Not sure what's going on here (Novak ESC)
#1
Not sure what's going on here (Novak ESC)
I bought a Novak HV Maxx BL setup... this is the first time I've tried to hook it up... I'm getting the green light going on every time I hit the throttle, red light comes on when I tap the brake, the servo works, but the motor will not move... Anyone know what the issue might be?
FYI:
Spektrum DX2.0 radio (binded properly; I think)
Fully charged ProMatch 4600 stick pack.
Also, this ESC has/had two battery connectors; I "shorted" one of them to use only one battery, as the instructions say to (not sure if that might have anything to do with my issue).
If you need more info, let me know. I was hoping to run this for the first time tomorrow.
Thanks for any help.
FYI:
Spektrum DX2.0 radio (binded properly; I think)
Fully charged ProMatch 4600 stick pack.
Also, this ESC has/had two battery connectors; I "shorted" one of them to use only one battery, as the instructions say to (not sure if that might have anything to do with my issue).
If you need more info, let me know. I was hoping to run this for the first time tomorrow.
Thanks for any help.
#2
Tech Initiate
have you checked the wiring from the esc to the receiver?
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#4
Does anyone have any other opinions on what the cause may be?
#5
Tech Champion
iTrader: (159)
Make sure the sensor harness is in properly and perhaps try calibrating the esc to your radio again. Also, you didn't mention how many cells are in your pack (just "stick pack" so I'm assuming 6 to 8 cells), but if the lipo-cutoff is "on" then the esc won't send power to the motor if you are trying with a 6 cell pack since the cutoff is over 12v.
#6
Make sure the sensor harness is in properly and perhaps try calibrating the esc to your radio again. Also, you didn't mention how many cells are in your pack (just "stick pack" so I'm assuming 6 to 8 cells), but if the lipo-cutoff is "on" then the esc won't send power to the motor if you are trying with a 6 cell pack since the cutoff is over 12v.
The instructions don't mention anything about a Lipo cutoff, and there's nothing other than the capacitor and the other normal wires coming out of the ESC. Since I'm new back into RC, I'm not even sure where the Lipo cutoff should be located.
#8
Actually, there is no Lipo cut off on this ESC.
#9
Have you tried giving Novak a call? Their customer service over the phone is very good and should be able to help you pin point your problem a lot faster. Ask for Charlie
Steve
Steve
#10
Yes, I have called Novak.
Since they are not too far from me, I'm going to head by their HQ in Irvine tomorrow, so they can take a close-up look at it.
Since they are not too far from me, I'm going to head by their HQ in Irvine tomorrow, so they can take a close-up look at it.
#11
Steve
#13
Just got back from Novak; they offer great service there. They were able to tell me the ESC was somehow water damaged... the reason I didn't know it was is because I bought it used. So, I went ahead and purchased a replacement ESC for about $75. Now it looks like I'm good to go!