Interactive Toy Concepts 423XXTX27 SNOWMOBILE User Manual Polaris usa euro 60322 qxp

Interactive Toy Concepts Limited SNOWMOBILE Polaris usa euro 60322 qxp

USERS MANUAL

INS-41011USEU-60322Congratulations on the purchase of your Radio controlledsnowmobile. Your new snowmobile is modeled after the real life andis specifically designed to be used outdoors on flat, packed snow.However to make your model more versatile, we have included asecond set of (indoor) skis with built-in wheels to allow you to useyour sled indoors on low-pile carpet. . The design of the radio controlled Snowmobile closely follows itsfull-size counterpart in terms of styling and functionality featuringtrue front and rear suspension systems, a high speed drive track,powerful electric motors and even a scale rider figure! Use under adult supervision!Copyright © 2006 INTERACTIVE TOY CONCEPTS LTD. - Printed in ChinaRadio Controlled Snowmobile• Radio-Controlled Model • Outdoor / Indoor Use• Quiet & Clean Electric Power. • Requires a 9V Battery for the Transmitter • Requires a 9.6 Vrechargeable NiCd or NiMH battery for snowmobile (may be included in this package).CCAAUUTTIIOONN:: EELLEECCTTRRIICCAALLLLYYOOPPEERRAATTEEDD PPRROODDUUCCTT::AC CHARGER USED BY ADULT ONLY. NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER 8YEARS OF AGE. AS WITH ALL ELECTRICPRODUCTS, PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BEOBSERVED DURING HANDLING AND USE TOPREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK.INPUT: AC120V 60HZ 13WOUTPUT: DC12V 300mA UL LISTED CHARGER
The Snowmobile is quite rugged but, as with any sophisticated device, you must learn howto operate it and care for it. Please read this manual thoroughly and be sure to operate yourmodel only under adult supervision.Do not attempt to open the body of the snowmobile or to modify the snowmobile or radiocontrol unit in any way. Doing so will void your warranty and may result in permanentdamage to your model.GlossaryMotor: The snowmobile has a sealed electric motor for propulsion and a separateelectric motor for steering.Battery Pack: The Snowmobileuses a standard 9.6 V NiCd orNiMH rechargeable battery packwith a standard Tamiya-styleconnector plug. This battery packis used to power the electric driveand steering motors as well as the radio receiver. Run time is approximately 10 to15 minutes of constant use on a full charge.Transmitter: The radio control transmitter allows you to control the model'sdirection of motion. The left stick causes the model to move forward or backwardand the right stick causes the sled to turn left or right.Your Snowmobile package contains the followingTransmitterTransmitter antennaSnowmobile Indoor SkisPrepare the TransmitterInstall remote control unit battery:Requires 1 X 9V battery (not included).1) Slide opens the battery door.2) Install a 9V alkaline battery as the picture shown, ensuring that the polarity iscorrect. 3) Replace the battery door. 4) Insert the transmitter antenna into the top of the transmitter and thread it intoplace. Do not overtighten.Charge the Onboard Battery Pack1) Charge your 9.6V NiCd or NiMH battery pack. Follow the instructions includedwith your AC or DC charger.2) After each snowmobiling session, remove the battery pack from the snowmobileand allow it to cool before recharging. Failure to do so will significantly shortenits lifespan.IMPORTANT Battery Information:“*Install or replace the batteries by adult only.” 1) Never allow the battery pack to become hot during charging - this will causepermanent damage. Warm is okay - hot is not!2) Never leave a battery pack unattended while it is being charged. 3) Never recharge a warm or hot battery. Always allow the battery to cool to ambient temperature.4) Do not overcharge the battery pack by letting it charge for too long.5) Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from toy before being charged.6) Rechargeable batteries are to be charged only under adult supervision.Pre-Use Preparation1) Before turning on your transmitter, make sure that no one in the vicinity is usinga radio controlled model on thesame frequency as yourself. Thefrequency of your model is shownon the tag located on the lowerright, of your transmitter's face.2) Open the battery compartmentlocated at the rear of thesnowmobile, by gently pushing down while pulling backwards onit.Then, gently pull the power plug partway out and plug in a freshly chargedbattery (ensuring that theplug orientations are correct). Close the battery compartmenthatch.3) Switch on the transmitter andconfirm that the red power LEDilluminates. Note: always switchon the transmitter first and turn itoff last. The snowmobile shouldnever be on while the transmitteris off. If it is, then the receiver mayreceive stray radio signals and cause the motors to switch on and off at randomtimes - this can be quite dangerous.4) Slide the sled's power switch (located under the windscreen) to the 'on' position.5) While an assistant holds the model off the ground perform the following tests.Note: caution your assistant to keep his or her fingers away from the drive trackand steering mechanisms.Move the left transmitter stick forward - the track should move from front to back.Move the left stick backward - the track should move from back to front.Move the right transmitter stick to the right - The skis should turn to the right.Move the right transmitter stick to the left - The skis should turn to the left.6) Range check your transmitter - walk about 50 feet from the model and test tosee if the motors respond to your stick movements. If they do not, ensure that the9.6V onboard battery is fully charged or put fresh batteries into the transmitter.1INS-41011USEU-60322SafetyThe Snowmobile is a sophisticated model and should be treated as such.Improper use could cause damage to you, bystanders and/or property. Pleasefollow all safety precautions and assembly instructions listed within this manualand use common sense when operating the model! Be careful not to hit anythingwith the skis to prevent damage to them and to the steering mechanism. Do notoperate it near roads, bodies of water, vehicles, 'real' snowmobiles, pets andbystanders.Note that the Snowmobile model is electric powered and that electricity andwater do not 'mix' well. While the snowmobile is snow-resistant, it is notwaterproof. Keep it out of wet snow, rain and away from puddles. Otherwise youmay seriously damage your machine.Learning to Operate your R/C snowmobileWe strongly recommend that you seek the help of an experienced R/C hobbyistto help you to learn to operate your new model. Basic Safety Precautions1) Do not modify the snowmobile or radio; this will void your warranty.2) Test your snowmobile before every use and clean any packed snow out of thedrivetrain area.3) The Snowmobile is designed to be used on packed, flat snow only. Do notattempt to use the sled in powder or on rough and broken snow as it may fall intoruts and holes or hit snow-boulders. Damage to your sled may result. 4) Always use your snowmobile in large open areas only. Do not operate yourmodel near people, cars, buildings, trees or other obstructions.5) Ensure that the transmitter has fresh batteries and that the onboard batterypack is fully charged before operating your model.6) Always range-check your transmitter prior to every session.North Americancharger shown above
Site Selection and WeatherYour snowmobiling site should be a large, empty and flat area with a smooth, hard-packed, snow-covered surface. If you try to operate your snowmobile in damp,“packing” snow, you will find that you frequently have to clear snow out of thedrivetrain to prevent it from clogging the moving parts.Avoid places that have many trees, buildings, people or other obstructions. Avoidareas where other R/C models are in operation since your radio transmitter maycause a frequency conflict with them. If this happens, both models will go out ofcontrol. Be very careful to keep your model away from people. Though thePOLARIS®is lightweight, nevertheless it can cause injury if it hits someone.TIP:Snow can pack the drivetrain of your snowmobile causing a loss of performance.To minimize this, spray some silicone spray on the drivetrain, it will help preventthe snow from becoming packed in the belt.Indoor UseThe Snowmobile is designed to be used outdoors on snow however we haveincluded a second set of skis (with built-in wheels) so you can also use yourSnowmobile indoors on carpet. Do not use the indoor skis outside, and do not usethe outdoor skis inside. Each is designed for a specific surface.Installation of Indoor-SkisEach ski is held to the shock strut of your snowmobile by a small Phillips-headscrew located on the ski 'swivel' mount. To change skis, simply remove this screw,swap skis and reinstall the screw. OperationMove the (left) throttle stick on the transmitter forward, the Snowmobile willmove forward. To cause it to come to a stop simply release the left control stick.To reverse, first allow the snowmobile to come to a complete stop then move thecontrol stick backward (toward yourself). The model will start to move in reverse.To steer, get the sled moving, then move the right-hand stick either left or right:the snowmobile will respond by moving either left or right (respectively). Notethat all remotely piloted vehicles exhibit control reversal, a phenomenon that takessome getting used to and is very disorienting for beginners. See below for anexplanation.Control ReversalAs mentioned above, all remotely controlled vehicles exhibit control reversalwhen approaching the ground-based pilot. When the model is moving away fromyou and you push the steering stick to the left (for instance) the model turns left.However when the model is coming towards you and you push the steering stickto the left, the model appears to turn to the right - this is very confusing forstudents! Though the model is responding correctly, it appears to be turning in the"wrong" direction. If you look at this from the model's perspective though(imagine yourself in the pilot's seat), the model is in fact still turning left. You mustget used to this apparent reversal of controls so that your reactions are instinctiveregardless of the model's direction. In the beginning, it might help to turn yourback to the approaching model and look over your shoulder. Another approach tohelp you to deal with this phenomenon, is to use a PC simulator-style game andselect a remote view of the model. Your virtual model will exhibit control reversalwhen approaching you. Learning to control a crashable model 'onscreen' will help to prepare you for the 'real' thing.After UseSwitch off your sled, and then switch off your transmitter. Open the batterycompartment and remove the battery pack. Allow it to cool to room temperature.This is very important. The battery will be quite warm after it's rapid dischargeduring the snowmobiling session and if you charge it immediately, before allowingit to cool, you will damage the battery. Check the snowmobile thoroughly for anydamage and be sure to repair anything that might need to be repaired prior to usingit again.Replacement PartsIf you need to, you can order replacement parts directly from us. Please call (416) 444-6873 or send email to info@interactivetoy.comWarrantyInteractive Toy Concepts guarantees your snowmobile to be free frommanufacturing defects for a period of 90 days from date of purchase. This warrantydoes not cover any modifications or parts damaged by the owner. In no case willInteractive Toy Concepts' liability exceed the original cost of the kit. InteractiveToy Concepts reserves the right to change this warranty without notice. InteractiveToy Concepts assumes no liability over final assembly or for any damage resultingfrom the use of this product. If the buyer is not prepared to accept liabilityassociated with use of the snowmobile, he/she should return it in unused conditionto the place of purchaseBattery Recycling & DisposalIt may be illegal to dispose of the rechargeable NiCd battery in your municipalwaste. Please check with local authorities. Do not try to open the battery pack!Field Strength and measurement distance:27MHz - 45.7 dB uV/m at 3 meter.49MHz - 47.3 dB uV/m at 3 meter.2INS-41011USEU-60322FCC Note: USA onlyThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation issubject to the following two conditions:1) This device may not cause harmful interference2) This device must accept any interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesired operation.Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the partyresponsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate theequipment. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with thelimits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Theselimits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interferencein a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radiofrequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with theinstructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. Ifthis equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user isencouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the followingmeasures:1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which thereceiver is connected.4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.Industry Canada Notice: Canada onlyThis radiocommunication device complies with all the requirements ofIndustry Canada Standard RSS-310. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions:1) This device may not cause harmful interference2) This device must accept any interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesired operation.FCC NOTE:THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY RADIO OR TV INTERFERENCE CAUSED BY UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENT. SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD VOID THE USER'S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.
INS-41011USEU-603223Open the Battery Compartment & Remove the Battery1) Open the battery compartment located at the rear of the snowmobile, by gently pushing downwhile pulling backwards on it.2) Gently pull out the battery connector and the battery.3) Unplug the battery from the snowmobile by depressing the catch located on one side of theconnector, and pulling the plug halves apart.Charge the Battery Pack1) After each snowmobiling session, remove the battery pack from the snowmobile and allow it tocool before recharging. Failure to do so will significantly shorten its lifespan.2) Connect the output plug of the charger to the input plug of the battery pack. Notice that the plugscan only be connected in one orientation - do not force them.Install the BatteryInstallation is simply the reverse of removal.! IMPORTANT1) Never allow the battery pack to become hot during charging - this will cause permanentdamage. Warm is okay - hot is not!2) Never leave a battery unattended while it is being charged. 3) Never recharge a hot battery. Always allow it to cool4) If you use an after-market charger, never charge the battery at a rate greater than 1000 mA.5) If the battery is not completely discharged before recharging, the charging time may bereduced. Again, do not allow the battery to get hot!6) The AC adapter should be examined periodically to ensure that it is undamaged. Failure to dothis may result in the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to people. In the event that the adaptershows signs of abuse, it should not be used until repaired by a certified technician.SpecificationsSome versions of the Snowmobile include a battery pack and charger. Specifications (subject tochange without notice) are listed below.R/C snowmobile battery informationUSA & Canada versionChargerInput: 120 V AC, 60 Hz, 13 WOutput: 12 V DC, 300 mACharge Time: 4 hoursBatteryOutput Voltage: 9.6 VCapacity: 600 mAh(North American charger shown above)Euro versionChargerInput: 230 V AC, 50 Hz, 14 WOutput: 12 V DC, 300 mACharge Time: 4 hoursBatteryOutput Voltage: 9.6 VCapacity: 600 mAh

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