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As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for
operating in a manner that does not endanger yourself
and others or result in damage to the product or the
property of others.
• When handling and/or transporting your boat, always
pick up the boat from the front, keeping all moving
parts pointed away from you.
• Always keep a safe distance in all directions around
your model to avoid collisions or injury. This model
is controlled by a radio signal subject to interference
from many sources outside your control. Interference
can cause momentary loss of control.
• Always operate your model in open spaces away from
full-size vehicles, traffic and people.
• Always carefully follow the directions and warnings
for this and any optional support equipment (chargers,
rechargeable battery packs, etc.).
• Always keep all chemicals, small parts and anything
electrical out of the reach of children.
• Always avoid water exposure to all equipment not
specifically designed and protected for this purpose.
Moisture causes damage to unprotected electronics.
• Never place any portion of the model in your mouth
as it could cause serious injury or even death.
• Never operate your model with low transmitter
batteries.
Age Recommendation:
Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.
NOTICE
All instructions, warranties and other collateral
documents are subject to change at the sole
discretion of Horizon Hobby, Inc. For up-to-date
product literature, visit www.horizonhobby.com
and click on the support tab for this product.
MEANINg Of SpECIAl lANguAgE
The following terms are used throughout the product
literature to indicate various levels of potential harm
when operating this product:
NOTICE
: Procedures, which if not properly followed,
create a possibility of physical property damage
AND little or no possibility of injury.
CAuTION
: Procedures, which if not properly followed,
create the probability of physical property damage
AND a possibility of serious injury.
WARNINg
: Procedures, which if not properly
followed, create the probability of property damage,
collateral damage, and serious injury OR create a high
probability of superficial injury.
Safety precautions and Warnings
WARNINg
: Read the ENTIRE instruction
manual to become familiar with the features of the
product before operating. Failure to operate the
product correctly can result in damage to the
product, personal property and cause serious injury.
This is a sophisticated hobby product and NOT a
toy. It must be operated with caution and common
sense and requires some basic mechanical ability.
Failure to operate this Product in a safe and
responsible manner could result in injury or damage
to the product or other property. This product is not
intended for use by children without direct adult
supervision. Do not attempt disassembly, use with
incompatible components or augment product in
any way without the approval of Horizon Hobby,
Inc. This manual contains instructions for safety,
operation and maintenance. It is essential to read
and follow all the instructions and warnings in the
manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to
operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.
Table of Contents
Introduction .................................................................... 3
Recommended Tools and Materials ............................. 3
Product Inspection ......................................................... 3
Contents ......................................................................... 3
Specifications ................................................................. 3
Assembling the Boat Stand ......................................... 3
Install Propeller, Rudder and Fins ................................ 4
Antenna Tube Installation .............................................. 4
Installing the Battery Pack(s) ........................................ 5
Transmitter Battery Installation ................................... 5
Transmitter Controls ...................................................... 6
getting Started
Checking the Radio System ....................................... 7
Binding ........................................................................ 8
Testing Your Boat in the Water ................................... 8
Boating Tips
Center of Gravity ......................................................... 9
Drive Height ................................................................ 9
Motor Care ................................................................... 9
When You are Finished ............................................... 9
Maintenance ............................................................... 10
ESC ...............................................................................11
ESC Factory Settings ....................................................11
Checklists
Before Boating .......................................................... 12
After Boating ............................................................. 12
Troubleshooting Guide ............................................... 12
Limited Warranty.......................................................... 14
FCC Information ........................................................... 16
Compliance Information for the European Union
.... 16
Replacement Parts
........................................................17
