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Safety notes for operating electric model
aircraft. These instructions as well as the
assembly and operating instructions must
be read carefully in full before operating
the model!
Model aircraft are not children‘s toys. For assembling them and in
particular for operating them technical knowledge is necessary. Er-
rors or carelessness during assembly and subsequent operation can
lead to serious damage to property or injury to persons. Since the
manufacturer and seller have no influence over proper construction
and operation of the model, they draw special attention to these
dangers but cannot accept any liability for damage to persons or pro-
perty or other damage. The model should only be built by adults or
under the supervision of adults. Follow the assembly and operating
instructions. Any changes to the construction or non-adherence to
the operating instructions will invalidate the guarantee.
Before assembling and operating the model it is advisable to seek
advice from experienced model fliers, preferably clubs or flying
schools. It is advisable to take out public liability insurance for
operating the model. Clubs, for example, can give advice on this.
Even a properly built model can be dangerous. Never attempt to
touch turning propellers/rotor blades or other open moving parts as
this could lead to serious injury. Passers by and spectators must
keep adequate distance from the model being flown. Keep clear from
high voltage power lines. Never operate the model on public streets,
places, school yards, parks, playgrounds etc. Keep the required
minimum distance for the model concerned from inhabited areas.
Every model flier must act in a manner that will not endanger or
destroy public safety and order, persons or property, or the running
of model flying. Only use batteries with the specified number of cells
and capacity. Too many cells could overload the electric motor and
cause it to burn out, catch fire and cause radio interference.
The propeller/rotor blades or the propeller suspension can tear and
the fragments can fly away in all directions at high speed. Trouble-
free operation is also not possible if too few cells are used.
Always use fully charged batteries. Land the model in plenty of time
before empty batteries can lead to malfunction or an uncontrolled
crash.
Check the RC equipment for correct functionality before every flight.
For example, rudder throw must always be in the correct direction.
Before turning on the model make sure that the set channel really is
only being used by you.
Ensure clear take-off and landing areas. Check the model constantly
while it is flying.
Do not move the joystick abruptly while flying.
Never fly at persons or animals and also never fly over them.
Only use the intended connector systems that prevent incorrect
polarity. Incorrect polarity can cause a short circuit. Short circuited
batteries can explode.
Carry out the envisaged suppression measures on motors (suppres-
sion condensers and if necessary additional chokes).
The tools necessary for assembly can cause injury. Injury can also
be caused by model parts that have been broken off or not deburred.
Adhesives and paints can contain substances such as solvents
that are harmful to health. Observe the manufacturer‘s notes and if
necessary wear protective goggles.
Rubber parts such as rubber rings can age, becoming brittle and
unusable, so they must be checked before use.
Problem
possible cause
Consequence
Remedy
Piccoboard does not
work properly or not
at all.
Servos and motors are
not working.
The receiver quartz on the Piccoboard
is not plugged in.
Receiver and transmitter quartz are
not matched (different channels) or are
damaged.
The two servo plugs (brown/red/orange)
on the Piccoboard are the wrong way
round or not plugged into the receiver
part of the Piccoboard.
The receiver cannot receive the
signals from the transmitter.
The receiver cannot receive the
signals from the transmitter.
In this case the receiver does not get
any power and cannot function. Inser-
ting the connectors incorrectly will not
normally damage the electronics.
The receiver quartz which is
normally with the transmitter
must be plugged into the
Piccoboard as shown.
Check whether both quartzes
are for the same channel.
NOTE: Do not mix quartzes
(transmitter = TF or Tx / recei-
ver = RA or Rx).
Plug the board‘s connectors
and servos to the receiver as
described. Ensure correct
polarity.
Piccolo turns after
lift-off.
Gyro does not work
properly.
Tail mixture is not right.
The Piccoboard was stuck on incor-
rectly.
The tail rotor drive is not working
properly.
The tail turns away.
Gyro is not in the correct plane.
The tail rotor does not have enough
power.
Correct the tail mixture as
described.
Make sure the Piccoboard is
properly fitted.
Check the tail drive, especially
that it runs easily.
Tail mixture cannot be
adjusted.
The 2 adjustment potentiometers react
very sensitively and so they may only be
adjusted carefully.
If it is not adjusted carefully it will be
difficult to find the right adjustment
again.
Disconnect the flight battery
and put the potentiometers
back into their start position,
as shown. It is advisable to dis-
connect the battery briefly after
each adjustment so as to avoid
deviation when reading in.
Tail swings while
hovering
Gyro sensitivity is set too high.
Gyro oversteers.
Reduce the sensitivity ( - ).
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