ProBoat WidowMaker 22 Owner's Manual

ProBoat WidowMaker 22 Owner's Manual

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WidowMaker 22 Brushless Electric Powered Deep-V
Owners Manual

Specifications

Hull Length .................................................................................... 22 in (558mm)
Beam ........................................................................................... 6.5 in (165mm)
Motor ............................................................. Water-cooled Hi-performance 2900Kv
Radio System............................................................ Pro Boat AM 27MHz Pistol-grip
Drive System .......................................... Direct Drive with Adjustable Propeller Strut
Steering System .......................................... Offset Rudder with Built-in Water Pickup
Speed Control ............................... Water-cooled 30-Amp Brushless ESC with Reverse
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  • Page 1: Specifications

    ® WidowMaker 22 Brushless Electric Powered Deep-V Owners Manual Specifications Hull Length ..................22 in (558mm) Beam ................... 6.5 in (165mm) Motor ............. Water-cooled Hi-performance 2900Kv Radio System............Pro Boat AM 27MHz Pistol-grip Drive System .......... Direct Drive with Adjustable Propeller Strut Steering System ..........
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Introduction ® The WidowMaker 22 Brushless EP comes Thank you for purchasing the Pro Boat Ready-To-Run with the Pro Boat 27MHz AM WidowMaker 22 Brushless EP Ready-To-Run radio system and electronic speed controller boat. Please read these instructions carefully already installed. All assembly and building is before attempting to operate your boat.
  • Page 3: General Guidelines

    If at any time while operating your model enjoy your WidowMaker 22 Brushless Deep-V you sense any abnormal function, end your for many years to come. operation immediately. Do not operate your...
  • Page 4: Contents

    Contents • Assembled WidowMaker 22 Brushless EP RTR • Pro Boat radio transmitter • Boat stand Section 1: Assembling the Boat Stand Attach the side stand pieces by interlocking them into the end pieces as shown. Secure the interlocking pieces with medium CA or epoxy.
  • Page 5: Section 3: Installing The Battery Pack

    Section 3: Installing the Battery Pack Follow the instructions included with your fast Carefully remove the hatch from the hull. charger to ensure a safe charge. Attach the hook and loop material to the batteries and the battery boxes. The Pro Boat water-cooled ESC comes Install a fully charged battery pack into pre-wired with a Deans connector.
  • Page 6: Section 4: Adjusting The Transmitter

    Section 4: Adjusting the Transmitter Note: Refer to the radio instructions for Adjust the rudder trim knob so that the specific information on transmitter setup. rudder is centered prior to operation. You may adjust this control to make the boat run Adjust both the Throttle and Steering trims to straight during operation.
  • Page 7: Section 5: Checking The Radio System

    Section 5: Checking the Radio System The control arm should move toward the The ESC will beep until you give full throttle back of the boat when right input is given. input. The auto sensing circuitry will Conversely, when left input is given, the select full throttle position when you hold control arm should move toward the front of full throttle during initial setup.
  • Page 8: Section 6: Testing Your Boat In The Water

    Section 7: Handling Adjustment Operate your WidowMaker 22 Brushless EP You may also turn the dual rate dial in low to medium wake conditions to avoid down to reduce rudder travel in rough having problems with the boat overturning.
  • Page 9: Section 8: Maintenance

    Caution: It is imperative that you do not attempt to use Li-Po batteries in the WidowMaker 22 Brushless unless the cutoff switch is in the Li-Po position or serious damage to the batteries and electronics may occur.
  • Page 10: Section 10: Lubricating The Drive Shaft

    3mm propeller strut screw Leave a 1mm–2mm gap here to allow for flex shaft Note: Running the WidowMaker 22 shrinkage under Brushless EP RTR in salt water could cause load. some parts to corrode. If you run the boat in salt water, rinse it thoroughly in fresh ...
  • Page 11: Section 11: Warranty Information

    Section 11: Warranty Information Age Recommendation Damage Limits Age Recommendation: 14 years or over. This is HORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, not a toy. This product is not intended for use by INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS children without direct adult supervision. OF PROFITS OR PRODUCTION OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE Warranty Period...
  • Page 12: Inspection Or Repairs

    Section 11: Warranty Information Inspection or Repairs United States: Electronics and engines requiring inspection or If this Product needs to be inspected or repaired, repair should be shipped to the following address: please call for a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA). Pack the Product securely using a shipping Horizon Service Center carton.
  • Page 13: Section 11: Warranty Information

    (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause Product(s): Widowmaker 22 BL RTR undesired operation. Item Number(s): PRB3900 Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the...
  • Page 14: Section 12: Replacement Parts

    Section 12: Replacement Parts If you have any questions concerning the setup or running of your WidowMaker 22 Brushless EP boat, please call the Horizon Service Center toll-free at (877) 504-0233. PRB0150 1.34" x 2.06" Composite Propeller PRB3902 Hatch PRB2068...
  • Page 15: Operating Notes

    Operating Notes...
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