Bancroft MAD SHARK V2 RTR MINI EP F1 SPEED BOAT User manual

IMPORTANT
SKU #BNC1031-001
MAD SHARK V2 RTR MINI EP F1 SPEED BOAT
1) MAD SHARK V2 RTR MINI EP F1 SPEED BOAT
2) Transmitter
3) 7.4V Power Pack
4) 2S/3S balance charger with AC power cable
The Mad Shark is designed for use in fresh water only. It is not designed for use in salt water!
The Mad Shark is not intended for persons under 14 years of age, unless closely supervised by an adult.
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Caution:
2. Before racing your model boat, carefully check silicone tube for guarantee good water cooling system; Avoid
water inlet on the bottom of hull become deformed, otherwise, water cooling system failure, this may lead to
ESC burned out and motor defected.
5) Boat Stand
6) 9V Dry battery (for Transmitter)
7) 2.5mm Allen Key(For pushrod tighten)
2.0mm Allen Key (for Grub Screws)
1. Continuous running of the model will generate high heat levels, Which will lead to premature wear of the motor.
Once your power pack is exhausted, we recommend that you open model’s upper deck and let motor air cool for
around 15 minutes before installing a fresh power pack. This action will protect motor and extend its working life.
Mad Shark V2 RTR MiNi EP F1 Speed Boat
ESC with low voltage hard cut off at 3.2V per cell, when driving your boat , as soon as you notice boat stop, that
means ESC low voltage cut off effective, you should immediately drive boat back to shore in slow speed ,
recharge battery and race again. don’t keep racing boat when ESC low voltage cut off effective, otherwise, you will
allow battery over discharge, battery voltage will reach very low and won’t be recharged again.
Caution for Li-Ion battery:

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Always use a fresh 9V battery in the
transmitter.
NOTE 1: The Mad Shark is supplied with a
start-up 9V dry cell battery. Once
this battery is depleted, please
replace it with another dry cell 9V
battery (alkaline recommended)
or fully charged 9V rechargeable
battery. Remove 9V battery from
the transmitter if you do not intend
to use it for a period of time.
NOTE 2: When the transmitter battery (dry
cell or rechargeable) is at the end of
its life, it should be disposed of at an
approved battery recycling centre.
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9V Battery
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Mad Shark V2 RTR MiNi EP F1 Speed Boat
DO NOT DISPOSE OF IT IN HOUSEHOLD WASTE!
INSTALLING THE 9V BATTERY IN YOUR TRANSMITTER
1) Ensure transmitter ‘ON/OFF’ switch is in
the ‘OFF’ position.
2) Remove battery cover screw.
3) Remove battery cover by pressing down
on the embossed arrow and sliding the
cover as indicated.
4) Insert 9V battery, noting correct location
(polarity + or -).
5) Slide battery cover back into place.
6) Re-fit battery cover screw.
CHARGING THE 7.4V POWER PACK
1) The 7.4V Power Pack is not supplied pre-charged and you must charge it fully before using your boat for the
first time.
2) The 7.4 V Power Pack can be re-charged many times before it needs replacing. When the 7.4 V Power Pack no
longer holds a charge (is dead), it should be properly recycled.
DO NOT DISPOSE OF IT IN HOUSEHOLD WASTE!
1) Plug the power cable into the Balance Charger
and then into the power outlet. All three power
LEDs turn on with green lights means charger
work properly.
2) Connect the 7.4V power pack to the balance
charger’s 2Cell balance port, two power LEDs
change from green to red means charging begins. Once charging of one cell is done,the corresponding power
LED will turn green.
3) Supplied 7.4V power pack will charge from flat in around 80 mins. When the two power LEDs all turn green
means charging finished.
4) Disconnect the 7.4V power pack from the balance charger, unplug the power cable from the power outlet.
CAUTION:
Read A3 NEW Compact Charger Manual
Before Charging

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The binding process effectively ties the transmitter and receiver together. Under normal circumstances,
both items are supplied like this from the factory. If, however, you find that your transmitter and receiver
are not bound(receiver’s red LED is on), you should do the following:
1) Switch “ON” the transmitter.
2) Switch “ON” the receiver by Attaching the 7.4V power pack’s connector to the matching connector in
the Mad Shark boat.
3) Press down the “BIND” button on the receiver, the receiver’s green LED will be on to indicate that
binding has been successful and the receiver will now accept commands from the transmitter.
During binding process, transmitter and receiver should be no more than one meter apart and
no other similar devices should be within 10 meters.
if the green light flashing, showing the binding failure, please do again as above indication.
TRANSMITTER/RECEIVER BINDING
Mad Shark V2 RTR MiNi EP F1 Speed Boat
NOTE: 1. There is a water proof rubber ring
placed inside the slot of hull, always
make sure it’s secured positioned
before re-position the hatch.
3. Place the boat hull on the polyfoam boat stand
4. Fixt the charged finished battery inside the hull
with velco strap.
5. Attach battery connector to the matching
connector of ESC.
6. Re-position hatch by rotating plastic locks at the
hatch firstly, then rotate the plastic lock
underneath the boat head.
INSTALLING THE 7.4V POWER PACK IN THE MAD SHARK
1. Switch on transmitter power, the light glows bright red.
2. firstly rotate the plastic lock underneath the boat head, then rotate the four plastic lock at the hatch as photo show
to remove the hatch.
NOTE 1:
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NOTE 1: The Mad Shark brushed F1 will typically run for around 8 minutes on a fully charged 7.4V Power Pack. As
soon as you notice a drop off in speed you should bring the model back to shore or control may be lost.
3) Never leave the battery unattended during the charging process. Always keep this charger out of reach of children.
4) Do not attempt to disassemble the charger
5) Un-plug the charger from the power outlet if you do not intend to use it for a period of time.

1) Forward Throttle Trigger
Your Mad Shark can be driven forward by
pulling the throttle trigger. Release the
trigger and the Mad Shark will stop.
2) Left/Right Steering Wheel
The steering wheel controls the Mad Shark ’s
left and right movement. Turn the wheel to
the left to steer to the left. Turn the wheel to
the right to steer to the right. Release the wheel
to go straight.
Racing Tip: The Mad Shark is an oval racer,
designed for clockwise racing, and will be less
responsive to steering inputs at high speed.
Decrease your speed to allow tighter turning.
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NOTE: If the Mad Shark begins to bob when running, it may have taken on an excessive amount of water.
In this case, you should immediately return to shore, remove the upper deck and drain the water
from the hull.
IF YOUR VESSEL DOES NOT OPERATE IN A STRAIGHT LINE
If your Mad Shark do not run in a straight line
when not being steered, you can adjust it by using
the steering trim located on the upper right hand
side of the transmitter.
1) Run your Mad Shark on calm water when
adjusting the steering. If your model runs to the
right when not being steered, press the
“ST.TRIM-L” button. Re-center the model and see
if this has corrected the problem. Keep making
small adjustments in this way until the model
runs stright.
Press the “ST.TRIM-R” button to correct if your
model steers to the left without being steered
in the same way as detailed above.
ST.TRIM-L
ST.TRIM-R
AFTER USE
1) When you have finished using your Mad Shark you should first switch ‘OFF’ the model (disconnect the
7.4V Power Pack), then switch ‘OFF’ your transmitter.
2) Remove all batteries from the transmitter and model.
3) Leave ther Mad Shark’s upper deck off to allow moisture to evaporate. Ideally, place the model in this
way in a warm and dry place, like an airing cupboard, until you are sure it is dry and then store it away.
4) Remove the rubber ring from the slot of hull, so as to keep the rubber ring flexible for water proof
effective in next time boat racing.
Mad Shark V2 RTR MiNi EP F1 Speed Boat
HOW TO CONTROL/OPERATE YOUR MAD SHARK

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Please observe the following warnings.
• The transmitter’s range will vary depending on your surroundings and battery strength.Do not operate
Mad Shark too far away or control will be lost.
• Ensure that all batteries are correctly installed and that the 7.4V Power Pack is fully charged.
• Do not operate your Mad Shark in areas with strong currents, in salt water or areas of water with large
waves.
• Do not touch moving parts during operation, especially the propeller.
• Do not let your Mad Shark run aground, as this can cause damage.
• If you lose control of your Mad Shark, never wade into deep water or water with strong currents to
retrieve it. First, hold the transmitter as high as you can to try to re-establish control. If this does not work,
find another way to move closer to the model, but do not endanger yourself in the process!
GENERAL INFORMATION FOR THE SAFE OPERATION OF YOUR MAD SHARK
Please follow these simple rules to ensure safe operation and gain the maximum enjoyment from
your model.
• Avoid overloading your model. Never run it in areas where its movement will be restricted, e.g. areas
where there is pond weed, etc.,as this can over stress the motor.
• Ensure nothing prevents the smooth running of moving parts.
• Do not run your model in confined spaces.
• Never run your model in a public space where it might upset or endanger people or wildlife.
• Immediately switch‘OFF’your model and transmitter if you see lightning or hear thunder.
Never use your model in the rain.
Do not dismantle or tamper in any way with this R/C vehicle and its transmitter. The manufacturer and
distributor will accept no responsibility, expressed or implied, for accidents or injuries caused as a result of
disassembly,modification and/or usage against the Instructions for this product.
Tampering or modification will also invalidate the guarantee.
Lubricating the flexshaft is vital to the life of the drivetrain. The
lubricant also acts as a water seal, keeping water from entering
the hull through the stuffing tube. Lubricating the flexshaft,
propeller shaft after every 2 or 3 times of operation.
1. Use the 2mm Allen key to loose the two grub screws of the
coupler which connects the flexshaft, then slide the flexshaft
w/ prop shaft out of the stuffing tube.
2. Lubricate the flexshaft w/ prop shaft with the water proof
marine grease, reinstall the flexshaft w/ prop shaft in reverse
order, be sure to retighten the two grub screws of coupler.
Mad Shark V2 RTR MiNi EP F1 Speed Boat
CAUTION!
MAINTAINING THE DRIVESHAFT
DURING OPERATION

Check using the chart below before returning your Mad Shark for repair as many problems can be easily solved.
7.4V
Mad Shark V2 RTR MiNi EP F1 Speed Boat
FCC REQUIREMENT
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION: Changes or modifi cations to this product not expressly approved by the party responsible
forcompliance may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
TROUBLESHOOTING
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or www.motionrc.eu
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