AquaCraft Miss Seattle User Manual

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WARNING

Never attempt to swim after a stalled R/C boat.
Never operate your R/C boat while standing in the water.
Never operate your R/C boat in the presence of swimmers.
Always use a Personal Flotation Device (PFD) when boarding and operating your

retrieval craft, i.e. Jon boat or duck boat. NOTE: Because of the sharp running
hardware included with this R/C boat, we do not recommend a rubber blow up raft.

R/C boat running hardware is very sharp. Be very careful when working on and around
the metal parts.

While the motor is running, pay close attention to the propeller. Do not come in contact
with the propeller at any time the engine is running or serious injury will result.

AquaCraft products are to be used by ages 14 and over.

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the AquaCraft Miss Seattle

Hydroplane. We want the time you spend with your new RC
boat to be fun and successful so please fully read the manual.
If for any reason you think this model is not for you, return it
to your place of purchase immediately. NOTE: Your hobby

dealer cannot accept a return on any model after final
assembly or after your boat has been operated.

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.

Items Included

Important LiPo Performance

and Care Information!

To get the most performance and safety from your

LiPo battery, please read and understand the following
information.

CHARGING

Always follow the manufacture’s recommendation for charging

and maintain your batteries. We would, however, like to expand
further on this for RC boating use. Please read the following.

For best performance and longest battery life, never charge
your LiPos at a charge rate higher than 1C. (1000mAh = 1amp).
It’s best to remove the battery pack from the model and charge
in a safe containment system like a LiPo Sack (GPMP0751)
or other safe charge container.

DISCHARGING OR OPERATION

We have found it best to use only 80% of the rated capacity of

the battery pack per discharge (boat run). You will experience
rapid depletion of battery pack longevity if you continue to
discharge your packs below the 80% usage target.

In the stock configuration and on smooth water you will find
your Miss Seattle Hydroplane will use around 200 to 225mAh
per minute of operation during wide open operation. On rough
water your Miss Seattle Hydroplane will use around 180 to
200mAh per minute. Keep this in mind as you adjust your run
times. This means you will be getting close to the 80% usage
point at the 4min mark, give or take, using a 1,000mAh pack.

❍ Miss Seattle Hydroplane with electronics installed
❍ Tactic TTX300 Transmitter
❍ Boat Stand
❍ Hatch Tape
❍ Extra Prop
❍ Extra Rudder O-ring

Parts Needed to Complete Your Model

❍ 1 - ElectriFly® 11.1V 1000mAh 30C LiPo Battery

(GPMP0830)

❍ 1 - ElectriFly 3S LiPo AC/DC Balancing Smart Charger

(GPMM3318) OR Duratrax® Onyx™ 235 AC/DC
Advanced Balancing Charger (DTXP4235)

❍ 4 - AA Dry Cell Batteries
❍ 1 - HIGHLY RECOMMENDED ElectriFly SafeCharge™

LiPo Battery Charge Bag (GPMP0751)

RECOMMENDED OPTIONAL PARTS AND TOOLS

❍ Speed Grease (AQUB9500)
❍ 1.5mm hex wrench (DTXR0288)
❍ 2mm hex wrench (DTXR0289)
❍ 2.3mm hex wrench (DTXR0290)
❍ 5.5mm nut driver (DTXR0212)
❍ Grimracer Pro Radio Box tape (AQUB9514)
❍ Great Planes Cell Match (GPMM3210)
❍ Muchmore Racing Spin Lube (MMRC3506)

NOTE: Your AquaCraft Miss Seattle Hydroplane’s Motor
Controller has a stutter bump warning system that warns
you of low battery voltage. This system starts its warning
at 9.6V total, giving you time to bring the boat back to
shore before the motor controller cuts off at 9V total.

This is a built-in safety system for you, your boat and

your batteries. Although this system is in place, we still
recommend adjusting your run times to not exceed 80%
battery usage.

Always unplug and remove the battery from the boat

after use. NEVER leave your battery pack plugged into
the boat when not in use.

STORAGE

Store your battery pack/s in a LiPo Sack (GPMP0751) or

other battery containment device. If your battery got wet at
all, make sure to leave enough time for it to FULLY dry before
storing it in a closed container. It is also best to store them in
a cool, dry place and on a fire-resistant surface. It is best to
charge your batteries to either a full charge (if you feel you
will be using the packs frequently) or at 11.4V for a 3S pack

(or 3.8V per cell) for longer storage.

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Warranty Service

AquaCraft will warrant your Miss Seattle Hydroplane for 90 days
after the purchase from defects in materials or workmanship of
original manufacture. AquaCraft, at their option, will repair or
replace at no charge, the incorrectly made part. This warranty
does not cover damage caused by crash, abuse, misuse,
alteration or accident. To return your boat for repairs you need
to provide proof of purchase. Your store receipt or product
invoice will suffice. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE PURCHASER

BE ENTITLED TO ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER RESULTING
FROM THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THE
PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT. This

warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have
other rights, which vary from state to state.

Outside the USA and Canada, contact your local importer for
warranty information.

HOBBY SERVICES Ph: [phone]
Attn: Service Department 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
3002 N. Apollo Drive, Suite 1 Central Time M-F
Champaign, Illinois 61822

E-mail: [e-mail]

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 fishing

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 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 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.

● In the event that weeds become entangled in the propeller,

stop the motor 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 free­flowing bodies of water such as creeks or rivers.

● Always remove the battery pack from the boat before

charging.

Specifi cations

MISS SEATTLE HYDROPLANE BOAT SPECIFICATIONS

Hull length: 16.4" [416 mm]
Overall length: 18" [458 mm]
Width: 8.8" [222 mm]
Height: 4" [102 mm]
Weight: 14.4oz [408 grams] (less battery)
Run time: 4 to 6 minutes

BOAT FEATURES

➧

New Tactic TTX300 2.4GHz transmitter with lightweight

TR325 receiver.

➧

2200kv brushless in-runner motor with aluminum water
jacket.

➧

LiPo-ready (3S) 30 Amp brushless water-cooled motor
controller with low battery warning system and battery
cut off circuit.

➧

Tough, light-weight ABS construction with square
hatch opening for easy taping.

➧

Great-looking, pre-applied Miss Seattle graphics.

OTHER FEATURES

➧ Adjustable strut
➧ Music-wire drive shaft
➧ Pinch wire motor coupler
➧ Break-away wedge rudder
➧ One-piece aluminum turn fin
➧ 1/8" [3.2mm] prop shaft
➧ Two blade 30mm FRP propeller
➧ Transom drain plug

MOTOR

KV rating: 2200 kV @ 11.1V
Operating current: 1.4A, 8V/ DC
(without loading)
Input: 8 to 14V
Max current: 28A /15 Seconds
Shaft diameter: 3.2 mm (1/ 8")
Motor resistance: 50 m
Dimensions: 27.5 × 30 mm (1.1" × 1.2")
Weight: 71 grams (2.5 oz)

MOTOR CONTROLLER

Rated Current: 30 amp
Battery Connector: Deans® Ultra Plug
Motor Connector: 3.5 mm Bullet Plugs
Wire Gauge: 14G
Warning System: 9.6V Stutter Bump
LVC: 9V
BEC Max Current: 2A
PWM: 8K
Dimensions: 1.8" × 0.9" × 0.4"

(45 mm × 24 mm × 9 mm)

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