TRA57046-4-RED DCB M41 Widebody Boat Manual

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DCB M41 WIDEBODY
Where to Run
Select a body of fresh water that is calm and free of debris, tree stumps,
moss, fishing line, and other things that can get tangled up in the prop.
The water must be at least 10 inches (25 cm) deep. Be aware that some
ponds restrict the use of model boats. Avoid swimmers and other
boats. Do not attempt to run the DCB M41 Widebody in an area where
there are people swimming or wading. Do not run the model where
it can interfere with boat traffic of any kind. Avoid disrupting fishing
activities. Also, find a clean, stable area of shoreline as a launch site.
Avoid locations that are steep and slippery near the edge of the water.
Be mindful of the many hazards that are associated with any body of
water. The boat belongs in the water, not the driver. The DCB M41
Widebody can accelerate from a stop and does not have to be hand
launched or thrown into the water. Gently place the boat in the water
and accelerate slowly from the bank until you are in open water. Always
choose a launch location where the wind and waves will blow the boat
back to the shore if there is ever a problem that prevents the boat from
driving back to you. If the wind is blowing strongly, then you will need to
reduce your speed while running into the wind to prevent the boat from
blowing over. Running your model in salt water is not recommended.
Damage from corrosion is not covered by the warranty. Your model is
too fast to run in a swimming pool.
BOAT RETRIEVAL
DANGER! DO NOT SWIM OR WADE INTO THE WATER TO RETRIEVE A
BOAT.
NEVER risk drowning or other injury by entering the water to
swim for or retrieve the boat.
If your boat accidentally flips over and fills
with water,
it is equipped with foam flotation to help prevent it from
sinking. Be patient and allow the wind and waves to push the boat
back to the shoreline.
If you have chosen your launch sight carefully
(downwind), your model will probably drift back to you on its own. If there
is no wind, you will need a tennis ball and a length of string. Tie the tennis
ball securely to one end of the string and then throw the ball over the
drifting boat. Pull the ball in and try to entangle the boat in the string. Pull
the boat back slowly to shore. You can also try using a fishing lure with
many hooks and a fishing pole. Try to snag the lip of the upper deck or
drive mechanism with the hooks.
RUN TIME
Your model is able to achieve long run times due to the greater
efficiency of the high voltage electrical system. A large factor affecting
run time is the type and condition of your batteries. The milliamp hour
(mAh) rating of the batteries determines how large their “fuel tank” is.
A 3000 mAh battery pack will theoretically run twice as long as a 1500
mAh pack. Because of the wide variation in the types of batteries that
are available and the methods with which they can be charged, it’s
impossible for us to give you exact run times for your model. Another
major factor which affects run time is how your model is driven. Our
experience has shown that the run times are shorter when the boat is
driven continuously at top speed.
Tips for Increasing Run Time
• Use a high-quality peak-detecting charger.
• Vary your speed. Continuous high speed shortens the run time on your model.
• Maintain your model. Do not allow debris or damaged parts to cause
binding in the drivetrain. Keep the motor clean and the motor bearings
lightly lubricated.
• Apply the throttle smoothly. Hard acceleration, especially from a stop,
will shorten your run time.
DRIVING YOUR MODEL