Pro Boat PRB08016 - Manual (Page 6)

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Boating Tips
When running your boat for the first time, we
recommend calm wind and water conditions so that you
can learn how the boat responds to your control.
Consult local laws and ordinances before choosing a
location to pilot your boat.
1. Carefully place the boat in the water.
2. Operate the boat at slow speeds near the shoreline.
Avoid objects in the water at all times. When the boat
is moving forward, ensure water flows out of the
coolant outlet.
3. Once you are comfortable operating the boat at slow
speeds, it is safe to operate the boat farther from the
shore at higher speeds.
4. When making turns, decrease the throttle to reduce
the probability of flipping the boat over.
5. Bring the boat back to shore when the motor starts
to pulse.
CAUTION: Never operate your boat in less than
12 inches (30.5 cm) of water.
CAUTION: Never attempt to retrieve a downed
boat by swimming. If you need to retrieve your
boat from the water, use fishing equipment or
another boat.
Avoid boating near:
• watercraft
• people (swimming areas, fishing areas)
• stationary objects
• waves, wakes
• rapidly moving water
• wildlife
• floating debris
• overhanging trees
• vegetation
NOTICE: If the propeller and rudder are blocked with
debris or vegetation, remove the boat from the water
and remove the debris before continuing operation.
Remove any blockage from the coolant system or the
motor and ESC (electronic speed control) may overheat.
NOTICE: When running at full speed in choppy waters,
the prop may exit and re-enter the water repeatedly and
very quickly, subjecting the propeller and drive shaft to
some stress. Frequent stress may damage the propeller
and drive shaft.
When you are Finished
Self-righting
If the boat turns over, release the throttle until the boat
comes to a stop. Return the boat to upright by applying a
short throttle burst.
The boat sitting in the water normally leans to the
battery side. Applying throttle levels the boat. No weight
adjustment is necessary.
Tip: Always remove the canopy before storage or
moisture may allow mold and mildew to grow in
the boat. Drain water from inside the hull using the drain
plug.
• Fully dry the inside and outside of the boat, including
the water cooling lines and jacket around the motor
• Remove the hatch before storing your boat
• Repair any damage or wear to the boat
• Lubricate the drive shaft using Pro Boat Marine
Grease (PRB0100)
• Make note of lessons learned from the trimming of
your boat, including water and wind conditions
Tip: The hook and loop strips in the boat retain water.
To dry them, press on them with a dry cloth.
NOTICE: When you are finished boating, never leave the
boat in direct sunlight or in a hot, enclosed area such as a
car. Doing so can damage the boat.
1. Power off the receiver.
2. Power off the transmitter.
3. Disconnect and remove the
battery from the boat. 2 3 1
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