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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ............................................................... 2
AMA .................................................................................. 2
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ................................................. 2
ITEMS REQUIRED ............................................................ 3
KIT INSPECTION .............................................................. 3
WARRANTY ...................................................................... 3
KIT CONTENTS ................................................................ 4
OPERATIONAL WARNINGS ............................................ 4
ELECTRIC MOTOR WARNING ........................................ 5
TRANSMITTER FUNCTION SWITCHES ......................... 5
CONTROLS ...................................................................... 6
GET THE MODEL READY TO FLY ................................... 7
TRACKING THE MAIN BLADES ...................................... 9
QUICK REFERENCE TO TRANSMITTER FUNCTIONS ... 11
LINKAGE ROD LENGTHS ............................................. 12
ORDERING PARTS ........................................................ 12
EXPLODED VIEWS ........................................................ 14
PARTS IMAGES .............................................................. 16
OPTIONAL PARTS ......................................................... 18

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the Heli-Max AXE

 400 3D 

RTF Helicopter. We are certain you will get many hours of 
enjoyment out of this model. If you should have any questions 
or concerns please feel free to contact us at:

[email protected].

For the latest technical updates or manual corrections 
to the AXE 400 3D RTF visit the Heli-Max web site at 
www.helimax-rc.com. Open the “Helicopters” link, and 
then select the AXE 400 3D RTF. If there is new technical 
information or changes to this model a “tech notice” box will 
appear in the upper left corner of the page.

AMA

We urge you to join the AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics) 
and a local R/C club. The AMA is the governing body of model 
aviation and membership is required to fl y at AMA clubs. 
Though joining the AMA provides many benefi ts, one of the 
primary reasons to join is liability protection. Coverage is not 
limited to fl ying at contests or on the club fi eld. It even applies 
to fl ying at public demonstrations and air shows. Failure to 
comply with the Safety Code (excerpts printed in the back of 
the manual) may endanger insurance coverage. Additionally, 
training programs and instructors are available at AMA club 
sites to help you get started the right way. There are over 

2,500 AMA chartered clubs across the country. Contact the 
AMA at the address or toll-free phone number below.

 

Academy of Model Aeronautics

5151 East Memorial Drive

Muncie, IN 47302

Tele: (800) 435-9262

Fax (765) 741-0057

Or via the Internet at:

www.modelaircraft.org

IMPORTANT!!! Two of the most important things you can do 
to preserve the radio controlled aircraft hobby are to avoid 
fl ying near full-scale aircraft and avoid fl ying near or over 
groups of people.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Failure to follow these safety precautions may result in 
severe injury to yourself and others.

•  Keep your face and body as well as all spectators away 

from the plane of rotation of the rotors whenever the battery 
is connected. 

•  Keep these items away from the rotors: loose clothing, shirt 

sleeves, ties, scarfs, long hair or loose objects such as 
pencils or screwdrivers that may fall out of shirt or jacket 
pockets into the rotors. 

•  The spinning blades of a model helicopter can cause 

serious injury. When choosing a fl ying site for your AXE 
400 3D RTF, stay clear of buildings, trees and power lines. 
AVOID fl ying in or near crowded areas. DO NOT fl y close to 
people, children or pets. Maintain a safe pilot-to-helicopter 
distance while fl ying.

1. Your AXE 400 3D RTF should not be considered a toy, 
but rather a sophisticated, working model that functions very 
much like a full-size helicopter. Because of its performance 
capabilities, the AXE 400 3D RTF, if not assembled and 
operated correctly, could possibly cause injury to yourself or 
spectators and damage to property.

2. You must assemble the model according to the instructions. 
Do not alter or modify the model, as doing so may result in 
an unsafe or unfl yable model. In a few cases the instructions 
may differ slightly from the photos. In those instances the 
written instructions should be considered as correct.

3. You must correctly install all R/C and other components 
so that the model operates correctly on the ground and in 
the air.

Summary of Contents for AXE 400 RTF

Page 1: ...efully move the battery to a fireproof location if the battery begins to swell or smoke Never charge at currents greater than 1C Always charge in a fireproof location Never trickle charge Never allow the battery temperature to exceed 150 F 65 C Never disassemble or modify pack wiring in any way or puncture cells Never discharge below 2 5V per cell Do not allow water moisture or foreign objects int...

Page 2: ... the AMA at the address or toll free phone number below Academy of Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Tele 800 435 9262 Fax 765 741 0057 Or via the Internet at www modelaircraft org IMPORTANT Two of the most important things you can do to preserve the radio controlled aircraft hobby are to avoid flying near full scale aircraft and avoid flying near or over groups of people ...

Page 3: ... the AXE 400 3D RTF to make sure it is complete and inspect the parts to make sure they are of acceptable quality If any parts are missing or are not of acceptable quality or if you need assistance with assembly contact Product Support When reporting defective or missing parts use the part names exactly as they are written in the Kit Contents list Heli Max Product Support 3002 N Apollo Drive Suite...

Page 4: ...AUTION If the rotor head speed ever drops suddenly in flight please land the model immediately and remove the body Inspect the battery temperature and ensure that it has not exceeded 140 F and ensure that the ESC has not overheated The ESC does have a thermal protection built in which will reduce the power output to safe levels when the safe operating temperatures have been exceeded If this has oc...

Page 5: ...on was originally intended for autorotation landings off power descent to landing this maneuver is extremely difficult and it is recommended that you do not attempt it unless you have no other choice In addition to autorotation the throttle hold function can be used as a safety switch while handling the model since it disables the motor Turn the transmitter on and set theThrottle Hold Switch to th...

Page 6: ...ing the cyclic stick right will cause the helicopter to tilt right and start moving that direction LEFT CYCLIC Moving the cyclic stick left will cause the helicopter to tilt left and start moving in that direction AFT CYCLIC Moving the cyclic stick backwards towards you will cause the helicopter to tilt backwards and start moving that direction FORWARD CYCLIC Moving the cyclic stick forward away f...

Page 7: ...icopter nose to move right clockwise GET THE MODEL READY TO FLY INSTALL BATTERIES IN THE TRANSMITTER Remove the battery cover from the back of the transmitter and install eight AA batteries into the transmitter Double check the polarity of each battery before replacing the battery cover CHARGE THE FLIGHT BATTERY Please follow the instructions provided with your battery and charger Charge your flig...

Page 8: ...round without catching Make sure there are no obstacles in your flying area to distract you during flight TURN THE TRANSMITTER ON Verify that the Throttle Hold and Idle Up functions are off and slide the power switch up to turn the transmitter on MIX WARNING If the transmitter is turned on with the Throttle Hold or Idle Up function switched on the screen will show MIX and a warning will sound Plea...

Page 9: ...at it is now armed and ready for flight If this beep is not heard then disconnect the flight battery from the ESC and ensure that the Idle Up switch is turned off and the throttle stick is in the lowest position Once the ESC and gyro have initialized carry the model at least 30ft from where you intend to stand during flight Place the model on the flat smooth ground TRACKING THE MAIN BLADES WARNING...

Page 10: ...ce to get out of trouble As you improve you ll remain nose in for longer periods of time Forward Flight Now it s time to work into basic forward flight Just take the basic hovering maneuvers listed above and slowly fly out farther and faster and always bring the helicopter back after one pass Practice controlled slow flight in close as well The more time you spend practicing here the easier things...

Page 11: ...nction The Idle Up throttle and pitch curves are already set up for you so only the function needs to be enabled GOOD LUCK AND GREAT FLYING QUICK REFERENCE TO TRANSMITTER FUNCTIONS Please refer to the included manufacturer s instruction manual for complete details for each function The initial set up of the transmitter suits a beginner modeler If you feel something needs to be changed please use t...

Page 12: ...parts orders and payments by personal check to Hobby Services 3002 N Apollo Drive Suite 1 Champaign IL 61822 Be certain to specify the order number exactly as listed in the Parts List Payment by credit card or personal check only no C O D If additional assistance is required for any reason contact Product Support by e mail at helihotline hobbico com or by telephone at 217 398 8970 AXE 400 3D PARTS...

Page 13: ...y 1 54 HMXE8645 Tail Rotor Shaft Assembly 1 55 HMXE8646 Tail Rotor Control Arm 1 56 HMXE8647 Tail Pitch Slider Control Set 1 57 HMXE8648 Tail Rotor Hub 1 58 HMXE8649 Tail Rotor Grips 1 59 HMXE8426 Tail Rotor Blades 2 60 HMXE8323 Main Rotor Blades 2 61 HMXM2009 Brushless ESC 1 62 HMXE8650 Tail Rotor Drive Belt 1 HMXE7384 Canopy Green RXR 1 HMXE7385 Canopy White 1 HMXE8029 Main Rotor Gear without On...

Page 14: ...14 14 EXPLODED VIEWS 9 7 6 1 2 2 2 3 3 2 2 1 7 8 12 11 10 5 15 4 16 17 18 20 21 22 19 18 13 13 14 17 15 61 3 Screw Set MAIN FRAME ...

Page 15: ... 32 54 32 53 53 3 52 51 3 3 52 49 46 45 59 57 24 24 58 57 57 59 24 29 58 29 29 24 29 29 60 60 28 32 30 27 26 32 31 33 33 34 35 22 32 30 7 35 36 31 29 29 32 28 37 22 22 24 38 38 39 40 41 25 24 24 23 3 42 TAIL BOOM ASSEMBLY ROTOR HEAD 15 15 ...

Page 16: ...8514 EVPL 38 Feathering Spindle 1Pc Part HMXE8510 EVPL 34 Dampening Shim Set 1Set Part HMXE8508 EVPL 31 Bearings Main Grips Tail Shaft Part HMXE8827 6Pcs EVPL 31 Mixing Arms 2Pcs Part HMXE8512 EVPL 36 Flybar Paddles 2Pcs Part HMXE8516 EVPL 40 Tail Rotor Belt Drive Gear 1Set Part HMXE8027 EVPL 44 Tail Boom 1Pc Part HMXE8639 EVPL 48 Tail Rotor Gear Case 1Set Part HMXE8643 EVPL 52 Tail Pitch Slider C...

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Page 18: ...r Blades 1Pc Part HMXE8426 EVPL 59 Main Rotor Gear 1Pc Without One Way Bearing Part HMXM8029 EVPL 12 Main Rotor Blades 2Pcs Part HMXM8323 EVPL 60 OPTIONAL PARTS CNC Main Blade Grips 2 Pcs Part HMXE7482 CNC Head Block 1 Pc Part HMXE7483 CNC Flybar Carrier 1 Pc Part HMXE7484 CNC Washout Arms 2 Pcs Part HMXE7485 CNC Washout Base 1 Pc Part HMXE7486 CNC Seesaw 1 Pc Part HMXE7487 ...

Page 19: ...Drive Belt Pulley 1 Pc Part HMXE7491 CNC Tail Blade Grips 2 Pcs Part HMXE7492 CNC Mixer Arms 2 Pcs Part HMXE7493 Carbon Fiber Vertical Fin 1 Pc Part HMXE7498 Carbon Fiber Horizontal Fin 1 Pc Part HMXE7499 CNC Tail Servo Mount 2 Pcs Part HMXE7494 CNC Boom Support Ends 2 Pcs Part HMXE7495 CNC Boom and Fin Clamp 1 Pc Part HMXE7496 ...

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