GRAUPNER midnight gambler 21005, Инструкция по эксплуатации

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Graupner/SJ Stormswift
The flood duct
The purpose of the flood duct is to allow the boat to right itself after turning over. We recommend that you
check the flood duct before every run to ensure that it works correctly: this is carried out by installing all the
components in the model, sealing the boat with adhesive tape to render it watertight, and placing it upside-
down in the water; this should be carried out close to the bank, so that you can easily fetch the model out of
the water again. If the model rights itself automatically, then the test was successful. If the model remains on
its back, clean the flood duct and glue trim weights (Order No. 536) in the duct until the model does right itself
automatically.
Trimming the model
If the model ‘hops’ too severely, or rests with the bow too low in the water, then the model’s trim needs to be
adjusted. This is accomplished by moving the drive battery forward on the battery rail to reduce the boat’s
tendency to hop. To prevent the bow dipping into the water, move the battery aft on the battery rail. If these
measures are not sufficient, use trim weights (Order No. 536) to obtain the desired effect. If the model rocks
very quickly to either side, trim weights (Order No. 536) can also be used to counter this effect. If you do this,
check again that the operation of the flood duct is not affected.
Sealing the model
It is important to seal the model well before each run, using waterproof sealing tape, Order No. 531.19. The
adhesive layer of this tape is designed to prevent the water tearing it off, without damaging the model’s paint-
work when it is peeled off deliberately.
Maiden run
If everything works correctly, it is time to top up the drive battery and carry out the first test-run with your new
model boat.
Before each run check that the water-cooling hoses are connected.
Water in the RC system will wreck the speed controller and the receiver. The lateral cooling water exit point
and the water-cooling coil connections at the motor should also be checked before every run.
Important: ensure that no cables are deployed close to the shaft coupling.
Start slowly on the maiden run: take your time to become familiar with the boat’s handling on the water. Test
the steering, the braking distance and the radio range.
If the model starts “hopping”, alter the position of the battery until the model runs smoothly.
We wish you many hours of pleasure running your Stormswift, Order No. 92306.