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polarity is wrong – the RED charger light will not illuminate – reverse the connection to rectify. Plug the
adapter into the charger for charging. The charger may also be powered from a 12 Vlt. DC battery – like a
car battery, to enable charging away from the home. Attach the lead with “alligator” clips to the DC battery
( RED to + BLACK to - )
Then plug into the Purple charger for charging.
It is highly recommended to use a fireproof dish or bowl to contain the battery while charging - see photo –
this is a safety precaution in case of a fire. Always Charge the battery outside if possible and never leave
unattended. Disconnect the battery if it gets hot.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS for LiPo Batteries
Never leave Lithium Polymer batteries unattended whilst charging.
Never charge Lithium Polymer batteries inside a model; hot batteries can cause fires.
Never charge Lithium Polymer batteries inside a motor vehicle.
Never charge Lithium Polymer batteries on any surface which can catch fire e.g. wooden benches.
Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.
Do not allow batteries to get wet.
Do not use the batteries with positive and negative terminals reversed.
Do not short circuit the battery.
Do not pierce the battery or subject it to heavy knocks or impacts.
Do not use or store the battery inside motor vehicles during hot weather. Doing so may cause the
battery to overheat, risking fire or explosion.
If your battery balloons in size, is punctured or is malformed, take precautions to get the battery to a non-
flammable area for at least one hour. IN CASE OF FIRE. After several hours place the battery in salt
water.
Getting Ready to Fly:
Always ensure that the transmitter is switched on, that the antenna is extended fully , that the throttle lever is
set at its lowest point ( stick to the bottom on the gymbal ) and the model is being held securely before
connecting the battery, this will prevent unexpected start ups which could cause injury.
OK, so having done that, the battery can be placed in its compartment under the nose and its red plug
connected to the socket inside. After a pause you will hear some “beeping” telling you that the battery, the
electronic speed control and the motor are all in communication. When the beeping stops, slowly advancing
the throttle will cause the motor to start and continue to speed up until full throttle is reached.
Having checked the motor, stop it by bringing the throttle lever back to full low and then, by moving the
elevator, aileron and rudder sticks, check that all surfaces move in the correct direction and by the required
amount. If any of these move in the wrong direction there are reversing switches on the front of the
transmitter to correct the situation, With the trims, (they are the small sliders alongside the sticks), in the
central position, check that the ailerons, rudder and elevator are properly aligned; if not, make adjustments to
the appropriate clevises. Having the surfaces properly aligned with the trims in the central position will
ensure that the model on its first flight will be near to being “in trim” and any minor out of trim condition will
then be correctable by use of the trim sliders. You may wish to engage the assistance of a modeller with
some R/C experience to guide you through this all important phase and also to cast his eye over the model
to ensure all is correct.
The first task is to range check the radio equipment. Go to an area clear of trees and metal fences, like the
middle of a sports field to ensure clear reception.
Checking Radio Range :
Switch on the transmitter, extend fully the transmitter’s antenna and plug in the model’s battery; then with
someone holding the model up from the ground walk away to about 30 metres, having your helper observe
for any flutter of the control surfaces – they should not move until you operate the controls. Then, all being
well, start the motor, once again having your helper check for any untoward movement of the surfaces. This
can all be done on a day while you are waiting for the best weather and an experienced radio flyer is
available to give you a hand.
First Flights:
It will be VERY helpful if you are able to obtain help from an experienced model pilot during your first flights.
It is a very good idea to find a model club in your area or at least someone that can fly RC planes. They can