Pro Boat PRB3300S User Manual

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SUPER SPORT

Blackjack 26 SS Brushless EP Catamaran Boat

Owners Manual • Bedienungsanleitung

Manuel de l'utilisateur • Manuale dell'utente

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NOTICE

All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion

of Horizon Hobby, Inc. For up-to-date product literature, visit www.horizonhobby.com and click on the

support tab for this product.

Meaning of Special Language:s

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.

Additional Safety Precautions and Warnings

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

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

Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.

• Always keep a safe distance in all directions around your model to avoid collisions or injury. This
model is controlled by a radio signal subject to interference from many sources outside your control.
Interference can cause momentary loss of control.

• Always operate your model in open spaces away from full-size vehicles, traffic and people.

• Always carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional support equipment
(chargers, rechargeable battery packs, etc.).

• Always keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out of the reach of children.

• Always avoid water exposure to all equipment not specifically designed and protected for this purpose.
Moisture causes damage to electronics.

• Never place any portion of the model in your mouth as it could cause serious injury or even death.

• Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Pro Boat® Blackjack™ 26 SS Brushless EP Ready-To-Run
boat. Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to operate your boat.

The Blackjack 26 SS Brushless EP comes Ready-To-Run with the Pro Boat 2.4GHz
Spektrum™ Marine DSM radio system and electronic speed controller already installed.
All assembly and building is done at the factory, allowing you to quickly get your boat
running.

Specifications

Hull Length ................................................................................26.75 in (679mm)

Beam ........................................................................................8.375 in (213mm)

Motor ............................Water-cooled High-performance A3630-1500 Brushless Motor

Radio System................................Pro Boat 2.4GHz Spektrum Marine DSM Pistol-Grip

Drive System ............................................................Flexshaft with adjustable strut

Steering System ...................................................Anodized Aluminum offset Rudder

Speed Control .................................................. Water-cooled 45-Amp Brushless ESC

Table of Contents

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

Specifications ......................................................................................................3

General Guidelines ..............................................................................................4

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

Inspection ..........................................................................................................5

Contents ............................................................................................................5

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

Section 2: Installing the Transmitter Batteries ......................................................... 6

Section 3: Installing the 7.2V Ni-MH Battery Packs .................................................. 6

Section 4: Checking the Radio System ................................................................... 7

Section 5: Adjusting the Transmitter ......................................................................8

Section 6: Handling Adjustment ............................................................................8

Section 7: Testing Your Boat in the Water ............................................................... 9

Section 8: Speed Control Programming .................................................................. 9

Section 9: Maintenance ........................................................................................9

Section 10: Lubricating the Drive Shaft ................................................................ 10

Section 11: Identification of Components ............................................................. 11

Section 12: Replacement Parts ............................................................................ 11

Section 13: Parts Contact Information .................................................................. 12

Section 14: FCC Warranty and Repair Policy ......................................................... 12

Section 15: Warranty and Service Contact Information .......................................... 14

Section 16: FCC Information ............................................................................... 14

Section 17: Compliance Information for the European Union ................................... 15

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General Guidelines

It is important that you read and follow
this instruction manual, along with the
radio system 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 SS Brushless
Catamaran 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 26 SS Brushless Catamaran
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, and the propeller for damage
and loose screws 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.

Additional Required Items

You will need to purchase the following to get your boat on the water:

• 4 AA alkaline batteries for the radio transmitter

• 7.2V Ni-MH Battery Pack with Deans Connector (PRB3316) (2)

• Twin Peak

• Tamiya/Deans adapter (PRB3312)

TM

Dual Battery Charger (DYN4033)

PRB3316

5100mAh

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Inspection

Always stay clear of the propeller.

Carefully remove the boat and radio
transmitter from the box. Inspect the
boat to make sure no damage is present.

Contents

• Assembled Blackjack 26 SS Brushless EP RTR

• Pro Boat radio transmitter

• Boat stand

If you notice damage is present, please
contact the hobby shop where you
purchased it.

Section 1: Assembling the Boat Stand

Attach the side stand pieces by
interlocking them into the end pieces as
shown. Secure the interlocking pieces
with medium CA or epoxy. Make certain
you allow the adhesive to fully cure
before placing your boat on the stand.

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