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Step 3: Range Testing the Radio System
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Plug in and install the flight battery.
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Turn on the transmitter, double-check that the throttle lever is in the "off" position, then turn on the airborne system.
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Set the Thermalaire on the ground.
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With the transmitter's antenna fully
collapsed
, move the control stick back and forth to check the controls.
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Walk approximately 50ft. from the airplane and move the control stick back and forth. Check to make sure that the
airplane's controls are moving smoothly at this distance. You may need a friend to help you with this step.
If the Thermalaire does not range check, don't fly! Please refer to the troubleshooting guide on page # 28.
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Check before every flight to ensure that the batteries in the transmitter are working properly. When the red LED
begins to flash it's time to change the batteries.
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Before recharging the flight battery, let the motor run until the flight battery is completely drained. This will ensure
you don't overcharge the battery.
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Do not begin to charge the flight battery if it is hot. Wait for the battery to cool before recharging it.
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Never leave the flight battery plugged into the airplane unless you are flying or testing the controls.
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Before flying, always double-check that you've extended the transmitter antenna completely.
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Before each flight, do a quick motor test to make sure that the motor is producing full power. If it isn't the flight battery
may not be fully charged. Do not charge a completely drained flight battery longer than 30 minutes or damage to the flight
battery may occur.
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When you fly, orientate yourself so that the sun is at your back. Don't fly directly into the sun or you won't be able to
see your airplane.
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Separate battery packs can be purchased and charged before going to the flying field. An extra flight battery will
double your flight time.
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Do not fly in high winds, otherwise the Thermalaire will be difficult to control and a crash will likely occur.
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Do not fly your airplane if another airplane is on the same frequency as you. The frequency and channel number are
printed on the back of the transmitter.
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The transmitter is a powerful device that transmits its signal farther than you can see your airplane. For this reason we
suggest checking around to make sure there are no other flyers or flying sites near you that you can't see. This will prevent
you from interfering with other flyers who might be on the same frequency as you.
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Always be conscious of the spinning propeller. Be careful not to allow loose clothing to be drawn into the propeller.
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If you're under 12 years of age we suggest you fly while accompanied by an adult.
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Never attempt to disassemble any of the Thermalaire's components, especially the transmitter and receiver.
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Do not allow any of the components to get wet or electrical damage may occur.
Before flying your Thermalaire for the first time, please read these flight tips and warnings carefully.
Section 6: Flight Tips and Warnings