AquaCraft Motley Crew - Manual (Page 2)

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INTRODUCTION & DESCRIPTION CHANGES
Thank you for purchasing the AquaCraft Motley Crew. We at
AquaCraft want the time you spend with your boat to be safe, fun
and successful. If for any reason you feel this R/C model is not for
you return it to your place of purchase immediately. Your hobby
dealer cannot accept returns on any model after fi nal assembly or
after your boat has been operated.
AquaCraft products are to be used by ages 14 and over.
All pictures, descriptions, and specifi cations found in this instruction
manual are subject to change without notice. AquaCraft maintains
no responsibility for inadvertent errors in this manual.
ITEMS INCLUDED
➧ Motley Crew Brushless Catamaran
➧ Tactic ™ 2.4GHz Transmitter
➧ Boat Stand
PARTS NEEDED TO COMPLETE YOUR MODEL
❏ 4 – AA Batteries (Transmitter)
❏ Battery packs (2)
❏ Charger
For your convenience we have listed below a few different battery
and charger options. It is also important to note that chargers come
in both DC and AC/DC versions. DC charger requires a 12V power
supply like a 12V car battery or bench top power supply to power
up the charger. AC/DC chargers allow you to plug the charger into a
120V house outlet or DC power supply, therefore making them more
convenient for most charging situations.
OPTION 1: (This is about the minimum cost and performance
needed to operate your Motley Crew.)
❏ 2-AQUC2135 GrimRacer Speed Packs 2S 7.4V 4200mAh 30C
Soft Pack
❏ DTXP4230 Onyx ™ 230 Advanced AC/DC Battery Charger
OPTION 2: (This option is more advanced, providing more run
time and better future growth.)
❏ 2-AQUC2225 GrimRacer Speed Packs 2S 7.4V 5000mAh
40C Soft Pack
❏ GPMM3155 Great Planes ® ElectriFly ® Triton ™ EQ AC/DC
Battery Charger
NOTES ABOUT USING LIPO BATTERIES IN YOUR BOAT:
The Motley Crew uses the AquaCraft 60amp ESC. This ESC has a
built in stutter bump system that cycles the power to the motor
when the battery voltage reaches 12V. This is designed to warn
you of impending low battery voltage and subsequent shut down.
It also has a 10.8V battery cut off safety system that shuts the
power down to the motor so not to damage the batteries.
Having said this: As a rule of thumb we have found it best in very
high current draw applications like an RC boat not to use more
than 70% of the rated capacity of the battery pack, per run. We
have also found that when in doubt and using the recommended
propellers you can expect to use about 1000mAh (give or take)
per minute of operation. Using this you can better judge your runs
knowing you’re taking the very best care of your battery pack
investment.
GrimRacer Says: It is best to test this by
making a timed 2-minute run, then charging
the batteries back up and noting the amount
of mAh the pack allowed back in. Do this each and every time
you make a prop change or any other signifi cant change to your
setup! Then adjust your driving time so you don’t go over the
70% usage mark.
Also keep in mind that car packs (hard case) could be used. But if
you get them wet they can store water causing the internal metal
parts of the pack to corrode; in turn causing short pack life. We
highly recommend the use a dedicated marine LiPo packs.
OPTIONAL PARTS
❏ GPMQ4480 Hook and Loop (If you purchase extra battery packs,
you are going to need to purchase extra hook and loop as well.)
❏ AQUB9725 42X55 2-Bladed Prop (This prop has great acceleration
as well as top speed.)
❏ AQUB9514 Grimracer Pro Radio Box Tape
❏ AQUB9500 Grimracer Speed Grease (You are going to need to
re-grease the drive cable after each day of running.)
❏ AQUB6322 Grimracer Decal Set (Let them know that you’re ready
to race!)
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