1N00-510 Genesis 80cm Boat v1.1 02/04
©Tornado International Ltd. 2003
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Confidential
mechanically less complex, allows good manoeuvrability and removes the
need for “push off” blocks around the pool. When the boat is travelling
straight-ahead both motors rotate anticlockwise (as viewed from the rear). If
the boat is required to turn to the right, the right motor is either stopped or
reversed depending on the radius of turn required. The opposite is true for a
left turn. From the above it is apparent that the connection and correct polarity
of the motors is vital for the correct operation of the boats.
The propeller shafts are made of stainless steel and are supported by only
one bearing. It is at the bottom of the shaft immediately in front of the
propeller. The motor serves as the upper bearing. The bottom bearing is
lubricated by the application of a small drop of light machine oil introduced
through the motor cup at weekly intervals.
Note!
Do not over oil the shaft bearing. Apply
one drop once a week at the end of the
operating period. The boat must then
be stored vertically with the bows up to
allow the oil to run down to the bearing.
If the boat is stored in any other
position oil might enter the motor
causing irreparable damage to the
motor.
When the boat is not in service it must be stored vertically with the bows up.
This allows the water in the outer shaft and any water in the boat to drain
away.
Caution!
Never store the boat bows down. Water in the outer shaft will run out of the
shaft and into the motor, causing irreparable damage to the motor.
The motors are high quality and very expensive. They are of the ironless rotor
type to reduce current consumption and allow instant reversing. Reduced
current consumption prolongs battery life and therefore reduces the
management time required by the attraction.
The propellers are retained by a locknut. For correct operation it is important
that the propellers are free to rotate and no debris is allowed to collect around
the shaft. The propellers should be inspected regularly (at the end of each
operating period) and any debris removed.
The battery contact assembly is mounted above the battery housing. It carries
the battery contacts, receiver plug and motor connections. The battery
contacts should be kept clean and lightly lubricated with petroleum jelly.
2.23 The Receiver (RX)
The receiver is mounted in the rear of the boat. For increased reliability it is
produced using surface mount components on an automatic production line. It
is housed in a custom designed water-resistant case.
