Pro Boat PRB2800 User Manual

BlackJack 26 Assembly Manual

.15-Size Nitro-Powered Catamaran Boat

Specifications

Total length .........................................................................................26 in (660mm)

Beam .................................................................................................11.5 in (287mm)

Engine .................................DYN .15 Marine w/Tiger Drive and Tuned Exhaust

Radio System...........................................................................Pro Boat AM 27MHz

Weight ...................................................................................................6.3 lb (2.8 kg)

Fuel Tank Capacity ........................................................................ 12 oz (0.35 liter)

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Introduction

Congratulations on the purchase of your Pro Boat™ BlackJack 26 Catamaran. You are just minutes from one of the most thrilling experiences that the radio control hobby has to offer.

The Pro Boat BlackJack 26 is a professionally built, ready-to-run Catamaran fiberglass composite model. Powered by the potent Dynamite® .15 marine engine, you will be able to race across the water at speeds in excess of 30 mph!

Read this owner’s manual thoroughly. You also need to read the included Dynamite .15 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 BlackJack 26 for many years to come.

Carefully unpack your BlackJack 26 and examine the boat and its contents. The box should contain the BlackJack 26 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.

Introduction .................................................................................................................................................................. 2

Table of Contents ........................................................................................................................................................ 2

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

Limited Warranty Period ............................................................................................................................................ 3

Limited Warranty and Limits of Liability ................................................................................................................ 4

Additional Required Items ......................................................................................................................................... 6

Suggested Field Equipment and Supplies ................................................................................................................ 6

Contents ........................................................................................................................................................................ 6

Section 1: Building the Boat Stand ........................................................................................................................... 7

Section 2: Installation of Receiver and Transmitter Batteries ............................................................................ 7

Section 3: Range Checking the Pro Boat Radio System ..................................................................................... 9

Section 4: Filling the Fuel Tank .................................................................................................................................. 9

Section 5: Hull Care .................................................................................................................................................. 10

Section 6: Propeller Balancing .................................................................................................................................10

Section 7: Handling Adjustments ............................................................................................................................10

Section 8: The Dynamite .15 Marine Engine ........................................................................................................11

Section 9: Starting the Engine ................................................................................................................................. 12

Section 10: Troubleshooting Guide ........................................................................................................................ 14

Section 11: Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................... 15

Section 12: BlackJack 26 Replacement Parts ....................................................................................................... 17

Section 13: Operating Notes ..................................................................................................................................18

Section 14: Appendix .................................................................................................................................................19

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 is 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 BlackJack 26 for many years to come.

This boat has been designed to race in an oval path, just like its full-scale counterpart. At high speeds do not attempt turns to the left, as the boat may become unstable. If you have to turn left, do so in a large diameter turn and at slow speeds.

When operating the boat, stay clear of people, full-scale boats, stationary objects and wildlife. It is preferable to operate the BlackJack 26 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, manifold, pipe and propeller for security 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.

Limited Warranty Period

Horizon Hobby, Inc. guarantees Pro Boat™ products to be free from defects in both material and workmanship at the date of purchase.

Limited Warranty and Limits of Liability

Pursuant to this Limited Warranty, Horizon Hobby, Inc. will, at its option, (i) repair or (ii) replace, any product determined by Horizon Hobby, Inc. to be defective. In the event of a defect, these are

your exclusive remedies.

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 an authorized Horizon Hobby, Inc. service center. This warranty is limited to the original purchaser and is not transferable. In no case shall Horizon Hobby’s liability exceed the original cost of the purchased product and will not cover consequential, incidental or collateral damage. Horizon Hobby, Inc. 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 Hobby, Inc. Further, Horizon Hobby reserves the right to change or modify this warranty without notice.

REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. HORIZON HOBBY, INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

As Horizon Hobby, Inc. 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.

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.

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 Hobby, Inc. directly. This will enable Horizon to better answer your questions and service you in the event that you may need any assistance.

Limited Warranty and Limits of Liability (continued)

Questions or Assistance

For questions or assistance, please direct your email to productsupport@horizonhobby.com, or call 877.504.0233 toll free to speak to a service technician.

Inspection or Repairs

If your 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 Hobby, Inc. is not responsible for merchandise until it arrives and is accepted at our facility. Include your complete name, address, phone number where you can be reached during business days, RMA number, and a brief summary of the problem. Be sure your name, address, and RMA number are clearly written on the shipping carton.

Warranty Inspection and Repairs

To receive warranty service, you must include your original sales receipt verifying the proof-of-purchase date. Providing 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 and the expense exceeds 50% of the retail purchase cost, you will be provided with an estimate advising you of your options. You will be billed for any return freight for non-warranty repairs. Please advise us of your preferred method of payment. Horizon Hobby 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.

Electronics and engines requiring inspection or repair should be shipped to the following address (freight prepaid):

Horizon Service Center

4105 Fieldstone Road

Champaign, Illinois 61822

All other products requiring inspection or repair should be shipped to the following address (freight prepaid):

Horizon Product Support

4105 Fieldstone Road

Champaign, Illinois 61822

Additional Required Items

Although the BlackJack 26 comes fully assembled and ready for action, you will need a few tools to get your boat ready to run. You will need the following:

Blue Thunder™ 20% Fuel (quart) (DYN2320)

500cc Fuel Bottle (DYN2003) or

Fast Tap™ Quart Bottle Spout (DYN2009)

Glow Plug Wrench (DYN2510)

Ni-Cd Glow Driver (DYN1925)

12 “AA” alkaline batteries (8 for the transmitter and

4 for the receiver)

7.2V Battery (DYN1000) for electric starter

Battery Charger (DYN4051) for electric starter

Suggested Field Equipment and Supplies

In addition to the items needed to run the BlackJack 26, we recommend that you carry the following in your field box:

Engine Tuning Screwdriver (DYN2775)

Replacement Glow Plugs (DYN2508 or DYN2500)

Hex driver/Allen wrench (2.5 mm)

Cable grease to lubricate drive shaft

Clean towels

“AA” alkaline batteries

Adjustable wrench (small)

Extra propellers

• Assembled BlackJack 26 Nitro RTR

• Pro Boat™ radio transmitter

• Boat stand

• Electric engine starter

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