5
Operation Precautions

WARNING
When using a NiCd/NiMH battery to power your system, always charge and check
the battery voltage prior to operation. Should the battery discharge below the
minimum voltage level, control will be lost.
Prior to operation always perform a range test. Even one abnormality in the R/C
system may cause loss of control.
[Range Test Procedure]
(AVE A FRIEND HOLD THE MODEL OR PLACE ON A STAND WHERE THE WHEELS OR PROP CAN NOT
COMEINCONTACTWITHANYOBJECT/PERATEFROMADISTANCEOFABOUTFEET"ESURETO
CHECKTHEMOVEMENTOFEACHSERVOTOMAKESUREITFOLLOWSTHEMOVEMENTOFTHESTEERING
STICKANDTHROTTLESTICK)FTHESERVOSDONOTFOLLOWTHECOMMANDSFROMTHETRANSMITTEROR
ANYTYPEOFINTERFERENCEISDETECTEDDONOTOPERATETHEMODEL
Never operate in the rain or run through puddles. The transmitter, receiver,
batteries and most servos, and speed controls are not waterproof. Contact with
any type of moisture or immersion in water or snow will cause damage along with
possible loss of control. Should any type of moisture enter any component of the
system, immediately stop using the R/C system and return it to our service center
for inspection.
Do not operate when visibility is limited. Should you lose sight of the model, a
collision or other dangerous situation may occur.
Do not operate near people or roads.
Do not operate near high tension power lines or communication broadcasting an-
tennas.
Prior to the operation of any model be sure the area you plan to use is safe. Be aware
of all objects that may be in the path of your model. Do not operate the model where
people or any type of moveable object could stray in the path of your model. Control
loss due to interference, component failure, loss of sight or low battery voltage could
result in serious injury to yourself and others as well as damage to your model.
Do not operate when you are tired, not feeling well or under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
Your judgment is impaired and could result in a dangerous situation that may cause
serious injury to yourself and others.
(Turning on the power switches)
Always check the throttle stick on the transmitter to be sure it is at the neutral posi-
tion.
1. Turn on the transmitter power switch.
2. Turn on the receiver or speed control power switch.
(Turning off the power switches)
Always be sure the motor is stopped.
1. Turn off the receiver or speed control power switch.
2. Then turn off the transmitter power switch.
If the power switches are turned off in the opposite order the model may unexpect-
edly run out of control and cause a very dangerous situation.
