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Formula FASTech 26 Nitro
Length ......................................................................................26.75 in (679mm)
Beam ........................................................................................8.375 in (213mm)
Engine ................................................... Water-Cooled Marine Nitro with Tiger Drive
Radio System...................................................... Pro Boat 27MHz AM Radio System
Formula, FASTech and Solar Reactor trim scheme are trademarks of Formula/Thunderbird Products.
Used under license by Horizon Hobby, Inc.
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Owner's Manual
Specifications
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Summary of Contents for Pro Boat Formula FASTech 26 Nitro
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Page 1: Specifications
Length ..................26.75 in (679mm) Beam ..................8.375 in (213mm) Engine ........... Water-Cooled Marine Nitro with Tiger Drive Radio System............Pro Boat 27MHz AM Radio System Formula, FASTech and Solar Reactor trim scheme are trademarks of Formula/Thunderbird Products. Used under license by Horizon Hobby, Inc. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Adjusting the Transmitter ..................7 Checking the Radio System ................7–8 Handling Adjustment .................... 9 Range Checking the Pro Boat Radio System ............10 Filling the Fuel Tank .................... 10 Starting the Nitro Engine ................11–12 Testing Your Boat in the Water ................13 Maintenance .................... -
Page 3: General Guidelines
General Guidelines It is important that you read and follow When operating the boat, stay clear of this instruction manual, along with the Pro people, full-scale boats, stationary objects Boat radio system manual and the Nitro and wildlife. It is preferable to operate the engine manual, before you run this exciting Formula FASTech in low wake, low wind boat. -
Page 4: Suggested Field Equipment And Supplies
Suggested Field Equipment and Supplies In addition to the items needed to run the Formula FASTech, we recommend that you carry the following in your field box: • Engine Tuning Screwdriver (DYN2775) • Adjustable wrench (small) • Replacement Glow Plugs • 10mm wrench (2) (DYN2508 or DYN2500) • Extra propellers • Hex driver/Allen wrench (1.5mm and • Threadlocking compound 2.5mm) -
Page 5: Installing The Receiver And Transmitter Batteries
Installing the Receiver and Transmitter Batteries Receiver Batteries 3. Remove the dry cell battery holder from the radio box. Install four AA alkaline batteries as shown with respect to polarity. 1. Lift the cockpit from the hull from the rear. It is held in position using magnets so there will be a little resistance when lifting upward. -
Page 6: Installing The Receiver And Transmitter Batteries
Installing the Receiver and Transmitter Batteries 5. Place the radio box cover back onto the 3. Install the AA batteries into the radio box. Make sure it snaps tighly onto transmitter. Be aware of the proper the radio box to ensure a water-tight seal. polarity when inserting the batteries. -
Page 7: Adjusting The Transmitter
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 8: Checking The Radio System
Checking the Radio System The rudder control arm should move toward the front of the boat when right input is given. Conversely, when left input is given, the control arm should move toward the back of the boat. Right Turn Right Turn... -
Page 9: Handling Adjustment
Handling Adjustment Operate your Formula FASTech in low to You may also turn the dual rate dial down medium wake conditions to avoid having to reduce rudder travel in rough water problems with the boat overturning. If conditions or for inexperienced boaters. the conditions are questionable, adjust the prop strut up a bit (which makes the propeller point more downward) to reduce... -
Page 10: Range Checking The Pro Boat Radio System
Range Checking the Pro Boat Radio System Before the first run of the Formula FASTech, If everything appears to be operating range check the radio for proper operation correctly, raise the antenna and start the and ensure proper control movement of the engine (refer to Section 5 of this manual and rudder and throttle. -
Page 11: Starting The Nitro Engine
Starting the Nitro Engine Water-Cooled Engine Hand-Held Starter Because the Nitro engine is water-cooled, 1. Fully charge a 7.2V sub-C battery pack and make sure that you do not run the engine install it in the starter as shown. for an extended amount of time outside of the water. -
Page 12: Starting The Nitro Engine
Starting the Nitro Engine 3. Turn on your radio system and attach a Breaking In Your Engine fully charged glow igniter (DYN1925) to the glow plug. Insert the starting wand During break-in, the low-speed needle should into the Tiger Drive and actuate the be slightly rich and the high-speed needle starting switch until the engine begins to should be very rich. -
Page 13: Testing Your Boat In The Water
Testing Your Boat in the Water Make sure the radio is "ON". Test the radio Once you feel comfortable with the control of system for proper operation and then your boat, it is safe to go further away from carefully place the boat in the water. Pilot the shoreline and at faster speeds. -
Page 14: Maintenance
Maintenance 2. Loosen and remove the 1.5mm setscrew 4. Carefully pull the ferrule away from the that holds the propeller shaft. Remove the stuffing tube. You will need to pull at an propeller and shaft from the aluminum strut. angle to clear the aluminum strut. 5. -
Page 15: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Guide Problem Possible Solution Engine will not start Check needles and make changes back to factory settings if necessary Improper needle setting Out of fuel Improper fuel Improper glow plug Glow igniter not charged Dead glow plug Flooded engine Engine starts, then dies Pressure line blocked or unhooked Reset needles to baseline setting... -
Page 16: Formula Fastech Nitro Replacement Parts
Formula FASTech Nitro Replacement Parts In the event that you need to purchase replacement parts for your engine or the Formula FASTech, please see your local hobby store. You can also purchase them from Horizon Hobby by calling 1-800-338-4639 or shop online @ www.horizonhobby.com Part Number Description PRB2210 ..............Manifold Pressure Fitting... -
Page 17: Parts Identification
Parts Identification Exhaust Antenna Tube Water Manifold Cooling Line Cockpit Hatch Tuned Pipe Main Hull Starter 2.5mm Boat Stand Manifold Bolts Water Cooling Line Rudder Boot Rudder Turn Fin Propeller Turn Fin Propeller Glow Plug Carburetor Rudder Flex Shaft Fuel Tank Flywheel Propeller Water Cooled... -
Page 18: Warranty Information
Warranty Information Warranty Period If you as the Purchaser or user are not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of Horizon Hobby, Inc., (Horizon) warranties that the this Product, you are advised to return this Product Products purchased (the “Product”) will be free from immediately in new and unused condition to the place of defects in materials and workmanship at the date of purchase. -
Page 19: Warranty Information
Warranty Information Warranty Inspection and Repairs Safety, Precautions, and Warnings To receive warranty service, you must include your As the user of this product, you are solely responsible original sales receipt verifying the proof-of-purchase for operating it in a manner that does not endanger date. - Page 20 ® © 2008 Horizon Hobby, Inc. 4105 Fieldstone Road Champaign, Illinois 61822 (877) 504-0233 www.horizonhobby.com www.proboatmodels.com Printed in China 12832...
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