INDEX
Introduction…………………………………..
Assembly……………………………………..
1. Unpack you Twister 3D storm……
2. Aligning the tail boom & fin………..
3. Tighten tail blades………………….
4. Attach undercarriage………………
5. Attach main rotor blades…………..
6. Receiver installation………………..
7. ESC installation…………………….
Radio Setup…………………………………..
8. Recommended pitch settings……..
9. Pushrod lengths…………………….
Linkage, nut & bolt checks………………….
Battery charging……………………………..
10. Connecting the charger………….
11. Connecting battery to charger…..
Final flight preparation………………………
12. Installing the battery……………..
Spare parts & option parts………………….
Twister 3D Storm exploded view…………..
Radio setup for Hitec Optic Sport………….
Radio setup for Futaba 9CAP………………
Radio setup for Spektrum DX7/JR…………
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Vital Safety Information
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If you have no experience flying R/C
helicopters, it is highly recommended
that you seek advice from your supplier
and/or an experienced R/C helicopter
pilot.
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Read all instructions carefully prior to
assembling and before flying the heli-
copter. Seek advice should any infor-
mation be unclear. You assume all risk
and responsibility when using this
model.
•
Keep well clear of rotating blades to
avoid serious injury.
•
Never wear loose clothing when operat-
ing model helicopters
•
Always wear protective eyewear when
operating model helicopters.
•
Only fly in areas where it is safe to do
so and in areas where the flying of R/C
models is permitted.
•
Do not fly near people, animals, build-
ings or any obstacles.
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Do not fly your model at head height.
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Do not fly your model within 5 metres
of yourself or any person.
•
Do not exceed 2000RPM main rotor
head speed.
GUARANTEE/WARRANTY
J.Perkins Distribution Ltd and Model Engines (Aust.) Pty. Ltd. Guarantee this product to be free from
manufacturing and assembly defects for a period of one year from the time of purchase. This does not affect
your statuary rights. This warranty is not valid for any damage or subsequent damage arising as a result of a
crash, misuse, modification or for damage or consequential damage arising as a result of failure to observe the
procedures outlined in this manual. Operation of this model is carried out entirely at the risk of the operator.
Please note that, whilst every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of instructions and material included with
this product, mistakes can occur and neither J.Perkins Distribution Ltd/Model Engines (Aust.) Pty. Ltd not it’s
distributors will be held liable for any loss or damage arising from the use of this model or for any loss or
damage arising from omissions or inaccuracies in the associated instructions or materials included with this
product.
We reserve the right to modify the design of this product, contents and manuals without prior notification.
© 2007 J.Perkins Distribution Ltd, Lenham, Kent, UK ME17 2DL. www.jperkinsdistribution.co.uk
Model Engines (Aust.) Pty. Ltd., Noble Park, Victoria 3174, Australia. www.modelengines.com.au
All rights reserved. E&OE
CRASHES & SPARE PARTS
The Twister 3D Storm has been designed to be strong and easy to repair, however, should the
helicopter crash, there is a chance that parts will be damaged. In the event of a crash, it is important
that the helicopter be thoroughly checked before undertaking further flights to ensure that no danger
could be posed to yourself, bystanders or property. If the structural integrity of any part is in doubt,
the part should be replaced. Crash damage is NOT covered by warranty
Using the exploded view at the rear of this manual, along with the listed part numbers, and contact
your hobby supplier for the required parts.
