First thing, charge your devices and batteries. Charge :ref:`the phone and tablet<phone_and_tablet>` and :ref:`LiPo battery<charge_the_battery>`.
If the phone and tablet do not already have the INTCATCH apps installed, :ref:`install the phone app<install_phone_app>` and the :ref:`tablet app<install_tablet_app>`.
Practice the :ref:`start-up sequence<boat_setup>` and :ref:`shut-down sequence<after_deploying>` with the boat on a table. If you have trouble, take a look at the :ref:`troubleshooting<troubleshooting>` section.
Double check that the propellers (or airfan) are thrusting in the correct direction before putting the boat in the water.
Practice :ref:`controlling the boat<controlling_the_boat>` on calm water, such as a pond. Steering the boat will take a bit of practice, and flowing water is not appropriate for a first attempt. Until you can pilot the boat through a smooth figure-eight shape, you should avoid flowing water!