AquaCraft Hammer User Manual

Warranty

• AquaCraft™will warrant this kit for 90 days after the purchase from defects in materials or workmanship. AquaCraft will
either repair or replace, at no charge, the incorrectly made part.

• Make sure you save the receipt or invoice you were given when you bought your model! It is your proof of purchase
and we must see it before we can honor the warranty.

• To return your Hammer™for repairs covered under warranty, you should send your boat to:

Hobby Services

3002 N. Apollo Drive, Suite 1

Champaign, Illinois 61822

Attn: Service Department

Phone: [phone]:00 am - 5:00 pm Central Time M-F

E-mail: [e-mail]

HCAZ3033 for HCAB10**Entire Contents © Copyright 2004

ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION MANUAL

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Before Building:

Thank you for purchasing the Hammer! We at AquaCraft know how exciting a new R/C boat purchase can be and we know
you’re anxious to get started, but please take time to read these instructions carefully and completely before attempting
to operate your model. This manual contains the instructions you need to safely operate and maintain your boat. As with
any hobby, there is the possibility of injury. Arming yourself with knowledge is the best way to avoid injury. If for any reason
you think that this model is not for you, return it to your local dealer immediately. PLEASE NOTE: Your hobby dealer

cannot accept a return on any model after the final assembly sequence has begun.

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INTRODUCTION ..............................................................2

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS......................................................2

REPAIR SERVICE ................................................................2

SPECIFICATION & DESCRIPTION CHANGES ..................2

ITEMS REQUIRED FOR COMPLETION..............................2

USEFUL TOOLBOX ITEMS ................................................2

BOAT TERMINOLOGY ......................................................3

FINAL ASSEMBLY ..............................................................3

Transmitter Assembly ....................................................3

Battery Pack Installation ................................................3

Check the Radio System ................................................4

RUNNING THE HAMMER ................................................5

RACING ............................................................................6

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS....................................6

• Do not attempt to charge battery packs in the immediate

vicinity of swimming pools, lakes, rivers, oceans, inland
seas, etc. Above all, NEVER ATTEMPT TO OPERATE A

CHARGER IF YOU, THE CHARGER, OR THE BATTERY
PACK ARE WET.

• Always remove the battery pack from the boat

before recharging.

• This boat is controlled by radio signals, which are

susceptible to possible interference from other R/C
transmitters, paging systems, or other electrical noise.
Before turning your radio transmitter and receiver on,
make sure no one else in the area is operating a radio on
the same frequency (channel).

• Do not touch the propeller anytime the electronics are

turned “ON”. Pay close attention to items such as loose
clothing, shirtsleeves, ties, scarves, long hair or any loose
objects that may come in contact with the spinning
propeller. If your fingers, hands, etc. come in contact
with the spinning propeller, you may be severely injured.

• The speed and mass of this boat can inflict 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 can generate considerable heat. Do not

touch any part of your motor until it has cooled.
Touching the motor immediately after running the
Hammer may possibly result in a serious burn.

If the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability associated
with the use of this product, the buyer is advised to return
this kit immediately in new and unused condition to the
place of purchase.

Repair service is available anytime.

After the 90-day warranty, you can still have your Hammer
repaired for a small charge by the experts at AquaCraft’s
authorized repair facility, Hobby Services, at the address
listed on the front page of this manual.

To speed up the repair process, please follow these instructions:

1. Under all circumstances, return the ENTIRE system

(boat and radio).

2. Make sure the electronics are turned off and all

batteries are removed.

3. Send written instructions which include a list of all
items returned, a THOROUGH explanation of the problem,
the service needed and your phone number during the day. If
you expect the repair to be covered under warranty, be sure
to include a proof-of-purchase date (your store receipt or
purchase invoice).

4. Also be sure to send your full return address.

All pictures, descriptions and specifications found in this
instruction manual are subject to change without notice.
AquaCraft maintains no responsibility for inadvertent errors in
this manual.

❏DuraTrax

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7.2 volt 1500mAh NiCd battery pack (DTXC2100),

one required.

❏ AC/DC Piranha

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Peak Power charger (DTXP4000).

❏ “AA” batteries, eight (8) batteries are required for the

transmitter.

As with any hobby, it is a good idea to assemble a useful
collection of tools to bring along anytime you head out to the
pond. Here are some items you may wish to keep handy.

❏ #1 Phillips screwdriver (HCAR1022)
❏ 1.5mm Hex Driver (HCAR1150)
❏ 4mm socket or wrench
❏ Paper towels

USEFUL TOOLBOX ITEMS

ITEMS REQUIRED FOR COMPLETION

SPECIFICATION & DESCRIPTION CHANGES

REPAIR SERVICE

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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BOW: The front of the boat

STERN: The back of the boat

PORT: This is the left side of the boat when aboard and facing

the front (bow). An easy way to remember this is that port and
left both contain four letters

STARBOARD: This is the right side of the boat when aboard
and facing the front (bow)

HULL: The body of the boat

DECK: The top of the boat

RUDDER: The hinged vertical plate mounted at the stern that

controls steering

Decals have been provided for your Hammer. Simply peel
and stick! See the photos on the box for decal placement.

TRANSMITTER ASSEMBLY

Important Note: The transmitter is not water resistant and

should never come in contact with water.

❏1. Remove the transmitter antenna from the parts bag and

screw it into the top of the transmitter. To ensure that the
antenna is attached, lightly pull on the base of the antenna. If
it slides out, it is not installed properly.

❏2.Slide off the battery door on the bottom of the transmitter.

Install 8 fresh “AA” batteries into the bottom of the transmitter
in the configuration molded into the battery holder. Re-install
the battery door onto the bottom of the transmitter.

❏3. Turn the transmitter “ON” using the switch on the front.

The red LED light next to the on/off switch should light up. If
the LED does not light up, turn the transmitter off and check to
make sure that the batteries are installed properly. If you see a

flashing LED, the batteries are low and need to be replaced.

BATTERY PACK INSTALLATION

IMPORTANT! Never leave a charger and battery pack
unattended while charging. Use only the recommended
battery pack and an appropriate charger. Do not attempt to
charge the battery while it is installed in the Hammer.

❏4. Remove the body clip at the rear of the top deck and

carefully remove the hatch.

FINAL ASSEMBLY

BOAT TERMINOLOGY

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Install (8) new "AA" batteries

STEERING

SERVO

REVERSE

ON / OFF

ANTENNA

ADJUSTABLE

POWER

LIGHT

STEERING

STEERING

RATE

THROTTLE

TRIM

TRIM

THROTTLE SERVO

REVERSE