GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY
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09/2011
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The following points are important and must be observed at all times:
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This model is not suitable for young persons under fourteen years of age.
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The keel ballast bulb is made of lead! It is essential to dispose of the lead weight in accordance with current
legal requirements when the model comes to the end of its useful life. It must not be discarded in the
ordinary household refuse. If you are not sure where you can take scrap lead, ask your local authority for
information (usually communal waste disposal sites).
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NOTE: the electronic components, including the transmitter, receiver and servos, must not be discarded in
the domestic waste. You must dispose of these items in the appropriate manner; ask your local authority if
you are not sure (usually communal waste disposal sites).
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The projecting parts of the model may be sharp, and the aerials and masts may cause eye injuries.
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If the model is to be built by a youngster, a parent or guardian must monitor the assembly process, as tools
and adhesives can be hazardous.
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Please operate the model carefully when there are persons or animals in the water; always keep a safe
distance between the boat and man or beast.
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Never run your boat in a protected site, an animal or plant sanctuary or a site of special scientific interest
(SSSI). Check with your local authority that the stretch of water you wish to use is suitable for model boats.
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Never sail the vessel in salt water.
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Never run your boat in adverse conditions, e.g. rain, storm, strong wind (above Beaufort 4), choppy water
or strong currents.
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As the model is designed for light-wind sailing, it should only be operated in wind strengths of 1 to 3 on the
Beaufort scale (leaves moving in the wind). If the wind is stronger, the boat could heel severely and be
impossible to control. Gusty conditions should also be avoided.
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The model requires a breeze in order to move, i.e. in flat calm conditions the boat will just remain stationary
on the water. Please bear this in mind when you are thinking about sailing the model.
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Before you operate the boat, please ensure that the radio control system is working reliably.
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It is important to check the range of the radio control system: switch the radio control system on, hold the
transmitter in your hands, and walk about 50 m away from the boat. All the radio-controlled functions
should continue to work normally at this range.
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Ensure that the channel you intend to use is not already occupied by another modeller. Never run the boat
if you are not certain that your channel is free.
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Switch the model’s radio system off before carrying out any work on the boat.
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Dry cells and rechargeable batteries must never be short-circuited, nor allowed to come into direct contact
with water.
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Remove all batteries from the model and the transmitter when you know you will not be using them in the
near future.
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Do not subject the model to high levels of humidity, heat, cold or dirt.
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Secure the model and the transmitter when transporting them, as they may be seriously damaged if they
are free to slide about.
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Never operate the model on moving water (e.g. a river), as it could easily be washed away downstream if
the wind conditions change.
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If you have to salvage the model, take care not to risk your own life or that of others.
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Check regularly that the boat is completely watertight, as it may sink if too much water enters the hull.
Check the model for damage before every run, and ensure that water cannot penetrate the hull.
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Allow the boat to dry out thoroughly after use.
Care and maintenance
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Clean the model carefully after every run, and remove any water which gets inside the hull. If water gets
into any of the RC components, dry them out and send them to your nearest GRAUPNER Service Centre
for checking.
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Clean the model and the transmitter using suitable cleaning agents only. We recommend wiping with a lint-
free cloth. Never use chemical cleaners, solvents, petrol, white spirit or similar.
