Owners Manual • Bedienungsanleitung
Manuel de l’utilisateur • Manuale dell’utente
Batteries sold separately
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NOTICE
All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon
Hobby, LLC. For up-to-date product literature, visit http://www.horizonhobby.com or towerhobbies.com and click on the
support or resources 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:
WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage,
and serious injury OR create a high probability of superfi cial injury.
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of serious injury.
NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND little or no
possibility of 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. 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 use with incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions provided by Horizon
Hobby, LLC. 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.
WARNING AGAINST COUNTERFEIT PRODUCTS: Always purchase from a Horizon Hobby, LLC authorized
dealer to ensure authentic high-quality Spektrum product. Horizon Hobby, LLC disclaims all support and warranty
with regards, but not limited to, compatibility and performance of counterfeit products or products claiming compatibility with DSM or Spektrum technology.
Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.
Safety Precautions and Warnings
As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for
operating in a manner that does not endanger yourself and
others or result in damage to the product or the property of
others.
• When handling and/or transporting your boat, always
pick up the boat from the front, keeping all moving parts
pointed away from you.
• Always keep a safe distance in all directions around
your model to avoid collisions or injury. This model is
controlled by a radio signal subject to interference from
many sources outside your control. Interference can
cause momentary loss of control.
• Always operate your model in open spaces away from
full-size vehicles, traffic and people.
• Always carefully follow the directions and warnings
for this and any optional support equipment (chargers,
rechargeable battery packs, etc.).
• Always keep all chemicals, small parts and anything
electrical out of the reach of children.
• Always avoid water exposure to all equipment not
specifically designed and protected for this purpose.
Moisture causes damage to unprotected electronics.
• Never place any portion of the model in your mouth as it
could cause serious injury or even death.
• Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.
Table of Contents
Water-Resistant Boat with Waterproof Electronics ......... 3
General Precautions ........................................................ 3
Contact Information ....................................................... 15
FCC Information ............................................................ 15
Replacement Parts ........................................................ 57
Optional Parts ................................................................ 58
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Water-Resistant Boat with Waterproof Electronics
Your new Horizon Hobby boat has been designed and built with a combination of waterproof and water-resistant
components to allow you to operate the product in calm, fresh water conditions.
While the entire boat is highly water-resistant, it is not completely waterproof and your boat should NOT be treated like a
submarine. The various electronic components used in the boat, such as the Electronic Speed Control (ESC), servo(s) and receiver are waterproof, however, most of the mechanical components are water-resistant and require additional maintenance
after use.
Metal parts, including the bearings, pins, screws and nuts, propeller, rudder, rudder mounts, prop struts, as well as the contacts in the electrical cables, will be susceptible to corrosion if additional maintenance is not performed after running in wet
conditions. To maximize the long-term performance of your boat and to keep the warranty intact, the procedures described in
the “Wet Conditions Maintenance” section below must be performed regularly.
CAUTION: Failure to exercise caution while using this product and complying with the following precautions could
result in product malfunction and/or void the warranty.
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General Precautions
• Read through the wet conditions maintenance
procedures and make sure that you have all the tools
you will need to properly maintain your boat.
• Not all batteries can be used in wet conditions. Consult
the battery manufacturer before use. Caution should be
taken when using Li-Po batteries in wet conditions.
• Most transmitters are not water-resistant. Consult
your transmitter’s manual or the manufacturer before
operation.
• Never operate your transmitter or boat where lightning
may be present.
• Salt water is very conductive and highly corrosive. If
you choose to run your boat in salt water, immediately
rinse the boat in fresh water after every use. Operating
your boat in salt water is at the sole discretion of the
modeler.
• Wet Conditions Maintenance
• Drain any water that has collected in the hull by
removing the drain plug or canopy and tilting the boat in
the appropriate direction to drain the water.
CAUTION: Always keep hands, fi ngers, tools and any
loose or hanging objects away from rotating parts.
• Remove the battery pack(s) and disconnect the ESC and
motor. Dry the contacts. If you have an air compressor
or a can of compressed air, blow out any water that may
be inside the recessed connector housings.
• Remove the flex shaft and all moving parts. Dry and
lubricate parts after every 15 minutes of operation or if
the boat becomes submerged.
• If the boat becomes submerged in water, immediately
service the motor bearings by spraying them with water
displacement fl uid. Then lubricate the bearings with
medium oil (DYNE0100) and allow it to penetrate the
bearings before running the boat again.
NOTICE: Never use a pressure washer to clean your
boat.
• Use an air compressor or a can of compressed air to
dry the boat and help remove any water that may have
gotten into small crevices or corners.
• Spray the bearings, fasteners and other metal parts with
a water-displacing light oil or lubricant. Do not spray the
motor.
• Let the boat air dry before you store it. Water (and oil)
may continue to drip for a few hours.
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Box Contents
• Pro Boat® Miss GEICO Zelos® 36-Inch Brushless Catamaran
• Dynamite® 1900Kv 4-Pole Brushless Marine Motor (DYNM3915)
A battery (sold separately) is required to
operate the boat.
Product Inspection
Carefully remove the boat and radio
transmitter from the box. Inspect the
boat for damage. If you fi nd damage
is present, please contact the retailer
where you purchased your boat.
12.67 in
(322mm)
Recommended Tools and Materials
• Needle nose pliers
• Paper towel
• Rubbing alcohol
• Open-end wrench: 10mm (2)
• Nut driver: 4mm, 5.5mm, 8mm (DYNT0502)
• Phillips screwdriver: #1
• Hex wrench: 1.5mm, 2mm, 2.5mm, 3mm (DYNT0502)
Battery and Battery Charger
This product does not come with a battery. We recom-
mend two (2) Dynamite Reaction 11.1V 5000mAh 50C
3S LiPo Hardcase batteries with EC5™ connectors (DYN-
B3811EC).
This product does not come with a charger. Choose a
charger designed to charge the recomended battery. We
Recommend the Dynamite Passport Ultra P2 100W AC Plus
2-Port AC/DC Multi-Charger (DYNC3016).
36 in (914.4mm)
• Clear tape (DYNM0102)
• Pro Boat® Marine Grease and Gun (DYNE4200)
• Clean towels
• CA or Epoxy Glue (DYNK0030)
• Ball driver: 2.5mm
• 2 metric rulers
Refer to your charger manual for charging instructions and
safety information.
NOTICE: Never charge a battery in the boat or damage
may result.
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Transmitter Controls
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TH TRIM
Adjusts the neutral
point of the electronic
speed control.
Adjust to make the vehicle drive straight
with no input at the steering wheel.
REVERSE SWITCH
Allows you to change the direction
of steering (ST. REV) and throttle
(TH. REV) controls (default settings are “N” for steering and “R”
for throttle).
POWER SWITCH
Power on
or off the
transmitter.
BATTERY LEVEL
INDICATOR
Solid Green: Battery voltage is good (above 4V).
Flashing Green: Battery
voltage is critically low (below 4V). Replace batteries.
ST TRIM
AVC / ST RATE
Adjusts the amount the rudder
moves when the steering wheel is
turned left or right.
STEERING WHEEL
Control
steering.
Right and
Left steering
with ST. REV
Switch on N
(see ST. REV
switch).
THROTTLE TRIGGER
Stop Reverse
Forward
(when TH.
REV switch on N).
Controls power to motor for forward
or reverse (see TH. REV switch).
(when TH.
REV switch
on N).
Transmitter Battery Installation
This transmitter requires 4 AA batteries (Not Included)
• Remove the battery cover from the transmitter.
• Install the batteries as shown.
• Install the battery cover.
CAUTION: If using rechargeable batteries, charge
only rechargeable batteries. Charging non-recharge-
able batteries may cause the batteries to burst, resulting
in injury to persons and/or damage to property.
Antenna Tube Installation
Install the receiver antenna in the tube as shown. We recommend extending the antenna outside of the boat to the maximum length allowable. Exposing the antenna fully outside
of the hull will provide the best possible range and allow the
use of the boat a long distance. Leaving the antenna within
the hull of the boat and mounting a short antenna tube will
affect the receiver’s range.
Keep the end of the antenna above the boat’s waterline to
get the best transmitter reception.
NOTICE: Do not cut or kink the receiver antenna or damage may result.
CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced
by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries
according to national regulations.
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Battery Pack Selection
When selecting the batteries for your boat it is important to
remember that the limit to each speed control is 22.2V (6S).
WARNING: Maximum battery voltage speciifi cation
is 22.2V (6S). Exceding the 22.2V limit will damage
the ESCs and may result in fi re or personal injury.
The included adapter which is packaged in the boat and
connected to the speed controls is intended to only be used
with two (2) of the recommended batteries to power both
speed control with voltage not to exceed 22.2V (6S). The
adapter combines the voltage of 2 batteries in series and
splits the voltage to power each speed control. The included
adapter should never be used in with any other type of
adapter.
WARNING: Do not use the adapter if you decide to
use packs of voltage higher than 11.1V (3S). This will
damage the ESCs and may result in fi re or personal
injury.
WARNING: Do not use the included adapter if you
intend to use a single 14.8V (4s), 18.5V (5s), or
22.2V (6s) pack to power each speed control. This will
damage the ESCs and may result in a fi re or personal
injury.
Using two (2) batteries, 7.4 (2S) or 11.1 (3S) with the included
adapter will yield speeds ranging from 50-65 mph, depending on the battery’s mAh and C rating. For optimal performance and speeds of 75+ mph we recommend using two
(2) 11.1V (3S) packs in series to power each ESC with 22.2V
(6S). Powering each ESC with 22.2V (6S) requires two (2)
SPMXCA506 adapters to join each set of 11.1V (3S) batteries
for a combined voltage of 22.2v (6S).
BATTERY
11.1V (3S) packs
4 PACKS
11.1V (3S) packs
7.4V (2S) pack
or
11.1V (3S) pack
2 PACKSINCLUDED50-65 MPH
BATTERY
HARNESS
OPTIONAL
2 X
(SPMXCA506)
BATTERY ARRANGEMENTSPEED
NOTCE: Remove the factory installed
harness from both ESCs before
installing the (2) SPMXCA506 optional
battery harnesses.
75+ MPH
7.4V (2S) pack
or
11.1V (3S) pack
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Battery Pack Installation
Batteries can be installed in this boat using either a 2-battery
or 4-battery confi guration. 3S 11.1V LiPo batteries can be
used, but all batteries used in a confi guration must be of the
same voltage, milliamp, C rating and in roughly the same
condition. If you are using a 2-battery confi guration, use
the included battery adapter to connect two (2) batteries in
series, then connect the battery series to the both ESCs in
parallel. If you are using a 4-battery confi guration, DO NOT
USE THE INCLUDED ADAPTER. Instead, use two (2) 10
AWG EC5™ Battery Series Harnesses (SPMXCA506 – NOT INCLUDED) to create two (2) sets of two (2) batteries connected in series, then connect each series directly into the
ESCs.
Do not supply more than 6S to either ESC.
1. Loosen the 4 screws located at each corner of the canopy.
2. Remove the canopy from the hull starting with the 2 rear
screws. Ensure that the 4 screws have disengaged from
their bases before lifting the canopy carefully.
3. Install the batteries all the way forward in the battery
trays. Drive and test, move the battery back 1/4 in
(10mm) increments until the boat drives as desired.
NOTICE: Moving the battery packs back too far will result
in the boat becoming unstable and fl ipping backwards
which could result in damage to the fi berglass hull.
Tip: To prevent the batteries from sliding forward or back
in the tray, we recommend installing either the included
padding or hook and loop tape to secure the batteries to
the trays.
4. Connect the battery packs to each of the adapters, or to
each ESC’s EC5™ connector.
WARNING: The included adapter should ONLY be
used for 2-battery confi gurations. Using the
included adapter in a 4-battery confi guration will damage
the ESCs and may result in fi re or personal injury.
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Positioning the Battery Packs
• Toward the Bow: In rough water or strong wind conditions, place the battery packs at the front of the battery
trays to ensure the greatest stability.
• Centered: Smooth water and calm winds may allow you
to move the battery packs rear-ward in the hull to allow
the bow to ride higher and increase speed. Be aware
that positioning the batteries farther aft increases the
likelihood of the boat blowing over at speed or becoming
unstable.
• Toward the Stern: Positioning the batteries all the way
back in their trays may provide higher top speeds but can
cause instability. Experiment with this position only in
very calm conditions while closely monitoring the hull’s
attitude as you increase speed.
Tip: Move the pack forward or back to
adjust the center of gravity for your boat.
Move the pack toward the bow so the bow
rides lower in the water. Move the pack
away from the bow so that the bow rides
higher in the water.
Control Check
IMPORTANT: Perform a control check at the beginning of
each boating session, after repair or after installation of new
batteries.
Ensure the receiver antenna is extended properly and all batteries are fully charged.
1. Power ON the transmitter and the boat. Do not install
the boat canopy.
2. Place the boat securely on the boat stand.
NOTICE: Do not operate the motor without water
cooling circulation or damage may result.
3. Check steering and throttle on the transmitter.
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Getting Started
1. Remove the canopy from the hull.
2. Install the receiver antenna in the antenna tube.
3. Install the fully charged batteries in the compartment and
secure them with the hook and loop straps.
4. Power on the transmitter. Ensure the throttle is not
reversed and the throttle trim is neutral.
5. Connect the battery to the ESC.
6. Keep the throttle at neutral and power on both ESCs
simultaneously by sliding the power switches to the ON
Position.
• Once armed, the ESC will beep and the LED will flash,
indicating the number of battery cells it has detected.
• The ESCs are joined with a Y harness, ensuring that only
one ESC powers the receiver. If the ESCs are powered
on one at a time, the receiver may not power up. The
secondary ESC will beep and the LED will flash every
3 seconds until the primary ESC is armed. The LED will
turn solid when the ESC is armed.
7. Install the canopy on the hull.
NOTCIE: We recommend appying marine tape
(DYNM0102) around the canopy to prevent water from
entering the hull.
NOTICE: We recommend spaying automotive wax in the
location where tape may be used to prevent the tape
from damaging the fi nish of the hull. Tape may pull the
clear off the hull when removed.
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When You Are Finished
1. Power off the ESCs by sliding the power switch to OFF.
2. Disconnect and remove the battery from the boat.
3. Power off the transmitter.
4. Drain water from inside the hull using the drain plug.
5. Fully dry the inside and outside of the boat, including the
water cooling lines and jacket around the motor.
6. Remove the canopy before storage or moisture may allow
mold and mildew to grow in the boat.
7. Repair any damage or wear to the boat.
8. Lubricate the fl ex shaft using Pro Boat® Marine Grease
(DYNE4200 or DYNE4201) (see, Drivetrain Lubrication).
NOTICE: Never store the boat without greasing the fl ex shafts
or they may rust.
9. Make note of lessons learned from the trimming of your
boat, including water and wind conditions.
NOTICE: Never leave the boat in direct sunlight or in a hot, enclosed area such as a car. Doing so can damage the boat.
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Boating Tips
During the fi rst run, we recommend calm wind and water
conditions to ensure that the boat is properly set up. Maximum speeds of 75 MPH/+ can be achieved once you have
set up the boat for your specifi c conditions.
Consult local laws and ordinances before choosing a location
to pilot your boat.
1. Carefully place the boat in the water.
2. Operate the boat at slow speeds near the shoreline. Avoid
objects in the water at all times. When the boat is moving
forward, ensure water fl ows out of the coolant outlet.
3. Once you are comfortable operating the boat at slow
speeds, it is safe to operate the boat farther from the
shore at higher speeds.
4. When making turns, decrease the throttle to reduce the
probability of fl ipping the boat over.
5. Bring the boat back to shore when the motor starts to
pulse.
NOTICE: Never operate your boat in less than 12 inches
(30.5 cm) of water.
CAUTION: Never attempt to retrieve a downed boat
by swimming. If you need to retrieve your boat from
the water, use fi shing equipment or another boat.
NOTICE: When running at full speed in choppy water, the
propeller may exit and re-enter the water repeatedly and
very quickly, subjecting the propeller and drive shaft to
some stress. Frequent stress may damage the propeller
and drive shaft.
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In rough water and windy conditions, consider:
• mounting the batteries further forward for added
stability
• adjusting the struts downward to prevent the boat from
overturning
• Do Not drive directly in to the wind. The boat will flip
easily which may result in damage to the hull.
Strut Angle Adjustment
Your boat’s propeller struts have been adjusted to provide the best performance while powering your boat with
22.2v (6S). The length of the struts allows for adjustments
to be noticed much easier than the earlier Zelos 36 Twin
(PRB08021).
There is no need to adjust your struts while using the boat in
OEM form. You can adjust the boat’s ride attitude by moving
your battery packs either forward of back on the battery tray.
We suggest only adjusting the struts when changing the
included propellers with your choice of optional propellers.
Use two metric rulers to adjust the struts; one must be at
least 304.8mm.
WARNING: Never attempt to adjust the propeller
struts with the propellers installed or while the boat
is powered on. Severe bodily harm can occur.
1. Remove the batteries and ensure the boat is powered off.
2. Use a 2.5mm hex wrench and a 5.5mm nut driver or
open-end wrench to loosen the stainless steel bolt that
holds the strut’s angle.
3. Remove the propeller for the strut that needs adjustment.
4. Place a ruler lengthwise along the length of the rear most
ride pad. Placing the ruler along more than just the rear
most ride pad will result in mis-measurement and could
negatively affect the ride attitude of your boat.
5. Place the second ruler across the fi rst ruler, forming a 90
degree angle against the propeller strut.
Avoid boating near:
• watercraft
• people (swimming areas, fishing areas)
• stationary objects
• waves and wakes
• rapidly moving water
• wildlife
• floating debris
• overhanging trees
• vegetation
6. Measure the distance between the bottom ruler and the
propeller strut, at the propeller strut’s farthest point.
7. Make strut adjustments in intervals of 0.5mm to 1mm.
Record the fi rst strut adjustment and repeat the process
on the second strut. The boat is sensitive to strut angle
adjustment.
NOTICE: Do not adjust strut angles greater than 4
degrees positively (up) or negatively (down). If the boat
requires more than 4 degrees of adjustment to run well,
check the battery placement and ensure that both struts
are even.
8. Once the fi rst strut is adjusted, carefully tighten the
2.5mm screw and 5.5mm nut that hold the strut’s angle.
Double check the measurement to verify the strut has not
moved. If the measurement has not changed, tighten the
screw completely.
9. Repeat this process on the second strut. Once both
struts are adjusted, repeat processes 4-6 on both struts
to ensure that the struts are even.
10. Once you have made adjustments, your boat is in the
water and you are ready to test your adjustments, get
your boat on plane and ease in to full throttle slowly,
watching for erratic behavior. Your boat should run mostly
on the last 2 ride pads, bouncing slightly as it passes
over its own wake or cuts through chop. It should not be
lifting the nose and slapping the water while running at
full speed.
Tip: Keep a log of the strut adjustments, water conditions, and battery weight/sizes that may have required
strut adjustment.
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Stock Setting
2.5mm
Minimum Setting
0mm
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Maintenance
Drivetrain Lubrication
Always replace the drivetrain parts when they are damaged
or show visible wear or injury and damage may result.
Lubricating the drive shaft is vital to the life of the drivetrain.
The lubricant also acts as a water seal, keeping water from
entering the hull through the stuffi ng tube.
We recommend lubricating the fl ex shafts after every use,
not to exceed 15 minutes of use.
Remove one fl ex shaft at a time, or mark the shafts as right
or left. The shafts are directional and if installed improperly,
severe damage to the shaft assembly and housing will result.
1. In the hull, use two 10 mm open-end wrenches to loosen
the motor coupler (C).
2. Slide the drive shaft out from the stuffi ng tube and drive
strut at the rear of the boat.
3. Wipe the old lubricant and material from the drive shaft.
NOTICE: When lubricating the fl ex shaft, do not lubricate
the fi rst 20mm of the fl ex shaft. If grease gets into the
motor coupler, it may cause the fl ex shaft to slip inside of
the coupler, thereby damaging it and requiring replacement.
4. Carefully reinstall the drive shaft, ensuring that there is
a 2.5mm gap between the propeller strut and the drive
dog. This will allow space for the shaft as it shrinks under
load. Without space, the drive dog could damage the
aluminum propeller strut.
NOTICE: Ensure the fl ex shaft is installed correctly. Installing the fl ex shaft incorrectly may result in irreparable
damage to the boat.
5. Carefully push the fl ex shaft into the motor coupler, making sure the grease does not carry into the coupler.
6. Tighten the coupler using two 10mm open-end wrenches.
NOTICE: Running the boat in saltwater could cause some
parts to corrode. If you run the boat in saltwater, rinse
it thoroughly in freshwater after each use, lubricate the
drive system, and fl ush the coolant system.
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B
C
Propeller Service
1. Use an 8mm nut driver to loosen the nut (A) from the
driveshaft (B).
2. Remove the nut and propeller (C) from the driveshaft.
3. Inspect the propeller for any damage or wear and replace
as necessary.
4. Assemble in reverse order. Correctly align the propeller
with the drive dog on the driveshaft.
NOTICE: The counter-rotating propellers must rotate
inward. The clockwise propeller goes on the left and the
counterclockwise propeller goes on the right.
B
C
A
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General Information
Binding
The included transmitter and receiver are bound at the factory. To rebind:
1. Power off the transmitter and ESC.
2. Insert the bind plug into the BIND port on the receiver.
3. Connect a fully charged battery to the ESC, then power
on the ESC. The LED in the receiver fl ashes continuously,
indicating that the receiver is in bind mode.
4. With the throttle in neutral, power on the transmitter by
pressing the bind button. The LED in the receiver turns
solid and the ESC will beep and arm when binding is
complete. The ESC is ready for use.
5. Always remove the bind plug from the receiver after binding is complete.
Throttle Range Calibration
1. Power on the transmitter and set the throttle TRIM dial to
the center position.
2. Install the batteries in the boat and connect the batteries
to the ESCs.
3. With the ESCs powered off, pull the throttle trigger to full
throttle and power ON both ESCs
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You must rebind when binding the receiver to a different
transmitter.
NOTICE: Do not attempt to bind the transmitter and
receiver if there are other compatible transmitters in bind
mode within 400 feet. Doing so may result in unexpected
binding.
simultaneously. The ESCs will beep twice. The green light
will fl ash with each beep.
4. Return the throttle to neutral. The ESCs will beep once
and the green light will fl ash once.
The calibration process is now complete. The ESCs will arm
with beeps and fl ashes to announce the number of battery
cells it has detected. Reverse calibration is unnecessary.
Failsafe
Failsafe positions are also set during binding. In the unlikely
event that the radio link is lost during use, the receiver will
drive the servos to their preprogrammed failsafe positions. If
the receiver is turned on prior to turning on the transmitter,
Water Cooling System
If water does not stream out of the water outlets while the
boat is moving forward, immediately stop the boat and clean
the obstruction from the water cooling system.
1. Disassemble and clean the water cooling system to
remove blockage and prevent overheating.
2. Replace any damaged parts.
the receiver will enter failsafe mode. When the transmitter is
turned on, normal control is resumed. For more information
on setting the failsafe, refer to the Binding section above.
NOTICE: The boat must run at least 30mph in order to
force water through the cooling system. Running the
boat below 30mph will prevent water from circulating
through the electronics, causing them to overheat and
possibly become damaged.
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Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC)
The factory default setting for the LVC in the ESC included
with your boat is set at 3.2V per cell. Discharging a Li-Po
battery below 3V per cell may damage your battery. The
included ESC protects the boat battery from over-discharge
using Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC). Before the battery charge
decreases too much, LVC removes power supplied to the
motor.
The boat drastically slows or stops completely once LVC is
activated. Releasing the throttle and reapplying it will provide
a limited amount of power to safely return the boat to shore.
Once LVC has been activated, the ESC status light will fl ash
red continuously indicating that the ESC is in LVC mode.
Electronic Speed Control (ESC)
Programming
STEP 1: Enter Program Mode
1. Power on the transmitter and set the throttle to full.
2. Connect the battery pack to the ESC. After 2 seconds,
the ESC will beep twice.
3. Wait 5 seconds and the ESC will emit a musical tone.
NOTICE: Repeated operation to LVC will damage the
battery.
LVC can activate prematurely if you use (1) low C-rated
batteries or (2) old, worn, and/or weak batteries. The average run time—using the recommended batteries (DYNB3810EC or DYNB3811EC)—is between 3–4 minutes
at non-stop, open throttle. Limited run time may indicate
worn or weak batteries.
Tip: If you’ve installed freshly charged batteries, and LVC
activates within the fi rst minute of operation, replace your
worn or weak batteries with the recommended batteries.
Tip: Monitor your boat battery’s voltage before and after
boating by using a Li-Po Cell Voltage Checker (EFLA111,
sold separately).
STEP 3: Set Item Value
After selecting a programmable item, you will hear several
tones in a loop.
1. Move the throttle to full to select the value matching the
tone. The ESC will emit an alternating tone to indicate
selection.
2. Keep the throttle in full to return to Step 2 and continue
item selection. Move the throttle to the neutral within 2
seconds to exit the Program Mode.
STEP 2: Select Programmable Item
The ESC will emit four groups of beeps in a loop.
Move the throttle to neutral within 3 seconds of the tone
1. In Step 3, after hearing the alternating tone, move the
throttle to neutral within 2 seconds.
–or–
2. Disconnect the battery pack from the ESC.
ESC Programming Procedure
Programming can be accomplished using the Dynamite® LED Program Card (DYNS3005, sold separately) or via the transmitter. Please refer to your DYNM3875 manual for transmitter programming instructions.
Boat will not respond to
throttle but responds to
other controls
Extra noise or extra
vibration
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Throttle channel is reversedReverse throttle channel on transmitter
Damaged propeller, shaft or motorReplace damaged parts
Propeller is out of balanceBalance or replace propeller
Boat squeals or makes a high pitch sound
when applying power to motors
Lubricate fl ex shafts
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Troubleshooting Guide
ProblemPossible CauseSolution
Boat battery charge is lowCompletely recharge battery
Boat battery is damaged
Blocking or friction on shaft or propellerDisassemble, lubricate and correctly align parts
Boat conditions may be too cold
Reduced runtime
or boat underpowered
Boat will not bind
(during binding) to
transmitter
Boat will not connect
(after binding) to
transmitter
Boat tends to dive in the
water or takes on water
Boat tends to turn
one direction
Rudder does not move
Controls reversedTransmitter settings are reversed
Motor overheats Blocked water cooler tubesClean or replace water tubes
Boat blows over upon
acceleration
Battery capacity may be too low for conditions
Drive dog is too near the stuffi ng tube
Too little lubrication on drive shaftFully lubricate drive shaft
Vegetation or other obstacles block rudder or
propeller
Motor couplers are loose
Transmitter is too near boat during binding
process
Boat or transmitter is too close to large metal
object, wireless source or another transmitter
Another compatible transmitter is powered
on within range of the receiver
Boat battery/Transmitter battery charge too
low
ESC switch is offPower on ESC switch
Transmitter is too near boat during connect-
ing process
Boat or transmitter is too close to large metal
object, wireless source or another transmitter
Boat battery/transmitter battery charge is too
low
ESC switch is offPower on ESC switch
The boat hull is not completely closed
Center of gravity is too far forwardMove batteries back in the hull
Rudder or rudder trim is not centered
ESC may require full throttle range calibration Calibrate the ESC
Rudder, linkage or servo damage
Steering servo wire is damaged or
connections are loose
Transmitter is not bound correctlyRe-bind
BEC (Battery Elimination Circuit) of the ESC
is damaged
ESC switch is offPower on ESC switch
Weather conditions might be too coldPostpone until weather is warmer
Battery is old, worn out or damagedReplace battery
Batteries are too far back in the battery tray
Struts have too much positive angle, causing
the nose of the boat to lift and blow over
Water conditions are too choppy or windy
Replace boat battery and follow battery instructions
Make sure the battery is warm (above 10º C [50º
F]) before use
Replace battery or use a larger capacity battery
Loosen drive shaft side of the motor coupling and
move drive shaft small amount back
Remove vegetation or obstacles from rudder or
propeller
Tighten motor couplers and ensure the coupler is
free of lubrication
Move powered transmitter a few feet from boat,
disconnect and reconnect battery to boat
Move the boat and transmitter to another location
and attempt binding again
Power off all compatible transmitters except the
one you are trying to bind
Replace/recharge batteries
Move powered transmitter a few feet from boat,
disconnect and reconnect battery to boat
Move boat or transmitter to another location and
attempt to connect again
Replace/recharge batteries
Dry out the boat and ensure the hatch is fully
closed on the hull before returning the boat to the
water
Repair rudder or adjust rudder and rudder trim for
straight running when control is at neutral
Replace or repair damaged parts and adjust
controls
Do a check of steering servo wires and connections, connect or replace as needed
Replace ESC
Do the Control Direction Test and adjust controls
on transmitter appropriately
Move the batteries forward to adjust the boat’s
center of gravity
Adjust a more neutral or negative strut angle
Adjust the struts downward to drive the bow
of the boat down or move the batteries further
forward for better weight distribution
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EN
Limited Warranty
What this Warranty Covers
Horizon Hobby, LLC, (Horizon) warrants to the original purchaser
that the product purchased (the “Product”) will be free from
defects in materials and workmanship at the date of purchase.
What is Not Covered
This warranty is not transferable and does not cover (i) cosmetic
damage, (ii) damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse,
abuse, negligence, commercial use, or due to improper use,
installation, operation or maintenance, (iii) modification of or to
any part of the Product, (iv) attempted service by anyone other
than a Horizon Hobby authorized service center, (v) Product not
purchased from an authorized Horizon dealer, or (vi) Product not
compliant with applicable technical regulations or (vii) use that
violates any applicable laws, rules, or regulations.
OTHER THAN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY ABOVE, HORIZON
MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, AND
HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE
PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY ALONE HAVE
DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCT WILL SUITABLY MEET
THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE PURCHASER’S INTENDED
USE.
Purchaser’s Remedy
Horizon’s sole obligation and purchaser’s sole and exclusive
remedy shall be that Horizon will, at its option, either (i) service,
or (ii) replace, any Product determined by Horizon to be defective.
Horizon reserves the right to inspect any and all Product(s)
involved in a warranty claim. Service or replacement decisions are
at the sole discretion of Horizon. Proof of purchase is required for
all warranty claims. SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED
UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE PURCHASER’S SOLE AND
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.
Limitation of Liability
HORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT,
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF
PROFITS OR PRODUCTION OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN
ANY WAY, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS
BASED IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE,
STRICT LIABILITY OR ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY,
EVEN IF HORIZON HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY
OF SUCH DAMAGES. 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 the Product,
purchaser is advised to return the 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). This warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state
to state. Horizon reserves the right to change or modify this
warranty at any time without notice.
WARRANTY SERVICES
Questions, Assistance, and Services
Your local hobby store and/or place of purchase cannot provide
warranty support or service. Once assembly, setup or use of the
Product has been started, you must contact your local distributor
or 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 visit our website
at www.horizonhobby.com, submit a Product Support Inquiry, or
call the toll free telephone number referenced in the Warranty
and Service Contact Information section to speak with a Product
Support representative.
Inspection or Services
If this Product needs to be inspected or serviced and is
compliant in the country you live and use the Product in,
please use the Horizon Online Service 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 Service Request is available at
http://www.horizonhobby.com/content/service-center_renderservice-center. 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 service. 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 Li-Po batteries to Horizon. If you
have any issue with a Li-Po battery, please contact the
appropriate Horizon Product Support office.
Warranty Requirements
For Warranty consideration, you must include your original sales
receipt verifying the proof-of-purchase date. Provided warranty
conditions have been met, your Product will be serviced or
replaced free of charge. Service or replacement decisions are at
the sole discretion of Horizon.
Non-Warranty Service
Should your service not be covered by warranty, service 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 service
you are agreeing to payment of the service without notification.
Service estimates are available upon request. You must include
this request with your item submitted for service. Non-warranty
service 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 cashier’s checks, as well as Visa, MasterCard,
American Express, and Discover cards. By submitting any item
to Horizon for service, you are agreeing to Horizon’s Terms and
Conditions found on our website http://www.horizonhobby.
com/content/service-center_render-service-center.
ATTENTION: Horizon service is limited to
Product compliant in the country of use and
ownership. If received, a non-compliant Product will
not be serviced. Further, the sender will be responsible
for arranging return shipment of the un-serviced
Product, through a carrier of the sender’s choice and at
the sender’s expense. Horizon will hold non-compliant
Product for a period of 60 days from notification, after
which it will be discarded.
and found to comply with the limits for Part 15 of the FCC rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in
a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
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.
NOTICE: Modifi cations to this product will void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
IC: 6157A-DX2EQ2UCThis device complies with Industry
Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause undesired operation of
the device.
EU Compliance Statement: Horizon Hobby, LLC
hereby declares that this product is in compliance
with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of the RED and EMC Directives.
A copy of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available on-
line at: http://www.horizonhobby.com/content/support-
render-compliance.
Miss GEICO Zelos® Twin 36
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 collections 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 offi ce, your household waste disposal service
or where you purchased the product.
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telefono per chiedere ulteriori domande e di un indirizzo e-mail.
Garanzia e riparazione
Le richieste in garanzia verranno elaborate solo se è presente
una prova d’acquisto in originale proveniente da un rivenditore
specializzato autorizzato, nella quale è ben visibile la data di acquisto. Se la garanzia viene confermata, allora il prodotto verrà
riparato o sostituito. Questa decisione spetta esclusivamente
a Horizon Hobby.
Riparazioni a pagamento
Se bisogna effettuare una riparazione a pagamento, effettueremo un preventivo che verrà inoltrato al vostro rivenditore. La
riparazione verrà effettuata dopo l’autorizzazione da parte del
vostro rivenditore. La somma per la riparazione dovrà essere
pagata al vostro rivenditore. Le riparazioni a pagamento avranno un costo minimo di 30 minuti di lavoro e in fattura includeranno le spese di restituzione. Qualsiasi riparazione non pagata
e non richiesta entro 90 giorni verrà considerata abbandonata e
verrà gestita di conseguenza.
ATTENZIONE: Le riparazioni a pagamento sono disponibili
solo sull’elettronica e sui motori. Le riparazioni a livello
meccanico, soprattutto per gli elicotteri e le vetture RC,
sono molto costose e devono essere effettuate autonomamente dall’acquirente.
Horizon Hobby, LLC con la presente dichiara che il
prodotto è conforme ai requisiti essenziali e ad altre
disposizioni rilevanti delle direttive RED e EMC.
Una copia della dichiarazione di conformità per l’Unione Eu-
ropea è disponibile a: http://www.horizonhobby.com/content/
support-render-compliance.
dell’utente lo smaltimento di tali rifi uti, che devono essere
portati in un centro di raccolta designato per il riciclaggio di
rifi uti elettronici. Con tale procedimento si aiuterà preservare
l’ambiente e le risorse non verranno sprecate. In questo
modo si proteggerà il benessere dell’umanità. Per maggiori
informazioni sui punti di riciclaggio si prega di contattare il
proprio uffi cio locale o il servizio di smaltimento rifi uti.
Smaltimento all’interno dell’Unione
Europea
Questo prodotto non deve essere smaltito
assieme ai rifi uti domestici. Invece è responsabilità
Replacement Parts / Ersatzteile / Pièces de rechange / Pezzi di ricambio