Venom Wave Jumper Jet Rider User guide

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

BATTERY CHARGING

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

WAVE JUMPER

JET RIDER

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PRECAUCIÓN:

CAUTION:

THANK YOU

Thank you for purchasing the Venom Wave
Jumper Jet Rider™. This R/C model was
designed with fun in mind. Experienced and
beginning hobbyists alike will enjoy how easy the
Wave Jumper Jet Rider™ is to set up and drive.
We at Venom strive to create high quality, fun
products and feel we have successfully achieved
our goal. We hope you have as much fun with
your Wave Jumper Jet Rider™ as we did creating
it. Not only did you purchase a fun product but you
have also joined the Venom Team and it’s world
class product line and customer service.

FUNCIONA CON
ELECTRICIDAD.

No recomendado para niños
menores de 14 años. Al funcionar
con electricidad, deban cumplirse
los consejos de seguridad
durante la manipulación y la
utilizatión para evitar posibles
descargas eléctricas. Se requiere
la supervisión del adulto.
ENTRADA: 110-120V 60HZ4.2w

SOLAMENTE
SALIDA: 7.2V=450MA

ELECTRIC TOY.

Not recommended for children
under 14 years of age. As with all
electric products, precautions
should be observed during
handling and use to prevent
electric shock. Adult supervision
is required.
INPUT: 110-120V 60HZ4.2w

OUTPUT: 7.2V=450MA

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• First time modelers should seek the advice of their local hobby shop or an experienced modeler if you do not

understand these instructions.

• Follow all safety precautions when operating this model to avoid personal injury or damage to persons or property.

• Children should always be supervised by an adult when building and using this product.

• Keep hands and fingers away from rotating parts such as the propellers. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.

• If batteries get hot during charging, discontinue charging immediately and disconnect battery from charger.

• Charging and discharging batteries has the potential for serious injury to persons and damage to property. Never leave battery

unattended while charging. If you are unsure of how to charge this battery, please contact Venom™ or seek the advice of your local
hobby shop.

• Never let children charge batteries without adult supervision.

• Never disassemble or modify the battery pack included with this kit.

• Never dispose of batteries into a fire as batteries may explode. Please dispose of batteries properly.

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BATTERY CHARGING

1. PLUG IN THE CHARGER

2. CONNECT THE BATTERY
TO THE CHARGER

3. CHARGE TIME

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DANGER

Plug the kit supplied charger

into an electrical outlet.

CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS NON-KIT CHARGERS (DO NOT CHARGE THE BATTERY IN THE MODEL)

Charge at 3 amps for extended life, 4 amps for improved performance. Charging at 4amps may reduce the useful life of the

batteries. Must use a NiMH linear charger with peak detection. DO NOT TRICKLE CHARGE BATTERIES. Caution: If batteries get

hot during charging, discontinue charging immediately and disconnect battery from charger. Never leave battery unattended while
charging. If you are unsure of how to charge this battery, please contact Venom™ or seek the advice of your local hobby shop.
Never let children charge batteries without adult supervision.

Charging and discharging batteries has the potential for serious injury to persons and damage to property. In purchasing this
product, the user agrees to accept responsibility for all such risks, and will not hold Venom, it’s affiliates, manufacturers,
distributors, or retail partners responsible for any accident, injury to persons, or damage to
property resulting from the use of this product.

Connect the battery to the
charger. Always remove

the battery from the
model when charging!

If the battery is fully discharged,
it should be fully charged in about
4 hours. If the battery gets hot
during charging disconnect it immediately!

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RADIO PREPARATION

PRE-RUN CHECK LIST

RADIO PREPARATION

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Follow these steps to properly set up your radio system.

1. BATTERIES

Install 8 new AA batteries.

5. TURN ON THE
TRANSMITTER

2. TRANSMITTER
ANTENNA

Install and extend the

radio transmitter antenna.
If the antenna is not fully

extended the radio range

my be reduced.

6. TURN ON THE
RECEIVER

3. RECEIVER ANTENNA

Extend the receiver
antenna on the model and
insert it into the antenna

tube.

7. CHECK THE
CONTROLS

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4. INSTALL THE
BATTERY

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Install the fully charged

1800mah stick pack in

the model.

8. TURN OFF THE RECEIVER
AND TRANSMITTER

Turn on the transmitter

NOTE: The transmitter is
always turned on first
and off last.

Turn on the receiver in
the model (press the

on/off button on the top of
the hull located).

With the model on its stand,

check the control inputs.

When the throttle is applied

both props should turn.

When the steering wheel is

turned to the right, the left

motor will turn and the right

motor will stop. When the

steering wheel is turned

to the left, the right motor
will turn and the left motor
will stop.

Turn off the receiver in the
boat and then turn off the
transmitter.

PRE-RUN CHECK LIST

Before you run your model.

• Check to make sure all screws are securely tightened

• Make sure the transmitter batteries are new or fully charged

• Make sure the NiMH battery is fully charged

• Make sure the NiMH battery is securely fastened inside the model

• Make sure the model and transmitter are on the same radio channel and that no other models are on

the same channel

• Check the controls

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AFTER RUNNING THE MODEL

RUNNING THE MODEL

WHERE TO RUN YOUR MODEL

WHERE TO RUN YOUR MODEL

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Here are some precautions you should take when running your model.

1. FREE OF PEOPLE

Make sure to operate
your model in an area
that is free of animals and
people.

2. DO NOT SWIM AFTER
YOUR MODEL

If your model becomes
damaged or disabled while
in use. DO NOT SWIM
after it. Strong currents or

3. FREE OF DEBRIS

Make sure the area where
you will be running your
model is free of obstacles
and debris.

other dangers may exist!

RUNNING THE MODEL

When you are ready to run your model.

1. INSTALL THE
BATTERY AND COVER

2. TURN ON THE RADIO
& RECEIVER

3. WHERE TO RUN

ON

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4. FREQUENCY

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Make sure no other boats are
using the same radio frequency.
If two models are on the same
frequency, a loss of control may
occur.

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4. CONTROLS

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Install the fully charged
1800mah stick pack and
connect to the model.

Turn on the radio and
then the receiver on the
model. NOTE: The radio

is always turned on first
and off last.

Place the model in water
that is deep enough to
avoid hitting objects with
the prop.

Squeeze the trigger to apply
the throttle and make the boat
move forward. Use the steering
wheel to turn the model left and
right.

AFTER RUNNING THE MODEL

After running your model.

1. REMOVE THE
BOAT

2. TURN OFF THE
RECEIVER

3. TURN OFF THE
TRANSMITTER

4. DISCONNECT
THE BATTERY

OFF

Remove the boat from
the water.

Turn off the receiver in
the model (press the on/off
button on the top of the
hull).

5. AFTER EVERY RUN YOU SHOULD ALWAYS FLUSH THE MODEL WITH FRESH WATER AND DRY OFF. CHECK
FOR DAMAGE AND LEAKS AND OIL THE PROPELLER SHAFT TO PREVENT RUST. MAKE SURE THE
PROPELLER SCREW IS TIGHT.

Turn off the transmitter

NOTE: The transmitter
is always turned on
first and off last.

Disconnect the NiMH
battery and remove it from
the model.

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GUARANTEE, NOTICE OF RIGHTS, AND NOTICE OF LIABILITY TEXT

GUARANTEE:

We guarantee the Venom Wave Jumper Jet Rider™ to be free of manufacturing faults and material defects. This product has been
checked and adjusted individually before leaving the manufacturer. Please contact your local hobby shop for replacement parts and
technical support or contact Venom™ Customer Service at 800.705.0620 or [e-mail].

Copyright © 2009 by Venom™

Notice of Rights

All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form by any means, electronic, mechanical,
photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Venom™. For information on getting permission for
reprints and excerpts, contact [e-mail].

Notice of Liability

The information in this manual is distributed on an “As Is” basis, without warranty. While every precaution has been taken in the
preparation of the manual Venom™ does not have any liability to any person or entity with respect to any loss or damage caused or
alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by the information contained in this manual or by the products described in it.

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WARNINGS & CAUTIONS

Australia

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Alexandria NSW 2015

Customer Service

800.705.0620
[e-mail]

Adult supervision is required when using this product. This product should be assembled by an adult before use. Proper assembly
should be checked by an adult before use. This product should be periodically examined by an adult for potential hazards. Any
potential hazardous parts should be repaired or replaced.

This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause Cancer, Birth Defects and other Reproductive Harm. Be
responsible, dispose of properly.

DO NOT MIX OLD AND NEW BATTERIES.
DO NOT MIX ALKALINE, STANDARD, OR RECHARGEABLE (NICKLE METAL HYDRIDE BATTERIES.

WARNING: This product may contain sharp edges or objects that can cause cuts or other bodily injury. To prevent cuts or other
bodily injury, do not contact sharp edges or objects.

FCC INFORMATION

Compliance with FCC regulations (Valid in U.S. only) This device complies with part 15 FCC rules. Operation of this device is subject to the
following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

2. This device must accept any harmful interference that may cause undesired operation.

This device generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not used properly may cause interference to radio and television reception. It has
been tested and found to comply with the limits set by the FCC which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference.

FCC Warning:
CAUTION: Venom™ is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this product. Changes or
modifications not authorized by Venom™ will void all warranties.

NOTE: This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, compliant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This product generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used as instructed, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this product does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the product on and off, correct the interference by trying one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from the receiver.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

LIMITED WARRANTY

Venom™ Limited Warranty

Venom™ warrants this product to be free of material and workmanship defects when new. If a component is defective or was not
correctly made, Venom™ will, at its sole discretion, repair or replace it free of charge within 90 days from date of purchase. If you
believe a defect became evident only after operation, please contact us to discuss your warranty claim.

A dated & itemized sales receipt must accompany any product returned for warranty work. Before returning any product,
please contact Venom™ Customer Service at 800-705-0620 to receive a Return Merchandise Authorization Number (RMA#).

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