Florida Pool Aqualand Cruiser User manual

Aqualand
Cruiser™
Instructions
For ages 8 and older.
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Dear Florida Pool Customer,
Thank you for your purchase of a Florida Pool product.
We appreciate your business very much.
Enjoy your purchase!
Respectfully,
Call 1-800-937-5154 for 24-7 ordering and customer service.
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Table of Contents Warnings
Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Battery Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Battery Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Battery Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Charging the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Installing the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Installing the Remote Control Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
General Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Diagram of Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Using the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Using the Movement Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Statement of FCC Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
FCC Label Compliance Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
• Contains small parts. Keep out of reach of children under 3 years old.
• For ages 8 and older. Children operating the Aqualand Cruiser™
must be supervised by an adult. Use caution near water. Wade only
into water that is a safe depth.
• When not in use, remove the Aqualand Cruiser from water. Water
may seep into the hull and damage electronic parts.
• To avoid propeller damage when operating the Aqualand Cruiser in
water, keep it away from debris and water grasses. Debris can jam
the propellers and interrupt operation.
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!Caution
WARNING:
CHOKING HAZARD — small parts.
Not for children under 3 years.
!
Please keep this packaging for future
reference. This product conforms to
Safety requirements of ASTM F963.
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Battery Information
Battery Requirements
• Aqualand Cruiser: 9.6V rechargeable battery pack (two included)
• Remote control: one 9V battery (purchase separately)
Battery Precautions
• Batteries should be installed by adults only.
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon zinc) or rechargeable
(nickel-cadmium) batteries.
• Dispose of exhausted batteries promptly and properly. Do not burn
or bury batteries.
• Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recommended type.
• Do not leave exhausted or weak batteries in the Aqualand Cruiser
or the remote control. Batteries can leak chemicals that can damage
electronic parts. If the Aqualand Cruiser and the remote control have
not been used in a week or more, remove all the batteries.
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Charging the Battery Pack
The Aqualand Cruiser uses a 9.6V battery pack (two are included).
Caution! Important:
• Be sure to charge the battery pack for 5 to 6 hours before using the
Aqualand Cruiser.
• Do not charge or recharge the battery pack while it is in the
Aqualand Cruiser.
• Do not use the battery charger in wet or hot weather conditions.
• Use only the recommended battery pack and charger.
• To avoid damaging the battery pack when you disconnect the battery
pack from the charger, do not pull on the connector’s wires.
• To safely recharge the battery pack after using the Aqualand Cruiser,
allow the unit and battery pack to cool completely before recharging.
• After you charge or recharge the battery, disconnect it from the
charger. Overcharging the battery pack may damage it.
• Before operating the Aqualand Cruiser, ensure the battery
compartment cover is secure.
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Charging the Battery Pack
1. Before charging the battery pack, ensure the Aqualand Cruiser
POWER switch is in the OFF position.
2. The battery pack is located under the hood. To remove the battery
compartment cover, turn the latches inward.
3. Remove the battery pack completely.
4. Charge the rechargeable battery pack by connecting the battery plug
to the AC charger receptor plug. Push until you feel a “click.”
5. Plug the AC charger into a 120V AC wall outlet.
6. Charge for 5 to 6 hours. Do not overcharge.
7. When charging, the red LED illuminates. When fully charged the
LED turns to green color.
Note: If the Aqualand Cruiser moves slowly or stops moving, change
the 9.6V battery pack or recharge it according to the battery charger’s
instructions. (See Troubleshooting.)
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Installing the Battery Pack
Ensure the Aqualand Cruiser battery pack is charged. (See Charging
the Battery Pack.)
1. Turn the Aqualand Cruiser POWER switch (located on the bottom
of the unit) to the OFF position.
2. The battery compartment is located under the hood. To remove
the battery compartment cover, turn the latches inward.
Unlock
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Installing the Battery Pack
3. Attach the battery pack connector to the Aqualand Cruiser’s matching
connector. The connectors fit together one way; do not force.
4. Place the battery into the battery compartment first, then carefully put
the battery wire and connector on the top of the battery. Then
replace the battery compartment cover and secure it by returning the
latches to their original position.
Installing the Remote Control Battery
The remote control uses two AA batteries (purchase separately).
1. Prior to battery installation, turn the POWER switch to the
OFF position.
2. To loosen and remove the battery compartment cover, use a
Phillips screwdriver (not included). (See Figure 1.)
3. Insert the AA batteries, observing proper +/- polarities as indicated.
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Installing the Remote Control Battery
4. To replace and tighten the battery compartment cover, use a
Phillips screwdriver (not included). (See Figure 2.)
Note: When the range of the remote control decreases, replace
the battery.
Figure 2Figure 1
AA
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General Instructions
Features
• Drives on land and water. (Not for use in a lake, river. stream or the
ocean. When operating on land, use on smooth paved surfaces. Not
designed for use on grass, carpet, rocky surfaces or sand.)
• Wheels convert into water propellers.
• Working headlights.
• On land, the Aqualand Cruiser is a remote-controlled high-speed
racecar.
• Drive it right into a pond or pool – the mechanized rear wheels
convert into water propellers.
• Sleek styling with a shiny metallic finish and a rear spoiler.
• Remote control up to 100 foot range allows you to drive the
Aqualand Cruiser forward and back, plus turn it in four different
directions.
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Diagram of Parts
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Aqualand Cruiser
Battery Pack
Compartment
Receiver
(on the back)
Power Switch
(on the bottom)
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Diagram of Parts
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Using the Remote Control
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Remote Control (27 MHz) Use the 27MHz remote control to drive the Aqualand Cruiser on land
and in water, and to convert it from a car with wheels to a boat with
propellers.
1. Ensure fresh batteries have been installed in the remote control and
that the Aqualand Cruiser battery pack is charged. (See Battery
Installation and Charging the Battery Pack.)
2. To turn the power on, turn the Aqualand Cruiser POWER switch to
the ON position.
3. To turn the remote control on, slide the ON/OFF switch to ON. The
POWER INDICATOR LIGHT on the remote control illuminates.
4. Aim the remote control at the receiver on the back of the car.
5. Use the remote control RIGHT MOVEMENT CONTROL and LEFT
MOVEMENT CONTROL to move and steer the Aqualand Cruiser.
(See Using the Movement Controls.)
6. When the Aqualand Cruiser is in water, you can convert the wheels
into water propellers by pressing the LAND TO WATER button. To
convert the water propellers back into car wheels, press the WATER
TO LAND button.
Battery
Compartment
(on the back)
Power Indicator Light
On/Off Switch
Right Movement
Control
Left Movement
Control
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Using the Remote Control
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Using the Movement Controls
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7. When you are finished driving the Aqualand Cruiser, turn it off by
turning the POWER switch to OFF. Turn off the remote control by
switching the POWER switch to OFF.
Note: Keep the controller dry at all times. It is not intended to be used
in water.
From Land to Water From Water to Land
Forward
Right Turn
Reverse Right Turn
Reverse
Left Turn
Reverse Left Turn
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Troubleshooting
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If the Aqualand Cruiser slows down:
When the Aqualand Cruiser slows down, the battery pack needs
recharging. If the Aqualand Cruiser is in the water, guide it to shore as
soon as possible.
If the Aqualand Cruiser movement stops:
• Ensure the receiver on the main unit is in line of sight with, and less
than 100 feet away from, the remote control.
• Ensure the Aqualand Cruiser battery pack is charged. (See Charging
the Battery Pack.)
• Ensure you have correctly installed one fresh 9V battery in the remote
control. (See Battery Installation.)
• Ensure the Aqualand Cruiser POWER switch is in the ON position.
Reset the Aqualand Cruiser by turning the POWER switch to OFF,
then to ON again.
Troubleshooting
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• When the Aqualand Cruiser is outside the remote control range, it
stops operating. To re-establish contact, hold the remote control straight
above your head as high as possible while keeping the antenna vertical.
If you cannot re-establish contact, move closer to the Aqualand Cruiser.
Caution: If the Aqualand Cruiser is in water, be careful not to wade into
deep water or strong current.
If you need to retrieve the Aqualand Cruiser out of water:
Keep radio control range in mind while driving it on a lake, pond or
open water. Stand 15 to 20 feet away from the water’s edge. To drive
your Aqualand Cruiser back for retrieval, walk a few steps toward it while
maintaining a safe distance from water’s edge.
Care and Maintenance
• Avoid exposing the Aqualand Cruiser and the remote control to
extreme temperatures or severe shock.
• Do not tamper with any of the internal components. This will
invalidate the warranty and may cause damage.
• Check batteries frequently.
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Care and Maintenance
• Ensure batteries are touching their contacts.
• Always replace batteries with fresh alkaline batteries.
• To save batteries, always turn the Aqualand Cruiser and remote
control off when not in use.
• Remove batteries from the Aqualand Cruiser and remote when they
are not in use.
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Statement of FCC Compliance
WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
Specifications
Power Source:
• Aqualand Cruiser: 9.6V rechargeable battery pack (two included)
• Remote control: one 9V battery (purchase separately)
Dimensions (Length x Width x Depth):
Aqualand Cruiser: 13'' x 71 /2'' x 5''
Remote control: 5'' x 51 /2'' x 21 /
4''
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Statement of FCC Compliance
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
assistance.
FCC Label Compliance Statement
FCC ID:
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.
This product has been tested to the relevant standards and complies
with the requirements of the applicable EU directives.
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Warranty
What Is Covered
This warranty covers any defects in materials or workmanship, with the exceptions stated below.
How Long Coverage Lasts
This warranty runs for 90 days from the date of original purchase.
What Is Not Covered
This warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse or use other than as intended and described
in the product instruction manual, or loss or damage to batteries or removable parts.
What Florida Pool Will Do
Florida Pool will repair any defects in materials or workmanship. In the event repair is not possible,
Florida Pool will either replace this product with one of similar features and price, or refund the full
purchase price of the product, whichever you prefer.
How to Obtain Service
Return the product and receipt, along with a brief explanation of the problem, to:
Name of Place
Street Address
City, State, Zip code
If you have questions please feel free to contact our customer service representatives at 1-800-937-5154
or by email at
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other legal rights that vary from state to
state.
Copyright 2005
Florida Pool Inc.
14480 62nd St. N., Clearwater, FL 33760
[phone]
Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
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