RUKO 1601AMP User manual

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User Manual
1601AMP
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Contents
1 Reading Tips
2 Transmitter Guidelines
1.1 Symbolic Interpretation
1.2 Read Before Play
1.3 Disclaimer and Safety Guidelines
1.4 Package Contents
2.1 Transmitter Function Buttons
2.2 Transmitter Battery Installation
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3 RC Amphibious Car Guidelines
3.1 RC Amphibious Car Parts
3.2 RC Amphibious Car Battery Installation
3.3 Battery Charging and Maintenance
4 Operation Guidelines
4.1 RC Amphibious Car Pair Frequency
4.2 Land Mode
4.3 Surface Mode
5 Appendix
5.1 Accessories Support
5.2 Common Issues & Solutions
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1.2 Read Before Play
1.3 Disclaimer and Safety Guidelines
1.3.1 Disclaimer Guidelines
Ruko 1601AMP provides tutorial videos and guidance documentation for
users:
1. User Manual
2. Tutorial Videos
It's recommended to watch all tutorial videos and read the User Manual
before using for the rst time. Make sure you are familiar enough with
each part's function and totally understand the relevant Disclaimer and
Safety Guidelines about this product.
If you have any questions in or before operating, please feel free to
contact Ruko after-sales support team at any time.
Prohibition Operation Tips
1.1 Symbolic Interpretation
1 Reading Tips
Attention
1.Users need to have a basic hands-on operation and a common sense
of safety and use it with care.
2.Please be familiar enough with each part's function of the product
before operating, inappropriate operation will result in product
damage, property loss, or minor personal injury.
3.This product is suitable for children 8 years+ old and adults. Please
read all instructions and warnings carefully before operating. It
requires correct assembly and use the 1601AMP RC Car strictly
follow the relevant instructions.
4.Thank you for purchasing Ruko products. The content mentioned in
this User Manual is related to your personal safety, legal interest and
liability, the nal interpretation right is reserved by Ruko company.
5.Once you use this product, it is deemed that you have carefully read
the Disclaimer and Safety Guidelines and accepted the entire contents
of the terms. You undertake to take full responsibility for the use of this
product and the possible consequences, and undertake to use this
product only for legitimate purposes. Meanwhile, you agree to these
terms and any relevant regulations, policies and guidelines formulated
by Ruko.
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1.3.2 Users Guidelines
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Preparation before Play：
1. Read the guideline carefully and follow all warnings. Or nd someone
with operating experience and read it with a guardian if necessary.
Improper installation of batteries will be dangerous.
2. When you install or remove the battery cover of the car, you can use
tools to remove it, please be careful to avoid scratches.
3. Make sure the battery cover screws are properly tightened to prevent
the battery from getting wet and falling.
4. The transmitter and vehicle should always use fully charged batteries
to avoid losing control of the vehicle.
5. Please use 5V=2A USB to charge the battery before using to ensure
sucient charging time.
6. In terms of battery life, the RC Car has only 60% of the battery before
it is sold, so the battery life will be longer after 2-3 charges and
discharges.
7. 1601AMP is an amphibious remote-controlled vehicle. Pay attention to
safety when playing on the water. Children must be accompanied by
adults to avoid drowning.
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Cautions and Advice：
Daily Maintenance：
1. It is recommended to use this product in an open area without
pedestrians to avoid the vehicle hitting people or obstacles.
2. The speed and usage time of water driving and land driving is dierent.
3. Do not put your ngers or any objects in the rotating and moving parts.
If there is any abnormality during use, please stop using it.
4. The RC Car has a waterproof limit. It is forbidden to press the entire RC
Car to the bottom of the water.
To avoid possible injury and loss, be sure to observe the following:
Power o the vehicle, then turn o the transmitter, then remove the battery.
The car needs routine maintenance after use to clean up foreign objects
such as mud and sand.
When using the car, the motor will emit heat, and the bottom of the car
will heat up, which is normal.
It is normal for the battery to heat up after work. Please charge it after
cooling down.
Use the original accessories, the use of non-original accessories may
cause danger to the safe use of the RC Car.
Do not disassemble the components installed at the factory by yourself,
otherwise, it may aect the performance of the RC Car. and even cause
an accident.
The use of non-original charging cables and batteries is prohibited.
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1.3.3 Original Accessories:
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Important:
Do not immerse the battery in water or get it wet. If the battery accidentally
falls into the water, please remove the battery immediately and place it in
a safe open area or a special explosion-proof box, away from the battery
until the battery is completely dry. Do not use it again. After the inside of
the battery comes into contact with water, a decomposition reaction may
occur, causing the battery to spontaneously ignite or even explode.
If the battery catches re, please use solid re extinguishing equipment
such as sand or dry powder re extinguisher.
It is strictly forbidden to use leaked, damaged batteries, and to charge
them. Do not use them when the battery emits odor, heat, deformation,
discoloration, or any other abnormal phenomenon.
Please use the battery in an environment with a temperature of 10 degrees
to 40 degrees. Too high temperature will cause the battery to catch re or
even explode. Too low temperature will seriously damage the battery.
Do not mechanically impact, crush or throw the battery, and do not
place heavy objects on the battery or charging device. If the battery is
dropped or subjected to external force, it should not be used again.
The electrolyte inside the battery is highly corrosive. If it accidentally
comes into contact with the skin or eyes, please rinse it with clean water
for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention immediately.
Do not heat the battery or put the battery in a re.
Do not put the battery in pockets, backpacks, or drawers to prevent a
short circuit from contacting with other items. Do not use wires or other
metal objects to short circuit the positive and negative electrodes of the
battery.
If the battery interface is dirty, wipe it with a clean, dry cloth, otherwise, it
will cause poor battery contact, resulting in energy loss or charging failure
Please remove the battery power cord and cable when not in use. When
installing or replacing the battery, please pay attention to the polarity of the
battery.
To avoid re, property damage and personal injury, always comply with the
following safety guidelines when using, charging and storing batteries.
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1.3.4 Battery Guidelines
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Charging the Battery:
Please use the original charger for battery charging, it is recommended
to use the original charging cable included in the product package for
charging. Do not use more than the rated power of the product fast
charger, car charger, computer USB port, or USB port on the plug
and row .
Do not charge batteries and charging equipment near ammable
and combustible objects (such as carpets and wood products). Please
always pay attention to the charging process to prevent accidents.
Prohibit long-term charging, the normal charging time is about 3-4
hours, remember to remove it in time after fully charged.
It is forbidden to charge the battery as soon as it is used up.
The battery is in a high temperature and heating state just after use,
or it will cause damage to the battery.
After charging, please disconnect the charging device from the battery,
check and maintain the charging device regularly, check the appearance
of the battery and other parts frequently, do not use alcohol or other
ammable to clean the charging device, and do not use damaged
charging equipment.
Tear down the battery
keep cool and dry
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Compatible Adapter (not included):
Cannot > 5V/2A
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Environmental Guidelines:
Waste batteries must not be placed with household waste.
Batteries Warnings:
To avoid possible injury and loss, be sure to observe the following:
Keep the battery power at 50%-60% and store it in a cool environment.
Avoid high temperature, exposure to the sun, soaking in water,
squeezing, and falling from high altitudes. Do not place the car in
a high temperature, humidity and direct sunlight environment.
Please store batteries, wires and small parts out of the reach of children
and pets to avoid danger.
Please charge the battery under the supervision of adults.
Battery recharged by children 8 years of age and older.
Before taking the battery on the plane, be sure to discharge the battery
to below 30%.
Do not transport damaged batteries.
Non-rechargeable batteries cannot be charged.
Dierent types of batteries or old and new batteries cannot be mixed.
The power terminals cannot be short-circuited.
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Batteries are hazardous chemicals and should not be disposed of in
ordinary trash cans.
Please contact your local environmental or waste management agency,
the supplier of your product or the nearest battery recycling center.
Please comply with local battery recycling and disposal laws and
regulations for relevant details.
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RC Amphibious Car Transmitter
User ManualScrewdriverCharging cables
Batteries
1.5 Package Contents
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2.1 Transmitter Function Buttons
2.Transmitter Guidelines
The transmitter uses the 2.4 GHz frequency band, which can be
debugged and played by many people. The transmitter is up to 40
meters away from the land without obstruction and interference.
Unobstructed transmitter distance on water is about 20 meters.
2.2 Transmitter Battery Installation
Take a screwdriver and unscrew 2 xing screws and remove the
battery cover.
Insert 2 1.5V AAA alkaline batteries.
Install the battery cover and tighten the 2 xing screws.
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Move forward
Move back
Switch
Indicator light
Turn left
Turn right
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Attention
• Please install the transmitter batteries correctly to avoid damage
(2 x 1.5V AAA not included).
• Please remove the battery inside the transmitter when it is not used
for a long time.
• If the light ashes or goes out during the operation of the transmitter,
please check the battery power and replace the battery.
• Please tighten the battery cover xing screws to achieve the best
waterproof eect.
3.1 RC Amphibious Car Parts
3. RC Amphibious Car Guidelines
1. Battery compartment screw
2. Switch
3. Head lights
4. Handle
5. Rear head lights
6. Wheels
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3.2 RC Amphibious Car Battery Installation
1. Unscrew the upper cover screws and remove the upper cover.
2. Remove the battery compartment xing clip and remove the battery cover.
3. Connect the body and battery power cable, pay attention to the connect
direction of the interface.
4. Reinstall the battery cover and x the clip.
5. Install the upper cover and tighten the screws.
Attention
• When you install or remove the Car's battery cover, you can
remove it with a tool, be Careful not to scratch it.
• Make sure the battery cover clips are properly secured to prevent
the battery from falling into water.
• Please connect the battery and the body power interface correctly
to ensure that they are installed in place.
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3.3 Battery Charging and Maintenance
• The RC Car battery has a capacity of 850mAh and a rated voltage of
7.4V.
• Use time on land and water is about: 25 minutes;
• When the speed of the RC Car slows down or stops running, and the
headlight ashes rapidly, it is in a low battery state, please continue to
play after charging.
1. Please use the 5V/2A USB charging plug (USB charging plug is self-
provided) and the original charging cable for charging.
2. In the charging state, the green indicator light of the charger will ash,
the charging is complete, and the green indicator light will be on.
3. The charging time is about 3 hours. Please remove the charger in time
after charging is completed.
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Daily Maintenance
• It is recommended to charge and discharge it once a month. Do not
store it with a full charge. Keep 50%-60% of the power. The storage
temperature is 10~40°C, and the best storage temperature is 19-21°C.
• The battery enters the water and the battery protection board fails,
which will cause the battery to not be used normally. Do not use
the battery in the rain or wet environment, which may cause the
battery to spontaneously ignite or even explode.
• If the battery is squeezed and deformed, it is forbidden to use it
again.
• Prohibit long-term high temperature exposure, the battery encounters
high temperature will cause the internal pressure of the battery to be
too high and cause an explosion.
• If the positive and negative poles are short-circuited for a long time
(for example, there is water out of the battery contact, short-circuit
caused by foreign objects in hair, etc.), the protection board IC will
fail and disconnect, and the battery will not be able to be used
normally.
• It is forbidden to use a fast charger that exceeds the rated power
of the battery, please use a 5V/2A USB charger.
• If the RC Car is not used for a long time, the battery must be
removed to avoid the battery being in a state of low power
discharge for a long time.
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4.1 RC Amphibious Car Pair Frequency
4.2 Land Mode
4. Operation Guidelines
1. Press down on the body switch to turn on the power of the RC Car.
2. Press the switch down to turn on the remote control.
3. The frequency pairing is performed automatically, and the lights on the
body and transmitter will change from ashing to steady light, indicating
that the frequency pairing is completed.
1. Forward: Long press the upper arrow on the left button.
2. Backward: Long press the lower arrow on the left button.
Forward
Backward
ON / OFF
ON / OFF
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Forward
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Turn Left
Forward
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Turn right
3. Turn left: Press the left arrow on the right button.
4. Turn right: Press the right arrow on the right button.
Turn Left Turn Right
5. Rotate left : Press the left arrow on the right button and hold.
6. Rotate right : Press the right arrow on the right button and hold.
Rotate Right Rotate Left
SPIN
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7. Forward + turn left: long press the above arrow on the left button +
press the left arrow on the right button.
8. Forward + turn right: long press the above arrow on the left button +
press the right arrow on the right button.
9. Back + turn left: long press the below arrow on the left button +
press the left arrow on the right button.
10. Back + turn right: long press the below arrow on the left button +
press the right arrow on the right button.
Warning
• During walking, the steering range and sensitivity depend on how
hard and how long you turn the steering stick.
• Please practice more to grasp the steering amplitude to avoid loss
of control during driving.
• When the lights of the RC Car ash rapidly during operation, the
battery is low, please replace the battery.
4.3 Surface Mode
1. Transmitter stick control：the transmitter stick direction control operation
method is the same as the land operation method.
2. Performance changes: amphibious vehicle will be slower （land mode 10km/h,
surface mode 1.5km/h)and less sensitive to the steering when driving on water
due to surface resistance.
3. The battery life and transmitter distance will be shortened.(20 minutes on land,
22 minutes on water)
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Notice
• Pay attention to personal safety when driving on water, children
need to be accompanied by adults to play.
• Please check whether the waterproof structure of the battery cover
is normal to prevent water from entering.
• There will be dierences in performance between land mode and
water mode.
4. After driving in the sea, on the beach or in the mud, please remove the
batteries, wash and dry it, and avoid being corroded or rusted. Then
put in a cool and dry place.
5. Check it the next day after washing, and try to play if it can move normally,
to avoid not being rinsed, and to avoid stuck.
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All of the above accessories can be searched and purchased on Amazon,
or you can visit the Ruko store to buy them. Please be sure to use original
parts. The use of non-original accessories may endanger the safe use of
the RC amphibious Car.
5.1 Accessories Support
5 Appendix
Remote control Batteries&Charging cable
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