Blue Shark  (600-4129)          Battery                Faxback Doc. # 6779

INSTALLING THE TRANSMITTER'S BATTERIES

The transmitter requires six AA batteries.  We recommend alkaline 
batteries, such as Radio Shack Cat. No. 23-552.

1.  Set the TRANSMITTER'S ON/OFF switch to OFF.

2.  Press down on the arrows and slide the battery compartment cover off
    in the direction they indicate.

3.  Install the batteries as indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and -) 
    marked inside the compartment.

4.  Replace the cover.

Notes:  If the racer's operation becomes erratic or its range decreases,
        replace the batteries.

        If you do not plan to use the transmitter for a week or more,
        remove and store the batteries.

USING THE BATTERY PACK

A rechargeable 9.6-volt, 600 mAh battery pack (Cat. No. 23-229) powers the 
racer's motor.  Before you use the battery pack, you must charge it with a 
battery charger (Cat. No. 23-240).  Follow the charger's directions to 
charge the battery pack.

If you want to run the racer for extended periods of time, we suggest you
buy extra battery packs.  You can charge one pack while you use another.

CAUTION:  To protect the racer's motor, let it cool for at least 20
          minutes after you use up a battery pack.

CHARGING SAFETY HINTS

    Don't charge a battery pack immediately after use (while it is still
    hot).  Allow it to cool first.

    Use only the suggested battery pack and charger.

    Do not use the battery charger in wet or hot areas.

    Do not charge the battery pack while it is in the racer.

    At the end of the battery pack's useful life, it must be recycled or
    disposed of properly.  Contact the local, county, or state hazardous
    waste management authorities for information on recycling or disposal
    programs in your area.  Some options that might be available are: 
    municipal curb-side collection, drop-off boxes at retailers, recycling
    collection centers, and mail-back programs.

INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK

Follow these steps to install the racer's battery pack.

1.  Set the racer's ON/OFF switch to OFF.

2.  Turn the battery compartment cover's latch, counterclockwise, slide
    the cover in the direction of the arrow, then lift the cover.

3.  Insert the battery pack into the compartment.  The battery pack's
    connector must be on the same side as the racer's matching connector.

4. Close the battery compartment cover, slide it in the direction shown
   until it snaps, then turn the latch clockwise to lock it.

5.  Attach the battery pack's connector to the racer's connector as shown.
    Be sure the connectors match.  They easily go together only one way.

NOTE:  When the vehicle loses power or does not respond to the
       transmitter, recharge the battery pack.

The neutral trim lever (next to the speed control) lets you fine-tune the 
speed control so the racer completely stops when you release the speed 
control to its center position.

The steering trim lever (next to the steering control) lets you fine-tune 
the steering so the racer drives in a straight line when you set the 
steering control to its center position.

Follow these steps to adjust the trim levers.

1.  Place the racer on a block or turn it over so the tires do not touch
    the ground.

NOTE:  Do not touch the tires during this adjustment.

2.  Set ON/OFF on the transmitter and racer to ON.

3.  If the rear tires move, adjust the neutral trim lever until the tires
    stop.

4.  If the front tires angle left or right, adjust the steering trim lever
    so they point directly forward.

NOTE:  You might have to further fine-tune the steering trim lever after 
       using the racer for a while.

(CJD/all-8/18/94)