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Assembly and Operating instructions
Spirit Fun PLUS RTF
Contents
Page
Specification
2
Set contents
2
Essential accessories
2
Transmitter controls
2
Transmitter screen
3
Operating the transmitter for the first time
3
Preparing the model
4
Charging the flight battery
4
Flying the model for the first time, trimming
4
Throttle / collective pitch curve - normal flight
5
Throttle / collective pitch curve - aerobatics
5
Control commands, Mode 1 and Mode 2
5
Notes on flying the model
5
Gyro gain (sensitivity)
6
Notes on the flight simulator
6
Replacement parts lists
6
Exploded drawing and parts list
7
Optional alternative use of the transmitter
8
Transmitter specification
9
Receiver specification
9
Service Centre addresses
9
Specification
Rotor diameter:
630 mm
Tail rotor diameter:
152 mm
Length:
670 mm
Height:
210 mm
Weight:
approx. 530 g
Power supply:
11.1 V LiPo battery, 1300 mAh
Dear customer,
Congratulations on your choice of a factory-assembled model
helicopter from the robbe Modellsport stable. Many thanks for
placing your trust in us.
The model can be ready for flying in just a few minutes. However,
it is really important to read right through these instructions and
the separate information sheets before attempting to fly the heli-
copter for the first time, as this will make it much easier for you to
operate the model safely. The Safety Notes and the instructions
regarding the LiPo battery are particularly important.
All directions, such as “right-hand”, are as seen from the tail of
the model, looking forward.
The Spirit Fun PLUS
The Spirit Fun PLUS is primarily intended for the “advanced
beginner”. Our aim with this helicopter is to help pilots make furt-
her progress after initially learning to fly using simple models such
as co-axial helicopters.
The model and the radio control system can be set up to allow
simple aerobatics, and these instructions cover these adjust-
ments in the interests of completeness. However, please do
not be tempted to use these settings until you are confident
that you are in full control of the model at all times in normal fly-
ing.
Fig. 1 - Set contents
- Factory-assembled Spirit Fun PLUS model helicopter with recei-
ving system, brushless motor and speed controller installed
- Gyro system installed and connected
- Six-channel FM transmitter
- LiPo battery, 11.1 V / 1300 mAh
- LiPo battery charger and mains PSU
- Training landing gear
- Flight simulator on CD + USB flight simulator lead
Essential accessories
Order No.
AA-size dry cell (non-rechargeable)
8008
8 required for transmitter
Alternatively for rechargeable power:
1.2 V NC / NiMH cell
8004 or 8005
8 required for transmitter
Unicharger 6
8500
or
Lader 6
8365
Transmitter charge lead
F 1415
It is very important to read the instructions supplied with the bat-
tery charger and the battery before charging the pack.
Note:
the mains PSU and battery charger for the flight pack are
not suitable for charging the transmitter battery.
Fig. 2 - Transmitter controls
A:
Aerial
B:
LCD screen
Displaying:
- Voltage
- Servo rotation (normal or reverse)
- Flight time
- Model type
- Position of the safety switch
C:
L.H. rotary knob
D:
R.H. rotary knob
E:
Switch 1 for channel 5
F:
Switch 2
G:
Push-button for selecting the model type
H:
Green “transmitter ready” LED
I:
Red “low battery voltage” LED
J:
Stick for functions 1 and 2
K:
Stick for functions 3 and 4
L:
Trim for function 2
M:
Trim for function 3
N:
Trim for function 1
O:
Trim for function 4
P:
Neckstrap lug
Q:
On / Off switch
R:
Safety switch “Lock”
S:
Servo reverse switches for channels 1, 2, 3 and 4
T:
Carry handle
U:
Transmitter crystal
V:
Battery compartment
W:
Flight simulator socket
X:
Charge socket
Y:
Dual-Rate switch for channels 1, 2 and 4