Sonicwake
™
Self-Righting Deep-V Brushless RTR
Your new Horizon Hobby boat has been designed and built with a
combination of waterproof and water-resistant components to allow
you to operate the product in calm, fresh water conditions.
While the entire boat is highly water-resistant, it is not completely
waterproof and your boat should NOT be treated like a submarine.
The various electronic components used in the boat, such as the
ESC, servo(s) and receiver are waterproof, however, most of the
mechanical components are water-resistant and require additional
maintenance after use.
Metal parts, including the bearings, pins, screws and nuts, propeller,
rudder, rudder mounts, prop struts, as well as the contacts in
the electrical cables, will be susceptible to corrosion if additional
maintenance is not performed after running in wet conditions. To
maximize the long-term performance of your boat and to keep the
warranty intact, the procedures described in the
WET CONDITIONS
MAINTENANCE
section must be performed regularly.
CAUTION:
Failure to exercise caution while using this
product and complying with the following precautions could
result in product malfunction and/or void the warranty.
Water-Resistant Boat with Waterproof Electronics
As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for operating
in a manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in
damage to the product or the property of others.
• When handling and/or transporting your boat, always pick up
the boat from the front, keeping all moving parts pointed away
from you.
• Always keep a safe distance in all directions around your model
to avoid collisions or injury. This model is controlled by a radio
signal subject to interference from many sources outside your
control. Interference can cause momentary loss of control.
• Always operate your model in open spaces away from full-size
vehicles, traffic and people.
• Always carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and
any optional support equipment (chargers, rechargeable battery
packs, etc.).
• Always keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical
out of the reach of children.
• Always avoid water exposure to all equipment not specifically
designed and protected for this purpose. Moisture causes
damage to unprotected electronics.
• Never place any portion of the model in your mouth as it could
cause serious injury or even death.
• Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.
NOTICE
All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, LLC. For up-to-date
product literature, visit http://www.horizonhobby.com and click on the support tab for this product.
The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product:
WARNING:
Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage, and serious injury OR
create a high probability of superficial injury.
CAUTION:
Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of serious injury.
NOTICE:
Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND little or no possibility of injury.
This is a sophisticated hobby product and NOT a toy. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic
mechanical ability. Failure to operate this Product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product
or other property. This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. Do not use with incompatible
components or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions provided by Horizon Hobby, LLC. This manual contains
instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual, prior to
assembly, setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.
Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.
WARNING:
Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating. Failure to operate
the product correctly can result in damage to the product, personal property and cause serious injury.
General Precautions
• Read the
WET CONDITIONS MAINTENANCE
procedures and
make sure that you have all the tools you will need to properly
maintain your boat.
• Not all batteries can be used in wet conditions. Consult the
battery manufacturer before use. Caution should be taken when
using Li-Po batteries in wet conditions.
• Most transmitters are not water-resistant. Consult your
transmitter’s manual or the manufacturer before operation.
• Never operate your transmitter or boat when lightning is present.
• Salt water is very conductive and highly corrosive. If you choose
to run your boat in salt water, immediately rinse the boat in fresh
water after each use. Operating your boat in salt water is at the
sole discretion of the modeler.
Wet Conditions Maintenance
• Drain any water that has collected in the hull by removing the
drain plug or canopy and tilting the boat in the appropriate
direction to drain the water.
CAUTION:
Always keep hands, fingers, tools and any
loose or hanging objects away from rotating parts.
• Remove the battery pack(s) and dry the contacts. If you have
an air compressor or a can of compressed air, blow out any
water that may be inside the recessed connector housings.
• Remove all moving parts. Dry and lubricate parts after every
30 minutes of operation or if the boat becomes submerged.
NOTICE:
Never use a pressure washer to clean your boat.
• Use an air compressor or a can of compressed air to dry the
boat and help remove any water that may have gotten into
small crevices or corners.
• Spray the bearings, fasteners and other metal parts with a
water-displacing light oil or lubricant.
• Let the boat air dry before you store it. Water (and oil) may
continue to drip for a few hours.
MEANING OF SPECIAL LANGUAGE
Safety Precautions and Warnings
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