Owners Manual • Bedienungsanleitung Manuel de l'utilisateur • Manuale dell'utente PRB08020 PRB08020i PRB08020AU 17 17 PRB08019 PRB08019i PRB08019AU
EN NOTICE All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, LLC. For up-to-date product literature, visit www.horizonhobby.com and click on the support tab for this product. WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product, personal property and cause serious injury.
EN Introduction Pro Boat® RC models look as good as they perform. Our boats, which include everything from scale sailboats to fully licensed powerboats, exceed expectations and provide years of radio control fun and excitement. Whether your passion leads you towards the pure serenity of sailing or the all-out speed of a Deep-V, Pro Boat models fit your taste, budget and lifestyle.
EN Specifications Impulse 17 ™ Length 17 in (430mm) Receiver Beam 5.125 in (130mm) Hull Material ABS Plastic Transmitter 2.4GHz Pistol Grip Transmitter 2-channel 2.4GHz Motor 380 water-cooled Brushed Motor ESC 20 Amp Brushed 2-channel 2.4GHz Miss GEICO 17 Length 17 in (430mm) Receiver Beam 6.125 in (156mm) Hull Material ABS Plastic Transmitter 2.
EN Battery Charger CAUTION: If at any time during the charge process the battery pack(s) becomes hot to the touch, unplug the battery immediately and discontinue the charge process. 1. Connect the battery pack to the charger. 2. Connect the charger to an AC power source. 3. Allow the battery pack to charge for 12 hours. Antenna Tube Installation 1. Carefully feed the end of the receiver antenna through the grommet inside the hull. 3. Insert the tube into the grommet, then fit the cap onto the tube. 2.
EN Transmitter Controls Reverse Switch Battery Level Indicator Solid Red and Green: Battery voltage is good (above 4V). Solid Red: Battery voltage is critically low (below 4V). Replace transmitter batteries. Allows you to change the direction of steering (ST. REV) and throttle (TH. REV) controls (Ensure proper function with a radio system test).
EN Checking the Radio System 2. Power on the transmitter. CAUTION: Always keep all body parts, hair and dangling or loose items away from a spinning propeller, as these could become entangled. NOTICE: Always power on the transmitter before powering on the ESC. Always power off the ESC before powering off the transmitter. Never transport the boat with the battery connected to the ESC. 1. Turn the transmitter throttle and steering trim knobs to the 10 o’clock position. left 3.
EN Testing your Boat in the Water 1. Carefully place the boat in the water. 2. Operate the boat at slow speeds near the shoreline. Avoid objects in the water at all times. 3. Once you are comfortable operating the boat at slow speeds, it is safe to operate the boat farther from the shore. Tip: If you are using too much steering trim on your transmitter to make the boat drive straight, return the trim to neutral and mechanically center the rudder.
EN When you are Finished 1. Power off the ESC. 2. Disconnect the battery. 3. Power off the transmitter. 1 2 3 4. Remove the battery from the boat. Tip: Always store the boat open (without the hatch sealed) or moisture may allow mold and mildew to grow in the boat. 4 4 Maintenance Always replace the driveshaft when it is damaged or shows visible wear or injury and damage may result. Lubricating the shaft is vital to the life of the drivetrain.
EN Rudder Service 1. Remove the locknut, screw, breakaway pin and rudder from the mount. IMPORTANT: The pin is designed to break in case of rudder impact. If broken, replace the pin with a wood pin (such as a toothpick). 2. Assemble in reverse order. Propeller Service 1. If necessary, use a tool to loosen and tighten the locknut. 2. Remove the locknut and propeller from the drive shaft. 3. Assemble in reverse order. Correctly align the propeller with the drive dog on the drive shaft.
EN Reduced run time or boat underpowered Boat will not Bind (during binding) to transmitter Boat will not connect (after binding) to transmitter Boat tends to dive in the water or takes on water Boat battery charge is low Completely recharge battery Boat battery is damaged Replace boat battery and follow battery instructions Blocking or friction on shaft or propeller Disassemble, lubricate and correctly align parts Boat conditions may be too cold Make sure battery is warm before use Battery capa
EN Limited Warranty What this Warranty Covers Law Horizon Hobby, LLC (“Horizon”) warrants to the original purchaser that the product purchased (the "Product") will be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the date of purchase. These terms are governed by Illinois law (without regard to conflict of law principals). This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
EN Warranty Requirements You must include this request with your item submitted for service. Non-warranty service estimates will be billed a minimum of ½ hour of labor. In addition you will be billed for return freight. Horizon accepts money orders and cashier’s checks, as well as Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover cards. By submitting any item to Horizon for service, you are agreeing to Horizon’s Terms and Conditions found on our website http://www.horizonhobby.
EN FCC Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.