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- Page 1 Zig Zag Racer manual 5/7/02 2:18 PM Page 24 ©2002 Horizon Hobby, Inc. HobbyZone products are exclusively distributed by Horizon Hobby, Inc. 4105 Fieldstone Road, Champaign, IL 61822 www.horizonhobby.com 4548...
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Page 2: Instruction Manual
Zig Zag Racer manual 5/7/02 2:18 PM Page 1 Instruction Manual... -
Page 3: Get Ready
Zig Zag Racer manual 5/7/02 2:18 PM Page 2 Get ready BLAST to have a with your ZIG ZAG RACER ™ —the high-performance, highly maneuverable, self-righting speedboat from HobbyZone. You'll have hours of fun zipping across the water, racing with friends and playing Zig Zag Water Soccer. -
Page 4: Step 1. Battery Charging
Zig Zag Racer manual 5/7/02 2:18 PM Page 3 STEP 1. Battery Charging NOTE: For best battery performance, deplete each charge before recharging.To do this, run your boat as indicated in Step 8, then put the boat on the boat stand or hold it carefully to keep your body and clothing clear of the prop. - Page 5 Zig Zag Racer manual 5/7/02 2:18 PM Page 4 STEP 2. Transmitter Needed for STEP 2 8 “AA” Alkaline Batteries (not included) • Remove transmitter back cover by pushing down with thumbs, as indicated by the arrows. • Install batteries. Use fresh 1.5V “AA”...
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Page 6: Step 3. Install Battery
Zig Zag Racer manual 5/7/02 2:18 PM Page 5 STEP 3. Install Battery IMPORTANT – For the next 3 steps, the transmitter must be turned on and your Zig Zag boat placed on the included stand. • Lift canopy slightly and turn sideways to uncover battery compartment. -
Page 7: Step 4. Rudder Test
Zig Zag Racer manual 5/7/02 2:18 PM Page 6 STEP 4. Rudder Test Bottom of Boat Bottom of Boat • Move the rudder stick (right stick on transmitter) side to side. The rudder should move as shown in the drawings. -
Page 8: Step 5. Motor Test
Zig Zag Racer manual 5/7/02 2:18 PM Page 7 STEP 5. Motor Test CAUTION: Keep everything clear of the propeller. A moving propeller can cause injury. • The small lever next to the throttle Throttle Stick stick (left stick on transmitter) is called a throttle trim lever. -
Page 9: Step 6. Range Test
Zig Zag Racer manual 5/7/02 2:18 PM Page 8 STEP 6. Range Test You'll need two people to do the range test: one to • As one person holds the transmitter, the other hold the transmitter and the other to hold the boat. -
Page 10: Step 7. Choosing Your Location
Zig Zag Racer manual 5/7/02 2:18 PM Page 9 STEP 7. Choosing your location CAUTION: Parents, do not allow young children to go the lake or pool unsuper- vised. Be safe and stay away from steep Do not operate your boat near grades near shorelines where you or those moss, grass, weeds, brush, etc. - Page 11 Left Turn Right Turn frequency. Your frequency is marked on the back of your transmitter and under the boat canopy. • To launch your Zig Zag Racer , turn transmitter ™ on, install charged battery and place and release the boat in the water.
- Page 12 Zig Zag Racer manual 5/7/02 2:18 PM Page 11 STEP 8. Launching and Running continued • Your Zig Zag Racer has no reverse. Be sure to CAUTION ™ plan ahead while driving so you don’t get your • Do not run your boat into hard objects or boat stuck in a dead end.
- Page 13 STEP 9. Trimming the Rudder Control • After launching your boat, check to see that it is running straight. • If your Zig Zag Racer always turns to the right ™ when rudder stick is at neutral (centered), move the trim lever below the stick to the left until it drives straight.
- Page 14 Page 13 RACING AND GAMES WITH THE ZIG ZAG RACER ™ The Zig Zag Racer is available on six different frequencies (channels). This means that up to six people can race at the same time. Racecourse Set-Up • To mark the course, use two or three buoys set You can use the orange buoys that come with your Zig Zag Racer to set up a racecourse.
- Page 15 Zig Zag Racer manual 5/7/02 2:18 PM Page 14 Racing • After you've set up your course, drivers launch ready for the starter's "Go!" Another way to start their boats and then stand in a line on the shore is for each driver to hold his or her boat at water’s a minimum of 6 feet apart.
- Page 16 Zig Zag Racer manual 5/7/02 2:18 PM Page 15 Zig Zag Water Soccer Set-Up When you can consistently maneuver your Zig Zag Racer at both low and high speeds, you can add to ™ your racing fun by playing Zig Zag Water Soccer.
- Page 17 Zig Zag Racer manual 5/7/02 2:18 PM Page 16 Playing Zig Zag Water Soccer Goal line marker buoy Zig Zag Water Soccer can be played with one, two, or three players on each team with each boat on a different frequency.
- Page 18 • Attach bumper to front of boat using the three screws provided. Secure the screws but do not over tighten. • Re-launch your Zig Zag Racer and steer it to catch a ™ buoy in the bumper.
- Page 19 Page 18 Maintaining the Zig Zag Racer ™ • The Zig Zag Racer is designed to be self-righting if • The rudder shaft can be damaged if you run over it is tipped over during racing or while playing an object, another boat or hit the shore. Be careful water soccer, as long as the canopy is fitted properly when bending it back into position.
- Page 20 Zig Zag Racer manual 5/7/02 2:18 PM Page 19 Propeller/Shaft Replacement If you damage the propeller, you may need to 8. Use a pair of pliers and strong force to pry gray purchase a replacement propeller/shaft (see page 23 plastic cap off of the end of the propeller shaft.
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Page 21: Troubleshooting Guide
Zig Zag Racer manual 5/7/02 2:18 PM Page 20 Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Unit doesn’t operate 1. Transmitter “AA” batteries are depleted or 1. Check that the batteries are installed as per installed incorrectly. the illustration inside the transmitter back (see page 4). -
Page 22: Troubleshooting Guide Continued
Zig Zag Racer manual 5/7/02 2:18 PM Page 21 Troubleshooting Guide continued PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION The boat goes much 1. The battery isn’t charged. 1. Fully charge the battery per the instructions slower than normal (see page 3). 2. Weeds, moss, or trash may be caught on the 2. -
Page 23: Warnings And Safety
Page 22 Warnings and Safety 1. Read and follow this manual completely, observing all Zig Zag Racer until the propeller stops. This will help prevent instructions, Warnings, Importants, Watch Outs!, and safety overcharging. While charging, place the battery on a heat- directions;... -
Page 24: Replacement Parts
1. Make sure the battery is unplugged Center accepts VISA or Mastercard, from the Zig Zag Racer. Please pack the or you can pay cash in advance with Mail your Zig Zag Racer to: complete Zig Zag Racer (all components) a cashier's check or money order.