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Driving Tips
Driving a hovercraft cannot be compared to driving an RC car. As there is basically no ground contact
and the model is hovering close to the ground you will have to practice controlled braking and steering.
We recommend seeking an open area without any obstacles for your first drives.
If you realize that the hovercraft takes a “nose down” attitude during acceleration and therefore is
being slowed down, you will need to adjust the pusher motor thrust. Turn the nuts at the pusher motor
mount further onto the threaded pushrod to tilt the mount somewhat forward. If the hovercraft makes
turns despite straight rudder alignment you will have to adjust the side thrust. Make this adjustment
– just as with the down thrust – by turning the nuts on the threaded rod in or out. This way you twist
the mount sideways.
If you want to rapidly slow down your hovercraft out of high speed you will need to give full rudder with
some forward throttle. This way you start a 180° turn. The direction of movement remains unchanged
for the time being. If the model floats tail first, apply forward full throttle to stop the hovercraft as
fast as possible. Definitely practice this type of braking maneuver. Stopping the model by “setting it
down” (switching off the hover motor) will increase wear and tear on the skirt.
We warrant the IKARUS product within the European Union for a period of 24 months.
Your sales receipt is evidence of the start and finish of the warranty period. Any repairs do not extend the
warranty period. If any functional, manufacturing or material defects become evident during the warranty pe-
riod we will rectify them. Further claims, e.g. subsequent damage or loss are strictly excluded. There will be a
20.00 € service charge (plus return shipping charges) for repair items, which turn out to be in perfect condition.
Postage must be paid for; the return shipping will also be paid for. Shipments arriving postage collect will not
be accepted. We do not accept any liability for damage or loss during inbound transport.
Warranty terms
www.ikarus.net
Ikarus Modellsport
Im Webertal 22
D-78713 Schramberg-Waldmössingen
International Call Center: +49 (0) 74 02/ 92 91-900
Fax:
+49 (0) 74 02/ 92 91-750
