Formula FASTech 26 Brushless EP Deep-V Speedboat Owners Manual
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Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Pro Boat® Formula FASTech 26 Brushless EP Ready-To-Run boat. Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to operate your boat. The Formula FASTech 26 Brushless EP comes Ready-To-Run with the Pro Boat 2.4GHz pistol-grip radio system and electronic speed controller already installed. All assembly and building is done at the factory, allowing you to quickly get your boat running. Inspection Carefully remove the boat and radio transmitter from the box.
Contents • Assembled Formula FASTech 26 Brushless EP RTR • Pro Boat 2.4GHz pistol-grip radio transmitter • Boat stand Additional Required Items You will need to purchase the following to get your boat on the water: • 4 AA alkaline batteries for the radio transmitter • 7.
Section 3: Installing the 7.2V Ni-MH Battery Packs Carefully remove the hatch from the hull. Attach the hook and loop material to the batteries and the battery boxes. The Pro Boat water-cooled ESC comes pre-wired with a Deans-style connector. Use a 2- to 6-cell battery pack listed below for optimum performance. NOTICE: The use of low quality/unmatched cell batteries may cause the esc to cut off early due to the high resistance of these batteries. • PRB3316 7.
Section 5: Checking the Radio System Ensure the antenna tube is properly placed through the antenna tube. It may be necessary to slightly pull the antenna wire out to make certain the radio range is sufficient. The shorter receiver antenna may remain inside the radio box. The ESC will beep until you give full throttle input. The auto sensing circuitry will select full throttle position when you hold full throttle during initial setup. Release the throttle trigger.
Section 7: Handling Adjustment Operate your Formula FASTech 26 Brushless EP in low to medium wake conditions to avoid having problems with the boat overturning. If the conditions are questionable, adjust the prop strut down a bit to reduce the likelihood of having the boat overturn. The motor mount is slotted to allow you to move the motor slightly when adjusting the propeller strut. Loosen the motor mounting screws when adjusting the propeller strut angle and retighten after adjustment is complete.
Section 10: Lubricating the Drive Shaft Lubricating the flexshaft is vital to the life of the drivetrain. The lubricant also acts as a water seal, keeping water from entering the hull through the stuffing box. 3. Lubricate the drive shaft with PRB0100 Waterproof Marine Grease (see your local hobby shop). Reinstall the drive shaft in reverse order. Be sure to reinstall the nylon washer between the universal and the stuffing box.
Replacement Parts In the event that you need to purchase replacement parts for your engine or the Formula FASTech 26 Brushless EP, please see your local hobby store. You can also purchase them from Horizon Hobby by calling 1-800-338-4639 or shop online at www.horizonhobby.com PRB0100 . . . . . . . . . . . PRB0101 . . . . . . . . . . . PRB0151 . . . . . . . . . . . PRB2064 . . . . . . . . . . . PRB2068 . . . . . . . . . . . PRB2073 . . . . . . . . . . .
your RMA number, a list of the included items, and a brief summary of the problem. A copy of your original sales receipt must be included for warranty consideration. Be sure your name, address, and RMA number are clearly written on the outside of the shipping carton. Law: These Terms are governed by Illinois law (without regard to conflict of law principals). WARRANTY SERVICES Questions, Assistance, and Repairs: Your local hobby store and/or place of purchase cannot provide warranty support or repair.
FCC Statement Antenna Separation Distance 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.
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