Flying Precautions - FUTABA SkyLeaf Classic Instruction Manual

Flying Precautions

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Take enough safety precautions prior to operating this
model. You are responsible for this model's assembly and
safe operation.
First-time fliers should seek advice for hints in pre-
flight adjustments and assembly from experienced fliers.
Be reminded that flying a badly assembled or badly
adjusted airplane is very dangerous.
In the beginning, first-time fliers should always be
assisted by an experienced flier and never fly alone.
Before flying your airplane, ensure the airfield is
spacious enough. Always fly it outdoors in safe areas with
no debris or obstacles.
Ensure the propeller are securely installed.
Do not fly your airplane on days with strong winds or
side winds.
Do not allow a bystander to get too close to the
propeller.
Do not use defective propellers.
Never grasp the transmitter antenna while flying.
■ The transmitter output may drop drastically.
Always make sure that all transmitter stick movements
operate all servos properly in the model prior to flight.
Also, make sure that all switches, etc. function properly
as well. If there are any difficulties, do not use the system
until all inputs are functioning properly.
While operating, never touch the transmitter with,
or bring the transmitter near, another transmitter, a cell
phone, or other wireless devices.
■ Doing so may cause erroneous operation.
Do not point the antenna directly toward the aircraft
during flight.
■ The antenna is directional and the transmitter output is weakest.
(The strength of the radio waves is greatest from the sides of the
antenna.)
Never fly on a rainy day, when the wind is strong, and
at night.
■ Water could lead to failure or improper functionality and poor
control of the aircraft which could lead to a crash.
Never turn the power switch on and off during flight or
while the motor is running.
■ Operation will become impossible and the aircraft will crash.
Even if the power switch is turned on, operation will not begin
until transmitter and receiver internal processing is complete.
Do not fly when you are physically impaired as it could
pose a safety hazard to yourself or others.
Do not fly at the following places:
■ Near another radio control flying field.
■ Near or above people.
■ Near homes, schools, hospitals airports, roads or other places
where people congregate.
■ Near high voltage lines, high structures, or communication
facilities.
When setting the transmitter on the ground during
flight preparations, do not stand it upright.
■ The transmitter may tip over, the sticks may move and the
propeller may rotate unexpectedly and cause injury.
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Do not touch the motor, motor controller, engine,
exhaust silencer, during and immediately after use.
■ These items may become hot during use.
For safety, fly so that the aircraft is visible at all times.
■ Flying behind buildings or other large structures will not only
cause you to lose sight of the aircraft, but also degrade the RF
link performance and cause loss of control.
From the standpoint of safety, always set the fail safe
function.
■ In particular, normally set the throttle channel to idle.
When flying, always return the transmitter setup
screen to the Home screen.
■ Erroneous input during flight is extremely dangerous.
Always check the remaining capacity of the transmitter
and receiver batteries before each flying session prior to
flight.
■ Low battery capacity will cause loss of control and a crash.
Always check operation of each control surface and
perform a range test before each flying session.
■ Even one transmitter setting or aircraft abnormality can cause a
crash.
Before turning on the transmitter:
1. Always move the transmitter throttle stick position to the
minimum (idle) position.
2. Turn on the transmitter first and then the receiver.
When turning off the transmitter's power switch after
the motor/engine has stopped (state in which it will not
rotate again):
1. Turn off the receiver power switch.
2. Then turn off the transmitter power switch.
■ If the power switch is turned on/off in the opposite order, the
propeller may rotate unexpectedly and cause a serious injury.
■ Also always observe the above order when setting the fail safe
function.
■ Maximum low throttle: Direction in which the motor runs at the
slowest speed or stops.
When adjusting the transmitter, stop the motor/
engine, disconnect the motor wiring that allows it to
continue operation. When doing so, please exercise
extreme caution. Ensure that the aircraft is secured and
that it will not come into contact with anything or anyone.
Ensure that the motor will not rotate prior to making any
adjustments.
■ Unexpected high speed rotation of the motor/engine may cause
a serious injury.
This airframe is not designed to fly at excessively high
speeds.
■ The airplane could become damaged.