SAFETY PRECAUTIONS......................................................2
REPAIR SERVICE ................................................................2
SPECIFICATION & DESCRIPTION CHANGES ..................2
ITEMS REQUIRED FOR COMPLETION..............................2
USEFUL TOOLBOX ITEMS ................................................2
BOAT TERMINOLOGY ......................................................2
FINAL ASSEMBLY ..............................................................4
Assemble the Stand ........................................................4
Transmitter Assembly ....................................................4
Install the Keel ..............................................................4
Install the Receiver Batteries..........................................5
Install the Mast and Sails ..............................................5
Checking the Radio System, Rudder Installation
and Attaching the Sail Control Lines ..............................6
SAILING THE PARADISE SAILBOAT ..................................7
Sailing 101 ....................................................................7
Reading the Wind ..........................................................8
Getting Where You Need to Go ....................................8
Launch Procedure ..........................................................9
The Waiting Game ......................................................10
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS..................................10
RACING ..........................................................................10
•
Because of the speed and mass of this boat, it is capable
of inflicting 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.
•
This boat is controlled by radio signals, which are subject
to possible interference from other R/C transmitters,
paging systems or other electrical noise. Before turning
your radio on, make sure no one else in the area is
operating a radio on the same frequency (channel).
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 Paradise
sailboat 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 below.
1. Under all circumstances return the
ENTIRE
system, boat
and radio.
2. Make sure
all batteries are removed from the boat and radio!
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.
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.
❏
Twelve “AA” batteries (eight for the transmitter, four for the
receiver battery box)
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.
❏
Phillips screwdriver (HCAR1024)
❏
Long nose pliers 6" (HCAR0625)
❏
Paper towels
❏
Water Displacing Spray Lubricant
❏
Electrical Tape
BOW:
The front of the boat.
STERN:
The back of the boat.
PORT:
This is the left side of the boat when aboard and facing
the front (bow). An easy way to remember this is that port and
left both contain four letters.
STARBOARD:
This is the right side of the boat when aboard
and facing the front (bow).
HULL:
The body of the boat.
DECK:
The top of the boat.
KEEL:
A weighted blade that protrudes from the bottom of the
hull as a means of providing lateral stability.
RUDDER:
The hinged vertical plate mounted at the stern that
controls steering.
BASIC BOAT TERMINOLOGY
USEFUL TOOLBOX ITEMS
ITEMS REQUIRED FOR COMPLETION
SPECIFICATION & DESCRIPTION CHANGES
REPAIR SERVICE
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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