Battery Pack Installation; Control Check - ProBoat Zelos Twin Owner's Manual

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Battery Pack Installation

Batteries can be installed in this boat using either a
2-battery or 4-battery configuration. 2S 7.4V or 3S 11.1V
LiPo batteries can be used, but all batteries used in
a configuration must be of the same voltage and in
roughly the same condition. If you are using a 2-battery
configuration, use the included battery adapter to connect
two (2) batteries in series, then connect the battery series
to the both ESCs in parallel. If you are using a 4-battery
configuration, DO NOT USE THE INCLUDED ADAPTER.
Instead, use two (2) 10 AWG EC5™ Battery Series
Harnesses (DYNC0028 – NOT INCLUDED) to create two (2)
sets of two (2) batteries connected in series, then connect
each series directly into the ESCs.
Do not supply more than 6S to either ESC.
1. Loosen the 4 screws located at each corner of the canopy.
2. Remove the canopy from the hull starting with the 2 rear
screws. Enure that the 4 screws have disengaged from
their bases before lifting the canopy carefully.
3. Install the batteries in the battery trays.
Tip: To prevent the batteries from sliding forward or
back in the tray, we recommend installing either the
included padding or hook and loop tape (DYNK0300) to
secure the batteries to the trays.
4. Connect the battery packs to each of the adapters, or to
each ESC's EC5™ connector.
Tip: Move the pack forward or back to
adjust the center of gravity for your boat.
Move the pack toward the bow so the
bow rides lower in the water. Move the
pack away from the bow so that the bow
rides higher in the water.

Control Check

IMPORTANT: Perform a control check at the beginning of
each boating session, after repair or after installation of new
batteries.
Ensure the receiver antenna is extended properly and all
batteries are fully charged.
1. Power ON the transmitter and the boat. Do not
install the boat canopy.
2. Place the boat securely on the boat stand.
NOTICE: Do not operate the motor without water
cooling circulation or damage may result.
3. Check steering and throttle on the transmitter.
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WARNING: The included adapter should ONLY be
used for 2-battery configurations. Using the included
adapter in a 4-battery configuration will damage the
ESCs and may result in fire or personal injury.
Positioning the Battery Packs
• Toward the Bow: In rough water or strong wind
conditions, place the battery packs at the front of the
battery trays to ensure the greatest stability.
• Centered: Smooth water and calm winds may allow you
to move the battery packs rear-ward in the hull to allow
the bow to ride higher and increase speed. Be aware
that positioning the batteries farther aft increases the
likelihood of the boat blowing over at speed or becoming
unstable.
• Toward the Stern: Positioning the batteries all the way
back in their trays may provide higher top speeds but
can cause instability. Experiment with this position only
in very calm conditions while closely monitoring the
hull's attitude as you increase speed.
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