/8-Scale Formula Hydro Unlimited Hydroplane Owner's Manual Specifications Officially Licensed replica of the 2006 ABRA High Points Champion. Length........................................................................................45.25 in (1131.3mm) Beam............................................................................................ 23.75 in (593.8mm) Engine.................................................................Zenoah G26M and Tuned Exhaust Speed...............................
Introduction you will be able to enjoy your Formula Hydro for many years to come. Congratulations on the purchase of your Pro Boat™ Formula Hydro. This is a 1/8-scale replica of the world famous full-scale hydro. You are just minutes from one of the most thrilling experiences the radio control hobby has to offer. Carefully unpack your Formula Hydro and examine the boat and its contents. The box should contain the Formula Hydro RTR with radio installed, a boat stand, and the JR® XR3i radio transmitter.
Limited Warranty & Limits of Liability (cont) Questions, Assistance, and Repairs Non-Warranty Repairs Should your repair not be covered by warranty the repair will be completed and payment will be required without notification or estimate of the expense unless the expense exceeds 50% of the retail purchase cost. By submitting the item for repair you are agreeing to payment of the repair without notification. Repair estimates are available upon request. You must include this request with your repair.
Section 1: Building the Boat Stand Additional Required Items Although the Formula Hydro comes fully assembled and ready for action, you will need a few additional items in order to run your boat.
Section 3: Removing the Canopy Section 4: Installing the Radio System Batteries (cont) Transmitter Batteries q 1. Remove the transmitter from the box. Unscrew the 2 knurled hatch-mounting screws from the rear of the hatch. Lift the hatch from the boat. q 2. Remove the battery cover on the bottom of the transmitter. q 5. Install the battery cover back into position on the bottom of the transmitter. q 6.
Section 7: Filling the Fuel Tank Section 5: Installing the Rudder Use only Zenoah® 2-cycle synthetic oil and gasoline mixed 32:1 to power the Formula Hydro. Keep the fuel in a moisture-free environment, as stale fuel will cause the Zenoah G26M engine to lose performance. Parts Required Rudder 2.5mm hex screw Tools and Adhesives Required 2.5mm hex driver q 1. Locate the stainless steel rudder and 2.5mm hex screw. q 3. Find the flat spot on the rudder. Put screw locking compound on the 2.
Section 10: Starting the Engine Note: The Zenoah® G26M carburetor is factory adjusted to deliver optimum performance. See the Zenoah Engine manual for fine-tuning adjustments and other helpful information to make your RC boating experience trouble-free. Pull-starting the Engine Section 11: Initial Launch of the Formula Hydro With the transmitter antenna up, maneuver the Formula Hydro in an oval, turning only to the right at slow to medium speeds.
Section 13: Cooling System Section 14: Clutch Hint: To test each cooling line for obstructions or a leak in the cooling system, place a piece of tubing over the water inlet tubes in front of the rudder and blow into the tube. When testing for obstructions in the cooling system, be sure to isolate each system by pinching the appropriate water lines. Water Pump Water-Cooled Cylinder Head and Exhaust Manifold Cooling Jacket The exhaust system is cooled independently from the cylinder head.
Section 15: Troubleshooting Guide Problem Possible Solution Engine will not start Improper needle setting: see Zenoah® engine manual Out of fuel: fill fuel tank Improper fuel: use fresh gasoline & Zenoah 2-cycle oil (mixed 32 parts gas to 1 part oil) Bad spark plug: replace spark plug Flooded engine: remove spark plug, invert boat and operate the pull-starter to remove fuel Engine starts, then dies Fuel line blocked or broken: connect or replace fuel line Reset needles to baseline setting: see Zenoah i
Appendix Section 18: Replacement Parts Your local hobby store should carry a good supply of Formula Hydro replacement parts. You can also purchase these parts from Horizon Hobby at www.horizonhobby.com or call toll-free 1-800-338-4639. PRB3251................................................................................................. Hull PRB3252................................................................................................. Cockpit PRB2261.............................................
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