Carrera RC Profi RC Speedray Assembly And Operating Instructions Manual page 2

Dear customer
Congratulations on purchasing a Carrera RC model boat, manufactured in accordance with the latest technol-
ogy. As it is our constant endeavour to develop and improve our products, we reserve the right to make
modifications, either of a technical nature or with respect to features, materials, and design, at any time, and
without prior notice. For this reason, no claims will be accepted for any slight deviations in your product from
the data and illustrations contained in these instructions. These operating and assembly instructions are an
integral part of the product. Important! Please read this manual carefully and keep these instructions for future
reference and in the event that the product is passed on to a thrid party.
For the latest version of these operating instructions and information on replacement and spare parts
avail able, please visit carrera-rc.com in the service area.
Declaration of conformity
Carrera Toys GmbH hereby declares that this model including the controller conforms with the fundamental
requirements of the following EC directives: EC Directives 2001/95/EC and the other relevant regulations of
Directive 2014/53/EU (RED).
The original declaration of conformity can be requested from carrera-rc.com.
Maximum radio-frequency power transmitted <10 dBm · Frequency range: 2400 – 2483.5 MHz
Warning!
This remote-controlled model is NOT A PLAYTHING and is only suitable for young people over 14 years of age.
This model is not intended for use by children, unless they are supervised by a responsible adult. Inappropriate
use may result in severe injuries and/or damage to property. It has to be operated with care and caution and
requires both mechanical and mental skills. The operating instructions contain notes on safety and technical
regulations as well as information on maintaining and operating the product. It is indispensable to read these
instructions thoroughly before the first usage. Only this helps to avoid accidents with injuries and damage.
This symbol, showing refuse bins with a cross through them, denotes that empty
batteries, rechargeable batteries, button cells, rechargeable battery packs, equipment
batteries, disused electrical equipment, etc. should not be disposed of in domestic
refuse, as they are harmful to the environment and health. Do not mix dissimilar bat-
tery types or employ new and used batteries together. Rechargeable batteries are
only to be charged by adults. Empty batteries should be removed from the product. Do not recharge non-
recharge able batteries due to risk of explosion. Never use damaged batteries. Remove batteries if consumed or
if product is to be left unused for a long time. Always replace the whole set of batteries at one time, taking care
not to mix old and new ones, or batteries of different types.
Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from the toy before being charged. Batteries are to be inserted with
the correct polarity. Supply terminals are not to be short circuited.
The appliance is only to be used with the power supply unit provided with the appliance. The use of a different
power supply unit may lead to the permanent damage of the battery and neighbouring parts, as well as
physical injury! WARNING: For the purposes of recharging the battery, only use the detachable supply
unit provided with this toy.
Battery chargers used with the toy are to be regularly examined for damage to
the cord, plug, enclosure and other parts, and in the event of such damage, they must not be used until the
damage has been repaired. The toy is only to be connected to Class II equipment bearing the following
symbol.
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FCC statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user's authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful in-
terference in a residential installation. This product generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
the product does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures :
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.a
• Increase the separation between the product and receiver.
• Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
IC statement
The device contain license-exempt transmitter(s)/ receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Eco-
nomic Development Canada's licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. The device must not cause interference;
2. The device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Safety instructions
A Carrera RC boat is a remote controlled model boat that uses special rechargeable batteries for
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this purpose.
Only original Carrera RC LiFePO rechargeable batteries may be used. Rechargeable batteries are
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to be removed from the boat before being charged.
Please be aware that for safety reasons the propellers rotate slowly when out of the water
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and that the boat is only fully functional when in the water.
When starting, always switch on the boat first, screw the cover closed and then place it in the
water, before switching on the controller.
To switch off after the run, always follow the reverse order!
Do not run your boat during a thunderstorm! Atmospheric interference can lead to malfunctions.
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Do not expose the Carrera RC boat to direct sunlight. To avoid the electronics in the boat overheat-
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ing, when temperatures are above 35 °C, regular short pauses in operation are essential
Never use strong solvents for cleaning your model.
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Please clean the water sensor contacts regularly with tap water and a little vinegar-based cleaner.
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To avoid malfunctions to the control system resulting in uncontrolled operation of the Carrera RC
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boat, check that the controller batteries and the rechargeable batteries in the boat have sufficient
charge. Supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.
The Carrera RC boat must be inspected before and after operation, each time it is used, to ensure
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that it has not become disassembled. Any screws or nuts that may have become loosened during
operation must be tightened.
Do not take hold of your model at the stern. The boat's propeller may unexpectedly start to rotate.
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Only take hold of your boat at the bow or at the sides and never touch the controller when doing this.
Safety propeller
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Please be aware that for safety reasons the propellers rotate slowly when out of the water
and that the boat is only fully functional when in the water.
The boat is to be operated in water only when fully assembled.
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in salt water!
Please ensure your remote control batteries have the required capacity and make sure the LiFePO
power pack is fully charged.
Be sure not to allow the propeller or the rudder to touch the bed of the water.
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If this is allowed to happen it may lead to permanent damage and severely affect the manoeuvrabil-
ity and speed of the boat.
If necessary, change the propeller for the replacement propeller.
Contents of package
1 x Carrera RC Boat
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1 x Controller
1 x Presentation & stocking stands
1 x USB charger cable
1 x Rechargeable Battery
1 x Set of batteries (non-rechargeable)
Charging the rechargeable battery via computer
Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from the toy before being charged. Take care only to charge
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the LiFePO battery supplied with the LiFePO
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attempt to recharge the battery with any other LiFePO
result in serious damage. Please carefully read the previous chapter with warnings and guidelines on
the usage of rechargeable batteries before proceeding.
the respective USB charger cable from a computer USB port (USB 3.0) or a USB power supply unit with at
least 1A output voltage:
• Connect the USB charger cable with the USB port of a computer
cable lights green and indicates that the charger is correctly connected to the computer. If you plug in a
model that has an empty battery, the LED on the USB charging cable no longer lights up, and shows that
the battery is being recharged. The USB charging cable and the charging socket on the model are de-
signed to make incorrect connection impossible.
• It lasts about 80 minutes to recharge a discharged (NOT a deep-discharged) battery. When the battery
is fully charged, the LED display on the USB charger cable lights green again.
Note: when delivered, the LiFePO rechargeable battery contained is already part-charged, so the
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first charging operation will not last so long.
Always recharge the battery after use to prevent its becoming deep discharged. After use, the battery
must be allowed to cool down for at least 20 minutes before it can be fully recharged. Recharge the
battery occasionally (suggested every 2–3 months). Supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.
Failure to treat the battery as described above can lead to its becoming defective. Never leave the
battery unattended while it is being charged.
Installing the rechargeable battery
Remove the lid from the battery compartment.
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Put the battery in place.
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Inserting the batteries
Open the battery compartment with a screwdriver. Press the release button and take the battery com-
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partment out of the controller. Please keep in mind the correct polarity. Different types of batteries or new
and used batteries are not to be mixed. Push the battery compartment back into the controller until it latches
in place. If necessary, screw the battery compartment in place with a screwdriver.
Now you can drive the boat
The Carrera RC boat and the controller are bonded at the factory.
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1. Connect the plug-in connection at the model and switch on the model at the ON/OFF switch.
Close the lid of the battery compartment.
2. Switch on the controller. The LED on top of the controller will flash rhythmically.
3. After a few seconds, the LED on the controller lights continuously. Meaning the bind has been
made.
4. The steering wheel can be used to navigate the rudder of the boat to the left/right. Use the throttle to
make the boat propeller turn slowly.
Please be aware that for safety reasons the propellers rotate slowly when out of the water
and that the boat is only fully functional when in the water.
Place the boat in the water.
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Let's practise!
Caution: this boat can reach speeds up to 25 km/h.
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When first starting, be very careful when operating the gas pedal. Practice running slowly for at least
two to three full charges of the battery before you start practising faster manoeuvres.
• Before launching from the bank, make sure the boat and the controller are connected (see
above)
• Avoid constant motor operation.
• Bring the boat back to the bank after about 7 minutes to change the battery
• After use, remove or disconnect the battery.
• Never run more than 2 batteries down one after the other. After running down two fully-charged
batteries, a pause in running for at least 20 minutes is essential.
• After sailing it, clean the Carrera RC boat carefully
• Always recharge the battery immediately after use to prevent its becoming deep discharged.
• Always keep the Carrera RC battery stored outside the boat.
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This boat is unsuitable for sailing
charging unit (USB charger cable) also supplied. If you
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battery charger or any other type of charger, this may
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You can recharge the rechargeable battery with
. The LED on the USB charger
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