User Manual

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• Select your flight area carefully. Always choose an open space that is unobstructed from trees
and buildings and away from crowed areas. Avoid flying in area's with roads, electric/telephone
poles/wires and water near by or within close proximity to full size air traffic.
• Do not fly this model in poor weather. High winds, low visibility, inclement temperatures, rain
and storms are to be avoided.
• Never attempt to catch this model whilst in flight. Even a slow moving model can cause harm
to yourself and/other and risks damage to the model.
• This model is recommended for children no younger than 14 year old. All children, no matter
what age, should always be supervised by a capable and responsible adult when operating
this model.
• Always unplug your model battery when not in use. Never leave the battery installed in the
model.
• Remember to keep clear of the propeller at all times when your flight battery is connected.
• Before flying, always turn on your transmitter first then plug your flight battery into the model.
• After flying, always unplug your flight battery first then turn off your radio transmitter.
• Exercise caution when charging your batteries and follow in full your battery manufactures
safety guideline when doing so.
1. Always range check your model before any flight (especially when flying a new model for the
first time). Follow your radio manufacturers guidelines for performing this check.
2. Check all screw/bolts and mounting points are firmly secured, including control horns and
clevises.
3. Only fly with fully charged batteries (both in your radio and model). Failure to do so could
result in loss of control, damage to the model and/or persons/property around you. Check
your batteries are fully charged.
4. With the model powered up (Transmitter on first, then receiver/model) check that all surface
are free from damage/obstructions, moving in the correct directions and freely with stick input.
5. Inspect the model and prop for any damage that may have occurred during transit and listen
for any unusual sounds from the electronics when powered up. If in doubt, do not fly.
6. With the model held securely and the prop free of obstructions, increase the throttle just
slightly to confirm the rotations of the prop is correct. The model should want to pull straight
forward with throttle.
7. If this is your first flight with the model double check the C/G is at the correct position. If not
adjust battery position inside model accordingly.
8. If you are an inexperienced model pilot seek the help and assistance of an experienced pilot
to perform these final checks and to test fly the model for you.
MODEL FLYING PRECAUTIONS
PRE-FLIGHT CHECKS