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SerVICe NOTeS
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and tips on replacing spare parts, plus other useful
information on all Revell Control models.
INSTrUCTIONS FOr SaFe FlyINg
GENERAL FLYING TIPS:
• Always place the helicopter on a
level surface.
• An inclined surface can, under certain
circumstances, negatively effect the
helicopter during take-off.
• Always operate the controls slowly
and with a gentle touch.
• Always maintain visual contact with
the helicopter and do not look at the
remote control!
• Move the thrust controller somewhat
down again once the helicopter has lifted
off from the ground.
• Maintain flying altitude by adjusting the
thrust controller.
• If the helicopter descends, move the
thrust controller slightly upward again.
• If the helicopter climbs, move the thrust
controller down slightly.
• To fly along a curve, tapping the
directional controller very slightly in the
respective direction often suffices. There
is a general tendency during preliminary
attempts at flight to operate the
helicopter's controls too aggressively.
Always operate the controls slowly and
carefully. Never fast and fitfully.
• Beginners should first master trimming
before attempting to master the thrust
controller. It is not necessary for the
helicopter to fly straight at first. It is far
more important to maintain a constant
height of approximately one metre
above the ground by repeatedly tapping
the thrust controller. Only then should
the pilot practise steering the helicopter
left and right.
SUITABLE FLYING ENVIRONMENT:
The location in which the helicopter is flown should fulfil the following criteria:
• It should be an indoor location without any wind. Insofar as possible, there should
be no air conditioning systems, heaters, etc. that can cause air currents.
• The room should be at least 10 metres long, six metres wide and three metres high.
• No disruptive objects, such as fans, lamps, etc. should be present in the room.
• When initialising take-off, make absolutely sure that all persons and animals – including
the pilot – are at least 1-2 metres removed from the aircraft before flight begins.
• Always watch the aircraft to ensure it does not fly into and injure the pilot, other
people or animals.
WARNING!
Flying model aircraft and helicopters outdoors has required mandatory liability insurance
since 2005. Contact your private liability insurer and make sure that your new and
earlier models are included in your insurance coverage. Request written confirmation
and keep this in a safe place. Alternatively, the DMFV offers a trial membership free
of charge online at www.dmfv.aero, which includes insurance.
8 ChaNgINg The rOTOr BlaDeS
If the rotor blades of the helicopter are damaged and you must replace them,
proceed as follows:
8A
Prior to installation, make sure that you do not mix up the rotor blades. The rotor
blades are marked with "1", "2", "3" and "4" (see Fig.). Type "1" and "3" rotor blades
are mounted on top and Type "2" and "4" rotor blades are mounted on the bottom.
8B
Use a Phillips screwdriver to carefully remove the screws on the rotor blade.
8C
Now carefully remove the rotor blade from the mount.
8D
Carefully fit the new rotor blade in the mount and tighten the screw.
Attention:
Do not over-tighten the screw. The rotor blade must have a certain amount of play.
Additional tips and tricks can be found online at
www.revell-control.de.
TrOUBleShOOTINg
Problem: The rotor blades do not move.
Cause:
• The ON/OFF switch is in the "OFF" position.
• The battery is too weak or depleted.
• The helicopter is not ready.
Remedy:
• Set the ON/OFF switch to the "ON" position.
• Charge the battery.
• Move the thrust control to full and back to zero, wait 5 sec.
Problem: The helicopter stops and descends during flight for
no apparent reason.
Cause:
• The battery is too weak.
• The infrared connection is disrupted (e.g. lighting too bright).
Remedy:
• Charge the battery.
• Secure the infrared connection, change location, if necessary.
Problem: The helicopter cannot be controlled.
Cause:
• A different infrared source disrupts the signal transmission.
• The signal transmission is diminished by a strong light source.
Remedy:
• Avoid or switch off potentially disrupt infrared sources.
• Use the helicopter in a different location.
Problem: The helicopter only rotates around its axis clockwise
or anti-clockwise.
Cause:
• Excessive trim adjustment to the left or right, possibly due
to the incorrect, continuous activation of the trim buttons.
Remedy:
• Reset the trim adjustment by repeatedly tapping the trim button
for the opposite direction
