HORIZON PRB08052 Super Sonicwake 48 8S Self Righting Brushless Deep V RTR Installation Guide

HORIZON PRB08052 Super Sonicwake 48 8S Self-Righting Brushless Deep V RTR

Product Information

Specifications:

• Model : 48 SELF-RIGHTING DEEP V BRUSHLESS RTR
• Models: PRB-1634, PRB-1631, PRB08052, PRB-1636, PRB-1633, PRB-1637, PRB-1635, PRB-1641, PRB-1640, PRB-1653, PRB-1632, PRB-1654, PRB-1630, PRB-1655, PRB-1639, PRB-1153

Product Usage Instructions

1. Charging the Battery: Before using the product, make sure to charge the battery using the provided charger. Follow the instructions in the manual for proper charging procedures.
2. Turning On the Device: Once the battery is charged, turn on the device by pressing the power button located on the controller. Ensure that both the controller and the boat are powered on.
3. Operating the Boat : To operate the boat, use the controller to steer and control the speed of the boat. Familiarize yourself with the controls before navigating the boat in the water.
4. Self-Righting Feature: In case the boat flips over, activate the self-righting feature by following the instructions in the manual. This feature helps the boat return to an upright position for continued operation.
5. Maintenance and Storage: After use, clean the boat thoroughly with fresh water to remove any salt or debris. Store the boat in a dry and cool place to prevent damage when not in use.

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NOTICE
All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, LLC. For up-to-date product literature, visit www.horizonhobby.com or www.towerhobbies.com and click on the support or resources tab for this product.

MEANING OF SPECIAL LANGUAGE
The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product:

• WARNING : Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage, and serious injury OR create a high probability of superficial injury.
• CAUTION : Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of serious injury.
• NOTICE : Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND little or no possibility of 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 use with incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions provided by Horizon Hobby, LLC. 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.

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

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.

• When handling and/or transporting your boat, always pick up the boat from the front, keeping all moving parts pointed away from you.
• 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 unprotected 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.

Water-Resistant Boat with Waterproof Electronics
Your new Horizon Hobby boat has been designed and built with a combination of waterproof and water-resistant components to allow you to operate the product in calm, fresh water conditions. While the entire boat is highly water- resistant, it is not completely waterproof and your boat should NOT be treated like a submarine. The various electronic components used in the boat, such as the ESC, servo(s) and receiver are waterproof, however, most of the mechanical components are water-resistant and require additional maintenance after use. Metal parts, including the bearings, pins, screws and nuts, propeller, rudder, rudder mounts, prop struts, as well as the contacts in the electrical cables, will be susceptible to corrosion if additional maintenance is not performed after running in wet conditions. To maximize the long-term performance of your boat and to keep the warranty intact, the procedures described in the WET CONDITIONS MAINTENANCE section must be performed regularly.

CAUTION : Failure to exercise caution while using this product and complying with the following precautions could result in product malfunction and/or void the warranty.

General Precautions

• Read the Wet Conditions Maintenance procedures and make sure that you have all the tools you will need to properly maintain your boat.
• Not all batteries can be used in wet conditions. Consult the battery manufacturer before use. Caution should be taken when using Li-Po batteries in wet conditions.
• Most transmitters are not water-resistant. Consult your transmitter’s manual or the manufacturer before operation.
• Never operate your transmitter or boat when lightning is present.
• Saltwater is very conductive and highly corrosive. If you choose to run your boat in salt water, immediately rinse the boat in fresh water after each use. Operating your boat in salt water is at the sole discretion of the modeler.+

Wet Conditions Maintenance

• Drain any water that has collected in the hull by removing the drain plug or canopy and tilting the boat in the appropriate direction to drain the water.
• CAUTION : Always keep hands, fingers, tools and any loose or hanging objects away from rotating parts.
• Remove the battery pack(s) and dry the contacts. If you have an air compressor or a can of compressed air, blow out any water that may be inside the recessed connector housings.
• Remove all moving parts. Dry and lubricate parts after every 30 minutes of operation or if the boat becomes submerged.
• NOTICE: Never use a pressure washer to clean your boat.
• Use an air compressor or a can of compressed air to dry the boat and help remove any water that may have gotten into small crevices or corners.
• Spray the bearings, fasteners and other metal parts with a water-displacing light oil or lubricant.
• Let the boat air dry before you store it. Water (and oil) may continue to drip for a few hours.

Charging Warnings
WARNING : Failure to exercise caution while using this product and comply with the following warnings could result in product malfunction, electrical issues, excessive heat, FIRE, and ultimately injury and property damage.

• NEVER LEAVE CHARGING BATTERIES UNATTENDED.
• NEVER CHARGE BATTERIES OVERNIGHT.
• Never attempt to charge dead, damaged or wet battery packs.
• Never attempt to charge a battery pack containing different types of batteries.
• Never allow children under 14 years of age to charge battery packs.
• Never charge batteries in extremely hot or cold places or place in direct sunlight.
• Never charge a battery if the cable has been pinched or shorted.
• Never connect the charger if the power cable has been pinched or shorted.
• Never attempt to dismantle the charger or use a damaged charger.
• Always use only rechargeable batteries designed for use with this type of charger.
• Always inspect the battery before charging.
• Always keep the battery away from any material that could be affected by heat.
• Always monitor the charging area and have a fire extinguisher available at all times.
• Always end the charging process if the battery becomes hot to the touch or starts to change form (swell) during the charge process.
• Always connect the positive leads (+) and negative leads (–) correctly.
• Always disconnect the battery after charging, and let the charger cool between charges.
• Always charge in a well-ventilated area.
• Always terminate all processes and contact Horizon Hobby if the product malfunctions.
• Charge only rechargeable batteries. Charging non-rechargeable batteries may cause the batteries to burst, resulting in injury to persons and/or damage to property.
• The USB outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

CAUTION:

•  Always ensure the battery you are charging meets the specifications of this charger. Not doing so can result in excessive heat and other related product malfunctions, which can lead to user injury or property damage.
• If at any time during the charging process the battery pack becomes hot or begins to puff, disconnect the battery immediately and discontinue the charge process as batteries can cause fire, collateral damage and injuries.

Box Contents

• Pro Boat® Super Sonicwake 48″ Self Righting Deep V Brushless: RTR (PRB08052)
• SR315 DSMR 3-Channel Sport Receiver (SPMSR315)
• Firma™ 160A Smart Brushless Marine ESC (SPMXSE1160M)
• DX3S Transmitter (SPM2340)
• (4) AA Alkaline Transmitter Batteries
• Firma™ 4685 950Kv 4-Pole Marine Motor (SPMX-1074)
• S905 Standard 40KG 15T Waterproof Metal Gear Surface Servo (SPMS905)
• ABS Display Stand

Specifications

• Length 48.29 in. (1226.6mm)
• Width 14.64 in. (371.8mm)
• Height 8.2 in. (208mm)
• Hull Material ABS

Install the Transmitter Batteries

This transmitter requires 4 AA batteries.

1. 1. Remove the battery cover from the transmitter.
2. 2. Install the batteries as shown.
3. 3. Install the battery cover.

CAUTION:

• Never remove the transmitter batteries while the model is powered ON. Loss of model control, damage, or injury may occur.
• Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to national regulations.

Transmitter Functions

1. Channel 3 Button

2. Channel 3 Button

3. Throttle/Brake

4. Steering Wheel

5. AVC/ST Rate
   Adjusts the end point of the steering.

6. Brake Rate
   Adjusts the braking end point.

7. ST Trim
   Adjusts the steering center point. Normally, the steering trim is adjusted until the vehicle tracks straight.

8. TH Trim
   Adjusts the throttle neutral point.

9. SMART Battery Level Indicator

10. Servo Reversing
    To reverse the Throttle (TH) or Steering (ST) channel, switch the position of the correlating switch—“N” is for normal, “R” is for reverse.

11. Throttle Limit
    Limits throttle output to 50/75/100% Select 50% or 75% for less experienced drivers or when you are driving the vehicle in a small area.

12. Power LED

    • Solid Red Lights: Indicates radio connectivity and adequate battery power.
    • Flashing Red Lights: Indicates the battery voltage is critically low. Replace batteries.

13. Power Button

14. Bind Button

Antenna Tube Installation

Install the receiver antenna in the tube as shown.
Keep the end of the antenna above the boat’s waterline to get the best transmitter reception. Apply clear tape (DYNM0102), if desired.

NOTICE : Do not cut or kink the receiver antenna or damage may result.

Binding
Binding is the process of programming the receiver to recognize the GUID (Globally Unique Identifier) code of a single specific transmitter. The transmitter and ESC/receiver are bound at the factory. If you need to rebind, follow the instructions below:

1. Remove the screws holding the receiver box together.
2. Connect 2 fully charged batteries into the IC5 connectors.
3. Press the bind button on the receiver, then press the power button. The receiver light goes out, then glows solid when binding is complete.
4. On the DX3, press and hold the bind button, then press the power button.
5. Reinstall the receiver box top, ensuring the wires exit the box over the wire ports and are not pinched.

You must rebind when binding the receiver to a different transmitter.

NOTICE : Do not attempt to bind the transmitter and receiver if there are other compatible transmitters in bind mode within 400 feet. Doing so may result in unexpected binding.

IMPORTANT : When using a Smart ESC and Smart battery, the transmitter Smart Battery Level indicator displays the vehicle battery level within 10 seconds of powering on and binding.

Failsafe
In the unlikely event that the radio connection is lost during use, the receiver will drive the servo and ESC to their pre-programmed failsafe positions (normally no throttle and straight steering). If the receiver is powered on before powering on the transmitter, the receiver will enter this failsafe mode. When the transmitter is powered on, normal control is resumed.

Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC)

• The factory default setting for the LVC in the ESC included with your boat is set at 3.2V per cell. Discharging a Li-Po battery below 3V per cell may damage your battery. The included ESC protects the boat battery from over-discharge using Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC). Before the battery charge decreases too much, LVC removes power supplied to the motor.
• The boat drastically slows or stops completely once LVC is activated. Releasing the throttle and reapplying it will provide a limited amount of power to safely return the boat to shore. Repeated use after LVC is activated will damage the batteries.
• Once LVC has been activated, the ESC status light will flash red continuously indicating that the ESC is in LVC mode.

NOTICE : Repeated operation to LVC will damage the battery.

LVC can activate prematurely if you use

1. a low C-rated battery or
2. an old, worn, and/or weak battery.

The average run time using the recommended batteries (SPMXB4S100) is approximately 5–7 minutes, depending on throttle usage. Limited run time may indicate worn or weak batteries.

TIP : If you’ve installed a freshly charged battery and LVC activates within the first minute of operation, replace your worn or weak batteries with the recommended batteries.

TIP : Monitor your boat battery’s voltage before and after boating by using a Li-Po Cell Voltage Checker (SPMXBC100, sold separately).

Disconnect and remove the Li-Po battery from the boat after use to prevent trickle discharge. Charge your Li-Po battery to half capacity before storage. During storage, make sure the battery charge does not fall below 3V per cell. LVC does not prevent the battery from over-discharge during storage.

Recommended Battery and Charger

• The Super Sonicwake provides ample space for large batteries. Use two 4S 5000–10000mAh batteries with 100C or greater for optimal performance.
• We recommend using 4S 10000mAh Spektrum Smart G2 Pro Basher batteries for extended run times (SPMXB4S100).
• We recommend using 4S 5000mAh Spektrum Smart G2 batteries for agility and performance (SPMX54S100H5).
• Choose a charger designed to charge the recommended Spektrum™ 14.8V 10000mAh 120C Smart LiPo batteries with IC5® connectors (SPMX54S100H5).
• We recommend the Spektrum SMART S2200 G2 AC 2 x 200W Smart Charger (SPMXC1010).
• Refer to your charger manual for charging instructions and safety information.
• NOTICE : Never charge a battery in the boat or damage may result.

Installing the Batteries

1. Set the boat on the included display stand.
2. Loosen the four canopy latches on the hull, and remove the canopy from the hull.
3. Remove the SSL trays from the battery bases.
4. Install the recommended, fully charged batteries into the SSL trays, and secure them using the included hook and loop straps.
5. Place the SSL trays into the battery bases, and slide them forward to lock the batteries and SSL trays into place.

WARNING : When using two batteries, always make sure the batteries are of similar type (voltage and capacity). Connecting batteries of mismatched capacity may result in battery over discharge, which could result in fire causing property damage or personal injury.

Range Check

IMPORTANT : Perform a range check at the beginning of each boating session, after any repair, or after new battery installation.

Ensure that the battery is fully charged.

1. Place the boat securely on the included stand.
2. With the radio system powered ON and connected, walk 90 feet (32 m) away from the boat.
3. Have an assistant remain with the boat to check for proper steering control movement in response to the transmitter input.
4. If everything is operating correctly, prepare to operate the boat in the water.

Powering ON the Boat

1. Power ON the transmitter.

2. Remove the rudder cover.
   NOTICE: Remove the rudder cover before boating or damage will occur.

3. Connect the battery leads to the IC5 connectors in the boat.
   NOTE: Using a 2mm driver, unscrew the four 3mm screws to move the hard- mounted IC5 connectors forward or backward to customize the connection point of your battery.

4. Power ON the receiver by pressing the ESC power button.

5. Reinstall the hatch.

6. With the boat still on the display stand, test the transmitter control of the boat and complete a range check of the controls.

Boating Tips
Consult local laws and ordinances before choosing a location to pilot your boat.

NOTICE : Remove the rudder cover before boating or damage will occur.

During the first run, we recommend calm wind and water conditions to ensure that the boat is properly set up. Top speed is determined by the battery’s ability to efficiently deliver power to the motor via the ESC.

1. Carefully place the boat in the water.
2. Operate the boat at slow speeds near the shoreline. Avoid objects in the water at all times. When the boat is moving forward, ensure water flows out of the coolant outlet.
3. Once you are comfortable operating the boat at slow speeds, it is safe to operate the boat farther from the shore at higher speeds.
4. Bring the boat back to shore when the motor starts to pulse.

CAUTION : Never attempt to retrieve a downed boat by swimming. If you need to retrieve your boat from the water, use fishing equipment or another boat.

• NOTICE : Never operate your boat in less than 12 inches (30.5 cm) of water.
• NOTICE : When running at full speed in choppy water, the propeller may exit and re-enter the water repeatedly and very quickly, subjecting the propeller and drive shaft to some stress. Frequent stress may damage the propeller and drive shaft.

In rough water and windy conditions, consider mounting the batteries further forward for added stability

Avoid boating near:

• watercraft
• people (swimming areas, fishing areas)
• stationary objects
• waves and wakes
• rapidly moving water
• wildlife
• floating debris
• overhanging trees
• vegetation

Self-Righting
The self-righting feature uses a water ballast system. The ballast works as a controlled breach in the hull. As the ballast fills with water, the weight of the water forces the boat to sink, while the air trapped inside the hull causes enough buoyancy to right the boat.  The boat will self-right automatically, using water ballast.  Once the boat is upright, it will lean to one side. Apply full throttle. The trapped water will be forced out of the ballast tanks by the boat’s forward momentum.

IMPORTANT : Applying throttle during the self-righting process may prevent the boat from turning over.

When You Are Finished

NOTICE : When you are finished boating, never leave the boat in direct sunlight or in a hot, enclosed area such as a car. Doing so can damage the boat.

1. Power OFF the receiver by pressing the ESC power button.

2. Power OFF the transmitter.

3. Disconnect and remove the battery from the boat.

4. Drain any water from the inside of the hull by removing the hatch and rotating the boat upside down.

5. Remove the drain plug to remove any water left over. Remove any remaining water with a dry towel.

6. Fully dry the inside and outside of the boat. Carefully dry all battery, motor and receiver connectors by removing one at a time and reinstalling them.

7. Remove the hatch before storing your boat.
   TIP: Removing the hatch before storage will prevent mold and mildew from growing in the boat.

8. Repair any damage or wear to the boat.

9. Remove the flex shaft and use a paper towel dry it.

10. Lubricate the flex shaft using Dynamite Marine Grease (DYNE4200).

11. Replace the rudder cover on the rudder to protect the sharp edge.

Maintenance

Motor Care

• Prolong motor life by preventing overheating conditions. Undue motor wear results from frequent turns, stops and starts, pushing objects, boating in rough water or vegetation and boating continuously at high speed.
• Over-temperature protection is installed on the ESC to prevent circuit damage, but cannot protect the motor from pushing against heavy resistance.
• Lubrication is important to prevent motor damage. If your motor gets wet, lubricate the busings supporting the motor shaft with light duty machine oil. Failure to do so can cause the motor shaft to seize against the motor bushings.

CAUTION : Do not touch the motor until it has had time to cool. It can become extremely hot when in use.

Dual Water-Cooling Pickup
If water does not stream out of the water outlets while the boat is moving forward, immediately stop the boat and clean the obstruction from the water cooling system.

1. Disassemble and clean the water cooling system to remove block-age and prevent overheating.
2. Replace damaged parts.

Rudder Service
The Super Sonicwake features a break away rudder designed to swing out if it strikes a solid object.

1. Push the rudder back into place.
2. Use a 2mm hex driver and 5.5mm wrench (Dynamite Pro Boat Tool Set, DYNT0502) to tighten the screws.

Turn Fin Adjustment

1. Loosen the turn fin bolt.
2. Slide the fin up/down or in/out to the desired angle and height.
3. Re-tighten the turn fin bolt, and repeat on the other side.

Trim Tab Adjustment
The trim tabs come installed from the factory to stabilize the boat as it rides across the water. They are set for consistent performance and stability in most water conditions. However, you can tune out chime walk or porpoise effect by adjusting the trim tabs so they are at least 1–1.5 mm below the ride surface of the boat.

Adjusting the tabs up or down allows the boat to come into more or less contact with the water, resulting in either a smooth, planted ride or a fast, loose ride.

1. Position a ruler parallel to the keel on the right side of the right trim tab, allowing the ruler to extend past the trim tab.
2. To adjust the angle of the trim tab, loosen the locking nut on the adjustment screw, and then tighten the screw.
3. Use a ruler to measure and record the tab adjustment. Measure the length of the bolt head to the base of aluminum trim tab arm.
4. Record the position of the trim tab against the ruler’s straight edge after adjusting the trim tab.
5. Tighten the adjustment lock nut to prevent further movement of the adjustment screw.
6. Repeat this process on the left trim tab, ensuring the trim tab panels are either perpendicular to or parallel to the bottom of the boat.

NOTICE:

• The trim tabs should be the same distance above or below the boat’s ride surface. Adjusting one trim tab more than the other can cause the boat to behave erratically.
• If the boat rolls or flips at full speed, the trim tabs or turn fins may have moved or flexed. Immediately return the boat to shore for inspection.
• It may be necessary to bend the trim tabs to remove any down force applied to the trim tabs. This should only be done if there is a gap between the adjustment screw and trim tab plate.

Propeller Service

1. Use an 8mm nut driver (DYN2805) to loosen the nut from the driveshaft.
2. Remove the nut and propeller from the driveshaft.
3. Assemble in reverse order. Correctly align the propeller with the drive dog on the driveshaft.

Propeller Angle Adjustment
Raising the drive strut increases speed, but also decreases steering response and increases cavitation. Lowering the drive strut increases steering response, but also increases steering sensitivity and decreases speed.

1. Loosen the nut and bolt from the drive strut on the rear of the boat.
2. Slide the strut up or down to change the angle of the propeller in relation to the hull.
3. Adjust as desired and tighten the nut and bolt.

Drivetrain Lubrication
Always replace the drivetrain parts when they are damaged or show visible wear or injury and damage may result. Lubricating the flex shaft is vital to the life of the drivetrain. The lubricant also acts as a water seal, keeping water from entering the hull through the stuffing tube. Lubricate the flex shaft and all moving parts after every 30 minutes of operation.

1. Remove the grease catch screw from the rear of the propeller strut.
2. Use a Dynamite grease gun (DYNE4200) to inject a few pumps of marine grease into the stuffing tube grease catch.
3. Replace the plug screw.

Full Flex Shaft Lubrication
Remove, clean, and lubricate the flex shaft after every boating session. It is good practice to completely remove the flex shaft after a day of running to clean the old grease out and dry any water from the stuffing tube.

1. Loosen the flex shaft collet using two 12mm wrenches.
2. Remove the flex shaft by sliding it toward the back of the boat.
3. Use a paper towel to remove old grease and water from the flex shaft and the bushing.
4. Dry any water in the stuffing tube.
5. Use a Dynamite grease gun (DYNE4200) to generously lubricate the bushing and the flex shaft.
6. Reassemble the flex shaft in reverse order.

TIP: Do not add grease to the last 2 inches of the flex shaft. This allows for a better grip inside the collet and prevents the flex shaft from loosening while boating.

NOTICE: Running the boat in saltwater could cause some parts to corrode. If you run the boat in saltwater, rinse it thoroughly in freshwater after each use and lubricate the drive system. Running RC boats in saltwater is at the discretion of the modeler.

Replacement Parts

Recommended Parts

Basher LiPo: IC5

SPMXC2000| S2100 G2 2x100W AC Smart Charger
SPMXC2010| Smart S2200 G2 AC Charger, 2 x 200W
SPMXC2060| S250 AC 2x50W Smart Charger
SPMXPSS850| Smart Powerstage 8S Surface Bundle: (2) G2 5000mAh 4S LiPo IC5 & S2100 Charger

Optional Parts

Hardware

Troubleshooting Guide

Throttle channel is reversed

| ****

Reverse throttle channel on transmitter

Extra noise or extra vibration

| Damaged propeller, shaft or motor| Replace damaged parts
Propeller is out of balance| Balance or replace propeller
Boat squeals or makes a high pitch sound when applying power to motors| Lubricate flex shafts

Reduced runtime or boat underpowered

| Boat battery charge is low| Completely recharge battery
Boat battery is damaged| Replace boat battery and follow battery instructions
Blocking or friction on shaft or propeller| Disassemble, lubricate and correctly align parts
Boat conditions may be too cold| Make sure the battery is warm (above 10º C [50º F]) before use
Battery capacity may be too low for conditions| Replace battery or use a larger capacity battery
Drive dog is too near the stuffing tube| Loosen drive shaft side of the motor coupling and move drive shaft small amount back
Too little lubrication on drive shaft| Fully lubricate drive shaft
Vegetation or other obstacles block the rudder or propeller| Remove vegetation or obstacles from rudder or propeller
Motor couplers are loose| Tighten motor couplers and ensure the coupler is free of lubrication

Boat will not bind (during binding) to transmitter

| Transmitter is too near boat during binding process| Move powered transmitter a few feet from boat, disconnect and reconnect battery to boat
Boat or transmitter is too close to large metal object, wireless source or another transmitter| Move the boat and transmitter to another location and attempt binding again
Another compatible transmitter is powered on within range of the receiver| Power off all compatible transmitters except the one you are trying to bind

Incorrect binding protocol set

| Verify binding procedure and use binding for stock radio. If using a DSMR or DSM2 utilize the standard binding procedure listed in the manual
Boat battery/transmitter battery charge is too low| Replace/recharge batteries
ESC switch is off| Power on ESC switch

Boat will not connect (after binding) to transmitter

| Transmitter is too near boat during connecting process| Move powered transmitter a few feet from boat, disconnect and reconnect battery to boat
Boat or transmitter is too close to large metal object, wireless source or another transmitter| Move boat or transmitter to another location and attempt to connect again
Boat battery/transmitter battery charge is too low| Replace/recharge batteries
ESC switch is off| Power on ESC switch

Boat tends to dive in the water or takes on water

| Boat hull is not completely closed| Dry out the boat and ensure the hatch is fully closed on the hull before returning the boat to the water
Trim tabs are adjusted too deep| Adjust trim tabs up
Center of gravity is too far forward| Move batteries back in the hull

Boat tends to turn one direction

| Rudder or rudder trim is not centered| Repair rudder or adjust rudder and rudder trim for straight running when control is at neutral
Break away screw is damaged or broken| Replace damaged screw
ESC may require full throttle range calibration| Calibrate the ESC

Rudder does not move

| Rudder, linkage or servo damage| Replace or repair damaged parts and adjust controls
Steering servo wire is damaged or connections are loose| Check steering servo wires and connections, connect or replace
Transmitter is not bound correctly| Re-bind
BEC of the ESC is damaged| Replace ESC
ESC switch is off| Power on ESC switch
Controls reversed| Transmitter settings are reversed| Do the Control Direction Test and adjust controls on transmitter appro- priately
Motor overheats| Blocked water cooler tubes| Clean or replace water tubes
Motor power pulses then motor loses power| ESC uses default soft Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC)| Recharge boat battery or replace battery that is no longer performing
Weather conditions might be too cold| Postpone until weather is warmer
Battery is old, worn out or damaged| Replace battery

Boat blows over upon acceleration

| Batteries are too far back in the battery tray| Move the batteries forward to adjust the boat’s center of gravity
Struts have too much positive angle, causing the nose of the boat to lift and blow over| Adjust a more neutral or negative strut angle
Trim Tabs not adjusted, causing the nose of the boat to lift and blow over| Adjust the trim tabs further into the water to keep the nose of the boat in the water and provide additional stability
Water conditions are too choppy or windy| Adjust the struts downward to drive the bow of the boat down or move the batteries further forward for better weight distribution

2-Year Limited Warranty

What This Warranty Covers — Horizon Hobby, LLC, (Horizon) warrants to the original purchaser that the product purchased (the
“Product”) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for two years from the date of purchase.

What is Not Covered — This warranty is not transferable and does not cover

1. cosmetic damage,
2. damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial use, or due to improper use, installation, operation or maintenance,
3. modification of or to any part of the Product,
4. attempted service by anyone other than a Horizon Hobby authorized service center,
5. Product not purchased from an authorized Horizon dealer, or
6. Product not compliant with applicable technical regulations or
7. use that violates any applicable laws, rules, or regulations.

OTHER THAN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY ABOVE, HORIZON MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION AND HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY ALONE HAVE DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCT WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE PURCHASER’S INTENDED USE.

Purchaser’s Remedy — Horizon’s sole obligation and purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be that Horizon will, at its option, either (i) service, or (ii) replace, any Product determined by Horizon to be defective. Horizon reserves the right to inspect any and all Product(s) involved in a warranty claim. Service or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon. Proof of purchase is required for all warranty claims. SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE  PURCHASER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.

Limitation of Liability — HORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS OR PRODUCTION OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY, EVEN IF HORIZON HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

Further, in no event shall the liability of Horizon exceed the individual price of the Product on which liability is asserted. As Horizon has no control over use, setup, final assembly, modification or misuse, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any resulting damage or injury. By the act of use, setup or assembly, the user accepts all resulting liability. If you as the purchaser or user are not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of the Product, the purchaser is advised to return the Product immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase.

Law — These terms are governed by Illinois law (without regard to conflict of law principals). This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Horizon reserves the right to change or modify this warranty at any time without notice.

WARRANTY SERVICES
Questions, Assistance, and Services — Your local hobby store and/or place of purchase cannot provide warranty support or service. Once assembly, setup or use of the Product has been started, you must contact your local distributor or Horizon directly. This will enable Horizon to better answer your questions and service you in the event that you may need any assistance. For questions or assistance, please visit our website at www.horizonhobby.com, submit a Product Support Inquiry, or call the toll free telephone number referenced in the Warranty and Service Contact Information section to speak with a Product Support representative.

Inspection or Services — If this Product needs to be inspected or serviced and is compliant in the country you live and use the Product in, please use the Horizon Online Service Request submission process found on our website or call Horizon to obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. Pack the Product securely using a shipping carton. Please note that original boxes may be included, but are not designed to withstand the rigors of shipping without additional protection. Ship via a carrier that provides tracking and insurance for lost or damaged parcels, as Horizon is not responsible for merchandise until it arrives and is accepted at our facility. An Online Service Request is available at http://www.horizonhobby.com/content /service-center-render-service-center. If you do not have internet access, please contact Horizon Product Support to obtain a RMA number along with instructions for submitting your product for service. When calling Horizon, you will be asked to provide your complete name, street address, email address and phone number where you can be reached during business hours. When sending product into Horizon, please include your RMA number, a list of the included items, and a brief summary of the problem. A copy of your original sales receipt must be included for warranty consideration. Be sure your name, address, and RMA number are clearly written on the outside of the shipping carton.

NOTICE : Do not ship LiPo batteries to Horizon. If you have any issue with a LiPo battery, please contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support office.

Warranty Requirements — For Warranty consideration, you must include your original sales receipt verifying the proof-of-purchase date. Provided warranty conditions have been met, your Product will be serviced or replaced free of charge. Service or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon.

Non-Warranty Service — Should your service not be covered by warranty, service will be completed and payment will be required without notification or estimate of the expense unless the expense exceeds 50% of the retail purchase cost. By submitting the item for service you are agreeing to payment of the service without notification. Service estimates are available upon request. You must include this request with your item submitted for service. Non- warranty service estimates will be billed a minimum of ½ hour of labor. In addition you will be billed for return freight. Horizon accepts money orders and cashier’s checks, as well as Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover cards. By submitting any item to Horizon for service, you are agreeing to Horizon’s Terms and Conditions found on our website http://www.horizonhobby.com/content/service-center_render-service-center.

ATTENTION : Horizon service is limited to Product compliant in the country of use and ownership. If received, a non-compliant Product will not be serviced. Further, the sender will be responsible for arranging return shipment of the un-serviced Product, through a carrier of the sender’s choice and at the sender’s expense. Horizon will hold non-compliant Product for a period of 60 days from notification, after which it will be discarded.

Warranty and Service Contact Information

Country of Purchase| Horizon Hobby| Contact Information| Address
---|---|---|---

United States of America

| Horizon Service Center

(Repairs and Repair Requests)

| servicecenter.horizonhobby.com/RequestForm/| ****

2904 Research Rd.

Champaign, Illinois, 61822 USA

Horizon Product Support (Product Technical Assistance)| productsupport@horizonhobby.com
800-338-4639
Sales| websales@horizonhobby.com
800-338-4639

EU

| Horizon Technischer Service| service@horizonhobby.de| Hanskampring 9

D 22885 Barsbüttel, Germany

Sales: Horizon Hobby GmbH| +49 (0) 4121 2655 100

FCC Information

FCC ID: Contains BRWKATY1T & BRWSRIRVINGV1
This equipment complies with FCC and IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and/or antenna and your body (excluding fingers, hands, wrists, ankles and feet). This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity
Pro Boat Super Sonicwake 48″ Self Righting Deep V Brushless, RTR (PRB08052): This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CAUTION : Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE : This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

IC Information
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
IC : Contains 6157A-KATY1T & 6157A-SRIRVINGV1

This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receivers(s) that comply with Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s).

Operation is subject to the following 2 conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Compliance Information for the European Union
EU Compliance Statement:
Pro Boat Super Sonicwake 48″ Self Righting Deep V Brushless, RTR (PRB08052): Hereby, Horizon Hobby, LLC declares that the device is in compliance with the following: Radio Equipment Directive (RED) 2014/53/EU, RoHS 2 Directive 2011/65/EU, RoHS 3 Directive – Amending 2011/65/EU Annex II 2015/863.

The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: https://www.horizonhobby.com/content/support- render-compliance.

NOTE : This product contains batteries that are covered under the 2006/66/EC European Directive, which cannot be disposed of with normal household waste. Please follow local regulations.

Wireless Frequency Range and Wireless Output Power:

• Transmitter : 2404 – 2478MHz 17.7dBm
• Receiver : 2404 – 2476MHz-1.33dBm

EU Manufacturer of Record: Horizon Hobby, LLC 2904 Research Road Champaign, IL 61822 USA EU Importer of Record: Horizon Hobby, GmbH Hanskampring 9 22885 Barsbüttel Germany

WEEE NOTICE: This appliance is labeled in accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU concerning waste of electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This label indicates that this product should not be disposed of with household waste. It should be deposited at an appropriate facility to enable recovery and recycling.

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©2024 Horizon Hobby, LLC. Pro Boat, DX3S, IC5, Firma, and the Horizon Hobby logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby, LLC. The Spektrum trademark is used with permission of Bachmann Industries, Inc. All other trademarks or registered trademarks are property of their respective owners.

Other patents pending.

Updated: 07/2024 PRB08052

FAQ

Q: How do I know when the battery is fully charged?
A: The charger provided with the product usually has an indicator light that changes color when the battery is fully charged. Refer to the manual for specific details.

Q: Can I use this boat in saltwater?
A: While the boat is designed for freshwater use, it can tolerate occasional saltwater exposure. However, thorough rinsing with fresh water after saltwater use is recommended to prevent corrosion.

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