Harbor Freight Tools Rechargeable Radio Control Speedboat Product manual
RADIO CONTROLLED
Model
95641
ELECTRIC RACING BOAT
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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Harbor Freight Tools. Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing
improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein. Tools required for
assembly and service may not be included.
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Manual Revised 08e, 09j, 09k
SPECIFICATIONS
Boat Battery 7.2 V, 1800 mAh, NiMH
AC/DC Adapter Input: 120 V~, Output: 9 VDC
Transmitter Batteries Required 8 “AA” batteries (sold separately)
Radio Control Frequencies
Control Range up to 400’
Run Time 10-20 minutes per full charge
26.995 MHz, 27.045 MHz, 27.095 MHz,
27.125 MHz, 27.145 MHz, 27.175 MHz
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You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly,
operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures, parts list and assembly
diagram. Keep your invoice with this manual. Write the invoice number on the inside
of the front cover. Write the product’s serial number in the back of the manual near the
assembly diagram, or write month and year of purchase if product has no serial number.
Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING!
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, re, and/or serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WORK AREA
Keep your work area clean and well lit. 1. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite
accidents.
Do not operate Boat in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of 2.
ammable liquids, gases, or dust. Radio Control electronics may create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
Keep bystanders and visitors away while operating. 3. Distractions can cause
you to lose control. Protect others in the area from rapidly spinning propellers.
Provide barriers or shields as needed.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and 1.
grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. Never remove the
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grounding prong or modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter
plugs. Check with a qualied electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the
outlet is properly grounded. If the tools should electrically malfunction or break
down, grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the
user.
Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider 2.
than the other). This plug will t in a polarized outlet only one way. If the
plug does not t fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not t,
contact a qualied electrician to install a polarized outlet. Do not change
the plug in any way. Double insulation eliminates the need for the three wire
grounded power cord and grounded power supply system.
Do not abuse the Power Cord. Never use the Power Cord to carry the tools 3.
or pull the Plug from an outlet. Keep the Power Cord away from heat, oil,
sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged Power Cords immediately.
Damaged Power Cords increase the risk of electric shock.
When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord marked 4.
“W-A” or “W”. These extension cords are rated for outdoor use, and reduce the
risk of electric shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operat-1.
ing this Boat. Do not use while tired or under the inuence of drugs, alco-
hol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating may result in serious
personal injury.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. 2.
Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes,
jewelry, or long hair can be caught in propellers.
Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the Power Switch is off before plugging 3.
in. Carrying this Boat with your nger on the Power Switch invites accidents.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. 4. Proper foot-
ing and balance enables better control.
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. 5. Always wear ANSI-ap-
proved safety goggles and work gloves when using or performing maintenance on
this product.
PRODUCT USE AND CARE
Do not use the Boat if the Power Switch does not turn it on or off. 1. Any tool
that cannot be controlled with the Power Switch is dangerous and must be re-
placed.
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Disconnect the Power Cord Plug from the power source before making any 2.
adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the Boat. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of starting accidently. Always unplug from its
electrical outlet before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning
procedures.
Store out of reach of children and other untrained persons. 3. Never allow Chil-
dren to come in contact with this product.
Maintain with care and keep clean. 4. Properly maintained, this product is easier to
control. Do not use if damaged in any way. Tag and “Do not use” until repaired.
Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and 5.
any other condition that may affect the Boat’s operation. If damaged, have it
serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poor maintenance.
Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your 6.
model. Accessories that may be suitable for one product may become hazardous
when used on another.
SERVICE
Product service must be performed only by qualied repair personnel. 1. Ser-
vice or maintenance performed by unqualied personnel could result in a risk of
injury.
When servicing this product, use only identical replacement parts. Follow 2.
instructions in the “Inspection, Maintenance, And Cleaning” section of this
manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions
may create a risk of electric shock or injury.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Maintain labels and nameplates on the product. 1. These carry important infor-
mation. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
Maintain a safe working environment. 2. Make sure there is adequate surrounding
workspace.
Always keep all electrical cords away from the propellers on this Boat. 3.
If two Boats with the same radio frequency are used (both with the same 4.
numbers on the Transmitter and/or Receiver), they must be at least 1640’
away from one another in order to maintain adequate transmission control.
Before using in the water perform a distance check to be certain that you can 5.
maintain radio control at least 25’ from Transmitter to Boat with the Antenna
collapsed.
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NEVER run Boat in swimming pools or bodies of water where people are 6.
swimming or playing.
NEVER recharge non-rechargeable batteries. 7.
Use only batteries of the type recommended. 8. Do not mix old and new batteries.
Remove batteries from both the Boat and the Transmitter if they will not be 9.
used for a long period.
People with pacemakers should consult their physician before using this 10.
product. Electromagnetic elds in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could
cause interference to or failure of the pacemaker. In addition, people with pace-
makers should adhere to the following:
Avoid operating this Boat alone.•
Don’t use this product with the power switch locked on.•
If powered via a power cord be certain that the tool is properly grounded. A •
ground fault interrupt (GFCI) system is also a good precaution. This inexpensive device is a good safety measure because it prevents a sustained electrical
shock.
Properly maintain and inspect all tools before use to avoid electrical shock.•
Never pick up, or lay down the Boat until its Propellers come to a complete 11.
stop. Moving parts can grab the surface and pull the Boat out of your control and
there is the possibility of damage, or personal injury. When handling this Boat, be
sure to keep hands clear of propellers at all times.
This product is for supervised use by ages 15 and up. 12. Children must be prop-
erly trained in safety issues and operating procedures before being allowed to use
this product and must always be supervised by a responsible adult.
Never leave the Boat unattended when it is plugged into its AC/DC Adapter. 13.
Turn off the Boat and unplug it from its electrical outlet before leaving. WARNING:
Always remove the Battery Pack (16) from the Battery Compartment when it
is being charged.
Always wear work gloves if removing the Propellers (4A and/or 4B). 14. The
blades can be very sharp. If the Boat has been recently used, let the Twin 380 Mo-
tors (8A and 8B) as well as both Drive Shafts (6B and 6C) cool at least 15 minutes
before touching.
Do not recharge the Battery Pack (16) if it is hot.15.
REV 09i; 09j
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