AquaCraft Pro Fisherman User Manual

Warranty

AquaCraft

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will warrant this kit for 90 days after the date of 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 Pro Fisherman Bass Boat 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: hobb

[e-mail]

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ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION MANUAL

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

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

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

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

ITEMS REQUIRED FOR COMPLETION..............................3

USEFUL TOOLBOX ITEMS ................................................3

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

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

KEEP ON BASSIN’ ..............................................................5

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS....................................5

EXPLODED VIEWS ............................................................7

Thank you for purchasing the Pro Fisherman™! 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.

• Adult supervision is strongly recommended! Children
should be warned about the dangers of playing in close

proximity to water.

• 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 re-charging.

• 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, shirt sleeves, 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 boat
may 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 boat
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 the
instructions below.

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.

SPECIFICATION & DESCRIPTION CHANGES

REPAIR SERVICE

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

INTRODUCTION

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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❏ DTXC2100 – DuraTrax

®

7.2 volt 1500mAh NiCd battery

pack (1 required)

❏ DTXP4000 – AC/DC Piranha

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Peak Power charger

❏ FUGP7300 – Four (4) “AA” batteries. Eight (8) “AA”

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.

❏ #2 Phillips screwdriver (HCAR1024)
❏ 1.5mm Hex driver (HCAR1150)
❏ 4mm Socket or wrench
❏ Paper towels
❏ Spray-on glass cleaner
❏ Hook & Loop material (GPMQ4480)
❏ Hobby knife (HCAR0109)

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

Decals have been provided for your Pro Fisherman. Simply
cut them out, peel, and stick! See the box for recommended
decal placement.

After the decals are applied, press-fit the boat’s steering
wheel into place as shown. The package containing the

steering wheel is located inside the hatch compartment of
the hull.

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

thread 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 new “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 Pro Fisherman.
Refer to the instructions included with your charger for
proper battery charging procedure.

❏ 1. Remove the forward hatch by grasping the fishing seat

and gently lifting as shown to reveal the battery compartment.
Peel the backing off of the supplied hook & loop material and
apply the “loop” side to your 6-cell battery pack.

FINAL ASSEMBLY

BOAT TERMINOLOGY

USEFUL TOOLBOX ITEMS

ITEMS REQUIRED FOR COMPLETION

3

Install (8) new "AA" batteries

THROTTLE

TRIM

RATE

STEERING

TRIM

THROTTLE SERVO

REVERSE

STEERING

SERVO

REVERSE

ON / OFF

ADJUSTABLE

STEERING

POWER

LIGHT