10.3
Common Mistake #2: Turning on pontoons while joysticks are NOT in MIDDLE
position
Outcome #1: Neutral is not properly set.
Outcome #2: Propellers are not spinning at the same speed.
These outcomes require calibration. Please follow the following instructions
1. Turn OFF both pontoons.
2. Turn OFF Futaba RCU.
3. Joysticks in the MIDDLE position.
4. Turn on Futaba RCU, and make sure it is armed (follow steps in Section 7).
5. Move RIGHT joystick all the way FORWARD.
6. Turn ON the RIGHT poontoon. Two chimes.
7 . Bring RIGHT joystick back to NEUTRAL (middle) position. Three chimes indicates System calibration.
8. If more than three chimes are heard, repeat the process for that pontoon.
9. Turn OFF the RIGHT pontoon
10. Repeat Steps 1 - 9 using the Left pontoon and Left joystick.
These steps are shown in the HyDrone Video Troubleshooting Guide
https://youtu.be/HOdkXY_Ik7w
10.4
Futaba RCU makes more than two chimes after turning it ON
This requires re-pairing with the speed controller
If the Futaba RCU continues to chirp more than two times when turning it on, follow these
instructions to re-pair the RCU with the speed controller:
1. Turn on Futaba RCU and hold it close proximity to the pontoon.
2. Turn on the pontoon that needs to be paired.
3. Locate the speed controller In the REAR access hatch. Press and hold the small black
button labeled “SW” for approximately 3 seconds.
The RED flashing light indicates it is searching to pair with a Futaba RCU.
Note:
If the RED light continues to flash, the Futaba RCU may be too far away to pair.
Even 1 foot away may be too far away to pair.
The GREEN solid light indicates it has discovered the Futaba RCU.
10.5
Maintaining the Thrusters
To keep the thrusters working properly, we recommend the following:
1. Don’t run the thrusters at high speeds or for extended periods out of water to minimize over-
heating and wear.
2. Rinse after use in salt water and clean out biofouling and debris occasionally.
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