Pro Boat PRB3400 User Manual

Apache 24 EP Rally Sport Owners Manual

Electric Catamaran Boat

Specifications

Hull Length .........................................................................................24 in (609mm)

Beam ...................................................................................................8.5 in (216mm)

Motor ...................................................... Water-cooled hi-performance 550-size

Radio System.......................................................ProBoat AM 27 mHz Pistol-grip

Drive System ..........................................................................................Direct Drive

Steering System .................................................................Steerable Drive System

Speed Control ...........................................Waterproof Electronic with Reverse

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Pro Boat™ Apache 24
Ready-To-Run boat. Please read these instructions
carefully before attempting to operate your boat.

The Apache 24 comes Ready-To-Run with the Pro
Boat 27MHz AM 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.

Table of Contents

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

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

Inspection ....................................................................................................................................................................... 2

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

Additional Required Items ......................................................................................................................................... 3

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

Section 1: Installation of the Transmitter Batteries .............................................................................................. 4

Section 2: Installation of the 7.2V Ni-Cd Battery Pack ...................................................................................... 4

Section 3: Checking the Radio System ................................................................................................................... 5

Section 4: Adjusting the Transmitter ........................................................................................................................ 6

Section 5: Testing Your Boat in the Water .............................................................................................................. 6

Section 6: Handling Adjustment ................................................................................................................................ 7

Section 7: Speed Control Programming ................................................................................................................. 7

Section 8: Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................... 7

Section 9: Lubricating the Drive Shaft..................................................................................................................... 8

Section 10: Replacement Parts ................................................................................................................................. 9

Section 11: Identification of Components .............................................................................................................. 9

Warranty Information ............................................................................................................................................... 10

Inspection

Carefully remove the boat and radio transmitter
from the box. Inspect the boat to make sure
no damage is present. If you notice damage is
present, please contact the hobby shop where you
purchased it.

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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
Apache 24 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 Apache 24 in low wake,
low wind conditions and in areas free of people,
wildlife and objects.

Additional Required Items

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.

Always stay clear of the propeller.

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

• 8 “AA” alkaline batteries for the radio transmitter

• 7.2V Ni-Cd Battery Pack with Tamiya Connector (DYN1170)

• Ni-Cd Battery Fast Charger (DYN4056)

Contents

• Assembled Apache 24 EP RTR

• Pro Boat radio transmitter

• Boat stand

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Section 1: Installation of the Transmitter Batteries

Install 8 “AA” alkaline batteries into the
transmitter, following the instructions provided
for your radio system.

Turn on the transmitter, making sure that all three
LEDs illuminate on the power indicator and that
the trim knobs are in the center position. Turn the
transmitter off.

Section 2: Installation of the 7.2V Ni-Cd Battery Pack

Carefully remove the hatch (scale
pilot cockpit).

Make sure the receiver switch is in the "OFF"
position. Install a fully charged 7.2V Ni-Cd battery
pack into the radio box. Follow the instructions
included with your fast charger to ensure a safe
charge. Plug the battery into the female battery
connector attached to the electronic speed
controller.

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