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AquaCraft SuperVee 27 Brushless User Manual

AquaCraft SuperVee 27 Brushless
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ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION MANUAL
Warranty
AquaCraft will warrant this kit for 90 days after the purchase date from defects in materials or
workmanship. AquaCraft will either repair or replace, at no charge, the incorrectly made part.
Make sure you save the receipt or invoice you were given when you bought your model! It is your proof
of purchase and we must see it before we can honor the warranty.
To return your SuperVee 27 for repairs covered under warranty you should send your boat to:
Hobby Services
3002 N. Apollo Drive, Suite 1
Champaign, Illinois 61822
Attn: Service Department
Phone: (217) 398-0007, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Central Time M-F
E-mail: hobbyservices@hobbico.com
AQUZ1001 for AQUB17** V1Entire Contents © Copyright 2006
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AquaCraft SuperVee 27 Brushless Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeRC Boat
Length27 inches
Width/Beam7.5 inches
Speed30+ mph
Radio System2.4GHz
Power SystemElectric
MotorWater-cooled brushless
Hull MaterialABS
Battery6-cell NiMH or 2S LiPo (not included)

Summary

Items Required for Completion & Battery Pack Recommendations

Safety Precautions

Propeller Safety

Avoid touching the propeller when the motor is operating to prevent severe injury.

Collision Risk

Be aware of collision risks with swimmers or property due to the boat's speed and mass.

Radio Interference

Check for radio interference from other R/C transmitters or electrical noise before operating.

Eye Protection

Wear safety glasses as the propeller can throw sand or gravel.

Sharp Hardware

Handle boat parts carefully as metal hardware can be sharp.

Motor Heat

Allow the brushless motor to cool after a run before touching it.

Buyer Liability

Return the kit if you do not accept liability for its use.

Specifications & Description Changes

Useful Toolbox Items

Other Useful Items to Have on Hand

Boat Terminology

Bow and Stern

Defines the front (bow) and back (stern) of the boat.

Port and Starboard

Defines the left (port) and right (starboard) sides of the boat.

Hull and Deck

Defines the main body (hull) and top (deck) of the boat.

Hatch

Defines the hatch as a removable access point to the hull interior.

Preparing Your Boat for Operation

Decal Application

Instructions for applying the provided decals to the boat.

The Boat Stand

Transmitter Assembly

Antenna Installation

Steps for removing and screwing the transmitter antenna into place.

Installing Batteries in the Hull

Powering Up the System

Arming Procedure

Procedure to arm the motor using throttle trigger and sound cues.

Motor Direction Check

How to check and reverse motor direction if needed.

Rudder Direction Check

Check and adjust rudder direction via transmitter servo settings.

Radio Range Check

Perform a system range check with transmitter antenna collapsed.

Running the SuperVee 27

Initial Operation

Gently place the boat in water at least 8" deep and free of obstacles.

Steering Trim

Adjust steering trim knob for straight running when the wheel is neutral.

Battery Level Operation

How to handle the boat if it stops with low batteries.

Bringing Boat to Shore

Procedure for bringing the boat back to shore after operation.

Shutdown Procedure

Unplug batteries, turn off boat, then transmitter.

Driving Tips

Advice on turning, cornering, and boat handling.

Tuning Your SuperVee 27

Strut Settings

Adjusting strut angle for speed, stability, and handling.

Rudder Angle

Tilting the rudder to adjust transom height in corners.

Propeller Choices

Trim Plates

Maintenance

Radio Box Maintenance

Wipe away water from the radio box and allow to dry.

Hull Maintenance

Clean the exterior of the hull with household cleaners and cotton towels.

Motor and Drive System Maintenance

Grease the drive cable, clean and dry components.

Modifying Battery Packs to Deans Ultra Connectors

Connector Identification

Identify positive (+) and negative (-) symbols on Deans Ultra connectors.

Soldering Procedure

Steps for stripping wires, pre-tinning, and soldering to connector tabs.

Racing

Race Setup Considerations

Adjust boat characteristics for racing conditions and rough water.

Wake Handling

Advice on avoiding boat wakes to maintain balance and avoid flipping.

Cornering Strategy

Tips for navigating corners, holding lanes, and gaining positions.

Race Preparation

Ensure linkages, fasteners, prop, and radio are in order for racing.

National Model Boating Organizations

Racecourse Setup Suggestions

Marker Buoys

Instructions for creating simple marker buoys using milk jugs.

Oval Racecourse

Sketch and dimensions for setting up an oval racecourse.

Drag Racing Course

Sketch and dimensions for setting up a drag racing course.

Valuable Running Tips

Stalled or Capsized Boat Retrieval

Do not swim after a stalled boat; wait for currents or use a retrieval tool.

Wildlife Protection

Never threaten wildlife with R/C vehicles to avoid bans.

Water-Cooling System Check

Ensure water-cooling tubes are connected and unblocked before running.

Screw Fastening Check

Verify all screws are securely fastened.

Windy Conditions

Windy conditions cause rough water, affecting performance and increasing capsizing risk.

Motor Cooling

Allow the motor to cool for a few minutes after running.

Hull Interior Drying

Dry the hull interior after every run and store with covers removed.

Important: Water Damage Protocol

Helpful Tip: Retrieval

Ordering Replacement Parts

Charger Recommendations

DuraTrax Piranha DC Peak Charger

Compact charger for 6-7 cell NiCd/NiMH packs, 4A rate, Delta peak detection.

DuraTrax IntelliPeak ICE Charger

Competition charger for NiCd, NiMH, Li-Ion/LiPo packs with adjustable rates.

Battery Pack Recommendation

Duratrax 7.2V 3800mAh NiMH Pack

High-capacity stick pack with 12-gauge wire and Deans Ultra Plug.

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