AMEWI Fairplay I Schlepper Boat
Operation Manual
Models: 26109, 26110
Welcome to AMEWI
The AMEWI Trade GmbH is an international import- and wholesale company for R/C models, toys and creative items, located in Borchen near Paderborn, Germany. Our product range includes over 10,000 items. Above all, this includes remote-controlled car, helicopter, boat, and tank models as well as a wide range of accessories and all necessary spare parts. Our sales network includes over 700 specialist dealer and online retailers across Europe.
The company AMEWI Trade GmbH is a pure wholesale company. We only sell our products to retailers. When you purchase AMEWI products as an end consumer, you are entering into a contract with the retailer. Please always contact your dealer in warranty cases.
AMEWI Trade GmbH
Nikolaus-Otto-Str. 18
33178 Borchen
Germany
Servicezeiten: Tuesday 9:30 – 12:00 | Thursday 14:00 – 16:30
Phone: +49 180 5009821 (Landline 14Ct/Min., Mobile max. 42Ct/Min.)
Support: https://amewi.com
Declaration of Conformity
This product has been manufactured according to actual technical standards. The product is matching the requirements of the existing European and national guidelines. The Declaration of Conformity has been proofed. AMEWI Trade GmbH declares that this product is matching the basic requirements and remaining regulations of the guideline 2014/53/EU (RED). The declarations and documents are stored at the manufacturer and can be requested and applied there. https://amewi.com/Konformitaetserklaerungen
For additional questions to the product and conformity please contact: Amewi Trade GmbH Nikolaus-Otto-Str. 18, 33178 Borchen Germany or website https://amewi.com.
[CE Mark]
Security and Hazard Warnings
Warning!
For damage, caused by disregarding of the manual, warranty expires. We are not liable for secondary failures, material, or personal damage, caused by improper usage or disregarding the security notices.
Based on security and registration (CE) reasons, it is forbidden to modify the product personally. Do not disassemble the product.
Small parts. Danger of suffocation or risk of injury caused by small parts.
Suitable for people aged 8+!
The product is not allowed to get moist or wet. The product is only allowed to be used on flat and clean surfaces. Even a drop down from a small height can cause damage to the product.
Battery Notice & Disposal
Attention! Battery do not belong in the hands of children. A change of the battery must be done by an adult person.
Never mix rechargeable batteries with non-rechargeable batteries. Never mix fully charged batteries with almost empty batteries. Never mix batteries of different capacities. Never try to charge dry batteries. Take care of the correct polarity. Defective batteries belong to special waste. Never leave a charging battery unattended. For questions about the charging time please read the manual or ask the manufacturer.
Read the safety instructions and warnings before using or charging the Li-Ion battery.
Stop using or charging it immediately if it leaks, has a temperature above 70° C or anything else unusual occurs.
Use only a qualified and specific Li-Po/Li-Ion charger. Never charge the battery unattended. Do not charge the battery if the charge exceeds 4.2 V / cell. Do not charge the battery with a charging current above 2C. Please check and ensure that you are using a qualified charger. An unqualified charger may cause a fire.
Do not discharge the battery with a current exceeding the maximum discharge current. Otherwise, this will cause the battery to overheat. This may result in bursting, fire or explosion.
Never disassemble, puncture, knock, drop, short circuit and/or throw the battery into a fire. Improper use such as short-circuiting, or overcharging may result in explosion or fire.
Keep the battery in a safe place that babies or children cannot reach.
The above indicates the danger of using the battery. The user assumes full responsibility for the outcome of using the battery.
Disposal
The company AMEWI Trade GmbH is registered below the Batt-Reg.-No. DE 77735153 and WEEE-Reg.-No. 93834722 at the foundation EAR and recycles all used electronic parts properly. Electric and electronical products are not allowed to put in household garbage. Please dispose the product at the end of the lifetime according to the actual laws. You as a customer are responsible by law for the return of all used batteries, a disposal over the household garbage is forbidden!
Batteries containing hazardous substances are marked with the alongside symbols, which point to the prohibition of disposal in household garbage. Additional notations for the critical heavy metal are Cd=Cadmium, Hg=Quicksilver, Pb=lead (Label is placed on the batteries, for example below the bottom left trash symbols).
[RoHS Logo] [WEEE Symbol] [Recycling Symbol]
Based on RoHS labelling the manufacturer confirms, that all limit values were taken care of at the time of manufacturing.
Batteries labelled with the recycling symbol can be put into used battery collecting tank. (Most supermarkets have) They are not allowed to be put into local household garbage.
AMEWI Trade GmbH is involved in the dual system for boxing over the company Landbell AG. All used boxes are collected from partner companies (waste disposal contractor) at private customers (local household), sorted and properly utilized. The involvement in a Dual Systems helps to save CO2 Emissions.
Thank You
Thank you for purchasing the Amewi Model. Please read the instruction manual carefully and keep it for future reference.
Warning
This remote-controlled model is not a toy. It consists of many small parts and is not suitable for children under 8 years.
Four 1.5V AA batteries are required for the remote control.
A 3,7V Li-Ion battery is used for the model (included).
Always keep your fingers away from the drive parts and other moving parts to avoid injury.
The model's motor gets very hot. To avoid burn injuries, allow the motor to cool for 10-15 minutes after use before touching it.
On Inappropriate Use of the Product
Please do not disassemble or modify the model in any way. Do not use this product improperly or illegally and do not operate it in a manner that could endanger others or yourself.
Maximum Transmitting Power Data
Operating Frequency: | 2400-2483MHz |
Maximum Radio Frequency power: | 5dBm |
Maximum peak power: |
Important Notes
Note: This product is manufactured according to strict performance guidelines and complies with safety standards and requirements. This product is not suitable for children under 8 years of age. The manufacturer is not liable for any injury or accident caused using abnormal parts, excessive wear and tear, improper assembly, or operation. Please operate this product safely and responsibly.
Precautions
Please read the following safety information before using the model.
Please do not use the model in rain, snow, or thunderstorms. If liquid enters the electronics, they may be irreparably damaged.
Please do not use the model in an environment that you cannot see.
Signal interference can cause the model to go out of control. Please do not use the model in the following places:
- Near a radio tower, mobile phone masts or other places with active radio waves.
- Near crowds or in public places.
- In flowing waters.
- Near electricity pylons or other transmission towers.
Please do not operate the model if you are tired or unwell, have drunk alcohol or taken drugs - this may cause injury to yourself or others.
To avoid burns, never touch drive parts and motors during or immediately after use as they can be very hot.
Incorrect operation of the transmitter can cause injury to you or others. Be sure to familiarize yourself with the operation before using the model.
Check the model and the remote control before use. Check screws to make sure they are tight.
When you have finished using the model, always switch off the model first and then the remote control. Otherwise, the model may get out of control.
If the model gets out of range, it may get out of control. Please always stay close to the model with the transmitter.
Key Safety Reminders:
- Be sure to read thoroughly the manual before you begin.
- As the product contains small parts, keep it away from small children.
- Never reverse connection / disassemble the battery.
- Do not operate the model on public roads or crowded places.
The Boat
Hull / Hull cover: The main body of the boat.
Lock: Secures the hull cover.
Status-LED: Indicates the operational status of the boat.
Steering: Controls the direction of the boat.
Propeller: Provides propulsion for the boat.
The Remote Control
Steering wheel: Controls the steering of the boat.
Battery compartment: Houses the batteries for the remote control.
Indicator light: Shows the status of the remote control connection.
Power switch: Turns the remote control on and off.
Steering trim: Adjusts the steering alignment.
Throttle trigger: Controls the speed of the boat.
Insert Batteries
Open the battery compartment cover by loosening the screw. Insert two 1.5V AA batteries. Ensure correct polarity. Close the battery compartment cover again and secure it with the screw.
Charging Batteries
1. Connect the USB charging cable to a USB socket on your computer, a smartphone power adapter, or a power bank. The indicator light is off.
2. During the charging process, the LED lights up red continuously. As soon as the charging process is complete, the indicator light goes out.
Please disconnect the battery from the charging cable as soon as charging is complete. The charging time is approx. 90 minutes.
Connect Battery
Turn the catch in the direction of the arrow to open the battery compartment. Secure the battery in the battery compartment using the hook and loop strap. Connect the battery to the receiver connection. Ensure correct polarity. Close the battery compartment cover.
Installation of Attachment Parts
Install the attachment parts as described below. The attachment parts are only plugged in. For a better hold, you can also glue the parts in place with plastic or superglue.
Important Notes
- Connect the battery to the receiver. The indicator lights on the boat flash. Switch on the remote control. As soon as the remote control and the receiver are connected, the indicator lights light up continuously. If the indicator lights continue to flash, repeat the procedure.
- Do not drive the boat more than 50 metres away from the remote control, otherwise the connection will be lost.
- If the boat visibly slows down when travelling, the battery is flat. Drive to the shore as quickly as possible and replace or recharge the battery.
- The boat has no self-righting function. Make sure that it does not capsize. Avoid sailing in waters with excessive swell.
- Do not drive in polluted waters or with plants. These can damage the propellers or block the motor and electronics.
- If the boat drifts to the left or right when travelling straight ahead, use the trim pot on the remote control to correct the rudder position.
- If the batteries in the remote control become weak, the indicator light will start to flash. Drive to the shore as quickly as possible and replace the batteries.