Flying The Blade Trio 360 Cfx - Horizon Hobby Blade Trio 360 CFX Instruction Manual

Motor
Re-connect the motor wires to the ESC prior to attempting the motor test. Place
the helicopter outdoors on a clean, fl at and level surface (concrete or asphalt) free
of obstructions. Always stay clear of moving rotor blades.
1. The motor beeps twice when the helicopter's ESC arms properly. Before you
continue, confi rm that TH HOLD is ON.
WARNING: The motor will spin when throttle is increased while TH HOLD
is OFF.
2. Check the swashplate directions to ensure they are moving in the correct
direction. Please refer to the diagrams for reference.
Pre-Flight Checklist
❏ Check all screws and ensure that they are tight
❏ Check belt tension and ensure that it is not too tight or too loose
❏ Check main and tail blades to ensure they are not damaged
❏ Check all links and make sure they move freely but do not pop off easily
❏ Check that fl ight battery and transmitter battery are fully charged
❏ Check all wires to ensure that they are not cut, pinched, or chaffed
and are properly secured

Flying the Blade Trio 360 CFX

Consult local laws and ordinances before choosing a location to fl y your aircraft.
• Always keep aircraft in sight and under control
• Always turn on throttle hold at loss of control or rotor strike
• Always use fullly charged batteries
• Always keep transmitter powered on while aircraft is powered
• Always remove batteries before disassembly
• Always keep moving parts clean
• Always keep parts dry
• Always let parts cool after use before touching
• Always remove batteries after use
• Always keep people and pets at least 30 feet away when
the fl ight battery is connected
• Never operate aircraft with damaged wiring
Never touch moving parts Select a large, open area away from people and ob-
jects. Your fi rst fl ights should be outdoors in low-wind conditions. Always stay at
least 30 feet (10 meters) away from the helicopter when it is fl ying.
The Blade Trio 360 CFX is intended to be fl own outdoors.
CAUTION: This helicopter is intended for pilots with experience
fl ying aerobatic, collective pitch helicopters. The helicopter is more
responsive than other Blade helicopters. If you are not an experienced 3D or
collective pitch helicopter pilot, do not attempt to fl y this product.
Takeoff
Deliberately increase throttle and establish a hover at least 24" (0.6 meter) high,
outside of ground effect.
CAUTION: Do not give any aileron, elevator or rudder commands before
takeoff or the helicopter may crash during takeoff.
WARNING: Stay at least 30 feet (10 meters) away from the helicopter
when the motor is running. Do not attempt to fl y the helicopter at this
time.
3. Ensure the throttle is lowered completely. Confi rm the transmitter is still set
to normal fl ight mode. Turn throttle hold off at this time. Slowly increase the
throttle until the blades begin to spin. The main blades spin clockwise when
viewing the helicopter from the top. The tail rotor blades spin counterclockwise
when viewing the helicopter from the right-hand side.
❏ Check all wire connections
❏ Check gears and make sure no teeth are missing
❏ Do a complete control test
❏ Check that servos are functioning properly
❏ Check to make sure fl ight battery is properly secured
❏ Check to make sure AR7210BX is properly secured
Flying
The helicopter lifts off the ground when the rotor head reaches a suitable speed.
Establish a low-level hover to verify proper operation of your helicopter. Do not set
any trim; the fl ybarless design of the Blade 360 CFX renders trim unnecessary.
Setting trim or sub-trim can cause an unwanted drift or rotation of the helicopter.
First fl ights should be performed in normal mode and low cyclic and rudder dual
rates until you are familiar with the fl ying manner. Discover the rates that fi t your
fl ying style.
CAUTION: Always fl y the helicopter with your back to the sun and the
wind to prevent loss of fl ight control.
Landing
Establish a low level hover. Deliberately lower the throttle until the helicopter
lands. Do not give any aileron, elevator or rudder commands when the helicopter
is landing.
When the helicopter is in stunt mode:
• The Castle Creations Talon 35 ESC comes pre-programmed in Governor mode.
To alter the settings, use the Castle Creations "Castle Link". Do not adjust the
throttle curve in the transmitter.
• The rotor head speed is constant.
• The main rotor will increase negative pitch as the throttle/collective stick is
moved from the middle stick position to the low stick position. Negative pitch
allows the helicopter to fl y upside down and perform aerobatics.
Change between stunt and idle up modes in a hover with the throttle near the
hovering stick position.
WARNING: Do not use wooden main blades with this helicopter or injury
and/or property damage could occur. Only use Blade approved carbon fi ber
main blades.
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