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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the AquaCraft Bristol Trawler. We
want the time you spend with your new R/C boat to be fun and
successful so please fully read the manual. If for any reason
you think this model is not for you, return it to your place of
purchase immediately.
NOTE: Your hobby dealer cannot
accept a return on any model after final assembly or after
your boat has been operated.
All pictures, descriptions, and specifications found in this
instruction manual are subject to change without notice.
AquaCraft maintains no responsibility for inadvertent errors
in this manual.
Items Included
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Bristol Trawler
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Tactic TTX490 Transmitter
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Mast Assemblies (boxed)
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Boat Stand
Parts Needed to Complete Your Model
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1 - ElectriFly
®
11.1V 3S 2200 mAh 30C LiPo Battery
(GPMP0861)
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1 - Duratrax Onyx 150 LiPo Balancing Charger
(DTXP4195)
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6 - AA Dry Cell Batteries (DTXP4708)
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1 - HIGHLY RECOMMENDED ElectriFly SafeCharge
™
LiPo Battery Charge Bag (GPMP0751)
RECOMMENDED OPTIONAL PARTS AND TOOLS
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ElectriFly LiPo 3S 11.1V 3200mAh 25C (GPMP0871)
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1.5mm Hex Wrench (DTXR0288)
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2mm Hex Wrench (DTXR0289)
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2.3mm Hex Wrench (DTXR0290)
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5.5mm Nut Driver (DTXR0212)
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Great Planes Cell Match (GPMM3210)
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Needle Oiler (ZONR3105)
Boat Features
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Fiberglass hull.
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Tactic TTX490 2.4GHz 2-stick transmitter.
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LiPo ready (3S) 30 Amp ESC with low battery warning
system and battery cut off circuit.
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LED mast lighting.
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Custom wood boat stand.
Important LiPo Performance
and Care Information!
To get the most performance and safety from your LiPo
battery, please read and understand the following information.
CHARGING
Always follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for charging
and maintaining your batteries. We would, however, like to
expand on this for R/C boating use.
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Never leave a charger and battery unattended while charging.
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Use only the recommended batteries and appropriate
charger.
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Refer to the instructions included with your charger for
proper battery charging procedure.
For best performance and longest battery life, never charge
your LiPos at a charge rate higher then 1C. (1000mAh = 1amp,
2000mAh = 2amps and so on). Remove the battery pack from
the model and charge in a LiPo Sack (GPMP0751) or other
safe charge container.
OPERATION CHARGING AND DISCHARGING
We have found it best to use only 80% of the rated mAh of
the battery pack per discharge (boat run). You will experience
rapid depletion of battery pack performance if you continue to
discharge your pack below the 80% usage target.
NOTE: Your Bristol Trawler’s ESC has a stutter bump warning
system that warns you of low battery voltage. This system
starts its warning at 10.2V total giving you time to bring the
boat back to shore before the ESC cuts off at 9.2V. This is a
built-in safety system for you, your boat and your batteries.
It’s important to note that a 2S pack (7.2V) will not operate
your boat or any battery pack (i.e. number of cells) that falls
below the listed warning and cut off voltages.
Although this system is in place we still recommend
adjusting your run times to not exceed 80% battery usage.
Always unplug and remove the battery from the boat
after use. NEVER leave your battery pack plugged into
the boat when not in use.
STORAGE
Store your battery pack/s in a LiPo Sack (GPMP0751) or other
battery containment device. It is best to store them in a cool,
dry place and on a fire-resistant surface. It is also a good idea
to charge your batteries to either a full charge (if you feel you
will be using the packs frequently) or at 11.4V for a 3S pack
(or 3.8V per cell) for longer storage.
