Pro Boat PRB2800S User Manual [en, fr, it]

.18-Size Nitro-Powered Catamaran Boat

Catamaran à carburant nitro moteur 0,18

Catamarano dimensione 0,18-ad alimentazione nitro

Instruction Manual Manuel d’utilisation Manuale d’uso

NOTICE

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Meaning of Special Language

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

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

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

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

a high probability of superfi cial injury.

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

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

Table of Contents

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

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

Specifi cations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

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

Suggested Field Equipment and Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Section 1: Building the Boat Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Section 2: Installation of Receiver and Transmitter Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Section 3: Range Checking the Pro Boat Radio System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Section 4: Filling the Fuel Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Section 5: The Pro Boat .18 Marine Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Section 6: Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Section 6: Starting the Engine (continued) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Section 7: Hull Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Section 8: Handling Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Section 9: Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Section 10: Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Section 11: Blackjack 26 SS Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Section 12: Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Warranty and Repair Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

FCC Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Compliance Information for the European Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

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Introduction

Congratulations on the purchase of your Pro Boat® BlackjackTM 26 SS
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 SS is a professionally built, ready-to-run
Catamaran fi berglass composite model. Powered by the potent Pro
Boat .18 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 Pro Boat .18 engine manual, along with the Pro Boat radio
system manual.

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 Blackjack
26 SS for many years to come.

This boat has been designed to race in an oval path, just like its full­scale 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.

It is very important that you operate this boat responsibly. With proper
care and maintenance, you will be able to enjoy your Blackjack 26 SS
for many years to come.

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

When operating the boat, stay clear of people, full-scale boats, station­ary objects and wildlife. It is preferable to operate the Blackjack 26 SS
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.

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

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

Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pro Boat® .18 Marine with TigerDrive and Tuned Exhaust

Radio System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pro Boat 2.4GHz

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

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

• Assembled Blackjack 26 SS Nitro RTR

• Pro Boat radio transmitter

• Boat stand

• Electric engine starter

Specifications

Contents

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Additional Required Items

Although the Blackjack 26 SS 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

• Glow Plug Wrench (DYN2510)

• Ni-Cd Glow Driver (DYN1925)

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Quart Bottle Spout (DYN2009)

• 8 AA alkaline batteries (4 for the transmitter
and 4 for the receiver)

• 7.2V Battery (DYN1050) for electric starter

• Battery Charger (DYN4077) for electric starter

Suggested Field Equipment and Supplies

In addition to the items needed to run the Blackjack 26 SS, we recommend that you carry the following in your fi eld box:

• Engine Tuning Screwdriver (DYN3048)

• Replacement Glow Plugs (DYN2508 or DYN2500)

• Hex driver/Allen wrench (2.5mm)

• Cable grease to lubricate drive shaft (PRB0100)

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 the end of one of the short plywood pieces. Repeat with the
remaining short plywood piece.

3. Secure the interlocking boat stand with thick CA or epoxy.

• Clean towels

• AA alkaline batteries

• Adjustable wrench (small)

• Extra propellers

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Section 2: Installation of Receiver and Transmitter Batteries

Receiver Batteries

1. Lift the cockpit off the boat from the rear.

Transmitter Batteries

1. Remove the transmitter from the box.

2. Remove the battery cover on the bottom of the transmitter.

3. Note the proper polarity and insert 4 AA batteries into the
transmitter.

4. Secure the batteries using the battery cover.

5. Turn on the radio and confi rm that all LEDs illuminate, indicating
proper installation of fully charged batteries.

6. Turn the radio off.

2. Remove the clear lid on the radio box.

3. Remove the dry cell battery holder from the radio box and
unwrap the foam from around the dry cell battery holder. Install
4 AA alkaline batteries as shown. Note the proper polarity. Wrap
the battery box in foam.

4. Re-install the battery holder into the radio 8box and secure the
radio box. Be sure the antenna wire is extended through the
antenna tube.

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Section 3: Range Checking the Pro Boat Radio System

Before the fi rst run of the Blackjack 26 SS, you should check the radio
for proper operation and to ensure proper control movement of the
rudder and throttle. Also ensure all batteries are in working condition.

1. With the radio system turned on (transmitter and receiver)

(engine off), walk off 40 to 50 paces from the Blackjack 26 SS.

2. Have an assistant remain with the boat to check for proper

control movement of the rudder from your transmitter input.

Section 4: Filling the Fuel Tank

We recommend that you use Blue Thunder 20% fuel. For maximum
performance, we recommend Blue Thunder Race Formula. Blue
Thunder fuels are specifi cally formulated for excellent power and
engine protection.

3. If everything appears to be operating correctly, start the engine
(refer to Section 8 of this manual and to the separate Pro Boat
.18 engine manual). 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 farther 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 season.

Locate the fuel tank inside the cockpit area and unscrew the lid. Use
either the DYN2009 Fast Tap quart bottle spout that has been
attached to the quart of fuel or the DYN2003 Fuel Bottle to fi ll the fuel
tank with your selection of Blue Thunder fuel. After you have fi lled the
fuel tank and re-installed the lid, wipe away any excess fuel that may
have spilled inside the hull or elsewhere on the boat. Immediately seal
the fuel container by putting the lid back on after refueling in order to
protect the fuel from moisture.

Section 5: The Pro Boat .18 Marine Engine

Water-Cooled Engine

Because the Pro Boat .18 engine is water-cooled and not air-cooled,
make sure that you do not run the engine for an extended amount of
time outside of the water. Continuously monitor the water outlet when
the boat is running in the lake to make sure that water is fl owing
through the engine head. If the water does not reach the head to cool
it, the engine will overheat and fail. This will cause permanent damage
to the engine.

Carburetor

The carburetor is adjusted at the factory. This setting should be ap­proximately 13⁄4–21⁄2 turns open for the high-speed and 21⁄2 turns
open for the low-speed needle. This should give you a slightly “rich”
mixture of fuel to the engine. This setting is the safest way to break in
your engine. For further details regarding the carburetor, see the engine
instruction manual.

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Section 6: Starting the Engine

Hand-Held Starter

1. Fully charge a 7.2V sub-C battery pack and install it in the
starter as shown.

Note: Stop operation immediately if the engine enters a hydro-

locked condition as serious engine damage may occur if
operation is continued. Remove the glow plug, invert the
boat and operate the starter to remove raw fuel before
resuming normal operation.

You may have to “blip” the throttle on the transmitter (applying throttle
on/off) while trying to start the engine. New engines are harder to start
because of the tight piston/sleeve fi t. Never start an engine at 1⁄2 to
full throttle, as this will cause over-revving which may cause premature
wear and breakage.

During the fi rst tank of fuel, advance the idle via the idle adjustment
screw more than normal to prevent stalling at idle due to the rich fuel
mixture for break-in. Pinch the fuel line nearest the carburetor to stop
the engine.

Breaking in Your Engine

The fi rst start-up of the engine is the most critical moment of the
engine’s life, dictating how the engine will perform from that time for­ward. Turn on your radio system and attach a fully charged glow igniter
(DYN1925) to the glow plug. Start the engine with the electric starter as
described in Section 8.

During break-in, the low-speed needle should be slightly rich and the
high-speed needle should be very rich. After a few tanks of fuel, begin
to lean the engine out. It generally takes about fi ve to six tanks of fuel
before you want to lean out the engine until it supplies good power.
Do not skip this process of break-in. Failure to follow this procedure
could damage your new engine. For further details on breaking in your
engine, please see the separate Pro Boat .18 instruction manual.

Note: It is common for an ABC engine to require a replacement

glow plug or two during break-in.

2. Slide the starting wand (which is stored inside the battery
cover) into the end of the starter, then replace the battery cover.

Operation

Attach a fully charged glow driver to the glow plug.

Turn on the radio system and insert the starting wand into the
TigerDrive; actuate the starting switch until the engine begins to run.

Needle Settings

When adjusting the settings, always adjust the needles in small incre­ments, about 1⁄16 of a full turn at a time. Do not set the engine too
lean, as it shortens the reliability of the engine.

The low speed needle effects the transition from idle to full speed.
Lean out the low end until only a slight hesitation is noticed when
transitioning to full power.

After you have attained the correct high-speed needle settings, the
engine will have a strong sounding, high-pitched whine at full speed,
and a thin trail of blue/white smoke will come from the exhaust.

Idle Adjustment

The last item to adjust is the idle screw. To obtain a higher idle, turn the
idle screw clockwise; for lower idle, turn the idle screw counterclock­wise. You may also adjust the idle speed using the throttle trim on the
transmitter.

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Section 6: Starting the Engine (continued)

Replacement Parts

In the event that you need to replace an engine part, there is a
complete parts listing in the Pro Boat .18 instruction manual. Exploded
views will help you to select the correct parts and make minor repairs.

Section 7: Hull Care

The hull of the Blackjack 26 SS is fi nished using the highest quality
paints and the most advanced painting methods available. The base
coat/clear cote technique delivers an amazing shine that is as durable
as it is beautiful. To keep your

Section 8: Handling Adjustments

Operate your Blackjack 26 SS in low to medium wake conditions to
avoid having problems with the boat overturning. If the conditions are
questionable, adjust the prop strut down a bit to reduce the likelihood
of having the boat overturn.

Maintenance

Lube the gears inside the TigerDrive with waterproof grease every 30
hours of use. Check all screws for tightness after each run.

Blackjack 26 SS looking new, you should apply a wax coating to the
top of the hull as used on automotive fi nishes to prevent oxidation and
to further protect against damage caused by fuel and other harmful
chemicals.

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Section 9: Troubleshooting Guide

Problem Possible Cause Solution

Engine will not start • Engine is not primed

• Put a few drops of fuel into the carburetor venturi
and restart

• Out of fuel

• Improper fuel

• Improper glow plug

• Glow igniter not charged

• Dead glow plug

• Flooded engine

Engine starts, then dies • Pressure line blocked or unhooked

• Reset needles to baseline setting

Engine starts and runs for several
minutes, then dies

• Bad glow plug

• Idle speed set too low

• Improper needle settings

• Glow plug failed due to lean engine setting

• Fill fuel tank

• Use 20% Blue Thunder

• Install proper glow plug

• Charge igniter

• Replace

• Remove glow plug, invert boat and engage the
TigerDrive to remove raw fuel from the engine

• Connect or replace fuel line

• See Section 6

• Replace

• See Section 6

• See Section 6

• Richen carburetor settings and replace glow plug

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Section 10: Maintenance

The Pro Boat Blackjack 26 SS 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 Blackjack 26 SS

Check that all screws and hardware are securely in place. This is very
important, as the manifold screws will occasionally vibrate loose during
the fi rst initial runs.

Check the propeller for damage in the form of chipping or cracking. If
you fi 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 Blackjack 26 SS

Wipe off any exhaust residue from the boat with glass cleaner and a
soft towel. 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 is dry. It is not
recommended to operate the Blackjack 26 SS in saltwater.

Loosen (do not remove) the retaining nut by holding the collet with
a 10mm wrench and unscrew the retaining nut with another 10mm
wrench or crescent wrench.

Carefully note how the drive shaft and prop are factory installed. This
is important so that when you have fi nished lubricating the drive shaft,
you can correctly re-install the drive shaft.

Lubrication

It is important to lubricate the fl ex shaft of the Blackjack 26 SS with
waterproof cable grease (PRB0100) after every two hours of operation.

To lubricate the drive shaft, follow these simple instructions.

Remove the hex screws holding the Prop. Strut in position. Remove the
entire assembly with the fl exshaft.

Remove the drive shaft by sliding it out of the stuffi ng box.

Wipe off all dirt or debris from the fl exshaft and liberally lubricate the
entire length of the drive shaft with silicone cable grease.

Carefully re-install the drive shaft, making certain that there is a
1–2mm gap between the prop strut and the drive dog to allow for
fl exshaft shrinkage under load.

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Section 11: Blackjack 26 SS Replacement Parts

In the event that you need to purchase replacement parts for your engine or the Blackjack 26 SS, please see your local hobby store. You can also
purchase them from Horizon Hobby by calling 1-800-338-4639 or shop online at www.horizonhobby.com

Part # Description

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

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

PRB2207 . . . . . . . . . . . Fuel Tank

PRB2209 . . . . . . . . . . . Tuned Pipe

PRB2210 . . . . . . . . . . . Manifold Pressure Fitting

PRB2211 . . . . . . . . . . . Coupler Tubing

PRB2215 . . . . . . . . . . . Flywheel

PRB2218 . . . . . . . . . . . Prop Nut

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

PRB2223 . . . . . . . . . . . Push Rod Connector

PRB2224 . . . . . . . . . . . Silicone Tubing

PRB2225 . . . . . . . . . . . Battery Box/Switch

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

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

PRB2509 . . . . . . . . . . . Cable Collet

PRB2511 . . . . . . . . . . . Switch Mount

PRB2512 . . . . . . . . . . . Motor Mounts with Hardware

PRB2758 . . . . . . . . . . . Exhaust Port

PRB2805 . . . . . . . . . . . Manifold

Part # Description

PRB2806 . . . . . . . . . . . Fuel Tank Strap

PRB2807 . . . . . . . . . . . Throttle Pushrod

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

PRB2809 . . . . . . . . . . . Servo Tray

PRB2810 . . . . . . . . . . . Stuffi ng Box

PRB2811 . . . . . . . . . . . Stuffi ng Box Liner

PRB2813 . . . . . . . . . . . Propeller Shaft

PRB2814 . . . . . . . . . . . Hatch Screw Set

PRB2819 . . . . . . . . . . . Hull only

PRB2820 . . . . . . . . . . . Canopy

PRB2821 . . . . . . . . . . . Decals

PRB2822 . . . . . . . . . . . Radio Box

PRB2823 . . . . . . . . . . . Radio Box Cover

PRB2824 . . . . . . . . . . . Rudder and Strut Set (Red)

PRB2825 . . . . . . . . . . . Prop Strut Set (Red)

PRB3306 . . . . . . . . . . . Boat Stand

PRB3764 . . . . . . . . . . . Flexshaft

PRB8100 . . . . . . . . . . . Marine Starting System .12–.18

PRB8110 . . . . . . . . . . . TigerDrive .12–.18

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Engine compartment and components.

Section 12: Appendix

Engine water cooling lines.

Warranty and Repair Policy

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

Limited Warranty

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

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

(b) Limitations- HORIZON MAKES NO WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ABOUT NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABIL-

Transom and components.

ITY 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 modifi 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 Product by Purchaser
must be approved in writing by Horizon before shipment.

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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, fi nal
assembly, modifi 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 con­fl ict of law principals).

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

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

Inspection or Repairs: If this Product needs to be inspected or
repaired, please use the Horizon Online Repair Request submission
process found on our website or call Horizon to obtain a Return Mer­chandise Authorization (RMA) number. Pack the Product securely using
a shipping carton. Please note that original boxes may be included, but
are not designed to withstand the rigors of shipping without additional
protection. Ship via a carrier that provides tracking and insurance for

lost or damaged parcels, as Horizon is not responsible for merchandise
until it arrives and is accepted at our facility. An Online Repair Request
is available at www.horizonhobby.com http://www.horizonhobby.
com under the Repairs tab. If you do not have internet access, please
contact Horizon Product Support to obtain a RMA number along with
instructions for submitting your product for repair. When calling Hori­zon, you will be asked to provide your complete name, street address,
email address and phone number where you can be reached during
business hours. When sending product into Horizon, please include
your RMA number, a list of the included items, and a brief summary of
the problem. A copy of your original sales receipt must be included for
warranty consideration. Be sure your name, address, and RMA number
are clearly written on the outside of the shipping carton.

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

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

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

Non-Warranty Repairs: Should your repair not be covered by war­ranty the repair will be completed and payment will be required
without notifi cation 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 notifi 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. Horizon accepts money orders and cashiers checks, as well as
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover cards. By
submitting any item to Horizon for inspection or repair, you are agree­ing to Horizon’s Terms and Conditions found on our website under the
Repairs tab.

Country of

Horizon Hobby Address Phone Number/ Email

Purchase

United States

Horizon Service Center
(Electronics and engines)

4105 Fieldstone Rd
Champaign, Illinois

61822 USA
Horizon
Product Support
(All other products)

United
Kingdom

Horizon Hobby
Limited

Units 1-4 Ployters Rd

Staple Tye

Harlow, Essex

CM18 7NS, United Kingdom

Germany Horizon

Technischer Service

Hamburger Str. 10

25335 Elmshorn

Germany

France Horizon Hobby SAS 14 Rue Gustave Eiffel

Zone d’Activité du Réveil Matin

91230 Montgeron

France

877-504-0233

www.horizonhobby.com/repairs

[phone]

[e-mail]

[phone]

[e-mail]

[phone]

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FCC Statement

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 modifi cations not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.

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

2.4835GHz frequency range.

Compliance Information for the European Union

Antenna Separation Distance

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

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

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Declaration of Conformity (in accordance with ISO/IEC 17050-1)
No. HH2010083001

Product(s): PRB Blackjack 26 SS Nitro 2.4 RTR
Item Number(s): PRB2800S

Equipment Class: 2

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

EN 300-228 Technical requirements for Radio equipment
EN 301 489 General EMC requirements for Radio equipment
EN 60950 Safety

Signed for and on behalf of:
Horizon Hobby, Inc.
Champaign, IL USA
August 30, 2010

International Operations and Risk Management

Steven A. Hall

Vice President

Horizon Hobby, Inc.

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