Hobbico AquaCraft V24 One-Design Assembly And Operation Manual Download Page 3

• Use care to avoid touching the propeller anytime the

engine is running. Pay equally close attention to items
such as loose clothing, shirtsleeves, ties, scarves, long hair
or anything that may become entangled in the spinning
prop. If your fingers, hands, etc. come in contact with
the spinning propeller, you may be severely injured.

• The speed and mass of this boat can inflict property damage

and severe personal injury if a collision occurs. Never run
this boat in the presence of swimmers 
or where the
possibility of collision with people or property exists.

• Model engines generate considerable heat. Do not touch

any part of your engine until it has cooled. Touching
the muffler, cylinder head, or exhaust header may result in
a serious burn.

• Gasoline is poisonous. Do not allow it to come into

contact with the eyes or mouth. Always store fuel in a
clearly marked container and out of the reach of children.

• Gasoline is highly flammable. Keep it away from open

flame, excessive heat, sources of sparks, or anything else
that might ignite it. Do not smoke or allow anyone else
to smoke 
in close proximity to open fuel containers. Make
sure that fuel lines are in good condition so that fuel will
not leak onto a hot engine causing a fire.

• Never operate your engine in an enclosed space. Model

engines, like automobile engines, exhaust deadly carbon
monoxide. Run your engine only in an open area.

• Use safety glasses when starting or running engines.

The propeller may throw loose material such as sand or
gravel into your face.

If the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability associated
with the use of this product, the buyer is advised to return
this kit immediately in new and unused condition to the
place of purchase.

The AquaCraft V24 One-Design can be made ready for the
water in just a few minutes. The following sizes of hex keys are
supplied with the V24: 1.5mm, 2mm, 2.5mm, 3mm, and 4mm.

The following items are required to complete assembly:

❏ 

Adjustable Wrench

❏ 

Phillips Head Screwdriver

❏ 

Twelve (12) “AA” Batteries (SANP3500 x 4), eight (8) for
the transmitter, four (4) for the receiver

As with any hobby, it is a good idea to assemble a useful
collection of tools and accessories to bring along
anytime you head out to the pond. Here are some items
you will want to keep handy.

❏ 

#2 Phillips Screwdriver (HCAR1024)

❏ 

Hobbico Heavy Duty Diagonal Cutter 7" (HCAR0627)

❏ 

Pliers (HCAR0625)

❏ 

Hook & Loop Material (GPMQ4480)

❏ 

Hobby Knife (HCAR0109)

❏ 

Fuel Can (with 40:1 gas/oil mixture)

❏ 

Funnel

❏ 

Speed Grease Drive Cable Lubricant (HCAB3000) or
Heavy-Duty Marine Grade Cable Grease

❏ 

WD-40 (Spray-On Water Displacement Solution)

❏ 

Paper Towels

❏ 

Spray-On Glass Cleaner

❏ 

Zip-Ties (BUKC2477)

❏ 

Extra “AA” Batteries (SANP3510)

❏ 

Threadlocking Compound (GPMR6060)

❏ 

After Run Engine Oil (HCAP3000)

❏ 

Medium CA glue (GPMR6009) and Debonder (GPMR6039)

Other Useful Items to Have On Hand:

❏ 

Sunglasses

❏ 

Sun block

❏ 

Waders or rubber boots

❏ 

Cooler with plenty of ice and soda

❏ 

Folding table 

❏ 

Lawn chairs

❏ 

First-Aid kit

❏ 

EZ-up or canopy for shelter

BOW: The front of the boat.

STERN: The back of the boat.

PORT: This is the left side of the boat when aboard and
facing the front (bow). An easy way to remember this is that
port and left both contain four letters.

STARBOARD: This is the right side of the boat when aboard
and facing the front (bow).

HULL: The body of the boat.

DECK: The top of the boat.

RUDDER: The hinged vertical plate mounted at the stern
that controls steering.

BOAT TERMINOLOGY

ITEMS REQUIRED FOR COMPLETION

AND OTHER USEFUL TOOLBOX ITEMS

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Summary of Contents for AquaCraft V24 One-Design

Page 1: ...hobbico com See engine warranty information on page 2 HCAZ1003 for HCAB40 Entire Contents Copyright 2005 ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION MANUAL by Thank you for purchasing the V24 One Design We at AquaCraft know how exciting a new R C boat purchase can be and we know you re anxious to get started but please take time to read these instructions carefully and completely before attempting to operate your mode...

Page 2: ...ntended will automatically void the warranty of the engine If there is damage resulting from these causes within the stated warranty period Fuji Engines will at its option repair or replace it for a service charge not greater than 50 of the current retail list price Be sure to include your daytime telephone number and e mail address in case we need to contact you about your repair Under no circums...

Page 3: ...sed to return this kit immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase The AquaCraft V24 One Design can be made ready for the water in just a few minutes The following sizes of hex keys are supplied with the V24 1 5mm 2mm 2 5mm 3mm and 4mm The following items are required to complete assembly Adjustable Wrench Phillips Head Screwdriver Twelve 12 AA Batteries SANP3500 x 4 eight 8 f...

Page 4: ...example TRANSMITTER ASSEMBLY Important Note The transmitter is not water resistant and should never come in contact with water 1 Remove the transmitter antenna from the parts bag and screw it into the top of the transmitter To ensure that the antenna is attached lightly pull on the base of the antenna If it slides out it is not installed properly 2 Slide off the battery door on the bottom of the t...

Page 5: ...atteries into the receiver battery holder Be sure to follow the polarity diagram molded into the battery holder 4 Replace the battery holder inside the radio box Make sure that it will not interfere with any of the control linkages 5 Replace the radio box cover and radio box lid retainers Secure them with the four 4 wing nuts INSTALLATION OF TUNED PIPE 1 Remove the tuned pipe exhaust coupler tuned...

Page 6: ...s tie strap end 5 Place the tuned pipe brace onto the pipe brace mount on the transom as shown and secure it with the 4mm nut 6 Adjust the pipe so that it is not resting on the radio box and insert the 4x15mm screw Attach the 4mm nut INSTALLATION OF RUDDER 1 Locate the rudder from the accessory box Remove the 3mm and 4mm nuts and the 4x15mm and 3x15mm screws 2 Insert the rudder into the rudder con...

Page 7: ...spark plug gapping tool wash it with gasoline and allow it to dry completely before you reinstall the plug in the engine FUEL Once the engine is broken in use 40 1 2 5 oil fuel oil mix Always use high quality oil intended for 2 cycle engines Prepare only the amount of gasoline needed Aged gasoline could damage the engine and cause it to overheat Use only low octane alcohol free gasoline The carbur...

Page 8: ... If your engine is running smoothly then do not adjust this needle valve Follow the recommended procedures if any of the following happens Problem Engine stops at full throttle Engine hesitates when accelerated rapidly The engine will not come up to full RPM at full throttle Solution Your high speed needle valve H is too lean Open it up 1 8 of a turn and try again Problem Your engine does not reac...

Page 9: ...L HANDLE OUT ANY MORE THAN 25 INCHES DOING SO MAY DAMAGE THE RECOIL STARTER 5 Quickly open the choke and pull the handle of the recoil starter until the engine starts THE PROPELLER WILL BEGIN SPINNING AS SOON AS THE ENGINE STARTS 6 After starting let the engine idle for 15 20 seconds Open and close the throttle slowly until the engine runs smoothly at idle and at full throttle Acceleration should ...

Page 10: ...g into the path of the propeller or by grabbing the driveshaft The edges of the propeller are very sharp and can cut you very badly if you are not careful At no time should you ever attempt to stop the prop with your hand In the event that weeds become entangled in the propeller stop the engine before attempting to remove them IMPORTANT If for whatever reason your boat takes on a large amount of w...

Page 11: ...ny excess water with a paper towel Remove the driveshaft and wipe away as much grease as you can Spray the driveshaft down with WD 40 and place it in a plastic bag until you are ready to operate the boat again See Driveshaft Maintenance feature below Wipe down the entire boat with spray on glass cleaner and a paper towel DRIVESHAFT MAINTENANCE The flexible driveshaft is the most abused component o...

Page 12: ...esistant tape to seal the radio box lid to the radio box When finished running open the radio box and soak up any moisture that may have made its way into the compartment Should moisture gain access to the radio box all connections should be dried thoroughly Hobbico Duster Compressed Air HCAR5500 will provide a blast of air capable of blowing moisture out of connectors HULL MAINTENANCE After runni...

Page 13: ...ng your boat alone The following suggestions will hopefully provide helpful strategies when racing a model boat A good set up for running alone may not be the best for racing Race water conditions create challenges different from running alone and water conditions constantly change during a race Five or six boats racing against one another will create rough water on the race course To compete succ...

Page 14: ...ional Waters Jim s RC Boat Dock www intlwaters com www jrcbd com Of course racing does not have to be an organized and sanctioned competition to be fun Small informal races can be very exciting without the stress that comes with formal events SUGGESTIONS FOR SETTING UP A SIMPLE RACECOURSE Make 2 to 4 simple and inexpensive marker buoys with empty milk jugs string and heavy objects for anchors simi...

Page 15: ...Switch HCAB8708 Machined Aluminum Rudder Blue alum HCAB8709 Rudder Support Assembly Blue alum HCAB8710 Aluminum Rudder Control Arm HCAB9260 Water Line nipples std HCAB9043 Adj Trim Tabs w water pick up HCAB7761 Propeller Balanced Sharp 65mm Stainless HCAG5110 Water Cool Header Jacket HCAG5111 Water Cool Exhaust Flange for Fuji engine HCAB6700 Water proof Switch Boot w ON OFF Plate HCAB6701 Radio B...

Page 16: ...IG6509 Piston Pin Circlip 9 FJIG8719 Water Jacket Complete 10 FJIG7160 Screw 3x8 11 FJIG4019 Crankshaft Complete 12 FJIG6149 Needle Bearing 1 4x8 5 13 FJIG7660 Woodruff Key 14 FJIG6260 O Ring 15 FJIG7500 Spark Plug Cap Assembly Carburetor Key Part Description 2 FJIG5460 Inlet Screen 3 FJIG6930 Pump Body 4 FJIG7170 Set Screw 5 FJIG7060 Pump Gasket 6 FJIG7020 Pump Diaphragm 7 FJIG4610 Diaphragm Gask...

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