AquaCraft Cajun Commander User manual

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WARNING Never attempt to swim after a stalled R/C boat.
Never operate your R/C boat while standing in the water.
Never operate your R/C boat in the presence of swimmers.
Always use a Personal Flotation Device (PFD) when boarding and operating your
retrieval craft, i.e. Jon boat or duck boat. NOTE: Because of the sharp running
hardware included with this R/C boat, we do not recommend a rubber blow up raft.
R/C boat running hardware is very sharp. Be very careful when working on and around
the metal parts.
While the motor is running, pay close attention to the propeller. Do not come in contact
with the propeller at any time the engine is running or serious injury will result.
AquaCraft products are to be used by ages 14 and over.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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THANK YOU FROM AQUACRAFT
Thank you for purchasing the AquaCraft Cajun Commander!
We want the time you spend with your new RC boat to be
fun and successful so please fully read the manual. If for any
reason you think this RC model is not for you, return it to your
local hobby dealer immediately. Your hobby dealer cannot
accept returns on any model after final assembly or after your
boat has been operated.
ITEMS NEED TO COMPLETE YOUR MODEL
Battery - One Great Planes ElectriFly LiPo 3S 11.1V
3200mAh 25C (GPMP0871)
Charger - One Duratrax Onyx 225 AC/DC Advanced
Charger (DTXP4225)
AA Batteries - Two Packs of Duratrax Onyx AA
Alkaline Battery (4 per) (DTXP4704)
WARRANTY
AquaCraft will warrant your Cajun Commander for 90 days
after the purchase from defects in materials or workmanship of
original manufacture. AquaCraft, at their option, will repair or
replace at no charge, the incorrectly made part. This warranty
does not cover damage caused by crash, abuse, misuse,
alteration or accident. To return your boat for service you need
to provide proof of purchase. Your store receipt or product
invoice will suffice. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE PURCHASER
BE ENTITLED TO ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER RESULTING
FROM THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THE
PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also
have other rights, which vary from state to state.
For fastest service if you live outside the USA and Canada,
please contact your local importer for warranty support. Go
to the AquaCraft website, where to buy, international dealers
to learn more.
http://aquacraftmodels.com/aqudist.html
For US and Canada customers contact:
Hobby Services Ph: [phone]
3002 N. Apollo Drive, Suite 1 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Champaign, Illinois 61822 Central Time M-F
Attn: Service Department
E-mail: [e-mail]
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Never ever attempt to swim after a stalled RC boat. DO NOT
get in the water for any reason to retrieve your boat. Your
Cajun Commander has flotation added to the interior of the
hull and will not sink. To aid you in retrieving a stalled RC
boat you can use a fishing reel with a tennis ball tied to the
end of the line. Or better yet get yourself a small Jon boat so
you can row out and pick up your boat. Remember to use a
PFD any time you enter your retrieval craft.
AquaCraft products are to be used by ages 14 and over.
Do not touch the propeller anytime the motor is running.
Pay equally close attention to items such as loose clothing,
shirtsleeves, ties, scarves, long hair or anything that may
become entangled in the spinning prop. If your fingers, hands,
etc. come in contact with the spinning propeller, you may be
severely injured.
The speed and mass of this boat can inflict property damage
and severe personal injury if a collision occurs. Never run this
boat in the presence of swimmers or where the possibility of
collision with people or property exists.
This boat is controlled by radio signals, which are susceptible
to possible interference from other sources, or electrical noise.
FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
Pre-printed camouflage ABS hull and deck
Pre-painted steel prop guard
Molded dual air rudders
LED lighting system
Scale details including seating and V8 engine
Able to operate across dry grass and water
Speeds over 20 mph
1800 KV brushless out-runner motor
3 blade 9X7 FRP propeller
50 amp motor controller with STAR connector
Tactic 2.4GHz radio system
Operates on a single 3S LiPo
SPECIFICATIONS
Length: 27.5" (69.85 cm)
Width: 14.5" (36.83 cm)
Height: 12.5" (31.75 cm)
Weight: 74 oz (2.1 kg)
RTR weight: 86 oz (2.43 kg) (approx.) depending
on battery used
Speed: 20+ MPH (32 kph)
RADIO
Tactic TTX300 Transmitter
Tactic TTR325 Receiver
Tactic TSX102 Servo
POWER SYSTEM
1800 kv Brushless out runner motor w/4mm motor plugs
Details
KV rating: 1800 kv
Operate current: 3.8 A (without loading, 8V/DC)
Input: 3-S LiPo battery
Max current: 55 A /15 S
Shaft diameter: 4mm
Motor resistance: 37 M
Dimension: 35 mm X 36 mm

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Weight: 107 G ± 10 G
Plugs: 4mm
50 amp Brushless air cooled, water proof, motor controller
w/ Star connector
Details
Amps: 50 amp continuous
Max Amps: 65 A 10 sec
Voltage range: 9V -12.6 V
BEC: 5V 2A
Motor Connectors: 4 mm bullet (3)
Battery Connector: Star Connector
Stutter Voltage: 9.7 volts
LVC: 9 volts
Wire Gauge: #14
Max Output Power: 500 watts
On-Resistance: 0.0015 ohms
Operating Freq: 8 kHz PWM, 16 MHz MCU
Timing Angle: Auto
STARTUP AND OPERATION
Charge your battery using the recommended charge method
that came with the charger and battery you purchased to
operate the model.
Install four AA batteries into the bottom of the transmitter.
(Page 2 of your transmitter manual)
Turn the transmit ter on,
making sure the power
light is glowing.
Rotate the lock and lift
the front edge of the
seat compartment.
Slip the radio box
cover forward and up.
Then, place it to the
side.
Install two AA batteries
into the battery holder
for the LED lights.
To turn the lights on
and off, use the switch
located on the side of
the radio box.
Remove and place
the hook and loop
to the bottom of the
battery pack. Place the
charged battery into
the open compartment
and plug the battery
into the boat.
You will hear a jingle;
bee da beep- - -BEEP!
The boat is now ready
to arm. To arm the
boat, fully squeeze
the throttle trigger and
hold until you hear a
chime – BEEP BEEP!
Relax the throttle
trigger back to neutral
and you will hear a
confirmation chime, BEEP BEEP BEEP. Your boat is ready
to go.
Let’s review the arming procedure:
●Plug a charged battery into the boat, bee da beep--
-BEEP!
●Fully squeeze the trigger and hold, BEEP, BEEP!
●Relax the trigger back to neutral, BEEP, BEEP, BEEP!
●The boat is now armed and ready to run.
NOTE: You need to repeat this simple arming procedure each
time you unplug the power battery and operate the boat.
Re-install the radio
box cover by aligning
the wires and sliding
the attachment pegs
into the holes. Turn the
lock to secure the lid.
Check the steering
direction to make
sure when the wheel
is turned right or left
the twin rudders correspond in the proper direction. Carefully
squeeze the throttle trigger making sure your hands and
fingers are a safe distance from the propeller to check motor
operation.

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When your battery starts to get low, the boat’s power system
will start to stutter the motor in long even bursts. This is
intentional and used as a warning that you need to complete
your run. Bring the boat in as soon as you can.
Unplug the battery after every use and never allow the
battery to remain plugged into the boat for extended
periods of time.
Remove the drain plug from the back of the boat and allow
any water that might have entered to escape, making sure to
re-install the plug before you operate the boat again.
OPERATION NOTES
SAFETY FIRST, NEVER SWIM FOR A STALLED BOAT!
Even if you are a good swimmer please do not swim for a
stalled boat. Your boat has flotation in it and WILL NOT SINK.
Please use other means to retrieve your boat or wait for it to
blow to shore.
Operation of your boat on a hard surface like concrete, black
top and ice, can permanently damage the bottom of the boat.
Never operate your boat on any hard surfaces.
High winds can overpower your Cajun Commander and might
cause you to lose control of the boat or tip the boat over. Keep
this in mind as you operate your model.
If the propeller is broken or chipped in any way do not use it.
Replace it before you operate the boat again.
Although this boat has a smooth bottom and is capable of
skimming over semi submerged obstacles, it is good to note
that the boat could become stuck on that debris so be careful
as you run your boat.
After you are done running your boat for the day, unplug the
battery and remove it from the boat. Leave the cover off the
radio compartment overnight to allow any moisture to evaporate.
Operating your boat at low or partial throttle settings for
extended periods of time can overheat and damage the
motor controller.
If your Cajun Commander should happen to stall, water
currents will slowly carry it to shore. The bad news is that the
boat could be carried to the opposite shore. When surveying
areas to run your model, keep variables in mind such as
wind direction, size of the lake, etc. It is not advisable to
run R/C boats on any free-flowing bodies of water such as
creeks or rivers.
Make sure to follow your battery care information closely for
best battery life and performance.
TROUBLESHOOTING
When you plug the battery into the boat the boat
does not chime.
●Make sure you are using a charged battery.
●Check that the servo reversing switch is in the “R” position
and the throttle trim knob centered. (page 2 of your
transmitter manual)
The motor starts stutter bumping at the start of
the run.
●Make sure the battery is charged.
●Make sure your battery is not too old or past its life cycle.
The boat does not seem to have as much power
as it had when it was new.
●Make sure to use a new or freshly charged battery.
●Make sure the prop is on the correct way (curved face
forward).
My radio does not talk to my boat.
●Follow the radio linking procedure in the radio manual
(page 2).
Website product information related to this product:
www.aquacraftmodels.com
www.tacticrc.com
www.duratrax.com
www.greatplanes.com
Enjoy customizing? Go to AquaCraft Models and check out
the downloadable files for 3D printing. Files are in .SAT format
and free to download.
From your design team at AquaCraft Models,
ENJOY!
MAINTENANCE
●To clean your boat, use a soft cloth and window cleaner.
●Remove the drain plug from the back of the boat and
allow any moisture that might have entered to evaporate.
Make sure to install the plug before the next time you
use the boat.
●Oil the motor bearings from time to time using light
machine oil.
●Store your boat on a flat surface to avoid warping the hull.
Long storage times on uneven surfaces can damage
the hull.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
AQUB7917 Brushless Motor Mount
AQUB6105 3-blade Prop 9 7 Tractor
AQUB6273 Prop Adapter
AQUB6404 Scale Engine Accessories
AQUB8674 Air Rudders with Ball Studs
AQUB8618 Radio Box Cover with Seats
AQUB7807 LED Light Set
AQUB6334 Decal Sheet
AQUB6500 Engine Mounts
AQUM7000 50-amp Marine Controller
AQUB8728 Rudder Brackets
AQUB6275 Airboat Prop Cage
AQUB9506 Drain Plug
AQUB9503 Push Rod Seals