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Congratulations on the purchase of your Pro Boat™ Vortex 46 Airboat. You are just minutes from one of 
the most thrilling experiences that the radio control hobby has to offer.

The Pro Boat Vortex 46 is a professionally built, ready-to-run fiberglass Airboat model. Powered by the 
potent Evolution 46 engine, you will be able to race across the water and enjoy the unique thrill of airboat 
performance.

Read this owner’s manual thoroughly. You also need to read the included Evolution 46 engine manual, along 
with the Pro Boat radio system manual.

It is very important that you operate this boat responsibly. With proper care and maintenance, you will be 
able to enjoy your Vortex 46 for many years to come.

Carefully unpack Vortex 46 and examine the boat and its contents. The box should contain the Vortex 46 
RTR with radio installed, a boat stand, and the Pro Boat radio transmitter. If you are missing any of these 
items or notice any damage, immediately contact the place of purchase.

This boat is not a toy! It is a high performance RC model boat. Do Not take risks that could endanger you 
or others.

Before operating your model, make sure your frequency is clear. If someone else is operating on the same 
frequency, both models could go out of control, possibly causing damage to the models, as well as to others.

Be certain to check all of the hardware, exhaust system, and propeller, making sure that all are secure 
before and after each run. Always stay clear of the propeller when the engine is running!

When you first begin to run your Vortex 46, place in water with the engine running at approximately 1/8 
throttle. Slowly increase the throttle until boat accelerates onto plane. Gradually increase throttle to no 
more than 1/2 until you become more familiar with the boat. 

When operating this model, stay clear of people, full-sized boats, stationary objects, and wildlife. Also, watch 
out for fishing lines that could get tangled in the propeller and rudder. It is preferable to operate the  
Pro Boat Vortex 46 only in calm water. We also suggest that you do not run the Vortex 46 in salt water. 
If at any time while operating your Vortex 46 you sense any abnormal function, end your operation 
immediately. Do not operate your Vortex 46 again until you are certain the problem has been corrected.

Service Center Information

If you have any questions regarding the Pro Boat Vortex 46, please contact the Horizon Service Center:

Horizon Service Center

4105 Fieldstone Rd.

Champaign, IL 61822

1-877-504-0233

Introduction

Warning

Summary of Contents for Vortex 46 Airboat

Page 1: ...Specifications Length 31 in 787mm Beam 15 in 381mm Engine Evolution 46 7 6cc Radio System Pro Boat AM 27MHz 2 Stick 46 Size Nitro Powered Air Boat Owner s Manual ...

Page 2: ...clear If someone else is operating on the same frequency both models could go out of control possibly causing damage to the models as well as to others Be certain to check all of the hardware exhaust system and propeller making sure that all are secure before and after each run Always stay clear of the propeller when the engine is running When you first begin to run your Vortex 46 place in water w...

Page 3: ...on 2 Warning 2 Table of Contents 3 Additional Required Items 3 Suggested Field Equipment and Supplies 3 Warranty Information 4 Contents 4 Section 1 Building the Boat Stand 5 Section 2 Rudder Installation 5 Section 3 Installation of Receiver and Transmitter Batteries 6 Section 4 Range Checking the Pro Boat Radio System 7 Section 5 Evolution Power System 8 Section 6 Starting the Evolution Engine 9 S...

Page 4: ...led product By the act of using the product the user accepts all resulting liability All warranty questions should be directed to Horizon Hobby Inc Please do not contact your local hobby shop regarding warranty issues This will enable Horizon to better answer your questions and provide service if assistance is needed If not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of this product t...

Page 5: ... the remaining short plywood pieces 3 Secure the interlocking boat stand with thick CA or Epoxy Parts Needed Rudder Phillips rudder mounting screw 1 Locate the rudder and the Phillips rudder mounting Screw 2 Carefully insert the rudder shaft into the bottom of the rudder strut and through the control arm 3 Find the predrilled hole in the rudder shaft Using a 1 Phillips screwdriver tighten the scre...

Page 6: ...dry cell battery holder from the radio box and unwrap the foam from around the dry cell battery holder Install 4 AA alkaline batteries as shown Note the proper polarity Wrap the battery box in foam 4 Re install the battery holder into the radio box and properly seal the radio box with clear tape Failure to properly seal the radio box could result in damage to your radio equipment Insert the receiv...

Page 7: ...If everything appears to be operating correctly raise the transmitter antenna and start the engine refer to Section 6 of this manual and to the separate Evolution 46 engine manual Place the boat in the water and run it at about 1 3 throttle close to the shoreline If the radio system is operating properly you can begin to run the boat faster and further away from the shoreline Note It is a good ide...

Page 8: ...l injury Follow these instructions carefully If this is the first time you have run a model airplane engine we recommend that you seek the help of an experienced modeler Your local hobby shop can put you in contact with an RC boating club in your area Only use a Start Stick or electric starter to start the engine Only make adjustments to the carburetor from behind the engine Keep spectators at lea...

Page 9: ...needle valve assembly and muffler Note It is very important to reconnect the lines to the correct place If they are reconnected incorrectly the engine will not run properly 2 To prime your engine first turn on your transmitter and then your receiver Move the throttle to full open and place your finger over the carburetor opening Turn the propeller over by hand until you can see fuel entering the f...

Page 10: ...t will richen the mixture of the high speed setting of the engine Fine Tuning the High Speed Needle Start your engine and advance the throttle to full then pinch the fuel line going to the engine If the engine dies immediately without an increase in rpm the setting is too lean Adjust the high speed needle valve counterclockwise out 1 2 turn and repeat the test When the high speed needle is adjuste...

Page 11: ...ve maintenance is very important Taking the time to ensure that all the set screws and bolts are tight before each operation of the boat will prevent many problems Before operating Vortex 46 Check that all screws and hardware are securely in place This is very important as the manifold screws will occasionally vibrate loose during the first initial runs Check the propeller for damage in the form o...

Page 12: ...ortex PRB2710 Throttle Cable Set Vortex PRB2711 Fuel Tank Vortex PRB2712 Servo Tray Set Vortex PRB2713 Radio Box Cover Vortex PRB2714 Canopy Mounting Set Vortex EVOE100P 3 blade Prop EVOE100S Spinner PRB2715 Boat Stand Vortex PRB2716 Decal Vortex PRB2717 Instruction Manual Vortex In the event that you need to purchase replacement parts for your engine or the Vortex 46 please see your local hobby s...

Page 13: ...13 Appendix Engine and fuel line installation viewed from top Servo linkage setup Rudder linkage setup Checking the fuel level from rear of engine pod ...

Page 14: ...14 Parts Diagram EVOE100S PRB2713 PRB2712 PRB2701 PRB2705 PRB2702 PRB2707 PRB2706 PRB2703 PRB2708 EVOE100P PRB2714 PRB2716 PRB2709 PRB2710 PRB2704 PRB2711 ...

Page 15: ...15 Notes ...

Page 16: ...izon Hobby Inc 4105 Fieldstone Road Champaign Illinois 61822 877 504 0233 www horizonhobby com This article corresponds to the EU regulations and can be sold in all EU countries 6 05482 98133 7 Printed in China 0682 ...

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