Red Pawz CMR280, User Manual

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Looking after your CMR280
Snow and Water
Even though most of the PCBs in the CMR280 are coated with a conformal coating, which does
offer some protection from water, it is not recommended to get the CMR280 wet, even if that water
comes in the form of snow.
If your CMR280 does get wet, immediately remove power, and place it in a sealed container
containing uncooked rice, for 24 hours. The rice will absorb some of the water.
If the CMR280 falls into salt water, damage may be more serious, and requires rinsing the quad
with a bath of distilled water before placing it in the sealed rice container. The Tx module may not
survive this ordeal, and may require replacing.
Note that even if the CMR280 survives a salt-water bath, long term corrosive effects of the salt on
any exposed copper surfaces may result in the product failing at some point in the future.
The Sun
The camera use in the CMR280 (or any camera for that matter) does not appreciate being left
staring at the sun for long periods of time.
LiPos also have a habit of living short lives when exposed to extreme heat. It is highly
recommended to store the Vortex in the shade between flights.
Dirt
The typical mini-quad tends to live a life coated in a thick layer of grass, dirt, and other materials
which happen to be in the way during landings, whether intentional, or otherwise.
It is highly recommended to keep the CMR280 clean of foreign materials, especially those which
tend to conduct electricity when wet.