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1-METER READY-TO-RUN SAILBOAT
Trimming
Control Centering
Before the first voyage, or in the event of an accident, make sure the
rudder and sails are centered.
1. Make sure the sails and rudder are centered (neutral) when the
transmitter controls and trims are centered.
2. When needed, manually adjust the length of the control line
between the winch in the boat and the fitting on each sail boom.
Always adjust the length of the line at the boom, not on the
winch inside the boat.
Centering Controls after Voyages
1. If the model requires excessive transmitter trim (8 or more clicks
of trim per channel), return the transmitter trim to zero and
adjust the winch lines on the booms manually so the rudder and
sails are in the correctly trimmed positions.
2. Ensure the main boom and front sail boom are in line with each
other.
Adjusting Sails
After you have centered the sails and the rudder, adjust the sails for
optimum fun and safe sailing. Briefly sail the boat to see how the sails
need to be trimmed.
Loosen or tighten a line at the cleat by coiling the line around the cleat.
Adjust as desired, but always ensure you do not tighten the line too
much and damage your boat.
Adjust the winch lines so the lines are JUST taut when the sails
are retracted and the sails do not pass a 60 degree angle to the hull
when the sails are extended. Extending the sails past 60 degrees may
imbalance the boat, resulting in loss of control.
Contact your local hobby store for information about local model boating
clubs or visit www.sailing.org for information about International One
Meter (IOM) racing. This model conforms to general requirements
for the IOM class; however, consult your local authorities for current
regulations.
When You Are Finished
1. Power off the switch.
2. Disconnect the battery.
3. Power off the transmitter.
4. Remove the battery from the boat.
5. Loosen all lines.
Always power off the receiver before powering off the
transmitter to maintain control of the boat and to retain
transmitter binding.
Fully dry the inside and outside of the boat. Remove the
hatch before storing your boat.
Repair any damage or wear to the boat.
Make note of lessons learned from the trimming of your
boat, including water and wind conditions.
Always store the boat open (without the hatch sealed) or
moisture may allow mold and mildew to grow in the boat.
NOTICE:
When you are finished boating, never leave the boat in
direct sunlight or in a hot, enclosed area such as a car. Doing so can
damage the boat.
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2
4
POWER
ON
OFF
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2.4 GHz
BATTERY
POWER
ON
OFF
N
N
R
R
CH2 REV.
CH1 REV.
TIP
: For transport:
• Untie the winch line from the rear boom
• Detach the 3 turnbuckle hooks from the hull fittings
• Remove the mast from the hull
• Remove the mast hook from the front of the mast
