User manual NOVAK DUALLY ESC

[. . . ] OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DUALLY DUAL-PROFILE The Novak Dually is a microprocessor-based high-frequency ESC (Electronic Speed Control) using advanced components and the best HYPERFET III transistors for high performance. The Dually Dual-Profile ESC gives you extra flexibility with two user-selectable throttle profiles for optimum control of both modified and stock motors with a single speed control. The Dually also has Novak's CLC III current limiter that delivers extra smooth control, and is adjustable from 20 to 120 amps or completely off for full power. With Novak's exclusive Polar Drive TechnologyTM, and Digital Anti-Glitch CircuitryTM, the Dually runs faster, longer, and smoother than other speed controls. [. . . ] Included in the accessory kit with the ESC are three 0. 1µF (50V) nonpolarized, ceramic capacitors. These capacitors must be installed on every motor to help reduce noise generated by the motor and also to prevent possible ESC damage. Solder 0. 1µF (50V) capacitors between: · POSITIVE (+) motor tab & NEGATIVE (­) motor tab. · NEGATIVE (­) motor tab & GROUND tab*. *If motor has no ground tab, solder the capacitors to motor can. Negative (­) motor tab 0. 1µF Capacitors Schottky diode Positive (+) motor tab Ground / motor can 5. USE OF OPTIONAL EXTERNAL SCHOTTKY DIODE Solder the lead CLOSEST to the silver stripe on the body of the Schottky diode to the POSITIVE (+) motor tab. Solder the lead OPPOSITE the silver stripe on the body of the Schottky to the NEGATIVE (­) motor tab. If installed backwards, a Schottky diode will be destroyed. Replace only with Schottky diodes that have a minimum rating of 35 volts / 8 amps. Schottky diodes are available in Novak kit #5640. FIGURE 3 Insert each pin into the correct plug slot. Each pin should "click" into place. (Sanwa plug shown) The locking tab must not extend outside the plastic plug housing. WHT = White wire terminal (signal) BLK = Black wire terminal (negative) RED = Red wire terminal (positive) CAUTION Improper installation of these wires may cause damage to the receiver, servo, and speed control. Extra 0. 1µF capacitors are available in Novak kit #5620. 6. USING PLUGS FOR BATTERY & MOTOR CONNECTION High-quality/low-resistance connector plugs, such as Dean's Ultra Plugs, can also be used to connect the motor and battery pack. While connectors make component changes quick and easy, they will never have the low resistance of a good solder joint. It is always good practice to use the female connectors on the battery packs to avoid short circuiting of the connector and the battery pack. If you use connectors for both the battery and the motor, use a male connector on the speed control wires going to the battery and a female connector on the wires going to the motor. By doing this, you will avoid plugging the battery pack into the speed control's motor output by mistake. SET-UP PHOTO Blue wire (motor negative) (­) Trail excess wire off antenna mast. (Do not cut or coil) STEP 6 THROTTLE PROFILE SELECTION The microprocessor in the Dually speed control allows you to choose between two user-selectable throttle profiles that are programmed at the factory. This chart gives you the specifics of each profile: Profile 1 2 Description (**default) TROUBLE-SHOOTING GUIDE This section describes possible speed control problems, causes, and solutions. Steering Channel Works But Motor Will Not Run · Speed control has thermally shut down­­Allow ESC to cool down­­Use milder motor or smaller pinion gear. · Make sure ESC is plugged into the throttle channel of receiver. · Possible internal damage­­Refer to Service Procedures. Receiver Glitches/Throttle Stutters During Acceleration · Motor capacitors broken or missing­­Refer to Step 3. · Receiver or antenna too close to speed control, power wires, battery, or motor­­Refer to Step 2. [. . . ] RETURN TRANSMITTER THROTTLE TO NEUTRAL The status LED will turn solid red, indicating that the throttle is in the neutral position and also that proper programming has been completed. If transmitter settings are changed, it will be necessary to complete the programming sequence once again. If you experience any problems during programming, turn off the speed control and repeat programming. Before sending in your Dually for service, review the Trouble-Shooting guide and the instructions. PLEASE NOTE: Speed controls that operate normally when received will be charged a minimum service fee and return shipping costs. [. . . ]