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Instruction Manual
http://www.jperkinsdistribution.co.uk
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the most
complete, high quality RC micro indoor helicopter
available today.
This electric helicopter is designed by expert
engineers and assembled at the factory. It is the
finest model yet devised for learning the sport of
RC model helicopters as it is complete (except for 8
AA alkaline batteries), very strong, easy to fly with
numerous innovative safety features.
The Twister employs the highest quality control
systems and engineering.
Careful and appropriate use of carbon fibre has
been made throughout to improve strength and
save weight, whilst many precision miniature ball
bearings support the important components.
The '4-in-1' on-board electronics package includes
6 channel receiver, piezo gyro, electronic mixers
and speed controllers PLUS a computer fail-safe,
an LED system check, and a motor safe start facility.
The fail-safe cuts power to the main motor in the
event of transmitter failure, whilst the safe-start
only allows starting when the throttle stick is
low–so there is no danger of connecting the flight
battery and inadvertently sending power instantly to
the motors.
The transmitter has been designed with high quality,
adjustable stick units, convertible between Mode
II (throttle left) and Mode 1 (throttle right), whilst
a 'buddy box' trainer socket AND trainer cable
is included as standard. Both transmitter trims
and stick units operate at a professional level of
quality–a vitally important feature for successful
helicopter control.
The Twister is ready to fly and requires only 8AA
alkaline transmitter batteries.
It is designed for use indoors in an adequate and
safe space, for example a large room or a sports
hall. It can also be flown outdoors in calm weather.
The Twister is upgradeable to higher performance
through the purchase of upgrade parts.
Spare parts are available through your local model
shop. We wish you successful and safe flying.
NEW HELICOPTER PILOTS
Welcome to the fascinating world of RC model
helicopters.
If you are new to RC model helicopters, please
do not expect to be able to 'open the box and
immediately 'fly around'. This model requires a
commitment by the customer to spend time learning
the procedures required for safe and successful
operation.
To most people, this represents an interesting and
often exciting challenge. During the course of this
manual we will present you with an outline of the
way model helicopters operate plus suggested
training techniques written by experienced RC
model helicopter pilots. We hope this well help
you. However, this information is not designed as a
definitive guide and is not a guarantee that you will
achieve successful helicopter flight. Neither do we
guarantee you will not break anything!
If this is not what you expected and demands more
commitment than you wish to give, we advise you
not to buy this product.
Your supplier will be pleased to advise you on
additional sources of information if you need to
know more about RC model helicopters. Please
observe the principles of safety laid down
by the British Model Flying Association (http:
//www.bmfa.org/) in their safety code which is
available on-line.
PREPARING FOR FLIGHT
1. UNPACKING YOUR TWISTER
1. Carefully remove the model and other items
from the packaging.
2. Screw the transmitter aerial into its socket
in the top of the transmitter.
3. Insert 8AA alkaline batteries into the
transmitter battery compartment being
careful to observe battery polarity. See the E
Sky manual for details.
4. Unwrap the receiver aerial ENTIRELY from
its stowed location around the right side
undercarriage and leave it to dangle freely.
Do NOT tape it to any helicopter components
as this may cause interference.
WARNING!
RC flight is achieved through low power RF
transmissions and is susceptible to interference.
The carbon and metal parts in a helicopter create
potential interference hazards for your receiver,
therefore it is important to route the receiver aerial
directly away from the helicopter and away from
interference hazards.
Useful tip
........................... Although the Twister is
very strong and includes many carbon fibre parts,
all model helicopters require careful handling and
a delicate touch when setting up for flight or during
maintenance. In particular, take great care with
the electrical connections to and from the '4-in-1'
control unit.
2. CHARGING THE FLIGHT BATTERY
The mains charger supplied is designed to charge
the 8.4V 600mAh Nimh battery in approximately
60 minutes. For fully automatic fast charging we
recommend purchase of the JP 5510540 Automatic