This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. Do not use with incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions provided by Horizon Hobby, LLC. This manual contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance.
First Flight Preparation Flying Checklist • Remove and inspect contents ❏ Always turn the transmitter on fi rst • Begin charging the fl ight battery ❏ Plug the fl ight battery into the helicopter • Install the fl ight battery in the helicopter ❏...
Installing the Transmitter Batteries The LED indicator fl ashes and the transmitter beeps as the battery voltage drops. Replace the 4 AA transmitter batteries when the transmitter begins to beep. Transmitter Control Dual Rate Switch Power LED indicator Programming port Factory Use Only ON/OFF Switch Rudder (Left/Right)
Installing the Flight Battery 1. Lower the throttle stick to the lowest position. 7. Place the helicopter on a fl at, level surface and leave it still until the green LED glows solid and the blue LED fl ashes 2. Power ON the transmitter. slowly, indicating initialization is complete and the aircraft is in 3.
Understanding the Primary Flight Controls If you are not familiar with the controls of the 70 S, take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with them before attempting your fi rst fl ight. Throttle Left Side View Left Side View Descend Climb Throttle up...
Flying the 70 S Consult your local laws and ordinances before choosing a Hovering location to fl y your aircraft. Making small corrections on the transmitter, try to hold the If this is your fi rst helicopter, we suggest getting assistance helicopter in one spot.
Post-Flight Inspection and Maintenance Checklist Make sure the plastic ball link holds the control ball, but is not tight (binding) on the ball. When a link is too loose on the Ball Links ball, it can separate from the ball during fl ight and cause a crash. Replace worn ball links before they fail. Cleaning Make sure the battery is not connected before cleaning.
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Problem Possible Cause Solution Helicopter vibrates or shakes Check main rotor blades and blade grips for cracks or chips. Damaged rotor blades, spindle or blade grips in fl ight Replace damaged parts. Replace bent spindle Verify the receiver is properly attached to the helicopter. Inspect and balance all rotating components.
(iii) modification of or to any part of the Product, (iv) call the toll free telephone number referenced in the Warranty attempted service by anyone other than a Horizon Hobby authorized and Service Contact Information section to speak with a Product service center, (v) Product not purchased from an authorized Horizon Support representative.
Hanskampring 9 European Union D 22885 Barsbüttel, Germany Sales: Horizon Hobby GmbH +49 (0) 4121 2655 100 FCC Information FCC ID: 2ANYZ-ESKY007324 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Compliance Information for the European Union EU Compliance Statement: Horizon Hobby, LLC hereby declares that this product A copy of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available online is in compliance with the essential requirements and at: http://www.horizonhobby.com/content/support-render-...
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