Pro Boat PRB3600 User Manual

PT-109 40 EP

Owner's Manual

Specifications

Hull Length ............................................ 40 in (1016mm)

Beam ................................................... 10.5 in (267mm)

Motor ..................................... Water-cooled 550-size (x2)

Speed Control ...................Waterproof electronic w/reverse

Radio System.......................... Pro Boat 2-stick 27MHz AM

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

Steering System ................................................ 3-rudder

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Pro Boat™
PT-109™ Ready-To-Run boat. Please
read these instructions carefully before
attempting to operate your boat.

The PT-109 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

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

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

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

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

Inspection .................................................................................................3

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

Getting Started ..........................................................................................4

Installing the Transmitter Batteries ...............................................................5

Installing the Motor Batteries .......................................................................6

Checking the Radio System .........................................................................7

Accessory Installation .................................................................................9

Testing Your Boat in the Water ...................................................................12

Maintenance ............................................................................................12

Replacement Parts ....................................................................................13

Identification of Components .....................................................................14

Instructions for Disposal of WEEE by Users in the European Union ..................15

Warranty Information ................................................................................15

Operating Notes ....................................................................................... 19

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General Guidelines

It is important you read and follow
this instruction 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 PT-109 for many years to
come.

Additional Required Items

When operating the boat, stay clear of
people, full-scale boats, stationary objects
and wildlife. It is preferable to operate the
PT-109 in low-wake, low-wind conditions
and in areas free of people, wildlife and
objects.

Before you operate your model, make
sure 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.

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

• 8 AA alkaline batteries for the radio transmitter

• 6-cell 3300mAh Ni-MH battery pack (DYN1185) (2)

• Charger for motor batteries (DYN4033)

• Medium CA

• Soldering iron w/solder

Inspection

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

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• Assembled PT-109 RTR

• Pro Boat radio transmitter

• Boat stand

Contents

Getting Started

Before you start running your new
PT-109, it is absolutely necessary that
you read through all of the operating
instructions to prevent unnecessary
damage and get the maximum enjoyment
from your boat.

Charging the Motor Battery

Plug the battery charger into a standard
110/120V AC wall outlet or 12 volts DC
depending on the type of charger used.

Connect a fully discharged battery to the
charge plug.

Change the battery according to the
instructions provided with the charger.

Do not leave the battery pack unattended
while charging or serious damage or fire
may occur.

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Installing the Transmitter Batteries

Remove the transmitter battery cover by
sliding the cover from top to bottom.

Install eight (8) AA batteries into the

transmitter. Pay close attention to the
correct direction of the positive (+) and
negative (-) ends as marked.

Install the battery cover by sliding it on
from bottom to top.

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Installing the Motor Batteries

Once the batteries are charged, apply
the supplied hook and loop tape to the
batteries.

Attach the remaining hook and loop to
the hull as shown.

Confirm the receiver switch has been set
to the "OFF" position at this time.

Plug the connectors from battery packs to
the connectors from the ESC.

Install the battery packs into the hull
as shown. Batteries are located on the
left and right side of the hull.

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