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D/C charger 5 amp Fuse

Replacement fuses for Traxxas 12-volt DC chargers.

For:
TRA2974
TRA2975
TRA2977


To properly use the 2 or 4-Amp DC Peak-Detecting charger that is included with your Traxxas vehicle, simply follow these steps.

  1. Plug the charger into a 12-volt automotive auxiliary power socket or the optional Traxxas AC to DC Power Supply Adapter (#2976). When the charger is ready to begin charging the LED will glow a solid red.
  2. Connect the battery to begin charging. Charging is represented by a green flashing / blinking LED light. (See Charge Progress chart)
  3. Disconnect the battery when charging is complete. When the battery is fully charged the LED will glow a solid green.

See the Charger Progress and LED Indication charts below for more information.

Charge Progress
1 green flash 0-25% charged
2 green flashes 25-50% charged
3 green flashes 50-75% charged
4 green flashes 75-100% charged
Solid Green LED 100% charged

LED Indication Meaning
Solid Red LED Ready for Charging
Slowly Flashing Green LED Charging (see Charge Progress chart)
Solid Green LED Battery Fully Charged
Flashing Red LED Charger Error (see Charger Error Codes below)
No LED No power (check power source or DC plug fuse)

If there is an issue with the battery or charger the charger's LED will flash or blink red. Refer to the Charger Error Codes chart below for more information.

LED Indication Meaning Solution
1 red flash Power Source Error Check power source and DC plug fuse
2 red flashes Battery error Disconnect battery
3 red flashes The charger safety timer has expired Disconnect battery; if battery is too hot, discontinue charger use and contact Traxxas Customer Support
4 red flashes The internal charger temperature is too high Disconnect charger and allow charger to cool
7 red flashes The battery voltage is too high Disconnect battery; battery is not compatible with the charger

To determine if the fuse is responsible for an error code, use the following steps to check the fuse.

  1. Unscrew the end of the DC plug.
  2. Slide the fuse out. Note: Be careful to keep the cap end of the charger together. Also, keep track of the spring that is on the other end of the fuse inside the charger.
  3. DC Charger End 3
  4. Insert new 5A Buss fuse. If the fuse is good, reinsert the fuse. Note: Be sure to place the spring in the charger before inserting the fuse.
  5. Screw the end of the DC plug back on.
DC Charger End 3