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Global Hobby Air Buggy 151151 Operating Instructions Manual

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Thank you for purchasing the Model Boat Products Air Buggy electric boat. These Operating Instructions are
provided to help you enjoy your new Air Buggy without any of the hassles you might expect. Please read
through any and all literature that is provided with your Air Buggy. Doing so will help you become familiar with
how your Air Buggy and radio control system operates.
The MBP Air Buggy is distributed exclusively by
Global Hobby Distributors
18480 Bandilier Circle, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
All contents copyright © 2004, Global Hobby
Distributors Version V1.0 June 2004
Product Part Number: 151151
IMPORTANT
Before beginning assembly, please read and understand the warnings listed on the next page.
Failure to do so could lead to bodily harm and/or injury. The Model Boat Products Air Buggy is not intended for
those under 12 years of age, unless closely supervised by an adult.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
SPECIFICATIONS AND FEATURES:
Length: 13.75 Inches
Width: 8.25 Inches
Run-Time: 12 Minutes (Approximately)
Completely Built and Ready-to-Run
Preinstalled Solid State ESC and FM Receiver
Twin 280 Size Electric Motors with Propellers
6 Cell 900mAH NiMH Battery and 110V AC Charger
Safety Cage Keeps Fingers Out of Propellers
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  • Page 1 Run-Time: 12 Minutes (Approximately) Completely Built and Ready-to-Run Preinstalled Solid State ESC and FM Receiver All contents copyright © 2004, Global Hobby Twin 280 Size Electric Motors with Propellers Distributors Version V1.0 June 2004 6 Cell 900mAH NiMH Battery and 110V AC Charger...

  • Page 2: General Warnings

    FOR YOUR SAFETY - PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE WARNINGS! GENERAL WARNINGS BATTERY WARNINGS Under no circumstances should you operate the Air Buggy Always follow the directions provided with your battery if people are in the water nearby. Serious injury could result. charger to charge the battery.

  • Page 3: Section 1: Parts Identification

    INTRODUCTION SECTION 1: PARTS IDENTIFICATION Before beginning assembly, remove the different parts from the box and use the photos below to verify that the correct parts are included. If you're missing a part, please contact us immediately, using the contact information listed on the bottom of page # 2.

  • Page 4: Section 2: Recommended Items

    SECTION 2: RECOMMENDED ITEMS This section lists the items you will need to run and maintain your Air Buggy. As you can see, there's not much to it! 8 Pack Trinity AA Alkaline batteries for the transmitter Part # 837801 PRO TIP Your Air Buggy includes a 6 cell Nickel Metal-Hydride battery and a 4.5 hour 110V AC wall charger to charge the battery.
  • Page 5 BECOMING FAMILIAR WITH YOUR AIR BUGGY, CONTINUED..Main Hull: The main body of the Air Buggy. The hull is molded from lightweight, high-strength plastic. Electric Motor: Provides power to the Air Buggy. The Air Buggy features two powerful electric motors to reach high speeds. Antenna: Receives the signals from the transmitter.

  • Page 6: Section 4: Assembling Your Air Buggy

    SECTION 4: ASSEMBLING YOUR AIR BUGGY STEP 1: INSTALLING THE TRANSMITTER ANTENNA Push the antenna down into the molded hole in the top of the transmitter. Thread the antenna (clockwise) into place and tighten it gently until it stops. IMPORTANT Do not force the antenna into place or tighten it too strongly.
  • Page 7 STEP 3: INSTALLING THE AIR BUGGY BATTERY WARNING Before installing the battery into the Air Buggy, it's important that you verify that the on/off switch on both the transmitter and the Air Buggy are in the "OFF" position. This will ensure that the motors don't turn on by accident when you install the battery.
  • Page 8 INSTALLING THE AIR BUGGY BATTERY, CONTINUED..Set the battery into the hull and secure it into place with ® the preinstalled Velcro strips. Position the battery in the ® center of the Velcro strip and make sure that the battery wires are toward the front of the hull.

  • Page 9: Section 5: Checking The Controls

    SECTION 5: CHECKING THE CONTROLS STEP 1: SETTING UP THE TRANSMITTER Verify the position of the two trim levers. The trim lever below the right/left turn lever should be centered. The trim lever to the left of the throttle lever should be pulled all the way back.
  • Page 10 STEP 3: CHECKING THE CONTROLS You'll want to check the controls until the battery in the Air Buggy no longer has enough power to operate PRO TIP the motors. This will allow you enough time to become familiar with how the controls react to the inputs from the transmitter control sticks and it will prepare the battery for its first full recharge before use.

  • Page 11: Section 6: Charging The Air Buggy Battery

    CHECKING THE CONTROLS, CONTINUED..Continue testing the controls until the battery in the Air Buggy no longer has enough power to operate the motors. This should give you enough time to become familiar with how the Air Buggy's controls operate. Once the battery no longer has enough power to operate the motors, turn off the Air Buggy, then turn off the transmitter.

  • Page 12: Section 7: Driving Your Air Buggy

    SECTION 7: DRIVING YOUR AIR BUGGY STEP 1: RANGE TESTING THE RADIO CONTROL SYSTEM After getting out to the lake, but before you put the Air Buggy in the water, you must range test the radio control system. This will ensure that the transmitter is "talking" correctly to the Air Buggy. Turn on the transmitter, then turn on the Air Buggy.

  • Page 13: Section 9: Troubleshooting Guide

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE, CONTINUED..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. After you're done running the Air Buggy for the day, dry the outside of the Air Buggy off, using paper towels or a clean towel.
  • Page 15 If you enjoyed the fun and excitement of your MBP Air Buggy, check out these other fun and exciting MBP Boats, the OffShore Flyer and the Seamaster. Both are Ready-to-Run and feature high-quality components and are designed for fast, exciting racing fun. Both the OffShore Flyer and the Seamaster can be purchased from your local authorized MBP dealer, or by calling 1-800-854-8471.

  • Page 16: Our Guarantee

    AIR BUGGY WARRANTY SERVICE INFORMATION Before returning your Air Buggy for warranty consideration, the status of the unit must be within the guarantee as stated at the bottom of this page. Do not return your Air Buggy to the place of purchase. They are not authorized or equipped to perform warranty work on MBP products.

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