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Specification
Overall length:
Overall beam:
Height:
Max. weight:
Power system:
Please see the separate sheet for details of essential items
not included in the kit.
Sequence of assembly
In general terms the sequence of assembly follows the numbe-
ring of the kit components. Please read through the whole of
the building instructions before starting construction, referring
to the Parts List, the Materials List and the plan. You should
have a clear understanding of each stage of construction befo-
re you start work on the model.
Bound into the centre of these instructions you will find a set of
photographs which provide extra information and visual clarifi-
cation of many details, together with a comprehensively num-
bered exploded drawing.
Adhesives
Please read and observe the processing instructions supplied
by the adhesive manufacturers. The building instructions state
when particular types of glue are to be used.
Preparation
Before you start building the model we suggest that you sort
the individual components according to the stages of assembly
in the instructions, using the Parts List as an aid. The Parts List
also includes information about the nature of the parts, i.e.
whether they are ready-made items or components which have
to be prepared as shown on the plan. The Materials List states
the numbers of the parts which are included in the various die-
cut sheets.
Die-cut parts should be removed carefully from their sheets
using a sharp knife or a fretsaw. Remove rough edges and drill
holes at the marked points.
With the exception of the hull (part 4), all the vacuum-moulded
ABS parts should be cut out along the marked lines, and holes
drilled at the indicated locations. When you need to sand ABS
parts, or along the cut edges of joined ABS assemblies, we
recommend wet-and-dry abrasive paper, used wet.
Notes on the plan and building instructions
The small bold letters printed adjacent to the plan texts are refe-
rences to the foreign-language building instructions.
Directions stated in the building instructions, such as "right-
hand", are as seen from the stern of the model, looking for-
ward.
RC system
We strongly recommend that you work out the optimum arran-
gement of the receiving system before you start building. If you
intend to use components other than those suggested, you can
still use the arrangement shown on the plan, but you may have
to make allowance for minor differences in component sizes.
Assembly and operating instructions
Neptun
570 mm
175 mm
470 mm
approx. 2.5 kg
Electric motor
Auxiliary working systems
The Neptun can be fitted with numerous auxiliary working
systems. In addition to a fully functional fire-fighting cannon you
can also fit a working anchor winch, towing winch, towing gear
and lighting system.
If you wish to do this, you should first decide which extra
systems are to be installed, then mark on the plan the position
of the parts required before you start work on the model itself.
This avoids the problem of having to fumble about inside the
hull when access is not so good. It is a good idea to purchase
the extra parts at the outset, and install them during the con-
struction process.
These instructions do not describe the installation of the auxili-
ary working systems, i.e. the exact details are left to the discre-
tion of the builder. Photos 44 - 46 show the arrangement of the
wiring on the mast with a working lighting system installed; this
is just a suggested arrangement.
General information on painting
The ABS parts must be prepared thoroughly prior to painting.
Wipe the surfaces with paint thinners (white spirit) to remove all
traces of grease, and handle them as little as possible before
applying the paint.
If you wish to obtain a high-quality painted finish with neatly
defined colour panels, it is essential to paint the parts separa-
tely: every component which is to be a different colour should
first be prepared, then trimmed carefully to fit on the model,
then painted, and only fixed to the model when the paint is dry.
If any part has to be painted more than one colour, the joints
must be masked out using clear adhesive tape or PVC tape -
don't use paper masking tape! The tape must be removed
again when the paint is just touch-dry; do not allow the paint to
dry completely before peeling it off.
We suggest that you copy the colour scheme shown in the kit
box illustration.
Boatstand
The first step is to construct a strong boatstand, so that your
model boat is well supported on the workbench during the con-
struction process. Cut the base plate 1 from a piece of hard-
wood around 150 x 500 x 15 mm in size.
Cut the hull supports 2 and 3 to the shape shown on the plan,
using material about 10 mm thick. The boatstand can now be
assembled as shown on the plan. Line the hull contact surfaces
with felt or foam to avoid scratching the model's surfaces.
Photo 1 shows an alternative design of boatstand.
The boatstand materials are not included in the kit. It is left up
to the builder to select suitable timber for the task.
Hull
Installing the power plant and rudder system
Note: the ready-made vacuum-moulded ABS hull should not be
trimmed to final size until the deck has been fitted. This leaves
an integral flange round the hull which gives the moulding gre-
ater rigidity, making it much easier to install the power system.
Use Stabilit-Express for all glued joints involving the hull, e.g.
ABS to wood.
Drill the holes at the marked points in the hull 4 for the stern
tube, the rudder system and the anchor.
Attach the geared motor 6 to the bulkhead 5 using the socket-
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