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Congratulations on the purchase of your Pro Boat™ BlackJack 26 Catamaran. You are just minutes from 
one of the most thrilling experiences that the radio control hobby has to offer.
The Pro Boat BlackJack 26 is a professionally built, ready-to-run Catamaran fiberglass composite model. 
Powered by the potent Dynamite® .15 marine engine, you will be able to race across the water at speeds  
in excess of 30 mph! 
Read this owner’s manual thoroughly. You also need to read the included Dynamite .15 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 BlackJack 26 for many years to come.
Carefully unpack your BlackJack 26 and examine the boat and its contents. The box should contain the 
BlackJack 26 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.

Introduction .................................................................................................................................................................. 2
Table of Contents ........................................................................................................................................................ 2
General Guidelines ...................................................................................................................................................... 3
Limited Warranty Period ............................................................................................................................................ 3
Limited Warranty and Limits of Liability ................................................................................................................ 4
Additional Required Items ......................................................................................................................................... 6
Suggested Field Equipment and Supplies ................................................................................................................ 6
Contents ........................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Section 1: Building the Boat Stand ........................................................................................................................... 7
Section 2: Installation of Receiver and Transmitter Batteries ............................................................................ 7
Section 3: Range Checking the Pro Boat Radio System ..................................................................................... 9
Section 4: Filling the Fuel Tank .................................................................................................................................. 9
Section 5: Hull Care ..................................................................................................................................................10
Section 6: Propeller Balancing .................................................................................................................................10
Section 7: Handling Adjustments ............................................................................................................................10
Section 8: The Dynamite .15 Marine Engine ........................................................................................................11
Section 9: Starting the Engine .................................................................................................................................12
Section 10: Troubleshooting Guide ........................................................................................................................14
Section 11: Maintenance ...........................................................................................................................................15
Section 12: BlackJack 26 Replacement Parts .......................................................................................................17
Section 13: Operating Notes ..................................................................................................................................18
Section 14: Appendix .................................................................................................................................................19

Table of Contents

Introduction

Summary of Contents for Blackjack 26

Page 1: ...11 5 in 287mm Engine DYN 15 Marine w Tiger Drive and Tuned Exhaust Radio System Pro Boat AM 27MHz Weight 6 3 lb 2 8 kg Fuel Tank Capacity 12 oz 0 35 liter www ProBoatModels com BlackJack 26 Assembly...

Page 2: ...ntents The box should contain the BlackJack 26 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 t...

Page 3: ...e left as the boat may become unstable If you have to turn left do so in a large diameter turn and at slow speeds When operating the boat stay clear of people full scale boats stationary objects and w...

Page 4: ...Inc has no control over use setup final assembly modification or misuse no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any resulting damage or injury By the act of use setup or assembly the user accep...

Page 5: ...ase date Providing warranty conditions have been met your product will be repaired or replaced free of charge Repair or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby Non Warranty R...

Page 6: ...tteries Adjustable wrench small Extra propellers Although the BlackJack 26 comes fully assembled and ready for action you will need a few tools to get your boat ready to run You will need the followin...

Page 7: ...d to the end of one of the short plywood pieces Repeat with the remaining short plywood piece 3 Secure the interlocking boat stand with thick CA or epoxy 1 Remove the knurled aluminum nut securing the...

Page 8: ...the gasket is not pinched Failure to properly seal the radio box could result in damage to your radio equipment Insert the receiver antenna tube into the clear lid Transmitter Batteries 1 Remove the t...

Page 9: ...u can begin to run the boat faster and further away from the shoreline Note It is a good idea to range check prior to operating your boat after any repair installation of new batteries or at the begin...

Page 10: ...For optimum performance propeller balancing can add several mph and lower vibration There are several different propeller balancing tools available Read the instructions that accompany the propeller...

Page 11: ...anent damage to the engine Carburetor High Speed Needle Valve Faster Idle Clockwise Slower Idle Counterclockwise Leaner Fuel Inlet Adjustable Low Speed Needle Valve Leaner Idle Stop Screw The Dynamite...

Page 12: ...ion as serious engine damage may occur if operation is continued Remove the glow plug invert the boat and operate the starter to remove raw fuel before resuming normal operation You may have to blip t...

Page 13: ...djusting the settings always adjust the needles in small increments about 1 16 of a full turn at a time Do not set the engine too lean as it shortens the reliability of the engine After you have attai...

Page 14: ...ine remove glow plug invert boat and engage the Tiger Drive to remove raw fuel from the engine Engine starts then dies Pressure line blocked or unhooked connect or replace fuel line Reset needles to b...

Page 15: ...and could also cause safety concerns When refueling always wipe away any excess fuel that may have spilled into or on the boat After operating the BlackJack 26 Wipe off any exhaust residue from the bo...

Page 16: ...shed lubricating the drive shaft you can correctly re install the drive shaft Remove the setscrew holding the drive in position Remove the propeller and shaft Remove the drive shaft by sliding it out...

Page 17: ...e Tubing PRB2225 Battery Box Switch PRB2226 Antenna Tube PRB2228 Rubber Boot PRB2229 Cockpit Securing Nuts PRB2509 Cable Collet PRB2511 Switch Mount PRB2512 Motor Mounts with Hardware PRB2758 Exhaust...

Page 18: ...18 Section 13 Operating Notes...

Page 19: ...19 Engine compartment and components Transom and components Engine water cooling lines Section 14 Appendix...

Page 20: ...9307 2006 Horizon Hobby Inc 4105 Fieldstone Road Champaign Illinois 61822 877 504 0233 www horizonhobby com Printed in China...

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