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Summary of Contents for Heli-Max Novus AH-1J SeaCobra
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Page 1: Instruction Manual
™ INSTRUCTION MANUAL Specifi cations Length: 9.0 in [229mm] Flying Weight: 2 oz [57.2g] with Width: 2.7 in [68mm] supplied fl ight battery Height: 3.3 in [84mm] Rotor Span: 7.9 in [200mm]... -
Page 2: Important Precautions
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS ● Only use the included charger with the included battery or replacement part (GPMP0409). ● Do not attempt to use this charger with NiCd or NiMH battery packs. ● Never charge in excess of 4.20V per cell. ●... -
Page 3: Warranty
In that Heli-Max has no control over the fi nal assembly or material used for fi nal assembly, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any damage resulting from the use by the user of the fi... -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Novus Helicopter visit the Heli-Max web site at: www.helimax-rc.com Open the “Helicopters” link, and then select the Novus AH-1J SeaCobra link. If there is new technical information or changes to this model a “tech notice” box will appear in the upper left corner of the page. -
Page 5: Safety Precautions
The spinning blades of a model helicopter can cause serious injury. When choosing a fl ying site for your Novus AH-1J SeaCobra, stay clear of buildings, trees and power lines. AVOID fl ying in or near crowded areas. DO NOT fl y close to people, children or pets. -
Page 6: Additional Items Required
KIT INSPECTION KIT INSPECTION Before starting assembly, take an inventory of the Novus AH-1J SeaCobra to make sure it is complete, and inspect the parts to make sure they are of acceptable quality. If any parts are missing or are not of acceptable quality, or if you need assistance with assembly, contact Product Support. -
Page 7: Install The Transmitter Batteries
INSTALL THE TRANSMITTER BATTERIES INSTALL THE TRANSMITTER BATTERIES ❏ Remove the battery cover from the back of the transmitter, remove battery box and install eight (8) “AA” batteries into the battery box. Double- check the polarity of each battery before placing the battery box back into the transmitter and replacing the battery cover. -
Page 8: Get The Model Ready To Fly
GET THE MODEL READY TO FLY GET THE MODEL READY TO FLY Charging the Flight Battery WARNING!! The charger supplied with the Heli-Max Novus Helicopter contains protective circuitry. If you experience any diffi culties while charging the battery, please disconnect the battery from the charger and unplug the charger from the power source. - Page 9 ❏ Plug the battery into the charger. The charge indicator light will start fl ashing quickly; this indicates that the battery is being charged. Once battery completely charged, the charge indicator light will turn green (solid or fl ashing). Disconnect the battery from the charger.
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Page 10: Electric Motor Warning
Electric motors are very dangerous. Do not work on the model while the fl ight battery is plugged in as interference may cause the main rotor blades to spin, possibly causing injury to yourself. Install the Battery ❏ Slide the battery into the Novus AH-1J SeaCobra as shown. -
Page 11: Turning The Model On
TURNING THE MODEL ON TURNING THE MODEL ON ❏ The Novus Helicopter uses a 2.4GHz system that requires a binding process when the unit is powered up. This process involves connecting the flight battery to the ESC with the transmitter turned off. -
Page 12: Transmitter Controls
TRANSMITTER CONTROLS TRANSMITTER CONTROLS All controls described as follows are with the tail pointing directly towards you. This is the best way to start out since it keeps the control inputs oriented the same. Once you start getting comfortable you can work on side hovering and nose-in. - Page 13 Moving the cyclic stick backwards (towards you) will cause the helicopter to tilt backwards and start moving that direction. Moving the cyclic stick forward (away from you) will cause the helicopter to tilt forward and start moving that direction. Moving collective stick up (away from you) will cause the helicopter...
- Page 14 Moving collective stick down (towards you) will cause the helicopter to descend. Moving tail rotor stick towards the left will cause the helicopter nose rotate left (counterclockwise). Moving tail rotor stick towards the right will cause the helicopter nose rotate right (clockwise).
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Page 15: Flying
35 feet [10.5m] square with no obstacles. The Novus AH-1J SeaCobra is extremely lightweight and does not fly well in ground effect (air disturbance when the model is hovered below 1 foot [30cm]). -
Page 16: Maintenance & Repairs
GOOD LUCK AND GREAT FLYING! MAINTENANCE & REPAIR MAINTENANCE & REPAIR The Heli-Max™ Novus AH-1J SeaCobra is a very small helicopter. Working on ® this small model will require very small tools. The DTXR0170 DuraTrax Precision Phillips Screwdriver 00x75mm is recommended. - Page 17 MAIN ROTOR GRIP REPLACEMENT ❏ Remove both blade bolts and main rotor blades. Remove the flybar linkage from blade grips. Remove the two blade grip screws and the blade grips can be easily removed. Reinstall the parts in the reverse order listed above. REPLACING THE FLYBAR ❏...
- Page 18 REPLACING THE TAIL SHAFT AND TAIL ROTOR ❏ Use a flat blade screw driver to carefully pry the tail rotor from the tail rotor shaft. Slide the tail drive gear off of the shaft. Slide the tail rotor shaft out the opposite side of the tail rotor case.
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Page 20: Ordering Replacement Parts
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS Replacement parts for the Heli-Max Novus AH-1J SeaCobra are available using the order numbers in the Replacement Parts List below. The fastest, most economical service can be provided by your hobby dealer. Novus AH-1J SeaCobra Replacement Parts List... -
Page 21: Exploded View
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