Pro Boat Apache 24, Apache 24 EP Rally Sport Owner's Manual

Apache 24 EP Rally Sport Owners Manual

Electric Catamaran Boat

NOTICE

All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, Inc. For up-to-date
product literature, visit www.horizonhobby.com and click on the support tab for this product.

Meaning of Special Language

The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product:

NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND a little or no possibility of injury.

CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of serious injury.

WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage, and serious injury OR create

a high probability of superficial injury.

WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating. Failure to
operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product, personal property and cause serious injury.

This is a sophisticated hobby product and NOT a toy. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic
mechanical ability. Failure to operate this Product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other
property. This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. Do not attempt disassembly, use with incompatible
components or augment product in any way without the approval of Horizon Hobby, Inc. This manual contains instructions for safety, operation
and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to
operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.

Table of Contents

Introduction ...............................................................................................3

Inspection ................................................................................................3

General Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Contents .................................................................................................4

Additional Required Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Section 1: Installation of the Transmitter Batteries ..................................................................4

Section 2: Installation of the 7.2V Ni-MH Battery Pack ...............................................................4

Section 3: Adjusting the Transmitter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Section 4: Checking the Radio System ...........................................................................5

Section 5: Testing Your Boat in the Water .........................................................................6

Section 6: Handling Adjustment ................................................................................6

Section 7: Speed Control Programming ..........................................................................6

Section 8: Maintenance ......................................................................................6

Section 9: Lubricating the Drive Shaft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Section 10: Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Section 11: Identification of Components .........................................................................8

Warranty and Repair Information ...............................................................................9

FCC Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Compliance Information for the European Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Pro Boat® Apache™ 24 Ready-To-Run
boat. Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to
operate your boat.

Inspection

Carefully remove the boat and radio transmitter from the box. Inspect
the boat to make sure no damage is present. If you notice damage is
present, please contact the hobby shop where you purchased it.

General Guidelines

It is important that you read and follow this instruction manual, along
with the radio system manual before you run this exciting boat. Failure
to read and understand the manual could result in personal injury,
property damage or permanent damage to your boat. It is also
important to run your boat responsibly. With proper care and
maintenance, you will be able to proudly enjoy your Apache 24 for
many years to come.

When operating the boat, stay clear of people, full-scale boats,
stationary objects and wildlife. It is preferable to operate the Apache
24 in low wake, low wind conditions and in areas free of people,
wildlife and objects.

Before you operate your model, make sure that your frequency is clear.
If someone is operating on the same frequency, both models could go
out of control, possibly causing damage to the models or to others.
Check all of the hardware, and the propeller for damage and loose
screws before and after each run.

If at any time while operating your model you sense any abnormal
function, end your operation immediately. Do not operate your boat
again until you are certain the problem has been corrected. Always

stay clear of the propeller.

Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years.
This is not a toy.

The Apache 24 comes Ready-To-Run with the Pro Boat 2.4GHz radio
system and electronic speed controller already installed. All assembly
and building is done at the factory, allowing you to quickly get your
boat running.

Safety, Precautions, and Warnings
As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for operating it
in a manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in
damage to the product or the property of others.

Carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional
support equipment (chargers, rechargeable battery packs, etc.) that
you use.

This model is controlled by a radio signal that is subject to interference
from many sources outside your control. This interference can cause
momentary loss of control so it is necessary to always keep a safe
distance in all directions around your model, as this margin will help to
avoid collisions or injury.

Always operate your model in an open area away from people.•
Avoid operating your model where injury or damage can occur.•
Never operate the model out in populated areas for any reason.•
Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.•
Carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any •

optional support equipment (chargers, rechargeable battery
packs, etc.) that you use.

Keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out of •
the reach of children.

Moisture causes damage to electronics. Avoid prolonged •
water exposure to all equipment not specifically designed and
protected for this purpose.

Specifications

Hull Length ........................24 in (609mm)

Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.5 in (216mm)

Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Water-cooled High-performance 550-size

Radio System ......................Pro Boat 2.4GHz Pistol-grip Transmitter

Drive System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Direct Drive

Steering System ....................Steerable Drive System

Speed Control ......................Waterproof Electronic with Reverse

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Contents

Assembled Apache 24 EP RTR•
Pro Boat radio transmitter•
Boat stand•

Additional Required Items

You will need to purchase the following to get your boat on the water:

•4AAalkalinebatteriesfortheradiotransmitter

•7.2VNi-MHBatteryPackwithTamiyaConnector(DYN1050)

•ProphetSportIINi-MHBatteryPeakCharger(DYN4077)

Section 1: Installation of the Transmitter Batteries

Install 4 AA alkaline batteries into the transmitter, following the
instructions provided for your radio system.

Turn on the transmitter, making sure that all three LEDs illuminate on
the power indicator and that the trim knobs are in the center position.
Turn the transmitter off.

Section 2: Installation of the 7.2V Ni-MH Battery Pack

Carefully remove the hatch (scale pilot cockpit).

instructions included with your fast charger to ensure a safe charge.
Plug the battery into the female battery connector attached to the
electronic speed controller.

Make sure the receiver switch is in the "OFF" position. Install a fully
charged 7.2V Ni-MH battery pack into the radio box. Follow the

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Section 3: Adjusting the Transmitter

Note: Refer to the radio instructions for specific information on

transmitter setup.

It may be necessary to adjust the throttle trim knob to stop the
propeller from turning while the throttle trigger is in the neutral
position.

Throttle Trim

Section 4: Checking the Radio System

Ensure the antenna tube is properly placed through the hull. It may
be necessary to slightly pull the antenna wire out to make certain the
radio range is sufficient.

Adjust the rudder trim knob so that the rudder is centered prior to
operation. You may adjust this control to make the boat run straight
during operation.

Steering Trim

Turn the transmitter on, then the receiver. Check for correct operation.
The rudder control arm should move toward the front of the boat when
right input is given. Conversely, when left input is given, the control arm
should move toward the back of the boat.

Left Turn

Left Turn

With the propeller free from any objects, give some throttle input to
ensure that the motor is working. If everything appears to be
functioning correctly, you are ready to run your boat!

Note: If you are transporting your boat, make sure you disconnect

the battery from the speed controller and then turn your
radio off until you are ready to run the boat. Once ready,
simply turn the radio on and plug the battery into the speed
controller, again making sure that the boat is in neutral.

Walk away from the boat. Actuate the rudder to confirm proper control
at least 30 feet from the boat prior to deploying the boat into the water.

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Section 5: Testing Your Boat in the Water

Carefully place the boat in the water. Pilot the boat at slow speeds,
staying close to the shoreline to ensure you have good control and that
the boat is functioning correctly. Be certain to avoid all objects in the
water at all times.

Section 6: Handling Adjustment

Operate your Apache 24 in low to medium wake conditions to avoid
having problems with the boat overturning. If the conditions are ques­tionable, adjust the prop strut down a bit to reduce the likelihood of
having the boat overturn.

Loosen to Adjust

Outdrive

Once you feel comfortable with the control of your boat, it is safe to go
further away from the shoreline and at faster speeds. When you notice
the boat begin to lose speed, bring the boat back to shore. It may be
necessary to allow the electronic components to cool down and to
replace or recharge the battery before heading out again.

You may also turn the dual rate dial down to reduce rudder travel in
rough water conditions.

Steering Dual Rate

Section 7: Speed Control Programming

The ESC in your Apache 24 is preprogrammed from the factory. The fol­lowing has been provided if you happen to need to reset the
programming of your ESC.

1. Turn on the transmitter’s power switch. Be sure the transmitter
batteries are fully charged.

2. Place the boat in position to allow the propeller to move freely
or disconnect one of the motor wires from the motor.

3. Turn on the receiver switch. Move the throttle trigger (stick)
to full throttle, then to full reverse. The ESC will automatically
memorize the initial movement of the throttle channel each time
the receiver switch is turned on.

Section 8: Maintenance

Before and at the end of each run, make sure all screws are tight and
the propeller is free from any entanglement.

4. To reset the maximum throttle setting, simply turn the ESC's
power switch off then on and move the throttle stick to full
movements again.

5. When operation is complete, turn off the receiver, then the
transmitter.

Note: Do not turn off the transmitter first or the receiver may pick

up stray signals and run out of control. It may be necessary
to adjust the throttle trim adjustment to stop the propeller
when the throttle trigger is released.

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Section 9: Lubricating the Drive Shaft

1. Loosen the 1.5mm setscrew connecting the drive shaft to the
motor coupler.

2. Loosen the 1.5mm setscrew connecting the universal joint to
the drive shaft.

4. Move the rudder assembly and slide the drive shaft out of the
stuffing box.

5. Lubricate the drive shaft with PRB0100 Marine Grease. Reinstall
the drive shaft in reverse order. Be sure to reinstall the nylon
washer between the universal and the stuffing box.

3. Remove the two 3mm screws from the outdrive to separate
the rudder assembly from the mount. Make sure not to lose the
3mm nuts when removing the screws.

Note: Running the Apache 24 EP RTR in salt water could cause

some parts to corrode. If you run the boat in salt water, rinse
it thoroughly in fresh water after each use and lubricate the
drive system.

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Section 10: Replacement Parts

In the event that you need to purchase replacement parts for your engine or the Apache 25, please see your local hobby store. You can also
purchase them from Horizon Hobby by calling 1-800-338-4639 or shop online at www.horizonhobby.com.

PRB0102 . . . . . . . . . . .Clear Flexible Tape

PRB0150 . . . . . . . . . . .Propeller

PRB0154 . . . . . . . . . . .Stainless Steel Propeller

PRB2068 . . . . . . . . . . .Water Outlet Nut

PRB2228 . . . . . . . . . . .Rubber Boot

PRB2218 . . . . . . . . . . .Propeller Nut

PRB2219 . . . . . . . . . . .Nylon Propeller Washer

PRB2223 . . . . . . . . . . .Pushrod Connector

PRB2226 . . . . . . . . . . .Antenna Tube

PRB2239 ...........Drain Plug

PRB2314 . . . . . . . . . . .Electronic Speed Controller

PRB2507 . . . . . . . . . . .Drive Dog and Prop Shaft

PRB2808 . . . . . . . . . . .Rudder Pushrod

Section 11: Identification of Components

PRB3103

PRB2815 . . . . . . . . . . .Steerable Drive System

PRB3102 . . . . . . . . . . .Drive Shaft with U-joint

PRB3103 . . . . . . . . . . .Steering Pushrod

PRB3105 . . . . . . . . . . .Motor

PRB3107 . . . . . . . . . . .Motor Cooling Coil

PRB3108 . . . . . . . . . . .Universal Joint

PRB3401 . . . . . . . . . . .Hull Only

PRB3402 . . . . . . . . . . .Hatch

PRB3403 . . . . . . . . . . .Boat Stand

PRB3404 . . . . . . . . . . .Decal

PRB3406 . . . . . . . . . . .Drive Shaft

PRB8060 . . . . . . . . . . .2.4GHz Pistol-Grip Transmitter

PRB8061 . . . . . . . . . . .Digital Servo

PRB3105

PRB3107

PRB2226

PRB3102

PRB2507PRB3102

PRB0150

PRB3402

PRB3401

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PRB2314

PRB3403

Warranty and Repair Information

Warranty Period: Exclusive Warranty- Horizon Hobby, Inc., (Horizon)
warranties that the Products purchased (the "Product") will be free
from defects in materials and workmanship at the date of purchase by
the Purchaser.

Limited Warranty: Horizon reserves the right to change or modify
this warranty without notice and disclaims all other warranties,
express or implied.

(a) This warranty is limited to the original Purchaser (“Purchaser”) and
is not transferable. REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER
THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE PURCHASER. This
warranty covers only those Products purchased from an authorized Ho­rizon dealer. Third party transactions are not covered by this warranty.
Proof of purchase is required for all warranty claims.

(b) Limitations- HORIZON MAKES NO WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ABOUT NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABIL­ITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF THE PRODUCT. THE
PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY ALONE HAVE DETERMINED
THAT THE PRODUCT WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE
PURCHASER’S INTENDED USE.

(c) Purchaser Remedy- Horizon’s sole obligation hereunder shall be
that Horizon will, at its option, (i) repair or (ii) replace, any Product
determined by Horizon to be defective. In the event of a defect, these
are the Purchaser’s exclusive remedies. Horizon reserves the right to
inspect any and all equipment involved in a warranty claim. Repair or
replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon. This war­ranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to acts of God,
accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial use, or modification
of or to any part of the Product. This warranty does not cover damage
due to improper installation, operation, maintenance, or attempted re­pair by anyone other than Horizon. Return of any Product by Purchaser
must be approved in writing by Horizon before shipment.

Damage Limits: HORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL,
INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS OR PRO­DUCTION OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE
PRODUCT, WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY,
NEGLIGENCE, OR STRICT LIABILITY. Further, in no event shall the li­ability of Horizon exceed the individual price of the Product on which
liability is asserted. As Horizon has no control over use, setup, final
assembly, modification or misuse, no liability shall be assumed nor
accepted for any resulting damage or injury. By the act of use, setup or
assembly, the user accepts all resulting liability.

If you as the Purchaser or user are not prepared to accept the liabil­ity associated with the use of this Product, you are advised to return
this Product immediately in new and unused condition to the place of
purchase.

Law: These Terms are governed by Illinois law (without regard to con­flict of law principals).

WARRANTY SERVICES
Questions, Assistance, and Repairs: Your local hobby store and/or

place of purchase cannot provide warranty support or repair. Once as­sembly, setup or use of the Product has been started, you must contact
Horizon directly. This will enable Horizon to better answer your ques­tions and service you in the event that you may need any assistance.
For questions or assistance, please direct your email to
[e-mail], or call 877.504.0233 toll free to
speak to a Product Support representative. You may also find
information on our website at www.horizonhobby.com.

Inspection or Repairs: If this Product needs to be inspected or
repaired, please use the Horizon Online Repair Request submission
process found on our website or call Horizon to obtain a Return Mer­chandise Authorization (RMA) number. Pack the Product securely using
a shipping carton. Please note that original boxes may be included, but
are not designed to withstand the rigors of shipping without additional
protection. Ship via a carrier that provides tracking and insurance for
lost or damaged parcels, as Horizon is not responsible for merchandise
until it arrives and is accepted at our facility. An Online Repair Request
is available at www.horizonhobby.com http://www.horizonhobby.
com under the Repairs tab. If you do not have internet access, please
contact Horizon Product Support to obtain a RMA number along with
instructions for submitting your product for repair. When calling Hori­zon, you will be asked to provide your complete name, street address,
email address and phone number where you can be reached during
business hours. When sending product into Horizon, please include
your RMA number, a list of the included items, and a brief summary of
the problem. A copy of your original sales receipt must be included for
warranty consideration. Be sure your name, address, and RMA number
are clearly written on the outside of the shipping carton.

Notice: Do not ship batteries to Horizon. If you have any issue with
a battery, please contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support
office.

Warranty Inspection and Repairs: To receive warranty service,
you must include your original sales receipt verifying the proof­of-purchase date. Provided warranty conditions have been met, your

Product will be repaired or replaced free of charge. Repair or
replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon.

Non-Warranty Repairs: Should your repair not be covered by war­ranty the repair will be completed and payment will be required
without notification or estimate of the expense unless the expense
exceeds 50% of the retail purchase cost. By submitting the item for

repair you are agreeing to payment of the repair without notification.
Repair estimates are available upon request. You must include this
request with your repair. Non-warranty repair estimates will be billed
a minimum of ½ hour of labor. In addition you will be billed for return
freight. Horizon accepts money orders and cashiers checks, as well as
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover cards. By
submitting any item to Horizon for inspection or repair, you are
agreeing to Horizon’s Terms and Conditions found on our website under
the Repairs tab.

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Country of
Purchase

United States

United
Kingdom

Germany Horizon

France Horizon Hobby SAS 14 Rue Gustave Eiffel

Horizon Hobby Address Phone Number/ Email

Horizon Service Center
(Electronics and engines)

Horizon
Product Support
(All other products)

Horizon Hobby
Limited

Technischer Service

4105 Fieldstone Rd
Champaign, Illinois
61822 USA

Units 1-4 Ployters Rd
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Germany

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91230 Montgeron
France

FCC Statement

877-504-0233

[e-mail]

[phone]

[e-mail]

[phone]

[e-mail]

[phone]

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.

This product contains a radio transmitter with wireless technology
which has been tested and found to be compliant with the applicable
regulations governing a radio transmitter in the 2.400GHz to

2.4835GHz frequency range.

Antenna Separation Distance

When operating your Spektrum transmitter, please be sure to maintain
a separation distance of at least 5 cm between your body (excluding
fingers, hands, wrists, ankles and feet) and the antenna to meet RF
exposure safety requirements as determined by FCC regulations.

The illustrations below show the approximate 5 cm RF exposure area
and typical hand placement when operating your Spektrum transmitter.

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Compliance Information for the European Union

Declaration of Conformity (in accordance with ISO/IEC 17050-1)
No. HH2010092701

Product(s): Apache Catamaran 2.4 EP RTR
Item Number(s): PRB3400S

Equipment class: 2

The object of declaration described above is in conformity with the requirements of the specifications listed below, following the provisions of the
European R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC:

EN 300-328 Technical requirements for Radio equipment.
EN 301 489-1, 301 489-17 General EMC requirements
EN 60950 Safety

Signed for and on behalf of:
Horizon Hobby, Inc.
Champaign, IL USA
September 27, 2010

Steven A. Hall

Vice President

International Operations and Risk Management

Horizon Hobby, Inc.

Instructions for Disposal of WEEE by Users in the European Union

This product must not be disposed of with other waste. Instead, it is the user’s responsibility to dispose of their waste equipment by

handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collection
and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner
that protects human health and the environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please
contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product.

©2010 Horizon Hobby, Înc. The Spektrum trademark is used with permission of Bachmann Industries Inc.
Pro Boat and Apache are trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby, Inc. US patent 7,391,320.

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