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Congratulations on the purchase of your
Pro Boat
Formula Hydro. This is a 1/8-scale
™
replica of the world famous full-scale hydro. You
are just minutes from one of the most thrilling
experiences the radio control hobby has to offer.
The Pro Boat Formula Hydro is a professionally
built, ready-to-run 1/8-scale fiberglass model of
one of the most competitive race boats on the
Unlimited Hydroplane tour. Powered by the potent
®
Zenoah
G26M engine, you will be able to race
across the water at speeds in excess of 35 mph!
It is very important that you operate this boat
responsibly. With proper care and maintenance,
Limited Warranty & Limits of Liability .................................................................................................................... 3
Additional Required Items ......................................................................................................................................... 6
Suggested Field Equipment and Supplies ................................................................................................................ 6
Contents ........................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Section 1: Building the Boat Stand ........................................................................................................................... 7
Section 2: Attaching the Turn Fin .............................................................................................................................. 7
Section 3: Removing the Canopy ............................................................................................................................. 8
Section 4: Installing the Radio System Batteries ................................................................................................... 8
Section 5: Installing the Rudder .............................................................................................................................. 10
Section 6: Propeller Balancing ................................................................................................................................. 10
Section 7: Filling the Fuel Tank ................................................................................................................................ 11
Section 8: Fuel/Oil Mixture ...................................................................................................................................... 11
Section 9: Range Check the XR3i Radio System ............................................................................................... 11
Section 10: Starting the Engine ............................................................................................................................... 12
Section 11: Initial Launch of the Formula Hydro ............................................................................................... 13
Section 12: Stopping the Engine ............................................................................................................................. 13
Section 13: Cooling System ..................................................................................................................................... 14
Section 14: Clutch ...................................................................................................................................................... 15
Section 15: Troubleshooting Guide ........................................................................................................................ 16
Section 16: Hull Care ................................................................................................................................................ 16
Section 17: Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................... 16
Section 18: Replacement Parts ............................................................................................................................... 18
Appendix ...................................................................................................................................................................... 19
Introduction
you will be able to enjoy your Formula Hydro for
many years to come.
Carefully unpack your Formula Hydro and examine
the boat and its contents. The box should contain
the Formula Hydro RTR with radio installed, a boat
stand, and the JR
missing any of these items or notice any damage,
immediately contact the place of purchase.
Read this owner's manual thoroughly. You also need
to read the included Zenoah G26M engine manual,
along with the JR XR3i pistol-grip radio system
manual.
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XR3i radio transmitter. If you are
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