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ASSEMBLY MANUAL AND SETUP GUIDE

CAPRICORN 54 EP RTR SPECIFICATIONS AND FEATuRES

Before beginning assembly of your new Compass Boat Models Marlin EP RTR, please read and understand the warnings 
listed on the next page. Failure to do so could lead to bodily harm and/or injury.

The Compass Boat Models Marlin EP RTR is not intended for persons under 14 years of age, unless closely supervised by 
an adult.

All Contents Copyright © 2006, Compass Boat Models Version  August 2006

540-Size Closed End-Bell Electric Motor
6-Cell 800mAH Ni-Cd Battery
AC Slow Charger
Large Wing Provides Ample Downforce for Sharp Steering Control
Easy-Access Radio Compartment
Replacement Parts Readily Available






Hull Type: Shallow "V"
Overall Length: 30 Inches (762mm)
Overall Width: 7 Inches (78mm)
Completely Built and Ready-to-Run
2-Channel FM Radio Control System
Proportional Motor Controller (ESC)






Compass Boat Models,

P.O. Box No. 402,

Texaco Road PO,

New Territories,

Hong Kong.

Made in China

KIT NUMBER CBM0003

MARLIN EP RTR SPECIFICATIONS AND FEATuRES

EXCITEMENT IN THE WATER! 

You'll be on the water and racing full speed in no time, because the Marlin 

comes out of the box Ready For Fun! The radio and all electronics are 
factory installed, so the only thing you have to do is charge and install 
the  battery  (charger  and  battery  are  included).  This  30"  long  boat 

comes  with  a  powerful  540  motor  and  a  6-cell  7.2V  battery,  which 

provides outstanding performance in large pools, lakes and ponds.

EXCITEMENT IN THE WATER! 

You'll be on the water and racing full speed in no time, because the Marlin 

comes out of the box Ready For Fun! The radio and all electronics are 
factory installed, so the only thing you have to do is charge and install 
the  battery  (charger  and  battery  are  included).  This  30"  long  boat 

comes  with  a  powerful  540  motor  and  a  6-cell  7.2V  battery,  which 

provides outstanding performance in large pools, lakes and ponds.

Summary of Contents for Marlin Cruiser CBM0003

Page 1: ...ional Motor Controller ESC Compass Boat Models P O Box No 402 Texaco Road PO New Territories Hong Kong Made in China KIT NUMBER CBM0003 MARLIN EP RTR SPECIFICATIONS AND FEATURES EXCITEMENT IN THE WATER You ll be on the water and racing full speed in no time because the Marlin comes out of the box Ready For Fun The radio and all electronics are factory installed so the only thing you have to do is ...

Page 2: ... receiver boat and always turn off the receiver before turning off the transmitter This will prevent stray signals from interfering with the radio control system Always unplug the Ni Cd battery when not using the boat Never cut the receiver antenna wire shorter or you could lose control of the boat Allow the excess antenna wire to hang beyond the end of the antenna support tube When operating the ...

Page 3: ... An AC DC fast charger will allow you to charge the Ni Cd battery from both an AC source and a 12V DC power source like your car battery This means you can charge the Ni Cd battery at the lake allowing you to operate your boat as many times as you want We suggest the Pro Peak 2500 Digital AC DC Peak Charger A6 Cell 1800mAH Ni Cd battery is included to power your Marlin EP RTR For more speed and ru...

Page 4: ... low This means no more buying AA Alkaline batteries Never attempt to charge and or recharge ORDINARY Alkaline batteries TRANSMITTER UPGRADE TIP Antenna Transmits the signal from the transmitter to the receiver inside the boat Battery Status LEDs Shows the condition of the transmitter batteries Both LEDs glow when the batteries are fresh When only the red LED glows the batteries should be replaced...

Page 5: ...orward TIPS FROM THE PROS l When installing the transmitter antenna don t force the antenna into place or over tighten it Doing so could cause damage to the antenna and or transmitter l The Ni Cd battery is held in place using strips of hook and loop material When you install the Ni Cd battery make sure you push the Ni Cd battery firmly into position to ensure that the hook and loop material holds...

Page 6: ...ove the top deck from the boat by first removing the two retaining clips from the back of the deck then by lifting the back of the deck up and out Then remove the hatch cover WARNING Do not charge the Ni Cd battery before installing it Charging will be done later PRO TIP The Ni Cd battery is held in place using strips of hook and loop material that are pre installed at the front of the battery mou...

Page 7: ...RTANT As a safety feature the connectors can only be plugged in one way Uncoil the receiver antenna wire and slide it into one end of the antenna support tube and out the other end IMPORTANT Leave the excess antenna wire hanging from the top of the tube Under no circumstances should you cut the antenna wire shorter Push the end of the antenna support tube firmly into the antenna support tube mount...

Page 8: ... other the quicker and sharper the boat will turn SETTING UP YOUR MARLIN EP RTR BASIC OPERATION Carefully adjust the two control trim tabs on the transmitter so that they are centred If the trim tabs aren t centred gently slide them into the centre position using your finger CHECKING THE CONTROLS Turn on the receiver by moving the on off switch into the ON position PRO TIP Always make sure you tur...

Page 9: ...boat will not run straight It will always turn in one direction or the other PRO TIP The rudder can turn back and forth under pressure without turning the steering servo This design allows the rudder to turn if you were to hit something This helps prevent damage to the steering linkage and servo If the rudder can t be centred using the steering trim lever grasp the rudder with your fingers and fir...

Page 10: ...RY CHARGING WARNINGS After getting out to the lake but before running your boat for the first time you must range test the radio control system This will ensure that the transmitter is talking correctly to the receiver You should follow this procedure before you run your boat for the first time and after you have a hard crash or after a repair Turn on the transmitter then turn on the receiver Plac...

Page 11: ...a very short period of time When this happens immediately return the boat to shore so it doesn t completely run out of power in the middle of the lake When operating in rough water some water may get into the hull This will not cause damage but you should remove the top deck and soak up any water using a paper towel or rag Do not run the boat without the hatch cover and top deck installed If any o...

Page 12: ...ort A Transmitter antenna is retracted A Extend transmitter antenna completely B Receiver antenna is cut or damaged B Contact local distributor See separate sheet C Transmitter batteries are low C Replace transmitter batteries D Ni Cd battery is low D Recharge Ni Cd battery 3 While running the boat radio A Ni Cd battery connector is loose A Check that Ni Cd battery connector is plugged in system o...

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