Protocol Nauticus 6182-3R Instruction Manual page 2

SAFETY, CARE, AND MAINTENANCE
• DO NOT use near swimmers.
• Avoid using your speedboat in strong winds, currents or large waves.
• DO NOT use outdoors during electrical storms.
• NOT intended for use by anyone under 14 years of age.
• If speedboat travels outside the range of the remote, hold the remote higher to reestablish
contact or move closer to speedboat if safe and possible.
• DO NOT enter water without taking all safety precautions.
• Do not run your speedboat aground. Doing so may damage it.
• Avoid using your speedboat near swimmers, weeds or other water debris.
• Return speedboat to shore any time you observe it slowing down or losing power.
• DO NOT leave speedboat in water when not in use.
• If running in salt water, please clean the speedboat after use.
• Avoid using in extreme temperatures.
• Never drop or throw your speedboat.
• Wipe speedboat with dry towel after use. Do not use chemical cleaners.
• Always keep fingers and toes clear of moving parts.
INSTALLATION OF SPEEDBOAT BUMPER
Your Protocol RC Speedboat comes with a protective bumper that attaches to the bow. This
can prevent damage should the speedboat run aground or strike any solid object during use.
The bumper simply snaps onto the bow with gentle pressure. Pull to remove. (see illustration)
Flipping the speedboat
• If the speedboat capsizes, push the trigger on the remote control back and forth until the boat
rights itself. (see illustration)
Fine tuning left
• If your speedboat automatically turns left instead of traveling in a straight line, slowly rotate the
fine tuning knob right to correct. (see illustration)
Fine tuning right
• If your speedboat automatically turns right instead of traveling in a straight line, slowly rotate
the fine tuning knob left to correct. (see illustration)
BETWEEN USES
1. Remove speedboat from water, open battery compartment and remove all batteries. Drain
any water from inside the speedboat. Store speedboat with battery compartment open to
allow it to dry completely. Store speedboat in dry place away from sun and oily chemicals to
protect finish.
2. Remove batteries from remote control between uses.
OPERATING THE SPEEDBOAT
Your Protocol RC Speedboat is nimble and highly responsive. Follow the tips below to increase
your enjoyment:
• Push the trigger on the remote control forward to move the speedboat forward. (see illustration)
• Pull the trigger on the remote control backward to move the speedboat backward.
(see illustration)
• Pull the trigger on the remote control backward and twist the direction knob left to turn the
speedboat to the left. (see illustration)
• Push the trigger on the remote control forward and twist the direction knob right to turn
the speedboat to the right. (see illustration)