Pro Boat PRB2700 User Manual
.46-Size Nitro Powered Air Boat
Owner's Manual
Specifications
Length .................................................................................................31 in (787mm)
Beam ................................................................................................... 15 in (381mm)
Engine ...................................................................................... Evolution .46 (7.6cc)
Radio System ...........................................................Pro Boat AM 27MHz 2-Stick
Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your Pro Boat™ Vortex 46 Airboat. You are just minutes from one of
the most thrilling experiences that the radio control hobby has to offer.
The Pro Boat Vortex 46 is a professionally built, ready-to-run fiberglass Airboat model. Powered by the
potent Evolution 46 engine, you will be able to race across the water and enjoy the unique thrill of airboat
performance.
Read this owner’s manual thoroughly. You also need to read the included Evolution 46 engine manual, along
with the Pro Boat radio system manual.
It is very important that you operate this boat responsibly. With proper care and maintenance, you will be
able to enjoy your Vortex 46 for many years to come.
Carefully unpack Vortex 46 and examine the boat and its contents. The box should contain the Vortex 46
RTR with radio installed, a boat stand, and the Pro Boat radio transmitter. If you are missing any of these
items or notice any damage, immediately contact the place of purchase.
Warning
This boat is not a toy! It is a high performance RC model boat. Do Not take risks that could endanger you
or others.
Before operating your model, make sure your frequency is clear. If someone else is operating on the same
frequency, both models could go out of control, possibly causing damage to the models, as well as to others.
Be certain to check all of the hardware, exhaust system, and propeller, making sure that all are secure
before and after each run. Always stay clear of the propeller when the engine is running!
When you first begin to run your Vortex 46, place in water with the engine running at approximately 1/8
throttle. Slowly increase the throttle until boat accelerates onto plane. Gradually increase throttle to no
more than 1/2 until you become more familiar with the boat.
When operating this model, stay clear of people, full-sized boats, stationary objects, and wildlife. Also, watch
out for fishing lines that could get tangled in the propeller and rudder. It is preferable to operate the
Pro Boat Vortex 46 only in calm water. We also suggest that you do not run the Vortex 46 in salt water.
If at any time while operating your Vortex 46 you sense any abnormal function, end your operation
immediately. Do not operate your Vortex 46 again until you are certain the problem has been corrected.
Service Center Information
If you have any questions regarding the Pro Boat Vortex 46, please contact the Horizon Service Center:
Horizon Service Center
4105 Fieldstone Rd.
Champaign, IL 61822
1-877-504-0233
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Table of Contents
Introduction ................................................................................................................................
Warning ......................................................................................................................................
Table of Contents .......................................................................................................................
Additional Required Items ........................................................................................................
Suggested Field Equipment and Supplies ...............................................................................
Warranty Information ...............................................................................................................
Contents ...................................................................................................................................... 4
Section 1: Building the Boat Stand ..........................................................................................
Section 2: Rudder Installation ...................................................................................................
Section 3: Installation of Receiver and Transmitter Batteries ..............................................
Section 4: Range Checking the Pro Boat Radio System ........................................................
Section 5: Evolution Power System ..........................................................................................
Section 6: Starting the Evolution Engine ................................................................................
Section 7: Engine Adjustments ...............................................................................................
Troubleshooting Guide ............................................................................................................ 11
Section 8: Maintenance ............................................................................................................
Section 9: Vortex 46 Replacement Parts ...............................................................................
Appendix ................................................................................................................................... 13
Parts Diagram ..........................................................................................................................
Notes ......................................................................................................................................... 15
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Additional Required Items
Although the Vortex 46 comes fully assembled and ready for action, you will need a few tools to get you
ready to run your boat. You will need the following:
Blue Thunder™ 20% Fuel (quart) (DYN2320)
Manual Fuel Pump (HAN118)
Glow Plug Wrench (DYN2510)
Ni-Cd Glow Driver (DYN1925)
12 “AA” alkaline batteries (8 for the transmitter and 4 for the receiver)
Clear tape to seal radio box
Suggested Field Equipment and Supplies
In addition to the items needed to run the Vortex 46, we recommend that you carry the following in your
field box:
Engine Tuning Screwdriver (DYN2775)
Replacement Glow Plugs (HAN3006)
Hex driver/Allen wrench (2.5mm, 4mm)
#1 and #2 Phillips Screwdriver
Clean towels
“AA” alkaline batteries
Adjustable wrench (small)
Extra Propellers (EVOE100P)
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Warranty Information
Pro Boat™ guarantees this kit to be free from defects in both material and workmanship at the date of
purchase. This warranty does not cover any parts damaged by use or modification. In no case shall Horizon
Hobby’s liability exceed the original cost of the purchased kit. Further, Horizon Hobby reserves the right to
change or modify this warranty without notice.
In that Horizon Hobby has no control over the final assembly, or material used for the final assembly, no
liability shall be assumed or accepted for any damage of the final user-assembled product. By the act of using
the product, the user accepts all resulting liability.
All warranty questions should be directed to Horizon Hobby, Inc. Please do not contact your local hobby
shop regarding warranty issues. This will enable Horizon to better answer your questions and provide
service if assistance is needed.
If not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of this product, the buyer is advised to return
this kit immediately, in new and unused condition, to the place of purchase.
• Assembled Vortex 46 RTR
• Pro Boat radio transmitter
• Boat stand
• Rudder
• Evolution instructions
• Pro Boat radio instructions
Horizon Hobby
4105 Fieldstone Road
Champaign, Illinois 61822
(877) 504-0233
www.horizonhobby.com
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Section 1: Building the Boat Stand
1. There are 4 plywood pieces. The 2 short
plywood pieces are the ends of the boat stand.
2. Attach 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 interlocking boat stand with thick
CA or Epoxy.
Section 2: Rudder Installation
Parts Needed
Rudder
Phillips rudder mounting screw
1. Locate the rudder and the Phillips rudder
mounting Screw.
2. Carefully insert the rudder shaft into the
bottom of the rudder strut and through the
control arm.
3. Find the predrilled hole in the rudder shaft.
Using a #1 Phillips screwdriver, tighten the
screw as shown.
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