Operating Instructions for the WEGA model boat, Order
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1. model for damage which could allow water to penetrate the hull Allow the model to dry out thoroughly after every session Care and maintenance Clean the model carefully after every run and remove any water which has penetrated the hull If water gets inside any of the RC components dry them out and send them to your nearest GRAUPNER Service Centre for checking Clean the model and the transmitter using suitable cleaning agents only A lint free cloth is ideal Never use chemical cleaners solvents methylated spirit white spirit or similar Notes on operating the model boat When running the model it is best to consider it as a powered sailing boat i e the motor is more than just an auxiliary power unit The model s scale appearance inevitably involves compromises which affect its sailing qualities and for this reason its handling under sail is not as good as that of less complex models This simply means that you will need to use the motor for additional forward thrust even when running the boat as a sailing vessel GRAUPNER GmbH amp Co KG D 73230 KIRCHHEIM TECK GERMANY No liability for printing errors Technical modifications reserved 03 2011 Terms Buy xyoeuesoos ieSeJ0 woog spnoJus judswog q f 8uiA 4 joys ple q f seuu j esoJo4 ESUIE A Jeous Ped j esdoj ejenbs Kejsyoeg jresdoj yes 4 GRAUPNER GmbH amp Co KG D 73230 KIRCHHEIM TECK GERMANY 03 2011 No liability for print2. so that you can adjust the boat s trim at any time or remove the ballast to make the model easier to transport Sailing Sailing a model yacht is not difficult once you are familiar with the interaction between the wind direction the boat s heading and the appropriate sail settings Before you sail the model for the first time we recommend that you read all you can on the theory of sailing e g by reading one of the many books on the subject The following section just provides a short basic introduction to the subject The various points of sailing see sketch special terms are printed in talics A sailing boat can never sail directly into wind black arrow W In the 90 sector Segel Kursskizze W dark grey area the sails will always flutter shiver and generate no forward thrust Only when the boat bears away to about 45 off the wind direction will it start to pick up speed with the sails close hauled transition from dark grey area to light grey area 2a to 2b This course is termed luffing A sailing boat can only make headway into the wind on this course and with the sails close hauled the procedure is known as tacking and involves sailing in a zig zag pattern for a while on the port tack mainsail on the left hand port side of the boat 2a then after going about the boats bow turns through the wind from position 2a via 1 to 2b for a while on the starboard tack mainsail on the right hand starboa
3. that the boat will be propelled forward NOTE the polarity of the G2 connector system is designed in such a way that the raised lug on the plastic housing is always the positive terminal red wire If you keep consistently to this arrangement your drive batteries and speed controllers will always be compatible with each other and reversed polarity problems will not arise We recommend following one of the tips below in order to make it easier to solder the joints this reduces the likelihood of damaging detail features on the model with the hot soldering iron TIP 1 remove the motor undo the grubscrews in the propeller then withdraw the propeller Loosen the motor retaining screws accessible through the two holes in the deck don t remove the screws completely and then withdraw the motor to the point where the shaft coupling is exposed Loosen the grubscrews in the coupling which clamp the motor shaft and then remove the motor from the model Reverse the sequence to re install it TIP 2 if you have a friend to help you ask him or her to hold the boat at an angle so that you can hold the wires outside the hull for soldering the connector TIP 3 it is possible to solder the joints directly inside the model see photo if you have access to the tool known as a third hand e Check that the screws in the shaft coupling the motor retaining bar and the propeller are tight as they may have worked loose in transit You can check
4. to ensure that the battery cannot shift as sailing boats are capable of heeling leaning over at considerable angles The final trim is carried out later when the boat is complete by installing additional ballast Attach the bowsprit to the model withdraw the retaining pin from the bracket on the deck slide the bowsprit through the opening and into the hull before re fitting the pin to secure it Connect the bowsprit rigging to the rings already attached to the model The next step is to prepare the schooner mast and the mainmast by connecting the throat halyard from the upper gaff throat fittings to the ring at the top Check at the bottom that the gooseneck fittings engage fully If the brass pins are loose enough to rotate apply a drop of cyano to glue them to the masts GRAUPNER GmbH amp Co KG D 73230 KIRCHHEIM TECK GERMANY z No liability for printing errors Technical modifications reserved 03 2011 e Erect the masts on the deck ensuring that they engage fully in the mast bases Connect the shrouds and backstays of both masts Connect the forestay and the mainstay then repeat the procedure with the flying jib and inner jib e Glue the two yards to the schooner mast with a drop of cyano before attaching the braces to the yards Finally attach the square sail bunt lines and sheets e Set the sailwinch to minimum travel then run the sailwinch to the end point at which the sail
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6. Groupner CE Operating Instructions for the WEGA model boat Order No 2068 Brief description of the full size vessel As the basis for our model we selected a typical schooner with topsail schooner rig The term schooner was originally applied to two masted sailing ships whose aft mast was taller than the forward one but later from the nineteenth century on schooners were also built with several masts Nowadays these vessels are generally operated as museum ships and can be admired at international sailing events A small number of these vessels are still operated as regular sail training ships Brief description of the model Ready made model ARTR GRP hull Wooden deck and superstructure with lacquered finish Laser cut ABS internal superstructure panels Metal and plastic detail fittings and small parts Ready made rigging easily installed Ready made sails with sewn panels Hull superstructure etc spray finished using matt paints Factory installed SPEED 600 class electric motor Relatively easy installation of receiving system components Set contents model boatstand small items Specification Overall length approx 1300 mm Beam approx 275 mm Overall height approx 1150 mm All up weight approx 8 5 kg Scale approx 1 30 Manufacturer s declaration from Graupner GmbH amp Co KG Content of the manufacturer s declaration If material defects or manufacturing faults should arise in a product distributed by us in the Feder
7. No liability for printing errors Technical modifications reserved 03 2011 Gliders Brunel Drive Newark Nottinghamshire NG242EG The purchaser should state the material defect or manufacturing fault or the symptoms of the fault in as ac curate a manner as possible so that we can check if our guarantee obligation is applicable The goods are transported from the consumer to us and from us to the consumer at the risk of the consumer Duration of validity This declaration only applies to claims made to us during the claim period as stated in this declaration The claim period is 24 months from the date of purchase of the product by the consumer from a dealer in the Federal Republic of Germany date of purchase If a defect arises after the end of the claim period or if the evidence or documents required according to this declaration in order to make the claim valid are not presented until after this period then the consumer forfeits any rights or claims from this declaration Limitation by lapse of time If we do not acknowledge the validity of a claim based on this declaration within the claim period all claims based on this declaration are barred by the statute of limitations after six months from the time of implementation however this cannot occur before the end of the claim period Applicable law This declaration and the claims rights and obligations arising from it are based exclusively on the pertinent German Law without the no
8. al Republic of Germany and purchased by a consumer 8 13 BGB we Graupner GmbH amp Co KG D 73230 Kirchheim Teck Germany acknowledge the obligation to correct those defects within the limitations described below The consumer is not entitled to exploit this manufacturer s declaration if the failure in the usability of the product is due to natural wear use under competition conditions incompetent or improper use including incorrect installation or external influences This manufacturer s declaration does not affect the consumer s legal or contractual rights regarding defects arising from the purchase contract between the consumer and the vendor dealer Extent of the guarantee If a claim is made under guarantee we undertake at our discretion to repair or replace the defective goods We will not consider supplementary claims especially for reimbursement of costs relating to the defect e g instal lation removal costs and compensation for consequent damages unless they are allowed by statute This does not affect claims based on legal regulations especially according to product liability law Guarantee requirements The purchaser is required to make the guarantee claim in writing and must enclose original proof of purchase e g invoice receipt delivery note and this guarantee card He must send the defective goods to us at his own cost using the following address GRAUPNER GmbH amp Co KG D 73230 KIRCHHEIM TECK GERMANY 1
9. ded operating voltage Higher voltages may cause the motor and or the speed controller to overheat and the electrical wiring could even melt If this should happen a fire could start in which case the model would be wrecked Check that all the drive train components work smoothly and freely This applies in particular when you are running the model as leaves and other detritus can get caught up in the power train If this happens the motor the speed controller and or the rudder servo may be ruined due to overloading Before running the model check that the sheets are free moving and have not become tangled or caught up on the model Dry cells and rechargeable batteries must never be short circuited Do not allow them to come into direct contact with water Remove the drive battery and any dry cells from the boat and the transmitter before storing the model Do not subject the boat to severe humidity heat cold or dirt Secure the model and the transmitter carefully when transporting them as they may be seriously damaged if they are free to slide about Never operate the model on moving water e g a river as it could be washed away downstream if the wind changes if interference occurs or if the battery is depleted If you have to salvage the model take care not to risk your own life or that of others Check regularly that the boat is completely watertight as it may sink if too much water enters the hull Before every run check the
10. er sail suit available sailing is not possible in these conditions Wiring diagram Speed controller Motor os m Ex B G2 connector LI Drive battery L 3068 Receiver Sailwinch Maiden run Wait for a day with optimum wind conditions and seek out a stretch of water where you can easily salvage the boat if necessary Charge up the batteries and check the model s working systems Ensure that all parts are securely attached Now you are ready for the boat s maiden run Be cautious at first and take your time to get used to its sailing characteristics and handling Don t sail the model too far from the bank initially We hope you have loads of fun sailing your WEGA The following items are also required not included in the set Order No Description 33112 mx 12 HoTT computer RC system 5173 REGATTA ECO sailwinch 2875 NAVY V40R speed controller 768 Lead acid battery 6 V 10 Ah 3068 Y lead G2 connectors 2989 Plug socket G2 3389 High flex copper cable 2 5 mm 3368 Velcro tape 500mm Plus approx 2 kg ballast weight e g steel strip from a metal fabrication plant visit your local metal working company and enquire about scrap material We recommend flat rectangular section strip Brass strip is also suitable but is more expensive GRAUPNER GmbH amp Co KG D 73230 KIRCHHEIM TECK
11. hat it sinks The boat is also unsuitable for gusty conditions GRAUPNER GmbH amp Co KG D 73230 KIRCHHEIM TECK GERMANY No liability for printing errors Technical modifications reserved 03 2011 Before you run the model check that the radio control system is working reliably and that all connections are secure If dry cells are to be used as power supply remember that they must never be recharged Only batteries marked specifically as rechargeable can safely be recharged It is important to check the effective range of the radio control system before each session switch on the transmitter and receiving system ask a friend to hold the transmitter and walk about 100 m away holding the model Your assistant should operate the controls constantly and the model must respond reliably Check whether the channel you wish to use is not already occupied Never switch the system on if you are not sure whether your channel is already in use Note that other transmitters and radio equipment are capable of causing serious interference to your model If possible ensure that no equipment of this type is in use in the vicinity while you are operating your model Never work on the model s power system unless the drive battery is isolated from the system When the drive battery is connected make sure that you and everybody else always keep clear of the area around the propeller as this represents a serious injury risk Do not exceed the recommen
12. ing errors Technical modifications reserved Assembly instructions GRAUPNER GmbH amp Co KG D 73230 KIRCHHEIM TECK GERMANY Carefully unpack the model the masts and all the small items NOTE don t forget the four davits they are packed in white protective film and are easily overlooked Assemble the boatstand and glue the joints Uses the tip of a knife to lever up the central leaf spring in the receiver connector attached to the sailwinch then cautiously withdraw the red wire and its contact from the connector housing Bend the wire double and wrap adhesive tape round the bare contact to insulate it NOTE this measure is necessary because both the sailwinch and the speed controller feature a BEC system and only one of them may be used If you are installing the recommended RC components the NAVY V40R features the more powerful BEC system so this one should be used Unscrew the sheet guide flange and install the sailwinch in the appropriate position Unscrew the bezel from the sailwinch switch fit the switch through the opening from the underside and screw the bezel on the switch again NOTE check that the bezel is the right way round switch ON OFF position Press the switch into the opening No liability for printing errors Technical modifications reserved 03 2011 e Run the three sheets through the holes in the winding reel and tie them all together IMPORTANT apply a drop of cyano acrylate to
13. rd side of the boat 2b etc Fast efficient tacking with a sailing boat demands a good eye and considerable manual skill and ranks as the true art of sailing The other courses are not so demanding If the wind is blowing from the side the sails are slackened paid out just to the point where they no longer shiver i e around 30 to 45 relative to the boat s longitudinal axis This course is known as sailing with wind abeam 3a wind abeam on the port bow 3b wind abeam on the starboard bow Segel Kursskizze Sketch of the points of sailing Anlufen Luffing Abfallen Bearing away If the boat bears away even further bearing away the boat turns away from the wind i e the stern turns increasingly in the direction of the wind ll uffing the boat s bow turns increasingly towards the direction of the wind I ending up on a course with free wind where the sails are paid out to about 60 to the boat s centreline 4a 4b The boat only attains its maximum speed on these two headings If the boat is sailing directly away from the wind downwind we speak of running before the wind On this course the sails should be paid out as far as possible approx 90 to the boat s centreline Differential pressure conditions on the sails cause the jib to turn to the opposite side to the mainsail by itself but this situation can also be generated deliberately by small rudder course corrections If the wind is or becomes too
14. rms of international private law and excluding UN retail law Important safety notes You have purchased a kit which can be assembled to produce a fully working RC model boat when fitted out with the appropriate accessories As manufacturers we at GRAUPNER are not in a position to influence the way you install operate and maintain the boat nor the other components used in connection with the model For this reason we are obliged to deny all liability for loss damage or costs which are incurred due to the incompetent or incorrect use and operation of our products or which are connected with such operation in any way Unless otherwise prescribed by binding law the obligation of the GRAUPNER company to pay compensation regardless of the legal argument employed is excluded This includes personal injury death damage to buildings loss of trade or turnover interruption of business or other indirect or direct damages which are caused by the operation of the model Under all circumstances and in all cases the company s overall liability is limited to the amount which you actually paid for this model The model is operated at the sole risk of the operator To avoid injury to persons and damage to property please handle your model boat carefully and operate it conscientiously at all times Before you run the boat for the first time it is important to check that your private third party insurance policy provides cover when you are operating model boa
15. s are fully close hauled Tie the sheets to the booms but use knots which can be loosened again later Slacken the sails until the winch is at the other end of its travel If the linear movement is insufficient increase the travel at the winch CAUTION since the winch travel is now greater in the close hauled direction the sheets must be loosened at the booms before you make this adjustment The sails can now be adjusted in a similar manner When you are confident that the sail settings are correct you can secure the sheets permanently GRAUPNER GmbH amp Co KG D 73230 KIRCHHEIM TECK GERMANY m No liability for printing errors Technical modifications reserved 03 2011 Glue the radar apparatus in the intended position and insert the three pins Glue the four davits in the openings in the deck i e E v y w EU IT GRAUPNER GmbH amp Co KG D 73230 KIRCHHEIM TECK GERMANY No liability for printing errors Technical modifications reserved 11 03 2011 e Place your finished fully equipped model in the water so that you can install the ballast weight and adjust the boat s trim scrap steel strip from your local metal factor is a good form of ballast Place the ballast weights as low down in the hull as possible Once the model is floating correctly fix the ballast in place really securely it must be impossible for it to shift when the boat is in the water TIP it is best to use Velcro tape for this
16. strong the bow of a sailing boat can very easily be pushed under the water If the boat is sailing with free wind is brought into a position before the wind using the rudder bearing away GRAUPNER GmbH amp Co KG D 73230 KIRCHHEIM TECK GERMANY 12 No liability for printing errors Technical modifications reserved 03 2011 and is then steered back to a free wind heading using the rudder approximately at right angles to the former course with free wind the boat is said to have performed a gybe Gybing is complete when the main boom paid out a long way swings from one side of the boat to the other Steering characteristics Sailing characteristics Variations in wind pressure make it difficult for a sailing boat to maintain its course by itself gusts of wind may cause it to luff up by itself i e turn into the wind to a greater or lesser extent This can be prevented by slightly paying out the sails in good time and also by applying slight opposite rudder if necessary until the gust is past If the boat should bear away the sails should be paid out at the same time as the necessary corrective rudder movement is applied Otherwise in fairly strong winds the boat will tend simply to continue stubbornly in a straight line ignoring the corrective rudder commands Please note that any sailing boat will turn uncontrollably into the wind if the breeze is too powerful This means that the sail area is too great if there is no alternative small
17. the knot to secure it IMPORTANT ensure that the upper sheets are wound onto the upper reel When you are satisfied screw the sheet guide flange in place again IMPORTANT check that the sheets are not tangled or twisted before you secure the flange Wind a short length of the sheets onto the winding reel then fit the winding reel on the sailwinch and tighten the retaining screw GRAUPNER GmbH amp Co KG D 73230 KIRCHHEIM TECK GERMANY 2 No liability for printing errors Technical modifications reserved 03 2011 e Prepare the rudder servo by pressing the rubber grommets into the servo mounting lugs and pushing the brass spacer sleeves through the grommets from the underside Place the rudder servo in the appropriate aperture and fit the retaining screws e Use a 2 mm bit to drill out the centre hole in the double sided servo output lever Fit the angled end of the pre formed pushrod in the hole and secure it with the retaining clip The prepared output lever can now be screwed to the servo after setting it to centre from the transmitter GRAUPNER GmbH amp Co KG D 73230 KIRCHHEIM TECK GERMANY No liability for printing errors Technical modifications reserved 03 2011 e Solder a G2 connector to the motor wires referring to the wiring diagram on page 13 is red is black Check the direction of operation of the motor when the battery is connected the motor shaft must rotate in such a way
18. this by pulling on the propeller if there is axial play in the shaft then one of the grubscrews is loose Tighten any loose grubscrews cautiously following TIP 1 above to gain access to them IMPORTANT we recommend that you apply a drop of thread lock fluid e g UHU schraubensicher Order No 952 to each grubscrew as vibration when the boat is operating may cause them to work loose again e Connect the speed controller wires to those attached to the motor and fix the controller to the inside of the hull using Velcro hook and loop tape e Connect the two battery connectors to the distributor lead Order No 3068 e Attach the receiver to the inside of the coaming under the bridge superstructure Stick the aerials of the HoTT receiver in place with the final 30 mm of the aerial wires pointing upward this will ensure optimum reception If you are using a conventional 40 MHz receiver the wire aerial must be deployed under the deck and taped in place IMPORTANT it is essential to locate the aerial or aerials above the waterline otherwise radio reception will not be possible GRAUPNER GmbH amp Co KG D 73230 KIRCHHEIM TECK GERMANY 3 No liability for printing errors Technical modifications reserved 03 2011 Solder multi strand copper cable of adequate length to the drive battery and solder a G2 connector socket to the free ends Place the battery in the centre of the model and secure it with Velcro tape Take great care
19. ts of this kind If you are not sure take out a special insurance policy designed to cover the risks of RC modelling These safety notes are important and must be kept in a safe place If you ever dispose of the model be sure to pass them on to the new owner The following points are important and must be observed at all times e This model is not suitable for children or young persons under fourteen years of age e The projecting parts of the model may be sharp and the tips of aerials and masts could cause eye injuries e The parent or guardian must supervise the model s assembly as there are certain dangers inherent in the use of tools and adhesives e Always operate the model carefully when there are persons or animals in the water Always keep well clear of people and animals e Do not run your boat in protected sites animal or plant sanctuaries or sites of special scientific interest SSSI Check with your local authority that the location you wish to use is suitable for model boats e Neverrun the model in salt water e Never operate your boat in adverse conditions e g rain storm wind above Beaufort Scale 3 choppy water or strong currents e Since the model is dependent upon the wind it should only be operated in light breezes of 1 to 2 Beaufort defined as leaves moving slightly in the wind In stronger winds the boat may heel over severely and be impossible to control in the worst case it could take on so much water t
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