Operating instructions
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DRIVING YOUR SLING SHOT RTR
STEP 1: RANGE TESTING THE RADIO CONTROL SYSTEM
After getting out to the lake, but before you drive the boat, you must range test the radio control system. This will ensure that the
transmitter is "talking" correctly to the receiver in the boat.
❑ Turn on the transmitter, then turn on the boat.
❑ Set the boat in the water and extend the transmitter's antenna completely. Move the control sticks on the transmitter several times
to check the controls. They should operate normally.
❑ Walk approximately 75ft. from the boat and move the control sticks on the transmitter once more. Check to make sure that the
controls are operating normally at this distance. You may need a friend to help you with this step. If the controls work normally, the boat
has passed its range check and it's okay to use. If the controls don't operate normally, don't drive the boat. Refer to the
troubleshooting guide on page # 10.
After you've checked the controls and are satisfied that the range check has been completed successfully, set the boat in the water
pointing away from shore. At first, you should drive the boat at slower speeds until you get used to the way the boat handles. Notice that
the throttle lever is proportional, meaning that the motor will speed up from off to high power in relation to the position of the throttle lever.
Move the throttle lever forward slightly and the motor turns on slightly. Move the throttle lever forward a little more and the motor speeds
up a little more. Move the throttle lever forward completely and the motor runs at full speed.
Driving the boat is very simple and a lot of fun. Push and hold the throttle lever forward to make the boat accelerate. At the same time
(or when you want to turn the boat), move the right/left turn lever left and right to make the boat turn left and right.
Once you are familiar with the handling qualities of the boat, feel free to open the throttle completely. You will find that at full throttle the
boat is quite fast and agile. With your hand off the right/left control lever, the boat should track straight through the water. If the boat
constantly turns or "veers" off to one side or the other, "trim" the rudder to make the boat track straight, by sliding the trim lever below the
right/left control lever.
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✦WARNING
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✦ When the battery in the boat begins to run low, the boat will slow down drastically in a very short period of time. When
this happens, immediately drive the boat to shore so it doesn't completely run out of power in the middle of the lake.
STEP 2: DRIVING THE SLING SHOT RTR
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
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When driving in rough water, some water may get into the hull. This will not cause damage, but you should remove the rubber hatch
cover and soak up any water, using a paper towel or rag. Do not drive the boat without the rubber hatch cover installed.
● If any of the electronics get wet, remove the rubber hatch cover and soak up any visible water, using a paper towel or rag, then allow
the boat to sit 24 hours (with the rubber hatch cover removed) to allow any condensation to evaporate from the electronics.
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Because the hull is assembled from molded plastic parts, use of chemical spray cleaners is not recommended. These cleaners may
damage the parts. Replacement of parts damaged by chemical cleaners will not be covered under warranty.
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Always check the condition of the transmitter batteries before going out to the lake. If you think they might be going bad, replace them
with a fresh set.
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After you're done running the boat for the day, dry the outside of the boat, using paper towels or a clean towel. If the transmitter has
gotten wet from handling, dry it off too.
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After a period of time the hull may accumulate dirt or grass from taking the boat in and out of the water. This debris should be cleaned out,
using a paper towel or rag.
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Periodically check the rudder and propeller for any signs of damage.
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Periodically oil the drive shaft and other moving parts to ensure good operation.
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If you drive the boat in saltwater, it's important to clean it afterwards with freshwater, then to oil any moving parts to ensure good operation.