AquaCraft Rescue 17 - Manual (Page 6)

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Launch Procedure
1. Turn the power on to the transmitter and receiver (in that
order).
2. Place the boat in water that is at least 8" deep and free of
obstacles.
3. Advance the throttle to half speed and note if the boat has
a tendency to turn right or left. Adjust the steering trim on
the transmitter until the boat runs straight when the steering
is at neutral.
4. When fi nished running, be sure to turn the power off to your
boat and transmitter (in that order).
NOTE: If your Rescue 17 should happen to stall, wind and/
or water currents will slowly carry it to shore. When surveying
areas to run your boat, keep variables in mind such as wind
direction, size of the lake, strength of currents, etc. Above all,
NEVER attempt to swim after a stalled boat.
HELPFUL TIP: Use a fi shing rod with at least 12lb. line and a
tennis ball tied to the end to retrieve a stalled boat.
Safety Precautions
● Never ever attempt to swim after a stalled R/C boat. Do
not get in the water for any reason to retrieve your boat.
To aid in retrieving a stalled R/C boat, set up a fi shing
reel with a tennis ball tied to the end of the line. Better
yet, get yourself a small Jon boat so you can row out
and pick up your boat. Remember to use a PFD any time
you enter your retrieval craft.
● AquaCraft products are to be used by ages 14 and over.
● Do not touch the propeller anytime the motor is running.
Pay equally close attention to items such as loose clothing,
shirtsleeves, ties, scarves, long hair or anything that may
become entangled in the spinning prop. If your fi ngers,
hands, etc. come in contact with the spinning propeller, you
may be severely injured.
● The speed and mass of this boat can infl ict property damage
and severe personal injury if a collision occurs. Never run this
boat in the presence of swimmers or where the possibility
of collision with people or property exists.
● Electric motors produce heat. Do not touch any part of your
motor until it has cooled.
● This boat is controlled by radio signals, which are susceptible
to possible interference from other possible electrical noise.
● If weeds become entangled in the propeller, stop the motor
and unplug the battery before attempting to remove them.
● If your boat should happen to stall, water currents will slowly
carry it to shore. Keep in mind 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 and lake
size. It is not advisable to run R/C boats on any free-fl owing
bodies of water such as creeks or rivers.
● Always remove the battery pack from the boat when not
in use.
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 Rescue 17 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 cabin.
● Remove the battery pack.
● Soak up any excess water with a paper towel.
● Make sure propeller and drive dog are free of debris.
● Wipe down the boat with glass cleaner and a paper towel.
● Allow the interior plenty of time to dry out before installing
the cabin for display.
Ordering Replacement Parts
To order replacement parts for the AquaCraft Rescue 17, use
the order numbers in the replacement parts list. Replacement
parts can be purchased from your local hobby shop or by mail
order. If you need assistance locating a dealer to purchase
parts, visit www.aquacraftmodels.com and click on “Where
to buy”. If you are missing parts, contact Hobbico Product
Support at:
Phone: 217.398.8970
Fax: 217.398.7721
E-mail: [email protected]
Parts List
AQUB6221 Drive Dog with Prop Nut
AQUB6331 Decal Sheet
AQUB6466 Rear Hatch Cover
AQUB6467 Front Hatch Cover
AQUB6468 Cabin Super Structure with LED
AQUB6904 Water Cooling Lines
AQUB7766 535 Injection Molded Prop (2)
AQUB7854 Motor Coupler
AQUB7898 Water Cooling Coil
AQUB7915 Drive Shaft
AQUB7951 Water Pump Motor Mounting Plate
AQUB7952 Water Cannon
AQUB7953 Water Cannon Servo Horn
AQUB7954 Water Cannon Servo Plate
AQUB7955 Water Pump
AQUB7956 Rubber Band Hooks (4)
AQUB7957 ESC Multi Motor Controller
AQUB8764 Rudder Steering Arm
AQUB8765 Rudder Linkage with E-Z Connector
AQUB8766 Rudder
AQUG1063
Main Motor 600
AQUG1064 Water Pump Motor
AQUM7039 Battery Holder with Switch 2 Cell AA
FUTM0031 Rudder Servo
TACJ2490 TX490 Transmitter
TACL0400 RX400 Receiver