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Specifications

Total length ................................................................................... 61.5 in (1562mm)

Hull length ........................................................................................55 in (1397mm)

Beam .............................................................................................. 14.75 in (375mm)

Engine .........................................................................................Zenoah G26 Marine

Radio System.........................................................................................JR XR3i (FM)

Weight ................................................................................................ 14.5 lb (6.5 kg)

Propeller................................................................................Pro Boat Bronze Alloy

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Blackjack 55 Owner's Manual

Gas-Powered Catamaran Boat

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Blackjack 55 Owner's Manual Gas-Powered Catamaran Boat Specifications Total length.................................................................................... 61.5 in (1562mm) Hull length.........................................................................................55 in (1397mm) Beam............................................................................................... 14.75 in (375mm) Engine.........................................................................................
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Introduction Read this owner’s manual thoroughly. You also need to read the included Zenoah G26 engine manual, along with the JR® XR3i radio system manual. Congratulations on the purchase of your Pro Boat™ Blackjack 55 catamaran. You are just minutes from one of the most thrilling experiences the radio control hobby has to offer. Carefully unpack your Blackjack 55 and examine the boat and its contents.
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Limited Warranty and Limits of Liability Limited Warranty and Limits of Liability (continued) Limited Warranty Damage Limits Questions, Assistance, and Repairs Non-Warranty Repairs (a) This warranty is limited to the original Purchaser ("Purchaser") and is not transferable. REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE PURCHASER. This warranty covers only those Products purchased from an authorized Horizon dealer.
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Additional Required Items Although the Blackjack™ 55 comes fully assembled and ready for action, you will need a few additional items in order to run your boat. You will need the following: Zenoah® 2-Cycle Oil (ZEN20001) CA or Epoxy Glue Flex Shaft Lubrication (PRB0100) Fuel Container Fuel Pump (HAN155) Gasoline (+87 Octane), Ethanol-ree 12 AA Alkaline Batteries (8 for the transmitter and 4 for the receiver) Section 1: Building the Boat Stand m 1. There are 4 plywood boat stand pieces.
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Section 3: Installing the Radio System Batteries Receiver Batteries Section 4: Installing the Wing m 1. Install the wing in the direction shown. m 2. Use two 3mm x 12mm sheet metal screws and two 3mm washers to secure the wing to the hatch. m 1. Remove the ten 2.5mm hex head screws that secure the radio box cover. m 2. Remove the battery holder and install 4 AA alkaline batteries in the polarity shown on the battery box. Note: The wing is not intended to be a handle.
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Section 6: Installing the Rudders Section 8: Fueling the Tank Use only Zenoah® 2-Cycle Synthetic Oil and premium gasoline mixed 32:1 to power the Blackjack 55. Fill the tank completely and secure the fuel cap. Keep fuel in a moisture-free environment, as stale fuel will cause the Zenoah G26M engine to lose performance. m1. Turn on the transmitter, then the receiver. Center the steering wheel and trim lever. Check that both rudder servos operate using the radio system. m 2.
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Section 10: Starting the Engine Note: The Zenoah® G26M carburetor is factory adjusted to deliver optimum performance. See the Zenoah Engine manual for fine-tuning adjustments and other helpful information to make your RC boating experience trouble-free. Section 11: Stopping the Engine Idle the boat near shore and press the kill switch located on the hull as shown. Priming the Engine Press the priming bulb several times until it becomes filled with fuel.
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Section 14: Cooling System Water Pump Section 15: Troubleshooting Guide Water-Cooled Cylinder Head and Exhaust Manifold Cooling Jacket The water pump is operated from crankcase pressure. Be sure that water is exiting the 2 water jackets mounted on the left side of the boat when the engine is running and the boat is in the water.
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Section 17: Maintenance The Pro Boat™ Blackjack 55 should provide many hours of exciting high-speed racing fun with just minor maintenance. Preventative maintenance is very important. Taking the time to ensure that all the set screws and bolts are tight before each operation of the boat will prevent many problems. Section 19: Flex Shaft Lubrication When refueling, always wipe away any excess fuel that may have spilled into or on the boat.
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Section 20: Operating Notes Section 21: Appendix Photo 1 Photo 4 PRB2666 PRB2679 PRB2662 PRB2658 Photo 2 Photo 5 PRB2669 Water Outlet Water Outlet PRB2670 PRB2651 PRB2676 PRB2681 PRB2667 PRB2689 PRB2673 PRB2675 PRB2672 PRB2281 PRB2674 PRB2677 Water Inlet Water Inlet Engine Pressure Line Photo 3 Photo 6 PRB2686 PRB2687 PRB2683 PRB2688 18 19
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