using tools and sharp instruments.
• Take care when building, as some parts may have sharp edges.
• Keep small parts out of reach of small children.
• Immediately after using your model, do NOT touch equipment on the model such
as the engine and muffler, because they generate high temperatures. You may burn
yourself seriously touching them.
• Follow the operating instructions for the radio equipment at all times.
• Do not put fingers or any objects inside rotating and moving parts, as
this may cause damage or serious injury.
• Be sure that your operating frequency is clear before turning on or running your
model, and never share the same frequency with somebody else at the same time.
Ensure that others are aware of the operating frequency you are using and when you
are using it.
• Always turn on your transmitter before you turn on the receiver in the car. Always turn
off the receiver before turning your transmitter off.
• Keep the wheels of the model off the ground when checking the operation of the
radio equipment.
• Disconnect the battery pack before storing your model.
• When learning to operate your model, go to an area that has no obstacles that can
damage your model if your model suffers a collision.
• Remove any sand, mud, dirt, grass or water before putting your model away.
• If the model behaves strangely, immediately stop the model, check and clear the
problem.
• To prevent any serious personal injury and/or damage to property, please be
responsible when operating all remote controlled models. Extra attention is called
for when operating any nitro powered model. These models can reach very high
speeds and use highly poisonous and flammable fuels. Exhaust sound becomes
noise sometimes to the other people.
• Do not use your model:
- Near real cars, animals, or people that are unaware that an R/C car is being
driven.
- In places where children and people gather
- In residential districts and parks
- In limited indoor spaces
- In wet conditions
- In the street
- In areas where where loud noises can disturb others, such as hospitals andresidential
areas.
- Never run indoors. There is a high risk of fire and/or damage.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Take enough safety precautions prior to operating this model. You are responsible for this model‘s assembly and safe operation! Please read the instruction
manual before building and operating this model and follow all safety precautions. This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
IMPORTANT
Always keep the instruction manual at hand for quick reference, even after completing the assembly. Use only genuine and original authentic Xray parts for maximum
performance. Improper operations may cause personal and/or property damage. XRAY and its distributors have no control over damage resulting from shipping, improper
construction, or improper usage. XRAY assumes and accepts no responsibility for personal and/or property damages resulting from the use of improper building materials,
equipment and operations. By the act of assembling or operating this product, the user accepts all resulting liability. If the buyer is not prepared to accept this liability, then he/she
should return this kit in new, unassembled, and unused condition to the place of purchase.The XB8R is a high competition, high quality, 1/8-scale nitro off-road car for persons
age 16 and older. This is not a toy, it is a precision racing model.
XRAY guarantees this model kit to be free from defects in both material and workmanship. The total monetary value under warranty will in no case exceed the cost of the original
kit purchased. This warranty does not cover any components damaged by use or modification or as a result of wear. Part or parts missing from this kit must be reported within 60
days of purchase. No part or parts will be sent under warranty without proof of purchase. Should you find a defective or missing part, contact the local distributor. Service and
customer support will be provided through local hobby store where you have purchased the kit, therefore make sure to purchase any XRAY products at your local hobby store.
IMPORTANT NOTES – ELECTRICAL
• Insulate any exposed electrical wiring (using heat shrink tubing or electrical
tape) to prevent dangerous short circuits.
• Use a recommended charger for the receiver and transmitter batteries
and follow the instructions correctly. Over-charging, incorrect charging, or
using inferior chargers can cause the batteries to become dangerously hot.
• Regularly check the charger for potential hazards such as damage to the
cable, plug, casing or other defects. Ensure that any damage is rectified
before using the charger again.
• Do not allow the transmitter batteries to become low on charge, otherwise
you risk losing control of the model.
• Do not allow any metal part to short circuit the receiver batteries or other
electrical/electronic device on the model.
IMPORTANT NOTES – NITRO ENGINES
• Always test the brakes and the throttle before starting your engine to avoid
losing control of the model.
• Make sure the air filter is clean and oiled.
• Never run your engine without an air filter. Your engine can be seriously
damaged if dirt and debris get inside the engine.
• For proper engine break-in, please refer to the manual that came with the
engine.
• Do not run near open flames or smoke while running your model or while
handling fuel.
• Some parts will be hot after operation. Do not touch the exhaust or
the engine until they have cooled. These parts may reach 275°F during
operation!
IMPORTANT NOTES – NITRO FUEL
• Handle fuel only outdoors. Never handle nitro fuel indoors, or mix nitro
fuel in a place where ventilation is bad.
• Only use nitro fuel for R/C models. Do not use gasoline or kerosene in
R/C models as it may cause a fire or explosion, and ruin your engine.
• Nitro fuel is highly inflammable, explosive, and poisonous. Never use
fuel indoors or in places with open fires and sources of heat.
• Always keep the fuel container cap tightly shut.
• Always read the warning label on the fuel container for safety information.
• Nitro-powered model engines emit poisonous vapors and gasses. These
vapors irritate eyes and can be highly dangerous to your health. We
recommend wearing rubber or vinyl gloves to avoid direct contact with nitro fuel.
• Nitro fuel for RC model cars is made of the combination of the methyl
alcohol, castor or synthetic oil, nitro methane etc. The flammability and
volatility of these elements is very high, so be very careful during handling
and storage of nitro fuel.
• Keep nitro fuel away from open flame, sources of heat, direct sunlight,
high temperatures, or near batteries.
• Store fuel in a cool, dry, dark, well-ventilated place, away from heating
devices, open flames, direct sunlight, or batteries. Keep nitro fuel away
from children.
• Do not leave the fuel in the carburetor or fuel tank when the model is not
in use. There is danger that the fuel may leak out.
• Wipe up any spilled fuel with a cloth
• Be aware of spilled or leaking fuel. Fuel leaks can cause fires or
explosions.
• Do not dispose of fuel or empty fuel containers in a fire. There is danger
of explosion.
FIRST AID
• Do not swallow nitro fuel or get it in your eyes. If this happens, immediate measures should be taken.
• If fuel is swallowed, immediately drink large quantities of water and induce vomiting. Consult a physician or poison control center immediately.
• If fuel gets into the eyes, rinse them well with water, and then consult a physician immediately.
• If fuel gets onto the skin, wash it with soap and water well.
