INTRODUCTION
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USEFUL TOOLBOX ITEMS
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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REPAIR SERVICE
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SPECIFICATION & DESCRIPTION CHANGES
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ITEMS REQUIRED FOR COMPLETION
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BOAT TERMINOLOGY
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FINAL ASSEMBLY
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ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS
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Thank you for purchasing the Bristol Bay Fishing Boat! We at
AquaCraft Models know how exciting a new R/C boat
purchase can be and we know you’re anxious to get started,
but please take time to read these instructions carefully and
completely before attempting to operate your model. This
manual contains the instructions you need to
safely
operate
and maintain your boat. As with any hobby, there is the
possibility of injury. Arming yourself with knowledge is the
best way to avoid injury.
If for any reason you think that this model is not for you,
return it to your local dealer immediately. PLEASE NOTE:
Your hobby dealer cannot accept a return on any model
after the final assembly sequence has begun.
As with any hobby, it is a good idea to assemble a useful
collection of tools to bring along anytime you head out to the
pond. Here are some items you may wish to keep handy.
❏
#2 Phillips screwdriver (HCAR1024)
❏
1.5mm Hex driver (HCAR1150)
❏
4mm Socket or wrench
❏
Paper towels
•
Do not attempt to charge battery packs in the immediate
vicinity of swimming pools, lakes, rivers, oceans, inland
seas, etc. Above all,
NEVER ATTEMPT TO OPERATE A
CHARGER IF YOU, THE CHARGER, OR THE BATTERY
PACK ARE WET.
•
Always remove the battery pack from the boat before
recharging.
•
This boat is controlled by radio signals, which are
susceptible to possible interference from other R/C
transmitters, paging systems, or other electrical noise.
Before turning your radio transmitter and receiver on
,
make sure no one else in the area is operating a radio on
the same frequency (channel).
•
Do not touch the propeller anytime the electronics are
turned “ON.”
Pay close attention
to items such as loose
clothing, shirt sleeves, ties, scarves, long hair or any
loose objects that may come in contact with the spinning
propeller. If your fingers, hands, etc. come in contact
with the spinning propeller, you may be severely injured.
•
The speed and mass of this boat can inflict property damage
and severe personal injury if a collision occurs.
Never run
this boat in the presence of swimmers
or where the
possibility of collision with people or property exists.
•
Electric motors can generate considerable heat.
Do not
touch any part of your motor
until it has cooled.
Touching the motor immediately after running the Bristol
Bay Fishing Boat may possibly result in a serious burn.
If the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability associated
with the use of this product, the buyer is advised to return
this kit immediately in new and unused condition to the
place of purchase.
Repair service is available anytime.
After the 90-day warranty, you can still have your Bristol Bay
Fishing Boat repaired for a small charge by the experts at
AquaCraft’s authorized repair facility,
Hobby Services
, at the
address listed on the front page of this manual.
To speed up the repair process, please follow the instructions
as listed below.
1.
Under all circumstances return the
ENTIRE
system; boat
and radio.
2.
Make sure the electronics are turned off and all batteries
are removed.
3.
Send written instructions which include a list of all items
returned, a
THOROUGH
explanation of the problem,
the service needed and your phone number during the
day. If you expect the repair to be covered under
warranty, be sure to include a proof-of-purchase date
(your store receipt or purchase invoice).
4.
Also be sure to send your full return address.
REPAIR SERVICE
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
USEFUL TOOLBOX ITEMS
INTRODUCTION
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