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Safety Precautions:

Warning: Do not modify or alter this unit.

 Changes or modifi cations to this unit not expressly approved 

by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

•   Do not turn on the Piloto unless the controller has been turned 

on fi rst. 

•  Keep hands, hair and loose clothing away from the spinning 

propeller when the power switch is turned ON.

•  Turn off the controller and Piloto when not in use.

•  Remove the battery from the controller when not in use. 

•  Parental guidance is recommended while fl ying.

•  Always keep your Piloto in sight while fl ying.

•  For the best performance, use new alkaline batteries in the 

controller.

•  Replace the batteries in the controller with new ones as soon 

as any function becomes diminished.

•  Keep these instructions for future reference.

•  Follow the operating instructions exactly.

•  Your controller’s built-in charger is made specifi cally for the 

rechargeable Piloto LiPo battery. Do not use it to charge any 
other battery.

       WARNING: 

CHOKING HAZARD — 

Small parts. 

Not for children under 3 years of age.

“This product is in compliance with the 
essential requirements and other relevant 
provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.”

Do not touch the spinning propeller 
or fl y over another person’s head. 
Adult supervision is required.

This device complies with Part 15 of 
the FCC rules. Operation is subject 
to the following two conditions: (1) 
This device may not cause harmful 
interference, and (2) this device 
must accept any interference 
received, including interference that 
may cause undesired operation.

FCC REQUIREMENT

Care and Maintenance:

•  Always remove batteries from the controller when it is not being used for a 

long period of time.

•  Wipe the toy gently with a clean, damp cloth.

•  Keep the toy away from direct heat.

•  Do not submerge the toy into water. This could damage the electronic 

assemblies.

Battery Cautions:

•  Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged.

•  If the controller uses rechargeable batteries, remove them before recharging.

•  Rechargeable batteries should be recharged only by an adult.

•  Do not power the controller by mixing different types of batteries, or old and 

new batteries.

•  Use only batteries of the same or equivalent type as those recommended.

•  Install batteries following the correct polarity.

•  Remove exhausted batteries from the controller.

•  Do not short-circuit the supply terminals.

The Piloto is equipped with a rechargeable LiPo battery. Please pay 
attention to the following cautions for safe use:

•  Do not dispose of the battery into fi re or heat.

•  Do not use or leave the battery near a heat source, such as fi re or a heater.

•  Do not strike the battery or throw it against a hard surface.

•  Do not immerse the battery into water. Keep the battery cool and dry.

•  When recharging the battery, use only the charger designed for that purpose.

•  Do not over-discharge the battery.

•  Do not connect the battery to an electrical outlet.

•  Do not directly solder the battery or pierce it with a nail or other sharp object.

•  Do not transport or store the battery together with metal objects such as 

necklaces, hairpins, etc.

•  Do not disassemble or alter the battery.

•  Charge the battery every six months.

•  Turn off your equipment power switch after use.

•  Recycle used batteries after covering the battery terminals with insulation 

tape or inserting the battery into an individual polybag.

Note:

•  Parental guidance is recommended when installing or replacing batteries.

•  Static electricity may cause the toy to malfunction, requiring you to turn it off 

and back on before fl ying again.

Specifi c Note to Adults:

•  Regularly examine all parts of the toy for damage. If any is found, do not use 

the toy again until the damage has been repaired.

•  This toy is not intended for children under 3 years old.

•  This toy must be used only with the recommended charger.

•  Do not try to charge other batteries with the controller’s charger.

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Battery Requirements for Piloto:

Battery Requirement for Controller:

Power Supply: =====

Rating: DC 3.7V

Batteries: 1 x 3.7V LiPo Rechargeable 
Battery Pack

Requires: 1 x 3.7V LiPo Rechargeable 
Battery Pack (included)

Power Supply: ======

Rating: DC 9V

Batteries: 6 x 1.5V “AA”

Requires: 6 x 1.5V “AA” size 
batteries (not included)

Safety Tips

•  Read through the entire instruction manual before fl ying your Piloto.

•  This product should be fl own only indoors. 

•  Make sure that you and other people stay at least 3 feet (or 1 meter) away from the Piloto during 

fl ight.

•  Always keep your eye on the fl ying toy to prevent it from fl ying, landing, or crashing on or near your 

head or body, or on other people.

•  Never disassemble or attempt to modify the Piloto. You could damage the product and create the 

potential for damage or injury.

•  Never put your hands or face close to the spinning propeller. Doing so risks injury. Never operate the 

Piloto while sitting on the fl oor or on a chair — always fl y from a position that lets you get out of the 
way quickly if necessary.

•  Always switch off both the Piloto and the controller when you leave the controller unattended. If the 

power switch is left on, unintended stick operation might occur (for example, if the controller falls 
face-forward onto the fl oor). 

•  Never let young children use this product. Doing so risks accidents caused by the rotating parts.

•  Never use parts that are damaged.

Operating Tips

•  Always move the controller’s throttle stick to the down position after a crash.

•  Do not place any other labels or stickers onto the Piloto. These could interfere with its 

performance.

•  Two Piloto models cannot be fl own on the same radio band.

Problem: 

Propeller doesn’t turn.

Cause:  

• ON/OFF switch is OFF.
•  Weak battery.

Solution:  

• Set switch to ON.
•  Recharge the battery.

Safety Tips

Trouble Shooting

Problem: 

Piloto suddenly stops fl ying and drops.

Cause: 

Too little power.

Solution: 

Recharge the battery pack.

Problem: 

Loss of control.

Cause:  

• Another RF control device is interfering.

Solution:  

• Avoid fl ying around other radio-control devices.
•  Choose another fl ying location.

Flying Your Piloto (continued)

CAUTION:

 Changes or modifi cations to this product not 

expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance 
may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Entire Contents  © Copyright 2008  •  3005240

To Ascend:

Gain fl ying altitude by 
moving the controller’s 
throttle (left) stick upward.

To Turn Left:

Make left turns by moving 
the controller’s rudder 
(right) stick to the left.

2. HOW TO CONTROL FLIGHT:

To Descend:

Fly lower by moving the 
controller’s throttle (left) 
stick downward.

To Turn Right:

Make right turns by 
moving the controller’s 
rudder (right) stick to 
the right.

3. HOW TO LAND:

•  When you’re ready to land, just move the controller’s throttle (left) stick down 

to its “off” position. As the Piloto glides to the ground, you can still make left 
and right turns using the controller’s rudder (right) stick.

Contents

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Main Features

Piloto:

•  Durable, pre-colored foam fuselage, wings and tail

• Carbon-fi ber frame

•  On/off switch and charging jack

•  Built-in LiPo (lithium-polymer) rechargeable fl ight battery

•  Realistic rudder control

• Climbs, descends, and turns like a real airplane

Controller:

•  Two-channel digital control

•  Charge status and power-on LEDs

•  Easy Piloto battery recharging from the controller

Do not touch the spinning propeller or fl y over another person’s head. Adult supervision is required.

Piloto

Instruction Manual

Controller

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