Spin Master Toys Far East 44308TX27 RC Airplane User Manual ayout 1

Spin Master Toys Far East Ltd. RC Airplane ayout 1

User Manual

Check to make sure contents are complete:• 1 Air Hogs®RC Fire Wing™ Plane• 1 Charger/Flight Controller• 1 Instruction SheetINSTRUCTIONS®TM+–––++BATTERY INSTALLATIONExperience Radio Controlled flight with the Air Hogs®RC Fire Wing™. The Fire Wing™ makes flying fun & easy!Just choose the direction you want to fly and squeeze the throttle trigger. The bright LED lights will allow you to easilymaneuver in any lighting! The Fire Wing™ is ultra light and features aerodynamic directional control and damage-resistant high density foam. The Fire Wing™ also includes an integrated Charger/Flight Controller unit for convenientportability and easy handling in the field.1. Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen the batterycompartment door on the Charger/Flight Controller.2. Open the battery door and install 4 AA 1.5-Valkaline batteries (not included). Be careful toalign the positive (+) and negative (-) polarities withthe corresponding markings inside the batterycompartment as shown.3. Close the battery compartment door and re-tightenthe hold down screw.PropellerWingFuselageFire WingTMPlane Charger/Flight Controller1Charger/FlightControllerBatteryDoorFourAA1.5-VAlkalineBatteriesWingPropeller GuardTailWingAntennaOFF/CHARGE/ONSwitchThrottleTriggerRed“Charging”LEDLEDLightLeft/Right ToggleIMPORTANT TIPS:TURN YOUR CHARGER-FLIGHT CONTROLLER ON AND SQUEEZETHE THROTTLE OR MOVE THE DIRECTION TOGGLE TO TEST THEGREEN LED GLOW. TO ENSURE THAT THE BATTERIES AREINSTALLED PROPERLY.YourFire WingTMPlane haspre-installedrechargeablebatteriesin the plane’sfuselage.Because theFlight Controller’sAA batteriesare used for2 functions –charging andcontrolling,they will needto be replacedafter every20 to 25flights.After each flight, store the plane in the packageto prevent damage.REPAIRSIf the wingson your planeget damagedthey can beeasily repairedwith clear tape asshown.2RudderTail WingGreen“Power ON”LEDLED LightWHEN THE SWITCH IS IN THE MIDDLECHARGE POSITION AND CONNECTED TO THE PLANE, THE REDLED SHOULD BLINK TO PRESENT CHARGING IN PROGRESS.Antenna
PRE-FLIGHT ENVIRONMENT CHECKCHARGING YOUR PLANE1. Push the plane’sON/OFF switchup to turn theplane OFF.4. Set thecharger/flightcontrollerswitch to themiddleCHARGEposition.3. Push the chargenozzle all theway into theplane’s chargerport located onthe bottom ofthe plane.2. Flip the chargedoor open toreveal thecharge nozzle.1324FLYING INSTRUCTIONSPull theplane’sON/OFFswitch downto the ONposition tostart theengine.Fully extend thecontroller antenna.Push thecharger/controllerswitch to the ONposition.GreenLED onlywill glowwhen yousqueezethe throttletrigger ormove thedirectiontoggle.142355. During the chargingprocess, the red LEDwill blink. When the FireWing™ is fully chargedthe light will switch to off.6. Remove chargenozzle gently from theplane’s charge port.Store charge nozzleand close the chargedoor.FLYING INDOORS?NOTE: Always get a parent’s permissionto fly your Fire WingTMindoors.Location – Fly in a wide open room, farfrom breakable items – an empty doublecar garage or unfinished basement aregreat options. Avoid flying near ventsand/or fans, as they may overpower theplane and make it difficult to control.5Important Charging Information:•Before taking your initial flight, charge the plane for a complete charge cycle on your charger.•Depending upon the length of future play, you will not need to complete a full charge before each flight.NOTE: A shortened charge results in a shorter play time (may take up to 1/2 hour to fully charge).Red LEDChargeLightChargeDoor61. Location – Fly in a large wide open, grassy location that is free ofbuildings, trees, overhead wires, and other obstructions. Do not flynear people or animals.2. Weather – Fly on mild, sunny days. Do not fly in electrical storms, rain,sleet, snow or other adverse weather conditions. Do not fly if thetemperature is below 45°F/7°C. In very cold temperatures, the plane willbecome fragile and the engine performance will decrease.3. Wind Conditions – Do not fly in wind. Winds may overpower the planeand make it difficult to control. In windy conditions, it may appear asthough you have no control over the plane.Holes in plugmust alignwith pins inplane.CHARGEONONOFFWhenpreparingfor takeoff, checkthe direction ofthe wind.Launch the plane intothe wind and parallel tothe ground.TIP: Always launch your planeinto the wind for the besttake off and flight results.The wind will blow againstyour face, if you are facingthe correct direction.
CONTROLLING PLANE FLIGHTTurnplaneOFFby pushingthe switchto the UPposition.Turn the charger/flight controllerOFF by pushing the switch tothe left position.ONCE THE PLANE HAS LANDEDTo maintain altitude, slowly pulsethe throttle trigger inward. Too muchthrottle can cause the plane to stall.Throttle TriggerDirectionToggleCharger/FlightController21TO LANDSelect a soft grassy area, and slowlyrelease pressure on the throttle trigger.To ACCELERATE upwardsincrease the pressure on thethrottle trigger.RIGHT TURNMove the directionaltoggle to the RIGHT.DirectionToggleLEFT TURNMove the directiontoggle to the LEFT.Charger/FlightControllerThrottle TriggerOFFOFF
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEIMPORTANT BATTERY INFORMATIONPROBLEMPlane will not start orhas low power.Plane will not turn.Plane is flying too low.Plane is flying too high.CAUSE1. Plane not charged.2. Battery power is drained.3. Plane was not set to OFF duringcharging.4. Charger/Flight Controller was not setto “Charger/Flight Controller OFF”.1. Controller is not ON.2. Controller antenna is not extended.3. It’s a windy day or you’re flying by avent/fan.1. Needs more power.2. The four AA batteries in theCharger/Flight Controller are drained.1. Need to decrease power.SOLUTION1. Charge plane for a complete charge cycle.2. Replace the Charger/Flight Controller batteries after 20 flights.3. The plane won’t accept a charge in the ON position. Always setto “OFF” before charging.4. The Charger/Flight Controller will NOT charge in the “OFFor ON” position. Always set the Charger/Flight Controller to“CHARGE” before attempting to charge.1. Set Controller to “Controller ON”2. Fully extend Controller antenna before flying.3. Do not fly in winds. Windy conditions will limit and preventyour ability to control the plane. If flying indoors, do not fly neara vent/fan.1. Squeeze the Throttle Trigger.2. Install new batteries.1. Gently release pressure on the Throttle Trigger.Battery installation should be performed by an adult. Use only batteriesrecommended in the instruction sheet. Be careful to install the batterieswith the correct polarity, as indicated.• Do not mix old and new batteries.• Do not mix alkaline, standard or rechargeable batteries.• Battery installation should be done by an adult.• Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged.• Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from the toy before beingcharged (if removable).• Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult supervision(if removable).• Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended areto be used.• Batteries are to be inserted with the correct polarity.• Exhausted batteries are to be removed from the toy.• The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.• Different types of batteries, or new and used batteries are not tobe mixed.• Exhausted batteries are to be removed, as they will adversely affect theperformance.REQUIRED BATTERIES: Charger/Flight Controller takes 4 AA Alkaline Batteries (not included).This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject tothe following two conditions:1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and2. This device must accept any interference received, including interferencethat may cause undesired operation.NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limitsfor a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmfulinterference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses andcan radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used inaccordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radiocommunications.However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particu-lar installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio ortelevision reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment offand on, the user is encouraged to try to correct theinterference by one or more of the following measures:• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that towhich the receiver is connected.• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.FCC STATEMENTS:Contains Lithium Polymerbattery. Battery must berecycled or disposedof properly.Spin Master Ltd., 450 Front Street West, Toronto, ON M5V 1B6 CanadaSpin Master, Inc., PMB #10053, 300 International Drive, Suite 100,Williamsville, NY 14221, USASpin Master Toys Far East Limited, Rm #1113, 11/F,Chinachem Golden Plaza, 77 Mody Rd., Tsimshatsui E., Kowloon, HKNorth American Consumer InformationPhone: 1-800-622-8339www.spinmaster.comAir Hogs ® is a registered trademark andFire Wing TM is a trademark of Spin Master Ltd.© 2007 Spin Master Ltd. All rights reserved.Manufactured for and distributed by Spin Master Ltd.Conforms to safety standards ASTM F963-03,Regulatory Requirements. Products and colorsmay vary. Please retain this information for future reference.MADE IN CHINA.#20010470, #20010471 NEN REV 0T44308_0001_20010471_NEN_IS_R1TMYour plane is equipped with a Lithium Polymer battery; please alsopay attention to the following cautions for safe use:• Do not dispose the battery in fire or heat.• Do not use or leave the battery near a heat source such as fire or heater.• Do not strike or throw the battery against hard surfaces.• Do not immerse the battery in water. Keep the battery in a cool dryenvironment.• When charging, only use the battery charger specifically for that purpose.• Do not over-charge the battery.• Do not connect the battery to an electrical outlet.• Do not directly solder the battery or pierce the battery with a nail or othersharp objects.• Do not transport or store the battery together with metal objects such asnecklaces, hairpins, etc.• Do not disassemble or alter the battery.• Charge the battery every 6 months.• Turn off your equipment power switch after use.• As for a used battery, please recycle the battery by covering the terminalswith insulation tape or inserting into an individual polybag.CAUTION:PLEASE READ BEFORE CHARGING OR USING BATTERY.WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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