GRAUPNER MICRO MAGIC RTR HoTT Operating Instructions Manual

GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY

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Operating instructions for the MICRO MAGIC RTR HoTT model boat,
Order No.: 2014.HoTT

Brief description of the model

• Ready-made model (ARTR)

• The MICRO MAGIC RTR was developed to reflect advances in the MICRO MAGIC regatta scene, and

represents a factory-assembled version of the boat for the ambitious skipper to enter in racing events

• The hull, deck, canopy and keel / mast socket are supplied as CNC-machined vacuum-moulded ABS parts,
and are already installed and glued in place

• All RC components are installed in the hull at the factory

• GR-12 HoTT 2.4 GHz receiver already installed

• The model can quickly and easily be bound to any Graupner HoTT transmitter

• The rig is largely pre-assembled, so that it can be set up very quickly

• The sails are packed separately to protect them from creasing, and therefore have to be installed by the

operator

• The keel fin and rudder are injection-moulded in glass fibre reinforced plastic to ensure very high rigidity

• Drag is lower due to the slightly reduced area and narrow profiles used for the fin and rudder

• Ready-made sail suit with sewn seams, consisting of lightweight white water-repellent sail fabric

• Stiff, lightweight rig consisting of CFRP tubing. A one-piece mast is employed to ensure a sufficiently rigid

rig without a spreader

• The rig consists of newly developed high-quality plastic fittings which are also used in the kit version

• Factory-fitted jib trim servo, enabling the skipper to fine-tune the sail trim while the boat is on the water

• Reduced overall friction in the whole sail setting system thanks to the double-ended output lever with two

return pulleys

• The model can be completed ready for the water in a very short time thanks to the high level of pre-
fabrication

• Pre-painted hull, keel fin and rudder with decals already applied

• Set contents: vacuum-moulded ABS parts for hull, deck, canopy and two-part keel / mast socket, factory-

fitted laser-cut wooden internal parts, boatstand, rudder and keel fin moulded in glass fibre reinforced
plastic, cast keel ballast attached to the keel fin, various injection-moulded plastic parts, carbon fibre tubing
for mast and booms, ready-made sail suit, polyester cord, small items, decal sheet, GR-12 HoTT 2.4 GHz
receiver (Order No. 33506), building instructions in German, English and French.

Specification

Overall length approx. 535 mm
Beam approx. 180 mm
Overall height approx. 980 mm
All-up weight approx. 850 g
Sail area approx. 1450 cm²

Manufacturer’s declaration from Graupner GmbH & Co. KG

Content of the manufacturer’s declaration

If material defects or manufacturing faults should arise in a product distributed by us in the Federal Republic of
Germany and purchased by a consumer (§ 13 BGB), we, Graupner GmbH & Co. KG, D-73230 Kirchheim/Teck,
Germany, acknowledge the obligation to correct those defects within the limitations described below.
The consumer is not entitled to exploit this manufacturer’s declaration if the failure in the usability of the product
is due to natural wear, use under competition conditions, incompetent or improper use (including incorrect
installation) or external influences.
This manufacturer’s declaration does not affect the consumer’s legal or contractual rights regarding defects
arising from the purchase contract between the consumer and the vendor (dealer).

GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY

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Extent of the guarantee

If a claim is made under guarantee, we undertake at our discretion to repair or replace the defective goods. We
will not consider supplementary claims, especially for reimbursement of costs relating to the defect (e.g.
installation / removal costs) and compensation for consequent damages unless they are allowed by statute.
This does not affect claims based on legal regulations, especially according to product liability law.

Guarantee requirements

The purchaser is required to make the guarantee claim in writing, and must enclose original proof of purchase
(e.g. invoice, receipt, delivery note) and this guarantee card. The purchaser must send the defective goods to
us at his own cost, using the following address:

Gliders

Brunel Drive, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG242EG

The purchaser should state the material defect or manufacturing fault, or the symptoms of the fault, in as
accurate a manner as possible, so that we can check if our guarantee obligation is applicable.
The goods are transported from the consumer to us and from us to the consumer at the risk of the consumer.

Duration of validity

This declaration only applies to claims made to us during the claim period as stated in this declaration. The
claim period is 24 months from the date of purchase of the product by the consumer from a dealer in the
Federal Republic of Germany (purchase date). If a defect arises after the end of the claim period, or if the
evidence or documents required according to this declaration in order to make the claim valid are not presented
until after this period, then the consumer forfeits any rights or claims from this declaration.

Limitation by lapse of time

If we do not acknowledge the validity of a claim based on this declaration within the claim period, all claims
based on this declaration are barred by the statute of limitations after six months from the time of
implementation; however, this cannot occur before the end of the claim period.

Applicable law

This declaration, and the claims, rights and obligations arising from it, are based exclusively on the pertinent
German Law, excluding the norms of international private law, and excluding UN retail law.

Important safety notes

You have purchased a kit which can be assembled to produce a fully working RC model when fitted out with
the appropriate accessories. As manufacturers, we at GRAUPNER are not in a position to influence the way
you install, operate and maintain the model, nor the other components used in connection with the model. For
this reason we are obliged to deny all liability for loss, damage or costs which are incurred due to the
incompetent or incorrect use and operation of our products, or which are connected with such operation in any
way. Unless otherwise prescribed by binding law, the obligation of the GRAUPNER company to pay
compensation, regardless of the legal argument employed, is excluded. This includes personal injury, death,
damage to buildings, loss of trade or turnover, interruption of business or other indirect or direct damages which
are caused by the operation of the model.
Under all circumstances and in all cases the company’s overall liability is limited to the amount which you
actually paid for this model.

The model is operated at the sole risk of the operator. To avoid injury to persons and damage to
property please handle your model boat carefully and operate it conscientiously at all times.

Before you run the boat for the first time it is important to check that your private third party insurance policy
provides cover when you are operating model boats of this kind. If you are not sure, take out a special
insurance policy designed to cover the risks of RC modelling.
These safety notes are important, and must be kept in a safe place. If you ever dispose of the model, be sure to
pass them on to the new owner.

GRAUPNER GmbH & Co. KG D-73230 KIRCHHEIM/TECK GERMANY

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The following points are important and must be observed at all times:

• This model is not suitable for young persons under fourteen years of age.

• The keel ballast bulb is made of lead! It is essential to dispose of the lead weight in accordance with current

legal requirements when the model comes to the end of its useful life. It must not be discarded in the
ordinary household refuse. If you are not sure where you can take scrap lead, ask your local authority for
information (usually communal waste disposal sites).

• NOTE: the electronic components, including the transmitter, receiver and servos, must not be discarded in
the domestic waste. You must dispose of these items in the appropriate manner; ask your local authority if
you are not sure (usually communal waste disposal sites).

• The projecting parts of the model may be sharp, and the aerials and masts may cause eye injuries.

• If the model is to be built by a youngster, a parent or guardian must monitor the assembly process, as tools

and adhesives can be hazardous.

• Please operate the model carefully when there are persons or animals in the water; always keep a safe
distance between the boat and man or beast.

• Never run your boat in a protected site, an animal or plant sanctuary or a site of special scientific interest
(SSSI). Check with your local authority that the stretch of water you wish to use is suitable for model boats.

• Never sail the vessel in salt water.

• Never run your boat in adverse conditions, e.g. rain, storm, strong wind (above Beaufort 4), choppy water

or strong currents.

• As the model is designed for light-wind sailing, it should only be operated in wind strengths of 1 to 3 on the
Beaufort scale (leaves moving in the wind). If the wind is stronger, the boat could heel severely and be
impossible to control. Gusty conditions should also be avoided.

• The model requires a breeze in order to move, i.e. in flat calm conditions the boat will just remain stationary
on the water. Please bear this in mind when you are thinking about sailing the model.

• Before you operate the boat, please ensure that the radio control system is working reliably.

• It is important to check the range of the radio control system: switch the radio control system on, hold the

transmitter in your hands, and walk about 50 m away from the boat. All the radio-controlled functions
should continue to work normally at this range.

• Ensure that the channel you intend to use is not already occupied by another modeller. Never run the boat
if you are not certain that your channel is free.

• Switch the model’s radio system off before carrying out any work on the boat.

• Dry cells and rechargeable batteries must never be short-circuited, nor allowed to come into direct contact

with water.

• Remove all batteries from the model and the transmitter when you know you will not be using them in the
near future.

• Do not subject the model to high levels of humidity, heat, cold or dirt.

• Secure the model and the transmitter when transporting them, as they may be seriously damaged if they

are free to slide about.

• Never operate the model on moving water (e.g. a river), as it could easily be washed away downstream if
the wind conditions change.

• If you have to salvage the model, take care not to risk your own life or that of others.

• Check regularly that the boat is completely watertight, as it may sink if too much water enters the hull.

Check the model for damage before every run, and ensure that water cannot penetrate the hull.

• Allow the boat to dry out thoroughly after use.

Care and maintenance

• Clean the model carefully after every run, and remove any water which gets inside the hull. If water gets
into any of the RC components, dry them out and send them to your nearest GRAUPNER Service Centre
for checking.

• Clean the model and the transmitter using suitable cleaning agents only. We recommend wiping with a lint-
free cloth. Never use chemical cleaners, solvents, petrol, white spirit or similar.