Taiyo A45849R Stealth Hoovercraft User Manual USERS MANUAL
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Precautions
Safety first
• Adult supervision strongly recommended, and use extra caution, when playing near
water or ice. Stay off of lakes or any other body of water.
• Drive your vehicle in a safe area away from people, pets, cars, etc. Do not drive on
streets or after dark.
• Do not touch or try to pick up the vehicle when it is in motion. Wait until it stops
completely.
• Keep hair, fingers, face and loose clothing away from top and rear propellers while
the vehicle is switched on or while the transmitter is operating.
• Never block rotation of top lift fan or stick any object through top, bottom or rear
grilles.
• Do not drive hovercraft into walls or other hard objects.
• Be a responsible Stealth HovercraftTM operator!
Batteries and Charger
Included: 9.6-Volt Rechargeable Battery Pack and Battery Charger for NiCd or NiMH
Battery Packs and One 9-Volt (6LR61).
Not included: Optional High Capacity NiCd or NiMH Battery Packs with 750mAh or
higher.
Use those optional batteries for a longer run time.
Battery Cautions
CAUTION: TO AVOID BATTERY LEAKAGE. (OF 9-VOLT (6LR61), 9.6V NiCd OR
NiMH RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES)
1. Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly and follow the toy and battery
manufacturer's instructions.
2. Make sure battery polarity (direction) is correct.
3. Use only battery type(s) recommended.
4. Remove rechargeable batteries from the product before charging. Recharge bat-
teries only under adult supervision and follow the battery and charger
manufacturer's instructions.
Other Battery Cautions
1. Use caution removing battery from vehicle after use. Battery may be hot.
2. Never pull the battery pack out of the vehicle by the wire or plug. Never unplug the
battery by pulling on the battery.
3. Remove batteries from the product for storage.
4. Do not recharge non-rechargeable batteries.
5. Do not short-circuit battery terminals.
6. Dispose of batteries safely and properly, according to your local requirements.
NOTE: NICKEL CADMIUM BATTERIES MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED
PROPERLY.
ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT BATTERY SAFETY INFORMATION
• Regularly examine charger and battery pack for damage, including plugs, casings
and all other parts. If damaged, do not use.
• Not intended for children under 3 years old.
• Make sure the batteries are inserted with correct polarity and follow the toy and
battery manufacturer's instructions.
• Remove weak or exhausted batteries from the product.
• Battery replacement should be done in presence of adult.
• Only batteries of the same type or equivalent type as recommended in the "Battery
Installation" (or replacement) instructions are to be used.
• Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be used.
• If removable rechargeable batteries are to be used, they are only to be charged
under adult supervision.
• Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from the product before they are charged.
• If you use a battery charger, it should be examined regularly for damage to the
cord, plug, enclosure and other parts. Do not use a damaged battery charger until
it has been properly repaired.
• Dispose of batteries safely and properly.
THIS PRODUCT USES A NICKEL CADMIUM BATTERY. MUST BE RECYCLED
OR DISPOSED PROPERLY.
Contact your local area office of solid waste management or other appro-
priate local agency for information.
Battery Charging and Care
(Batteries and Charger included)
Vehicle will not run without a 9.6V rechargeable NiCd or NiMH battery pack and
matching charger, commonly available for R/C vehicles at many toy and hobby deal-
ers.
Always follow the instructions that come with your battery pack and recharger. Adult
supervision of battery charging is recommended.
Running and Charging Times
1. NiCd and NiMH battery packs are not like alkaline batteries. They lose all their
power suddenly, not gradually, and vehicle will stop very soon after slowing down
becomes noticeable, with little warning. This is normal, but keep it in mind, espe-
cially when operating on water, since you need to get the vehicle back before the
battery power runs out.
2. Typical running time will be between 7 to 8 minutes for a typical freshly charged
NiCd battery pack in good condition (9 to 13 min. for NiMH), but do not rely on this
until you observe how long your battery runs in your vehicle under the conditions
you operate in.
Running time may vary over life of battery, with the first few charge cycles yielding
shorter run times than later charges.
BATTERY CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: "CONDITION" BATTERY PACK FOR BEST RESULTS BY CHARGING AC-
CORDING TO THESE INSTRUCTIONS ON EVERY CHARGE. ON THE FIRST
CHARGE, EXPECT A SHORTER RUN TIME. RUN TIMES WILL INCREASE OVER
THE NEXT 6 CHARGES, REACHING SPECIFIED RUN TIMES.
Drain Down-Cool Down-Charge Up
1. After the first charge, for best performance always run the battery pack all the way
down before recharging. Run until vehicle wheels/fans/motors slow to a stop.
Note: If you are operating a boat, hovercraft or other water vehicle in water,
retrieve the vehicle while battery power is still strong and perform this Drain
Down procedure on land. (Don't operate other kinds of vehicles in or near
water.)
2. Allow the battery pack to cool before recharging.
Battery Heat
1. Battery gets hot after use! This is normal, but be careful. Wait until battery is cool
(20 minutes or more if needed) before charging. Charging batteries when they
are hot will severely reduce the number of times they can be recharged.
2. After charging, battery pack will be warm. This is normal.
RECHARGING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Plug wall pack charger into a standard wall outlet.
2. Connect the battery pack plug to the charger plug as shown in Section II.
3. Red light on charger will light to show charger is operating. Normal charging time
is approximately 4 hours.
4. Unplug charger from wall after 4 hours of charging.
5. After charging, battery pack will feel warm. This is normal.
Rechargeable Battery Tips
1. Don't overcharge the battery pack. Unplug the charger from the wall at the end of
the recommended charging time. (Approximately 4 hours)
2. NiMH battery packs are not like alkaline batteries. They lose all their power sud-
denly, not gradually, and vehicle will stop very soon after slowing down becomes
noticeable, with little warning. This is normal, but keep it in mind, especially when
operating on water, since you need to get the vehicle back before the battery
power runs out.
3. Store your battery pack discharged.
4. Your battery pack will hold a charge for a shorter time in hot weather. Otherwise,
you can charge a battery a day or so in advance of your use or for gift giving.
5. It's better to charge for the full 4 hours, even though the vehicle may operate with
a partial battery charge.
6. When the use out of this battery pack becomes shorter and shorter, it is most likely
time to replace the battery pack.
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I. CONTENTS & FEATURES
This kit includes:
A. Hovercraft x 1
B. Transmitter x 1
C. 9.6V NiCd battery pack
D. 9V(6LR61) battery
E. Battery charger
F. Manual x 1
q STEALTH HOVERCRAFT
(Side View)
q Lift Fan
w Air Bag Skirt
e Drive Propellers
r On/Off Switch (on Back Rear)
w Transmitter
q Transmitter Antenna
w Motor Stop Button
e Control Stick for Left Side Propeller
r Control Stick for Right Side Propeller
There is no on/off switch on Transmitter.
Moving the sticks turns it on
automatically.
II. BATTERY INSTALLATION
q Transmitter
To remove, reverse the installation pro-
cedure
q Slide open the battery door in the
direction as shown in the figure, while
lightly pressing its center.
w Insert a 9V (006P) battery with the
polarity (+/-) as shown on the bottom of
battery compartment.
e Replace battery door, following the
removal procedure in reverse.
w Hovercraft
This product should be used with adult
supervision.
Fully charge 9.6V battery pack in advance of
your use.
q Turn the latches located at the rear of
canopy to unlock, slide canopy forward
and remove.
w Connect 9.6V battery pack connector
with the vehicle connector. (Make sure
the orientation of the connectors is
correct.)
e Insert 9.6V battery pack into battery
compartment.
r Replace canopy following the removal
procedure in reverse, turn the latches to
lock.
CAUTION: Use only the battery pack sup-
plied with this toy. Do not use any other
source.
III. BEFORE OPERATION
Turn vehicle power on.
IV. THROTTLE CONTROLS
The transmitter's controls operate the power
of the hovercraft's engines.
q FORWARD (Push both sticks forward.)
w REVERSE THRUST (Pull both sticks
back.)
e LEFT TURN (FORWARD) (Push right
stick forward.)
RIGHT TURN (BACK THRUST) (Pull
right stick back.)
r RIGHT TURN (FORWARD)(Push left
stick forward.)
LEFT TURN (BACK THRUST) (Pull left
stick back.)
t LEFT SPIN (At the same time, pull left
stick back and push right stick forward.)
y RIGHT SPIN (At the same time, pull
right stick back and push left stick
forward.)
u MOTOR STOP (Push the upper right red
button.)
* The propellers and the lift fans stop.
Do not stop the motor when operating
on water.
V. CARE AFTER USE
The air bag skirt may fill with dirt and water
during vehicle operation. After playing with the
vehicle, remove the air bag skirt and clean
the inside.
q Pull and remove the air bag skirt from
the skirt holder on the rear of the vehicle.
w Clear away the dirt and water, If any
excess water, dry the inside of the air
bag skirt with a clean soft cloth.
e Insert the air bag skirt into the skirt
holder. When inserting the skirt, be sure
to use the attached skirt plate on the
backside of canopy. Using a substitute
may damage the skirt.
VI.
CAUTIONS DURING PLAYING WITH VEHICLE
q Keep your fingers and other objects
away from the lift fans and propellers
while they are rotating at a high speed.
w Do not drive your vehicle on streets or in
a crowded place. When driving on
inclines or in a place exposed to strong
wind, use extra caution as the vehicle
may be influenced.
e This vehicle is not water-proofing.
Immersing it into water may lead to a
malfunction.
r Adult supervision is strongly recom-
mended when playing near water. Do not
drive your vehicle on the sea and wavy
water surface, or where a rapid current
flows. Stay away from where waves rise
due to a strong wind. Also avoid driving
on dirty water surface or where
waterweed grows dense, otherwise a
malfunction may occur. Operate your
vehicle on water with due care to the
distance and battery life, since you need
to get the vehicle back before the battery
power runs out.
t The vehicle may not run on a surface
with high friction resistance, such as
sands, grass, or carpet.
y Do not store the vehicle in a place near
a heater or the like where temperature
rises. After use, remove the transmitter
battery and the main battery then store
the vehicle.
BATTERY SAFETY INFORMATION
Batteries may leak fluids that can cause a
chemical burn injury or ruin your toy (prod-
uct). To avoid battery leakage:
• Insert batteries as indicated inside the
battery compartment.
• Remove batteries during long periods of
non-use. Always remove exhausted
batteries from the toy (product). Dispose
of batteries safely.
• Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire.
They may explode or leak.
• Never short-circuit the battery terminals.
• Use only batteries of the same or
equivalent type, as recommended.
• Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.
• If removable, rechargeable batteries are
used in the hovercraft and/or transmitter,
they are only to be charged under adult
supervision.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• DO NOT RECHARGE THE BATTERY IF
IT FEELS HOT. ALLOW IT TO COOL
BEFORE RECHARGING.
• NOT ATTEMPT TO USE OR CHARGE
THE BATTERY IF IT SHOWS SIGNS OF
LEAKAGE OR CORROSION.
• DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE NiCd
BATTERY. THE NiCd BATTERY IS A
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SEALED NiCd (NICKEL-CADMIUM)
BATTERY.
- IF THE HOVERCRAFT, BATTERY AND
TRANSMITTER ARE WET, THOR-
OUGHLY DRY BEFORE USING OR
CHARGING.
- REGULARLY EXAMINE ALL WIRES AND
CONNECTORS. IN THE EVENT OF
DAMAGE, DO NOT USE.
The hovercraft is powered by Nickel-Cad-
mium technology, and requires no special pro-
cedures or precautions for disposal. However,
as with all products, you should dispose of
your NiCd battery in an environmentally re-
sponsible and considerate manner.
Important:
- If driving time becomes shorter or
propellers does not turn with full power,
the capacity of the 9V battery or 9.6V
battery pack are insufficient. (Power LED
light becomes dimmer as batteries wear.)
It is the tale-tell sign you need to replace
the 9V battery or recharge the 9.6V
battery pack.
- Be sure to recharge the hovercraft just
before driving it. If you do not play with the
hovercraft immediately after recharging,
the charge is drained and the hovercraft
cannot drive.
- When the battery temperature gets too
high, the circuit shuts off automatically to
protect the receiver circuit and the battery
in the hovercraft. In such a case, wait until
the battery cools down before recharging
or playing with the hovercraft.
- If the rechargeable battery is repeatedly
charged without being sufficiently
discharged first, the capacity will gradually
decrease (memory effect of battery). This
is a characteristic of rechargeable
batteries. Be sure to start recharging after
operating the propellers until they nearly
stop.
VII. SAFETY INFORMATION
Adults, this toy is recommended for children
8 years of age and older. To ensure that the
child's play is both safe and fun, please re-
view the operating instructions and these
general safety rules with the child.
- Keep fingers, hair and loose clothing away
from the propellers while the hovercraft is
switched ON.
- Adult supervision is recommended when
the hovercraft is being operated.
- To avoid accidental operation, remove the
removable battery when not in use.
- If the hovercraft and/or transmitter get
wet, discontinue use until they are
completely dry.
Thoroughly wipe off all moisture and allow
them to air-dry completely before use.
- DO NOT drive in the street! Make sure
you have plenty of open space in all
directions (please see Section VI).
- Regularly inspect the antenna for cracks
or breaks. Do NOT bend the transmitter
antenna. DO NOT use the transmitter if
the antenna is broken.
- The hovercraft 's wire antenna is fragile.
Never pull or tug on the antenna, as it may
loosen or detach from the hovercraft.
Never coil or knot the antenna.
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.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
When vehicle does not float
Make sure the vehicle power is on.
Make sure the main battery and the
transmitter battery have sufficient
charge.
Make sure the skirt is correctly in-
serted.
Check if the skirt is broken.
Check the skirt for punctures due
to rocks or broken pavement.
When vehicle does not move or moves
slowly
Check if any unauthorized batter-
ies are used.
Make sure the main battery and the
transmitter battery have sufficient
charge.
Check if the distance between the
transmitter and the vehicle exceeds
30m.
Drive on a surface with high fric-
tion resistance, such as sands,
grass, or carpet.
When vehicle is not operational
Make sure the vehicle power is on.
Make sure the main battery and the
transmitter battery have sufficient
charge.
Check if the main battery and the
transmitter battery are inserted with
correct polarity.
Check if the distance between the
transmitter and the vehicle exceeds
30m.
Check if a near transmitter pro-
duces interference or signals with
the same frequency. In such a
case, move to another place or try
after a while.
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