Pro Boat PRB3250BD User Manual

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© 2010 Horizon Hobby, Inc.

4105 Fieldstone Road

Champaign, Illinois 61822 USA

1/8-Scale Formula Hydro Unlimited Hydroplane

BND Owner's Manual

Teflon

Horizon Hobby UK

Units 1-4 Ployters Rd

Staple Tye

Harlow, Essex

CM18 7NS

United Kingdom

Horizon Hobby Deutschland GmbH

Hamburger Strasse 10

25335 Elmshorn

Germany

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Wilmington, Delaware.

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Printed 12/09 17545

Printed in China

Officially Licensed replica
of the 2006 ABRA High
Points Champion.

Specifications

Length .......................................................................................45.25 in (1131.3mm)

Beam ...........................................................................................23.75 in (593.8mm)

Engine ................................................................Zenoah G26M and Tuned Exhaust

Speed ..............................................................................................................35+ mph

Receiver..................................................................... Spektrum MR3000 Receiver

Servos ................................................................................Z-270 and Z-590 Servos

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Introduction

Warnings & Guidelines

Congratulations on the purchase of your
Pro Boat® Formula Hydro. This is a 1/8-scale replica
of the world famous full-scale hydro. You are just
minutes from one of the most thrilling experiences
the radio control hobby has to offer.

Carefully unpack your Formula Hydro and examine
the boat and its contents. The box should contain
the Formula Hydro BND with Spektrum marine
receiver and servos installed and a boat stand. If you
are missing any of these items or notice any damage,
immediately contact the place of purchase.

The Pro Boat Formula Hydro is a professionally
built, 1/8-scale fiberglass model of one of the
most competitive race boats on the Unlimited
Hydroplane tour. Powered by the potent Zenoah
G26M engine, you will be able to race across the
water at speeds in excess of 35 mph.

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Read this owner’s manual thoroughly. You also need
to read the included Zenoah G26M engine manual,
along with the receiver manual. Also read the
manual that comes with the Spektrum

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transmitter
you purchase separately. You must bind the receiver
to the transmitter prior to use, set up the failsafe

It is very important that you operate this boat
responsibly. With proper care and maintenance,

and adjust the rudder and throttle travel and
reversing functions.

you will be able to enjoy your Formula Hydro for
many years to come.

Table of Contents

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

Warnings & Guidelines ............................................................................................................................................... 3

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

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

Contents ........................................................................................................................................................................ 4

Section 1: Building the Boat Stand ........................................................................................................................... 5

Section 2: Attaching the Turn Fin .............................................................................................................................. 5

Section 3: Removing the Canopy ............................................................................................................................. 6

Section 4: Installing the Radio System Batteries ................................................................................................... 6

Section 5: Installing the Rudder ................................................................................................................................ 7

Section 6: Propeller Balancing ................................................................................................................................... 7

Section 7: Filling the Fuel Tank .................................................................................................................................. 8

Section 8: Fuel/Oil Mixture ........................................................................................................................................ 8

Section 9: Range Check the Spektrum Radio System ......................................................................................... 8

Section 10: Starting the Engine ................................................................................................................................. 9

Section 11: Initial Launch of the Formula Hydro ...............................................................................................10

Section 12: Stopping the Engine .............................................................................................................................10

Section 13: Cooling System ..................................................................................................................................... 11

Section 14: Clutch ...................................................................................................................................................... 12

Section 15: Hull Care ................................................................................................................................................12

Section 16: Maintenance ...........................................................................................................................................13

Section 17: Troubleshooting Guide ........................................................................................................................14

Section 18: Replacement Parts ...............................................................................................................................14

Appendix ......................................................................................................................................................................15

Warranty Information ............................................................................................................................................... 16

Compliance Information for the European Union .............................................................................................19

Safety, Precautions, and Warnings

Age Recommendation: 14 years or over.
Not a toy. Not intended for use by children
without direct adult supervision.

As the user of this product, you are solely
responsible for operating it in a manner that
does not endanger yourself and others or result
in damage to the product or the property
of others.

Carefully follow the directions and warnings for
this and any optional support equipment (chargers,
rechargeable battery packs, etc.) that you use.

This model is controlled by a radio signal that
is subject to interference from many sources
outside your control. This interference can cause
momentary loss of control so it is necessary to
always keep a safe distance in all directions around
your model, as this margin will help to avoid
collisions or injury.

• Always operate your model in an open area away

from cars, traffic, or people.

• Avoid operating your model in the street where

injury or damage can occur.

• Never operate the model out into the street or

populated areas for any reason.

• Never operate your model with low transmitter

batteries.

• Carefully follow the directions and warnings for

this and any optional support equipment (chargers,
rechargeable battery packs, etc.) that you use.

• Keep all chemicals, small parts and anything

electrical out of the reach of children.

• Moisture causes damage to electronics. Avoid

water exposure to all equipment not specifically
designed and protected for this purpose.

General Guidelines

It is important that you read and follow this
instruction manual, along with the Zenoah G26
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
Formula Hydro 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 Formula Hydro in low
wake, low wind conditions and in areas free of
people, wildlife and objects.

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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Additional Required Items

Section 1: Building the Boat Stand

Although the Formula Hydro 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 2-Cycle Oil (EVOX1001Q)
CA or epoxy glue (DYN5400)
Fuel container
Threadlock
Fuel Pump (HAN155)

8 AA alkaline batteries (4 for the transmitter and
4 for the receiver)
Gasoline (87 or higher Octane), ethanol-free
Spektrum marine compatible transmitter

Suggested Field Equipment and Supplies

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

Flex Shaft Lubrication (PRB0100, PRB0101)
Engine Tuning Screwdriver (DYN3048)
Clean towels
Extra Propellers (PRB0153)
2mm hex wrench

2.5mm hex wrench
4mm hex wrench
#1 Phillips (DYN2828)
Small crescent wrench
Wax
Screw-locking compound

Parts Required

Plywood boat stand pieces (4)

Tools and Adhesives Needed

CA or epoxy

q 1. Attach the side boat stand pieces by

interlocking them into the end pieces as shown.

q 2. Secure the interlocking boat stand with

medium thick CA or epoxy. Make certain you
allow the CA or epoxy to fully cure before
placing the boat on the stand.

Contents

• Assembled 1/8 scale Formula Hydro RTR

• Boat stand

• Rudder

Section 2: Attaching the Turn Fin

Parts Required

Turn Fin
3mm hex screws (2)

Tools and Adhesives Needed

3mm hex driver
Blue threadlock

q 1. Locate the included turn fin. This will be

attached to the right sponson. Any attempt to
turn the boat left may cause the boat to flip,
especially if this is done in a tight diameter and
at high speeds.

q 2. Place the Formula Hydro on the completed

boat stand once the glue has fully cured.

q 3. Locate the turn fin and the included 3mm

hex screws (2) to secure the turn fin.

q 4. Carefully place a few drops of blue threadlock

on the threads of both hex screws. This will help
to keep the screws secured to the blind nuts
within the sponson.

q 5. Carefully attach the turn fin onto the right

sponson as shown and tighten the hex screws
with a 3mm hex driver.