Precision Drone Pacesetter 2015, User Manual

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Pre-Flight Checklist
Drone
Controller
Live Feed Monitor
Batteries
1) Check the drone for any signs of damage or loose cables/straps
2) Make sure all components are fully charged.
3) Check that the propeller direction of rotation is correct. (See page 47)
4) Check that the propellers are tight and won't slip.
5) Make sure motor leads are fastened securely into the ESCs.
6) Make sure all switches on the controller are forward. Flight Mode Switch and
Flight Orientation Switch should both be in position 0 (see page 5). Make sure
the throttle is all the way down.
7) Turn on the controller.
8) Make sure batteries are strapped in and tight.
9) Power on your live feed monitor and check that voltage is normal, it should be
16.8/16.9v. If voltage is higher, take the drone to your authorized dealer. If
voltage is lower, check batteries with the provided battery checker.
10) Make sure the drone and its propellers are free of any and all obstructions
before arming.
11) Start the motors and check that individual rotation is correct. To arm them,
take both sticks and move them down and towards the center. Refer to the
motor rotation diagram on page 47.
IMPORTANT:
Never take off with less than 8 satellites.
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