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The operator must be in possession of his full bodily and mental capabilities. As with car driving, it is not
permissible to fly a model aircraft under the effect of alcohol or drugs.
Make sure that all passers-by and onlookers are aware of the hazards involved in the operation of your
model. Remind spectators to keep a safe distance from the model.
Always maintain a safe distance between your model and other people or objects. Never fly low over
people or directly towards them.
Radio-
controlled models should only be flown in “normal” weather conditions, i.e. a temperature range of
-5° to +35°C. More extreme temperatures can lead to changes in battery capacity, material characteristics,
the strength of glued joints and other unwanted effects.
All model flyers should behave in a way which minimises the danger to people and property. Never act in
any manner which will disturb other pilots, or have an adverse effect on safe, orderly flying at the site.
Don’t operate your model aeroplane in the vicinity of overhead power cables, industrial sites, residential
areas, public roads, school playgrounds or sports fields etc.
Pre-flight checks
Check that the radio control system works correctly and at full range before every flight: switch on the
transmitter and receiving system, and ensure that all the control surfaces work smoothly, and deflect in
the correct “sense” in relation to the stick movements.
If you are a beginner to this type of model flying, we recommend that you enlist an experienced model
pilot to help you check and test-fly the model.
Please don’t ignore our warnings. They refer to hazardous materials and processes which, if ignored, can
result in fatal injury or serious damage to property.
Propellers powered by a motor constitute a permanent hazard and represent a real risk of injury. Don’t
touch them with any part of your body. For example, a propeller spinning at high speed can easily cut
your finger badly.
Keep well clear of the rotational plane of the propeller. You never know when some part may come loose
and fly off at high speed, hitting you or anybody else in the vicinity. In unfavourable circumstances this
could result in serious injury. Ensure that the revolving propeller never comes into contact with any
object.
Make sure that it is impossible for any object to stall or block the propeller.
Every time you intend to operate your model, check carefully that it and everything attached to it (e.g.
propeller, RC components etc.) is in good condition and undamaged. If you find a fault, do not fly the
model until you have corrected it.
Radio interference caused by unknown sources can occur at any time without warning. If this should
happen, your model will be uncontrollable and completely unpredictable. Never leave your radio control
system unguarded, as other people might pick it up and try to use it.
Do not switch the electric motor on unless you have checked that there is nothing in the rotational plane
of the propeller. Never attempt to stop the propeller when it is spinning. Electric motors with propellers
fitted must only be run when firmly mounted.
If you are to fly your model safely and avoid problems, it is essential that you are aware of its position
and attitude throughout each flight -
so don’t let it fly too far away. If you detect a control problem or
interference during a flight, immediately land the model to prevent a potential accident. Model aeroplanes
must always give way to full-size aircraft. Take-off and landing strips should be kept free of people and
other obstacles.
Your HoTT COMPUTER SYSTEM can only work reliably if the batteries are kept fully charged.
Never use hot, faulty or damaged batteries. It is important to observe the instructions supplied by the
battery manufacturer.
Please don’t misunderstand the purpose of these notes. We only want to make you aware of the many
dangers and hazards which can arise if you lack knowledge and experience, or work carelessly or
irresponsibly. Provided that you take reasonable care, model flying is a highly creative, instructive,
enjoyable and relaxing pastime.
