ShockWave 26 EP Rally Sport Owners Manual Electric Deep-V Boat Specifications Hull Length..........................................................................................26 in (660mm) Beam....................................................................................................7.5 in (191mm) Motor....................................................... Water-cooled hi-performance 550-size Radio System.......................................................
Introduction The ShockWave 26 RS comes Ready-To-Run with the Pro Boat 27MHz AM 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. Thank you for purchasing the Pro Boat™ ShockWave™ 26 EP Rally Sport Ready-To-Run boat. Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to operate your boat. Table of Contents Introduction........................................................................
General Guidelines It is important that you read and follow this instruction manual, along with the radio system manual before you run this exciting boat. Failure to read and understand the manual could result is personal injury, property damage or permanent damage to your boat. It is also important to run your boat responsibly. With proper care and maintenance, you will be able to proudly enjoy your ShockWave 26 for many years to come. Before you operate your model, make sure that your frequency is clear.
Limited Warranty (a) This warranty is limited to the original Purchaser ("Purchaser") and is not transferable. REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE PURCHASER. This warranty covers only those Products purchased from an authorized Horizon dealer. Third party transactions are not covered by this warranty. Proof of purchase is required for warranty claims.
Safety Precautions This is a sophisticated hobby Product and not a toy. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this Product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the Product or other property. This Product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. The Product manual contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance.
Warranty Inspection and Repairs Repair or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby. To receive warranty service, you must include your original sales receipt verifying the proof-ofpurchase date. Provided warranty conditions have been met, your Product will be repaired or replaced free of charge.
Safety, Precautions, and Warnings •A lways operate your model in an open area away from people. As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for operating it in a manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in damage to the product or the property of others. •A void operating your model where injury or damage can occur. Carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional support equipment (chargers, rechargeable battery packs, etc.) that you use.
Additional Required Items You will need to purchase the following to get your boat on the water: • 8 “AA” alkaline batteries for the radio transmitter • 7.2V Ni-Cd Battery Pack with Tamiya Connector (DYN1170) • Ni-Cd Battery Fast Charger (DYN4056) Inspection Carefully remove the boat and radio transmitter from the box. Inspect the boat to make sure no damage is present. If you notice damage is present, please contact the hobby shop where you purchased it.
Section 1: Installation of the Transmitter Batteries Install 8 “AA” alkaline batteries into the transmitter, following the instructions provided for your radio system. Section 2: Installation of the 7.2V Ni-Cd Battery Pack Install a fully charged 7.2V Ni-Cd battery pack into the radio box. Follow the instructions included with your fast charger to ensure a safe charge. Plug the battery into the female battery connector attached to the electronic speed controller.
Section 3: Checking the Radio System Ensure the antenna tube is properly placed through the hull. It may be necessary to slightly pull the antenna tube out to make certain the radio range is sufficient. Left Turn With the propeller free from any objects, give some throttle input to ensure that the motor is working. If everything appears to be functioning correctly, you are ready to run your boat! Turn the transmitter on and check for correct operation.
Section 4: Testing Your Boat in the Water Make sure the radio is "ON" and the battery is plugged into the speed controller. Test the radio system for proper operation and then carefully place the boat in the water. Pilot the boat at slow speeds, staying close to the shoreline to ensure you have good control and that the boat is functioning correctly. Be certain to avoid all objects in the water at all times.
Section 6: Connecting the Battery to the ESC The Pro Boat ESC comes pre-wired with a Tamiyastyle connector compatible with most battery packs. Use a 6- to 7-cell battery pack. 1. Make sure the On/Off switch is in the "OFF" position. 2. Connect a fully charged battery pack to the speed control’s battery connector. Section 7: Adjusting the Transmitter Note: Refer to the radio instructions for specific information on transmitter setup.
Section 8: Speed Control Programming The ESC in your ShockWave 26 RS is preprogrammed from the factory. The following has been provided if you happen to need to reset the programming of your ESC. 4. To reset the maximum throttle setting, simply turn the ESC's power switch off then on and move the throttle stick to full movements again. 5. When operation is complete, turn off the receiver, then the transmitter. 1. Turn on the transmitter’s power switch. Be sure the transmitter batteries are fully charged.
Section 10: Lubricating the Drive Shaft 1. Loosen the 1.5mm setscrew connecting the drive shaft to the motor coupler. 4. Move the rudder assembly and slide the drive shaft out of the stuffing box. 2. Loosen the 1.5mm setscrew connecting the universal joint to the drive shaft. 5. Lubricate the drive shaft with drive shaft with water-proof 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.
Section 11: Replacement Parts If you have any questions concerning the setup or running of your ShockWave 26 EP RS, please call the Horizon Service Center toll-free at (877) 504-0233.
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