Pro Boat PRB2850 User Manual
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Congratulations on the purchase of your
Pro Boat
™
Blackjack 55 catamaran. You are just
minutes from one of the most thrilling experiences
the radio control hobby has to offer.
The Pro Boat Blackjack 55 is a professionally built,
ready-to-run, catamaran, fiberglass composite
model. Powered by the potent Zenoah
®
G26M
engine, you will be able to race across the water at
speeds in excess of 35 mph!
Introduction .................................................................................................................................................................. 2
Table of Contents ........................................................................................................................................................ 2
General Guidelines ...................................................................................................................................................... 3
Limited Warranty Period ............................................................................................................................................ 3
Limited Warranty and Limits of Liability ................................................................................................................ 4
Additional Required Items ......................................................................................................................................... 6
Suggested Field Equipment and Supplies ................................................................................................................ 6
Contents ........................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Section 1: Building the Boat Stand ........................................................................................................................... 7
Section 2: Removing the Canopy ............................................................................................................................. 7
Section 3: Installing the Radio System Batteries ................................................................................................... 8
Section 4: Installing the Wing .................................................................................................................................... 9
Section 5: Installing the Rudder Stabilizer .............................................................................................................. 9
Section 6: Installing the Rudders ............................................................................................................................10
Section 7: Propeller Balancing .................................................................................................................................10
Section 8: Fueling the Tank .......................................................................................................................................11
Section 9: Range Checking the JR XR3i Radio System .....................................................................................11
Section 10: Starting the Engine ...............................................................................................................................12
Section 11: Stopping the Engine .............................................................................................................................13
Section 12: Handling Adjustments ..........................................................................................................................13
Section 13: Clutch ......................................................................................................................................................13
Section 14: Cooling System .....................................................................................................................................14
Section 15: Troubleshooting Guide ........................................................................................................................15
Section 16: Hull Care ................................................................................................................................................15
Section 17: Maintenance ...........................................................................................................................................16
Section 18: Blackjack 55 Replacement Parts .......................................................................................................16
Section 19: Flex Shaft Lubrication ..........................................................................................................................17
Section 20: Operating Notes ..................................................................................................................................18
Section 21: Appendix .................................................................................................................................................19
Exclusive Warranty- Horizon Hobby, Inc., (Horizon) warranties that the Products purchased (the "Product")
will be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the date of purchase by the original Purchaser.
It is important that you read and follow this
instruction manual, along with the radio system
manual and the engine manual, before you run this
exciting boat. Failure to read and understand the
manual could result in personal injury, property
damage or permanent damage to your boat. It is
also important to run your boat responsibly. With
proper care and maintenance, you will be able to
proudly enjoy your Blackjack 55 for many years
to come.
When operating the boat, stay clear of people,
full-scale boats, stationary objects and wildlife. It is
preferable to operate the Blackjack 55 in low wake,
low wind conditions and in areas free of people,
wildlife and objects.
Before you operate your model, make sure that
your frequency is clear. If someone is operating on
the same frequency, both models could go out of
control, possibly causing damage to the models or
to others. Check all of the hardware, manifold, pipe
and propeller for security before and after each run.
If at any time while operating your model you
sense any abnormal function, end your operation
immediately. Do not operate your boat again until
you are certain the problem has been corrected.
Always stay clear of the propeller.
Read this owner’s manual thoroughly. You also need
to read the included Zenoah G26 engine manual,
along with the JR
®
XR3i radio system manual.
Carefully unpack your Blackjack 55 and examine
the boat and its contents. The box should contain
the Blackjack 55 RTR with radio installed, a boat
stand, and the JR XR3i radio transmitter. If you are
missing any of these items or notice any damage,
immediately contact the place of purchase.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Limited Warranty Period
General Guidelines