SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Never swim out to retrieve an R/C boat that has stalled in the water. If you are going into the water, use a small boat or kayak to retrieve your model, always wear a PFD (Personal Flotation Device). • Never stand in the water when operating your model boat. • Remain clear of the propeller when the boat is running. Pay extra close attention to loose clothing, jewelry, long hair, and anything that can be caught in the spinning prop. CAUTION: A spinning propeller can cause severe injury.
THANK YOU Thank you for purchasing your new Venom™ King of Shaves P1 35” RTR Electric Boat. This RTR Electric Boat was designed with both beginning R/C Boat hobbyists and die hard boat enthusiasts in mind. Racers will love the adjustability and tunability of the hull and drive system, enthusiasts will enjoy it’s scale realism, and novice hobbyists will enjoy how easy the Venom™ King of Shaves P1 35” RTR Electric Boat is to drive.
REQUIRED ITEMS RECOMMENDED BATTERY PACKS AA BATTERIES 1521 AA Rechargeable NiMH 15290 AA Alkalines LiPO BATTERY PACKS 1580 20C 4000mah 11.1v LiPO 1581 20C 5400mah 11.1v LiPO 15013 30c 3200mah 14.8 LIPO Side Cutters x8 For Radio 2 CELL DC 11-18V 3 CELL 4 CELL VENOM PRO - CHARGER SPECIFICATIONS • Li-lon/Polymer Battery/LIFE Battery • NiMH/NiCD Battery • Lead Acid (PB) • Charge/Discharge Cycle • Charging Rate: 0.1a-5.
ESC SETUP CONT. STEP #1. Enter the programming mode. Switch on the transmitter. Move the throttle trigger to the Full throttle position and then connect the battery pack to the ESC. Wait for 2 seconds, the motor emits “Beep-Beep” tone. Wait for 5 seconds, the motor emits a special musical tone noting that the program mode has been entered. STEP #2. Select a tuning category. You will hear 4 groups of repeating “Beep” tones when you enter the programming mode.
BATTERY INSTALLATION 2 1 3 Always use a charger specifically rated to charge your batteries. Charging and discharging batteries has the potential for serious injury to persons and damage to property. Caution: If batteries get hot during charging, discontinue charging immediately and disconnect battery from charger. Never leave battery unattended while charging. If you are unsure of how to charge this battery, please contact Venom™ or seek the advice of your local hobby shop.
INSTALLING THE RUDDER 3x3mm Set Screw Thread Lock 0865 1. Slide control rod through pivot block. 3 2 1 2. Apply thread lock and tighten the set screw. Hex Driver 2.5mm 3x3mm Set Screw 3. Make sure the servo is centered before tightening set screw. INSTALLING THE ANTENNA 1. Thread the antenna from inside the hull up through the base of the antenna tube holder. 2. Thread the antenna through the antenna tube. 3.
INSTALLING THE HATCH Secure the hatch by sliding the front pin into the hole at the front of the hull opening. The Hatch should drop easily down so that the magnets hold the hatch securely in place. To waterproof the hatch, use strips of clear tape to seal the lid on all four sides. BASIC CONTROLS WHEEL RIGHT WHEEL STRAIGHT WHEEL LEFT NEUTRAL THROTTLE RUDDER RIGHT RUDDER STRAIGHT RUDDER LEFT FULL THROTTLE NOTE: To avoid flipping the boat, reduce the throttle to slow the boat while turning.
TUNING GUIDE REPLACING/ UPGRADING THE PROP See page 6 ADJUSTING TRIM TABS The trim tabs are used to adjust the bow angle of the hull and add stability. To adjust the trim tabs tighten or loosen the screw above the tab. For example, tightening the screw will cause the bow of the boat to ride lower suitable for rough conditions. 2 1 ADJUST AND MEASURE THE DRIVE SHAFT Loosen the drive using a pair of needle nose pliers and a 2.5mm Hex Driver.
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BOAT MAINTENANCE DRIVE LINE 1. Remove the prop. 2. Loosen the motor coupler set screws for the flex cable. 3. Slide the flex cable out of the drive. 4. Lubricate the flex cable with marine grease. 5. Lubricate the drive ball bearings with a light oil for bearings. 6. Reassemble the drive and wipe away any excess grease and oil. Motor Coupler Set Screw Use high quality Marine Grease to lubricate the flex cable. Lubricate the drive bearings with a light bearing oil. HULL 1.
TROUBLE SHOOTING Problem Speed Control does not operate. Motor does not operate. Motor rotates but boat does not move. Propellers do not rotate freely when disconnected from the motors. Cause 1. Transmitter and/or receiver is not switched on. 2. Batteries are not fully charged. 3. Improper radio installation. 1. Batteries are not fully charged. 2. Improper radio installation. 3. Loose motor wire connection. 4. Damaged motor. 1. Motor coupler set screw is loose. 1. Flex shaft and/or bearings are dirty.
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SETUP NOTES MOTOR & ESC SERVO mm mm mm CG RANGE PROP & DRIVE ANGLES 14 210-230mm
BATTERY BOAT WEIGHT AND SETUP SPECS 15
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