Pro Boat PRB2850 User Manual
Blackjack 55 Owner's Manual
Gas-Powered Catamaran Boat
Specifications
Total length ................................................................................... 61.5 in (1562mm)
Hull length ........................................................................................55 in (1397mm)
Beam .............................................................................................. 14.75 in (375mm)
Engine .........................................................................................Zenoah G26 Marine
Radio System.........................................................................................JR XR3i (FM)
Weight ................................................................................................ 14.5 lb (6.5 kg)
Propeller................................................................................Pro Boat Bronze Alloy
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Introduction
General Guidelines
Congratulations on the purchase of your
Pro Boat™ Blackjack 55 catamaran. You are just
minutes from one of the most thrilling experiences
the radio control hobby has to offer.
The Pro Boat Blackjack 55 is a professionally built,
ready-to-run, catamaran, fiberglass composite
model. Powered by the potent Zenoah® G26M
engine, you will be able to race across the water at
speeds in excess of 35 mph!
Read this owner’s manual thoroughly. You also need
to read the included Zenoah G26 engine manual,
along with the JR® XR3i radio system manual.
Carefully unpack your Blackjack 55 and examine
the boat and its contents. The box should contain
the Blackjack 55 RTR with radio installed, a boat
stand, and the JR XR3i 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
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: Removing the Canopy ............................................................................................................................. 7
Section 3: Installing the Radio System Batteries ...................................................................................................8
Section 4: Installing the Wing .................................................................................................................................... 9
Section 5: Installing the Rudder Stabilizer .............................................................................................................. 9
Section 6: Installing the Rudders ............................................................................................................................ 10
Section 7: Propeller Balancing ................................................................................................................................. 10
Section 8: Fueling the Tank ....................................................................................................................................... 11
Section 9: Range Checking the JR XR3i Radio System ..................................................................................... 11
Section 10: Starting the Engine ............................................................................................................................... 12
Section 11: Stopping the Engine .............................................................................................................................13
Section 12: Handling Adjustments ..........................................................................................................................13
Section 13: Clutch ......................................................................................................................................................13
Section 14: Cooling System ..................................................................................................................................... 14
Section 15: Troubleshooting Guide ........................................................................................................................15
Section 16: Hull Care ................................................................................................................................................15
Section 17: Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................... 16
Section 18: Blackjack 55 Replacement Parts ....................................................................................................... 16
Section 19: Flex Shaft Lubrication .......................................................................................................................... 17
Section 20: Operating Notes ..................................................................................................................................18
Section 21: Appendix .................................................................................................................................................19
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 55 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 Blackjack 55 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
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 original Purchaser.
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Limited Warranty and Limits of Liability
Limited Warranty and Limits of Liability (continued)
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
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 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, 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.
Law: These Terms are governed by Illinois law
(without regard to conflict 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.
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 productsupport@
horizonhobby.com, or call 877.504.0233 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 non-warranty 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
notification. 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.
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:
Horizon Product Support
4105 Fieldstone Road
Champaign, Illinois 61822
Please call 877-504-0233 with any
questions or concerns regarding this
product or warranty.
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Additional Required Items
Section 1: Building the Boat Stand
Although the Blackjack™ 55 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:
Zenoah® 2-Cycle Oil (ZEN20001) CA or Epoxy Glue
Flex Shaft Lubrication (PRB0100) Fuel Container
Fuel Pump (HAN155) Gasoline (+87 Octane), Ethanol-ree
12 AA Alkaline Batteries (8 for the transmitter and 4 for the receiver)
Suggested Field Equipment and Supplies
In addition to the items needed to run the Blackjack 55, we recommend that you carry the following in your
field box:
Engine Tuning Screwdriver (DYN2775) Clean Towels
Bronze Alloy Propeller (PRB0153) 2mm Hex Wrench
2.5mm Hex Wrench 4mm Hex Wrench
#1 Phillips Screwdriver Small Crescent Wrench
Wax Screw-locking Compound
m 1. There are 4 plywood boat stand pieces. The
2 short plywood pieces are the ends of the boat
stand.
m 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.
m 3. Secure the stand together where each piece is
joined with epoxy or CA glue (not included).
Section 2: Removing the Canopy
m Unscrew the 2 knurled hatch-mounting screws
from the rear of the hatch. Slide the front hatch
retainer toward the rear of the boat and lift the
hatch from the boat.
• Assembled Blackjack 55 RTR
• JR® XR3i radio transmitter
• Boat stand
• Rudder (2)
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