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Thank you for purchasing the Pro Boat
®
Formula FASTech 26 Brushless
EP Ready-To-Run boat . Please read these instructions carefully before
attempting to operate your boat .
The Formula FASTech 26 Brushless EP comes Ready-To-Run with the
Pro Boat 2 .4GHz pistol-grip radio system and electronic speed
controller already installed . All assembly and building is done at the
factory, allowing you to quickly get your boat running .
Carefully remove the boat and radio transmitter from the box . Inspect
the boat to make sure no damage is present . If you notice damage is
present, please contact the hobby shop where you purchased it .
It is important that you read and follow this instruction manual, along
with the radio system manual before you run this exciting boat . Failure
to read and understand the manual could result in personal injury,
property damage or permanent damage to your boat . It is also impor-
tant to run your boat responsibly . With proper care and maintenance,
you will be able to proudly enjoy your Formula FASTech 26 Brushless
Deep-V for many years to come .
When operating the boat, stay clear of people, full-scale boats, station-
ary objects and wildlife . It is preferable to operate the Formula FASTech
26 Brushless Deep-V in low wake, low wind conditions and in areas
free of people, wildlife and objects .
Before you operate your model, make sure that your frequency is clear .
If someone is operating on the same frequency, both models could go
out of control, possibly causing damage to the models or to others .
Check all of the hardware and the propeller for damage and loose
screws before and after each run .
If at any time while operating your model you sense any abnormal
function, end your operation immediately . Do not operate your boat
again until you are certain the problem has been corrected .
Always
stay clear of the propeller.
Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years.
This is not a toy.
Safety, Precautions, and Warnings
As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for operating it
in a manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in
damage to the product or the property of others .
Carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional
support equipment (chargers, rechargeable battery packs, etc .) that
you use .
This model is controlled by a radio signal that is subject to interference
from many sources outside your control . This interference can cause
momentary loss of control so it is necessary to always keep a safe
distance in all directions around your model, as this margin will help to
avoid collisions or injury .
Always operate your model in an open area away from people .
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Avoid operating your model where injury or damage can occur .
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Never operate the model out in populated areas for any reason .
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Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries .
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Carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any
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optional support equipment (chargers, rechargeable battery
packs, etc .) that you use .
Keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out of
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the reach of children .
Moisture causes damage to electronics . Avoid prolonged
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water exposure to all equipment not specifically designed and
protected for this purpose .
Introduction
General Guidelines
Specifications
Inspection
Hull Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 .75 in (679mm)
Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 .375 in (213mm)
Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Water-cooled High-performance A3630-1500 Brushless Motor
Radio System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pro Boat 2 .4GHz Pistol-grip
Drive System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Direct Drive with Adjustable Propeller Strut
Steering System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Off-set Rudder with Built-in Water Pickup
Speed Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Water-cooled 45-Amp Brushless ESC
