AquaCraft Pro Fisherman - Manual (Page 5)

• IMPORTANT: If, for whatever reason, your boat takes on
a large amount of water causing the radio equipment to
get wet, you must do the following immediately: Remove
the battery pack and radio equipment from the boat.
Allow the components to air dry completely before
reassembling. Reinstall the components and check for
proper operation before running the boat in water.
Launch Procedure
1 Turn the power “ON” to the transmitter and receiver (in
that order).
2. Gently place the boat in water that is at least 8" deep and free
of obstacles (weeds, rocks, sticks, ducks, muskrats, etc.).
3. Slowly advance the throttle to full speed and note if the
boat has a tendency to turn right or left. Adjust the
steering trim knob on your transmitter until the boat runs
in a straight line when the steering wheel is at neutral.
4. When finished running, be sure to turn the power “OFF”
to your boat and transmitter (in that order).
The Waiting Game
If your Pro Fisherman should happen to stall, wind and/or
water currents will slowly carry it to shore. The bad news is
that the boat could be carried to the opposite shore. When
surveying areas to run your boat, keep variables in mind such
as wind direction, size of the lake, strength of river currents,
etc. Above all, NEVER attempt to swim after a stalled boat.
Helpful Tip
Use a fishing rod with at least 12lb. line and a tennis ball tied
to the end to retrieve a stalled boat.
Regular Maintenance
After every 10-12 hours of leisurely run time or after a day of
competition, it is a good idea to disassemble and re-lubricate
the gears, shafts, and bearings of the outboard unit with fairly
heavy-duty grease (not oil). Be sure to wipe away any old
grease but DO NOT use any de-greasing agents. Refer to the
exploded view on page 7 for assembly diagram.
Getting More Out Of Your Pro Fisherman
The AquaCraft Pro Fisherman comes equipped with the EP1
Outboard Motor unit. You can increase or decrease the
performance of the Pro Fisherman by adjusting the ride height
or the thrust angle of the EP1. Making slight adjustments can
make major differences, so it is a good idea to keep a record
of any adjustments you make and how it affects performance.
In addition to these adjustments, performance may also be
affected by the weight distribution of your onboard radio gear,
speed control, battery pack(s), etc…
Basic Maintenance
When you are through operating your boat for the day, be sure to
perform these basic maintenance procedures. This will prolong
the life of the Pro Fisherman and help to ensure trouble-free
running. Be sure to turn the power “OFF” to your boat and
transmitter before performing any maintenance.
• Remove the hatches.
• Remove the battery pack.
• Flip your boat over and shake any excess water from the
outboard motor.
• Soak up any excess water with a paper towel.
• Locate and remove the “endcap” at the base of the
outboard unit by turning it counterclockwise. This will
allow you to release any water trapped in the gear
housing. The “bullet” at the front of the outboard unit is
also removed by counterclockwise rotation. This allows
access to the front shaft bearing.
• Make sure the propeller and drive dog are free of moss
and other debris.
• Wipe down the entire boat with spray-on glass cleaner
and a paper towel.
GOOD LUCK AND GREAT BOATING!
To order replacement parts for the AquaCraft Pro Fisherman,
use the order numbers in the Replacement Parts List that
follows. Replacement parts are available only as listed and
can be purchased from hobby shops or mail order/Internet
order firms. Hardware items (screws, nuts, bolts) are also
available from these outlets. If you need assistance locating a
dealer to purchase parts, visit www.hobbico.com and click on
"Where to buy". If this kit is missing parts, contact Hobbico
Product Support.
Replacement Parts List
Order # Item Description
HCAB6311 Decal Sheet All the decals for each hull are
on one sheet
HCAB7007 Front Hatch Includes one front hatch with
fishing seat
HCAB7006 Rear Hatch Includes one rear hatch with
fishing seat
HCAB8800 Plastic Pieces Includes trolling motor, foot pedal,
windshields, steering wheel
HCAB7101 Boat Stand Trailer Includes one trailer, unpainted.
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS
KEEP ON BASSIN’
5