Mattel Asia Pacific Sourcing B6463-03A2T XFO User Manual MANUAL

Mattel asia Pacific Sourcing Ltd. XFO MANUAL

MANUAL

TYCO® R/CXFO™CAUTION – ELECTRIC TOY: NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER 10 YEARS OFAGE.  AS  WITH  ALL  ELECTRIC  PRODUCTS,  PRECAUTIONS  SHOULD  BE  OBSERVEDDURING HANDLING AND USE TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK.INPUT: 120VAC, 60Hz, 18W. OUTPUT: 15.6VDC, 0.6A, 9.36VA.l CAUTION: Stay clear of the rotor at all times when operating this vehicle. Contact withspinning rotor may cause injury or damage, or may damage the rotor.Keep these instructions for future reference: they contain important information.SAFETY INFORMATIONAdults, this toy is recommended for children 10 years of age and older. To ensure that the child’splay is both safe and fun, please review the operating instructions and these general safety ruleswith the child.Keep fingers, hair and loose clothing away from the rotor while the vehicle is switched ON.Maintain a minimum 10’/3m distance between yourself and the vehicle during operation.DO NOT operate the vehicle indoors.NEVER hold the vehicle while operating. ALWAYS launch the vehicle from level ground.NEVER stand under the vehicle during flight.During operation, maintain a minimum 10’/3m distance between the vehicle and other people oranimals.Keep small children away from the vehicle at all times.In the event that the vehicle comes too close to a person, animal or obstacle during flight, pushthe control stick all the way down to activate the stop feature.Adult supervision is recommended AT ALL TIMES during operation of this toy.To avoid accidental operation, remove the transmitter battery when not in use.If the vehicle and/or charger get wet, discontinue use until they are completely dry. Thoroughlywipe off all moisture and allow them to air-dry completely before use.DO  NOT  fly  in  or  near  the  street!  Make  sure  you  have  plenty  of  open  space  in  all  directions(please read Section VI carefully before operating).DO NOT stand (or allow others to stand) downwind of the vehicle while flying.NEVER operate the vehicle if the rotor blades are broken or damaged. ALWAYS make sure therotor blades are properly attached and the screws holding them are fully tightened.NEVER operate the vehicle unless it is fully assembled.NEVER throw foreign objects into the path of the rotor.
INTRODUCTIONPlease  read  this  manual  thoroughly  for  detailed  operating  instructions  and  important  safetyinformation.• The XFO™ vehicle is an advanced-technology vertical-takeoff flying machine with cool features.It’s easy to fly, challenging to master…and lots of fun!• You will need to assemble your vehicle before use. This is a simple, one-time process (pleasesee Section II for assembly instructions). This is an advanced flying machine! Assembly is a fun“science project” you get to play with after it’s done.• This vehicle is powered by a NiMH battery that is permanently installed. The vehicle must befully charged before using.•  The vehicle is  recharged with a  handy Field Charger  that can be used at your selected  flightlocation.•  The  Field  Charger  must  be  charged  at  a  wall  outlet  before  it  can  be  used  to  recharge  thevehicle. You will need to charge the Field Charger for at least 16 hours before use (please seeSection  III  for  details).  Once  the  Field  Charger  is  fully  charged,  it  will  be  able  to  recharge  thevehicle  many  times.  NOTE:  you  must  disconnect  the  Field  Charger  from  the  vehicle  beforeoperating the vehicle.I. CONTENTS/FEATURES1. XFO™ vehicle(shown fully assembled; please see Section II for assembly instructions)q Rotorw Lightweight bodye ON/OFF switchr Recharging connector (Field Charger plugs in here)t Landing legs (x4)2. Field Charger
q Vehicle recharge cord (plugs into vehicle)w Vehicle recharge cord storage (insert cord into groove as shown)e CHARGE buttonr LED charge indicators (2): red and green3. Wall Chargerq This end plugs into wall outletw This end plugs into Field Chargerl CAUTION: Use only the charger supplied with this toy. Do not use any other chargingsource.4. Transmitter
q Joystick flight control (please see Section V for detailed operation)w ON/OFF switche LED indicatorr Antenna5. Battery installation – Transmitter(1)  To  install  transmitter  battery,  unscrew  and  open  battery  cover  as  shown.  (Screwdriver  notincluded.)(2) Install one 9V battery with polarity (+/-) as shown inside battery compartment.
(3) Replace battery cover and tighten screw.II. VEHICLE ASSEMBLYVehicle  assembly  is  a  one-time process.  It’s  easy  and  fun…just  follow  the  easy steps  below.Before you begin: remove all vehicle components from the package and check them against thislist:(1) Motor/power module
(2) Lightweight body panels (x3)(3) Rotor(4) Landing legs (x4)
(5) Retaining rings (x2)(6) Self-adhesive nosecone labelSTEP-BY-STEP ASSEMBLY1. The first step is to assemble the vehicle body panels over the motor/power module. Begin bylocating the body panel with holes in it (these are for the switch and the recharging jack).
2.  Fit  this  body  panel  over  the  motor/power  module,  making  sure  that  the  switch  and  therecharging connector are accessible through the body panel holes.3. Add the remaining 2 body panels as shown.
4. The body panels are secured by 2 retaining rings.NOTE: the two retaining rings are different sizes: one has a larger diameter than the other. Slidethe smaller retaining ring over the nosecone (top) of the vehicle as shown, fitting it securely intothe  groove.  Slide  the  larger  retaining  ring  over  the  bottom  of  the  vehicle  as  shown,  fitting  itsecurely into the groove.
5. Attach the self-adhesive nosecone label to the top of the vehicle as shown. Be sure to overlapthe edges as shown.NOTE: the nosecone label adds strength to the vehicle!
6.  Attach  the  4  landing  legs  to  the  vehicle  as  shown.  Make  sure  the  legs  slide  in  and  clicksecurely in place.
7. Snap the rotor onto the vehicle as shown. Make sure the rotor clicks securely in place.NOTE: If the rotor detaches after a landing, simply reattach it as described in this step.NOTE:  If  the  rotor  blades  become  permanently  bent  or  deformed,  your  vehicle  won’t  operateproperly. Be careful not  to  store  your  vehicle  with  the  rotor  blades  bent,  or  with any weight orpressure on them.III. FIELD CHARGER USE & CARE1.  Charge  the  Field  Charger  only  in  a  well-ventilated  area.  To  charge  the  Field  Charger,  firstattach  the  Wall  Charger  to  the  Field  Charger  as  shown.  Then  plug  the  Wall  Charger  into  astandard wall outlet.
2. If you are charging the Field Charger for the first time, you will need to charge it for at least 16hours. Subsequent charges will take 14-16 hours. Never charge the Field Charger longer than 24hours. Be sure to keep the Field Charger upright during charging, as shown.3. After charging, unplug the Wall Charger from the wall outlet. Detach the Wall Charger from theField Charger. You must unplug and detach the Wall Charger in order to use the Field Charger torecharge the vehicle.4.  The  Field  Charger  is  now  fully  charged,  and  ready  to  recharge  your  vehicle.  Please  seeSection IV for vehicle recharging instructions.FIELD CHARGER SAFETY INFORMATION•  It is recommended that the  Field Charger be  charged, handled and operated by adults only.Adult supervision is recommended AT ALL TIMES during operation of this toy.• The  Field  Charger  contains  a  sealed  lead-acid  battery.  It  contains  sulfuric  acid  (electrolyte).Dropping the battery could result in serious injury.•  Never lift or carry the Field Charger by wires, cords, plugs or connectors. This can damage theField Charger and possibly cause a fire resulting in injury. Lift and carry the Field Charger by thehandle only.•  Read the cautions on the back panel of the Field Charger.• Charge the Field Charger only in a well-ventilated area.•   Regularly  examine  for  damage  to  the  plug,  enclosure  and  other  parts.  In  the  event  of  anydamage, the toy must not be used with the charger until the damage has been repaired.•  This toy is not intended for children under 10 years old. The charger is not a toy.•  If a battery leak develops, avoid contact with the leaking acid and place the damaged FieldCharger in a plastic bag. See information below for proper disposal.•  If acid comes in contact with skin or eyes, flush with cool water for at least 15 minutes andcall a physician,•  If acid is internally ingested, give water, milk of magnesia or egg whites immediately. Nevergive emetics or induce vomiting. Call a physician.•  Charge  a  new  Field  Charger  for  at  least  16  hours  before  first  use.  Never  charge  the  FieldCharger longer than 24 hours. Overcharging or undercharging the Field Charger may shorten itslife and decrease vehicle operating time.•  After the first charge, recharge the Field Charger for at least 14 hours after each use. Nevercharge the Field Charger longer than 24 hours. If you do not plan to use the Field Charger for along period, be sure to charge the Field Charger before putting it away.
• The Field Charger must be upright during charging.•  Be sure to make all connections properly, and always follow all instructions for use and care ofthe Field Charger.•  Do not allow the Field Charger to run down completely before charging.•  Storing  the  Field  Charger  in  a  partially  discharged  condition  may  decrease  its  useful  life.Always fully recharge the Field Charger before storing it.• Charge the Field Charger at least once per month, even if the vehicle has not been used.• Do not store the Field Charger in temperatures above 100°F/37°C or below 30ºF/-1°C.l WARNING: PREVENT FIRE!• Never modify the electrical system. Alterations could cause a fire.• Use of the wrong type of battery or charger could cause a fire or explosion.DISPOSAL• The Field Charger contains a sealed lead-acid battery. It must be recycled or disposed of in anenvironmentally sound manner.•  Do  not  dispose  of  a  lead-acid  battery  in  your  regular,  household  trash.  The  incineration,landfilling or mixing of sealed lead-acid batteries with household trash is prohibited by law in mostareas.• Return the battery to a federal or state approved lead-acid battery recycler or a local seller ofautomotive batteries. In Minnesota, call 1-800-348-0751 if further disposal information is required.Contact  your  local  waste  management  officials  for  other  information  regarding  theenvironmentally sound collection, recycling and disposal of lead-acid batteries.IV. RECHARGING THE VEHICLEYour  vehicle  is  powered by  a  NiMH battery that is permanently installed. The vehicle must berecharged  with  the  Field  Charger  before  using.  To  recharge,  first  make  sure  you  have  fullycharged the Field Charger as shown in Section III. Then follow these easy steps:1. Make sure the vehicle’s power switch is in the OFF position.
2. Plug the Field Charger’s vehicle recharge cord into the vehicle’s power connector as shown.The plug is designed to fit one way only.3. Press and hold the CHARGE button on the Field Charger until the green LED charge indicatorlights up, showing that the battery is being charged.NOTE: if the RED  indicator  comes on or flashes  (or  if both the green and  red  indicators flash,refer to “LED Functions” below.4. The green LED charge indicator will glow steadily, showing that the battery is being charged.5. The charging process takes about 4 minutes. When the green LED charge indicator flashes,the charging cycle is complete. The Field Charger will shut off automatically after charging.7. Disconnect the vehicle recharge cord from the vehicle. The vehicle cannot be operated whileconnected to the Field Charger.
8. Replace the vehicle recharge cord in the Field Charger’s storage groove.LED FunctionsWhen the CHARGE button is pressed, the Field Charger’s two LED charge indicators will provideinformation about the status of the Field Charger and the charging process:• Green LED glowing steadily: charging normally.• Green LED flashing: charging is complete.•  Red  LED  glowing  steadily:  Field  Charger  must  be  recharged (not enough power  to  rechargevehicle).• Red LED flashing: Vehicle’s NiMH battery temperature is too high (allow vehicle to cool downbefore attempting to recharge).• Red AND green LEDs flashing: The charger is not properly connected to the vehicle. First makesure that the vehicle switch is in the OFF position. If the red and green indicators still flash, thenthe  vehicle’s  NiMH  battery  temperature  is  too  low  for  charging  (allow  vehicle  to  warm  up  tonormal operating temperature).NOTE:  the  NiMH  battery  inside  your  vehicle  must  be  conditioned  in  order  to  delivermaximum flight time. Your first few flights may be shorter, but flight time will increase withuse.[!] Do not  attempt to recharge the  vehicle until it’s  fully discharged. Additional  charging will notincrease running time, and may permanently damage the vehicle’s NiMH battery.
[!] Always hold the connectors when disconnecting the vehicle recharge cord. NEVER pull thecord to disconnect; this may cause it to break.[!] Your vehicle and Field Charger may not work their best in overly cold or overly hot conditions.The suggested temperature range for operation is between 40°F/4°C and 95°F/35°C.NOTE:  DO  NOT  charge  the  vehicle  until  just  before  flying.  If  the  vehicle  is  left  in  a  chargedcondition for a time before operating, it may not be able to fly (the rotor will turn, but the vehiclewill not lift off). If this happens, you will need to discharge the vehicle battery and then recharge it.It’s a quick and simple process.a.  Make  sure  to  follow  all  the  safety  information  in  this  manual  during  the  discharge/rechargeprocess. In particular, make sure to maintain the minimum 10’/3m distance from the vehicle, andmake sure weather conditions are calm and clear.b. With the transmitter OFF, turn the vehicle  ON.  Set  the  vehicle  upright  on  the  ground. Makesure the rotor blades are approximately 180° apart.c. Turn the transmitter ON. Slowly push the transmitter control stick up, just until the rotor beginsto  spin.  Adjust  the  control  stick  until  the  rotor  is  spinning  slowly  and  steadily.  Keep  the  rotorspinning (you may need to adjust the control stick position to maintain rotor speed) until it slowsdown noticeably. At that point the vehicle battery will be discharged. Push the control stick all theway down to activate the stop feature.[!] If  the  vehicle  starts  to  lift  off  during  the  discharge  process,  IMMEDIATELY  push  the  controlstick all the way down to activate the stop feature.d. Turn the transmitter OFF, then turn the vehicle OFF.e. Recharge the vehicle battery as described in Section IV. You should now be able to fly yourvehicle normally (please see Sections VI and VII).V. TRANSMITTER CONTROLYour transmitter features a joystick flight control system that’s easy to use – and challenging tomaster.[!] Before operating your vehicle for the first time, familiarize yourself with the “feel” of the controlstick (with the transmitter turned OFF). Move it through its range of motion, up and down. Thatway you’ll know how far to push down to activate the stop feature (see Number 3 below).1. Normal position
This is the normal position of the control stick when released. This position has 2 functions:• When you first turn on the transmitter, this position is standby mode. The transmitter must be instandby mode to begin operation.•  When  you’re  flying  (please  see  Section  VII  for  details),  this  position  activates  the  vehicle’sautomatic-descent  feature.  If  you  release  the  stick  during  flight,  the  vehicle’s  motor  willautomatically switch to a controlled-descent speed to bring the vehicle down easily.2. Operation zoneThis range of the control stick’s travel is used for takeoff, ascent and descent. The control stick’stravel is roughly proportional to the speed of the vehicle’s motor: push up for faster rotor speeds,and ease off for slower rotor speeds.• When the transmitter is in standby mode, slowly push the control stick up to take off.•  During  flight,  push  the  control  stick  up  to  ascend.  Ease  off  on  the  control  stick  to  descend,allowing  it  to  move  back  toward  the  normal  position.  DON’T  push  the  control  stick  down  todescend  –  you  might  trigger  the  stop  feature.  For  best  results,  adjust  the  control  stick  slowlyduring flight.3. Stop feature
This control stick position stops rotor motion. Use it to stop the rotors upon landing. It also acts asa safety feature, enabling you to cut off all vehicle power instantly in an emergency!• Push the control stick all the way down (past the normal position) to activate the stop feature.VI. PRE-FLIGHT CHECKA. Choose the Right Location.DO NOT operate the vehicle indoors. Give yourself plenty of flying room. For best results, youshould have at least 150’/50m of clear space in all directions. The best flying location is an openfield. ALWAYS launch the vehicle from level ground. Avoid tall buildings, trees and power lines.They  may  obstruct  your  flight  path,  and  they  may  create  air  currents  that  make  it  difficult  tooperate your vehicle. DO NOT fly near water (pool, pond, lake, river, etc.). DO NOT fly in or nearthe street!B. Check the Conditions.Your vehicle is very sensitive to air conditions. DO NOT attempt to operate your vehicle in windyconditions; operate in calm, clear weather only. Windy conditions will make it difficult to fly safely,and will reduce battery life and flying time. Remember that the wind may be stronger at higheraltitudes  than  at  ground  level.  Your  vehicle’s  performance  may  also  vary  depending  ontemperature and humidity.
C. Be Careful!Be a safe pilot…use common sense and care when flying. Watch out for people, animals andobstacles.VII. READY TO FLY!Your vehicle is easy to fly, but you’ll need to put in some flight time to become an expert. Practicethese steps to sharpen your skills.NOTE: to become familiar with the controls and the vehicle’s operation, you may want to practicetaking off and landing at low altitudes: take off, ascend a few feet, and then land. Repeat thisprocess  until  you  are  comfortable  with  the  vehicle’s  operation.  Gradually  fly  higher  and  hoverlonger. Be sure to practice the controlled descent and soft landing.1. Recharge the vehicle (see Section IV). With the transmitter OFF,  turn the vehicle ON. Makesure the transmitter is OFF when you turn the vehicle ON:  the  vehicle  will  not  power  up  if  thetransmitter is transmitting.2. Set the vehicle upright on level ground. Make sure the rotor blades are approximately 180°apart,  as  shown.  Step  away  until  there’s AT  LEAST  10’/3m  DISTANCE  between  you  and  thevehicle.3.  Make  sure  the  transmitter  control  stick  is  in  normal  position  (standby  mode).  Turn  thetransmitter ON. The transmitter will not transmit unless the control stick is in the normal positionwhen the transmitter is turned ON.
4. To take off, slowly push the transmitter control stick up. To ascend, keep the control stick up.5.  Moving  the  control  stick  up  or  down,  within  the  operation  zone,  will  enable  to  you  vary  thealtitude of your  vehicle, or to hover  at one altitude. Avoid  large abrupt changes in  control stickposition during flight. It will take practice to achieve maximum flight time.6. After about 90 seconds of continuous flight, the rotors will begin to slow down. It’s time to easeoff on the control stick, to bring your vehicle in for a controlled descent and landing. Depending onconditions and flying style, your own flying time may be shorter.
7.  To  land,  ease  off  on  the  control  stick  to  descend.  When  the  control  stick  is  in  the  normalposition,  the  vehicle  will  automatically  switch  to  a  controlled-descent  speed  that  will  bring  thevehicle down easily. Once your vehicle has landed, push the control stick all the way down to thestop position to stop the rotors.NOTE: If vehicle does not land on its landing gear, ALWAYS push the control stick all theway down IMMEDIATELY to activate the stop feature and avoid damage to the blades.8.  Turn  the  transmitter  OFF,  then  turn  the  vehicle  OFF.  Recharge  the  vehicle  for  more  flyingaction.
NOTE: DO NOT activate the stop feature during flight, except in a real emergency! Activating thisfeature when the  vehicle is in the  air will cause it  to come down in  an  uncontrolled descent. Ahard landing may damage the vehicle.VIII. QUICK TIPS1. Radio interference can make your vehicle fly badly. Interference can be caused by other R/Cvehicles running on the same frequency; electrical wires; large buildings; or CB radios. Try to stayaway from these!2. Your flying time may change depending on air conditions and on your flying style. When thevehicle fails to respond, slows down, or loses range, recharge the vehicle. If performance doesnot improve following a recharge, it may be time to charge the Field Charger.3. The vehicle is  designed  with advanced protection circuitry  that will switch automatically to  acontrolled-descent speed, to bring the vehicle down easily, under the following conditions:(a) If the vehicle gets out of range of the transmitter while flying;(b) If the remaining charge in the vehicle’s permanent battery drops too low while flying;(c) If the control stick is released while flying; or(d) If the vehicle gets too hot during operation.4. Because your vehicle is sensitive to extra weight, dirt or mud on the vehicle’s body can affectits operation. Use a clean dry cloth to remove any dirt or mud immediately. If your vehicle getswet, it’s important not to operate it until it’s completely dry, inside and outside. Wipe surfaces witha towel and allow the vehicle to air-dry until it’s dry…overnight at least.5.  Don’t  store  your  vehicle  near  heat  or  in  direct  sunlight.  Always  turn  switches  OFF  beforestoring your vehicle and transmitter.BATTERY SAFETY INFORMATIONNOTE:  This  section  contains  general  information  about  battery  safety.  For  specific  informationrelating to the use and care of the Field Charger, please see Section III.Batteries  may  leak  fluids  that  can  cause  a  chemical  burn  injury  or  ruin  your  toy  (product).  To
avoid battery leakage:Do not mix old and new batteries or batteries of different types: alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) orrechargeable (nickel-cadmium).Insert batteries as indicated inside the battery compartment.Remove batteries during long periods of non-use. Always remove exhausted batteries from thetoy (product). Dispose of batteries safely. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. The batteries mayexplode 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  transmitter,  they  are  only  to  be  chargedunder adult supervision.Do not dispose of  the vehicle in a fire. The permanently-installed battery inside may explode orleak.Battery Performance Note:For best performance use  alkaline batteries (where disposable  batteries are called for). If  yourvehicle  is  supplied  with  standard  (carbon-zinc)  batteries  for  initial  use  and/or  demonstrationpurposes, we recommend replacing them with alkaline batteries when necessary. Battery life mayvary depending on battery brand.IMPORTANT INFORMATIONDO  NOT  RECHARGE  THE  VEHICLE  IF  IT  FEELS  HOT.  ALLOW  IT  TO  COOL  BEFORERECHARGING.DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE OR CHARGE THE VEHICLE IF IT SHOWS SIGNS OF LEAKAGEOR CORROSION.DO  NOT  HANDLE  OR  DISASSEMBLE  THE  VEHICLE’S  PERMANENTLY-INSTALLED  NiMHBATTERY. THE NiMH BATTERY IS A SEALED NiMH (NICKEL-METAL HYDRIDE) BATTERY.IF THE VEHICLE AND/OR FIELD CHARGER ARE WET, THOROUGHLY DRY BEFORE USINGOR CHARGING.REGULARLY EXAMINE ALL  WIRES AND CONNECTORS. IN  THE  EVENT OF DAMAGE, DONOT USE.The vehicle is powered by Nickel-Metal Hydride technology, and requires no special proceduresor  precautions  for  disposal.  However,  as  with  all  products,  you  should  dispose  of  your  NiMHbattery  in  an  environmentally  responsible  and  considerate  manner.  For  information  regardingdisposal of the Field Charger, please see Section III.IX. SAFETY INFORMATION
Adults, this toy is recommended for children 10 years of age and older. To ensure that the child’splay is both safe and fun, please review the operating instructions and these general safety ruleswith the child.Keep fingers, hair and loose clothing away from the rotor while the vehicle is switched ON.Maintain a minimum 10’/3m distance between yourself and the vehicle during operation.DO NOT operate the vehicle indoors.NEVER hold the vehicle while operating. ALWAYS launch the vehicle from level ground.NEVER stand under the vehicle during flight.During operation, maintain a minimum 10’/3m distance between the vehicle and other people oranimals.Keep small children away from the vehicle at all times.In the event that the vehicle comes too close to a person, animal or obstacle during flight, pushthe control stick all the way down to activate the stop feature.Adult supervision is recommended AT ALL TIMES during operation of this toy.To avoid accidental operation, remove the transmitter battery when not in use.If the vehicle and/or charger get wet, discontinue use until they are completely dry. Thoroughlywipe off all moisture and allow them to air-dry completely before use.DO  NOT  fly  in  or  near  the  street!  Make  sure  you  have  plenty  of  open  space  in  all  directions(please read Section VI carefully before operating).DO NOT stand (or allow others to stand) downwind of the vehicle while flying.NEVER operate the vehicle if the rotor blades are broken or damaged. ALWAYS make sure therotor blades are properly attached and the screws holding them are fully tightened.NEVER operate the vehicle unless it is fully assembled.NEVER throw foreign objects into the path of the rotor.TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEIt takes a little flying time and practice to become an expert. If you still have difficulty operatingyour vehicle, please check this troubleshooting guide. Usually the problem’s a simple one…with aquick solution.IF THE VEHICLE WILL NOT FLY:• The vehicle may need to be recharged. Follow the instructions in Section IV.• The Field Charger may need to be charged (red Field Charger LED glows steadily when youattempt to recharge the vehicle). Follow the instructions in Section III.•  You  may  need  to  replace  the  transmitter  battery  with  a  fresh  alkaline  battery.  Follow  theinstructions in Section I.
• The vehicle’s NiMH battery temperature may be too high (red Field Charger LED flashes whenyou attempt to recharge the vehicle). Let the vehicle cool down before attempting to fly again.•  If  the  rotor  spins  but  the  vehicle  will  not  fly,  you  may  need  to  discharge  and  recharge  thevehicle. Follow the instructions in Section IV.• The vehicle may still be connected to the Field Charger. You must disconnect the Field Chargerfrom the vehicle before operating the vehicle. Follow the instructions in Section IV.IF YOU HAVE DIFFICULTY OPERATING OR CONTROLLING THE VEHICLE:•  Check  air  conditions.  Operate  your  vehicle  in  calm,  clear  weather  only.  DO  NOT  attempt  tooperate your vehicle in windy conditions. Please refer to Section VI.• Check for obstacles that may create air currents, like tall buildings and trees. You may need tochoose an alternative place to fly. Please refer to Section VI.•  Check  the  area  for  sources  of  radio  interference,  like  other  radio  control  vehicles,  electricalwires, large buildings or CB radios. You may need to choose an alternative place to fly. Pleaserefer to Section VIII.• Check your vehicle for dirt or mud. Clean if necessary. Please refer to Section VIII.• Make sure the rotor blades are not bent or deformed. Please refer to Section II.• Make sure it is not too hot or too cold outside. Please refer to Section IV.ROTOR REPLACEMENTWe’ve included two “spare” rotor blades…just in case a rotor blade gets damaged. Follow theseinstructions to replace a damaged rotor blade.The rotor blade is held in place by a pin and a Philips head screw. The pin is inserted through theblade holder from the top; the screw is inserted through the blade holder from the bottom.q Rotor Bladew Pine Blade Holder (inserted from top)r Philips head screw (inserted from bottom)
1.  Hold  the  blade  holder,  and  the  top  of  the  pin,  as  shown.  Use  a  Philips  screwdriver  (notincluded) to remove the screw from the underside of the blade holder. Remove the pin (be sure tokeep the screw and the pin).2.  Remove  the  damaged  rotor  blade.  Insert the  new  rotor  blade  into  the  blade  holder,  makingsure that the tip hoops are facing upward as shown (refer to the other rotor blade as a guide).3. Reinsert the pin through the blade holder and rotor blade from the top, as shown, matching theflat sides of the pin to the flat sides of the slot.4.  Reinsert  the  screw  through  the  blade holder  from  the  bottom,  as  shown. Tighten  the  screwCOMPLETELY.NEVER operate the vehicle if the rotor blades are broken or damaged. ALWAYS make sure therotor blades are properly attached and the screws holding them are fully tightened.l CAUTION!  Only  allow children  at  least  10  years old  to  use  the  battery  charger.  Thebattery charger is not a toy and should be used only under adult supervision.COMPLIANCE  WITH  FCC  REGULATIONS  (VALID  IN  U.S.  ONLY  -  VALABLE  AUX  É.-U.SEULEMENT)This  device  complies  with  part  15  of  the  FCC  Rules.  Operation  is  subject  to  the  following  twoconditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must acceptany interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.This  device  generates  and  uses  radio  frequency  energy  and  if  not  used  properly  may  causeinterference to radio and  television  reception. It has been tested and found to  comply  with  thelimits  set  by  the  FCC  which  are  designed  to  provide  reasonable  protection  against  suchinterference.NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the manufacturer responsible forcompliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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