Contents Introduction ................4 Contents ..................4 Required to complete ..............5 FCC Information ................. 5 Safety precautions ..............5 LiPo battery warnings ..............6 Preparing for flight ..............7 Flying ..................11 Propeller replacement .............12 Replacement Parts ..............12 Warranty, support and service ..........13 IMPORTANT! This radio control model is not a toy.
Pair-To-Fly (supplied with a Hitec Red receiver that’s compatible with your existing Hitec air transmitter). Weighing less than an ounce, the Sopwith Pup is ideal for indoor flight or outdoor flight in calm conditions. • Semi-scale appearance with molded wing rib detail •...
Required To Complete • 4 x AA alkaline cells • 1 x 4-channel Hitec Red-enabled transmitter. FCC Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
• Keep all chemicals, small parts and all electronic components out of the reach of children. • Moisture causes damage to electronic components. Avoid water exposure to all electronic components, parts, etc. that are not specifically designed and protected for use in water. •...
Preparing for Flight 1. Charging the flight battery. You must charge the included 70mAh 1-cell/1S 3.7V 15C LiPo battery (AZSB????) using the USB battery charger (AZS????) supplied, or by using a suitably compatible LiPo battery charger. Charging the LiPo battery using an incompatible LiPo battery charger (such as a NiCd or NiMH battery charger), or even a different LiPo battery charger with the incorrect settings, may result in damage to the battery or even fire, resulting in property damage and/or...
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Having put your transmitter into pair / bind mode, pull the throttle stick back to its lowest position. Install the fully charged 70mAh LiPo battery in your Sopwith Pup by plugging the ultra-micro connector on the battery to the lead extending from the bottom of the aircraft. Make sure, once again, to match the red dots on the connectors to assure correct polarity.
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two servos, and an electronic speed control (ESC). When the transmitter finds this unit and pairs with it, the unit will instruct the elevator and rudder control surfaces to move to indicate that the pairing process is complete and that the motor is now armed. When this happens, follow your transmitter’s instruction manual for guidance on exiting the pairing process.
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Your Sopwith Pup is now ready to fly. Choose a flat-calm day for the first flight or use a suitable indoor venue (a sports hall is ideal) that’s free of...
Early morningDawn Patrols and sorties flown near dusk are best. Due to its light weight the Sopwith Pup flies easily and, as such, it is not necessary to fly at full throttle. Its light weight also keeps the model from incurring much damage in a crash.
Propeller Replacement Should the propeller need replacing, you will need to hold the prop shaft with a pair of needle nose pliers while you screw the propeller on in a clockwise direction. Screw the prop onto the shaft until the shaft is flush with the front of the propeller hub.
Warranty, support and service 30-Day Limited Warranty Term Period: We warranty that the Product(s) purchased (the ‘Product’) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship when the product is new (before being used) for the limited warranty term period, 30 days, from the date of purchase by the Purchaser.
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