Building Instructions - BUSSARD river survey boat
No. 1196
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Check your equipment for damage at regular intervals, and replace
defective components with genuine spare parts.
Do not re-use any devices which have been damaged in a crash or
by water, even when they have dried out again!
Send the equipment to the robbe Service Department for checking,
or replace the parts in question.
Crash or water damage can result in concealed defects which may
lead to failure in subsequent use.
Use only those components and accessories which we specifically
recommend.
Always use original robbe-Futaba connectors and spare parts.
Do not carry out modifications of any kind to the radio control equip-
ment.
Particular care is called for when operating radio control sys-
tems on the 27, 35 and 40 (41) MHz frequency bands:
• Always use genuine robbe-Futaba plug-in crystals.
• If several modellers are using the same stretch of water, ensure
that your frequency is not already in use before switching your
radio on.
• Extend the transmitter aerial to full length and make sure it is se-
curely seated.
• When several transmitters are in use on adjacent channels, the
operators should stand together in a loose group.
• Any modeller standing away from the group endangers his own
model as well as those of the others.
Routine pre-run checks
• Before switching on the receiver, ensure that the throttle control on
the transmitter is in the Stop or Idle position.
• Always switch on the transmitter first, and then the receiver.
• Always switch off the receiver first, and only then the trans-
mitter.
• Carry out a range check before each session.
• Have you selected the correct model memory?
• Check all the working systems.
• Are the batteries sufficiently charged?
• If you are not sure of any point - don’t run the model!
Be sure to read these Safety Notes before you assemble your
model. Always keep to the procedures and settings recommen-
ded in the instructions.
If you are operating a model boat for the first time, we recom-
mend that you enlist the help of an experienced modeller.
Safety Notes
Radio-controlled models are not toys in the usual sense of the term.
Young persons under fourteen years should only be allowed to ope-
rate them under the supervision of an adult.
Building and operating these models requires technical expertise,
manual skills, a careful attitude and safety-conscious behaviour.
Errors, negligence and omissions in building or operating this model
can result in serious personal injury and damage to property.
Since the manufacturer and vendor are not in a position to check
that your models are built and operated correctly, all we can do is
bring these hazards expressly to your attention. We deny all further
liability.
Boat propellers, and all moving parts generally, constitu-
te a constant injury hazard.
It is essential to avoid touching such parts.
Please bear in mind that motors and speed controllers
may become hot when operating. It is essential to avoid
touching such parts.
Do not stand close to the hazard area around rotating parts
when an electric motor is connected to the flight battery.
You must also take care to keep all other objects away from
moving or rotating parts.
Observe the instructions provided by the battery manu-
facturer.
Overcharged or incorrectly charged batteries may explode.
Take care to maintain correct polarity.
Ensure the equipment is protected from dust, dirt and moisture con-
tamination.
Do not subject the system to excessive heat, cold or vibration.
The radio control system may only be operated when the ambient
temperature is within the stated range.
Use the recommended charger only, and charge the batteries only
for the prescribed period.
Operating the model
• Never endanger people or animals.
• Don’t operate your model in the vicinity of canals locks or open
waterways.
• Operate your model at authorised sites only.
• Never operate your radio equipment in stormy weather.
• Never “point” the transmitter aerial straight at the model when ope-
rating it. The transmitter signal is at its weakest in this direction.
It is always best to stand with the long side of the aerial angled
towards the model.
Insurance
Ground-based models are usually covered by standard personal
third-party insurance policies.
Check your insurance policy and take out new cover where ne-
cessary.
Liability exclusion:
robbe Modellsport is unable to ensure that you observe the assembly
and operating instructions, or the conditions and methods used for
installing, operating and maintaining the model components.
For this reason we accept no liability for loss, damage or costs which
are due to the erroneous use and operation of our products, or are
connected with such operation in any way.
Regardless of the legal argument employed, our obligation to pay
compensation is limited to the invoice value of those robbe products
directly involved in the event in which the damage occurred, unless
otherwise prescribed by law.
This does not apply if the company is deemed to have unlimited li-
ability according to statutory regulation due to deliberate or gross
negligence.
