6
Your GP-1 Ultra Mini Hydroplane is designed to turn right. It’s
also important to note this boat is FAST! Having said this, it is
best to be quite aggressive with the throttle to overcome any
cavitation that the boat might encounter as it starts to move
forward. It’s also a good idea to run in a larger pond. Do not
run your GP-1 Ultra Mini Hydroplane in a pool.
After you have completed a run, it is best to FIRST unplug the
boats LiPo battery. This safely powers down the boat before
turning off your transmitter.
IMPORTANT:
If your boat takes on a large amount of water
and stalls, don’t worry,
foam fl otation will keep it from
sinking.
You will have to retrieve the boat and remove the
canopy to release any water that might have entered. If the
inside is fl ooded, remove the transom plug from the back of
the boat and let the water drain. Allow the boat to fully dry
before operating it again. Remember to re-install the transom
plug before running.
Maintenance
It is important to remove and re-lubricate the driveshaft after
running for the day. Make sure the battery pack is unplugged.
You will need a 2mm hex wrench, GrimRacer Cable Grease
and some paper towels.
Using a 2mm hex wrench, loosen the screws holding the drive
cable to the motor coupler. It is important to note that there
are two set screws holding the shaft in position.
Slip the driveshaft out the back of the boat. Wipe off any grease
and water that might be on the shaft.
Using GrimRacer Speed Grease, apply a small amount to the
shaft and slide it back into the boat. Be careful to align the
driveshaft to the hole in the end of the motor coupler.
Leave about a 1/16" [2mm] gap between the front of the
drive dog and the back of the brass tube. Retighten the shaft
coupler screws.
AQUB1820 GP-1 Mini.indd 6
AQUB1820 GP-1 Mini.indd 6
5/22/2013 1:22:52 PM
5/22/2013 1:22:52 PM
