Pro Boat PRB2350 User Manual

HyperSport™ 48 Gas-Powered
Deep-V Owners Manual
Specifications
Total length ........................................ 51.5 in (1308mm)
Hull length ............................................ 48 in (1219mm)
Beam ................................................. 13.75 in (350mm)
Engine ..............................................Zenoah G26 Marine
Radio System............................... Spektrum DX3S marine
Weight ................................................. 11.8 lb (5.35 kg)
Propeller .................... 2.74 in x 4.2 in Polished Aluminum
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Introduction

Congratulations on the purchase of your Pro Boat® HyperSport™ 48 Deep-V. You are just minutes from one of the most thrilling experiences the radio control hobby has to offer. The Pro Boat HyperSport 48 is a professionally
built, ready-to-run Deep-V berglass
composite model. Powered by the potent Zenoah race across the water at speeds in excess of 35 mph!
G26M engine, you will be able to
Read this owners manual thoroughly. You also need to read the included Zenoah G26 engine manual, along with the Spektrum DX3S radio system manual. Carefully unpack your HyperSport 48 and examine the boat and its contents. The box should contain the HyperSport 48 RTR with installed radio, a boat stand, and the Spektrum DX3S radio transmitter. If you are missing any of these items or notice any damage, immediately contact the place of purchase.

Table of Contents

Introduction .........................................................................................................2
Table of Contents ................................................................................................. 2
Inspection ........................................................................................................... 3
General Guidelines ............................................................................................... 3
Contents ............................................................................................................. 4
Additional Required Items ..................................................................................... 4
Suggested Field Equipment and Supplies ................................................................. 4
Section 1: Building the Boat Stand .........................................................................5
Section 2: Removing the Canopy ............................................................................ 5
Section 3: Installing the Radio System Batteries ......................................................6
Section 4: Installing the Wing ................................................................................7
Section 5: Propeller Balancing ................................................................................ 7
Section 6: Fueling the Tank ...................................................................................7
Section 7: Range Checking the Spektrum DX3S Radio System ................................... 8
Section 8: Starting the Engine ........................................................................... 8–9
Section 9: Stopping the Engine ..............................................................................9
Section 10: Handling Adjustments ........................................................................ 10
Section 11: Cooling System ................................................................................. 10
Section 12: Troubleshooting Guide........................................................................ 11
Section 13: Hull Care .......................................................................................... 11
Section 14: Maintenance ..................................................................................... 12
Section 15: HyperSport 48 Replacement Parts ....................................................... 13
Section 16: Flex Shaft Lubrication ........................................................................ 14
Section 17: Appendix .......................................................................................... 15
Warranty Information .....................................................................................16–18
Declaration of Confirmity ..................................................................................... 19
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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 and the engine 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 HyperSport 48 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 HyperSport 48 in low wake, low wind conditions and in areas free of people, wildlife and objects.
Conrm that all batteries are new and fully
charged prior to each run and that the failsafe feature has been set properly in the event of signal loss (see Spektrum radio manual for details). 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.
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Contents

• Assembled HyperSport™ 48 RTR
• Spektrum DX3S transmitter
• Boat stand

Additional Required Items

Although the HyperSport™ 48 comes fully assembled and ready for action, you will need a few additional items in order to run your boat. You will need the following:
Evolution Synthetic 2-Cycle Oil, quart (EVOX1001Q) CA or epoxy glue Flex Shaft Lubrication (PRB0100) Fuel container Fuel Pump (HAN155) Gasoline (+87 Octane), ethanol-free 8 AA alkaline batteries (4 for the transmitter and 4 for the receiver)

Suggested Field Equipment and Supplies

In addition to the items needed to run the HyperSport 48, we recommend that you carry the
following in your eld box:
Engine Tuning Screwdriver (DYN2775) Clean towels Extra Propellers (PRB2369) Hex wrench: 2mm, 2.5mm, 4mm #1 Phillips screwdriver 16mm wrench (2) 8mm wrench Wax Screw-locking compound
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Section 1: Building the Boat Stand

1. There are 4 plywood boat stand pieces.
The 2 short plywood pieces are the ends of the boat stand.
2. Secure the 2 long plywood pieces of
the interlocking boat stand to one end of the short plywood pieces. Repeat with the remaining short plywood pieces.
3. Secure the stand together where each
piece is joined with epoxy or CA glue (not included).

Section 2: Removing the Canopy

Unscrew the knurled hatch-mounting
screw from the rear of the hatch. Lift the hatch from the rear and pull to the rear.
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Section 3: Installing the Radio System Batteries

Receiver Batteries
1. Use a 2.5mm hex wrench to remove the
eight 2.5mm hex head screws that secure the radio box cover.
2. Remove the battery holder and install 4
AA alkaline batteries in the polarity shown on the battery box.
Note: You may consider upgrading the receiver battery to a rechargeable battery pack. We recommend a 6-volt 1400mAh 3+2 hump rechargeable battery pack or equivalent (DYN1445). See your local Pro Boat dealer.
Transmitter Batteries
1. Remove the transmitter from the box.
3. Wrap the battery pack in foam and
reinstall the radio box cover.
2. Remove the battery cover on the
bottom of the transmitter.
3. Insert 4 AA alkaline batteries into the
battery holder.
Note the proper polarity of the batteries.
4. Turn on the transmitter and confirm
that the LCD illuminates, indicating proper installation of fully charged batteries.
5. Turn on the receiver switch and move
the controls. Confirm that all controls operate in the proper direction and are controlled by the proper transmitter input.
6. Turn the transmitter and the receiver
switch off. To keep the boat from receiving stray signals, the transmitter should be turned on first, followed by the receiver. Likewise, the receiver should be turned off first, then the transmitter.
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Section 4: Installing the Wing

1. Install the wing in the direction shown.
2. Use two 10mm nuts to secure the wing
to the hull.
Note: The wing is not intended to be a handle.

Section 5: Propeller Balancing

For optimum performance, propeller balancing can add several mph to top speed and reduce vibration. There are several different propeller balancing tools available. Read the instructions that accompany the propeller balancing tool as removing material from the correct part of the propeller is crucial. Contact a local hobby retail store for assistance.

Section 6: Fueling the Tank

Use only Zenoah or Evolution (EVOX1001Q) 2-Cycle Synthetic Oil and premium gasoline mixed 32:1 to power the HyperSport 48. Fill the tank completely and secure the fuel cap. Keep fuel in a moisture-free environment, as stale fuel will cause the Zenoah G26M engine to lose performance.
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Section 7: Range Checking the Spektrum DX3S Radio System
Before the rst run of the HyperSport 48, you
should check the radio for proper operation and to ensure proper control movement of the rudder and throttle. Also ensure that the antenna on the boat is extended properly and that all batteries are in working condition. The shorter receiver antenna may be left
inside the radio box. Conrm that it does not
interfere with any linkages.
1. With the radio system turned on
(transmitter and receiver) and with the engine off, walk off 40 to 50 paces from the HyperSport 48.
2. Have an assistant remain with the boat
to check for proper control movement of the rudder from your transmitter input.
3. If everything appears to be operating
correctly, start the engine. Place the boat
in the water and run it (at about 1⁄3
throttle) close to the shoreline. If the radio system is operating properly, you can begin to run the boat faster and further away from the shoreline.
Note: It is a good idea to range check prior to operating your boat after any repair, installation of new batteries, or at the beginning of each boating session.
Radio Failsafe
The Spektrum DX3S radio system has a built­in failsafe that returns the throttle to neutral in the event of signal loss. See the radio's instruction manual for instructions on how to set the failsafe position.

Section 8: Starting the Engine

Fill the tank with 2-cycle fuel and rmly
tighten the fuel cap.
Note: The Zenoah G26M carburetor is factory adjusted to deliver optimum performance. See the Zenoah Engine manual for fine-tuning adjustments and other helpful information to make your RC boating experience trouble-free.
Priming the Engine
Press the priming bulb several times until it
becomes lled with fuel. This is not necessary
if the engine has recently been run.
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Section 8: Starting the Engine
Choking the Engine
Close the choke by rotating the small yellow tubing extension. This is not necessary if the engine has recently been operated.
Pull-starting the Engine
With an assistant holding the boat to the boat stand and bracing the engine with one hand, pull the starting cord briskly several times.
Once the engine res (begins to start),
partially open the choke. Prolonged choking
will ood the engine with fuel until the engine
warms up. See Section 12: Troubleshooting
Guide to correct the ooding condition. It
may be necessary to trim the throttle open slightly during initial starting. Once the engine is warmed up (10-20 seconds) open the choke completely.
Note: Do not allow the boat to run out of the water for an extended period of time or engine overheating will occur.

Section 9: Stopping the Engine

Idle the boat near shore and press the kill switch located on the hull as shown.
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Section 10: Handling Adjustments

Propeller Trim Angle
You may adjust the propeller strut to add up or down trim to the propeller by loosening the propeller strut bolt and sliding the propeller strut up to increase top-end speed (but steering response will decrease and cavitation may occur if excessively adjusted). Lowering the trim angle will increase handling performance (but may cause the boat to over­steer and decrease speed).

Section 11: Cooling System

Water-Cooled Cylinder Head and Muffler Cooling
The exhaust system is cooled after the cylinder head. See photo for proper cooling line routing. Do not alter the cooling line routing method.
Water-Cooled Cylinder Head
Line from Head to Rudder
Line from Head to Muffler
Carburetor
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Section 12: Troubleshooting Guide

Problem Possible Solution
Engine will not start Improper needle setting: see Zenoah Engine Manual; baseline set-
tings are 2 turns out for high-speed, 1 turn out for low-speed Out of fuel: fill fuel tank Improper fuel: use fresh Gasoline & Zenoah or Evolution 2-Cycle Oil
(mixed 32 parts gas to 1 part oil) Bad Spark plug: replace Flooded engine: remove spark plug, invert boat and operate the pull-
starter to remove fuel
Engine starts, then dies Fuel line blocked or broken: connect or replace fuel line Reset needles to baseline setting: see Zenoah instructions
Engine starts and runs for Bad fuel: replace several minutes, then dies Improper needle settings: see Zenoah Engine Manual Overheated engine: check for clogged or damaged cooling system Debris in carburetor or filter clunk; disassemble and clean

Section 13: Hull Care

The hull of the HyperSport™ 48 is nished
using the highest quality paints and the most advanced painting methods available. The base coat/clear coat technique delivers an amazing shine that is as durable as it is beautiful. To keep your HyperSport 48 looking new, you should apply a wax coating as used
on automotive nishes to prevent oxidation
and to further protect against damage caused by fuel and other harmful chemicals.
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Section 14: Maintenance

The Pro Boat HyperSport 48 should provide many hours of exciting high-speed racing fun with just minor maintenance. Preventative maintenance is very important. Taking the time to ensure that all the setscrews and bolts are tight before each operation of the boat will prevent many problems.
Before operating the HyperSport 48
Check that all screws and hardware are securely in place. This is very important, as
the mufer screws may occasionally vibrate
loose during the initial runs. Check the propeller for damage in the form of
chipping or cracking. If you nd any damage,
replace the propeller, as the damage will effect the performance of the boat and could also cause safety concerns. When refueling, always wipe away any excess fuel that may have spilled into or on the boat.
After operating the HyperSport 48
Drain all the fuel from the fuel system. Wipe off any exhaust residue from the boat. If you operate the HyperSport 48 in salt water, thoroughly rinse the deck, hull, and all the metal hardware with fresh water, then dry them with a clean towel. Flush the cooling system with fresh water. After cleaning, coat all metal parts with a silicone spray lubricant. This will help to prevent corrosion. Ensure that the radio box and equipment inside are dry. Any damage caused by saltwater corrosion or fuel damage is not covered under warranty.
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Section 15: HyperSport 48 Replacement Parts

In the event that you need to purchase replacement parts for your engine or the HyperSport 48, please see your local hobby store. You can also purchase them from Horizon Hobby by calling 1-800-338-4639 or shop online @ www.horizonhobby.com
Stock # Description PRB2663 Throttle Cable PRB2668 Canopy Mounting Nut PRB2669 Pushrod Bellow PRB2680 Ball Linkage Set PRB2692 Throttle Cable Mount PRB2674 Propeller Nut PRB2239 Drain Plug PRB2355 Vibration Dampener (4)
PRB2356 Stufng Box
PRB2357 Flex Shaft Liner PRB2358 Servo Tray PRB2359 Radio Box Cover PRB2360 Cable Collet PRB2361 Fuel Tank PRB2362 Kill Switch PRB2363 Tank Straps PRB2364 Flex shaft PRB2365 Exhaust Port
PRB2366 Prop Shaft Strut PRB2367 Prop bracket PRB2368 Drive Dog PRB2369 Propeller (Aluminum) PRB2370 Rudder Strut PRB2371 Rubber Boot (2) PRB2372 Rudder Pushrod PRB2373 Rudder Bracket PRB2374 Rudder Arm PRB2375 Rudder Shaft PRB2376 Rudder
PRB2377 Mufer
PRB2378 Prop. Shaft PRB2379 Rudder Servo Horn (Aluminum) PRB2380 Screw Set PRB2381 Motor Mount PRB2382 Silicone Exhaust Tube PRB2383 On/Off Switch Mount
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Section 16: Flex Shaft Lubrication

1. Use two 16mm wrenches to loosen the
flex shaft collet.
2. Remove the propeller strut nut and bolt
using a 4mm hex wrench and 8mm box or open end wrench.
4. Clean all residue off of the flex shaft
with a de-greasing cleaner and wipe dry.
5. Liberally apply marine grease
(PRB0110) to the flex shaft.
3.Slide the flex shaft/prop strut out of the
stuffing box from the rear.
6. Install in reverse order, being sure to
leave a 1–2mm gap between the drive dog and the rear of the propeller strut.
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Section 17: Appendix

Exhaust
Port
Engine
Cooling
Line
Photo 1
Cooling
Line
Carburetor
Fuel Tank
Kill Switch
Photo 2
Cooling
Line
Drain Plug
Propeller
Rudder
Boat Stand
Hatch
Mounting
Screw
Photo 3
Hull
Hatch
Throttle
Cable
Primer Button
Carburetor
Photo 4
Spark Plug
Cooling
Line
Pull
Starter
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Warranty Information

Age Recommendation
Age Recommendation: 14 years or over. This is not a toy. This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision.
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
(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 warranty claims. Further, Horizon reserves the right to change or modify this warranty without notice and disclaims all other warranties, express or implied. (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 modication 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 goods 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, nal assembly, modication 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 conict of law principals).
Safety Precautions
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. The Product 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 injury.
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Warranty Information
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 feedback@teamlosi.com, or call 888.899.LOSI (5674) toll free to speak to a service technician.
Inspection or Repairs
If this Product needs to be inspected or repaired, please call for a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA). 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. A
Service Repair Request is available at www. horizonhobby.com on the “Support” tab. If you do not have internet access, please include a letter with your complete name, street address, email address and phone number where you can be reached during business days, your RMA number, a list of the included items, method of payment for any non­warranty expenses and a brief summary of the problem. Your original sales receipt must also be included for warranty consideration. Be sure your name, address, and RMA number are clearly written on the outside of the shipping carton.
Warranty Inspection and Repairs
To receive warranty service, you must include your original sales receipt verifying
the proof-of-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 Hobby.
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 notication. 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. Please advise us of your preferred method of payment. Horizon accepts money orders and cashiers checks, as well as Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover cards. If you choose to pay by credit card, please include your credit card number and expiration date. Any repair left unpaid or unclaimed after 90 days will be considered abandoned and will be disposed of accordingly.
Please note: non-warranty repair is only available on electronics and model engines.
United States:
Electronics and engines requiring inspection or repair should be shipped to the following address:
Horizon Service Center
4105 Fieldstone Road
Champaign, Illinois 61822
All other Products requiring warranty inspection or repair should be shipped to the following address:
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Please call 877-504-0233 or e-mail us at productsupport@horizonhobby.com with any questions or concerns regarding this product or warranty.
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United Kingdom:
Electronics and engines requiring inspection or repair should be shipped to the following address:
Horizon Hobby UK
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Harlow, Essex
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United Kingdom
Please call +44 (0) 1279 641 097 or e-mail us at sales@horizonhobby.co.uk with any questions or concerns regarding this product or warranty.
Germany:
Electronics and engines requiring inspection or repair should be shipped to the following address:
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CE Compliance Information for the European Union
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 ofce, your household waste
disposal service or where you purchased the product.
Please call +49 4121 46199 66 or e-mail us at service@horizonhobby.de with any questions or concerns regarding this product or warranty.
FCC Information
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
modications not expresslyapproved by the
party responsible for compliance couldvoid 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.
The associated regulatory agencies of the following countries recognize the noted
certications for this product as authorized for
sale and use:
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Declaration of Conformity
(in accordance with ISO/IEC 17050-1)
No. HH20090514
Product(s): PRB Hypersport with
radio
Item Number(s): PRB2350
Equipment class: 2
The objects of declaration described above are in conformity with the requirements of
the specications listed below, following the
provisions of the European R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC:
EN 300-328 v1.7.1 ERM requirements for wideband transmission systems operating in the 2.4 GHz ISM band
EN 301 489-1 v.1.6.1 General EMC requirements for Radio equipment EN 301 489-17 v.1.2.1
(in accordance with ISO/IEC 17050-1)
No. HH20090513
Product(s): PRB Hypersport
without radio
Item Number(s): PRB2350
Equipment class: 1
The objects of declaration described above are in conformity with the requirements of
the specications listed below, following the
provisions of the European R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC:
EN 301 489-1 v.1.6.1 General EMC requirements
EN 301 489-17 v.1.2.1
Signed for and on behalf of: Horizon Hobby, Inc. Champaign, IL USA May 14, 2009
Steven A. Hall
Vice President International Operations and Risk Management Horizon Hobby, Inc.
Signed for and on behalf of: Horizon Hobby, Inc. Champaign, IL USA May 13, 2009
Steven A. Hall
Vice President International Operations and Risk Management Horizon Hobby, Inc.
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